Here for Good.

Katherine Jaffe , director of nursing for Med Surg (3NS) at Virtua Marlton Hospital, brings a blend of compassion, resilience, and leadership to her role. Prior to her career in healthcare, Katherine joined the United States Peace Corps, where she spent two years living in a rural village in Zambia. There, she led literacy programs, supported HIV/AIDS prevention efforts, and empowered women throug...

Diana Torres , manager of central sterile processing, leads an essential behind-the-scenes team responsible for the complex, multi-step sterilization of medical instruments. An advocate for her 28 techs and a believer in continuing education, she not only models leadership by working alongside her team but also teaches a sterile processing course at Rowan, helping to train the next generation. Dia...

Maria Yambo , a medical assistant at Virtua Primary Care – Marlton, is passionate about giving back to the community that helped shape her. She volunteers with organizations that lift up her hometown of Camden, and she calls upon her lived experiences to relate to others.   Maria also advocates for the Alzheimer's and Dementia Association, a cause close to her heart after losing her father to deme...

Inspired by the kindness she once received from others, Quiana Sterling , office assistant at Virtua Primary Care – Moorestown at Young Avenue, is passionate about giving back. Through the Black and African American Colleague Community, Quiana volunteers at Cathedral Kitchen, as well as the Volunteers of America and her local library. One experience that stayed with her was sitting and talking wit...

Dr. Kintur Sanghvi , interventional cardiologist, offers a glimpse into the world of cardiovascular care—and the heart behind it. He shares how innovation, like renal denervation, is bringing new hope to patients with hard-to-control high blood pressure. And beyond the science, how trust, education, and prevention can change outcomes long before a crisis happens. Dr. Sanghvi also opens up about ho...

Service has always been at the heart of Rob Hinson's journey. In this episode, we meet Rob, a security officer at Virtua Health whose impact extends far beyond our walls. A 25-year veteran of the United States Air Force, Rob now serves his community as both a special education teacher and the head football coach at Camden High School—where he led his team to a historic state championship and South...

Building a career while staying grounded in service is at the heart of Zac Betz's journey. In this episode, we meet Zac Betz, RN , at Virtua Mount Holly Hospital whose path began as a patient transporter and grew through determination, mentorship, and a passion for helping others. From mission trips to caring for patients on the med-surg oncology unit, Zac shares how purpose, teamwork, and resilie...

The colleagues at the Virtua Access Center are often the first voice patients hear when they begin their healthcare journey. In this episode, Lia Simmons recounts her inspiring path from navigator to director of the Access Center and reflects on the meaningful connections that shape every call. She also shares her passion for performing arts and competitive dancing. Her story is a powerful example...

Dr. Vik Bathula believes that medicine is not a solo sport, but a shared mission. As director of the internal medicine residency program at Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, he is doing far more than building curricula and rounding with residents. He's shaping physicians into caregivers who will treat every patient with dignity and respect. This is a conversation about leadership, legacy, and w...

Cindy Borden shares her 20-year history in healthcare, starting as an EMT to her current role as practice manager at Virtua Primary Care - Mount Laurel. Her secret sauce for success lies in advocacy for her staff. By utilizing social media to publicly celebrate her team's wins and Virtua's success, Cindy models what it means to lead by example. Her story is a powerful reminder that when we feel se...

Every birth story is unique—and this particular story reveals just how powerful compassionate support can be. Evana Cooper , director of the doula program, and Sharlene Dougan, ANC , share a personal conversation about how doula services elevate the pregnancy and postpartum experience at Virtua. Through stories of education, advocacy, and support, they reveal how continuous care can empower mother...

Samira Harris, AVP of risk, accreditation, and patient safety, offers an inside look at the full ecosystem of patient safety—from regulatory readiness to analyzing safety events that drive stronger, safer care. She also shines a spotlight on central sterile services, calling them vital, yet often-unseen champions of quality. Beyond her professional world, Samira reflects on her commitment to commu...

For Lisa Ferraro and Mary McCormick, leadership at Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes is personal. Lisa's journey was shaped by witnessing care in the ICU as a teen, and Mary's by her own experience with type 1 diabetes. Together, they've cultivated a culture where every team member has purpose and every patient feels supported. They share lessons from 17 years of leading side by side, offering insights a...

NFL legend and Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith joins our Here for Good Podcast for an inspiring conversation about leadership, legacy, and the power of giving back. Together, Dennis and Emmitt reflect on the discipline and resilience that shaped his iconic football career, the mentors who guided him, and the mission behind Emmitt's charitable work, which creates meaningful opportunities for youth and f...

Get ready for an insightful conversation with Dr. Jen Khelil , chief clinical officer, who turned her passion for patient care into purpose-driven leadership. She reflects on how her early clinical experiences continue to shape her approach today, and Virtua's efforts to combat clinical burnout. Dr. Khelil also highlights  our partnership with Rowan University and its role in preparing the next ge...

For Debra Moran, senior vice president of health advancement and community programs, Virtua Health has been a place to grow, serve, and make a difference. Growing up in Camden, Debra always knew she wanted to work in health care. What began as a career in radiology became a 50-year commitment to improving access, equity, and care for her community. Debra's work reflects what it means to be a champ...

Natalie Jensen, a pediatric occupational therapist, brings both skill and heart to her work, inspired by her brother Luke, who has autism. Beyond her role at Virtua, Natalie is a leader with Luke's Place, a nonprofit in Audubon that provides community-based experiences for neurodiverse and special needs adults. Founded in 2017, the program currently supports 35 participants through outings, advoca...

For Jennifer Wright-Wey , nursing supervisor at Virtua Willingboro, being a part of Virtua is like coming home. Her family's connection to our organization spans four-generations—from her grandmother, a switchboard operator, to her son, who serves in the security department. Jennifer also shares how Virtua's tuition reimbursement program helped build her own career. Now, she's proud to pay it forw...

Dr. Gerald Collins, podiatrist, has been a cornerstone of Virtua for 16 years, helping grow his practice from a single specialist to a team of 13. While his surgical work in foot and ankle reconstruction is his main passion, his greatest satisfaction comes from seeing his patients thrive during their post-operative visits. Outside the hospital, Dr. Collins balances a busy family life coaching his...

Khatib Abdelaziz , director of supply chain, applies the discipline of martial arts to the complex world of healthcare logistics. In just two years, he has used his engineering and manufacturing background to streamline the delivery of critical supplies, ensuring they reach colleagues by the next morning or within hours for urgent needs. Now, he's spearheading a major automation upgrade, inspired...

This month, Kevin Darby celebrates his sweet sixteenth year at Virtua, a journey that began in patient transport and has since seen him rise to Lieutenant of Security for Virtua Marlton and Berlin. Kevin champions an integrated approach to campus safety, highlighting the successful implementations of the weapons screening and personal panic alarm systems, as well as collaboration with local law en...

For 16 years, Claire Smitley , manager of absence management, has guided colleagues through life's pivotal moments—from maternity leave to unexpected illnesses. She finds immense reward in being a listening ear , helping people understand their pay and benefits during time off. Beyond Virtua, Claire co-launched "Young Lives," a mentoring program providing support and practical resources to teen pa...

Dr. Howard Winter was practically raised in the world of healthcare, with vivid memories of nights spent in the hospital's on-call room alongside his father, an obstetrician. This early immersion clearly shaped his path. Today, as VP of surgical practice and outcomes, he's committed to ensuring top-tier surgical care across our hospitals. But Dr. Winter's passions extend beyond medicine; he also f...

Celebrating 25 years with Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes, Rose shares her journey from family liaison to an interpreter for the early intervention program. In this role, Rose bridges communication gaps so that clinicians and our youngest patients can fully understand each other.   But there is more to Rose than what's on her Virtua ID. She and her husband have opened their home and hearts to more than...

Step into the world of Matilda Adams , a true luminary at Virtua. As director of the Virtua Samson Cancer Center - Moorestown, Matilda leads and inspires by example, fostering team connections and championing intentional listening to better serve patients. Matilda's dedication also extends globally. Originally from Ghana, she teaches nurses there about peritoneal dialysis, driven by a desire to "s...