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SpectrumHealth JourneyStress Free JoyJoAnn Falletta, Music Director of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra talks about her book of original poetry, and the power of music. Mr James Peterson from Spectrum Health's Buffalo Hope COMPS team shares tips for Find it on shswny.org/podcasts/ Spotify, Apple Podcast and iHeartRadio coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) during these short winter days.Finally the podcast team remembers the guests and conversations over the past year.Best wishes for happy and joyful holidays, filled with love and hope!
2025-12-0232 min
SpectrumHealth JourneyGratitude and WellnessCaregivers are loving, stressed, and anxious and The Prevention Council of Erie County is here to help. Janice Burns and Anne-Marie Huurre share advice. Rural Health Day is November 20 and Amanda Burkett and Tom Tharp from Spectrum Health's Springville and Wyoming County counseling centers respectively share the challenges and rewards of serving our rural communities.
2025-10-3129 min
SpectrumHealth JourneyAll About YouthDawn Marie Domke shares the exciting news about Spectrum Health's Riverside Counseling Center and its services for youth.Brie Kishel, Program and Operations Manager for the Alberti Center for Bullying Abuse Prevention at the University at Buffalo, talks about the upcoming annual conference.
2025-10-0331 min
SpectrumHealth JourneySuicide Prevention Awareness Month - 2025Celia Spacone, Ph.D. from the Erie County Suicide Prevention Coalition talks about ways to help people in crisis. Jodie Altman, Executive Director of Kids Escaping Drugs introduces us to the life-changing work on this campus.
2025-09-0429 min
SpectrumHealth JourneyInternational Overdose Awareness DayZachary Kay from the Erie County Department of Health talks about substance use in the region and a community event on August 28.Jack Freedenberg from The Kensingtons talks about Spectrum Health's Fifth Annual Not One More: Stand Together to End Overdose event on August 26.
2025-08-0532 min
SpectrumHealth JourneySummertime is for Wellness!DawnMarie Sainsbury, School Based Clinician from Spectrum Health, talks about preventing "summer slide" when kids are home from school.Meichle Latham, Career & Life Coach, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Business Consultant, takes her business outside to trails and parks for nature-inspired counseling and coaching.Dawn Stone, Peer Support Specialist from Spectrum Health, catches us up on summer activities in Wyoming County.
2025-07-0129 min
SpectrumHealth JourneyMen's Mental Health Awareness MonthTerry Seay from the Buffalo Prenatal-Perinatal Network talks about the Fatherhood Initiative and programs for men. My Brother Lost in Time is a Buffalo-made film about Dan and Paul Lukasik and their depression diagnoses. Spectrum Health is hosting a screening on June 24.
2025-06-0332 min
SpectrumHealth JourneyMay is Mental Health Awareness Month (and Mother's Day and Armed Forces Day, too!)Our guests share unique stories of family, resilience, and brotherhood. Listen to Tara Burgess, Executive Director of Every Person Influences Children, and Navy Veteran Chad Miller a peer support specialist from Veterans One Stop talk with co-hosts Malene, Bob, and Cherie.
2025-04-3029 min
SpectrumHealth JourneyC.A.R.E.S. and H.O.P.E.Spectrum Health's C.A.R.E.S. team provides 24/7 crisis response for young ones under 17 and their families. Buffalo H.O.P.E. COMPS shares techniques for coping and emotional support.April is National Counseling Awareness month, too. Learn more in this episode of Spectrum Health Journey!
2025-04-0232 min
SpectrumHealth JourneyKeeping Home Safe and CozySara Andrew, Community Engagement and Partnership Coordinator, Suicide Prevention VA Western New York Healthcare System talks about the Lock and Talk initiative.Victoria Tiebor, CEO, Wyoming County Community Action, Inc., shares info on services in Wyoming County.
2025-03-0628 min
SpectrumHealth JourneySports, Arts, and Mental HealthSpectrum Health's Chris Weber talks about student athletes and their mental wellness. Randy Kramer invites us to Next to Normal on stage at MusicalFare Theatre, a powerful story about a family in crisis.
2025-02-0628 min
SpectrumHealth JourneyMusic is Powerful Medicine (w/ JoAnn Falletta)JoAnn Falletta, music director for Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and Patti Parks, founder of Nursin' Blues, talk about the power of music to heal.
2025-01-0730 min
SpectrumHealth JourneyHope for the HolidaysHolidays can be joyful or lonely for some people. Spectrum Health’s Debbie LaBounty shares insights on how to cope with and enjoy this season. Spectrum Health’s Bob Cannata talks about his retirement, too.
2024-12-1435 min
SpectrumHealth JourneyCity and CountryAmanda Burkett and Catrina Dworzack, Clinical Director of Spectrum Health's Springville Counseling Center and Wyoming County Counseling Center respectively, talk about behavioral health in their rural settings. Cindy Voelker, President and CEO of Spectrum Health, in her first appearance on Spectrum Health Journey, updates us on the status of 1280 Main Street since it was ravaged by the Christmas Eve 2022 winter storm. Finally, co-hosts Bob and Marlene with executive producer Cherie Messore talk about the power of gratitude.
2024-10-3129 min
SpectrumHealth JourneyCommunityOctober is all about Community. Alyssa Hebeler talks about the Spectrum Health team that helps clients find comfortable and secure housing. Then Ann Marie Bosch and Jackie Cotton explain the challenging and gratifying work of case management to commemorate National Case Management Week, October 13-19. Please join us!
2024-10-1129 min
SpectrumHealth JourneySuicide Prevention AwarenessSeptember is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. We welcome Cameron Burns of Crisis Services who talks about resources in our community and beyond. Spectrum Health's Christine Ziemba reminds us that communication and the words we use can help someone with suicidal ideations reach out for support. Kate Hull, owner of Share Joy talks about her journey and how spreading joy with flowers is uplifting.Please join us!
2024-08-2926 min
Emerge and See PodcastEp6 - Exercise Physiologist: Isabella ColuccioIn this episode, Sarah interviews Isabella Coluccio, an Exercise Physiologist, about the link between exercise and mental health. Isabella explains the role of an EP in the treatment of PTSD and other mental illnesses.
Contact Isabella. You can make a book a consultation on the website spectrumhealth.com.au or call her on (02)46563030.
Other Resources:
Isabella also recommends Exercise Right (exerciseright.com.au) for some great resources, including a free Ebook about exercise and mental health.
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2024-07-2856 min
STAR Mornings with Shmitty2023 Radiothon - Ana GrysonMeet the parents of Ana Gryson - a patient at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital who had a softball-sized tumor removed that turned out to be neuroblastoma. Ana has had multiple rounds of chemotherapy, bone marrow transplants, and other treatments, and is well on the road to recovery. Your donation can make an impact. Consider donating today.https://www.spectrumhealth.org/foundation/helen-devos-childrens-hospital/radiothon
2023-12-0703 minSTAR Mornings with Shmitty2023 Radiothon - Everett OostveenMeet the parents of Everett Oostveen, a patient at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital who has received life-saving care from Helen DeVos Children's Hospital. Everett is now a first-grader who defies the odds every day. Your donation can help save lives. Donate here: https://www.spectrumhealth.org/foundation/helen-devos-childrens-hospital/radiothon
2023-12-0704 minSTAR Mornings with Shmitty2023 Radiothon - Lorenzo MorrisMeet Don and Bianca, the parents of 12-year old Lorenzo Morris,who patient at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital with cystic fibrosis. Don, Bianca, and Lorenzo all describe their experience with the incredible staff at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital and how your donation can change lives for the better. Make your donation here: https://www.spectrumhealth.org/foundation/helen-devos-childrens-hospital/radiothon
2023-12-0702 minSTAR Mornings with Shmitty2023 Radiothon - Beckett WilliamsMeet the parents of Beckett Williams - a patient at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital with a rare genetic disorder that has only been identified in 3 other patients in the world. He is now 11 months old and hitting all major milestones.You can donate to the 2023 Radiothon for Helen DeVos Children's Hospital here: https://www.spectrumhealth.org/foundation/helen-devos-childrens-hospital/radiothon
2023-12-0703 min
Living With Cystic FibrosisDr. John Schuen, life at the Grand Rapids CF clinicPlease consider subscribing, rating and commenting on our podcast (Spotify). But you can hear our podcasts anywhere.Dr. John Schuen is the division Chief of Pediatric Aerodigestive Specialties at Helen DeVos Children’s hospital in Grand Rapids. He is also the director of the CF care center. We’re talking to Dr. Schuen to discuss all that they have going on for CF patients in Grand Rapids. And why he decided to become a CF doctor.You are a specialist in so many areas, in addition to CF, in sleep medicine as well. Why did you dec...
2023-11-2731 min
Caregiver ShenanigansEpisode 10.2 with Stephanie K and Veterans BenefitsSend us a textStephanie Kostizen is here to talk about Veteran Benefits, how to get them and how to use them! Get your ducks in a row with all this amazing information! If you have any questions or need some direction you can email Stephanie at stephanie.kostizen@spectrumhealth.orgAs always if you have any comments, critics. or guest requests please email us at caregivershenanigans@gmail.comWE LOVE YOU!!!!
2022-11-2328 minCaregiver ShenanigansEpisode 10.1 with Stephanie K and Veterans BenefitsSend us a textStephanie Kostizen is here to talk about Veteran Benefits, how to get them and how to use them! Get your ducks in a row with all this amazing information! If you have any questions or need some direction you can email Stephanie at stephanie.kostizen@spectrumhealth.orgAs always if you have any comments, critics. or guest requests please email us at caregivershenanigans@gmail.comWE LOVE YOU!!!!
2022-11-1427 min
Joe In Black Ministries Podcast398. QC: GUEST WHO? welcomes Caryn Kersey | November 10, 2022Send us a textPlease use the following link if you would like to financially support Church of the Holy Family: https://pushpay.com/g/hfgrandblanc?sr...Please use the following link if you would like to financially support Bish and Bash mentioned by Caryn Kersey.https://www.spectrumhealth.org/foundation/bish-and-bash
2022-11-101h 12
West Michigan Weekend (A Public Affairs Program from iHeartradio)Dianna Stampfler,“Death and Lighthouses on the Great Lakes" and Dr. Kristi Artz, Director of Lifestyle Medicine at Spectrum Health(05/01/22)In segment 1 we talk with Dianna Stampfler, author of “Death and Lighthouses on the Great Lakes: A History of Murder and Misfortune," The History Press.https://promotemichigan.com/product/michigans-haunted-lighthousesIn our second segment, Phil Tower speaks with Dr. Kristi Artz, M.D., Medical Director of Lifestyle Medicine at Spectrum Health. https://www.spectrumhealth.org/services/lifestyle-medicine
2022-07-0728 min
My Doula's PodcastEpisode 54: Interview with MomsBloomMomsBloom offers in-home practical and emotional support for families with newborns in Kent and Ottawa counties.Join us as we chat with Carrie Kolehouse from MomsBloom. We discuss the postpartum period and how MomsBloom volunteers are helping families through the challenges of this time. We also discuss how to request a volunteer and how to become a volunteer yourself! Show Notes:MomsBloom.orgPine Rest Mother-Baby Program: https://www.pinerest.org/services/mother-baby-program-postpartum-depression-treatment/Spectrum Health Postpartum Support group: https://www.spectrumhealth.org/patient-care/womens-health/obstetrics/postpartum-depression-supportMaternal Welness...
2021-11-3038 min
Built Not Born#21 - Kristi Artz, MD - The Science of FastingToday’s guest is Kristi Artz, MD. Dr Kristi Artz is an emergency medicine physician based in Grand Rapids Michigan. She is a graduate from the University of Michigan with a BS in Biology, she attended medical school at Wayne State University. Dr Artz did her residency in Emergency Medicine at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania where she also served as Chief Resident. Dr Artz also lived in and treated patients in New Zealand where she did everything from deliver babies, treating injuries from NZ’s Iron Man competitions, and working on the medivac...
2021-09-2948 min
Everything RenewedThe Importance of Fathers in Early ChildhoodIn today's episode, Wesley sits down with Matt Haviland, co-author of the Daddy Gap. He is the Men's Center Director at Alpha Grand Rapids, an organization that serves men and women affected by unplanned pregnancy.
For additional information regarding Matt, see below.
https://www.alphagrandrapids.org/
https://www.allprodad.com/author/matt/
https://www.spectrumhealth.org/about-us/classes-and-events/dads-on-deck-grand-rapids-classes
Contact Information for Wes-
info@everythingrenewed.com
2021-06-1133 min
Healthy Hustling Podcast w/ Dr. Eric BroadworthPec Tear Major Tear & Surgery Interview w/ Dr. Kendall HamiltonDr. Eric Broadworth interviews Dr. Kendall Hamilton on the latest episode of the Healthy Hustling Podcast. They discuss the options for returning to sport and activity following a pectoralis major tear and whether surgery or conservative care is recommended. They also discuss the time line to return to sport and activity, as well as what that time line looks like for both surgical and non-surgical treatment options. Dr. Kendall Hamilton is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery at Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He earned his medical degree from Ind...
2021-05-2634 min
Pediatric Meltdown22 Pediatric Genetics and Behavioral Health: Implications for Testinghttps://302.buzz/PM-WhatAreYourThoughtsToday, we are going to talk about genetics and behavioral health with Dr. Caleb Bupp, Division Chief of Medical Genetics and Genomics Spectrum Health at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital. You might be wondering why we have invited a geneticist on a podcast about emotional and mental health in the pediatrics space. Well, our space intersects with genetics more frequently than you can imagine. Dr. Bupp will break these intersections down, explain genetics in a manner that you can also explain it to others, and highlight the importance of genetic testing with consent.
2021-02-0347 min
The RapidianRapidian Community Update (January 29th, 2021)UICA reopening July 15 in new downtown location. City commissioners approve ground-floor housing in business districts. Large-scale COVID-19 vaccine clinic opens at DeVos Place. SpartanNash pharmacies partner with state to administer COVID-19 vaccines. The Rapidian encourages local residents to share their own stories related to civic, economic, and public health developments in the Grand Rapids area on The Rapidian’s platform. To get started as a community reporter, visit TheRapidian.org/write.
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2021-01-3004 minHealthy Hustling Podcast w/ Dr. Eric BroadworthDr. Travis Menge Interview & Choosing The Right Graft For ACL Surgery - Episode 15ACL reconstruction surgeries are one of the most common surgeries performed in the USA, however finding the right surgeon and the right graft is extremely important! I interviewed Dr. Travis Menge, MD on the Healthy Hustling Podcast w/ Dr. Eric Broadworth and discussed ACL reconstruction surgeries, particularly the use of a quadriceps tendon autograft. The quadriceps tendon autograft is becoming an increasingly more popular choice among orthopedic surgeons for ACL reconstruction when compared to the use of the patellar tendon, hamstrings, and cadaver grafts that are also used for ACL reconstruction. Some of the benefits of...
2021-01-1131 min
HR Party of OneCOVID-19 Screening Apps: What Are They, and Do They Work?Payroll + HR + Benefits in an all-in-one solution. Request a BerniePortal demo today! https://offer.bernieportal.com/bernieportal-employer-demo-hrpo1/Teams in search of COVID-19 symptom screening apps may not know where to begin or what features they’re looking for. In this episode, host Ryan McCostlin reviews popular screener solutions and discusses how to communicate new screening-related policies to your team.Find us at https://www.bernieportal.com/hr-party-of-one/BerniePortal: The all-in-one HRIS that makes building a business & managing its people ea...
2020-09-0311 minThe RapidianRapidian Community Update (August 30th, 2020)Grand Rapids’ police oversight department gives update on draft strategic plan, improved policing report. Grand Rapids Public Schools completes first day back to school, online-only. Circle Theatre launches outdoor Circle Popup Concerts series. Kent County Health Department reports slight increase in county’s COVID-19 case growth, raises awareness about mosquito-borne diseases. Spectrum Health answers commonly asked questions about COVID-19. City of Grand Rapids extends free outdoor fitness classes through September. Grand Rapids Community Foundation highlights Challenge Scholars graduates entering college this fall. The Rapidian encourages local residents to share their own stories related to civic, economic, and public health deve...
2020-08-3105 minThe RapidianLocal Update for COVID19 (April 20th, 2020)The Kent County Health Department will begin sharing COVID-19 recovery data. The City of Grand Rapids shares an info-graphic of local mental health resources. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer creates the Michigan Coronavirus Task Force on Racial Disparities, and extends previous orders suspending evictions and enhancing restrictions on price gouging. Walmart announces requirements for all of its employees to wear face coverings at work. Local residents are encouraged at this time to share their own stories and perspectives related to the COVID-19 situation on The Rapidian's platform. https://therapidian.org/covid-19-grand-rapids-monday-april-20-updates
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2020-04-2103 min