Adventist HealthCare & You

Nimeet and guest host, Tina, sit down with Aiysha Lewis, associate vice president of Adventist HealthCare Imaging, and Rachel Brem, MD, co-founder and chief medical officer of the Brem Foundation to Defeat Breast Cancer, for an important conversation about breast cancer screening, early detection and access to care.

Together, they discuss the partnership between Adventist HealthCare Imaging and the Brem Foundation and how it is helping women in the community overcome barriers to breast care, including cost, transportation and access. They also explore the importance of understanding your individual breast cancer risk, breast density and how women can advocate for their health.

Tune in to hear practical insights about mammograms, resources available to help women access screening and why making time for your breast health matters.

Learn more about Adventist HealthCare Imaging: AdventistImaging.com

Learn more about the Brem Foundation: BremFoundation.org

Learn more about your personal screening recommendations by taking Adventist HealthCare’s breast health risk assessment: https://hra.adventisthealthcare.com/v3/0a14da07-a78c-4c2d-9be4-d3b02a20403c?utm_source=ahc&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=breast-cancer-awareness-month&utm_content=s007

Schedule a mammogram with Adventist HealthCare Imaging: https://eforms.abbadox.com/260345392079966

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Producers: Allisson Sambataro, Meghan Loveless

Medical dramas are entertaining, but they can create unrealistic expectations about emergency care. In this episode, Dr. Patsy McNeil, system chief medical officer and executive vice president of Adventist HealthCare, talks with Dr. Neil Roy, chief medical officer at Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center, Dr. Andrew Baum, chairman and medical director of the emergency department at Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center, and Dr. Jonathan Wenk, medical director of the emergency department at Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center, about what really happens inside the emergency department.

The conversation with these emergency medicine physicians covers a variety of topics including tips to help patients better communicate with their care team in the emergency room, the reason why emergency physicians do not always have an immediate diagnosis, how and why triage priorities often change throughout a shift, why waiting does not mean care has stopped, the quiet clues and how teamwork saves lives and discussing what popular medical shows get right and wrong.

Producers: Meghan Loveless, Allisson Sambataro, Cooper Hoffman

On this episode, Dr. Patsy McNeil, system chief medical officer and executive vice president of Adventist HealthCare, welcomes Kevin Cargill, CPA, MBA, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer and Katie Eckert, Senior Vice President of Strategic Operations, for a candid discussion about the cost of healthcare.

The conversation explores why healthcare expenses continue to rise, the difference between hospital charges and what hospitals actually receive in payment and the many resources required to deliver quality patient care. Kevin and Katie explain the role of insurance companies, negotiated reimbursement rates and the hidden costs that contribute to healthcare spending.

The group also takes a closer look at Maryland's unique healthcare payment model, the financial challenges facing hospitals nationwide and how healthcare organizations balance their Mission to provide essential services while remaining financially sustainable.

Producers: Meghan Loveless, Allisson Sambataro, Cooper Hoffman

On this episode, Shanna and Nimeet are joined by Dr. Bryan White, general cardiologist at Adventist HealthCare Cardiac Associates, for an in‑depth conversation about how stress affects our heart health. From everyday pressures to long‑term chronic stress, they explore how these factors can increase cardiovascular risk and share practical, realistic ways to manage stress in a healthier way.

Tune in to hear Dr. White's expert insights on chronic stress and how it compares to other major heart disease risk factors, common symptoms of stress on the heart and simple, practical strategies to reduce stress and build healthier habits.

Learn more about Dr. Bryan White: AdventistHealthCare.com/doctors/profile/bryan-white/

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 Cardia 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

On the episode, Dr. Patsy McNeil, system chief medical officer and executive vice president of Adventist HealthCare, welcomes Dr. Andrew Catanzaro, infectious disease physician with Adventist Medical Group, Charity Dorazio, chief information officer at Adventist HealthCare, and Joan Vincent, RN, vice president patient care services and chief nursing officer at Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center, to discuss their experiences leading during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Through a therapeutic conversation, these four leaders speak to how they assisted Adventist HealthCare in navigating healthcare during the pandemic as well as how they managed their own health during the crisis.

The group also touches on other situations like navigating staffing in a time of crisis, cyber security attacks and how to navigate being a leader during a challenging time, without losing yourself.

Producers: Meghan Loveless, Allisson Sambataro, Cooper Hoffman

Shanna and guest host Tina are joined by Dan Cochran, president of Shady Grove Medical Center, and Todd Cohen, vice president of real estate and facilities, to talk about the new patient tower at Shady Grove. They share what this exciting addition means for the hospital, the community and the team members who bring care to life every day.

Tune in to hear Dan and Todd’s insights on the new tower and what patients can expect when they visit.

Learn more about Dan Cochran: AdventistHealthCare.com/about/leadership/daniel-cochran/

Learn more about Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center and the new Horizon tower: AdventistSGMC.com

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Producers: Allisson Sambataro, Amanda Lester, Meghan Loveless

On this episode, Shanna and Nimeet welcome back Dr. Milan Patel, cardiologist at Adventist HealthCare Cardiac Associates, to break down the everyday habits that may harm our hearts more than we realize, and simple ways to make our routines more heart-healthy.

Tune in to hear from Dr. Patel breaks down how simple lifestyle changes can promote good heart health for years to come.

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

Producers: Cooper Hoffman, Allisson Sambataro, Meghan Loveless

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