The Midwest Chapter of ACHE Podcast

The Midwest Chapter of ACHE (MCACHE) Podcast strives to bring news, interviews, and information from across it's catchment area of Southeast Michigan and Northwest Ohio to a broader audience. Brought to you by the MCACHE Board of Directors, this podcast will keep its listeners up to date with fresh content and information worth sharing!

ACHE Board of Governors Exam Review with MCACHE 02/22/2025

ACHE Board of Governors Exam Review with MCACHE Are you considering pursuing your FACHE credential with ACHE? If so, then our panel discussion will set you up for success! Join our host, Brian Vargo as he discusses the BOG exam with our panelists, Kira Carter-Robertson, Dave Brooks, and Medija Shaska. /episode/index/show/7b269b9f-f68e-4eab-abea-97e1b3d29cae/id/35386090

Medija Shaska - 2025 MCACHE President 01/23/2025

Medija Shaska - 2025 MCACHE President We sit down with MCACHE's new Board President, Medija Shaska as she shares her leadership journey and vision for the chapter in 2025. /episode/index/show/7b269b9f-f68e-4eab-abea-97e1b3d29cae/id/34965700

Henry Ford's Discharge Suite with 2024 Early Careerist Award Recipient Michael Mannina 12/16/2024

Henry Ford's Discharge Suite with 2024 Early Careerist Award Recipient Michael Mannina For this episode, we sit down with MCACHE's 2024 Early Careerist Award recipient, Michael Mannina to discuss his work with the innovative Henry Ford Discharge Suite! /episode/index/show/7b269b9f-f68e-4eab-abea-97e1b3d29cae/id/34461530

Mike Nanzer - 2024 MCACHE President 02/26/2024

Mike Nanzer - 2024 MCACHE President We sit down with MCACHE's new Board President, Mike Nanzer as he outlines his vision for the chapter and lays out how everyone can help in 2024. /episode/index/show/7b269b9f-f68e-4eab-abea-97e1b3d29cae/id/30103693

Angela DeLaere - The Exit Interview 01/23/2024

Angela DeLaere - The Exit Interview For this episode, we catch up with the outgoing 2023 MCACHE Board President, Angela DeLaere. Angela reflects on the goals she set for the year, and her best wishes for the incoming leadership team. /episode/index/show/7b269b9f-f68e-4eab-abea-97e1b3d29cae/id/29605253

Exploring the World of Fellowships - Tips & Advice with Matt Orsey 12/14/2023

Exploring the World of Fellowships - Tips & Advice with Matt Orsey For this episode, our host sits down with Matt Orsey with Corewell Health to talk about the benefits of a Fellowship and what to expect. Matt provides much needed context on why someone may be interested in a Fellowship, as well as some helpful tips and advice on how to be competitive when you find the right fit. We also learn how an ACHE membership can help you land your eventual fellowship - or find one to hire! /episode/index/show/7b269b9f-f68e-4eab-abea-97e1b3d29cae/id/29068843

Preparing for the FACHE Credential: A Panel Discussion 08/21/2023

Preparing for the FACHE Credential: A Panel Discussion Our host sits down with four Fellows of the American College of Healthcare Executives to learn what it takes to earn your FACHE credential. The panel is moderated by our host, Joe Cafferty as he interviews Scott Johnson, Janet Seidell, Tiffeny Jones, and Brian Vargo in a relaxed discussion focused on the key steps members should take. If you're thinking about pursuing the FACHE credential, this is an episode you won't want to miss! /episode/index/show/7b269b9f-f68e-4eab-abea-97e1b3d29cae/id/27803838

Achieving a Culture of Zero Violence in Healthcare, through Trust, Training and Technology with Brian Uridge 07/10/2023

Achieving a Culture of Zero Violence in Healthcare, through Trust, Training and Technology with Brian Uridge Our host, Michael Hoeflein sits down with Brian Uridge, Senior Director of Safety and Security at Michigan Medicine to discuss the complex issue of public safety in the healthcare industry. Brian shares that his history with the City of Kalamazoo Public Safety couldn't prepare him for the level of violence in healthcare, citing 75% of all workplace violence occurs in a healthcare setting. Despite the obstacles, Brian provides our listeners with an optimistic perspective on how to work together towards zero harm through improved training and better technology. /episode/index/show/7b269b9f-f68e-4eab-abea-97e1b3d29cae/id/27414597

Kira Carter-Robertson, FACHE: Michigan and Northwest Ohio's Newly Elected Regent 06/01/2023

Kira Carter-Robertson, FACHE: Michigan and Northwest Ohio's Newly Elected Regent For this episode, we sit down with Michigan and Northwest Ohio's newly elected Regent, Kira Carter-Robertson, FACHE of Sparrow Health System. Kira shares her leadership journey and speaks about the value of community in her professional development. Over the next three years, Kira hopes to engage members from MCACHE and GLACHE as she convenes her Regents Advisory Council to help lead and develop strategy across the catchment area. /episode/index/show/7b269b9f-f68e-4eab-abea-97e1b3d29cae/id/27010437

ACHE 2023 Congress on Healthcare Leadership Recap with Tia, Scott, and Miya 04/29/2023

ACHE 2023 Congress on Healthcare Leadership Recap with Tia, Scott, and Miya ACHE's 2023 Congress on Healthcare Leadership just wrapped up last month (March 2023) in Chicago, IL with record attendance. Kristia "Tia" Le from Corewell Health, Scott Johnson from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, and Miya Hourani from VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System sit down with our host for a quick recap of their experiences. No matter when you listen, our members provide a timeless, in-depth look at what it's like to attend Congress - and encourage everyone to attend. /episode/index/show/7b269b9f-f68e-4eab-abea-97e1b3d29cae/id/26692116

Kelly Athman, CGC & Dr. Brad Terry: Genetic Testing & Treatment 04/17/2023

Kelly Athman, CGC & Dr. Brad Terry: Genetic Testing & Treatment Kelly Athman, CGC and Dr. Brad Terry sit down with Medija Shaska to discuss the evolving field of genetic testing; an expansion of Dr. Terry's article in our February newsletter. Genetic testing and related treatments have been one of the most rapidly developing fields in medicine for the last decade. According to InformedDNA, the number of individual genetic tests available today has grown to over 167,000 tests today and the genetic testing market is expected to continue growth in both number and usage by 19.1% to over $37.7 billion by 2026. InformedDNA is the country’s leading applied genomics solutions company, helping people harness the full power of the genomics revolution. /episode/index/show/7b269b9f-f68e-4eab-abea-97e1b3d29cae/id/26560227

Melissa Barrow - An Inside Look at Private Practice in a Small Town 02/26/2023

Melissa Barrow - An Inside Look at Private Practice in a Small Town This months host, Michael Hoeflein sits down with, Melissa Barrow who serves the Imlay City Family Practice as its Administrator. Melissa gives our listeners an inside look at what it takes to be successful in a private practice in a small town, and offers advice for those who have an interest in making it apart of their own career journey. Their discussion is a deeper dive into Melissa's article in the MCACHE Quarterly Newsletter - published February 2023. Melissa can be reached at or 810-724-0591 /episode/index/show/7b269b9f-f68e-4eab-abea-97e1b3d29cae/id/26052123

Angela DeLaere - MCACHE's New President 01/20/2023

Angela DeLaere - MCACHE's New President Angela DeLaere is the new 2023 MCACHE Board President. Join us as we discuss her professional journey and how she landed her new role. Angela's focus on engaged committee work and new membership is at the top of her priority list, and we can all help make it a successful year. /episode/index/show/7b269b9f-f68e-4eab-abea-97e1b3d29cae/id/25665390

Dave Brooks - The Exit Interview 12/21/2022

Dave Brooks - The Exit Interview Dave Brooks is the 2022 MCACHE Board President, and we sit down with him for his exit interview in the final days of his tenure. /episode/index/show/7b269b9f-f68e-4eab-abea-97e1b3d29cae/id/25391745

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