Health Chatter

Health Chatter

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Mobile Screening Innovation with Dr. Ryan Polselli
Stan, Clarence, Barry, and the Health Chatter team explore Mobile Screening Innovation and MammoLink with Dr. Ryan Polselli. Dr. Ryan Polselli – Founder and CEO of MammoLink – is a fellowship-trained breast radiologist who left the traditional hospital system to reimagine breast cancer screening through mobile imaging. Under his leadership, MammoLink has rapidly grown across Florida, providing more than 55,000 screenings through its fleet of mobile imaging units while partnering with employers including Walmart, Amazon, Costco, and Royal Caribbean. Dr. Polselli also developed RAIN (Real-Time AI Navigation), an artificial intelligence system designed to enhance breast imaging services, and leads the Think Pink Project, a nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to breast cancer screening in underserved communities. Learn more about Dr. Polselli and MammoLink at https://www.mammolink.com Join the conversation at healthchatterpodcast.com Brought to you in support of Hue-MAN, who is Creating Healthy Communities through Innovative Partnerships. More about their work can be found at https://www.huemanpartnershipalliance.org/
Psychological Determinants of Health Behaviors with Dr. Stephanie Hooker
Stan, Clarence, Barry, & the Health Chatter team chat with Dr. Stephanie Hooker on the psychological determinants of health behaviors. Dr. Stephanie Hooker is a Senior Research Investigator in behavioral and clinical health research at HealthPartners Institute and an adjunct assistant professor at the University of Minnesota Medical School. Her work focuses on psychosocial factors that influence health behaviors and chronic disease outcomes, with particular emphasis on meaning and purpose in life, patient engagement, and intervention development. She collaborates across health systems to design, evaluate, and translate evidence-based behavioral interventions into real-world care. Learn more about Dr. Hooker's work here. Join the conversation at healthchatterpodcast.com Brought to you in support of Hue-MAN, who is Creating Healthy Communities through Innovative Partnerships. More about their work can be found at https://www.huemanpartnershipalliance.org/
Disabilities Research & Policy with Kenneth Bence
Stan, Clarence, Barry, & the Health Chatter team chat with Kenneth (Ken) Bence on disabilities research, policy, and health. Kenneth Bence, MHA, MBA – Director of Research, Analysis and Policy for the Association of Residential Resources in Minnesota (ARRM) – leads research and policy efforts that support advocacy for home and community-based services for people living with disabilities. With more than 25 years of experience in healthcare, public health, and nonprofit leadership, Kenneth brings extensive expertise in health policy, data analysis, and community health improvement. Learn more about the great work ARRM is doing at www.arrm.org Join the conversation at healthchatterpodcast.com Brought to you in support of Hue-MAN, who is Creating Healthy Communities through Innovative Partnerships. More about their work can be found at https://www.huemanpartnershipalliance.org/
Health Information & AI with Dr. Ronda Chakolis-Hassan & Dr. Robin Austin
Stan, Clarence, Barry, and the Health Chatter team welcome Dr. Ronda Chakolis-Hassan and Dr. Robin Austin for a conversation on Health Information and Artificial Intelligence and the ongoing interdisciplinary work at the University of Minnesota merging health informatics, population health, and AI. Dr. Ronda Chakolis-Hassan, President of the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy, has experience spanning Pharmacy Benefit Management, Medication Therapy Management, and public health, her work focuses on improving medication access, advancing healthcare policy, and combining pharmacy practice with public health to improve health outcomes. Dr. Robin Austin, Associate Professor at the University of Minnesota School of Nursing, Director of the Center for Nursing Informatics, and Specialty Coordinator for the Nursing Informatics Doctor of Nursing Practice Program, is a leader in health informatics research. Her work explores how technology can support whole-person health, empower patients, and advance person-centered care. Join the conversation at healthchatterpodcast.com Brought to you in support of Hue-MAN, who is Creating Healthy Communities through Innovative Partnerships. More about their work can be found at https://www.huemanpartnershipalliance.org/
Longevity
Stan, Clarence, Barry, and the Health Chatter team have a cross-generational discussion on longevity and what it means to live a longer, healthier life. Join the conversation at healthchatterpodcast.com Brought to you in support of Hue-MAN, who is Creating Healthy Communities through Innovative Partnerships. More about their work can be found at https://www.huemanpartnershipalliance.org/
Male Loneliness with Mark Meier
Stan, Clarence, Barry, and the Health Chatter team chat with Mark Meier, Executive Director and Founder of Face It Foundation, about the growing epidemic of male loneliness, mental health, and the importance of connection and vulnerability among men. Mark Meier, MSW, LICSW, is the Executive Director and Founder of Face It Foundation, a Minnesota-based nonprofit focused on peer support and connection for men. Over the past 15+ years, Mark has worked to create spaces where men can have honest conversations about mental health, relationships, isolation, and struggle. He has taught in both the School of Medicine and the Graduate School of Social Work at the University of Minnesota and has delivered more than 400 presentations across the United States on mental health, peer support, vulnerability, and human connection. To learn more about Mark's great work and Face It Foundation visit https://www.faceitfoundation.org Join the conversation at healthchatterpodcast.com Brought to you in support of Hue-MAN, who is Creating Healthy Communities through Innovative Partnerships. More about their work can be found at https://www.huemanpartnershipalliance.org/
Grateful Mind Foundation with John Holien
Stan, Clarence, Barry, and the Health Chatter team chat with John Holien, founder and Chief Holistic Officer of Grateful Mind Foundation, about addiction recovery, healing, and the power of mindfulness-driven community support. John Holien is a wellness advocate and founder dedicated to expanding access to meditation, breathwork, yoga, and gratitude practices for individuals navigating recovery, burnout, and life transitions. Through Grateful Mind Foundation, he works to create meaningful opportunities for personal healing while empowering individuals to serve their communities through holistic education and outreach. Learn more about the Grateful Mind Foundation and John's work here. Join the conversation at healthchatterpodcast.com Brought to you in support of Hue-MAN, who is Creating Healthy Communities through Innovative Partnerships. More about their work can be found at https://www.huemanpartnershipalliance.org/
Prior Authorization & Health with Dr. Archelle Georgiou
Stan, Clarence, Barry, and the Health Chatter team chat with Dr. Archelle Georgiou, physician, healthcare executive, and nationally recognized health media expert, about prior authorizations, patient advocacy, and navigating today’s complex healthcare system. Dr. Georgiou brings more than three decades of experience spanning clinical medicine, managed care, healthcare innovation, executive leadership, and public health communication. With senior leadership roles at major healthcare organizations, extensive board service, and over 2,000 health media segments translating medical complexity for the public, she offers a uniquely comprehensive perspective on how patients can better understand healthcare systems, make informed medical decisions, and advocate for the care they need. Her work as a physician, author, media expert, and healthcare strategist has made her a leading voice in empowering individuals to take control of their health journeys. Learn more about Dr. Georgiou's great work here. Join the conversation at healthchatterpodcast.com Brought to you in support of Hue-MAN, who is Creating Healthy Communities through Innovative Partnerships. More about their work can be found at https://www.huemanpartnershipalliance.org/
Colorectal Cancer
Stan, Clarence, Barry, and the Health Chatter team chat with Dr. Logan Spector, pediatric cancer epidemiologist at the University of Minnesota, about early onset colorectal cancer and what’s driving its rise in younger populations. Dr. Spector specializes in understanding the causes of childhood cancers, including leukemia, bone sarcomas, and hepatoblastoma, using both traditional and genetic epidemiologic approaches. He has led or collaborated on numerous National Cancer Institute–funded studies and currently serves as Chair of the Childhood Cancer and Leukemia International Consortium (CLIC), a global effort to better understand cancer causes. Through his work with the Children’s Oncology Group and international partners, Dr. Spector focuses on uncovering patterns, risk factors, and prevention strategies to improve early detection and long-term outcomes. Learn more about Dr. Spector and his work here Join the conversation at healthchatterpodcast.com Brought to you in support of Hue-MAN, who is Creating Healthy Communities through Innovative Partnerships. More about their work can be found at https://www.huemanpartnershipalliance.org/
The House That Resilience Built with Tom Glaser
Stan, Clarence, Barry, and the Health Chatter team chat with Tom Glaser, licensed psychologist and author, about his new book The House That Resilience Built: A Psychologist's Approach to Healing Childhood Trauma. Tom Glaser is a master’s-level licensed psychologist with over 40 years of experience, specializing in working with trauma survivors. His professional work is deeply shaped by his own journey from childhood trauma to resilience, which informs both his clinical approach and his writing. He is also the author of Full Heart Living: Conversations with the Happiest People I Know, an Amazon bestseller that inspired both a live performance piece and a documentary. In this episode, Tom shares insights from his latest book, an empowering exploration of how individuals can find their voice, reclaim their story, and rebuild their lives after trauma. Blending personal narrative with clinical expertise, he introduces the Seven Building Blocks of Trauma Resilience and offers a compassionate look at how therapy supports the journey from surviving to thriving. Lear more about Tom and his work here. Purchase Tom's new book The House That Resilience Built: A Psychologist's Approach to Healing Childhood Trauma on Amazon or Itasca Books. Join the conversation at healthchatterpodcast.com Brought to you in support of Hue-MAN, who is Creating Healthy Communities through Innovative Partnerships. More about their work can be found at https://www.huemanpartnershipalliance.org/
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