Breathe Free with Matt Ghanem

Summary In this episode of the Breathe Free podcast, host Matt Ghanem welcomes Dr. Kenny Iloabachie, a new physician partner, to discuss his journey to joining Breathe Free, his observations on patient care, and the importance of work-life balance. Dr. Iloabachie shares insights on the transition to a new EMR system, the positive feedback from his staff, and the significance of community engagemen...

Adam Pellegrine started his career with National Breathe Free Sinus and Allergy Centers in 2020 at the Dallas location. As part of the clinical staff, he was able to develop processes in every operational aspect, from patient coordination to eventually operations management.  Empathetic patient care, unique problem solving, staff and patient education, and servant leadership have been formative gu...

Adam M. Shapiro, M.D., M.A.S. is delighted to be the newest member of the Breathe Free family, soon to be affiliated with Miami Breathe Free in Coconut Grove, Florida. He is a Board Certified Otolaryngologist and Sleep Medicine Specialist, a licensed pilot, a dedicated member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary Aviation Division and an intrepid traveler. He is board certified in both Sleep Medicine and O...

Matt Ghanem, Todd Tomlinson and Taylor Borane discuss their thoughts and feelings on the 5th Annual Breathe Free Family Reunion in Part III of this III part reaction series.

Matt Ghanem, Todd Tomlinson and Taylor Borane discuss their thoughts and feelings on the 5th Annual Breathe Free Family Reunion in Part II of this III part reaction series.

Matt Ghanem, Todd Tomlinson and Taylor Borane discuss their thoughts and feelings on the 5th Annual Breathe Free Family Reunion in Part I of this III part reaction series.

James Osborne, DO, FACOOS, is an ear, nose, and throat doctor at Oasis Ear, Nose, and Throat in Surprise, Arizona. Dr. Osborne has been practicing in the Phoenix valley since August of 2006.   Born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio, Dr. Osborne earned his undergraduate bachelor of science degree in pharmacy from The Ohio State University in 1995. After practicing pharmacy for two years, he pursued hi...

Brittany Camden is our National Authorization Director, overseeing the largest team at Breathe Free. Brittany aspires to foster a culture where each team member feels valued and has the opportunity to grow.  Born and raised in Tucson, Arizona, Brittany graduated from the University of Arizona and went on to receive her Master’s in Special Education. After ten years in education, she joined the Bre...

CEO Matt Ghanem's wife, Ginna Ghanem, joins the Breathe Free Podcast to give the Breathe Free Family an opportunity to learn a little bit about their CEO.

Dr. Waters is a board certified subspecialist in the field of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and her practice includes the full scope of ear, nose, and throat issues in patients of all ages. She is also Board Certified in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Her expertise includes Rhytidectomy (Facelift), Brow Lift, Blepharoplasty and Rhinoplasty (cosmetic nasal surgery), as well as Ot...

Dr. Hershcovitch has been honored as a TOP DOCTOR by Los Angeles Magazine in 2024, recognizing his outstanding contributions to patient care and excellence in otolaryngology. This prestigious award highlights Dr. Hershcovitch’s dedication to providing exceptional medical services and his commitment to the well-being of his patients. Dr. Hershcovitch is a double board-certified fellowship-trained p...

Dr. Manish Khanna joins the show today to talk with Matt Ghanem. Dr. Khanna grew up in Rockville, MD.  After graduation from the University of Maryland Baltimore County, he spent the following year as a post-graduate researcher at NIH, performing cutting edge research and producing publications.  Dr. Khanna then attended Albany Medical College to earn his medical degree in 2002.  Subsequently, he...

Tia Tiebklang joins the show again, because the conversation needed to continue. She is the Operations Manager at Gulf Coast Breathe Free and is dedicated to helping others in their journey of self discovery. Her family relocated from Thailand to the US during mid-late 80’s in hopes of creating a better life. She is passionate about helping others, inspiring people to achieve their goals, and lovi...

CEO Matt Ghanem's wife, Ginna Ghanem, joins the Breathe Free Podcast to give the Breathe Free Family an opportunity to learn a little bit about their CEO.

Tia Tiebklang is the Operations Manager at Gulf Coast Breathe Free and is dedicated to helping others in their journey of self discovery. Her family relocated from Thailand to the US during mid-late 80’s in hopes of creating a better life. She is passionate about helping others, inspiring people to achieve their goals, and loving love to the fullest. She was born and raised in Panama City, FL. Wit...

Taylor Borane’s unique experience in the healthcare, hospitality and medical device industries, along with his passion to provide patients with the best possible experiences and access to the highest quality of care was why he was brought on to National Breathe Free Sinus and Allergy as Chief Operating Officer. Taylor’s areas of expertise include talent acquisition, people management, data process...

Nick Binge FOUNDER, CO-FOUNDER PXENGAGEMENT™ Nick Binge has held executive leadership positions at Lippert Components, Boston Scientific, Entellus Medical, and Stryker.  He has a depth of experience in disruptive technology and market development. He founded Medfluence Advisors as a way to leverage the digital revolution, to bring awareness to underserved disease states, and help physician practic...

Rob Weiss- Director and Founder of CT ENT Sinus Center, Hearing & Balance, Dr. Robert Weiss has created one of the preeminent medical practices in Fairfield County, CT.   Dr. Weiss is a board-certified Otolaryngologist-Head and Neck Surgeon, Fellow of American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy (AAOA), and serves as an affiliate member of the American Institute of Balance (AIB) and the American Rh...

Dr. Brian Lee is a board-certified ENT doctor committed to delivering compassionate and attentive care to adult and child patients suffering from ear, nose, and throat conditions. Throughout his career, Dr. Lee has been praised by countless patients for providing excellent patient care.

Mark was a Navy search and rescue instructor for his H-60 helicopter squadron at NAS Mayport when he realized he had affinity for working in some type of medical field.  After finishing his enlistment, he returned to the University of Maryland at College Park where he achieved his Bachelor of Science degree in biology. From there he graduated with a Master’s degree in health science and was awarde...

In this Episode, Matt chats with the "The Queen of Pop-A-Shot" aka Katie Scherer ( PA-C) . She is a Tampa Bay native. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Florida and moved to Tampa in 2017 to complete her medical training at South University where she earned a degree in Physician Assistant Studies, March 2020. Following PA School, Katie began her medical ca...

In this Episode, Matt chats with the "The Real TNT" aka Todd Tomlinson. Todd is originally from Moorpark, CA , his continued education sent Todd to Montana to attend the University of Providence on a basketball scholarship where he received his Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration. In his free time, Todd likes to play basketball, enjoys fitness activities, and will be watching the...

In this Episode, Matt chats with Dr. Mariah B. Pate. She is a Board Certified Otolaryngologist, who is expertly trained in all areas of the Ear, Nose, and Throat specialty. She has a true passion for Otolaryngology, and she finds great joy being able to channel that passion into helping people feel better and improve their lives. Treating patients with respect and compassion is a hallmark of her p...

In this Episode, Matt chats with the Erick Sevilla. Erick Sevilla grew up in the “city built suitable for a King” - Queens, New York, of course (a ‘Coming to America’ pun). He moved north to Norwalk, CT, a little over two years ago, and little did he know his life would soon forever change when he entered the world of healthcare. When Erick isn’t improving patients lives, he has a real passion for...

In this Episode, Matt chats with the "The California Kid" aka Cody Pope. Cody’s career path began in logistics, where he rapidly changed the game in his company by breaking multiple records and setting a new achievement standard. This early success led him to the ENT world through various roles in medical device sales, where he honed his leadership skills and style winning awards and ear...