HEALS POD

Diego Trujillo, the host of the Heals Pod, welcomes Judge Cynthia Dustin Cruz from Las Vegas Justice Court Department 5 as his guest on the latest episode. Judge Cruz specializes in adult drug court and DUI repeat offender court, which aim to connect treatment and wraparound services with judicial oversight to help individuals struggling with substance abuse and mental health issues. During the ep...

In this episode of The Heals Pod I had the pleasure of speaking with Michael Gagnon, the executive director of the Health Information Exchange in Nevada. Michael shared insights into the challenges and importance of building a comprehensive health information exchange network. The conversation delved into the complexities of connecting various healthcare providers and the critical role of the Heal...

In this episode of Heals Pod, I had the pleasure of hosting Christina Gilbert from the Nevada Donor Network. Our conversation delved into the important work that the organization does in organ donation and shedding light on the process for our listeners. Christina shared her personal journey of being with the Nevada Donor Network for seven years and her passion for the mission of organ, eye, and t...

In this episode of The Heals Pod, I had the pleasure of interviewing Terri Bruesehoff from Nurse Corps. Terri shared her journey of moving to Las Vegas and her extensive experience in the healthcare industry, spanning over 40 years. She discussed her background in nursing, starting as a CNA at the age of 16 and progressing to various roles in hospitals, school nursing, public health nursing, and h...

In this episode of The Heels Pod, I had the pleasure of interviewing Mahesh Odhrani from Strategic Wealth Design. Mahesh shared his journey from growing up in Dubai to moving to Las Vegas and becoming a financial advisor. With over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, Mahesh specializes in working with healthcare professionals, particularly physicians and dentists. Mahesh hig...

Diego Trujillo, the host of Heals Pod, welcomes Kenneth Moskowitz from JFSA for an insightful conversation in this episode. Kenneth shares his journey of moving to Las Vegas and taking on the role of CEO at JFSA, a social service agency established in 1977. The discussion delves into the various programs and services offered by JFSA, ranging from adoption services to behavioral health support for...

In this special episode of our podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Kimberly Grana, the Vice President of Valley Oaks Medical and the newly appointed President of the Healthcare Leaders Association of Nevada. Kimberly shared insights into the formation of the Healthcare Leaders Association and its focus on local healthcare efforts. We delved into the importance of community in healthcare, d...

In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Stavan Corbett, the Executive Director of the Division of Workforce at the College of Southern Nevada. Stavan, a Las Vegas native, shared his personal journey and insights into workforce development in Las Vegas. The conversation delved into Stavan's background, growing up on the east side of Las Vegas and his experiences working with margina...

In this episode of "The Heals Pod," I had the pleasure of sitting down with two remarkable individuals, Kyle Underwood and Adam Haas, who are both emerging leaders in the healthcare industry. The conversation delved into their personal journeys, experiences, and insights on leadership, mentorship, and growth. Kyle shared his background, starting from being diagnosed with a rare disease a...

In this episode of The Heals Pod, we dive into the world of innovation and healthcare with a special guest who has a unique perspective on changing the game in Las Vegas. Our guest, a local entrepreneur with a background in IT and physical therapy, shares his journey from Zimbabwe to North Dakota to Las Vegas, where he found inspiration to create a groundbreaking EMR system. As the host, I was ini...

In this episode of Heels Pod, we had the pleasure of welcoming Ruth, a seasoned expert in public relations and search engine optimization. As the host, I was initially skeptical about the importance of PR in healthcare, but Ruth quickly changed my perspective with her insights and experiences. Ruth shared her journey of starting her own PR firm after being let go from a corporate job, highlighting...

In this episode, we have the pleasure of hosting the co-presidents of the Clark County Medical Society Alliance (CCMSA), Katie Baird and Elizabeth. They provide insights into the work and mission of CCMSA, which is the charitable philanthropic branch of the Clark County Medical Society. CCMSA focuses on improving healthcare in Southern Nevada by benefiting local charities. The hosts clarify the di...

In this episode of the Heals Las Vegas podcast, host Diego Trujillo interviews Roxana Valetón, the managing director of First Person Care Clinic and founder of Ladies Turn Global. The episode delves into the intricate world of healthcare, exploring the latest breakthroughs, medical advancements, and the people that serve the Las Vegas community. Diego introduces Roxana as a special guest who share...

Heals Las Vegas Podcast Episode Synopsis In this episode of the Heals Las Vegas podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Kasia Hein-Peters, a psychiatrist and innovation management practitioner. Dr. Hein-Peters has a wealth of experience in the healthcare industry, particularly in the field of innovation and bringing new therapies to market. We started the conversation by discussing Dr. Hei...

In this episode, we explore the history of Hospice in the US and NAH's historical role in the US and Las Vegas. We also get to unpack some of the daily challenges that come with leading an organization that size, how careful leadership led to ingenious ways to provide end-of-life care for patients during COVID, and the way that cautious leadership allowed the administration to support clinical...

In this episode, we discuss breaking down the silos that are slowing down our response to the opioid crisis. Dr. Morgan has over 10 years of experience as an ER physician; she is also the Medical Director for Las Vegas Fire and Rescue and North Las Vegas Fire Department. Her experience has helped her identify the barriers to developing systems-based solutions and how we can improve our response an...

Rebecca is a 3rd generation Las Vegan.  Born into a military family in Nevada, Rebecca was instilled with a strong sense of community values. Proud to call Nevada home, she cherishes the state that has bestowed upon her numerous opportunities. Having completed her Internal Medicine residency with UNR at UMC hospital, she went on to become the medical director at Volunteers in Medicine in Southern...

In this episode, we sit with Leo Bletnitsky, owner of Healthy Technology Solutions, to discuss cyber security and the existing threats. After the recent hack and extortion of a Platic Surgery office in Las Vegas, we unpack how at-risk our medical businesses are and what we can do to protect our businesses, the common exploits that hackers use, and best practices in cyber security.

This week, we're featuring an interview with Eric Schmacker , who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Silversummit Healthplan . Eric's leadership at Silversummit, a Managed Care Organization operating in Nevada, was instrumental in navigating the challenges posed by the pandemic. In this interview, he generously shares the key strengths and valuable insights that guided him in success...