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In this episode, Katie sites down with Patty Keller, the Student Programs Coordinator. They discuss SHOP, Student Shadowing, and the Healthcare Academy. These are all geared towards students 16+ to help foster a passion for healthcare. There are many different career paths to choose from and Patty discusses the difference between each program and exciting new events coming up.

In this episode, Katie speaks with Jalayna Cary, the Physical Medicine Manager, about Occupational Therapy. They discuss what it is, what it looks like, how patients of all ages can see benefits, and how it improves quality of life.

Katie sat down with Stacy Wilson, a Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner at Good Samaritan, to talk about colorectal cancer awareness. While March is the month for awareness on this cancer, it is important to be diligent about your care year-round. Stacy discusses the different methods of screening for colorectal cancer as well as how to prepare for a colonoscopy.

Katie sat down with Nicole Coomer, Director of the Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation, to discuss the new Caregiver Recognition program. This program is an opportunity for patients to recognize their caregivers in a lasting and meaningful way. With a monetary donation, patients are able to choose where their support is allocated within the hospital. These categories include patient assistance, scholarships, and much more. Nicole also discusses how much the Foundation raised in 2023 and what they were able to do with those funds.

In this episode, Katie speaks with Mallory Tague, the Nursing Performance Improvement Coordinator at Good Samaritan, about Magnet. This marks Good Samaritan's fourth consecutive Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center, an honor that less than 3% of U.S. hospitals receive. Mallory discusses what this means for patients and caregivers, and our commitment to quality care.

In this episode, Katie speaks with Lydia Wright, the Program Administrator over the Good Samaritan Psychiatry Residency Program. Lydia discusses the need for psychiatric services in rural communities, outpatient services such as PRIDE clinic, the first graduating class and where they are now.