Dr. Herbert Hernandez is a highly dedicated and compassionate physician based in the Philippines, specializing in trauma-informed care for survivors of childhood trauma. As the Co-Founder of Philippines Healthcare Associates, Dr. Hernandez has spent over a decade providing comprehensive, individualized care for young girls who have experienced sexual assault and other forms of abuse. His approach to healing combines physical medical care with psychological support, ensuring that each patient has the resources they need to recover and move forward. Dr. Hernandez is a passionate advocate for childhood trauma prevention and works tirelessly to collaborate with schools, community leaders, and non-profit organizations to promote early intervention and create safer spaces for all children. Visit: https://www.f6s.com/member/dr-herbert-hernandez-ph

Dr. Herbert Hernandez: Transforming Lives Through Trauma-Informed Medical Care

Dr. Christine Alexander-Rager, MetroHealth’s new President and CEO, may be new to the corner office, but she's not new to MetroHealth, not even close. In her 28th year as a family physician at Metro, "Chrissy" as she's known to patients and colleagues, is bringing a patient-first focus to Cleveland's safety-net hospital. She recently sat down and shared her vision, her priorities ... and much more.

'We Can Do Hard Things' A Chat With MetroHealth's New CEO

Emergency Medicine lost a pioneer and great on November 26th when Dr. Greg Henry passed away. He was a true leader in the speciality and had a style that was all his own. In this episode, I talk with some of his close EM friends, Drs. Gillian Schmitz, Roya Caloia, Kurtis Mayz, and Rick Bukata about his history, personality, and legacy. 

Egos Dimwits and Chicken Butts - Remembering Dr. Greg Henry

In this episode from ACEP24, we talk about efforts towards physician wellness and longevity. 

In Search of Wellness and Longevity in EM - ACEP24

In this episode from ACEP24 in Las Vegas, we talk about a group of physicians that chose to unionize after they felt all other avenues had been exhausted to address patient safety and workplace concerns. Unions won't be the solution for everyone or every situation, but it may be the only option is certain settings. 

They Left Us No Choice - A Union Story with Dr. Sean Codier

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Brigham Temple about the proper utilization and education of non-physician practitioners in the emergency department. It is still the physician led team and every emergency patient should have access to emergency physicians, but we discuss how that team integrates non-physician care to ensure patient access and quality. 

The Physician Led Team: NPPs in the ED with Dr. Brigham Temple - ACEP24

In this episode from KACEP24, Dr. Gabe Kelen from the Johns Hopkins Department of Emergency Medicine talks about the issue, impact, and steps towards resolutions. 

Busting at the Seams: Overcrowding in Healthcare with Dr. Gabe Kelen - KACEP24

In this track, we talk with the Gilead FOCUS team and their effort to improve blood borne 
pathogen screening in the emergency department. 

https://www.gilead.com/responsibility/global-health-and-access/focus

Bonus Bytes - Gilead FOCUS Program

Many don't associate emergency medicine with public health opportunities, but the emergency department is often the only access point for many in our society, especially those at higher risk. In this episode, we talk about the UK HCV screening and treatment program with Dr. Daniel Moore. Not only can this make a significant positive impact in your community, but could be a business strategy for your group/facility...making money while saving (more) money. 

https://medicine.uky.edu/sites/research/hcv

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34381848/

https://uknow.uky.edu/uk-healthcare/hepatitis-c-screenings-show-benefits-patient-care

The Screening and Treatment of HCV in the ED - Dr. Daniel Moore

In this episode, I take 20 minutes with Dr. Henry Pitzele about the importance of open minds, open ears, and understanding the realities of politics in emergency medicine. 

Cold Temps and Hot Takes with Dr. Henry Pitzele

Compassionate and dedicated, Dr. Herbert Hernandez co-founded Philippines Healthcare Associates to champion holistic, trauma-focused care.

ACEP Frontline, hosted by Dr. Ryan Stanton, features in-depth conversations on the hottest topics in emergency medicine and critical care.

“Prescription for Hope” captures the stories inside Cleveland’s public hospital system.

Told by the people and patients on the front lines of care, “Prescription for Hope” offers a behind-the-scenes look at how The MetroHealth System is moving beyond medical treatment to improve the foundations of community health and well-being.

Since 1837, MetroHealth has served the community, neighborhoods and people of Greater Cleveland. Its nearly 8,000 caregivers are devoted to a mission of health, healing, humanity … and hope.

“Prescription for Hope” is an in-house production of MetroHealth’s Communication Department. 

Please visit www.metrohealth.org

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