In this episode of MRH On Air, pulmonologist Dr. Heather Howe discusses common lung conditions, warning signs people should not ignore, and the advanced pulmonary services available close to home at Montrose Regional Health, including lung cancer screening and navigational bronchoscopy. She also shares what brought her back to Montrose and why expanding specialty care in rural communities matters. 

Dr. Larry Tiglao of Alpine Women’s Center shares what inspired his path into OB/GYN, the full range of women’s health services available in Montrose, and how personalized, patient-centered care supports women through every stage of life.

In this episode, neurologist Dr. Garrett Riggs shares what inspired his move to Montrose, why he believes rural communities deserve access to specialty care, and how advances in neurology are transforming treatment for conditions like migraines, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s disease, and stroke. He also offers practical guidance on when to seek care and how patients can advocate for their brain health close to home. 

Justin Wilson, PT, CEAS-I, Cert-DN, Clinical Director of Mountain View Therapy, talks about the clinics, how the team partners with providers, and the life-changing impact therapy can have on patients. 

Sally O’Connor, Director of Care Management at MRH, joins the podcast to share how the Care Transitions Program is reducing readmissions, strengthening community partnerships, and helping patients recover safely at home.

In this episode, Montrose Regional Health CFO Paul Perrotti shares insights on the hospital’s financial strategy and how Six Sigma principles guide his approach to driving efficiency and excellence in healthcare. 

Dr. Michael Tonzi, Urologist at Montrose Regional Health, shares what drew him to Montrose, his love of the mountains, and how Axonics® and Aquablation® therapies are helping patients enjoy a better quality of life right here at home. 

 As she prepares to retire after 36 years at Montrose Regional Health, Leann Tobin reflects on a career built not just in healthcare, but in relationships. A true people person, she shares stories, gratitude, and the heart behind her decades of service. 

Tune in as Dr. William Summers, pain management specialist at the Montrose Regional Health Spine & Pain Center, highlights what brought him to Montrose, what he enjoys most about his specialty, and cool new procedures to help patients with pain. 

Hear from Kelly Anderson, our executive director of the Montrose Regional Health Foundation, as he discusses his background and how the new foundation came to be.