In this episode, Katie Hooks, RRT — a respiratory therapist who went from fighting for her life on a ventilator to fighting for her pediatric patients in the ER takes us through an incredible journey of:

✅ How 5 autoimmune diseases at age 22 nearly ended her life

✅ Being awake and intubated for weeks (the reality no one talks about)

✅ The moment doctors said she'd never walk again — and how she proved them wrong

✅ From wheelchair to CrossFit in months: the impossible recovery

✅ Why her trach scar is now her greatest asset in patient care

✅ How trauma transformed into purpose in pediatric respiratory therapy

✅ The healthcare heroes who refused to give up when science couldn't explain her survival

🎧 Get ready for an unfiltered, emotional conversation about finding purpose through pain, the power of never giving up, and how one person's darkest chapter became the light for countless others.

From telling her mom "let me go" to becoming the RT who gives hope to trach babies and their families. This is faith, resilience, and the miracle of turning your mess into your message.

This isn't just a medical story, it's proof that sometimes our greatest struggles become our greatest strengths, and that God can use our worst moments to create our most beautiful purpose.

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Every call has a story — and for Paramedic Joannah Horelica, it's her mission to be the healing hands when people need them most.

In this episode a paramedic with nearly 11 years on Abilene's streets, takes us inside the ambulance for a raw, unfiltered look at:

✅ Why she started at 18 and became the "passenger princess" who won't drive

✅ What really happens in the back of an ambulance at 70 MPH

✅ How she can drive past houses and know exactly what happened there

✅ The difference between EMTs, Advanced EMTs, and Paramedics

✅ Why some calls require intubating patients while doing CPR

✅ The emotional weight of being someone's last face before they die

🎧 Get ready for a heart-stopping conversation about 12-48 hour shifts, life-or-death decisions in moving vehicles, and what it really takes to hold someone's life in your hands.

From delivering babies in the field to performing emergency procedures on the roadside — this is adrenaline, heartbreak, and hope all rolled into one powerful story.

"We're not God, you know, like, we're not the one that they have to answer to. We're here to do a job, and that job is to help and to heal. No matter your background, no matter what you've done... you could be the last face they ever see."

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Every patient has a story — and for Dr. Jodi Hierholzer, it's her mission to help them rewrite their ending.

In this episode, Dr. Jodi Hierholzer, PT, DPT, CSCS, CFL2, C-DN — a physical therapist who ditched the insurance model to revolutionize patient care — takes us beyond the treatment table for an inspiring look at:

✅ Why she opened her clinic 2 weeks before COVID (and how it saved her business)

✅ The broken healthcare system that's failing patients daily

✅ How "toxic confidence" built a thriving cash-pay practice

✅ From $2,000 startup to 13 employees: the real entrepreneurship journey

✅ Why dry needling and manual therapy are game-changers

✅ The emotional weight of walking alongside patients through life's biggest battles

🎧 Get ready for an unfiltered, heartfelt conversation about breaking free from insurance limitations, building authentic patient relationships, and what it really takes to create lasting change in healthcare.

From treating athletes in gym corners to building a faith-centered practice that puts people first — this is entrepreneurship, healthcare, and heart all rolled into one powerful story.

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🏥 What happens when an experienced OR nurse works in BOTH Canadian and American healthcare systems?

Meet Janelle, a Canadian OR circulator who made the bold move from Calgary to Texas - and she's sharing the shocking differences that will change how you think about healthcare forever.

🔥 What You'll Discover:

✅ REAL wait times: 6+ months for MRI vs 1 week in Texas

✅ Surgery delays: 1+ year for joint replacement in Canada

✅ Why she'll NEVER go back to Canadian healthcare

✅ The hidden costs of "free" healthcare

✅ Behind-the-scenes OR stories you've never heard

From someone who's seen it all - this Canadian nurse's honest take on both systems will shock you. She breaks down the pros and cons with real examples from her 5+ years in the OR.

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#HealthcareComparison #CanadianHealthcare #AmericanHealthcare #ORNurse #MedicalStories #HealthcareTruth #NursingLife #SurgeryStories #HealthcareSystem #MedicalPodcast

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Former strength and conditioning coach Joshua Miguel Jones shares his incredible journey from the gym to med device sales to pharma - and why he's going back to his roots.

In this raw conversation, Josh reveals the brutal reality of med device interviews (6 months!), the shocking differences between med device and pharma sales, and his wake-up call moment that changed everything. From working with a 450lb client who can't pick up his grandkids to his own health struggles during the transition, this episode exposes what success really costs.

Josh breaks down:

• Why he left a lucrative med device career

• The real differences between med device vs pharma

• How he's building an online platform to help successful men lose 50+ pounds

• The importance of knowing your "why" before chasing any career

Whether you're considering med device sales, struggling with work-life balance, or need motivation to prioritize your health, Josh's story will hit different.

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Welcome to another episode of The DEVICE Girls! Join hosts Sarah Kruse and Haley Gibson, your guides in the dynamic world of medical sales. This week, we explore how we got into medical sales, bringing you career-boosting tips, patient stories, and the latest industry insights. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out in medical and healthcare fields, our podcast is your resource for empowerment and inspiration.

Don’t forget to subscribe! We drop new episodes every Thursday @3:00pm CST with inspiring stories, expert advice, and real talk designed to elevate women in medicine.

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#WomenInMedicine #MedicalSales #TheDeviceGirls

Welcome to another episode of The DEVICE Girls! Join hosts Sarah Kruse and Haley Gibson, your guides in the dynamic world of medical sales. This week, we explore how we got into medical sales, bringing you career-boosting tips, patient stories, and the latest industry insights. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out in medical and healthcare fields, our podcast is your resource for empowerment and inspiration.

Don’t forget to subscribe! We drop new episodes every Thursday @3:00pm CST with inspiring stories, expert advice, and real talk designed to elevate women in medicine.

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#WomenInMedicine #MedicalSales #TheDeviceGirls

Welcome to another episode of The DEVICE Girls! Join hosts Sarah Kruse and Haley Gibson, your guides in the dynamic world of medical sales. This week, we explore how we got into medical sales, bringing you career-boosting tips, patient stories, and the latest industry insights. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out in medical and healthcare fields, our podcast is your resource for empowerment and inspiration.

Don’t forget to subscribe! We drop new episodes every Thursday @3:00pm CST with inspiring stories, expert advice, and real talk designed to elevate women in medicine.

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In this heartfelt episode, Makenzie and her daughter Blair share their incredible journey through the NICU, marking a year since Blair's birth.

Makenzie opens up about the unexpected challenges of a traumatic birth and the emotional rollercoaster of navigating the NICU, where every day felt like a fight for survival. With unwavering faith and the support of her family, Makenzie recounts the miraculous moments that kept her hope alive, from the shocking medical bills to the joy of finally holding her baby after 11 long days.

This episode is a powerful testament to resilience, love, and the importance of community support for NICU families. Join us as we explore the highs and lows of their journey and the lessons learned along the way.

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Leave a comment if this one hit home — we want to hear your story too.

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#NICUJourney #TinyButMighty #MomStrong

Welcome to another episode of The DEVICE Girls! Join hosts Sarah Kruse and Haley Gibson, your guides in the dynamic world of medical sales. This week, we explore how we got into medical sales, bringing you career-boosting tips, patient stories, and the latest industry insights. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out in medical and healthcare fields, our podcast is your resource for empowerment and inspiration.

Don’t forget to subscribe! We drop new episodes every Thursday @3:00pm CST with inspiring stories, expert advice, and real talk designed to elevate women in medicine.

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Instagram: @sarahekruse @haleygibssonfit

#WomenInMedicine #MedicalSales #TheDeviceGirls