This episode of Patient Innovations delves into the realities of living with depression, featuring personal stories, expert insights, and organizational perspectives.

Guests:

• Julie Berggren shares her journey with depression, the challenges she faced, and the tools that have supported her mental health.
• Dr. Talee Vang, award-winning psychologist and Vice President of Health Equity at Hennepin Healthcare, emphasizes the role of cultural sensitivity, equity, and access in effective mental health care.
• Shannon Stauff, COO of Cadre, a mental health app, discusses her journey in the mental health space and how Cadre, a MN based startup is making a difference in addressing depression and other mental health issues

In this episode, we explore Multiple Myeloma, a rare and complex blood cancer, with insights from experts and a patient navigating the journey firsthand. Together, they share the challenges of diagnosis, advancements in treatment, and hope through innovative care.

• Ron Theissen – A patient sharing his courageous story of resilience.
• Dr. Joseph Maackron – A leading oncologist, Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Minnesota, and Clinical Investigator in the Bone Marrow Transplant Division and Stem Cell Institute.
• Jeff Liter – CEO of Luminary Therapeutics, a clinical-stage company transforming care with allogeneic cellular therapies.

This conversation highlights the strength of the Multiple Myeloma community and the transformative impact of cutting-edge research and personalized care.

#MultipleMyeloma #BloodCancerAwareness #PatientInnovations #HealthcareAdvances

Additional Resources:

• The MMRF | Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation
• Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Blood Cancer Leaders | LLS
• Lymphoma Research Foundation | Research. Community. Cure

In this episode, we delve into the realities of diabetes with three insightful guests. Angie Kruger shares her journey of managing Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Dr. Pankaj Shah, an endocrinologist at Mayo Clinic, offers expert insights into the medical aspects and challenges of diabetes care, and Stacey Pugh, CEO of Endogenex, discusses innovations in T2D treatment and Minnesota's role as a medtech hub. Together, they explore the importance of lifestyle adjustments, early detection, and the latest therapies transforming diabetes management. Tune in for valuable insights on the future of diabetes care and tips for living well with T2D.

Disclaimer: This episode is intended to inform and explore innovations; it does not promote or endorse any specific products or companies.

In this episode of Patient Innovations, we explore the complexities of Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) through the lens of personal experience, medical expertise, and community advocacy. Our guests include Dennik McBride, a courageous sickle cell warrior, who shares her personal journey living with the condition. Dr. Ashish Gupta from the University of Minnesota, Dr.Gupta largely cares for children and young adults with sickle cell disease who need transplant based therapies. In the episode he provides insight into the latest research and treatment advancements;This episode highlights that there are many challenges, including the implementation of standard guidelines, for adults with sickle cell disease. These include, but not limited to, access to primary and specialty care, transition of care as well as comprehensive sickle cell care. We also have Rae Blaylark, Executive Director of the Sickle Cell Foundation of MN, who highlights the importance of community support, advocacy, and resources for those affected by SCD. Together, they discuss the challenges patients face in navigating healthcare, the impact of SCD on marginalized communities, and the promising future of treatments like gene therapy and bone marrow transplants.

For resources and support, The Sickle Cell Foundation can be accessed at www.sicklecellmn.org . You can calso follow them @sicklecellmn on LinkedIn, FB, IG and Twitter (X).

#SickleCellAwareness #HealthcareEquity #PatientAdvocacy #PatientInnovationsPodcast #SickleCellFoundationMN #GeneTherapy #HealthDisparities

In this special episode of Patient Innovations, we're flipping the script! Our hosts, Rashmi Kandwal and Mary MacCarthy, step into the guest spotlight as our production engineer, Sam Devine, takes on the role of interviewer.

Join us as we delve into the motivations and challenges behind launching the Patient Innovations podcast. Rashmi and Mary share personal stories, discuss the highs and lows of their podcasting journey, and offer a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to bring healthcare innovation stories to life.

Whether you're a longtime listener or new to our show, this episode provides an intimate glimpse into the passion and dedication driving Patient Innovations. Tune in to learn more about the dynamic duo at the heart of the podcast and their vision for the future.

Key Topics:

• The inspiration behind starting Patient Innovations
• Personal and professional challenges faced by the hosts
• Memorable moments and lessons learned from past episodes
• Future aspirations and upcoming topics for the podcast

Guests:

• Rashmi Kandwal, Co-Host
• Mary MacCarthy, Co-Host
• Sam Devine, Production Engineer (Interviewer)

In this episode, hosts Rashmi and Mary dive deep into the critical issues of addiction and substance abuse, exploring various aspects of mental health. They are joined by three distinguished guests:

Duffy Fallon

A person in recovery, Duffy shares his personal journey and insights into how his experiences have shaped his work in the mental health field.

Sue Abderholden

The Executive Director of NAMI Minnesota , Sue brings her extensive expertise and advocacy experience to discuss the broader impact of mental health issues on communities and the importance of support systems. NAMI MN offers both online and in-person support groups for adults living with Mental health and their families.

Dr. Jungjin Kim

Mental Health and Addiction Service Line Chief at the University of Minnesota Medical School , Dr. Kim provides a clinical perspective on addiction, discussing treatment options, research advancements, and the challenges faced by healthcare providers.

In April 2024 Mary MacCarthy and Rashmi Kandwal focused on learning about care and innovation in Alzheimer's Disease. They talked with Kanada Yazbek who has been living with dementia for many years, Susan Perriott who is the CEO of the Alzheimer's Association of Minnesota and North Dakota and Dr. Joseph Gaugler, Director of the University of Minnesota's Center for Healthy Aging and Innovation, School of Public Health.

To contact Kanada or the Alzheimer's Association of Minnesota or North Dakota, email mnnd-info@alz.org. Call them anytime day or night at 800-272-3900 for help and to get connected to many resources.

To contact Dr. Joseph Gaugler and team, email fltz@umn.edu.

To access the Minnesota Senior Linkage Line, go to https://mn.gov/senior-linkage-line/

To register for the free Caring for people with Memory Loss conference at the University of Minnesota on June 1, 2024: https://www.sph.umn.edu/events-calendar/caring-for-person-with-memory-loss-conference/

#alzheimers #medicalalley #healthcaremn #memoryloss

Dive into a discussion on Colorectal Cancer, the 3rd most common cancer in the US and worldwide.

In this episode of Patient Innovations, Rashmi and Mary speak with three remarkable guests:

• Meghan Wallace: A recent survivor, Meghan shares her journey from diagnosis to treatment and being cancer-free.
• Dr. Subree Subramanian: Professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Minnesota and co-founder/CSO at EV Therapeutics Inc. Dr. Subramanian discusses cutting-edge immunotherapies to boost the patient’s own immune system.
• Dr. Ajay Prakash: An award-winning medical oncologist trained at NYU. Dr. Prakash sheds light on existing therapeutic pathways, patient experiences, and the future of colorectal cancer research.

Tune in to explore the latest innovations and research in colorectal cancer treatment.

#colorectal cancer #healthcareMN #cancerdrugs #patientjourney #Immunotherapy #innovations #UniversityofMN #early screening #devinefoxproductions