Implicit bias, or non-conscious bias, affects decision-making through stereotype activation and is connected to behavioral outcomes. Using the understanding of impact versus intent as a frame for learning about implicit bias will be highlighted to help reduce the negative influences of bias in the work.  At the conclusion of this presentation, discussion of cultural humility will create an opportunity for forward movement in self-discovery.

Objectives: 

1.  Describe concepts of impact versus intent for greater understanding of shifting focus

2. Explain how implicit bias is formed and how it could affect decision-making

3. Discuss strategies for creating opportunities to move forward in understanding cultural humility in our daily lives

Chris Martin, MSW, LMSW, PhD

Dr. Chris Martin is an Associate Professor and MSW Program Director in the School of Social Work at St. Ambrose University and serves as the Interim Associate Dean for the College of Health and Human Services.  She teaches both diversity and advanced individual and family skills courses in the School.  Her scholarship lies in the area of implicit racial bias and this led her to create a curriculum for the Iowa Department of Human Services to educate both employees of the Department and community members across the state in a 6 hour implicit bias learning exchange.  Dr. Martin is committed to the teaching and learning of bias, characteristics of white supremacy, antiracism, and social justice.

Explore the profound connection between nature, play, and therapy and their impact on our development from infancy to adulthood. In this episode, we delve into how natural environments and therapeutic practices support and enhance our emotional, mental, and physical well-being at every stage of life.

Through insightful interviews with experts, personal stories, and research-backed discussions, we explore the powerful role that nature-informed education and therapeutic play have on our growth and resilience. Whether you're a parent, educator, therapist, or lifelong learner, this podcast offers valuable perspectives and practical tools to foster holistic development in ourselves and the communities around us.
From playful interactions in childhood to therapeutic practices in later years, join us as we celebrate the transformative power of nature, play, and healing, empowering humans of all ages to thrive and grow.

Objectives:
- Define nature-informed education, play, and therapy. 
- Describe evidence of the benefits of nature for health and well-being across the lifespan. 
- Identify ways to promote health and well-being utilizing outdoor spaces

Angela Rekers-Power, PhD

Angela is an Associate Professor at St. Ambrose University, teaching in the School of Education teacher preparation program. She holds a BA in English and teaching licensure in secondary Language Arts.  However, after teaching in a breeze-block high school in the late 1980s, she decided she needed to be outside more often than not! She completed her MSc in Environmental Education for Sustainability and spent the next 20 years working for a UK non-profit as a Forest School leader facilitating outdoor learning and play for learners of all ages and abilities. She also trained teaching staff to become Forest School and outdoor learning and play facilitators, and consulted in developing school grounds for learning. In 2020, Angela completed her PhD study of young children’s participation in the classroom and in the woodlands, using ecological and developmental psychology theories for analysis.  

Angela McCombs, OTD

Angie is the program director and senior lecturer at St. Ambrose University's Occupational Therapy program. Angie has been an occupational therapist for 17 years, primarily working with pediatrics across various settings.  Her interest is in promoting social participation for children and youth within the community setting.   Angie has completed trainings in outdoor learning environments from North Carolina State University and Outdoor Kids Occupational Therapy. Her bachelor's degree is in Health Sciences from Purdue University, and her clinical doctorate is from Washington University in St. Louis.

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Description:

Join us on "The Environment We Live In and Health: A Complex Relationship," where we delve into the intricate dynamics between our environment and human health. This episode explores how environmental factors shape our well-being, examining the complex interplay between health outcomes and the world around us. We'll unpack the latest research, highlight innovative solutions, and tackle pressing challenges at the intersection of environmental science and public health. Whether you’re a healthcare provider, an environmental advocate, or simply curious about the world we live in, this podcast will equip you with insights to foster a healthier future for both people and the planet. Tune in and discover how together we can create a sustainable, thriving environment for generations to come!

Objectives: 

1. Discuss the intricate dynamics between environmental factors and human health and wellness. 
2. Explain the impact of the environment on health and well-being and the complex interplay between health outcomes and the surrounding world. 
3. Identify and appraise the latest information, innovative solutions, and pressing challenges at the intersection of environmental science and public health. 

Guests: 

Gina Alexander, PhD, MPH, MSN, RN, Texas Christian University

Gina Hill: https://cse.tcu.edu/faculty-staff/view/gina-hill

Brendan Lavy: https://cse.tcu.edu/faculty-staff/view/lavy-brendan

Bios: 

Gina Alexander, PhD, MPH, MSN, RN

Dr. Gina Alexander, Professor in the Harris College of Nursing and Health Sciences at Texas Christian University, champions interprofessional collaboration through education, research, and practice. She teaches public health nursing and coordinates interprofessional education initiatives with colleagues on campus and throughout the community.

Dr. Alexander leads interprofessional, participatory action research focused on promoting equitable access to nature and food, improving social determinants of health in the local community and beyond. As the project lead of RxPLORE™: Prescribing Life Outdoors and Real Exploration, she develops community-academic-practice partnerships to advance nature-based health promotion and environmental stewardship.

With a public health nursing practice grounded in collective action and advocacy, Dr. Alexander co-leads the Fort Worth Climate Safe Neighborhood Coalition and serves on the Immunization Collaboration of Tarrant County. Within the Association of Community Health Nursing Educators, she serves as Policy Committee Chair.

Gina Jarman Hill, PhD, RD, LD

Dr. Gina Jarman Hill is a Professor in and the Chair of the Department of Nutritional Sciences at Texas Christian University (TCU). She joined the faculty of the Department of Nutritional Sciences in 2003. Dr. Hill earned her PhD in Nutrition from Texas Tech University in Lubbock, TX. Hill is a Registered and Licensed Dietitian and a member of the Hunger and Environmental Nutrition (HEN) dietetic practice group and the Dietitians in Integrative and Functional Medicine dietetic practice group. Her current research interests include hunger and food security, sustainability, urban agriculture, and community nutrition education and health. Hill is a Texas Master Gardener, is trained in Permaculture Design, and is an active community volunteer. In her spare time she enjoys gardening, spending time with her family, cooking, traveling and reading.

Brendan Lavy, PhD

Dr. Brendan Lavy is an Assistant Professor at Texas Christian University. As a Professor in the Environmental and Sustainability Sciences, his teaching and research interests include sustainability metrics, business sustainability, urban environmental management, disaster recovery and resilience, watershed resilience, and geographic information systems. Dr. Lavy’s research projects include how businesses’ sustainability practices align with principles of the circular economy and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, how municipal environmental ordinances and their outcomes support urban sustainability initiatives, and how the recovery of parks and protected places influences the recovery of communities impacted by disasters. 

References:

American Nurses Association. (2023, September 14). Nurses’ role in addressing global climate change, Climate Justice, and health. ANA. https://www.nursingworld.org/practice-policy/nursing-excellence/official-position-statements/id/climate-change/

Haq, C., Iroku-Malize, T., Edgoose, J., Prunuske, J., Perkins, A., Altman, W., & Elwood, S. (2023). Climate change as a threat to health: Family medicine call to action and response. The Annals of Family Medicine, 21(2), 195–197. https://doi.org/10.1370/afm.29...

Description: In this episode, we explore an innovative approach to addressing nursing workforce shortages through virtual nursing programs. Explore how an inpatient virtual nursing program has made a significant impact, improving nurse retention, enhancing patient safety, and reducing length of stay in rural and critical access hospitals. Discuss model expansion that includes a virtual obstetrics nursing program aimed at improving maternal and neonatal outcomes in underserved areas and the impact these programs had on rural health. Join us as we discuss the technology, operational impact, and real-world results of these initiatives, including key metrics and anecdotal success stories.

Objectives

1.Discuss how virtual nursing programs are helping to alleviate nursing workforce shortages and improve patient care in rural hospitals.
2. Explain the integration of virtual obstetrics nursing and its potential to enhance maternal and neonatal outcomes in underserved areas.
3.Identify operational changes, technology, and impact of a virtual nursing program.
4. Describe how AI-driven monitoring and virtual nursing can improve patient safety by reducing falls and enhances nurse retention.

Guest/Bios

Karna Pfeffer, MSN, RN, RHNC

Karna Pfeffer serves as the Director of Clinical Excellence, Education and Quality at Avera St. Mary’s hospital in Pierre, SD. She has over 15 years of hospital nursing experience, specializing in process improvement and quality with a focus in rural healthcare. She received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from South Dakota State University, and an MSN in Nursing Leadership from Western Governors University.

Kristine Becker, MA

Kristine Becker serves as the director of Virtual Health at Avera Health in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. With nearly 20 years of experience in healthcare, Kristine is an experienced professional specializing in process improvement, healthcare technology and telehealth solutions. With a solid background in rural healthcare, she brings expertise in virtual and digital health initiatives and managing complex technology implementations and systems. Kristine holds a bachelor's and a graduate degree in anthropology from the University of Minnesota.

References

The Center for Health Workforce Studies (CHWS). Health Care Employment Projections: 2010-2020, March 2012. Retrieved from www.healthit.gov/sites/default/fi…_report_2012.pdf 2022 March of Dimes Maternity Care Report. Retrieved from www.marchofdimes.org/sites/default/files/2022- 10/2022_Maternity_Care_Report.pdf

2023 South Dakota Department of Health Maternal Mortality in South Dakota. Retrieved from doh.sd.gov/media/2q4nzral/mate…ty-1-pager_2023.pdf

This episode provides an in-depth exploration of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and its impact on psychiatric disorders.  TMS has demonstrated effectiveness in numerous clinical trials and serves as a valuable adjunct to traditional therapy. Designed for clinicians and mental health professionals and those they serve, this podcast offers insights into:
Identifying appropriate patient populations for TMS therapy.  Understanding the TMS treatment process from start to finish.  Exploring the role of neuromodulation in reshaping brain function for long-term improvement.  Reviewing clinical outcome data supporting TMS in the treatment of major depressive disorder.  Gain a deeper understanding of how TMS and neuromodulation techniques are advancing the field of functional neuropsychiatry and providing new hope for patients. 

Objectives: 
Identify appropriate patient populations for Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) treatment of psychiatric disorders.
Describe the treatment process of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation. 
Describe possible adverse events associated with Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation.
Explain how neuromodulation techniques impact long-term changes in brain network functioning.
Discuss clinical outcome data for Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation treatment. 

Guests: 

Dr. Henry Emerle, MD
Dr. Rich Whitaker, PhD

Bios: 

Dr. Rich Whitaker began his career in the Quad Cities in 1994 as a doctoral intern at the historic Marriage and Family Counseling Service in Rock Island, Illinois as part of his Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy from Brigham Young University. Since that pivotal year, Dr. Whitaker has pursued a career in community mental health, providing services, supervision, and executive administration at community mental health centers in Grand Island, Nebraska (9 years as COO) and Jasper, Indiana (12 years as CFO). Since January 2017, Rich has served as the CEO of Vera French Community Mental Health Center in Davenport, Iowa.  In addition to serving as a Director of Region 7 on the Board of the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, Dr. Whitaker also serves as a Government Relations Committee member for the Iowa Association of Community Providers, as a Board member of Churches United in the Quad Cities, and as a member of the Eastern Iowa MHDS Regional Advisory Committee.

Rich and Miriam are the parents of 3 daughters and one son and the proud grandparents of a growing number of highly intelligent and multi-talented grandchildren. In his spare time, Rich enjoys family time, all types of sports and exercise, singing with the Quad City Singers, and service in the church and community.

Henry Emerle, MD completed his medical school training at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Urbana-Champaign, IL.  He completed Psychiatry Residency training as well as Geriatric Psychiatry Fellowship training at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, MI. He is the Medical Director at Vera French Community Mental Health Center.   He enjoys spending time with his family exploring the many charming towns in Iowa along the Mississippi River. 

References: 

Cash RFH, Cocchi L, Lv J, Fitzgerald PB, Zalesky A. Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging–Guided Personalization of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Treatment for Depression. JAMA Psychiatry. 2021;78(3):337–339. doi:10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2020.3794

Jannati, A., Oberman, L.M., Rotenberg, A. et al. Assessing the mechanisms of brain plasticity by transcranial magnetic stimulation. Neuropsychopharmacol. 48, 191–208 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41386-022-01453-8

Pitcher, D., Parkin, B., & Walsh, V. (2021). Transcranial magnetic stimulation and the understanding of behavior. Annual Review of Psychology, 72, 97-121. https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev-psych-081120-013144

Sequenced Treatment Alternatives to Relieve Depression (STAR*D) Study (n.d.) https://www.nimh.nih.gov/funding/clinical-research/practical/stard

As the baby boomer generation ages, America's current long-term service and support system (LTSS) faces mounting pressure. With the volume of seniors requiring care increasing, it's becoming clear that our existing infrastructure has opportunities to build person-centered systems to meet the needs and desires of this growing population. In this episode, we dive into how we can learn from our past to understand the critical need for expanding Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS), allowing more seniors to age in place while ensuring institutional services remain available for those who need them most. Join us as we explore what this shift means for families, healthcare providers, and policymakers and how it could reshape the future of aging in America.

Objectives: 

Discuss societal history impacting the evolution of caring for the aging population. 
Describe characteristics of populations impacting the care of the aging population.
Explain future considerations in the care of the aging population. 

Guests: 

Ashley l Ebert, MSN, ARNP, FNP-C

With over a decade of experience as a nurse practitioner, Ashley has spent 8 years mastering acute care across diverse settings and just over 2 years specializing in geriatric care.  In both roles, she has led initiatives to enhance quality care, advocated for better access to healthcare, and focused on the unique needs of rural communities.  Her passion lies in people leadership and fostering the growth and development of clinicians to ensure long-term success in the field of healthcare.

She is honored to have been selected as her company's Senior Living representative for a national Townhall, sitting alongside senior leaders, bringing collaboration and a focus on improved care transitions to the forefront.  Additionally, Ashley was selected as a co-chair for a company-wide NP group, which boasts a vibrant community of nearly 5000 members, where she helps create a space for connection, professional growth, and networking.

Casey Fowler, DNP, ARNP, FNP-C, GS-C, FAANP

Casey Fowler is a family nurse practitioner sub-specialized in geriatrics. He has been working with older adults in institutional and community-based settings for more than fifteen years. The last eight years, he has been leading other nursing professionals caring for this population, and he has been advancing his knowledge in leadership. Casey earned his Doctor of Nursing Practice from Gonzaga University in 2015, studying the use of nonpharmacologic interventions for behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia using the middle-range nursing theory of Person-Centred Care as described by McCormack and McCance. Casey has gone on to apply these principles to his leadership style, in what he calls person-centered leadership. Casey has been a speaker at many local, regional, and national events on a variety of topics, and this year, he was inducted into the Fellows of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners for his work building the first postgraduate fellowship for nurse practitioners to gain specialty training in geriatrics and complex adults as well as his work developing other leaders in his field. Casey’s current focus is on leveraging our nation’s resources to best care for our aging population in a way that meets the needs of both rural and urban populations.

References: 

Administration for Community Living. (2-24, February 27). Retrieved from Administration for Community Living: https://acl.gov/news-and-events/announcements/acls-dcw-strategies-center-launches-multi-pronged-effort-strengthen

Alzheimer's Association. (2011). Generation Alzheimer's: The Defining Disease of the Baby Boomers. Retrieved from Alzheimer's Association

Description: 

Join two leading experts in behavioral health as they dive into the pressing issue of the growing demand for mental health services versus limited access to equitable care in the United States. Discover how the Collaborative Care Model serves as a powerful framework to seamlessly integrate mental health services into primary care, with a focus on expanding access in rural communities. The conversation also explores innovative digital tools that can streamline care coordination and boost patient outcomes, paving the way for a more connected and efficient approach to mental health care.

Objectives: 

1. Explain the factors contributing to the growing demand for mental health services. 
2. Discuss how the Collaborative Care Model can enhance mental health outcomes in various settings while supporting the Quadruple Aim.
3. Discuss the role of digital tools in enhancing care coordination and improving patient outcomes within behavioral health services. 

Guests:  

Luke Raymond

Sarah Oliver, PhD, MSW

Bios: 

Luke Raymond

Luke Raymond is an accomplished leader in behavioral health strategy, operations, and innovation, with over 20 years of experience in the field.  A therapist by training, he has spent time in various clinical, strategic, and commercial leadership roles with a strong focus on improving access to care, reducing costs, and delivering effective outcomes. Luke co-authored an article in Psychiatric Times on implementing telepsychiatry in rural settings and has spoken at numerous national conferences, including the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS), the American Telemedicine Association (ATA), and American Health Insurance Plans (AHIP). Luke has both commercialized and led initiatives that resulted in a 50% reduction in emergency department visits, improved patient and clinician satisfaction and delivered effective digital and virtual care at scale. Luke is certified in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy and integrated primary care therapy.  His clinical interests include ADHD, anxiety, and trauma recovery.  Luke lives with his wife and daughter in central Illinois, where he enjoys endurance running, fishing, and bourbon outside of work.  

Sarah Oliver, PhD

Sarah has nearly 30 years of experience in the social work field as a case manager and psychotherapist. She specializes in working with individuals who have experienced trauma. She earned her PhD in Clinical Social Work with a specialization in military and veterans issues and previously earned her MSW degree in Social Work from the University of Iowa. 

Sarah is the Director of Counseling at St. Ambrose University in Davenport, IA, and has worked with the college-age population for the last eight years. In addition, Sarah has a private practice where she sees Veterans and first responders who have experienced combat and other forms of trauma. 

Sarah is no stranger to Veterans or Veterans issues, having spent 17 years as a Clinical Social Worker for the Iowa City VA Health Care System.  During this time Sarah had specialized experience providing care to Homeless and at-risk Veterans and providing psychotherapy to Veterans.  She has been in a variety of front-line social work and leadership roles coordinating with community members and other interested groups to provide the best care to Veterans.     

In addition, Sarah has taught as an Adjunct professor at the University of Iowa’s School of Social Work for 16 years.  

References 

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Suicide Statistics, 2024 https://afsp.org/suicide-statistics/

World Health Organization, COVID-19 pandemic triggers 25% increase in prevalence of anxiety and depression worldwide, 2022 

KFF, KFF/CNN Mental Health In America Survey, 2022 https://www.kff.org/mental-health/report/kff-cnn-mental-health-in-america-survey/

American Psychiatric Association Workforce Development, 2024 https://www.psychiatry.org/psychiatrists/advocacy/federal-affairs/workforce-development

Health Resources & Services Administration Workforce Projections, 2021 (Source) 

 National Library of Medicine, Understanding the expanding role of primary care physicians (PCPs) to primary psychiatric care physicians (PPCPs): enhancing the assessment and treatment of psychiatric conditions, 2010 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2925161/

National Library of Medicine, Rural-urban prescribing patterns by primary care and behavioral health providers in older adults with serious mental illness, 2022, 

CMS Medicare Learning Network Bulletin (Source) 9-AIMS Center, Evidence Base for Collaborative Care (CoCM), https://aims.uw.edu/evidence-base-for-cocm/

National Library of Medicine, From Triple to Quadruple Aim: Care of the Patient Requires Care of the Provider, 2014,

Join us for an insightful discussion with Marion Kyner, MSN, APRN, PMHCNS-BC, CDP, and Joanna Fix, PhD, as they share strategies from expert knowledge and lived experiences for healthcare providers, individuals living with dementia, and the greater community to better navigate the journey of living alongside and caring for those experiencing brain changes. 

Objectives: 

Identify strategies and resources to enhance compassionate and effective support for delivering person-centered care for individuals with dementia. 

Advocate for person-centered care for individuals living with dementia, highlighting its benefits and systemic changes that prioritize the well-being, dignity, and individuality in healthcare and community settings. 

Guests: 

Joanna Fix, PhD

Marion Kyner, MSN, APRN, PMHCNS-BC, CDP
https://www.facebook.com/MarionKynerLLC

Bios:

Dr. Joanna Fix is a former college professor and psychologist. She was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in October 2016 at the age of 48. Since then, she has volunteered over 10,000 hours for numerous organizations, most notably the Alzheimer's Association, Teepa Snow Positive Approach to Care, and National Council of Dementia Minds, to share her lived experience expertise in order to educate, advocate, and support family, caregivers, professionals working in the dementia community as well as those newly diagnosed. She lives in Colorado Springs with her husband and two dogs.

Marion Kyner is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and a Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist with over 40 years of experience in nursing.  She teaches dementia skills to nursing students in Virginia; at Longwood University and the University of Virginia.

She began working with seniors and persons living with dementia in 2007 when she went to work in a nursing home. She initially worked as a nurse manager in skilled rehab and then developed a psychiatric services program where she was the mental health provider and dementia specialist for over 10 years.  She also helped develop and manage a dementia care day program called the Meaningful Life Program for patients with advanced stages of dementia.  In addition to teaching, she is also in private practice as a dementia care consultant.

Marion lives in Cumberland, Virginia, where she is a community volunteer with the Alzheimer's Association and facilitates a caregiver support group.  Marion is passionate about changing the culture of dementia care and HOW nurses provide care for patients with dementia. 

References: 

Alzheimer’s Association:  https://www.alz.org/

Dementia Friendly America:  https://dfamerica.org/

Integrating Brain Health into Health IMprovement Planning: The Healthy Brain Initiative Road Map and MAPP 2.0:

https://www.alz.org/professionals/public-health/models-frameworks/hbi-road-map

Teepa Snow’s Approach™

https://teepasnow.com/#:~:text=Teepa's%20Snow%20Approach%E2%84%A2%20methods%2C%20a%20series%20of,Relationship.%20Experience%20Less%20Resistance.%20Experience%20Less%20Stress.

Presenters discuss a personal experience and drugs for dementia or dementia-related behaviors. This discussion should not be misconstrued as promotion. Listing of drug generic/trade names that were discussed: (Trade name/Generic name), (Aricept or Aricept ODT/Donepezil), (Ativan/Lorazepam), (Exelon/Rivastigmine), (Namenda/Memantine), (Razadyne/Galantamine), (Rexulti/Brexplprozole).

https://docs.google.com/document/d/17aPXoX7jWMQqbtEgCpQmhv_5lGJQc3m6dvkLQHL5IUU/edit?usp=sharing

Objectives: Listeners will understand the importance of a person-centered approach to disability, gaining insights from real-life stories, expert opinions, and innovative strategies that promote dignity, respect, and individualization in supporting people with disabilities.

Guests:

Alana Hougland, BSN ‘18, RN
Kevin Sullivan, Disability Rights Activist, Accessibility Consultant

Alana Hougland, BSN ‘18, RN:  "My name is Alana Hougland. I am a graduate of the St. Ambrose University BSN nursing program. I had a few years of hospital and clinic experience before my son Mason was born.
I am now my son's full-time home health nurse. He was born several months early and had a brain hemorrhage at birth, resulting in hydrocephalus, cerebral palsy, and other medical conditions. Mason is now 3.5 years old and requires full-time nursing care to provide feeding tube support, meds, and mobility assistance. He's had six brain surgeries, spine surgery, and others. I was fortunate to be hired for Mason's home health case, so I can be one of several nurses providing care for him.

I feel that I have a unique experience from having a healthcare background and now being on the receiving end of the medical system in a complex way. I believe that because of my experience, I am better able to advocate for my child, as well as make sure the system around him is functioning as it should be. As most of us know, we have a long way to go as a collective society for optimizing healthcare for people with disabilities. My goal is to continue to advocate for the best care, safety, and accessibility for those with disabilities and their support systems."

Kevin Sullivan:  "My name is Kevin Sullivan, but feel free to call me Kev. I’m just an average guy, or at least I try to be as much as possible. I'm the youngest of three children and also the only member of both my immediate and extended families to be born with a permanent physical disability.

I was born in a suburb outside Chicago with a condition known as Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita, or AMC for short. My condition causes abnormal fibrosis of my muscle tissue, which results in general weakness and limited range of motion in both my arms and legs. While my condition is both permanent and irreversible, AMC is neither a degenerative nor genetic condition. My life expectancy also will not be affected.

I was born in the early 1990s, less than a year after the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law. My right to participate in everyday life alongside my able-bodied peers was codified into law at just the right time. As a part of the first generation of Americans living with disabilities having these rights guaranteed from birth, I've experienced both the successes and the shortcomings of this legislation.

I currently work a full-time job for a technology company in the logistics industry and am able to live semi-independently with the assistance of family members and hired caregivers."

Assessing Family Caregiver Needs: Policy and Practice Considerations:  https://www.caregiving.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/AARP-caregiver-fact-sheet.pdf

Caregiving for Family and Friends - A Public Health Issue:  
https://www.cdc.gov/aging/caregiving/pdf/caregiver-brief-508.pdf

Services for Children with Disabilities:
https://childcare.gov/consumer-education/services-for-children-with-disabilities

This podcast is CEU Accredited.

I'm a sophomore at St. Ambrose University, and I serve as the founder and director of Bee Readers. I'm from the Chicago suburbs, and I credit a similar reading program I partook in during high school as the inspiration and foundation for Bee Readers. I am an exercise science major and an aspiring physical therapist. Additionally, I play baseball at SAU, am a Resident Assistant, tour guide, and a member of Campus Ministry. 

Norah Perkins

Hey there! I am Norah Perkins. I am a student at St. Ambrose University. I am currently a sophomore and am majoring in Biology in hopes of being accepted into Physician Assistant school after I wrap up my undergrad. Outside of my studies, I am a Morale Captain on Dance Marathon, assistant director of Bee Readers, and work as a Patient Care Tech at a hospital.

Haley Flenker is the Memory Care Director at Senior Star at Elmore Place.  She is a graduate of Iowa State University with a degree in Family & Consumer Sciences and a minor in Gerontology.  Haley began her career at Senior Star in 2017 as the Community Relations Coordinator, working with families to navigate through senior living options and finding the right senior living fit for their loved ones.  She transitioned into the Outreach role working with professionals in the community and providing senior living education to caregivers, seniors and community members.  In Haley’s current role she oversees Senior Star’s 40-apartment memory care.  She works closely with the residents, their families, and the Senior Star staff to ensure the highest level of care to individuals with dementia.  She is passionate about supporting and educating families and individuals with dementia through the dementia journey and aging in general.

Senior Star:  https://holidayseniorliving.com/senior-living-communities/senior-living-in-iowa/?utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=hsl_search_iowa,adgroup%3A1323813643600506,ad%3A,keyword%3Asenior%20apartments,matchtype%3Ap,device%3Ac,gclid%3A4e306182ed8615a2db5a04e56625a398&msclkid=4e306182ed8615a2db5a04e56625a398&utm_term=senior%20apartments&utm_content=Keywords

National Center for Transgender Equality transequality.org/

National LGBTQIA+ Health Education Center, A program of the Fenway Institute Healthcare for Transgender and Gender Diverse People
www.lgbtqiahealtheducation.org/courses/h…e-people/

“To Treat Me, You Have to Know Me!” 2017 10-minute YouTube Video created FOR healthcare providers.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=NUhvJgxgAac

Acknowledging Gender & Sex 2017 asynchronous online “class” done by the University of CA-SF Center of Excellence for Transgender Health
www.lgbtqiahealtheducation.org/courses/h…e-people/

Lavenderhealth.org LGBTQ Resource Center
lavenderhealth.org/

Safe Families for Children, Quad Cities Meet Our Chapter - Quad Cities https://quadcities.safe-families.org/

Jessia Trowbridge, Quad Cities Chapter Coordinator

Jessica is the Safe Families for Children QCA Chapter Coordinator. She has served with Safe Families since 2009 as a volunteer and staff member.  She has a degree in Psychology with an emphasis on Christian Counseling through Liberty University.  Her desire is to empower and encourage both women and families as they navigate through the difficult situations that life brings.  She is passionate about the Church stepping into the role of living on mission and serving others with the love of Jesus.

Website: www.tapestryfarms.org
Facebook: facebook.com/tapestryfarms
Instagram: tapestryfarms

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St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

While her career in education ended in the fall of 2017, Jill states she was fortunate to find her current position as a Volunteer Coordinator at Compassus where she is able to utilize her teaching skills, healthcare background, and her passion to help others.  

At Compassus, she oversees the volunteer programs in the four Iowa offices: Cedar Rapids, Cedar Falls, Washington, and Davenport.  Jill is eager to add additional volunteers and grow her team to meet the needs of her organization!

On a personal note, Jill is a grandmother of six, who enjoys gardening, travel, podcasts, and motorcycle trips with her husband Larry.

Email: Jill.Venden@Compassus.com
Work Cell: 928-899-8546

Julie Sanders has a combination of more than 17 years of acute and post-acute care experience as a Respiratory Therapist as well as 10 years in the financial industry. As a Hospice Consultant, she is honored to be part of a team that assists the individual, providers, families, and the surrounding community with education and support regarding hospice and palliative care.

National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization:
https://www.nhpco.org/

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Email: ipcc@sau.edu
Facebook: facebook.com/SAUIPCC/
Twitter: @sau_ipcc
Web: www.sau.edu/institute-for-person-centered-care

St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

Faith Henderson is the Tobacco Program Coordinator at the Rock Island County Health Department and Co-Chair of the Tobacco-Free QC Coalition. She received her Bachelor of Science in Public Health from Liberty University and is excited to be able to return to the Quad Cities to promote a healthy Quad Cities!

Krishna Marmé is the Community Tobacco Consultant at Scott County Health Department and Co-Chair of Tobacco Free QC Coalition. She completed her degrees in Public Health and Political Science with a minor in Sociology prior to completing her Master of Public Health in Health Policy from the University of Iowa. A native of De Witt, Iowa, she is also glad to return to the Quad Cities to promote a healthier lifestyle for our community members. If you would like to
connect with Krishna for more Tobacco Free information, you can reach the Scott Co. Health Department at (563) 326-8618

Resource Links:
● Tobacco-Free QC
My Life My Quit –for teens and young adults
Text "Start My Quit" to 36072 or click to chat with a Coach
● Quitline Iowa – Adults
1-800-QUIT-NOW (784-8669)
● YourLifeIowa.org for Children and Adults
Call: (855)-581-8111
Text: (855)-895-8398
Or Live Chat on website
● Illinois
○ Illinois Department of Public Health Tobacco Prevention and Control
○ Illinois Tobacco Quitline
○ Truth Initiative
○ American Lung Association
○ CDC Smoking and Tobacco Use

World NO Tobacco Day is May 31 st ! Learn more at World Health Organization’s
https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-no-tobacco-day

Will you join us in promoting Tobacco-Free QC?

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St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

Megan Hinton, MA, CCC-SLP
Megan Hinton completed her Bachelor’s degree at the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign and her Master’s degree at the University of Iowa. She has been a Speech-Language Pathologist for three years and currently works specifically in pediatric therapy with Genesis
Outpatient Pediatric Therapy. Megan returned to her home in the Quad Cities after spending two years in Des Moines. She and her husband enjoy time with their two dogs, and in their free time, they enjoy spending time with family, renovating their home, and experiencing finding good local restaurants.

Katie Powers, DPT, PCS, C/NDT
Katie Powers is a St. Ambrose University Doctor of Physical Therapy program graduate and currently serves in a faculty role in the department. She practices as a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy and has worked at the Genesis Outpatient Pediatric Therapy Center for 14 years. She serves in multiple roles as a volunteer for the American Physical Therapy Association Academy of Pediatrics and the President of a local non-profit organization, Mississippi Bend Trykes. She stays busy teaching dance lessons at a local dance studio and participating in many community activities with her husband and two children.

Jennifer Petersen, OTD, OTR/L, C/NDT, C/SI  
Jennifer Petersen completed her BA in Psychology and Master of Occupational Therapy at St. Ambrose University. She graduated with her Doctorate of Occupational Therapy from Thomas Jefferson University. She has specialty certifications in Autism, Neuro-Developmental Treatment in the Management and Treatment of Children with Cerebral Palsy and other Neuromotor disorders, and holds Advanced Sensory Integration Certification. Jennifer’s current research includes the development of an evaluation in Ayres Sensory Integration which assesses and analyzes outcome measures within pediatric practices. Jennifer is currently employed as an Assistant Professor within SAU’s DOT program.

Here are some additional resources you will find of use:

Cari Ebert
https://www.cariebertseminars.com/

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5vFSCXfIafaS9deosOjwME?si=10ea577dad7e4406

Autism Society of Iowa
https://autismia.com/

Autism Speaks
https://www.autismspeaks.org/

Autism Society of Iowa
https://autismia.com/

The Autism Program of Illinois
https://tap-illinois.org/

National Autism Association
https://nationalautismassociation.org/

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St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

You can learn more about today's guests from The Exercise Science Program and Master Of Public Health Program at SAU here:

https://www.sau.edu/erica-thomas

https://www.sau.edu/christopher-schwartz

Find out more about the SAU Exercise Science Program here:  

https://www.sau.edu/exercise-science

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St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

Annamore Mutisi, MD, MPH:

Annamore Mutisi is a medical doctor and public health specialist who was born and based in Zimbabwe. She has 11 years of working experience in both the public health and private sectors.  Her experience is vast, as she has a strong clinical background working in government hospitals managing patients with various conditions and a growing public health portfolio working on various HIV care and treatment projects.  Currently, she is working as a Technical Advisor on a PEPFAR-funded, CDC-supported HIV Prevention, Care, and Treatment Project being implemented by the Zimbabwe Association of Church-related Hospitals (ZACH), a Zimbabwean NGO that works with church-related hospitals and Clinics in Zimbabwe. 

Tsitsi Monera-Penduka, PhD, AAHIVP:

Tsitsi Monera-Penduka is a Clinical Pharmacologist from Zimbabwe who recently relocated to the United Kingdom.  She has worked mainly in academia, conducting research, and training healthcare professional students in HIV.  Dr Monera-Penduka established the Research Unit For Safety Of Herbs And Drugs (RUSHeD), which focuses on developing clinical evidence for the safe integration of herbal and conventional medicine in HIV care settings.  She has been involved in the implementation of several inter-professional education and
training initiatives that promote patient-centred care, including the Strengthening Inter-professional Education for HIV (STRIPE HIV), Collaborative Inter-professional Partnership CHIP) and the Global Educational exchange in Medicine (GEMx) initiatives.

Jessica Posner, MPH:

Jessica Posner is the Strategic Information Lead with John Snow Inc.'s Center for HIV and Infectious Disease, who has twenty years of experience in a range of global health technical areas.  She currently leads JS Inc.'s Person-Centered Care Portfolio.  Jessica has an MPH in international public health from Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine and is fluent in Spanish and French.

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St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

Claire graduated from St. Ambrose University in 2014 and 2016 and is currently pursuing her Masters of Nonprofit Administration at the University of Notre Dame.  She is a resident of Davenport, Iowa, and previously worked at Genesis Outpatient Rehabilitation in the LIFT program as a Speech-Language Pathologist.  Claire and her husband, Griffin, are passionate about giving back to the Quad Cities community.

Empower House links: empowerhouseqca.org, Facebook and Instagram @empowerhouseqca

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St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

You can learn more about today's guests, The MSLP Program and The RiteCare Clinic:

Elisa Huff, PhD, CCC-SLP
https://www.sau.edu/elisa-huff

Bridgette Vale, MSLP
https://www.sau.edu/bridgette-vale

MSLP:
https://www.sau.edu/master-of-speech-language-pathology

RiteCare Clinic Information:
https://www.sau.edu/master-of-speech-language-pathology/ritecare-clinic

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St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

Lynne Miller is currently the Training/Burnout Specialist at Vera French Community Mental Health Center.  Lynne has been employed at Vera French (VF) for 12 years and works with adults with chronic mental illness at the VF residential facilities and VF Habilitation Group Homes.  She also works with children who are experiencing some kind of grief, loss or trauma at VF Rick’s House of Hope.  Rick’s House of Hope’s mission is to ensure the needs of children who are experiencing grief, loss or trauma are not overlooked.  
Prior to working at Vera French, Lynne worked for Bettendorf Community Schools in the Elementary Special Education Department with children with mental health challenges.  She has also worked at Wittenmyer Youth Center, which is a residential treatment center for youth who were adjudicated by the courts as children in need of assistance or delinquency.  Lynne is a graduate of the University of Iowa as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist and a certified Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructor.  Lynne believes it takes a village to raise children to be resilient and healthy.  

Kamie Montoya is currently a Principal at Jefferson Elementary in the Davenport Community School District.  She was born and raised in Davenport and a product of the Davenport Community Schools. During her educational experience at Kirkwood Community College she decided she wanted to go into education to help change the lives of children and shape our future. Kamie is an alumni of The University of Iowa with degrees in Elementary Education and Special Education – Multi-Categorical Resource. She worked at an after school program for at risk youth with extreme behavior disorders and found her life's calling through helping those children.   She volunteered at Tanager Place in Cedar Rapids and confirmed her love for working with at risk youth. 

Right out of college, she went on to become a 6-8 Special Education Teacher at Smart Intermediate School.  After serving in that position for several years, she went on to teach 6th Grade Language Arts.  During this time she went back to school to obtain her Master's Degree in Teaching and Leadership from St. Ambrose University all while coaching volleyball and basketball each year.  She then went on to become a crisis interventionist, instructional coach, and then SAM (School Administrative Manager) at Smart Intermediate School. She then realized she wanted to do more and hoped to help larger number of kids in our community so she went back to get a second Master's Degree in Administration and Special Education Supervision from St. Xavier University. 

Mrs. Montoya is also The Vice President of Philanthropy for The Batting for Kids Non- Profit Organization as she has a wonderful group of friends that has decided to put their time and effort to the cause that is near and dear to her heart- helping the kids and families in our community - one family- one generation at a time! 

Angela Kight is currently a Peer Support Supervisor with Vera French’s Integrated Health Program. Angela was born and raised in the QCA and is glad to support accessibility of quality care and services.  Her Bachelor of Science in Health Services and current role allows her to implement and support the philosophy of applying services in treating the whole person.

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St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

Host Ann Garton welcomes Lindsay Hohertz, a Licensed Master's Social Worker, who is with the St. Ambrose University Counseling Center.  Lindsay's primary focus with St. Ambrose is mental health outreach and prevention, but also sees students individually for brief therapy.  Lindsay is also a part-time therapist in private practice with an agency in Davenport and works with individuals age 5-adult.  Lindsay's previous work experience includes social work in K-12 school districts, crisis counseling, work with foster and adoptive families, and hospice settings.

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St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

We also welcome Duk Kim, PhD, a Professor in St. Ambrose University’s Political Science Department. He teaches political science and international studies focusing on methodological approaches to examine post-conflict management roles of the United Nations and humanitarian NGOs for war-torn societies. Dr. Kim is coordinator for SAU’s Peace Corps Prep program which offers an academic partnered certificate to build the skills one needs to positively impact through volunteering. Dr. Kim serves as President of the World Affairs Council of the Quad Cities.

For More Information:

St Ambrose University Peace Corps Prep Program:

https://www.sau.edu/academics/international-education/peace-corps-prep

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St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

For More Information Visit:

The Project: https://www.tpqc.org/

The Village Project: https://www.thevillageprojectqc.org/

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St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

HOST: Ann Garton, DNP, RN, FPCC, CNE, Director of the Institute for Person-Centered Care at St. Ambrose University
ABOUT: www.sau.edu/ann-garton

GUEST: Stephanie Phares, MOT
ABOUT: www.sau.edu/stephanie-phares

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St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

HOST: Ann Garton, DNP, RN, FPCC, CNE, Director of the Institute for Person-Centered Care at St. Ambrose University
ABOUT: www.sau.edu/ann-garton

GUEST: Laura Kopp, President and CEO of CASI - The Center for Active Seniors, INC. 

Learn more about CASI.

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St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

HOST: Ann Garton, DNP, RN, FPCC, CNE, Director of the Institute for Person-Centered Care at St. Ambrose University
ABOUT: www.sau.edu/ann-garton

GUEST: Dr. Lorraine Dickey, MD, MBA, FAAP, Founder and CEO of The Narrative Initiative, LLC
ABOUT: www.thenarrativeinitiative.com/bio-lorraine-dickey

GUEST: Vivian Foulke, RN, BSN, IBCLC, Executive Director of The Narrative Initiative, LLC
ABOUT: www.thenarrativeinitiative.com/bio-vivian-foulke

Learn more about the Narrative Initiative.

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St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

HOST: Ann Garton, DNP, RN, FPCC, CNE, Director of the Institute for Person-Centered Care at St. Ambrose University
ABOUT: www.sau.edu/ann-garton

GUEST: Eric Sorensen, Meteorologist
ABOUT: Eric Sorensen is a Meteorologist and Climate Communicator whose work on local television has spanned 20 years. Originally from Rockford, Illinois he just completed a seven-year stint as the Senior Meteorologist at WQAD-TV in the Quad Cities.

Eric is a fellow of the Society of Environmental Journalists and is three-ti

GUEST: Angi Tracy, BA, Director of the Carol Center, Vera French Community Mental Health
ABOUT: Angi is an alumna of St. Ambrose University with a degree focus on Criminal Justice and a minor in Psychology. Angi has provided care to those in our community with mental health needs for 30 years; 25 at Vera French. She began her journey as direct support staff at the previous Frontier program. Then, she moved into leadership roles such as case manager, case management supervisor, and the Carol Center Program manager. Most recently, this past year, she became the Carol Center Director.

GUEST: Brandy, Member of the Carol Center, Vera French Community Mental Health
ABOUT:  As a member of the Carol Center, Brandy has reached many milestones towards wellness and is very active at the center. She has been able to successfully gain added responsibilities since joining the Carol Center which she enjoys stating, "they give me purpose." These important supporting roles include administrative duties, cleaning, being a greeter at the Carol Center, and supporting her peers.  She also proudly represents her peers at the table of the Advisory Board for the Carol Center.
 
About the Carol Center: Vera French Carol Center Outreach Program assists in reducing incarcerations, hospitalizations, homelessness and illicit drug and alcohol use by offering a safe and supportive place for the most vulnerable, chronically mentally ill people to seek supportive services. The Carol Center and its staff teach and assist clients with:
-Coping skills
-Health needs
-Development of leisure and avocational interests
-Socialization
-Medication management
-Community integration
-Money management
-Nutritional meals
The Carol Center is located at: 808 N. Harrison StreetDavenport, Iowa 52803
Phone: (563) 322-5276

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St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

Host: Ann Garton, MSN, RN, CNE, Director of the Institute for Person-Centered Care at St. Ambrose University
About: www.sau.edu/ann-garton

Guest: Kit Evans-Ford, DMin, Founder of Argrow's House
About: https://argrowshouse.org/pages/founder

Learn more about Argrow's House: https://argrowshouse.org/pages/our-story

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St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

Host: Ann Garton, MSN, RN, CNE, Director of the Institute for Person-Centered Care at St. Ambrose University
About: www.sau.edu/ann-garton

Guest: Sarah Stevens, Community Impact Officer at The Project of the Quad Cities
About: Sarah spent a decade in leadership within corporate healthcare and left in 2016 to pursue work that aligned with her passion and purpose. She comes to The Project after five years as a frontline leader in various capacities in the nonprofit sector. This is Sarah's second time on the IPCC Podcast. She was the guest host for episode three, "All Bodies are Good Bodies."

Guest: Lauren Gil Hayes, LMSW, Director of Supportive Services at The Project of the Quad Cities
About: Lauren stewards resources, medical access, and holistic case management to people living with HIV in the Quad Cities area. Lauren has worked at the intersection of social services, care work, and radical imagination for just over a decade, and holds an MSW from the University of Chicago’s School of Social Service Administration. Lauren also believes in the healing power of pastries and bakes whenever possible.

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St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

Host: Ann Garton, MSN, RN, CNE, Director of the Institute for Person-Centered Care at St. Ambrose University
About: www.sau.edu/ann-garton

Guest: Kyle West, Director of Quad Cities Sober Living
About: https://quadcitiessoberliving.com/

Guest: Laura Hill, LISW, Adult Therapist, Vera French CMHC
About: Laura primarily works with people with co-occurring and coexisting substance use disorders. She also works with people working through trauma or mental health issues.

Guest: Rusty Boruff, Found and Director of One Eighty
About: One Eighty is a faith-based nonprofit organization that has been in existence for eleven years.  The vision for One Eighty was inspired by Rusty’s personal life experiences.  These experiences included being a drug addict, homeless, incarcerated, and eventually unemployable.  Through it all, Rusty witnessed the love and support of great friends and family.  He realized not everyone had that though and went on to start One Eighty. The organization includes various enterprises and outreaches that impact thousands of people each month. He has written three books including an Amazon bestseller and is the host of a podcast called "Sixth & Marquette".

Rusty is from Aledo, IL and now resides in the Quad Cities with his wife, Brook, and three children, Tannen, Ezekiel & Everlee.

Official Health Sources:
CDC - www.cdc.gov/
WHO - www.who.int/
Rock Island Co. Health Dept. - richd.org/
Scott Co. Health Dept. - www.scottcountyiowa.com/health
Illinois Dept. of Public Health - www.dph.illinois.gov/
Iowa Dept. of Public Health - idph.iowa.gov/
Quad Cities COVID-19 Coalition - togetherqc.com

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**𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐏𝐎𝐃𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐖𝐀𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐄 **

St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

This is an episode packed with information you don’t want to miss!

Host: Ann Garton, MSN, RN, CNE, Director of the Institute for Person-Centered Care at St. Ambrose University
About: www.sau.edu/ann-garton

Guest: Anthony Pudlo, PharmD, MBA, BCACP, Vice President of Professional Affairs for the Iowa Pharmacy Association
About: Anthony acts as a liaison between pharmacists, student pharmacists, and pharmacy technicians to the various state agencies in the state of Iowa to promote safe and effective medication use to improve the health of patients. He is a  2007 graduate of Drake University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences. He completed his residency at Kerr Drug through the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Community Pharmacy Practice Residency.

Resources:
www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/04/30/opinion/coronavirus-covid-vaccine.html

Local Places to Look for Vaccine Appointments:
Hyvee
Main and Locust
Walgreens
Jewel-Osco
Scott County Health Department
Rock Island County Health Department
Genesis Health System
UnityPoint Health System
Alternatives for Older Adults
Community Health Care
Trinity Muscatine Health Department
Henry County Health Department
Stark County Health Department
More Information about local vaccinations and eligibility can be found here: togetherqc.com/vaccination/
Illinois Residents: https://coronavirus.illinois.gov/s/vaccination-location
Iowa Residents: https://idph.iowa.gov/Emerging-Health-Issues/Novel-Coronavirus/Vaccine/Information-for-the-Public

Official Health Sources:
CDC - www.cdc.gov/
WHO - www.who.int/
Rock Island Co. Health Dept. - richd.org/
Scott Co. Health Dept. - www.scottcountyiowa.com/health
Illinois Dept. of Public Health - www.dph.illinois.gov/
Iowa Dept. of Public Health - idph.iowa.gov/
Quad Cities COVID-19 Coalition - togetherqc.com

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**𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐏𝐎𝐃𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐖𝐀𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐄 **

St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

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Podcast Details: 
𝙃𝙤𝙨𝙩: Ann Garton, MSN, RN, CNE, Director of the Institute for Person-Centered Care at St. Ambrose University
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: www.sau.edu/ann-garton

𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭: Stephanie Burrough, Project Coordinator, Amy’s Gift: Quad Cities Eating Disorder Consortium
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭:Stephanie is the project coordinator for Amy’s Gift and also works as a mental health services coordinator for the Robert Young Center - UnityPoint Health. In her positions, she strives to connect those facing mental health challenges with the services they need. She is passionate about the role mental health advocacy plays in our community and believes that the powerful relationship between body, mind and spirit holds our ability to heal.

𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭: Betsy Zmuda-Swanson, MSW
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: Betsy lives and works in the Illinois Quad Cities. As a social worker, she brings her enthusiasm for health and healing to the field of Eating Disorders. 

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Email: ipcc@sau.edu
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𝙊𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝 𝙎𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙘𝙚𝙨:
CDC - www.cdc.gov/
WHO - www.who.int/
Rock Island Co. Health Dept. - richd.org/
Scott Co. Health Dept. - www.scottcountyiowa.com/health
Illinois Dept. of Public Health - www.dph.illinois.gov/
Iowa Dept. of Public Health - idph.iowa.gov/
Quad Cities COVID-19 Coalition - togetherqc.com

**𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐏𝐎𝐃𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐖𝐀𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐄 **

St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

Host: Ann Garton, MSN, RN, CNE, Director of the Institute for Person-Centered Care at St. Ambrose University.
About: www.sau.edu/ann-garton

Guest: Lashon Moore, WHNP-BC, ARNP, BSN, RN, Walden University Master of Science in Nursing student specializing in Public Health Nursing
About: Lashon is currently completing her practicum at the St. Ambrose University Institute for Person-Centered Care. For the past 16 years, Lashon has worked for the Scott County Health Department as the Clinical Services Specialist. She is a mid-level supervisor and manages the Sexually Transmitted Disease Program.   

Guest: Ryan Saddler, MEd, Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at St. Ambrose University
About: https://www.sau.edu/sau-appoints-first-avp-for-diversity

Connect with us!
Email: ipcc@sau.edu
Facebook: facebook.com/SAUIPCC/
Twitter: @sau_ipcc

Offical Health Sources:
CDC - www.cdc.gov/
WHO - www.who.int/
Rock Island Co. Health Dept. - richd.org/
Scott Co. Health Dept. - www.scottcountyiowa.com/health
Illinois Dept. of Public Health - www.dph.illinois.gov/
Iowa Dept. of Public Health - idph.iowa.gov/
Quad Cities COVID-19 Coalition - togetherqc.com

**𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐏𝐎𝐃𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐖𝐀𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐄 **

St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

Host: Ann Garton, MSN, RN, CNE, Director of the Institute for Person-Centered Care at St. Ambrose University.
About: www.sau.edu/ann-garton

Guest: Jennifer J. Smentek, LISW, Caregiver Support Program Manager at Iowa City VA Health Care System
About: For the past 12-years, Jennifer has worked with seriously ill and injured combat Veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan, in the VA’s homeless programs, and she is the current Program Manager for the Iowa City VA’s Caregiver Support Program. Jennifer, a medical and mental health social worker, has more than 20-years of experience.

Guest: Deb Moeller LCSW, LMSW, Contract Nursing Home Coordinator at Iowa City VA Health Care System
About: Deb has more than 30 years of experience as a community-based medical social worker, 18-years of experience in in-home care, and has served as the Iowa City VA's Contract Nursing Home Coordinator for the past three years. She has worked at the Iowa City VA for seven years.

Resources:
To learn more about the VA caregiver support program or to apply online go to www.caregiver.va.gov/

You can also download VA Form 1010CG from this site if you don’t want to apply online and mail it to:
The Iowa City VA Medical Center
601 Highway 6 West
Attention Caregiver Support Program/136 B
Iowa City, IA 52246

The Caregiver Support Line available to all caregivers is available at 1-855-260-3274.

Monday-Friday, 8-10 Eastern and Saturday, 8 to 5 Eastern

To enroll in the VA go to: www.va.gov/ and go under Health Care and click Apply Now for VA Health Care or call 1-877-222-8387.

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Email: ipcc@sau.edu
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Twitter: @sau_ipcc

Offical Health Sources:
CDC - www.cdc.gov/
WHO - www.who.int/
Rock Island Co. Health Dept. - richd.org/
Scott Co. Health Dept. - www.scottcountyiowa.com/health
Illinois Dept. of Public Health - www.dph.illinois.gov/
Iowa Dept. of Public Health - idph.iowa.gov/
Quad Cities COVID-19 Coalition - togetherqc.com

**𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐏𝐎𝐃𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐖𝐀𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐄 **

St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

𝙃𝙤𝙨𝙩: Ann Garton, MSN, RN, CNE, Director of the Institute for Person-Centered Care at St. Ambrose University.
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: www.sau.edu/ann-garton

𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐬:
Elizabeth "Bizzie" Braun - Doctoral in Occupational Therapy student
Betsy Uttech - Masters Social Work student
Natalie Koprowitz - Bachelors in Nursing student
Natalie Calvert - Bachelors in Nursing Student

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𝙊𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝 𝙎𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙘𝙚𝙨:
CDC - www.cdc.gov/
WHO - www.who.int/
Rock Island Co. Health Dept. - richd.org/
Scott Co. Health Dept. - www.scottcountyiowa.com/health
Illinois Dept. of Public Health - www.dph.illinois.gov/
Iowa Dept. of Public Health - idph.iowa.gov/
Quad Cities COVID-19 Coalition - togetherqc.com

**𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐏𝐎𝐃𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐖𝐀𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐄 **

St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

𝙃𝙤𝙨𝙩: Ann Garton, MSN, RN, CNE, Director of the Institute for Person-Centered Care at St. Ambrose University.
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: www.sau.edu/ann-garton

𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭: Anne McNelis, LCSW, Transitions Mental Health Services
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: Anne is the Clinical Director for Transitions Mental Health Services in Moline and Rock Island, IL. As an IL Licensed Clinical Social Worker, she has specialized in the field of mental health, with adults, children and families for the past 26 years.  In her capacity as clinical director, she provides clinical and administrative oversight to a team of over 30 mental health professionals while developing programming to serve the mental health needs of Quad City residents.

𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭: Paula Vandervelde, former Trauma-Informed Care Coordinator for the Child Abuse Council of the Quad Cities
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: Paula Vandervelde served most recently as the Trauma-Informed Care Coordinator for the Child Abuse Council. She worked to reduce and prevent Adverse Childhood Experiences and to eliminate child abuse. In this role, she coordinated the Quad Cities Area Trauma-Informed Consortium, which leads work to create a community full of Trauma-Informed policies, programs, and practices with the hope that this can help Quad Citians form meaningful relationships with their community rather than adversarial ones. 

𝙍𝙚𝙨𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙘𝙚𝙨: More information regarding the QC Trauma-Informed Consortium and the educational resources can be found at: https://www.childabuseqc.org/qctic

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𝙊𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝 𝙎𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙘𝙚𝙨:
CDC - www.cdc.gov/
WHO - www.who.int/
Rock Island Co. Health Dept. - richd.org/
Scott Co. Health Dept. - www.scottcountyiowa.com/health
Illinois Dept. of Public Health - www.dph.illinois.gov/
Iowa Dept. of Public Health - idph.iowa.gov/
Quad Cities COVID-19 Coalition - togetherqc.com

**𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐏𝐎𝐃𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐖𝐀𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐄 **

St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

𝙃𝙤𝙨𝙩: Ann Garton, MSN, RN, CNE, Director of the Institute for Person-Centered Care at St. Ambrose University.
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: www.sau.edu/ann-garton

𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭: Tyler Spencer, PhD,  Assistant Professor of Kinesiology at St. Ambrose University
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: www.sau.edu/tyler-spencer

𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭: Mallory Valentine, Assistant Director, Recreational Services at the University of Iowa
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: In her role, Mallory oversees the department’s diversity, equity and inclusion committee which focus on making sure members can participate in recreational activity at all levels on campus.
https://recserv.uiowa.edu/about/staff/mallory-valentine

𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭: Tanya Braet, MOT, OTR/L, Co-Founder of Y Quad Cities Adaptive Rowing Program
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: In 2011, Tanya, along with fellow rowers, founded The Y Quad Cities Adaptive Rowing Program. Tanya received her Bachelor of Psychology in 2005 and her Masters of Occupational Therapy in 2006 from St. Ambrose University.  She currently works for Doctors of Physical Therapy as an onsite Occupational Therapist (OT) in an Industrial Setting where her primary focus is injury prevention. Prior to being an onsite therapist for Industry. Tanya worked in  Acute Care and Skilled Nursing settings for a combination of 14 years of experience as an OT. She was also previously an adjunct professor at St. Ambrose, teaching a special topics class about Adaptive Rowing. 

𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙪𝙨!
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𝙊𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝 𝙎𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙘𝙚𝙨:
CDC - www.cdc.gov/
WHO - www.who.int/
Rock Island Co. Health Dept. - richd.org/
Scott Co. Health Dept. - www.scottcountyiowa.com/health
Illinois Dept. of Public Health - www.dph.illinois.gov/
Iowa Dept. of Public Health - idph.iowa.gov/
Quad Cities COVID-19 Coalition - togetherqc.com

**𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐏𝐎𝐃𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐖𝐀𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐄 **

St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭: Peggy Neufeld, Phd, OTR/L, FAOTA
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: Dr. Peggy Neufeld is a Community Consultant and Advocate for nonprofit organizations to enhance life participation through a population-based approach of community program planning, implementation, and evaluation.  Peggy is also a former faculty member of the Program in Occupational Therapy at Washington University of St. Louis, and a former Chairperson of the OT Program at SUNY, Downstate Health Sciences University in Brooklyn, NY.

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𝙊𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝 𝙎𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙘𝙚𝙨:
CDC - www.cdc.gov/
WHO - www.who.int/
Rock Island Co. Health Dept. - richd.org/
Scott Co. Health Dept. - www.scottcountyiowa.com/health
Illinois Dept. of Public Health - www.dph.illinois.gov/
Iowa Dept. of Public Health - idph.iowa.gov/
Quad Cities COVID-19 Coalition - togetherqc.com

**𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐏𝐎𝐃𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐖𝐀𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐄 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄𝐓𝐘 𝐎𝐅 𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐏𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐒.**

St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

This month's podcast host in Ann Garton, Director of the Institute for Person-Centered Care at St. Ambrose University.
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: www.sau.edu/ann-garton

𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭: Shane Kern, Veterans Affairs Outreach Program Specialist
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: Shane is a Quad Cities native and UTHS alum. After graduation, he joined the United States Navy, completing a Mediterranean cruise in 2001 and a WestPac cruise in 2003. In 2017, Shane joined the Department of Veteran Affairs and is currently an Outreach Program Specialist. In his spare time, you will find Shane staying busy with his wife and three children who are very active in their school marching bands and Show Choir. They also love the outdoors - whether it be fishing, bike riding, going for a walk, or spending time in the hosta garden, with over 40 different varieties!

𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭: Caitilin Harbecke, LISW, Veterans Affairs Suicide Prevention Outreach & Education Specialist
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: Caiti is a Licensed Independent Social Worker who has worked with a variety of different populations, including children, individuals with disabilities, and older adults. She graduated from Augustana College with a bachelor's degree in psychology. She completed her education with a Masters of Social Work from the University of Iowa. Caiti has served as a member of the Iowa City VA Health Care System’s comprehensive Suicide Prevention Program for over five years. She began as a crisis intervention therapist assisting and supporting veterans who were identified as being at acute risk for suicide. She now focuses on outreach and education to provide support and educate community partners across Eastern Iowa & Western Illinois on suicide prevention and the VA’s efforts to provide a more public health approach to reducing veteran suicide.

𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭: Natalie Woodhurst, Coordinator of Veterans & Recruitment Services at St. Ambrose University
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: www.sau.edu/natalie-woodhurst

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𝙊𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝 𝙎𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙘𝙚𝙨:
CDC - www.cdc.gov/
WHO - www.who.int/
Rock Island Co. Health Dept. - richd.org/
Scott Co. Health Dept. - www.scottcountyiowa.com/health
Illinois Dept. of Public Health - www.dph.illinois.gov/
Iowa Dept. of Public Health - idph.iowa.gov/
Quad Cities COVID-19 Coalition - togetherqc.com

**𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐏𝐎𝐃𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐖𝐀𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐄 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄𝐓𝐘 𝐎𝐅 𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐏𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐒 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐓𝐎 𝐅𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐎𝐖 𝐂𝐔𝐑𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇 𝐆𝐔𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒.**

St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA

This month's podcast host in Ann Garton, Director of the Institute for Person-Centered Care at St. Ambrose University
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: https://www.sau.edu/ann-garton

𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭: Mike Miller, President & CEO, River Bend Foodbank

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: https://riverbendfoodbank.org/mission-history/

𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭: Christina McDonough, Community Transformation Consultant, Scott Co. Public Health Department

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: https://qctimes.com/whos-in-the-news-christina-mcdonough/article_0e84d7d0-0323-5745-9fc0-dfabb8cc5dab.html

𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭: Ann McGlynn, Executive Director, Tapestry Farms
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: https://www.tapestryfarms.org/blog/tapestry-farms-names-first-executive-director

Tips to reduce food waste: https://iwrc.uni.edu/eight-tips-to-reduce-your-food-waste
Food rescue donation info: https://foodrescueqc.files.wordpress.com/2019/04/1-2018-frp-good-sam-and-rec-handout.pdf
More info about Food Rescue Partnership QC: https://foodrescueqc.org/

𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙪𝙨!
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Twitter: @sau_ipcc

𝙊𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝 𝙎𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙘𝙚𝙨:
CDC - www.cdc.gov/
WHO - www.who.int/
Rock Island Co. Health Dept. - richd.org/
Scott Co. Health Dept. - www.scottcountyiowa.com/health
Illinois Dept. of Public Health - www.dph.illinois.gov/
Iowa Dept. of Public Health - idph.iowa.gov/
Quad Cities COVID-19 Coalition - togetherqc.com

**𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐏𝐎𝐃𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐖𝐀𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐄 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄𝐓𝐘 𝐎𝐅 𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐏𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐒 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐓𝐎 𝐅𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐎𝐖 𝐂𝐔𝐑𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇 𝐆𝐔𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒.**

St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

This month's podcast host in Ann Garton, Director of the Institute for Person-Centered Care at St. Ambrose University
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: https://www.sau.edu/ann-garton

𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭: George, 50-year-old man living in Davenport, Iowa who has complex health issues
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: At 36-years-old, George suffered a heart attack. Ten to 15 years after that he was diagnosed with diabetes. Most recently he was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. 

𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭: Sarojini Ratnakar, M.D., UnityPoint Health - St. Luke's Hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: https://www.unitypoint.org/cedarrapids/provider.aspx?id=9220&clinicid=9

𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭: Mary Jo Bloominger, PA, Academic Coordinator for the St. Ambrose Master of Physician Assistant Studies Program
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭: https://www.sau.edu/mary-jo-bloominger

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CDC - www.cdc.gov/
WHO - www.who.int/
Rock Island Co. Health Dept. - richd.org/
Scott Co. Health Dept. - www.scottcountyiowa.com/health
Illinois Dept. of Public Health - www.dph.illinois.gov/
Iowa Dept. of Public Health - idph.iowa.gov/
Quad Cities COVID-19 Coalition - togetherqc.com

**𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐏𝐎𝐃𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐖𝐀𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐄 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄𝐓𝐘 𝐎𝐅 𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐏𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐒 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐓𝐎 𝐅𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐎𝐖 𝐂𝐔𝐑𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇 𝐆𝐔𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒.**

St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

Sarah and her guests discuss how BMI hinders both patients and providers, why science is shifting away from individual-based approaches to fight excess body weight to a community-based approach, and the challenges providers face to become more person-centered when discussing weight and nutrition with their patients.

Host: Sarah Stevens, The Beautifull Project Founder
About - www.thebeautifullproject.com/about

Guest: Colleen Doak, PhD, Assistant Professor, Master of Public Health program at St. Ambrose University
About - www.sau.edu/colleen-doak

Guest: Cheryle True, M.D., True Lifestyle Medicine Clinic, LLC
About: Dr. True is a family and lifestyle physician based in the Quad Cities

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St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

Guest: Colleen Doak, St. Ambrose University Associate Professor, PhD, Public Health, Nutrition, and Epidemiology, MS, Anthropology
About: www.sau.edu/colleen-doak

Guest: Melissa Sharer, St. Ambrose University Master of Public Health Program Director, Assistant Professor, PhD, MSW, MPH
About: www.sau.edu/melissa-sharer

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Official Health Sources:
CDC - www.cdc.gov/
WHO - www.who.int/
Rock Island Co. Health Dept. - richd.org/
Scott Co. Health Dept. - www.scottcountyiowa.com/health
Illinois Dept. of Public Health - www.dph.illinois.gov/
Iowa Dept. of Public Health - idph.iowa.gov/
Quad Cities COVID-19 Coalition - togetherqc.com

**THIS PODCAST WAS RECORDED THROUGH THE PHONE FOR THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF ALL PARTICIPANTS AND TO FOLLOW CURRENT RECOMMENDED HEALTH GUIDELINES.**

St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

Guest: Anabel Flaherty, ARNP, Psychiatric Mental Health

Guest: Daniel Wesemann, University of Iowa Assistant Professor (Clinical), Director, PMHNP Program - About: http://www.nursing.uiowa.edu/faculty-staff/faculty-directory/dweseman

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Official Health Sources:
CDC - www.cdc.gov/
WHO - www.who.int/
Rock Island Co. Health Dept. - richd.org/
Scott Co. Health Dept. - www.scottcountyiowa.com/health
Illinois Dept. of Public Health - www.dph.illinois.gov/
Iowa Dept. of Public Health - idph.iowa.gov/

**THIS PODCAST WAS RECORDED THROUGH THE PHONE FOR THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF ALL PARTICIPANTS AND TO FOLLOW CURRENT RECOMMENDED HEALTH GUIDELINES.**

St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

Guest: Natalie Truesdell, Consultant for John Snow, Inc., a public health management consulting and research organization - About: https://www.njpca.org/dvteam/natalie-truesdell-mba-mph/

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Official Health Sources:
CDC - https://www.cdc.gov/
WHO - https://www.who.int/
Rock Island Co. Health Dept. - https://richd.org/
Scott Co. Health Dept. - https://www.scottcountyiowa.com/health
Illinois Dept. of Public Health - http://www.dph.illinois.gov/
Iowa Dept. of Public Health - https://idph.iowa.gov/

**THIS PODCAST WAS RECORDED THROUGH THE PHONE FOR THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF ALL PARTICIPANTS AND TO FOLLOW CURRENT RECOMMENDED HEALTH GUIDELINES.**

St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

Guests: Lisa Killinger, D.C. - About: https://www.palmer.edu/directory/faculty/davenport-ia/

Becky David, Certified Spiritual Director - About: http://www.blackpearlcoaching.com/meet-the-team-1

Timothy Millea, M.D. - About: https://www.qcora.com/physician/timothy-millea/

May Conference: PLEASE NOTE, OUR MAY CONFERENCE HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC

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St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

Podcast Host: Nicole Carkner, Executive Director of the Quad City Health Initiative.

Guests:
Ann Garton, Director of the Institute for Person-Centered Care at St. Ambrose University.
Melissa Sharer, Director of Master of Public Health at St. Ambrose University.

Learn more about this episode's guests: www.sau.edu/institute-for-perso…are/ipcc-leadership

May Conference: PLEASE NOTE, OUR MAY CONFERENCE HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC

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St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

Podcast Host: Nicole Carkner, Executive Director of the Quad City Health Initiative.

Guests:
Tom Higgins, Founder of the institute
Sandy Cassady, Dean of the College of Health and Human Services at St. Ambrose University

Learn more about this month's guests: www.sau.edu/institute-for-perso…are/ipcc-leadership

May Conference: PLEASE NOTE, OUR MAY CONFERENCE IS CANCELLED DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC

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St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.

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St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, USA.