North Country Healthcare’s podcast, "Rural Roots," explores the people and teams that make NCH a cornerstone of care in our region. Each episode dives into the work, impact, and collaboration across NCH affiliates- WMC, AVH, UCVH, and NCHHHA. From IT to nursing, we celebrate the contributions of every team member and share insights on how we can work together to better serve our communities. Tune in for stories that strengthen our bond and enhance our care. Because when we understand each other, we work better together.
Rural Roots: A Road Less Traveled Presented By NCH- Episode 3
In this episode of Rural Roots: A Road Less Travelled, Ren and Gavin sit down with members of the WOMB Initiative to talk about motherhood, maternity care, and what it means to build support for families across the North Country.
Together, they explore the realities of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum life in a rural community, where geography, access, trust, and connection can all shape a family's experience. The conversation also highlights the North Country PhotoVoice project, on display at Androscoggin Valley Hospital throughout August, which uses photographs and personal stories to bring the lived experiences of local women into the conversation about maternity care.
From doulas and community support to informed choice and the importance of truly listening to women, this episode looks at what it takes to create a stronger village around mothers and families. It is a conversation about partnership, visibility, and making sure the voices of the people receiving care are part of how rural healthcare continues to grow.
17 Jun 2026
Rural Roots: A Road Less Travelled Presented by NCH- Episode 20
In this episode of Rural Roots: A Road Less Travelled, Ren and Gavin sit down with Angie Schierer, President of Ambulatory Operations at North Country Healthcare, to explore the often unseen side of healthcare that happens long before a patient ever walks through a hospital door.
Angie shares her journey into healthcare leadership and offers an inside look at the role ambulatory services play in keeping rural communities healthy. Together, they discuss access to care, the importance of prevention and primary care, and the unique challenges rural patients face when transportation, distance, and provider shortages become barriers to getting the care they need.
The conversation also explores leadership, innovation, and what it takes to build systems that work for both patients and healthcare teams. Along the way, Angie reflects on lessons learned throughout her career, the value of listening, and the opportunities she sees for the future of rural healthcare.
From community health to healthcare access, this episode is a reminder that some of the most important care happens outside the walls of a hospital, and that strong rural healthcare starts with meeting people where they are.
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17 Dec 2025
Rural Roots: A Road Less Travelled Presented by NCH- Episode 23
In this special Season One recap of Rural Roots: A Road Less Travelled, we look back at some of our favorite moments from the first season of the podcast, stories that reminded us why this work, and these people, matter so much.
From leadership reflections and career journeys to personal moments that shaped why people choose healthcare, this episode weaves together clips that capture the heart of North Country Healthcare. You’ll hear about work-life balance, growth at NCH, nontraditional paths into healthcare, and the quiet, human moments that connect us all.
As we revisit voices from across the System, this recap celebrates the shared values, resilience, and sense of community that define care in the North Country.
Whether you’ve listened to every episode or are just tuning in, this season in review is a reminder that behind every role is a story, and every story helps shape who we are.
Tune in as we reflect, reconnect, and look ahead to what’s next on the road less travelled.
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