Golden Voices: Journeys in Health and Healing

Golden Valley Health Centers

Golden Voices is a podcast by Golden Valley Health Centers sharing real stories from patients, providers, and community partners who are shaping healthcare. Each episode highlights the compassion, collaboration, and resilience that move our mission forward.

Episodes

  1. 6d ago

    What Does Patient Experience Mean for Healthcare Providers?

    In this episode, join David Quackenbush as he engages with Lorena Carrillo-Salazar, Director of Patient Experience, Training, and Innovation at Golden Valley Health Centers. They discuss Lorena's inspiring journey from a front desk receptionist to a leader in patient experience. Discover the crucial role of communication in healthcare, patient feedback importance, and how innovative tools like MyChart can transform the healthcare experience for all patients.

  2. May 8

    The Journey of a Resilient Social Worker

    In this episode, David Quackenbush speaks with Heydi Herrera, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Golden Valley Health Centers. They discuss Heydi's inspiring journey from Nicaragua during the 1980s war to her impactful career in social work. Learn how her experiences shaped her passion for helping vulnerable populations and the importance of community care.

  3. Apr 13

    From Lebanon to Merced: The Journey of Dr. Ibrahim Al Sharif

    Join us for a compelling conversation with Dr. Ibrahim Al Sharif, a distinguished pediatrician and medical director. In this episode, he shares his insights on what truly makes a great pediatrician, the role of preventive care, and his experiences leading clinical trials to enhance healthcare for children.

  4. Mar 30

    How Can Advocacy Transform Community Healthcare?

    Join us as we delve into the importance of advocacy in community healthcare with Yamilet Valladolid, MPH. Yamilet, the Director of Government and Community Affairs at Golden Valley Health Centers, discusses her career journey and the establishment of the Advocacy Leadership Academy. Learn how individuals can make a significant impact in health equity and why every voice matters in shaping healthcare policies. For more resources and discussions, visit Golden Valley Health Centers

  5. Jan 30

    A Heart Rooted in Healthcare: What Drives our Chief Medical Officer's Passion for Medicine

    In this episode of Golden Voices, host David Quackenbush speaks with Dr. Eduardo Villarama, Chief Medical Officer of Golden Valley Health Centers. Discover how Dr. Villarama's unique journey began in a small town in the Philippines, where he found inspiration in his mother's entrepreneurial spirit and his grandmother's role as a healer. Tune in to learn how his experiences shaped his dedication to serving underserved communities in California.

  6. Jan 22

    A Global Journey to Pediatric Medicine in a Small Community

    Join Dr. Richa Verma Thakur, dedicated pediatrician and regional medical director at Golden Valley Health Centers, as she shares a fascinating journey from India to Argentina to Manhattan and finally to a rural farming community in California. Explore how her multicultural background and commitment to underserved communities shape her approach to patient care.

  7. Jan 20

    From Patient to Provider: Jorge Fernandez's Inspiring Story

    In the first episode of Golden Voices, we sit down with Jorge Fernandez, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Director of Behavioral Health at Golden Valley Health Centers. Join us as we explore his personal journey from a migrant camp in Central California to a local leader in community health. Discover how Jorge's experiences fuel his passion for social work and his commitment to improving access to mental health services. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on resilience and giving back to the community.

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Golden Voices is a podcast by Golden Valley Health Centers sharing real stories from patients, providers, and community partners who are shaping healthcare. Each episode highlights the compassion, collaboration, and resilience that move our mission forward.

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