Down The Yellow Brick Road… A Journey With Your Pediatrician

Send us Fan Mail Autism awareness month is about the three A's, awareness, acceptance and appreciation. I had the opportunity to speak with Daniel Breeyear , in my podcast episode in honor of Autism Awareness Month.  Dan is a brilliant mental health professional who explains some of the science behind why autistic people experience the world the way they do. Also, what are some of the flags t...

Send us Fan Mail Baraka is a midwife at St Theresa Mission Hospital and was inspired to do this work because he was moved when he witnessed the suffering of pregnant women in his community.  He felt calling to care not only for them but for the babies.  He especially feels that the premature babies should be given every chance of a healthy life.  He yearns for more training and equipment and suppo...

Send us Fan Mail Dominick is one of the clinical officers and oversees the HIV clinic at St. Theresa. In the USA we tend to pick careers and fields we are interested in but as Dominick pointed out, patient care is not about interest, it is about caring for the wellbeing of human life. Dominick wants to do more, he wants to learn and he encourages volunteers to continue to spread their knowledge be...

Send us Fan Mail Philomena is the nurse for the Tuberculosis Clinic in South Sudan.  Patients come to her from far and wide. In this episode she shares her story of running for her life with her husband during the war, how she came to become a nurse for the main TB clinic of the country and the region, and what she hopes for the future of the hospital. 

Send us Fan Mail My podcast is all about children and the various issues that affect their childhood experiences.  But what happens when the child becomes an adult who is now responsible for managing their aging parents and loved ones? Join Sheri Rodriguez, Ed. D. and me as we talk about how this experience has affected her.  I'm sure many of you can relate to the physical and emotional toll...

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Send us Fan Mail What made Ashley and I live and work in the poorest country in the world, doing laborious challenging work in a difficult environment to live in? What were our thoughts and hopes and what was the experience truly like, volunteering at CMMB for a surreal medical mission trip ?  Listen in to hear all about our adventures, when a nurse and a doctor were called to South Sudan

Send us Fan Mail Working full time, taking care of the kids, the family, cooking, cleaning, no break..... does this sound familiar? It's not any different for Wilma and Grace, two midwives I had the honor of working with during my summer in Nzara, South Sudan.  But for these two ladies they have faced the challenges of a patriarchal society under the backdrop of civil unrest and growing up in...

Send us Fan Mail Nursing is a challenging profession anywhere in the world.  Listen to the stories of Richard and Bonface...how they beat the odds to become nurses in this new, poverty-stricken country that has faced war and economic devastation.  Bonface is the in-charge nurse of the entire medical and pediatric ward of St. Theresa Mission hospital- a role he was chosen for years ago, since his d...

Send us Fan Mail Nursing is a challenging profession anywhere in the world.  Listen to the stories of Richard and Bonface...how they beat the odds to become nurses in this new, poverty-stricken country that has faced war and economic devastation. Richard's family left the country as refugees, and it is up to him to work hard to care for his wife, five children, and all of his extended family....

Send us Fan Mail Jackson is a clinical officer in the eye clinic at St. Theresa mission hospital in Nzara, South Sudan.  I had a lot of great conversations with him and found him to be a charming young man.  His strength, determination and motivation despite being orphaned at very young age make Jackson a shining star.  Let's get to know Jackson , his experiences and his hopes for the future....

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Carrin Schottler-Thal of Albany medical center specializes in caring for children on the Autism spectrum.  She is giving some great insight and helpful resources for understanding, appreciating, and supporting children on the spectrum. Tune in for a valuable and interesting discussion. 

Send us Fan Mail My high school bestie, Sheri, and I are joining forces to take you on the journey of how we came to be in high-ranking positions and some of the challenges we faced and continue to face as women in power.  We are here to inform, encourage, and inspire so tune in and enjoy! 

Send us Fan Mail Is everyone ready for fun in the sun? As we kick of the official start of summer, I am joined by Ginger Champain, director of Cancer prevention in action to talk about how to avoid those annoying sunburns and get the most out of our time enjoying the weather this summer.  

Send us Fan Mail "The Walter Elwood Museum is a gateway to learning using the past to illuminate the present. " (part of the museum's mission statement)  There is nothing more precious than hearing the sound of children's joyous laughter as they are enjoying time together while learning something new.  I am joined by the museum director, Ann Peconie, as she holds the free winte...

Send us Fan Mail Abdul-Rahman Yaki, is the Imam (religious leader/counsellor) of the Islamic Center of the Capital District in New York.  My discussion with him has Islamic references but is a discussion that is relevant for all religions.  Children need boundaries and structure.  They need to learn about hard work and dedication.  If they are raised in a household with religious and spiritual pri...

Send us Fan Mail Bob Cudmore is an Amsterdam, NY native and well known radio show host, columnist,  author and pillar of the community.  I was able to have a nice kitchen table chat with him to discuss some cool facts about the history of the Mohawk Valley.  We talked about his time growing up and living here, and what his past and current projects are about. Learning and teaching history is so im...

Send us Fan Mail Much like an Orchestra needs every section to create a perfect harmony, so does an office.  Each person I have spoken to is an important member of a group of the Amsterdam Family Health Center. Each of us can be heard in this series as we sing the song of care and dedication for our community ... a perfect melody.  We have heard the concerns of our patients and are here to explain...

Send us Fan Mail Ashley Spagnola Not a job for the faint hearted.  Keeping things in check, making sure everyone is feeling their best so they can do their best, and being there for the staff and community....is harder than it even sounds. Also heard in  huddle are Jaimie Lilley and Cheryl Kight. 

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Hardies Dr. Carlson Mary Gilston, licensed clinical social worker.   As much as medicine and psychology has evolved, one thing stays the same.  We want to care for our patients and let them know we are here to give them the best care possible. 

Send us Fan Mail Kim Pelosi Kristin Hitchcock Nicole Gilligan Kari Lemp Melanie Tatlock Jaimie Lilley Kerrie Carey Wendy Serpa They keep things running smoothly, with hearts of gold.  Even when things are overhwhelming their grace and calm are unparalleled. The go to for everything and everyone, patients and staff alike. 

Send us Fan Mail Michelle Calhoun Lynda Russell Sherida Davis Where would the office be without the ones who keep things flowing the way they should? The face of the office, the ones everyone turns to when things need to  happen quickly and efficiently. 

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Send us Fan Mail Whether it's your finances, life goals, or just your daily attitude, it's all about your mindset and energies.  My friend- Financial Advisor, Matt Haye, is here to share with us the secret to his success and the power that your subconscious mind has in the outcomes of your life.  Everything we say, think, and feel influences our children so this topic becomes all the mor...

Send us Fan Mail Joan Venerosa is a Pediatric Physician's Assistant with over 50 years of experience in medicine.  Join us as we explain what is the specialty of pediatrics.   Fevers, eczema, mental health, social media, telemedicine, and more.  As the world changes so does pediatrics. How have we evolved with these changes and what can we do to support our families and children?