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In recognition of Patient Safety Awareness Month, join us as we discuss patient safety in today's healthcare landscape with Maureen Archambault, VP of Quality & Risk at Community Memorial Healthcare. Discover the significance of consulting reputable ratings groups for assessing hospital safety and performance and the potential drawbacks of sites like Yelp or Google. Maureen underscores the risks inherent in such sources and offers guidance on where to turn for reliable information. To learn more, visit mycmh.org.

In this episode of Wise & Well, we are joined by Diane Drexler, DNP, Chief Nursing Officer and Vice President of Patient Care Services at Community Memorial Healthcare. Diane discusses Community Memorial's innovative approach to supporting the growth and development of nurses through their Nurse Residency Program and Nurse Internship I & II programs. She sheds light on how these initiatives not only benefit aspiring RNs but also contribute to the longevity of healthcare in our community. Diane also offers valuable advice to nursing students considering a career at Community Memorial Healthcare.

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Join us as we discuss the Breathing Easy Program at Community Memorial Healthcare. Our guest and Pulmonary Rehab Coordinator, Juanita Trine, sheds light on the program's mission, goals, and the ways it supports individuals with chronic respiratory conditions. From collaboration with referring physicians to accreditation by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR), discover the comprehensive approach taken to enhance patients' quality of life and decrease shortness of breath. Whether you're seeking information or considering enrollment, this episode provides guidance on how to breathe easy again. To learn more, visit mycmh.org and search Pulmonary Rehab.

In this episode, we take a closer look at the unique structure of the Office of the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) at Community Memorial Healthcare with the doctors who share the role – Dr. Kellie Zaylor, Dr. Lamar Bushnell, and Dr. Deborah Carlson. The CMOs shed light on how their joint leadership enhances clinical improvements, quality measures, and the overall level of healthcare available in our community. Learn about their individual roles and upcoming health system developments, such as the implementation of a state-of-the-art electronic medical record system and initiatives aimed at expanding outpatient services. For more information, visit mycmh.org.

In this episode, we delve into the field of electrophysiology with Dr. Ayhan Yoruk, Electrophysiologist with Community Memorial Healthcare. Learn how electrophysiology plays a pivotal role in diagnosing and treating Atrial fibrillation (AFib), and about the advancements taking place within this specialized area of cardiac care.

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In this episode of "Wise & Well,” we sit down with Dr. Jennifer Wan, cardiothoracic surgeon with Community Memorial Healthcare. Dr. Wan discusses the role of a cardiothoracic surgeon in today’s rapidly advancing surgical environment and the exceptional cardiothoracic surgery program at Community Memorial. We also explore some recent surgical advancements in cardiothoracic surgery, and the benefit of having your procedure done close to home.

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