Human Resilience: Changing the Way Healthcare is Delivered

If you are an employer, manager or leader of any kind, this week's podcast hot take is for you! Join Dr. Sue Zbikowski, behavioral psychologist, to unlock the secrets to transforming your team into a high-performing powerhouse by mastering the art of psychological safety. Ever wondered how some leaders create environments where every team member feels free to express their ideas, share mistak...

Join us for an enlightening conversation with top experts in the fields of dentistry and medicine. Dr. Deb Fuller, Dr. Maria Ryan, and Dr. Judith Haber discuss the historical divide between oral health and overall healthcare, and how we can begin to bridge that gap with strategic collaboration between nursing, dentistry, and medicine.  As we navigate through systemic challenges like insurance disp...

Transforming the way we approach healthcare can empower patients and redefine their roles. In this quick hot take, Kaprice Welsh, founder of the Center for Black Women's Wellness in Georgia, speaks to the patient-provider relationship as a foundation for patient empowerment. She talks about how fostering trust and support can turn patients into partners, equipping them with the knowledge and...

Explore the challenges and barriers for transition-age youth and the power of digital technology in transforming care for these vulnerable populations. Bob and Shelley are joined by Amerigroup experts as they discuss the complexities of foster care systems and shine a light on the barriers many families face both physically and emotionally.  Listen and Learn:  How mobile engagement solutions like...

Can uncertainty fuel anxiety and lead to impulsive decisions? Explore this intriguing concept in this minisode with podcast host, Bob Gold. Bob explores the impact of uncertainty bias on mental health and workplace productivity and shares his insights on how a resilient mind can navigate these turbulent waters, helping reduce anxiety and depression amidst a rapidly evolving world. Listen and Learn...

Discover the transformative power of digital engagement in the foster care system and learn how it is reshaping the lives of transition-age youth. Imagine navigating the complexities of foster care without tailored support—now imagine how revolutionary it is for those who have it. In our latest episode, we dive into the collaboration between GoMo Health and Amerigroup's Georgia Family 360, wh...

What happens when we overlook the backbone of home healthcare? Join Dr. Venus Wong, a leading expert in health equity and data, to explore an often-ignored aspect of healthcare delivery: family caregivers. With nearly 20% of Americans serving as family caregivers, their impact on both clinical outcomes and healthcare costs cannot be overstated. Dr. Wong sheds light on how unaddressed depression am...

Bob Gold, Podcast Host and Chief Behavioral Technologist at GoMo Health, reveals the innovative strategies shaping the future of healthcare in this quick hot take. Explore how his approach empowers individuals and their families to manage self-care beyond the confines of conventional treatment settings. By fostering self-belief and trust, this way of engaging aims to dismantle barriers and promote...

Join us for a quick hot take with music producer, A.D. Ross, from GoMo Music as he discusses the captivating realm of sound and its profound effects on our well-being. Ever wonder how certain sounds can alter your mental state? Get ready to uncover the mysteries behind binaural beats and their ability to synchronize brainwaves, leading to improved mental clarity and relaxation.  From enhancing foc...

In an interview with podcast host Bob Gold, Bhavini Solanki, director of the Georgia Families 360 program, dives deep into autism spectrum disorder and how her team is working to build strong support systems for families in Georgia. Bhavini chats with Bob about the challenges they face and how they are addressing these with cutting-edge solutions that utilize predictive analytics and digital engag...

This week's episode is a quick hot take on innovative approaches to enhancing  healthcare quality and equity with Nakecia Taffa, Director of Quality Improvement and Healthcare Equity. Discover how individualized care plans and digital engagement programs can close care gaps, enhance HEDIS scores, and elevate Star ratings. Listen as Nakecia shares her extensive experience and compelling storie...

To continue the conversation on navigating the emotional and social needs of cancer patients, Amy Sutton, CEO, and Katherine Scheibel, Senior Director of Program and Impact of Crossroads4Hope join the conversation. Discussing the importance of expanding cancer care from solely physical to holistic healthcare including emotional, social and behavioral needs.  Amy and Katherine share their profound...

In this episode we explore the emotional and mental health aspects of the cancer journey and hear the remarkable stories of Trish Tyler and Matthew Michaloski, whose experiences with cancer were profoundly impacted by Crossroads4Hope, a community organization. Listen as we explore the emotional toll of a cancer diagnosis and treatment, and the transformative power of community support that made al...

Ever wondered how stress affects the brain, particularly for mothers and moms-to-be? Join us as we unpack the complex interplay between brain health, stress and resilience, especially within the context of maternal child health. This minisode features insights from Jennifer Zientz, expert at the Center for Brain Health, and maternal child health expert, Jessica Anderson. Listen as our experts dive...

Listen to part two of our two-part series on a brain health approach to addiction treatment with insights from several experts who uncover the secrets behind effective recovery strategies. Explore scalable solutions and forward-thinking approaches designed to support anyone struggling with substance use and mental health as well solutions for employers and employees.  Listen and Learn: The connect...

Listen to part one of our two-part series on a brain health approach to addiction treatment with insights from several experts who uncover the secrets behind effective recovery strategies. Annette shares her gripping personal recovery story, detailing the evolution of addiction treatment, while Charley provides an insider's perspective on the shift in forms of treatment. This episode is packe...

Tune in to hear guest, Dr. Judy Haber, Executive Director of the Oral Health Nursing Education and Practice (OHNEP) program, give a hot take on the critical, yet often overlooked, connection between oral health and overall well-being. She dives into how simple changes like integrating dental care into workplace benefit plans, can help employers reduce costs, boost productivity, and improve employe...

How can creating a culture where employees feel safe to be themselves revolutionize your workplace? This episode features Dave Drap, an expert in workplace wellness and employee activation, who sheds light on the transformative power of psychological safety. Dave shares compelling research and personal insights on how addressing and destigmatizing mental health and substance use disorders can lead...

In honor of Pride Month, our latest episode of the Human Resilience POVcast explores healthcare inequities faced by the LGBTQ+ community. Join us as Vincent Santino De Capua, PrEP Project Lead at CHI Health Center in New York, delves into the pervasive stigma that affects LGBTQ+ healthcare access and outcomes. This Hot Take will explore: The critical role stigma plays in exacerbating healthcare in...

What role does the brain play in creating and detecting reality, particularly when facing the trial of cancer? Listen to the first episode in our two-part podcast on navigating the cancer journey. Leading oncologists Dr. Chevon Rairy and Dr. Hamza Habib share their experiences in guiding patients through the fear, anxiety, and uncertainty of diagnosis and treatment. They discuss a holistic approac...

Tune in to the second episode in our two-part podcast on navigating the cancer journey. Leading oncologists Dr. Chevon Rairy and Dr. Hamza Habib expand on their experiences in guiding patients through the fear, anxiety, and uncertainty of diagnosis and treatment. Experts talk about pain management throughout the cancer journey and how caregiver support can directly relate to physical and emotional...

Caregiver burnout is a very real and pressing issue. Now, more than ever, it’s crucial to offer caregiver support that helps ease the burden of responsibilities, including medication management and daily health monitoring, while also managing daily tasks. In this episode, Jessica Andersen, BSN, RN, Director of Clinical Performance Improvement and Organizational Excellence at GoMo Health, sheds lig...

The United States is facing a senior care crisis due to its growing aging population, and affordable long-term care is becoming increasingly hard to access. While “aging in place” could be a potential solution, challenges such as time, money, capability, and stress on caregivers make this a complex option. At present, support for aging in place is not widely available.  This episode focuses on a n...

Whether it’s drugs, alcohol, marijuana , or tobacco/vaping, when teens turn to substance use, it can have a major impact on their health and well-being. This podcast episode focuses on engaging and educating youth and teens on the impact of substance use in the interactive LED by Tigger digital program.   The episode focuses on utilizing tools and programs that meet teens where they are most often...

What is driving the rise in mental health and substance use disorders amongst adolescents? Deena Cohen, certified alcohol and drug counselor, gives her quick expert opinion on factors impacting this trend, and how accessibility and stigma play a role in preventing youth from seeking treatment for these issues.   Featured Expert: Deena Cohen, MPA, CADC, CTTS, WTS, Director of Community Programs at...