Teledigm Pulse Podcast
A podcast featuring rural health clinicians, administrators and other rural health experts. We discuss rural health issues, innovative solutions, and the bright future of rural health.
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Episode 24 - Considerations for your Digital Health Strategies - Part 3, Nursing and Ancillary Services
In part 3 of a 6 part series, Andy and Shane present how a digital health strategy supports nursing staff and supports and supplements in-house ancillary services staff.
Episode 23 - Considerations for your Digital Health Strategies - Part 2, Local Providers
In part 2 of a 6 part series, Andy and Shane review the positive impact a digital health strategy can have on recruitment and retention of local providers.
Episode 22 - Considerations for your Digital Health Strategies - Part 1, Hospital Strategy Planning
In part 1 of a 6 part series, Andy and Shane discuss the importance of reviewing and acting on specific metrics as part of your hospital strategy.
Episode 21 - Telemedicine is Medicine, with Ivan Mitchell, CEO of Great Plains Health
Ivan Mitchell, CEO of Great Plains Health in North Platte, NE shares how Telemedicine has become an integrated part of the care provided at their facility.
Episode 20 - "We Got Grant Money, Now What Do We Do?"
Andy and Shane discuss leveraging grant funds to maximize their impact and tease an upcoming series on developing a digital strategy for your health system.
Episode 19 - TeleInfectious Disease with Dr. Allison Nazinitsky
Dr. Nazinitsky joins the Teledigm Pulse to talk about how Infectious Disease telemedicine programs are changing the way ID cases are managed. From small critical access hospitals to large tertiary health systems, TeleInfectious Disease programs are improving outcomes for patients and helping to prevent hospital acquired infections.
Episode 18 - Ten Years of Teledigm Health
Andy and Shane talk about the last 10 years of Teledigm Health, their adventures over the last 10 years and some funny moments.
Episode 17 - Engaging your community when starting a telemedicine program
Jill Hull, COO for Teledigm Health, joins the Teledigm Pulse to discuss changing the perception of your hospital when you add telemedicine services. Helping patients understand they can be cared for locally improves patient confidence in your hospital.
Episode 16 - Telenephrology with Dr. Bryce Lund
Dr. Bryce Lund of Nephrology Care, LLC, joins the Teledigm Pulse to discuss Telenephrology and how it can help rural and regional hospitals retain patients and improve patient outcomes.
Episode 15 - The Importance of Board Governance Strategy for Rural Hospitals - With Todd Linden
Todd Linden, experienced hospital CEO with Linden Consulting joins the Teledigm Pulse to talk about Hospital Boards and the importance of board governance strategies for rural hospitals.
Episode 14 - Meeting Community Needs - Mike Hansen and Dr. Mark Howerter
Mike Hansen, CEO, and Dr. Mark Howerter, CMO of Columbus Community Hospital in Columbus, Nebraska share the creative ways their hospital has served the needs of their community.
Episode 13 - Rural Health Issues with Congressman Mike Flood
Congressman Mike Flood from Nebraska's 1st congressional district joins the Teledigm Pulse to talk about rural health issues, including the epidemic of loneliness, and the role rural hospitals can play in strengthening communities.
Episode 12 - Infectious Disease Telemedicine with Dr. Allison Nazinitsky - Part 2 of 2
An excerpt from the February 2024 Educational Webinar with Dr. Allison Nazinitsky. Dr. Nazinitsky discussed ID Telemedicine and reviews cases she has managed.
Episode 11 - Infectious Disease Telemedicine with Dr. Allison Nazinitsky - Part 1 of 2
An excerpt from the February 2024 Educational Webinar with Dr. Allison Nazinitsky. Dr. Nazinitsky discussed ID Telemedicine and reviews cases she has managed.
Episode 10 - The Role of the Nurse in a Telemedicine Program
Rachel Kubalek, MSN, RN joins the Teledigm Pulse to discuss the crucial role nurses play in a successful telemedicine program.
Episode 9 - Acute Pulmonary - A Critical Care Physician's Perspective - Part 2 of 2
Dr. Ryan Martin joins the Teledigm Pulse to discuss Acute Pulmonary and Intensivist services, sharing his experience in regional and rural hospitals and how this service made a difference in the COVID-19 pandemic. Part 2 of 2.
Episode 8 - Acute Pulmonary - A Critical Care Physician's Perspective - Part 1 of 2
Dr. Ryan Martin joins the Teledigm Pulse to discuss Acute Pulmonary and Intensivist services, sharing his experience in regional and rural hospitals and how this service made a difference in the COVID-19 pandemic. Part 1 of 2.
Episode 7 - Telehospitalist and Acute Neurology - A Rural CEO and CMO Perspective
Chuck Nordyke, CEO, and Bryon Schaeffer, MD, CMO from Clarinda Health join the Teledigm Pulse to discuss their experiences with Telemedicine hospitalist programs and Acute Neurology/Telestroke programs.
Episode 6 | The Importance of Infectious Disease-Led Stewardship Programs
Dr. John Horne and Dr. Renuga Vivekanandan of MDstewardship join the Teledigm Pulse podcast to discuss antimicrobial stewardship and the importance of Infectious Disease Physician involvement in stewardship programs.
Episode 5 | Acute Neurology and Telestroke - Hospital Leadership Perspectives
Dave Burd, CEO of Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital, and Shanna Stofer, Vice President of Ancillary and Professional Services for Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital join Andy and Shane to discuss the implementation and operational successes of their Acute Neurology and Telestroke program launched in 2023.