Taking Healthcare by Storm

In this episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm speaks with Lori Carnsew, MD, family doctor, children’s author and lifestyle medicine advocate. 

Dr. Lori Carnsew discusses her transition from family medicine to opening Verity Primary Medicine and Lifestyle, a practice that emphasizes lifestyle medicine and prevention. She highlights the challenges and strategies for fostering lasting lifestyle changes in patients, and the importance of early education in lifelong health.

Learn more about Lori's children's book, How to Live Like a Superhero.

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Publication number QI-101025-GK

In this episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm speaks with Bobbie Reed,  caregiver advocate and American Kidney Fund Ambassador. 

Bobbie discusses her personal journey as a caregiver for her son and mother, her advocacy work for kidney disease awareness, the role of social media in finding her son a kidney donor, and the importance of support groups. She also highlights legislative efforts like the Living Donor Protection Act and emphasizes early detection, better communication among healthcare providers, and utilizing AI resources.

• Discover Bobbie’s inspiring journey.
• Explore the latest on living donor laws.
• Connect with Kidney Solution’s support group.
• Explore the National Kidney Foundation’s "The Big Ask, The Big Give."
• Learn more about the West Virginia Chronic Kidney Disease Program. 

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Publication number QI-100325-GK

In this episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm speaks with Kyle Lavergne, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, Vice President of Clinical Programs for CenterWell Home Health.

Kyle discusses the American Heart Association's Home Health - Heart Failure Certification, which enhances evidence-based care quality and improves outcomes for heart failure patients. The certification emphasizes program management, staff education, patient support, care coordination, clinical management, and performance improvement, ultimately aiming to reduce hospital readmissions and promote better health outcomes.

Learn more about American Heart Association Certified Care™.

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Publication number QI-092625-GK

In this episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm speaks with Jorge Otañez, MD, DipABLM, Associate Chief Medical Officer of TrueCare.

Dr. Otañez shares his expertise on various health topics, emphasizing the significance of preventative measures and the importance of community health initiatives. He also highlights the role of innovative treatment methods and patient education in improving health outcomes.

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Publication number QI-091925-GK

In this episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm speaks with Karen Fernandes, RN, CPHQ, CPAA, a nationally respected healthcare leader and advocate with decades of experience in nursing, quality management and patient safety. 

Karen discusses her personal connection to the far-reaching impact of the synthetic estrogen diethylstilbestrol (DES), prescribed from the 1940s to the 1970s. She highlights its multi-generational health effects and stresses the need for increased awareness, research funding, and provider education.

Find out more about DES and its effects by visiting Karen’s DES Info Facebook page or sending her an email. 

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Publication number QI-091225-GK

In this episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm speaks with Stephanie McGrath, PharmD,  Executive Director for the Pennsylvania Pharmacist Care Network and Director of Community Partnerships at the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy, and Sydney Stawarz, PharmD,  a Pharmacist Fellow at the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy.  

Stephanie and Sydney discuss their successful collaboration between the Community Pharmacy Enhanced Services Network and Quality Insights to deliver targeted vaccination clinics in long-term care facilities across Pennsylvania. They detail the challenges, successes, and lessons learned from administering almost 5,000 vaccines to nursing home residents.

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Publication number QI-090525-GK

In this episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm speaks with Erin Woodford, MSN, RN,  a member of the Skilled Nursing Facility Heart Failure Certification oversight work group with the American Heart Association and  Vice President of Population Health for Genesis Healthcare.

Erin discusses the American Heart Association’s Skilled Nursing Facility Heart Failure Certification, which improves care quality, reduces hospital readmissions, and supports better outcomes for residents. She highlights the importance of early detection, staff training, standardized protocols, and family education in managing heart failure within long-term care. 

Learn more about American Heart Association Certified Care™.

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Publication number QI-082925-GK

In this episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm speaks with three of Quality Insights' Community Health Workers (CHWs): Lisbeth Rojas, Maria Salazar, and Stephanie Duncan.

Lisbeth, Maria, and Stephanie discuss their impactful work in Delaware addressing health disparities for women and babies through community-based relationships and essential resources. They share success stories and envision a future where CHWs are integral parts of the healthcare system, advocating for patient-centered care and support.

Learn more about Quality Insights' maternal health work in Delaware.

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Publication number QI-082225-GK

In this episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm speaks with Jacob Bowling, MSW, Chief Executive Officer of Bowling Business Strategies (BBS). Jacob discusses his career in behavioral health strategy, the impact of stigma, addiction, and mental health care models. He emphasizes the need for integrated care, addressing disparities, and providing mental health care to healthcare workers to counteract burnout.

Learn more about the Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health national certification program from Mental Health America.

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Publication number QI-081525-GK

In this episode of Taking Healthcare by Storm, Quality Insights Medical Director Dr. Jean Storm speaks with Amy Kelly, MD, Assistant Professor of Radiology at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and a board-certified diagnostic radiologist with over 15 years of experience specializing in breast imaging. Dr. Kelly discusses advancements in breast imaging, emphasizing the importance of annual screenings, early detection, and improving patient outcomes, with a focus on addressing disparities and leveraging social media for education.

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Publication number QI-080825-GK