Excellus BCBS Community Check-In

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Welcome to Excellus BlueCross BlueShield’s Community Check-In. Each week, we’ll have conversations about all things health, sharing the latest info and tips to support you in managing your own health and wellness. For even more info, visit ExcellusBCBS.com or, follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

  1. Confronting Unconscious Bias in Healthcare

    12/19/2023

    Confronting Unconscious Bias in Healthcare

    In this episode of the Community Check In, Dr. Mark Brown, Senior Medical Director at Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, explores unconscious bias in healthcare. Dr. Brown sheds light on the roots of bias, its impact on patient care and practical steps for both individuals and institutions to address and mitigate its effects. He discusses how to recognize and challenge biases in healthcare interactions, and how Excellus BlueCross BlueShield is actively working to combat unconscious bias through employee resources, diversity training and initiatives prioritizing member experiences.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    25 min
  2. How to Manage Stress During the Holiday Season

    12/11/2023

    How to Manage Stress During the Holiday Season

    We’re in the midst of the holiday season and while it’s often a joyful time filled with family moments, it can also be quite stressful for folks for a variety of reasons. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Hopkins, Senior Medical Director of Behavioral Health at Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, about how we can manage the stress that comes this time of year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    25 min
  3. Health Care Access: The Critical Role of Biosimilars

    12/04/2023

    Health Care Access: The Critical Role of Biosimilars

    In this episode of The Community Check-In, Eugene Rozenblyum, Senior Director of Trade Relations and Enterprise Drug Solutions at Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, explores the world of biosimilars—a category of drugs that has emerged in the last decade, offering potentially lower-cost alternatives to biologics. He addresses common questions about biosimilars, including their availability globally, the involvement of major pharmaceutical companies like Pfizer and Amgen and the existence of patient assistance programs to alleviate cost concerns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    25 min
  4. The Loneliness Epidemic: Unveiling the Health Implications of Social Isolation

    12/04/2023

    The Loneliness Epidemic: Unveiling the Health Implications of Social Isolation

    In part 1 of this two-part series on loneliness, Dr. Geoffrey Hopkins, Senior Medical Director of Behavioral Health at Excellus BlueCross BlueShield explores the concept of loneliness and its impact on an individuals' overall wellness. He discusses the factors that disrupt social connections and addresses how to prevent its negative impacts on health and wellbeingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    25 min
  5. Breaking Down Barriers to Better Health Care

    11/21/2023

    Breaking Down Barriers to Better Health Care

    In this episode of the Community Check-In, Christy Simoncelli, Director of Health Equity at Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, delves into the crucial topic of health equity, exploring its meaning and emphasizing why it should matter to everyone. Christy passionately discusses the systemic, socioeconomic, demographic and geographic barriers that hinder communities from achieving optimal health, along with actionable steps to address these inequities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    25 min
  6. The Common But Preventable Disease: Prediabetes

    11/13/2023

    The Common But Preventable Disease: Prediabetes

    What is prediabetes, how is it treated and how can it be prevented? In this episode of the Community Check-In, Lorna Fitzpatrick, vice president of medical affairs for safety net programs and senior medical director at Excellus BlueCross BlueShield answers these important questions about this common but preventable disease. Prediabetes is extremely common, in fact, one third of adults are prediabetic and most don’t even know it. Lorna speaks out about prediabetes in the hopes of helping community members avoid this serious health issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    25 min
  7. The Real Deal on Weight Loss Drugs

    11/10/2023

    The Real Deal on Weight Loss Drugs

    In this episode of The Community Check-In, Nicole Dawley, Senior Director of Pharmacy Strategy and Policy at Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, explores the complex world of weight management drugs. Nicole provides valuable insights into the background of the obesity epidemic, the science behind these medications and the importance of integrating them into a comprehensive weight management program.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    25 min
  8. Medicare Made Simple

    10/31/2023

    Medicare Made Simple

    In this episode of The Community Check-In, we're joined by Elisa Brescia, Regional Medicare Consultant for Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, who is simplifying the complexities of Medicare. Medicare can often appear confusing with its multitude of plans, enrollment rules and eligibility criteria. Elisa takes us through the essential aspects of Medicare, including who is eligible, when and how to enroll and the significance of the Annual Election Period (AEP). Whether you're approaching age 65 or looking to make informed changes to your Medicare coverage, this episode provides a comprehensive guide to help you understand and navigate the world of Medicare.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    25 min
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Welcome to Excellus BlueCross BlueShield’s Community Check-In. Each week, we’ll have conversations about all things health, sharing the latest info and tips to support you in managing your own health and wellness. For even more info, visit ExcellusBCBS.com or, follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

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