Rural Health Today

Rural healthcare is much the same and also very different from state to state across the country. State rural healthcare associations, hospital associations, and offices of rural health all tackle issues that support hospitals and healthcare providers' ability to provide care in tier communities. On this week's episode, hosts JJ and Rachel speak with Diane Potts, President of the Illinois Rural He...

Rural healthcare is much the same and also very different from state to state across the country. State rural healthcare associations, hospital associations, and offices of rural health all tackle issues that support hospitals and healthcare providers' ability to provide care in tier communities. On this week's episode, hosts JJ and Rachel speak Ryan Kelly, Executive Director of the Mississippi Ru...

Healthcare organizations often experience separation between administrative and clinical departments, but hospitals can't truly thrive unless they work together as a cohesive whole. On today's episode, hosts JJ and Rachel speak with Dr. Ross Ramsey, President and CEO of Scheurer Health. Follow Rural Health Rising on Twitter! https://twitter.com/ruralhealthpod https://twitter.com/hillsdaleCEOJJ htt...

Every hospital needs a strong team of nurses to provide reliable patient care and support through every challenge. The role of nursing, interacting most directly with patients and supporting medical staff is absolutely essential for a healthcare organization to thrive. On today's episode, hosts JJ and Rachel speak with two representatives from the Michigan Hospital Association, Lindsay Peters, Sen...

Rural healthcare is much the same and also very different from state to state across the country. State rural healthcare associations, hospital associations, and offices of rural health all tackle issues that support hospitals and healthcare providers' ability to provide care in tier communities. On this week's episode, hosts JJ and Rachel speak Tim Rave, President/CEO South Dakota Association of...

In rural communities, hospitals are struggling to meet their most basic service lines. Amid closures and shortages, comprehensive healthcare is needed more than ever in rural populations. On today's episode, hosts JJ and Rachel speak with Bradley Hodshire, Program Director, Hillsdale Hospital Center for Advanced Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine. Follow Rural Health Rising on Twitter! https://twi...

Rural healthcare is much the same and also very different from state to state across the country. State rural healthcare associations, hospital associations, and offices of rural health all tackle issues that support hospitals and healthcare providers' ability to provide care in tier communities. On this week's episode, hosts JJ and Rachel speak Jed Hansen, Executive Director of the Nebraska Rural...

Rural healthcare is much the same and also very different from state to state across the country. State rural healthcare associations, hospital associations, and offices of rural health all tackle issues that support hospitals and healthcare providers' ability to provide care in tier communities. On this week's episode, hosts JJ and Rachel speak Blayne Osborn, President, Nevada Rural Hospital Part...

Rural America has faced hundreds of hospital closures over the past decade, but no service is more neglected than maternity care. As OB-GYN services go under, maternal and infant mortality rise, which is the result of a crisis that starts with inadequate payment models. On this week's episode, hosts JJ and Rachel talk with Harold Miller, President and CEO, Center for Healthcare Quality and Payment...

Rural healthcare is much the same and also very different from state to state across the country. State rural healthcare associations, hospital associations, and offices of rural health all tackle issues that support hospitals and healthcare providers' ability to provide care in tier communities. On this week's episode, hosts JJ and Rachel speak Beth O'Connor, Executive Director of the Virginia Ru...

In every healthcare organization, leadership teams face operational challenges on a daily basis. This requires leaders to develop solutions to serve their staff, patients and communities while optimizing their hospital's performance. On this week's episode, hosts JJ and Rachel talk with Ben Miles, President of St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea Hospital. Follow Rural Health Rising on Twitter! https://twitte...

In the past several decades, rural America has witnessed more hospital closures than its communities can afford. To survive, rural hospitals must meet the future with staying power and effective strategies now more than ever. On today's episode, hosts JJ and Rachel talk with John Supplitt, rural health advocate, and former Senior Director of Rural Health Services at the American Hospital Associati...

Hospitals all over Michigan benefit from the leadership and resources provided by the Michigan Hospital Association. With a trustworthy and informed team of healthcare leaders at the helm, this association is a strong advocate and ally for rural hospitals like Hillsdale. On this week's episode, hosts JJ and Rachel speak with Brian Peters, CEO of Michigan Health & Hospital Association. Follow Rural...

The final state budget for fiscal year 2025 was recently passed, and it has a significant impact on healthcare in Michigan. That’s why healthcare advocacy in the budgeting process is a vital part of ensuring the best possible outcome for patients, providers and administration. On today’s episode, hosts JJ and Rachel talk with Laura Appel, executive vice president of government relations and public...

On today’s fourth of July special episode, we take a listen to a recent Hillsdale Live episode where hosts JJ and Rachel talk with Karen Cheeseman, CEO of Mackinac Straits Health System. Follow Rural Health Rising on Twitter!  https://twitter.com/ruralhealthpod/  https://twitter.com/hillsdaleCEOJJ/  https://twitter.com/ruralhealthrach/ Follow Hillsdale Hospital on social media!  https://www.facebo...

For healthcare to make a difference, financial wellbeing is essential. Many rural hospitals are struggling with operational stability right now, but with the right approach, they can often regain financial health and strengthen their organization’s mission. On today’s episode, hosts JJ and Rachel talk with Kevin Rash, managing director at Forvis Mazars US. Follow Forvis Mazars! https://www.forvism...

Rural healthcare is much the same and also very different from state to state across the country. State rural healthcare associations tackle issues that support their members’ ability to provide care in their rural communities. On today’s episode, hosts JJ and Rachel talk with Dr. Mark Woodring, vice president of the board for the Rural Health Association of Oklahoma as well Professor of Healthcar...

Certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) are the foundation for quality surgical services. When rural hospitals are equipped with exceptional CRNAs, they can provide their community with top-notch surgical care. On today’s episode, hosts JJ and Rachel talk with Jason Flowers, CRNA & Owner of Challenge Anesthesia. Follow Rural Health Rising on Twitter!  https://twitter.com/ruralhealthpod/  h...

Rural healthcare is much the same and also very different from state to state across the country. State rural healthcare associations tackle issues that support their members’ ability to provide care in their rural communities. On today’s episode, hosts JJ and Rachel talk with Dorothy Hughes, president of the Kansas Rural Health Association. Follow Rural Health Rising on Twitter!  https://twitter....

Helping our children thrive is a vital part of building healthy communities. As a rural hospital providing a full continuum of care, we know the value of occupational and speech therapy in kids’ lives. Lumen Pediatric Therapy shares our vision for healthy families, and they work to provide evidence-based services that will benefit children with autism. On today’s episode, hosts JJ and Rachel talk...

Independent hospitals exist for the health and wellbeing of their communities. Amidst a rapidly changing healthcare environment, locally controlled rural healthcare organizations can remain autonomous and dedicated to their patient populations. On today’s episode, hosts JJ and Rachel talk with Terry Scoggin, Chief Executive Officer at Titus Regional Medical Center in Mt. Pleasant, Texas. Follow Ru...

Rural healthcare is much the same and also very different from state to state across the country. State rural healthcare associations tackle issues that support their members’ ability to provide care in their rural communities. On today’s episode, hosts JJ and Rachel talk with Jared Kosin, president and CEO of the Alaska Hospital & Healthcare Association. Follow Rural Health Rising on Twitter!  ht...

Every community needs maternal and infant healthcare, and yet, many rural areas no longer have access to it. In a time when obstetric care is becoming more and more difficult to find, some rural hospitals are striving to sustain the high-quality birthing services that every woman, infant and family that needs. On today’s episode, hosts JJ and Rachel talk with Jennifer Mewes, RN, OB Leader at Iowa...

Rural healthcare is much the same and also very different from state to state across the country. State rural healthcare associations tackle issues that support their members’ ability to provide care in their rural communities. On today’s episode, hosts JJ and Rachel talk with Maggie Sauer, Director of the North Carolina Office of Rural Health. Follow Rural Health Rising on Twitter!  https://twitt...

Rural healthcare is much the same and also very different from state to state across the country. State rural healthcare associations tackle issues that support their members’ ability to provide care in their rural communities. On today’s episode, hosts JJ and Rachel talk with Jacy Warrell, chief executive officer of the Rural Health Association of Tennessee Follow Rural Health Rising on Twitter! ...