AultCaring Conversations - Your Health and Wellness Matters: Recent Episodes

Tracy Dawn Brewer

At AultCare, You Matter. For 36 years, AultCare has provided quality healthcare at an affordable cost to the community it serves. Through the use of innovative plan designs, superior customer service, and a high-quality network, AultCare strives to satisfy enrollees and clients and remain committed to providing affordable health insurance. But we are more than health insurance. Our Care Coordination program and a team of physicians, nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, and other clinical and non-clinical staff are part of our community. Their expertise and experience are available to every AultCare member and we feel it's just as important to share that knowledge with everyone. AultCare provides its members with programs focused on improving all aspects of member health and we want to share that with you, the listener. The Care Coordination program is a unique approach to giving integrated, comprehensive care to its members. We hope you find the content we share valuable, useful, and receive it as a conversation starter with your PCP (Primary Care Physician.) Healthcare is complex and confusing, but it doesn’t need to be. You can rely on AultCare for guidance navigating the healthcare system. AultCare is proud to support its members and serve as a trusted resource in the community.This information is intended for educational purposes only. Consult with a physician for additional guidance.Music by IvyMusic - Inspiration House

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A recap of 2024 and thank you message from AultCaring Conversations!

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In 2024, according to the CDC, 1.63 million or 5.9% of all students currently vape! Today Bruce and I are discussing these staggering statistics and Bruce offers a lot of great resources!

Smokefree.gov – a website with info and tools to help people

Truth Initiative - a more youth-focused organization providing resources to help teens quit vaping

American Lung Association – Another place providing educational materials about the dangers of vaping

CDC – Always provides reliable data on the health risks of vaping

Your local health department is also a great place to discover what vaping initiatives are available in your community.

Aultman's Give it Up Program

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Today you get to meet Jayna Lennington and Tori Hargett, both part of our wellness team and hear a terrific discussion on how to focus on ourselves during the busy holiday season! The resources they have shared below are worth saving and sharing!

Healthy Recipe SubstitutesCranberry Orange Water RecipeSeasoning Alternatives to SaltCool Weather WorkoutsSeasonal Affective DisorderCoping with Holiday StressFighting StressThings you should know about Stress

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Welcome to a new episode of AultCaring Conversation! Today, I have a great team representing our health and wellness department at many employer locations! We’re going to talk about our wellness centers with new guest, Maria Daisher and returning guests, Joy Benjamin and Tyler Barney.

AultCare Health & Wellness

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Welcome to a new episode of AultCaring Conversations and a new guest!

Today you will hear from Julie Miller, a CNP GYN/ONC certified nurse practitioner focusing on gynecologic oncologist specialties.

Aultman Cancer Center

American Cancer SocietyOne-Page Cancer Screening Sheet

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Today, I have a trio to discuss Aultman Lab Services!
Julie Girton, Director of Aultman Lab Services, Rachel Milam, Sales Manager and Tiffany Davis, Pre-Analytic Supervisor join me today to discuss everything from careers to the facilities that provide this essential service.

Also, plan on attending the Aultman Dover location on Thursday, September 12, 2024 from 3 - 5 pm for their Open House!

Aultman Lab ServicesAultman Laboratory Locations and Hours of Operation

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Welcome to a new episode of AultCaring Conversations with another expanded footprint reaching our Wayne County audience! Today, we have Nick Napolitan, a physical therapist, and an athletic trainer with Aultman Orrville.

Nick is joining me today to provide some education about concussions -- just in time for the fall sports season!

Aultman offers concussion and vestibular therapy at four locations. For a list of all therapy locations, click the link below!

Aultman Tusc
Phone: 330-363-6215

Aultman Alliance
Phone: 330-596-6700

Aultman Carrollton
Phone: 330-627-6801

Aultman Orrville
Phone: 330-684-4735

Locations

Concussion Management

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Today I’m talking with Anne Taylor and Tony Carpenter from Aultman Imaging Services. Our discussion includes information about imaging services Aultman Health System provides across our region, including some of the latest technologies available! Anne and Tony have a combined 60+ years of experience, illustrating the education and opportunities a career with Aultman Imaging Services can provide. Join us for more information!

Imaging Services

Imaging Service LocationsImaging - Categories

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I’m so excited to bring you an organization that we have sponsored in our community for such a long time and they have a special place in our hearts: Wishes Can Happen! Today I have Madelyn Sweeney, the Community Relations Director for the organization and we will share all they do for the young lives in our surrounding area.

Learn more about the organization: Wishes Can Happen

Donate now: WHBC WishesBuy a chance to win/donate the playhouse castle!Keep up with events

Follow Wishes Can Happen on Social Media

Volunteer

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Today I am happy to have Allison Lipely, Exercise Physiologist and the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Lead with Aultman Deuble Heart and Vascular Hospital. Allison shares a lot of new information about the age we should be talking about smoking with our kids to the #1 cancer that affects smokers...and it may not be what first comes to mind.

Plus, she shares the FREE smoking cessation program anyone can access with Aultman!

Aultman's Give it Up Program

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Today, we're so happy to have Natalie Raber, nurse practitioner with Aultman Hospice & Palliative Care and Supportive Oncology Clinic, here with us.

We’re going to address advance directives, when you should start considering those (it's earlier than you think!), when you should start discussing with your family and friends, where to store them and more!

Aultman Hospice and Palliative CareAdvance Directives

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To begin, if you have experienced violence or need immediate assistance, please call 911 or go to your local emergency room or urgent care. Aultman Serenity nurses are available in the ER, at Aultman Main Campus, Aultman Orrville, and Aultman Massillon, 24 hours a day, in addition to what we will share in this episode.
Joey Compton is the program coordinator, is a Registered Nurse, holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Business, and is clinically experienced in emergency department nursing/forensic nursing and is also known as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE).

Aultman Serenity Program

Stark County

DVPI

Compass

Not For Sale

Wayne County

OneEighty - Domestic Violence, Drug Treatment & More | OneEighty (one-eighty.org)

Upcoming Educational Conferences:

Aultman Hospital Human Trafficking Symposium: Getting Comfortable with Uncomfortable Conversations - Tuesday, September 17th from 8-12.

Frontline to Freedom - Human Trafficking Conference - October 4 from 8-4

Domestic Violence Collaborative Seminar - September 27 from 8-4

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We're welcoming back Tyler Barney from our Wellness Team and our discussion revolves how to create and maintain a positive Mindset.

Tyler was involved with our first AultCaring in the Community event for the year, when we helped the En-Rich-MENT organization in their community garden on Earth Day!

We were able to catch up at the event and his positive energy and outlook on how someone can make a difference in others' lives, whether it’s through words or actions, is what what sparked this episode!

Our mental health is so important and it can help if we start with ourselves and our mindset. Tyler shared how he has worked on shaping his mindset throughout life and found it so impactful, we wanted to share his work and methods surrounding strengthening and maintaining a positive Mindset with you!

Can Optimism make a Difference in your life - from our online health library

Growth Mindset whitepaperMindset Training to help reduce student stressSteps to maintaining a healthy mind

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I’m very excited to introduce our first guest from Aultman Woodlawn, Angie Eaton! Angie is the director of Post-acute therapy at Aultman! It's amazing to hear everything that's involved with Inpatient therapy and how they address not only the whole person but caregivers as well!

Aultman Woodlawn is very much open and thriving with more opportunities for care than ever before!

Aultman Inpatient Rehab

Aultman Outpatient therapy

At-home health therapy

Therapy locations

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As someone who has hit the acceptable age to join the Aultman Generations Program, I am very excited that Joy Burch is with me today! Joy is not only the Spiritual Care Manager, she leads the volunteer program and the Aultman Generations Program! We’re going to share information about the Generations Program today!

All about Aultman Generations

Register for free for Aultman GenerationsLocal partner discountsCalendar of eventsSign up for email updates Call for more information: 330-363-6262

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I feel like this is a once-in-a-lifetime moment, I get to geek out with 2 doctors about the solar eclipse coming up on a podcast!
Welcome Dr. Jean Paddock, President of Aultman College, and Dr. Hope Badawy, Assistant Professor of Biology!

Listen in as they share some amazing facts and helpful hints about watching the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024!

Solar Eclipse information on Aultman.org

iNaturalist App

Ideas from the collaboration between iNaturalist and Ohio ODNR Recommended BooksEclipse and Revelation edited by Henrike Lange and Tom McLeish

Totality: The great American eclipse of 2024By Mark Littmann and Fred Espenak

Sun Moon Earth: The History of Solar Eclipses from Omens of Doom to Einstein and Exoplanets. By Tyler Nordgren

In the Shadow of the Moon: The Science, Magic, and Mystery of Solar Eclipses. By Anthony Aveni

Interactive Map

Powerpoint Presentation with support from The Wilderness Center

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It’s almost Spring and we’re moving into March and the end of the first quarter of the year already! Today’s episode focuses on being a member of AultCare and the responsibilities and abilities to advocate fully as a member.

There are many tools available to you to help you on your health and wellness journey so I’m here to share some reminders about those today.

Member Account PortalRegister for a Member AccountFind a ProviderMember FormsTelehealthRx ServicesHealth & Wellness ServicesSelf-Service Health & Wellness LibraryExplanation of Benefits FAQsHealth Insurance 101

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Today I’m excited to share so much great information from American Heart Association’s Senior Community Impact Director, Valerie Weber! Val leads our community consisting of 9 counties in the American Heart Association’s mission of education, service, advocacy, and research surrounding heart disease. I learned so much about what they are doing and I know you’ll come away with new knowledge as well!

Local American Heart Association Events:

  • Tri-County Go Red For Women • April 11, 2024 | Waypoint 4180 Canfield, Oh
  • 2024 Northeast Ohio Golf Classic • June 3, 2024 | Youngstown Country Club
  • The 27th Annual Bill Phillips Classic • May 20, 2024 | The Quarry Golf Club
  • Greater Akron Heart Walk • | June 15, 2024 | Canal Park Akron, Ohio heart.org/akronwalk
  • Wayne County Heart Walk • September 19, 2024 | Kinney Fields Wooster, OH | heart.org/wayneheartwalk
  • Stark County Heart Walk • September 21, 2024 | Hall of Fame Village, Play Action Plaza, Canton Ohio heart.org/starkheartwalk
  • Tri-County Heart Ball • Date & Location TBD
  • Akron Canton Heart Ball • Date & Location TBD

Visit heart.org for resources on heart health: American Heart Association | To be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives

  • Nutrition standards: The American Heart Association Diet and Lifestyle Recommendations | American Heart Association
  • CPR:
  • If folks are interested in CPR certification, they can enter their zip code here https://atlas.heart.org/home to find a training center near them.
  • If they are interested in Hands-Only CPR they can view the resources here: Hands-Only CPR | American Heart Association CPR & First Aid

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Today, I have a great episode in store for you because I have Kim Kroh on our program today! Kim is the Executive Director of the American Red Cross of Heartland, Stark, and Muskingum Lakes Chapter.

Local phone: 330-453-0146

American Red CrossHost a Blood DriveBecome a VolunteerTraining ProgramsMilitary & Veteran Services Disaster ReliefInternational Services

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Today I’m happy to share some terrific community resources with you – the Aultman WOW team! Listen to my conversation with Liz and Sherin to learn more about their work and how YOU can request their team at your next event or job site!

WOW team online request form

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We volunteer because You Matter.

The surrounding community has been a great supporter of AultCare since the beginning. As a thank you, it is part of our mission to give back through our AultCaring in the Community initiative. Every year, our employees donate their time and energy to volunteer at local non-profit organizations. These efforts can create a significant impact on our community, and our ‘You Matter’ mentality helps to guide our actions.

Request our colleague volunteers for the 2024 season here!

AultCaring in the Community

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A quick overview of our 2nd season and some sneak peeks at what you can look forward to in our 3rd year of AultCaring Conversations!

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Today we have two guests who will share a LOT of information about the HealthCare Marketplace and what A Marketplace Plan offers to individuals and families who are looking for a health plan. Mike Novelli, Vice President of AultCare, and Kevin Harvey, Marketplace Manager.

Learn more about Open Enrollment, some important updates and information regarding Marketplace Plans (also known as ACA plans/Obamacare plans/ Exchange/ healthcare.gov plans) and:

  • Time period
  • Rates
  • Advanced premium tax credits
  • Benefits including formulary
  • "the Family Glitch"
  • Updated Networks (we have 2)

Resources:

aultcare.com/myaultcare

myaultcare.com

healthcare.gov

Sign up by December 15, 2023 for coverage to start January 1, 2024!

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Happy Holidays and Season’s greetings! I’m excited to bring you these helpful hints from one of our amazing dietitians, Colleen Barrickman!

We just dive right into discussing some great ideas to stay healthy during all of the upcoming festivities…listen in!

Resources:

Healthy Recipe Substitutions PDF

No Sugar Added Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe PDF

Spinach, Egg, and Mushroom Casserole Recipe PDF

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Julie Steiner is back on the program today with a great discussion about Holiday Blues. It’s important to differentiate what those blues are compared to other feelings you may be experiencing this time of year. Plus, it’s a great reminder of how common these blues are among us! Listen in as she shares her insight, and always discuss your feelings with your primary care physician and counselors.

Resources:

AultCare Health & WellnessNAMI - Tips to manage the Holiday Blues

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In today’s episode, I am so happy to bring Dr. Shilad to you today!

Dr. Shilad is an amazing provider with Aultman, and she has such a wonderful way of making you feel comfortable while she offers a wealth of information about Breast Cancer.

Aultman Breast Care Center

Aultman Breast Surgery

Dr. Sabrina Shilad

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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Today’s episode features a special guest, Dr. Carrie Meyer from Amplifon! Dr. Meyer is an Audiologist and Director of Clinical Programs with Amplifon Hearing Health Care.

We're so happy to share this conversation with you during Audiology Awareness Month and emphasize the importance of getting your hearing checked as another measure of whole health wellness…so listen in (pun intended) to this episode!

AultCare - Find a Provider DirectoriesAmplifon FAQAmplifon website

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Today’s episode features an entire team! Coming back as guests are Dr. Wymyslo, AultCare’s Chief Medical Director, Jeannie Archinal, Registered Nurse and Health Coach and Stacy Creaturo and we’re discussing Osteoporosis and falls. Listen to this important discussion to stay aware of why it’s so important to be as careful as possible.AultCare Health & WellnessAultCare Case ManagementBone Health & Osteoporosis FoundationInternational Osteoporosis FoundationStead U Ohio

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Today I’m fortunate to get to bring you Erin Domenico, the Executive Director of Pharmacy of the Aultman Health System. Erin shares her insight as a pharmacist about the cold and flu season, which is very timely!

Resources:

AultCare Pharmacy Services

Aultman Retail Pharmacy

CDC - Flu

CDC-Cold

CDC-RSV

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Happy Farmers Market Week! We have a timely discussion to help celebrate these amazing markets during August 6-12…a podcast episode with our own Colleen Barrickman! Colleen is a repeat guest on our program, and we’re sharing the reasons to shop at your local farmer’s markets and how to do it successfully!

Resources:

2023 Local Farmers Market Schedule

Storing Fruits & VegetablesShoppers Guide to Pesticides

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Today you will get to hear firsthand what it’s like working with our wellness team from an employer! Mike Lauber from Tusco Manufacturing is our guest, and he asked to share how his organization has benefited from having a great relationship with our wellness nurses, dietitians, nutritionists, health coaches and programs. I hope it inspires other businesses to consider how wellness can significantly improve their employees’ lives!

AultWell Program

AultCare Health and Wellness

Tusco Manufacturing

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Today, we're really glad to share the conversation with one of our amazing Wellness team members, Joy Benjamin. Joy is a repeat guest on our program, and for good reason; she makes topics like ours today, Menopause, easy to talk about and offers so much information! Listen to our conversation to learn more!

Resources:

Dr. Sarah Gottfried, MD

https://www.saragottfriedmd.com

https://drannacabeca.com/

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Today we’re going to talk about ERGs, and employee resource groups, with Alisha Davidson, the Aultman Employee Engagement & Inclusion Specialist. Our colleagues’ inclusivity and diversity are not only vital but celebrated, and we hope you enjoy learning how we are approaching those needs at the Aultman Health Foundation!

aultman.org/careers

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I’m excited to share the conversation with you today! Our sales team has the honor of meeting so many people in our community, and you get to hear from two of the best, Michael Furcolo and Lauren Berbari, today. We’re going to share information about the MEWA product that we offer in conjunction with the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce. If you’re a small business owner with less than 50 employees and want to provide healthcare benefits, this episode is for you!

Michael Furcolo email

Lauren Berbari email

MEWA with AultCare

Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce

AultValue

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Today we’re going to support Stroke Awareness Month with a discussion about this important disease. Andrea Beard joins me on the program today, and she has so much to discuss. Please share this with your friends and family because timing matters too much when it comes to battling a Stroke! Listen in to learn How and Why.

If you suspect you are having a stroke, please call 9-1-1 IMMEDIATELY. While we encourage the use of the Aultman Anywhere App to check the wait times, stroke symptoms and chest pain are among the highest priority cases seen at Aultman’s emergency rooms and will be triaged accordingly.

Resources:
https://www.stroke.org

Caregiver and Stroke Survivor Resources

  1. Call 1-888-4-STROKE (1-888-478-7653) or visit stroke.org to learn more about stroke or find local support groups.
  2. Sign up for our monthly Stroke Connection e-news for stroke survivors and caregivers at StrokeConnection.org.
  3. Connect with others who have also had an experience with stroke by joining our Support Network at stroke.org/SupportNetwork. (Family Warm Line)

Andrea's F.A.S.T. Video

Printable PDFs:

Stroke HeroMeasuring your BPImprove my BPAultCare Stroke FlyerHow to improve my cholesterolTIA warning SignsStroke Risk AssessmentUnderstanding your BP numbers

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Today we’re going to discuss an important topic that every adult needs to have in place, advance directives. You may recognize these better as a Living Will and a Healthcare Power of Attorney.

Dr. Whetstine joins me today to share her knowledge and suggestions on how easy it is to put these documents in place. It’s an important conversation to have with your family and offers resources to do it on your own and for free.

Choices - Living Well at the End of Life ( Living will and Healthcare Power of Attorney included in packet)

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Today you get to meet another great leader, Denette Edwards. Denette is the director of AultComp MCO, one of the many layers of helpful organizations under the Aultman Health Foundation.  As an employer in our area, you’re going to learn all about the managed care organization and how they help you with workers’ compensation.

AultComp MCO website

AultComp TPA website

Ohio BWC website

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Today’s episode features a personal story from one of our wellness nurses, Jacki Middaugh. Jacki is sharing her experience with Lyme Disease. We hope you hear how she was diagnosed, and it offers some insight into how diligent you need to be to not only prevent it but also get treatment. Thanks again to Jacki for sharing her story with everyone.

Ohio Department of Health

Ohio Department of Natural Resources

AultCare Health & Wellness Library

AultCare Flyer on Vector-Borne Illnesses

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If you’re looking for a career, you’re going to want to stay tuned to this episode! Today Laura O’Donnell, a Recruiter with the Aultman Health Foundation, is sharing everything you need to know about our careers, benefits, and what to expect during your process to join our team!

Careers at Aultman

Contact HR

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Today, we get the chance to catch up with a terrific team! Brenda, Brooke, and Crystal represent a dozen RNs as part of AultCare’s Primary Care Connection program and team.

You can learn more about this unique opportunity for our members to have an advocate by their side along their health journey.

AultCare's Primary Care Connection Team

Program Flyer

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Happy Heart Month! I’m excited to bring Cameron Casimir to you today!

Cameron has been with Aultman’s Cardiac Rehabilitation department for 9 years as the Exercise Physiologist and is the Cardiac Rehab Lead. His information today is so valuable; it could keep you from meeting him personally one day, which is sort of the ultimate goal once you hear how you work with him in his department. Listen in to learn more!

Resources:
American Heart Association

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Today we’re kicking off Heart Month with a discussion about heart disease with Cindie Berbari, RN, BSN. Cindie is a repeat guest with us, and today we’re focusing on her expertise on this topic because of her history in cardiovascular care. I hope this gets your mind focused on some things you can do to keep your heart healthy!

Resources
American Heart Association

CDC Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Get Fit with AultCare - YouTube

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Today you’re going to meet a team with great experience and knowledge to help you quit a very addicting situation: nicotine. Bruce Joseph and Emily Wilson are here to share their expertise with our community. If you’re making plans to quit any nicotine product or want to support someone quitting, there is a lot of valuable information in today’s episode.

aultman.org/giveitup 

330-363-5403

1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669)

American Cancer Society

American Lung Association

Breathing Association of Ohio

Aultman's 'Give it Up' Program

Great American Smokeout

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Welcome to season 2 of  AultCaring Conversations. As we kick off our new season with our first podcast, I have to extend a special thanks to our colleague Gina K, who graciously reached out to us to share her personal health journey. 

Gina has experienced personal success by making some reasonable changes in her life that allowed her to get her health back in balance.  Along with Gina, we’ve brought back our Wellness Coach and Dietitian, Joy Benjamin, who will provide a clinical voice during our discussion.

Links mentioned in the podcast:

www.myfitnesspal.com

www.eatingwell.com

AultCare Health and Wellness Team

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Today is a special recap episode for our last 2022 podcast session! Abbey Murphy and I come full circle with a review of all episodes that were brought to you this year, so if you missed out on listening to a topic, we’re going to list off what those discussions contained. We’re going to offer a little insight into the 2023 season as well. It’s been a phenomenal first season with over 2000 downloads! The community has been very receptive, and we can’t thank you enough for your support! Enjoy this recap, and we’ll see you for season 2 in January 2023!

Email us at whereyoumatter@aultcare.com with any episode topic requests for Season 2 in 2023!

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Today I’ll introduce you to Lori Edmunds from our wellness team. We’re going to discuss habits, and the insight Lori offers into how we establish them and the hints to help start and stop the good and bad are really amazing! I hope you find our discussion helpful!

Atomic Habits - by James Clear

AultCare Health & Wellness

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Today you’re going to get to know Dr. Lopez, a Plastic/Cosmetic/Reconstructive Surgeon with the  Aultman Medical Group. Not only does he discuss the procedures he offers, but you’ll get to know him on a personal level as he shares a little bit about his creative endeavors! We learned so much about this field and know you will as well!

Resources:

aultmandocs.com

Holiday promotion

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Today we have two guests who will share a LOT of information about the HealthCare Marketplace and what A Marketplace Plan offers to individuals and families who are looking for a health plan. Mike Novelli, Vice President of AultCare, and Kevin Harvey, Marketplace Manager. 

Learn more about Open Enrollment,  some important updates and information regarding Marketplace Plans (also known as ACA plans/Obamacare plans/ Exchange/ healthcare.gov plans) and:

  • Time period
  • Rates
  • Advanced premium tax credits
  • Benefits including formulary
  • "the Family Glitch"

Resources:

aultcare.com/home/find-a-plan/individuals-and-families/

myaultcare.com

healthcare.gov

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Today you get the opportunity to hear from Ronda Langenfeld, Register Nurse, Health Coach, and member of our Disease Management Team. Her experience with Cardiovascular Health is tremendous and she’s sharing Life’s Essential 8 with us today. I know you’ll find it helpful and informative!

American Heart Association

AultCare Health & Wellness
330-363-6360 - Ask for a Wellness Nurse

PrimeTime Health & Wellness
330-363-6360 - Ask for a Wellness Nurse

MyPlate

The Great American Smokeout

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Today I have the opportunity to speak with Rhiannon Nicholas, who we introduced in episode 7 as our Behavioral health nurse on our Disease Management team. Today we discuss Seasonal Affective Disorder, also known as SAD. I learned so much about this diagnosis and I hope you come away from our discussion with more information and some possible talking points that you can review with your PCP (Primary Care Physician.)

Resources:

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline - Hours: Available 24 hours. Languages: English, Spanish. Learn more CALL #988

American Psychiatric Association

National Institute of Mental Health

AultCare flyer on S.A.D.

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Today I'm very happy to share a conversation with you between me and Mechelle Metzgar. Mechelle is the Diabetes Educator at Aultman and a dear friend. We share a common bond, which we discuss, and her expertise, compassion, and real dedication to the community shines through. I hope you enjoy this episode and come away with a better understanding of how common diabetes is in our community. If you are affected in any way, you are not alone.

Resources:

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation

American Diabetes Association

Aultman Diabetes Program or call 330-363-5235

Recipes from ADA

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Today you’re going to get to know Jeannie Archinal. Jeannie is an RN, Health Coach, and an amazing part of our wellness team. Jeannie is also a breast cancer survivor. She shares her story with you today and offers so many excellent hints and resources. I hope you are empowered to be proactive with your health and get your preventive screenings after hearing her story.

Resources:

National Comprehensive Cancer Network

CDC

National Breast Cancer Foundation

Susan G Komen Foundation

Aultman Breast Care Center

Information about the Aultman Shoppes Boutique

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Today I’m very happy to introduce you to Tyler Barney! Tyler is one of the newest members of our wellness team and he is so upbeat, motivating, sincere, and positive! I hope you enjoy this topic of the Power of One and take some ideas away to start implementing this program into your hour, your day, your week, and more; one step at a time!

• American Council On Exercise
• Institute of Medicine
• World Health Organization
• Northwestern Medicine
• CDC
• National Academy of Sciences
• ACE The Professional Guide To Health and Wellness Coaching

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What an honor to have Liesa Conversino on our podcast today. She shares her expertise in behavioral health to discuss situational grief. We realize this is a small discussion around a big topic but Liesa offers suggestions and guidance that can help us deal with such a heavy feeling. Always consult with your provider and seek individualized help when dealing with your mental health.

The resources mentioned in the episode

Aultman Behavioral Health

Aultman Grief Services

Dr. Kristin Neff- Self-Compassion
Dr. Elisabeth Kübler-Ross And The Five Stages of Grief®

Transforming Grief & Loss Workbook - Ligia Houben

Voices Of Alzheimer's: Courage, Humor, Hope, And Love In The Face Of Dementia

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Today we have Dr. Carl Barrick, Dermatologist at Dermatology, Surgery, and Cosmetics of Northeast Ohio. We discuss everything from skin care routines, and what is SPF;  to skin cancer and healthy routines. I know you’re going to learn something new to help you be the best you can be!

Canton Repository article about Dr. Barrick

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On today's episode, we have Dr. Johnson from the Aultman Sleep Lab. Dr. Johnson shares some high-level insight on sleep conditions, helpful hints on getting good sleep, and his insight on everything from naps to sleep Quality. We know you'll find this interesting and informative and encourage you to look into meeting with the Aultman Sleep Lab if you feel the need to seek medical help regarding your sleep.

Dr. Clifford G. Johnson, MD

Sleep Center at Aultman Hospital

Common Sleep Disorders

Sleep Apnea Quiz - Discuss your results with your Primary Care Physician

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I can’t begin to tell you how happy I am to bring to you this amazing man, Bruce Joseph. He has candidly shared his health journey facing Prostate Cancer and his strength and sense of humor are inspiring. I hope you share this episode with your friends and family to help remind men to have a good relationship with a healthcare team.

Prostate Cancer- Information from Cancer.org

Health & Wellness at AultCare - Disease Management

Health & Wellness at AultCare - Wellness Team

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We're so happy to bring Dr. Edmund Wymyslo to you today.

Dr. Wymyslo is AultCare’s new Chief Medical Director. His insight and professional approach to Adult Immunizations are the perfect reminder for all of us to foster a relationship with a trusted physician. I hope you are reminded to have this conversation with your Primary Care Physician (also known as your PCP).

Here are the resources he mentions in today's episode:

CDC website

ACIP website

United States Preventive Services Task Force

Ohio Impact Statewide Immunization Information System (ImpactSIIS)

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We're so excited to share some great information about Aultman College with you today!

Dr. Jean Paddock is my guest today and she is such a passionate advocate about our wonderful facility, the programs, and most of all, the students! We know you’ll learn something new about our wonderful College and what they offer!

Important dates:

Academic Calendar

  • August 1st Fall application deadline

‐ September 6th- First day of Fall classes

‐ December 1st -Spring application deadline

‐ January 9th - First day of Spring classes

‐ February 1st RAD application deadline for Fall 2023

Application Deadlines

  • August 1st Fall

‐ December 1st Spring

‐ February 1st RAD Fall 2023

‐ April 1st Summer

Apply Now

RSVP for Preview Day, June 8, 2022, 6 PM - 8 PM

Donate to Aultman College

Social Media Platforms:

Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
LinkedIn
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Today Jeff Kistler joins our conversation to discuss Pharmacy. This important department is a hidden gem that our community has access to in regards to medications and medication therapies. We know you’ll find our discussion fascinating because as Jeff mentions; pharmacists have some of the most frequent interactions with you when it comes to your health and wellness. We hope you come away from our discussion more informed about their connection to you!

Pharmacy Services on AultCare.com - Location of our formularies, directories, Step Therapy Program information, Quantity Limit information, Drug Recalls and more.

How to find a Pharmacy - PDF download

Pharmacy contact information:

Telephone: 330-363-6360 or
toll free 1-800-344-8858

Email: AultCarePharmacy@aultcare.com

Fax: 330-363-3284

Mail: Attn: AultCare Pharmacy Department, 2600 Sixth Street S.W., Canton, Ohio 44710

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On today’s episode, I’m excited to have Abbey Murphy back with us to discuss the AultCare Wellness Program! I’m happy to share this unique program with everyone because it’s available to the community and employers with and without an AultCare Health Plan. Check out this amazing team and what they can do for you!

Email: abbey.murphy@aultcare.com about the program and let her know you heard about it on the podcast!

Visit our website for more Health & Wellness program information: https://www.aultcare.com/home/member-resources/health-and-wellness

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On today’s episode, Rhiannon shares her knowledge regarding Mental and Behavioral help. This is such an important topic and one that we hope will offer useful suggestions to everyone in our community. Please share it to help destigmatize seeking support and care for our entire selves- mentally and physically.

Rhiannon's Team - Intake Nurse Cindie Berbari 330-363-4917

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Hours: Available 24 hours - 800-273-8255

Stark County Mental Health

Mental Health Recovery Board of Wayne & Holmes County

Alcohol, Drug Addiction, and Mental Health Services Board of Summit County

NAMI - National Alliance on Mental Illness

Substance Abuse & Mental Health Service Administration

Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services

Alcohol, Drug Addiction, and Mental Health Services

On AultCare.com
Mental Health Facts - PDF
Behavioral Health Education - PDF

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I’m so happy to highlight our Grievance and Appeal’s fearless leader, Kayla Heath today. If you have ever had an issue with your healthcare, from medicine to facility to doctor; you have this team on your side as advocates. I hope you learn how valuable they are to you through this episode.

Grievance & Appeals flyer from AultCare

AultCare website (scroll down to the Appeals & External Review tab)

PrimeTime Health Plan website (click the Grievance, Coverage Determination, & Appeals tab)

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Today, we are pleased to present Mike Novelli. Mike shares a wealth of information about Medicare, specifically explaining what PrimeTime Health Plan’s 5-Star Rating from the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services, means to our community.

We hope you learn something new or gain some clarity on something you thought you knew about Medicare. Enjoy this conversation!

Medicare Advantage with PrimeTime Health Plan

Medicare Supplement with PrimeTime Choices

Original Medicare

Information about PTHP's 5-Star Rating

Information about Part D and the Tiers

Questions? You can contact:

Trisha Witts
330-363-2046

Debbie Banal
Call 330-363-2006

Karen Krantz
Call 330-363-2020

Download the 5-star information guide

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On today’s episode, I have the opportunity to talk to David Bratton about healthcare plans and health insurance. We discuss common terms and basics of not only AultCare but healthcare coverage in general. I hope you find our discussion informative!

Visit our Health Insurance 101 page

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Today we wanted to share something special about our Utilization Management Team. I’m so excited to introduce to you the current Nurse Leader of the Year, selected by the American Association of Managed Care Nurses (AAMCN), Mr. Scott Mastran. But…as an added bonus, we have Ms. Monika Yadrnak who was the previous recipient of this National award!

AAMCN website announcement - Scott Mastran

AAMCN Facebook page announcement about Monika Yadrnak

Utilization Management information for AultCare

Utilization Management information for PrimeTime Health Plan

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Today’s episode is in honor of our Black and Brown community for Black History Month. I have the privilege of speaking with two colleagues to discuss health and wellness but also address the disparities our Black and Brown community faces. Their professional opinions and personal stories are enlightening and honest. I hope you listen with an open heart and come away with some ideas on how we can bridge gaps and better care for one another.

Questions Lisa mentions providers can ask & say:

How do we develop a trusting relationship?
What are some of the things I can do to confirm I have your best interest in mind?
I promise to listen and repeat back what I hear to ensure I have heard you and understand you.
I promise to provide services and ensure you have the best treatment options.

References from the podcast:

Studies have shown that there was a large increase of covered members within the Black community since the Affordable Care Act was implemented.

Studies show overall; there are higher risk factors in the Black community for health conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and pregnancy-related issues.

Article regarding Black infant illustration

From Lisa Johnson:

Medical Apartheid - by Harriet Washington

Working Together to Reduce Black Maternal Mortality

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Today we had a great discussion about resolutions. Maybe you're in the middle of trying to keep one or possibly you haven't started one...and that's okay!

Joy and Julie are both certified Life Coaches and have amazing perspectives on how we can set up goals, stay motivated, avoid negative self-talk, and more.

SMART goals informational flyer

Motivation & Resilience Presentation - Julie Steiner

Article on SMART goals

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Welcome to AultCaring Conversations! Your Health and Wellness Matters.
In today's episode, I'm joined with Abbey Murphy, Manager of the AultCare Health and Wellness department. We will share what we will be bringing to you through this podcast.

You can follow along with our bi-monthly episodes starting January 26, 2022! Each episode will be released on a Wednesday.

Would you like to offer a topic? Email us at whereyoumatter@aultcare.com

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Thanks for following along! You Matter!