The Cure

The Cure Podcast
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A podcast focused on providing insights into today’s critical concerns in healthcare delivered in a practical and easily digestible format. Have questions for us? Shoot us an email at thecure@hitchcock.org!

  1. 11/01/2025

    Care Without Walls: The Promise-and Pitfalls-of Hospital at Home

    Imagine recovering from pneumonia in your own bed, your vitals streaming directly to your care team. Dr. Jose Mercado and Dr. Anais Ovalle unpack the rise of hospital-at-home and remote patient monitoring, two models changing how we think about inpatient care. They discuss what works, what doesn’t, and what health systems must get right to make home truly safe for healing.

    29 min

  2. 09/22/2025

    Building Trust in Care: From Patient Story to Healthcare Hero

    In this episode, we focus on the lived experiences of patients, families, and care teams — and how simple, human moments can transform the care journey. You’ll hear a powerful story of recovery after stroke, and how our care experience team created trust, comfort, and hope through compassion and creativity. Together , we’ll explore how these small acts of kindness ripple into profound changes in patient and family experience.

    24 min

  3. 07/31/2025

    Episode 41: Green Mountains & Granite State Healthcare Brief 2025

    Healthcare policy is shifting fast across New Hampshire and Vermont, and the changes impact every corner of patient care- from hospital funding to rural access and workforce support. In this episode, we break down the most important legislative updates, what they mean for you, and how to prepare for what's ahead. Whether you're a clinician, administrator, or just curious about the future of healthcare in our region, this is your inside track to staying informed.

    42 min

  4. 05/31/2025

    The Care Experience: Live Perspectives on Care Experience

    This episode is coming to you live from our semi-annual Care Experience Collaborative meeting. Joining us on stage are three incredible leaders whose work shapes patient and family centered care across our health system. We'll explore why Care Experience must be more than a project- it's a culture that empowers patients, families, and frontline teams to co-design safer, more compassionate care. We'll dive into practical tools like hourly nurse rounding, patient-family advisory councils, and multidisciplinary collaboration that can move the needle from "middling" to "remarkable" in patient experience scores. Listen in to learn more.

    39 min

  5. 04/21/2025

    The Bug Stops Here: Novel Antimicrobials part 2

    In these episode, we continue our conversation around novel antimicrobials. We'll delve into how these drugs are changing clinical practice, what stewardship looks like in this era, and how to balance access with responsibility. We'll cover when to reach for these agents, when to hold back, and how they fit into the ever-evolving landscape of bacterial infections, invasive fungi, and tricky antivirals. So whether you're on service, prepping for rounds, or just curious about what's lurking in the pipeline, you're in the right place. Listen in to learn more.

    27 min

  6. 04/08/2025

    Episode 40 When Doing Your Best Still Hurts: Exploring Moral Injury in Healthcare

    In this episode, we're digging into a topic that's deeply personal for many of us in healthcare: moral injury. It's a term that's gaining attention, but for many clinicians, it's not just a concept - it's a lived experience. It's that deep discomfort, even anguish, that comes when you're forced to act in ways that go against your values or professional standards. Whether it's being unable to get your patient the resources they need, navigating systemic constraints, or feeling powerless in the face of suffering- it leaves a mark. Together, we'll unpack the emotional toll of modern healthcare and talk about how we can start to heal - individually and collectively. Listen in to learn more!

    29 min

  7. 04/01/2025

    The Bug Stops Here: Novel Antimicrobials part 1

    We all know that antimicrobial resistance isn't a looming threat- it's already here! And for clinicians on the front lines, the challenge of treating resistant infections is becoming more and more common. In this episode, we explore some of the latest and most intriguing antimicrobials that are either already on hospital formularies or on the horizon for future use. We'll look at their mechanisms, common clinical indications, and how they might fit into outpatient and inpatient care. Listen in to learn more!

    30 min

  8. 12/15/2024

    The Care Experience: Provider Ambassadors for Care Experience

    In this episode, we will be talking about the Provider Ambassador Program for Care Experience. This is a unique initiative aimed at supporting and developing healthcare providers. At its heart are the provider coaches, who offer personalized coaching and communication skills training to their peers. This approach strenghtens provider well-being while enhancing the patient experience. Stay with us as we dive deeper into how this program works, its impact on healthcare teams, and what it means for the future of compassionate care

    38 min
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A podcast focused on providing insights into today’s critical concerns in healthcare delivered in a practical and easily digestible format. Have questions for us? Shoot us an email at thecure@hitchcock.org!

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  • Creator
    The Cure Podcast
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    67
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © The Cure Podcast
  • Show Website
    The Cure