How can hospitals leverage patient satisfaction to improve their performance? How can a hospital effectively provide excellent care in a food desert? What new technology can better support staff? Powering Human Care is a new podcast from Sodexo Healthcare. Join us as host David Gillan discusses with healthcare industry experts the innovations that are at the cutting edge of Powering Human Care.
Vibrant Minds, Thriving Lives (with Sarah Hoit, Chair of Social Impact Partners)
In this powerful episode, host David Gillan is joined by Sarah Hoit—social impact tech CEO, founder of Social Impact Partners, and passionate brain health advocate—to explore the urgent global crisis of brain health, including Alzheimer’s, dementia, and mental health. Sparked by her husband’s early-onset Alzheimer’s diagnosis, Sarah shares her deeply personal journey and the innovative movement it inspired across healthcare, technology, and food systems.
Together, they dive into the science of epigenetics, the growing "food as medicine" movement, and the profound impact of lifestyle factors like nutrition, sleep, exercise, and social connection on brain health and longevity. From AI-powered wellness plans to neuroprotective diets and global innovation competitions, learn how partnerships with organizations like Sodexo are leading change and empowering healthier communities.
This episode is both a source of hope and a call to action—for individuals, employers, and the healthcare system—to embrace holistic well-being and reimagine the future of brain health, starting today.
5 Feb 2025
RX for Success: Enhancing Patient Experience in a Changing World (with Press Ganey and Yale New Haven Health)
In this episode, we explore how hospitals and health systems are adapting to recent changes in HCAHPS scoring. Our guests, Jodie Cunningham from Press Ganey and Tina Bennett from Yale New Haven Health discuss the impact of these shifts on patient experience strategies, the creative approaches being used, and the importance of collaboration across the healthcare industry. We also highlight how real-time feedback, service recovery, and innovative training methods are improving patient care. Tune in for insights on how hospitals are evolving to meet new standards while maintaining a compassionate approach to patient experience.
10 Dec 2024
Healthcare Sustainability: Reducing Costs and Environmental Impact
Healthcare sustainability expert Dr. Gregg Furie shares strategies for reducing environmental impact and costs in healthcare systems while improving human health.
20 Aug 2024
Social Impact: Scalable Solutions for Our Employees and Community
We're back with Season 3. In this episode, David Gillan is joined by Esezele Payne, Atrium Health Vice President, and Donald Jonas, Vice President of Social Impact with Advocate Health. The conversation explores their organization's efforts to address social determinants of health, such as food insecurity, housing, and digital access, particularly for their employees. Esezele and Don discuss the success they've had in implementing innovative programs to support both their staff and the broader community. They highlight initiatives like creating affordable housing, addressing food insecurity, and supporting employment through community investments and partnerships - including practical solutions for smaller organizations.
12 Jun 2024
Brain Health: Innovative Support for Seniors
In this unique episode, David Gillan and his guests Todd Andrews and Sue Paul dive deep into the innovative approaches to brain health and wellness at Asbury Communities. They discuss the importance of whole-person well-being, the concept of brain health as a preventative measure, and how their programs stand out in the senior living industry. Todd and Sue share insights into their pioneering initiatives, including dual-task exercises and cognitive stimulation activities like boxing and rock climbing. Learn about the challenges and successes of implementing these programs, the role of brain health coaches, and the impactful stories of residents embracing these new opportunities to enhance their quality of life. Whether you're concerned about your cognitive future or interested in cutting-edge senior care practices, this episode is packed with valuable information and inspiring narratives.
23 Apr 2024
Children's Healthcare: Mission-Focused
Explore the evolution of pediatric healthcare and community impact with Jenine Rabin, head of the All Children's Foundation at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital. Join the conversation as she shares the hospital's journey from expanding academic missions to transforming fundraising for groundbreaking initiatives. Discover how they address vital community needs, from food insecurity programs (reaching thousands!) to creating thriving, healthy communities. Gain insights into the unique challenges and triumphs of pediatric care, and how collaboration and sharing best practices can elevate healthcare for all.
20 Feb 2024
Rural Healthcare: Partnering for the Clinical Impact of Nutrition
In this episode, we dive into the unique challenges for hospital administration in rural areas. Our guest, Lauren Faison-Clark, CEO of Doctors Memorial Hospital in Perry, Florida, discusses how she and her team address social determinants of health -- especially access to proper nutrition. Listen along as she and host David Gillan explore solutions to hospital challenges, aiming to enhance patient care amidst economic hardships and natural disasters.
23 Jan 2024
Healthier Cities: Chatting with the New York City Mayor's Office of Food Policy
We're proud to welcome from New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ office, Kate MacKenzie, the Executive Director for the Mayor's Office of Food Policy. She and host David Gillan discuss the important work she and her team are doing for the health of the people of New York -- especially at New York City Health and Hospitals, where Sodexo teams are providing nutritious and delicious plant-based meals.
28 Nov 2023
Community Outreach: Food Insecurity and Hospital Strategic Vision
In this episode, David Gillan discusses community outreach team leaders focused on addressing food insecurity at Augusta Health. They explore initiatives like the food pantry and food pharmacy, detailing how they reach participants through community events, referrals, and partnerships with providers. You'll hear about the challenges of screening for food insecurity and the importance of creating a supportive and respectful environment for participants in addition to the role Sodexo plays in supporting programs like the Food Pharmacy, providing healthy food demonstrations, and collaborating on initiatives such as Meals on Wheels. Our guests offer advice for similar programs, emphasizing the value of community partnerships and diversifying funding sources to make a positive impact on food access and nutrition in the community.
17 Oct 2023
Resilient Healthcare: Overcoming the Unexpected
In this episode, David Gillan is joined by Dean Caruso of Yale New Haven Hospital to
discuss the importance of healthcare resilience, emphasizing the need for
efficient supply chain management, workforce sustainability, and financial cost containment in the face of challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic.
19 Sept 2023
Career Paths for Dietetics: A New Frontier
Join us on a captivating journey through the world of nutrition and dietetics in this episode of "Powering Human Care." First, meet the remarkable Dr. Claudia Sealey-Potts, Director of the Doctorate in Clinical Nutrition program at the University of Texas Medical Branch, and an esteemed leader in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Dr. Sealey-Potts shares her inspiring journey, from her roots in Trinidad and Tobago to becoming a trailblazer in boosting the dietitian workforce. In our second segment, Dr. Jen Arts-Salvatore, the director of the Master's in Dietetics Online Program at the University of Rhode Island, takes the stage. Dive into a conversation about the evolving landscape of dietetics education and the crucial role it plays in the future of healthcare. Discover how URI is revolutionizing dietetics education with an innovative and flexible master's program that's accessible to students from across the nation. Explore the challenges and opportunities facing registered dietitians as they navigate a changing industry and a new requirement for a master's degree. Uncover the financial support and incentives available to students, making this essential career path more accessible than ever before. Whether you're a healthcare enthusiast or aspiring dietitian, this episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about the intersection of nutrition and healthcare.
18 Jul 2023
Experiencia: Tomorrow's Insights Today
Experiencia® makes enhancing the patient experience proactive and simple. Using real-time insights, effective training for staff, and even engaging patients with mobile texting – Experiencia can relieve the pesky call light for nurses. How does it work? Listen as David Gillan is joined by 35-year healthcare veteran Gary Tomcik as they discuss Experiencia - the patient rounding tool changing the way patients experience their care.
20 Jun 2023
Reaching Further with Telenutrition
Can telenutrition provide the same level of service as person-to-person care? You may be surprised to hear the added benefits of telenutrition services for patients and staff alike. In this episode, David Gillan and Julie Branham, Sodexo Healthcare’s vice president of clinical nutrition, whose 30 years in the healthcare industry informs how she leads teams and supports healthcare providers in this new age of telecommunication within health care.
16 May 2023
Health Care, Technology and Cybersecurity
Hospital security goes beyond locks on the door – attacks on hospitals put our patients’ information in real danger. Cybersecurity is becoming an integral element of technology management and requires specialized expertise. How secure is your hospital against cyber-attack? In this episode David Gillan is joined by Christopher Falkner, Senior Director of Digital Strategy & Cybersecurity to discuss the importance and process of protecting against cyber attacks.
18 Apr 2023
The Patient Experience
Healthcare is experiencing a patient care revolution. The patient experience directly impacts their care and outcomes – and it will determine the reputation of a hospital. What, then, can we do to ensure the patient experience is excellent? Listen as host David Gillan is joined by Jen Lorenz, Chief of Patient Experience for University Hospitals and Sodexo Vice President of Operations , Mary Rohde, to discuss the latest in patient care.
21 Mar 2023
Fighting Food Insecurity
You’ve heard of food deserts. Have you considered the impacts of food swamps? Alongside Sodexo, hospitals are intervening for the health of their communities. Listen as host David Gillan is joined by Afaf Qasem of Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare and Anne Leach from University Hospitals to discuss proactive measures to address food insecurity.
20 Feb 2023
Health Equity: The Triple Burden of Malnutrition
Cordialis Msora immigrated to the United States and immediately confronted the challenges of living in a food desert, with limited access to nutrition resources. Now she’s a registered dietitian and major advocate for both healthcare providers and patients. Powering Human Care starts with ensuring people have the resources they need to achieve health equity. How do we give everyone a fair shot at healthcare? In this episode, host David Gillan and Msora discuss the critical work being done in the healthcare industry to achieve health equity.
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