Rural Health Leadership Radio™

Rural Health Leadership Radio™

Hosted by: Dr. Bill Auxier

Over the last ten years, over 100 rural hospitals have closed their doors. Roughly one in three rural hospitals have been identified as “at risk.” If there was ever a need for strong leadership, that time is now. ...

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378: A Conversation with Dr. Kevin Bennett

Episode #378

Collaboration and connection are aspects we often emphasize in rural health. The rural advantage allows us to collaborate with each other and uniquely connect with our communities.  Our guest this week on Rural Health...
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377: Celebrating National Rural Health Day with Tammy Norville

Episode #377

We love to celebrate on Rural Health Leadership Radio, and this week is one of our favorite occasions of the year: National Rural Health Day on November 16th! Since 2011, the National Organization of State Offices of...
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376: Celebrating Veterans Day with Athena Minor, Hannah Zaun, and Kenda Clopton

Episode #376

If you are a veteran, thank you for your service! In recognition of all veterans, Rural Health Leadership Radio is proud to publish this special episode to honor all veterans this Veterans Day Nearly a quarter of all...
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375: A Conversation with Bill Couzens

Episode #375

Over the past decade, we've witnessed substantial declines in cancer prevalence nationwide. However, the reduction in cancer mortality and incidence has been notably slower in rural areas of the United States. To...
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374: A Conversation with Dr. Kristin Wilson

Episode #374

It is so important to ensure future healthcare leaders have an understanding of rural health, and they can learn a lot in the process. One way to do so is to ensure students have the opportunity to learn about rural...
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373: A Conversation with Lili Petricevic

Episode #373

Rural communities have long been touted for their remarkable resilience, and the same spirit is echoed in the hospitals in these communities. Many rural health leaders have a passion for serving the community they...
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372: A Conversation with Ted Matthews

Episode #372

On January 1st, 2023 the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services opened enrollment for a new hospital designation, Rural Emergency Hospitals. Last fall the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services published a...
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371: A Conversation with Dr. Elizabeth Crouch

Episode #371

There are countless remarkable aspects to growing up in a rural community, ranging from the tight-knit bonds within the community to the invaluable mentors. Childhood experiences are major predictors of future health,...
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370: A Conversation with Jacy Warrell

Episode #370

Rural health organizations provide a platform for rural health clinicians, leaders, and patients to learn from one another and advocate for rural health. State rural health organizations help connect communities...
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369: A Conversation With Mindy Cook

Episode #369

Advances in cardiovascular care have significantly improved the morbidity and mortality related to cardiovascular disease in the U.S., however rural areas are still falling behind. Rural residents still have higher...
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368: A Conversation With Kelly Judice, Debbie Beck, and Jyme Kinnard

Episode #368

In the world of rural health, where resources are scarce, emergency preparedness is not just important; it's essential. Join us on this episode of Rural Health Leadership Radio as we dive into how the leaders of...
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367: A Conversation With Ada Blair and Raigan Brown

Episode #367

We love sharing stories of successful hospitals, leaders, and programs on rural health leadership radio. This week we have the pleasure of talking with two rural health leaders of the 2023 National Rural Health...
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