On this episode of "Charting with Dr. McNeil," Dr. Patsy McNeil explores the crucial topic of health equity with three Adventist HealthCare leaders:

• Dr. James Rost, vice president and chief medical officer at Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center;
• Dr. Keith Fisher, vice president and chief medical officer at Adventist HealthCare Fort Washington Medical Center; and
• Marilyn Lynk, PhD, associate vice president for learning, leadership & organizational development and equity, diversity & inclusion.

Together, they unpack the realities of health disparities, the unique needs of Maryland communities and Adventist HealthCare’s commitment to ensuring every patient has the opportunity to achieve their healthiest life.

Shanna and Nimeet sit down with Dr. Milan Patel, cardiologist at Adventist HealthCare Cardiac Associates, for a conversation about heart health in the digital age. With fitness trackers becoming part of everyday life, they explore how these devices can support heart‑healthy habits, what data is actually useful and how to avoid getting lost in the numbers.

Tune in to hear Dr. Patel’s expert insights on accuracy, step goals and simple ways to use wearable technology to build healthier routines.

Learn more about Dr. Milan Patel: AdventistHealthCare.com/doctors/profile/milan-patel/

Learn more about Adventist HealthCare’s heart and vascular services: TrustedHeartCare.com

To learn more about your personal risk for heart disease, visit AdventistHealthCare.com/LoveYourHeart

Schedule an appointment with Adventist HealthCare Cardiac Associates by calling 301-670-3000.

Let us know what you would like to hear on the podcast! Send us an email at [email protected].

Producers: Allisson Sambataro, Meghan Loveless, Cooper Hoffman

In this episode, System Chief Medical Officer and Executive Vice President of Adventist HealthCare, Dr. Patsy McNeil, sits down with Dr. Kashif Firozvi, Medical Director of Cancer Services at Adventist HealthCare, to explore the newest technology available onsite at Adventist HealthCare – Next Generation Sequencing (NGS).

This genomic testing will be housed in an onsite lab at White Oak Cancer Center and serving patients there and Shady Grove Aquilino Cancer Center. This technology allows physicians to analyze the genetic makeup of a patient’s cancer quickly and accurately – leading to more personalized treatment, starting earlier.

Prior to bringing the testing in house, it could take anywhere from three to five weeks, now it will take about one week, cutting down on wait time for patients to receive treatment sooner.

Tune in to discover:

• Why NGS matters
• How bringing this technology in house improves patient care
• How gene analysis impacts selecting the best medication to target the cancer with fewer side effects

In this episode, Shanna and Nimeet revisit the goals they set in 2025 while sharing their progress meeting their health goals. Shanna and Nimeet also reflect on memorable moments from last year’s episodes before setting their own goals to focus on in 2026.

Let us know what you’d like to hear on the podcast! Send us an email at [email protected]

Producers: Cooper Hoffman, Allisson Sambataro & Meghan Loveless

Shanna and Nimeet dive into a conversation about the mental toll managing diabetes can have on a person. In this episode, our hosts are joined by Laura Previte, RN, diabetes nurse educator with Adventist HealthCare, and Mary Lynn Price, LCSW-C, social worker with the Outpatient Wellness Clinic at Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center. Together they cover how a person can minimize some of the mental burden that can come with a diabetes diagnosis and management while providing resources for patients and caregivers - both with Adventist HealthCare and external resources.

To learn more about resources at Adventist HealthCare, visit AdventistHealthCare.com/Calendar/ and click the diabetes category.

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Producers: Meghan Loveless & Allisson Sambataro

Nimeet is joined by guest host Tina on this episode for a conversation with Dr. Nikki Tirada, a diagnostic radiologist and Director of Women’s Imaging at Adventist HealthCare. Together they dive into all things mammograms – from myths and misconceptions to what a patient can expect during the process. Tune in to hear expert insights and answers to common questions to help you feel confident and informed before your mammogram screening.

Watch Shanna's mammogram experience: https://bit.ly/42O7ooA

To learn more about your personal risk for breast cancer, visit AdventistHealthCare.com/TakeYourGirlsOut.

To learn more about Adventist HealthCare Imaging, visit AdventistImaging.com.

If you're due for your annual mammogram, don’t wait. Call 301-590-8999 for an appointment with Adventist HealthCare Imaging.

Let us know what you would like to hear on the podcast! Send us an email at [email protected].

Producers: Allisson Sambataro, Meghan Loveless

System Chief Medical Officer and Executive Vice President of Adventist HealthCare, Dr. Patsy McNeil, invites Dr. Perry Smith, Neurologist and Stroke Medical Director at Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center, and Dr. Dimitri Sigounas, Chief of Neurovascular Surgery at Adventist HealthCare and Chair of Neurosurgery at Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center, for an engaging conversation about neuroscience. They cover everything from the development of Adventist HealthCare’s neuroscience program to the evolution of neurological treatments in the world today and practical strategies for supporting your brain health.

In today’s episode, Shanna is joined by Glenn Rabbitte, Assistant Nurse Manager in the Emergency Department at Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center. Together, they dive into everything health and safety at the Montgomery County Agricultural Fair! Shady Grove Medical Center has been the first aid partner at the fair since the hospital’s opening. Glenn explains what goes into getting the team and building first aid ready, different types of symptoms and injuries they can treat and how to stay healthy and safe at the fair.

To learn more about Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center, visit AdventistSGMC.com.

To learn more about the annual Montgomery County Agricultural Fair, visit mcagfair.com.

Let us know what you’d like to hear on the podcast! Send us an email at [email protected].

Producers: Meghan Loveless & Allisson Sambataro

System Chief Medical Officer and Executive Vice President of Adventist HealthCare, Dr. Patsy McNeil, hosts her first episode of “Charting with Dr. McNeil” with three of her colleagues to discuss women in medicine. Dr. Judith Gurdian, obstetrician and gynecologist with Capital Women’s Care, Dr. Senda Beltaifa, pathologist with Advanced Pathology Associates, and Dr. Cynthia Plate, breast surgical oncologist with Maryland Oncology Hematology at the White Oak Cancer Center discuss their experiences as women physicians, the importance of mentorship and the impact having relationships with others adds to caring for your own health.

Shanna introduces a special new series within the Adventist HealthCare & You podcast, Charting with Dr. McNeil. Meet our series host, Dr. Patsy McNeil, System Chief Medical Officer and Executive Vice President of Adventist HealthCare, as she shares a little bit about herself and the reason behind wanting to start this podcast to talk about medicine, healthcare and how Adventist HealthCare is improving the health of our community, one person at a time.