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The PILL PodcastEpisode 17: Transforming Healthcare: A Deep Dive into Primary Plus's CHW ProgramJoin us for an enlightening discussion with Brooke Perkins, Director for Community Health Worker programs at Lewis County Primary Care Center, Inc, also known as Primary Plus. Brooke provides an in-depth exploration of their innovative Community Health Worker (CHW) program, tracing its mission, evolution, and remarkable impact. Discover how they've navigated challenges, gained healthcare provider buy-in, and transformed patient care workflows. Through inspiring success stories and insights into community impact, Brooke sheds light on the vital role of CHW programs in enhancing overall well-being. Tune in for a fascinating glimpse into the world of healthcare innovation and community health...
2024-12-1329 minThe PILL PodcastEpisode 16: Empowering Stroke Survivors: A Conversation with Dr. Christine Cosby-GaitherWe're honored to welcome Dr. Christine Cosby-Gaither, an educator, entrepreneur, and founder of A Stroke of Grace. Dr. Cosby-Gaither's journey is one of resilience, from her career in academia to her inspiring recovery from a life-changing stroke in 2019. Through her nonprofit organization, A Stroke of Grace, she is dedicated to supporting Black stroke survivors and their families, offering hope and resources along their recovery journey. Join us as we learn Dr. Cosby-Gaither's story, the mission of A Stroke of Grace, and the innovative initiatives she's spearheading for stroke prevention and recovery. Discover the transformative impact of...
2024-05-2238 minThe PILL PodcastEpisode 15: Unlocking Mental Health Resources - Insights from Danny Cornett at New VistaIntroducing our latest podcast episode featuring Danny Cornett, DrPH, from New Vista! In this insightful conversation, we delve into the critical topic of mental health awareness and the resources available in Kentucky. Dr. Cornett, the Corporate Director of Quality and Compliance at New Vista, shares valuable insights into the organization's comprehensive mental health services, including substance use disorder treatment and crisis intervention. Join us as we explore New Vista's innovative approaches to client-centered care, destigmatizing mental health, and promoting awareness during Mental Health Awareness Month. Don't miss this enlightening discussion on navigating mental health resources and supporting individuals on...
2024-05-1321 minThe PILL PodcastEpisode 14: Unlocking Community Health - Insights from Dr. Rachel Hogg-GrahamJoin us for a compelling exploration into community health strategies with Dr. Rachel Hogg-Graham, Associate Professor at the University of Kentucky College of Public Health. In this helpful podcast, Dr. Hogg-Graham delves into the integration of health and social services, highlighting the pivotal role of community partnerships in addressing unmet social needs and improving population health outcomes. From discussing policies incentivizing social drivers of health (SDOH) strategies, to navigating challenges in connecting patients to resources, Dr. Hogg-Graham offers insights and practical considerations for healthcare providers and organizations. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on building effective community collaborations...
2024-04-1238 minThe PILL PodcastEpisode 13: Kentucky’s Stroke Care Journey: Insights from CoverdellKentucky REC advisor Lacy Shumway provides a comprehensive overview of the 3-year Coverdell Grant, focusing on its mission to enhance stroke care in collaboration with the CDC. She shares details behind the numbers in Kentucky's application for the grant: addressing high stroke mortality rates and risk factors. Explore the seven strategies implemented by the Coverdell Grant, formally known as the Paul Coverdell National Acute Stroke Program, including: HTN control; quality improvement; education; and EMS collaboration. Lacy discusses data collection challenges and the critical role of ZIP CODES in the Social Deprivation Index (SDI). Uncover the sy...
2024-02-0932 minThe PILL PodcastEpisode 12: Mobilizing Clinical Images with KHIE - A Look into the KHIE Image ExchangeAndrew Bledsoe is back with another exciting episode! Join Brent McKune as he sits down with the Kentucky State HIT Director and KHIE Deputy Executive Director again. Gain a comprehensive overview of KHIE's role in facilitating health data exchange, with a special focus on the Image Exchange component. If you're a healthcare organization looking to connect, find out how KHIE can assist you on this journey. Tune in for valuable insights into enhancing healthcare interoperability and ensuring seamless data exchange.
2023-11-2827 minThe PILL PodcastEpisode 11: Going Beyond Clinical Care with KHIE - Connecting Kentuckians to Community ResourcesCohosts Brent McKune and Stephen Williams of the Kentucky REC proudly introduce Episode 11 of Kentucky REC's PILL Podcast. In this episode, they sit down with KY State HIT Director and KHIE Deputy Executive Director, Andrew Bledsoe, to delve into the significance of Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) in healthcare and the state of Kentucky's efforts to address them. Learn more about KHIE at their website, KHIE.ky.gov.Episode Highlights:Unpacking the vital concept of SDoH and their pivotal role in healthcare.Gaining insights into Kentucky's unique SDoH challenges and the proactive measures taken to tackle...
2023-11-0830 minThe PILL PodcastEpisode 10: Andrew Bledsoe - Introduction to the Kentucky Health Information Exchange (KHIE)Learn how the Kentucky Health Information Exchange is leading the HIE marketplace with innovative services and advancing interoperability in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Learn more about KHIE at their website, KHIE.ky.gov
2023-07-2051 minThe PILL PodcastEpisode 9: Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES)This episode of the PILL Podcast examines the succes of Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES). DSMES can help you learn to manage your diabetes as part of your daily life. DSME is proven to:Improve blood sugar control leading to decreased risk for diabetes complicationsIncrease self-confidence about taking care of your diabetesIncrease healthy eating and physical activityImprove quality of lifeLynette Renner interviews a patient, Samuel Stidham with input from Dr. Kristen Stakelin.
2022-08-0436 minThe PILL PodcastEpisode 8: Cassy Hobbs & Kristin Munro-Leighton - Team-Based CareIn the return of the PILL Podcast, Brent McKune, the new Managing Director of the Kentucky REC and PILL Podcast co-host, talks to Cassy Hobbs and Kristin Munro-Leighton about Team-Based Care in regards to the management of blood pressure and reducing hypertension. Cassy Hobbs is an Associate Professor at the Sullivan University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. She has been with Sullivan for 9 years since receiving her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Kentucky. Cassy is a board-certified ambulatory care pharmacist and licensed diabetes educator. She is responsible for classroom teaching, as well as trai...
2021-09-2725 minThe PILL PodcastEpisode 7: Dr. Tamea Evans - Fighting for Good OutcomesIn our second episode of the PILL podcast focused on diabetes prevention and treatment, Trudi speaks with Dr. Tamea Evans, a 2003 graduate of the University of Kentucky College of Medicine. Dr Evans is an Internal Medicine physician and diabetologist who is passionate about helping patients with long term illness get the tools and knowledge they need in order to get and stay well. Listen as she shares what it means to be "blessed by bad" and how doctors can be rewarded for doing a good job. This episode includes a focus on diabetes self-management education and support...
2019-12-1740 minThe PILL PodcastEpisode 6: Dr. James Keck - Preventive MedicineIn our new episode of the PILL podcast, Trudi speaks with Dr. James Keck, a Family Medicine and Preventive Medicine board certified physician who cares for patients in the University of Kentucky Family Medicine Clinic. He supervises, trains, and educates medical students and Family and Preventive Medicine Residents at the UK clinic and UK hospital. Recently, Dr. Keck and colleagues implemented several strategies to promote Diabetes Prevention Program referrals from primary care colleagues to the UK Diabetes Prevention Program. He discusses the diagnosis of “prediabetes”, including who should be screened, how it is diagnosed, and next steps to avoid diab...
2019-11-2037 minThe PILL PodcastEpisode 5: Hank Kerschen - Accountable Care OrganizationsIn this episode of the PILL podcast, Trudi interviews Hank Kerschen, a healthcare executive experienced in multi-specialty group practices and integrated delivery systems. He excels in group development, strategic planning, relationship management, and project management. He discusses the process and benefits of joining an Accountable Care Organization (ACO), and the journey of St. Elizabeth to participate in a value-based care model. He also addresses how to navigate being in both of the healthcare reimbursement worlds of fee-for-service and value-based care at the same time.If you need assistance with quality improvement call the Kentucky REC at 859-323...
2019-10-0356 minThe PILL PodcastBonus Episode: QPP Year 3In this special bonus episode of The PILL Podcast, Trudi Matthews interviews two of Kentucky Regional Extension Center’s subject matter experts, Robin Huffman and Kelly Fountain. These two quality experts break down the major changes to Year 3 in the Quality Payment Program. This overview will help our listeners understand the challenges they face under MACRA in 2019.
2019-09-1329 minThe PILL PodcastEpisode 3: Dr. Roberto Cardarelli - Quality Improvement GuruDr. Roberto Cardarelli, Chief of the Division of Population Medicine and Chair of the Department of Family and Community Medicine at UK HealthCare is a Quality Improvement Guru. He is an expert in Population Health, which Wikipedia defines as: "the health outcomes of a group of individuals, including the distribution of such outcomes within the group. It is an approach to health that aims to improve the health of an entire human population.”In our interview, he explains why population health management is so important, especially for states like Kentucky, which struggles with poor health outcomes. He ta...
2019-09-1318 minThe PILL PodcastEpisode 4: Dr. Ken Wilson - Quality LeaderIn this episode of the PILL podcast, we interview Dr. Ken Wilson, an Executive Consultant for Norton Healthcare in Louisville, KY. Dr. Wilson has years of experience leading complex implementation efforts. He provides unique insight from a strategic perspective of change in a large health system within a competitive marketplace.He is also a leader in the enterprise-wide adoption of the Patient-Centered Medical Home model at Norton Healthcare. He previously served as the System Vice President for Clinical Effectiveness & Quality. During his years in this position, Dr. Wilson had oversight over Norton’s quality program. In h...
2019-09-131h 15The PILL PodcastEpisode 2: Dr. Chris Yost - A Physician's PerspectiveIn this episode of the PILL podcast, we interview Dr. Chris Yost, Medical Director for Ambulatory Quality at UK HealthCare, Assistant Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine, and Co-Chair of the UK HealthCare MACRA steering committee. Dr. Yost brings a unique perspective as he leads the initiatives to improve quality and value in a large academic medical center. He not only plays a key role in UK HealthCare’s preparation for value-based payment and quality improvement, but he is also a practicing physician. This makes him better able to handle the key issues of physician buy-in and engagement, wh...
2019-09-1243 minThe PILL PodcastEpisode 1: Karen Ditsch - Reluctant ConvertIn the first full-length episode of The PILL Podcast, Karen Ditsch, CEO of Juniper Health in Eastern Kentucky, tells you about her own journey in becoming a quality improvement star. Karen talks about how she started with quality improvement and how it ultimately led to better patient care. She discusses the importance of data-driven decision making and how she used her Electronic Health Record to help achieve improved outcomes, offering some important lessons that you can take back to your organization and implement. If you need assistance with quality improvement, call the Kentucky REC at 859-323-3090 or check...
2019-09-1240 min
The PILL PodcastWhat is The PILL Podcast?Presented by UK Healthcare, an introduction to the Kentucky Regional Extension Center's discussion of Quality Improvement
2019-08-0807 min