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All Rights Reserved.Sat, 15 Jun 2019 20:00:00 GMTThu, 25 Apr 2013 16:00:00 GMTHealthBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/cede76ab-dfc1-4e89-b9d8-86328b422397_sentaralogo.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radioTalk radio for Sentara employees and others interested in wellness, health, work-life balance and various Sentara Healthcare information and topics that engage, inform and create opportunities to improve your work and career.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comhealth,heart disease,sentara healthcare,breast cancer,breast imaging,christmas,death,dying,elder care,fluSentara Today Blog Talk RadionoTalk radio for Sentara employees and others interested in wellness, health, work-life balance and various Sentara Healthcare information and topics that engage,episodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/04/25/ob-right-at-sentara-healthcareHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/04/25/ob-right-at-sentara-healthcare/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/04/25/ob-right-at-sentara-healthcareThu, 25 Apr 2013 16:00:00 GMTOB Right at Sentara HealthcareDid you know that more than 500,000 babies in the U.S. are born prematurely each year? About 28,000 children die before their first birthday in the U.S. and infant mortality rates have been creeping up in the U.S. since the 1950s. If you're expecting, hoping to get pregnant or have recenlty had a baby, you won't want to miss this issue of Sentara Today on Blog Talk Radio. Join us for a discussion of Sentara's OB Right program with Dr. Holly Puritz from The Group for Women. 00:28:00Sentara Today Blog Talk Radionopregnancy,infant mortality,premature babies,OBGYN,mothersDid you know that more than 500,000 babies in the U.S. are born prematurely each year? About 28,000 children die before their first birthday in the U.S. and infhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/04/11/managing-seasonal-allergiesHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/04/11/managing-seasonal-allergies/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/04/11/managing-seasonal-allergiesThu, 11 Apr 2013 16:00:00 GMTAllergy Season Returns with Vengeance Things aren't looking too good for people suffering from seasonal allergies and asthma. Not only has the pollen apocalypse arrived earlier . . . it's arrived with a vengeance. If you or a family member suffer from seasonal allergies, you won't want to miss this episode of Sentara Today on Blog Talk Radio. We're talking with Dr. Craig Koenig of Allergy and Asthma Specialists LTD. Allergy and Asthma Specialists LTD has been around for 60 years providing patients with the most cutting-edge treatments for asthma and allergies. Dr. Koenig graduated from the Medical College of Wisconsin and served as a Fellow of Allergy and Immunology at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia. He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Allergy and Immunology. Tune in and log on for Dr. Koenig's interview and resources from the CDC on the latest trends for treating asthma and seasonal allergies. 00:32:00Sentara Today Blog Talk Radionoallergy,asthma,pollen,xolair,allergy shotsThings aren't looking too good for people suffering from seasonal allergies and asthma. Not only has the pollen apocalypse arrived earlier . . . it's arrived whttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/03/28/no-one-dies-aloneHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/03/28/no-one-dies-alone/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/03/28/no-one-dies-aloneThu, 28 Mar 2013 16:00:00 GMTNo One Dies AloneJoin us for a heart-felt conversation with Chaplain Elaine Lehr about the No One Dies Alone program at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. The program enlists a group of volunteers who sit with dying patients when their family members cannot.00:26:00Sentara Today Blog Talk Radionodeath,dying,hospitals,dying rituals,volunteersJoin us for a heart-felt conversation with Chaplain Elaine Lehr about the No One Dies Alone program at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. The program enlists a ghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/03/21/celebrating-the-ace-award-winnersHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/03/21/celebrating-the-ace-award-winners/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/03/21/celebrating-the-ace-award-winnersThu, 21 Mar 2013 16:00:00 GMTCelebrating the ACE Award WinnersGet inspired, positively motivated and energized. Listen live to winners of the July-December 2012 ACE Awards on this episode of Sentara Today on Blog Talk Radio. Find out where they work within Sentara Healthcare why they were selected as ACE Award winners, and in their own voices, how they feel about the recognition.00:32:00Sentara Today Blog Talk RadionoACE Awards,Sentara Healthcare,awards in healthcare,recognition,excellenceGet inspired, positively motivated and energized. Listen live to winners of the July-December 2012 ACE Awards on this episode of Sentara Today on Blog Talk Radihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/03/14/the-human-aorta-super-highway-of-lifeHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/03/14/the-human-aorta-super-highway-of-life/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/03/14/the-human-aorta-super-highway-of-lifeThu, 14 Mar 2013 16:00:00 GMTThe Human Aorta: Super Highway of LifeJoin us on Sentara Today on Blog Talk Radio for a discussion about the human aorta and the diseases that can impact it. Take a journey with author Robert Epps as he recounts his own journey of discovery about his heart disease.00:31:00Sentara Today Blog Talk Radionoaorta,heart,heart disease,aortic aneurysms,heart researchJoin us on Sentara Today on Blog Talk Radio for a discussion about the human aorta and the diseases that can impact it. Take a journey with author Robert Epps ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/02/28/heartlight-for-heart-monthHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/02/28/heartlight-for-heart-month/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/02/28/heartlight-for-heart-monthThu, 28 Feb 2013 17:00:00 GMTHeartLight for Heart Month Using a fiber optic light, doctors at Sentara Heart Hospital can now look inside the beating heart of patients involved in an investigational study. Join us on Sentara Today on BlogTalk Radio when Dr. Ian Woollett, principal investigator talks about the study.   00:41:00Sentara Today Blog Talk RadionoheartLight study,cardio vascular,heart disease,sentara heart hospital,sentara cardiovascular research instituteUsing a fiber optic light, doctors at Sentara Heart Hospital can now look inside the beating heart of patients involved in an investigational study. Join us onhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/02/14/living-the-heart-healthy-lifestyleHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/02/14/living-the-heart-healthy-lifestyle/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/02/14/living-the-heart-healthy-lifestyleThu, 14 Feb 2013 17:00:00 GMTLiving the Heart Healthy LifestyleFebruary is American Heart Month and here at Sentara Healthcare we have kicked off a variety of activities for the month. Join us for this episode of Sentara Today on BlogTalk Radio when will interview experts on living a heart healthy lifestyle. We'll talk with dieticians and health coaches about the best ways to protect your heart health.00:42:00Sentara Today Blog Talk RadionoAmerican Heart Month,heart disease,heart disease prevention,nutrition,diet and exerciseFebruary is American Heart Month and here at Sentara Healthcare we have kicked off a variety of activities for the month. Join us for this episode of Sentara Tohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/01/24/caring-for-the-elderly-sentara-senior-servicesHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/01/24/caring-for-the-elderly-sentara-senior-services/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/01/24/caring-for-the-elderly-sentara-senior-servicesThu, 24 Jan 2013 17:00:00 GMTCaring for the Elderly: Sentara Senior ServicesOne out of four families in the U.S. is caring for an elderly loved-one. Today, more than seven million older adults have long-term care needs. By 2020, the number will grow to 10 million and by 2040 the number will grow to 14 million. This trend has a big impact on baby boomers. Join the discussion when we talk with Bruce Robertson, president of Sentara Healthcare's Life Care division. We'll be talking about Sentara's Senior Services program and all it offers in caring for the elderly.00:31:00Sentara Today Blog Talk Radionocaregivers,senior citizens,elder care,nursing homes,elder abuseOne out of four families in the U.S. is caring for an elderly loved-one. Today, more than seven million older adults have long-term care needs. By 2020, the numhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/01/10/influenza-season-on-the-upswingHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/01/10/influenza-season-on-the-upswing/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2013/01/10/influenza-season-on-the-upswingThu, 10 Jan 2013 17:00:00 GMTInfluenza Season On the Upswing In an effort to honor our number one commitment to always keep our patients, employees, and visitors safe, Sentara is strongly recommending that patients and visitors wear masks when entering Sentara hospitals, urgent care centers, free standing emergency departments, and primary care physician offices in all regions of Virginia. This includes outpatients seeking care or treatment within our hospitals. This policy became effective Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013 and is expected to be in place for the remainder of the flu season. Although flu season is in full swing, it's not too late to get the flu vaccination. Join us as we discuss this new masking recommendation with Dr. Scott Miller, infectious disease expert and vice president for medical affairs at Sentara Leigh Hospital.   00:38:00Sentara Today Blog Talk Radionoinfluenza,infectious disease,flu,vacinnation,flu seasonIn an effort to honor our number one commitment to always keep our patients, employees, and visitors safe, Sentara is strongly recommending that patients and vhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/12/20/holiday-traditions-stories-alleviating-the-holiday-stressHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/12/20/holiday-traditions-stories-alleviating-the-holiday-stress/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/12/20/holiday-traditions-stories-alleviating-the-holiday-stressThu, 20 Dec 2012 17:00:00 GMTFamily Holiday Traditions Join us for a fireside type chat with a few Sentara Healthcare employees who know how to tell a good story. We'll be talking with several of our facility newsletter editors and others about their family holiday traditions, old  stories and how they cope during the mad dash of the holidays. Call us to share your stories and/or send out a happy holidays shout out to friends and family. 00:30:00Sentara Today Blog Talk RadionoChristmas,tradition,happy holidays,Christmas stories,holiday stressJoin us for a fireside type chat with a few Sentara Healthcare employees who know how to tell a good story. We'll be talking with several of our facility newslhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/12/13/managing-holiday-stressHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/12/13/managing-holiday-stress/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/12/13/managing-holiday-stressThu, 13 Dec 2012 17:00:00 GMTTaking the Hustle out of the Holiday Bustle For many of us, the holidays are a joyful time spent observing family traditions and spending time with family and friends. For others, stress and depression can make the holidays a living nightmare. Log in and listen to Sentara Today on Blog Talk Radio to get tips on managing the holiday blues and handling the stress of trying to make the holidays perfect and memorable for loved-ones. We're talking with Donald R. Martin, Director of Optima Health's Employee Assistance Program (EAP), about tips to prevent holiday stress and depression. Don't let the holidays fill you with dread. Tune in and learn how you can prevent holiday stress. 00:36:00Sentara Today Blog Talk Radionochristmas,depression,holiday,stress,holiday bluesFor many of us, the holidays are a joyful time spent observing family traditions and spending time with family and friends. For others, stress and depression chttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/11/08/sentara-careplex-hospital-celebrates-10th-anniversaryHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/11/08/sentara-careplex-hospital-celebrates-10th-anniversary/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/11/08/sentara-careplex-hospital-celebrates-10th-anniversaryThu, 08 Nov 2012 17:00:00 GMTSentara CarePlex Hospital Celebrates 10th AnniversarySentara CarePlex Hospital is a technologically advanced, acute care hospital, and Certified Primary Stroke Center located in Hampton, Va.  This month, the hospital's leadership, staff and community will celebrate its 10th Anniversary. Join us when we talk to Debra Flores, president of Sentara CarePlex Hospital, about the upcoming anniversary celebration and other milestones. Sentara CarePlex Hospital is a 224-bed facility that offers an eICU® to monitor patients even more closely with state-of-the-art equipment and computer software. Sentara CarePlex Hospital provides care through advanced surgical programs, emergency cardiac intervention and fellowship-trained physicians. It is also home to the Orthopaedic Hospital. 00:30:00Sentara Today Blog Talk Radionosentara,sentara careplex,anniversary,hampton,eICUSentara CarePlex Hospital is a technologically advanced, acute care hospital, and Certified Primary Stroke Center located in Hampton, Va.  This month, the hospihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/11/01/sentara-partners-with-mdlive-offering-virtual-consultsHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/11/01/sentara-partners-with-mdlive-offering-virtual-consults/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/11/01/sentara-partners-with-mdlive-offering-virtual-consultsThu, 01 Nov 2012 16:00:00 GMTSentara Partners with MDLIVE: Offering Virtual Consults Coming to your computer desktop or telephone . . . virtual doctor appointments. That’s right, Sentara Healthcare has partnered with MDLIVE, a national telehealth company, to expand access to quality, convenient healthcare for the community by offering virtual appointments. Using the latest technologies in web and telecommunications, consumers and physicians can interact in real time over the phone or online video. We're talking with Randy Parker, CEO and Chairman of MDLIVE and John Sculley, business leader, former CEO of Apple Computer and now a MDLIVE Board Member about the new service that continues to transform the delivery of healthcare. 00:39:00Sentara Today Blog Talk RadionoMDLIVE,virtual appointments,john sculley,telehealth,sentara healthcareComing to your computer desktop or telephone . . . virtual doctor appointments. That’s right, Sentara Healthcare has partnered with MDLIVE, a national telehealhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/10/18/case-management-week-observedHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/10/18/case-management-week-observed/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/10/18/case-management-week-observedThu, 18 Oct 2012 16:00:00 GMTCase Management Week Observed Join us for another episode of Sentara Today on Blog Talk Radio as we talk about National Case Management Week with Teresa Gonzalvo and a team of social workers and others on the Care Coordination division. 00:29:00Sentara Today Blog Talk Radionocase management,social work,case managers,health care,clinicalJoin us for another episode of Sentara Today on Blog Talk Radio as we talk about National Case Management Week with Teresa Gonzalvo and a team of social workerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/10/11/optima-health-launches-blog-talk-radio-programHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/10/11/optima-health-launches-blog-talk-radio-program/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/10/11/optima-health-launches-blog-talk-radio-programThu, 11 Oct 2012 16:00:00 GMTOptima Health Launches Blog Talk Radio Program Optima Health, the health insurance arm of Sentara Healthcare, officially launched its own blog talk radio program on October 4, 2012. Log on and tune in to this issue of Sentara Today on Blog Talk Radio to meet Optima Health  Blog Talk Radio's host Priscilla Monte. Ms. Monte is a former broadcast journalist and brings a wealth of experience to the blog talk radio venue. Find out how you can connect with Optima Health Blog Talk Radio and learn more about health care reform, your health insurance benefits, and much more. 00:26:00Sentara Today Blog Talk Radionohealth care,Optima Health,Sentara Healthcare,health insurance,insuranceOptima Health, the health insurance arm of Sentara Healthcare, officially launched its own blog talk radio program on October 4, 2012. Log on and tune in to thhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/09/27/breast-cancer-treatment-update-part-2Healthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/09/27/breast-cancer-treatment-update-part-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/09/27/breast-cancer-treatment-update-part-2Thu, 27 Sep 2012 16:00:00 GMTBreast Cancer Treatment: Update Part 2 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In our second part of the series on breast cancer diagnosis and treatment, join us as we discuss breast cancer treatment options with Dr. Heidi Rafferty, breast surgeon at Rockingham Memorial Hospital. Also joining the panel is Dr. David Weintritt, a breast surgeon who practices at Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center. He has specializes in minimally invasive breast procedures, genetic testing and partial breast radiation.  Dr. Weintritt is the PI for a very exciting launch at Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center.  Xoft Intra Operative Radiation Therapy is being introduced to the Washington DC region offering patients a one day breast cancer radiation treatment with this technology. Ms. Lisa Bowles, manager of Sentara's Dorothy G. Hoefer Comprehensive Breast Center on the Peninsula, will discuss Radiation Seed Localization and her recent missions trip to India where she shared information to help teach mammography and bone density protocols and practices. Rounding out our panel is CIndi Willoughby, breast cancer patient navigator at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital. You don't want to miss this episode!  00:31:00Sentara Today Blog Talk Radionocancer treatments,breast cancer,breast imaging,breast health,breast cancer treatmentsOctober is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In our second part of the series on breast cancer diagnosis and treatment, join us as we discuss breast cancer treatmhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/09/13/breast-cancer-treatment-update-part-1Healthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/09/13/breast-cancer-treatment-update-part-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/09/13/breast-cancer-treatment-update-part-1Thu, 13 Sep 2012 16:00:00 GMTBreast Cancer Treatment: Update Part 1 Breast Cancer Awareness Month begins in October. We decided to get a jump on the annual observance by inviting  breast imaging specialist and director of the Dorothy G. Hoefer Comprehensive Breast Center Dr. Kelly Allison and cancer patient navigator Wendi Johnson from Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center on the next edition of Sentara Today on Blog Talk Radio. Part two of the discussion will air on September 27. Stay tuned for details. 00:28:00Sentara Today Blog Talk Radionobreast cancer,mammograms,digital mammography,breast imaging,cancerBreast Cancer Awareness Month begins in October. We decided to get a jump on the annual observance by inviting  breast imaging specialist and director of the Dhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/08/23/taking-the-you-out-of-flu--part-iiHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/08/23/taking-the-you-out-of-flu--part-ii/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/08/23/taking-the-you-out-of-flu--part-iiThu, 23 Aug 2012 16:00:00 GMTTaking the You Out of Flu - Part II The American Hospital Association (AHA) endorsed the adoption of mandatory patient safety policies that require employees to either receive an influenza vaccination OR wear a mask while at work. Sentara revised its flu prevention policy based on these guidelines. Join the conversation as our flu prevention taskforce panel discusses the revised policy, which in part, states: AllSentara employees shall be required to participate in the annual influenza prevention campaign by one of the following methods: 1) Obtain recommended influenza vaccination from Sentara or another provider; 2) Decline vaccination. 00:30:00Sentara Today Blog Talk Radionoinfluenza,contagious,disease,respiratory,fluThe American Hospital Association (AHA) endorsed the adoption of mandatory patient safety policies that require employees to either receive an influenza vaccinhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/08/09/optima-health-customers-tweet-for-customer-serviceHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/08/09/optima-health-customers-tweet-for-customer-service/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/08/09/optima-health-customers-tweet-for-customer-serviceThu, 09 Aug 2012 16:00:00 GMTOptima Health Customers Tweet for Customer Service Chirp, chirp! Optima Health is piloting a new customer service tool via Twitter. Now Sentara employees and their families that have Optima Health insurance can connect with the member services department through a new account in Twitter called @AskOptimaHealth. Guests Becky Lawson, Corporate Communications Consultant for Sentara and Optima Health, along with Tamara Mears, Sentara’s Benefits Manager, will be on hand to tell you all about it. 00:30:00Sentara Today Blog Talk Radionooptima,health insurance,twitter,customer service,healthcareChirp, chirp! Optima Health is piloting a new customer service tool via Twitter. Now Sentara employees and their families that have Optima Health insurance canhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/07/12/joint-replacement-the-real-dealHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/07/12/joint-replacement-the-real-deal/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/07/12/joint-replacement-the-real-dealThu, 12 Jul 2012 16:00:00 GMTJoint Replacement: The Real Deal Joint replacement surgery has evolved over the decades with many procedures requiring a lot less down time. Join us on Sentara Today on Blog Talk Radio for a frank discussion with Ann Phillips, RN -- patient navigator in the surgical program development at Sentara Leigh Hospital. We'll talk about new procedures in joint replacement, outcomes for success and getting prepared for surgery and the journey home. 00:30:00Sentara Today Blog Talk Radionojoint replacement,knee joint replacement,arthritis,bones,hip replacementJoint replacement surgery has evolved over the decades with many procedures requiring a lot less down time. Join us on Sentara Today on Blog Talk Radio for a fhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/06/14/medical-management-becomes-care-coordinationHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/06/14/medical-management-becomes-care-coordination/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/06/14/medical-management-becomes-care-coordinationThu, 14 Jun 2012 16:00:00 GMTMedical Management Becomes Care Coordination The redesign of Sentara's former Medical Management Department included provisions for consistent and compliant workflows for level of care determination and medical necessity. As part of these changes in medical care management, a new VP of Medical Care Management, Teresa I. Gonzalvo, RN, BSN, MPA, CPHQ, ACM, was hired. We'll be talking to Ms. Gonzalvo about the changes in care and what care coordination means to patients and their families. 00:30:00Sentara Today Blog Talk Radionomedical management,care coordination,social workers,CMS,patient care planningThe redesign of Sentara's former Medical Management Department included provisions for consistent and compliant workflows for level of care determination and mhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/06/07/on-death-dying-the-case-for-advance-care-planningHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/06/07/on-death-dying-the-case-for-advance-care-planning/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/06/07/on-death-dying-the-case-for-advance-care-planningThu, 07 Jun 2012 16:00:00 GMTOn Death & Dying: The Case for Advance Care PlanningOn this episode of Sentara Today on Blog Talk Radio, we're going to be talking about advance care planning -- making your healthcare wishes known, in advance, in the case that you become incapacitated and cannot articulate your wishes. Our guest will be Mr. David Cochran, Sentara Healthcare's director of ethics and palliative care. Cochran will discuss the importance of Advance Care Planning, registering your advance directive in the national data base, how to have advance directive discussions with your family and more. Log on, tune in and join the discussion Thursday, June 7 at noon for Sentara Today on Blog Talk Radio. 00:27:00Sentara Today Blog Talk Radionohospice care,death,elder care,advance care,dyingOn this episode of Sentara Today on Blog Talk Radio, we're going to be talking about advance care planning -- making your healthcare wishes known, in advance, ihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/05/24/a-holistic-approach-in-dealing-with-stressHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/05/24/a-holistic-approach-in-dealing-with-stress/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sentara-today-blog-talk-radio/2012/05/24/a-holistic-approach-in-dealing-with-stressThu, 24 May 2012 16:00:00 GMTA Holistic Approach In Dealing with Stress Let's face it, folks . . . life is complicated. More women than ever in our history work outside of the home, the U.S. economy is making a slow recovery and many people are still out of work. We worry about work, money, bills, our health, not to mention an expected illness with a child or spouse. Many of us are stressed out! When we are stressed, and do not deal effectively under stress, it can cause major health issues and further complicating our lives. In this episode of Sentara Today Blog Talk Radio, we're going to be discussing stress and its impact on our bodies, minds and spirits. We'll talk with Paige Moore from the Optima Employee Assistance Program. Join us on Thursday, May 24 at noon and learn coping mechanisms and tips for handling the stressors in your life. 00:29:00Sentara Today Blog Talk Radionostress,employee,holistic,EAP,copingLet's face it, folks . . . life is complicated. More women than ever in our history work outside of the home, the U.S. economy is making a slow recovery and ma