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Take a look back at some of the most memorable and interesting interviews of 2020! From respiratory therapists on the front line of COVID-19 to a personal reflection on the meaning of Juneteenth and tips to protect your mental health over the holidays, The Wrap had just about everything in 2020. Check it out today! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This was an historic week at Michigan Medicine as the first COVID-19 vaccinations began to be distributed to faculty and staff. Learn about the lengthy vaccination process that is now underway from Dana Habers, a leading member of the COVID-19 Vaccine & Therapeutics Task Force. You can also participate in the weekly trivia contest. Check it out today! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The winter holidays are coming, and they are certain to look different this year. For many, breaking with traditions will have a negative effect on their mental, emotional and physical health. To help combat that, Kelcey Stratton of the Office of Counseling and Workplace Resilience stopped by to discuss potential coping strategies. Be sure to check out what she had to say -- and participate in the weekly trivia contest! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Department of Psychiatry recently released a toolkit to help health care providers better handle patients who come to them with mental health concerns during COVID-19..Learn more about this important resource on the latest episode of The Wrap employee podcast! You can find out what it contains, who should use it and where you can access it. Once that discussion is over, there is of course the weekly trivia contest. Check it out today! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, it was a milestone episode of The Wrap! That's because the employee podcast celebrated the milestone of other important communication tools at Michigan Medicine -- the Michigan Health and Michigan Health Lab blogs. Learn more about the blogs and how they are highlighting the vital work being performed across the organization. Of course, there was the weekly trivia contest as well. Check it out today! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Michigan Medicine recently launched new touchless check-in procedures for patients — improving the patient experience during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more about the initiatives with Balqis Elhaddi of the U-M Medical Group on the latest episode of The Wrap! You'll also be able to participate in the weekly trivia contest. Check it out today!. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, The Wrap highlighted a program that exemplifies Michigan Medicine's core value of caring. It's a program recently developed to help kids feel more comfortable during needle pokes and other procedures. Learn more about this innovative initiative from one of the staff members behind it and one of the parents who has benefited from it. You'll also find the weekly trivia contest! Check it out today. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, The Wrap tackled a timely and important issue -- substance abuse during COVID-19 and the work Michigan Medicine experts are doing to help combat it. The show features Paul Hilliard, M.D., who is part of a Rewrite the Script, a team working hard to find solutions to the national opioid crisis. Learn about their efforts amid COVID-19 and be sure to take part in the weekly trivia contest, as well! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's October, which means it's Quality Month at Michigan Medicine! Learn about this year's virtual celebration, which will include a keynote address, weekly poster sessions and more. You can also take part in the weekly trivia contest to earn a fantastic prize. Check out The Wrap today! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, faculty and staff got a sneak peek at a new recognition website recently launched by Human Resources. On top of that, Recognition Program Manager JoAnn Grantham shared details of Employee Appreciation Week, set to run from Sept. 21-25. There was also the weekly trivia contest. Be sure to check it out today! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In March, listeners learned all about policy governance reform at Michigan Medicine. Six months later, the podcast checked in to find out where the organization stands on its journey and why it continues to be so important. Take a listen today, and if you do, you can once again participate in the weekly trivia contest. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, The Wrap has quite the story to tell! That's because the podcast takes a closer look at the patient story library with Darnysus Jackson II of the Office of Patient Experience. The conversation includes insight into a new video highlighting Black patient stories at Michigan Medicine. Check out the discussion and participate in the weekly trivia contest today! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week's episode of The Wrap hits all the right notes, as listeners can learn about the Gifts of Art bedside music program, which is helping patients and caregivers during COVID-19. Learn about that program, other services offered by Gifts of Art and participate in the weekly trivia contest. Check it out today! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Two members of the Surgical Intensive Care Unit at University Hospital gave listeners an inside look at what it's like on the front line of caring for critically-ill COVID-19 patients. Medical director Lena Napolitano, M.D., and clinical nurse supervisor Jennifer Siev joined The Wrap employee podcast to share their perspectives, along with inspiring tales of teamwork and a rundown of the emotionally draining work that is taking place each and every day. Check it out today! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, The Wrap gives listeners a deeper dive into the U.S. News & World Report rankings. Sandeep Vijan, M.D., and Justin Pestrue from the Quality Department stopped by to discuss the rankings, which recognized Michigan Medicine as the No. 11 adult hospital in the U.S. They also provided insight into the data behind the rankings. On top of that, participate in the weekly trivia contest. Check it out today! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, The Wrap discussed the challenges of improving the patient experience during COVID-19 -- and how faculty and staff are working to overcome them. Molly Dwyer-White, the director of patient experience, stopped by to discuss that topic and more, including what she is most looking forward to over the next few years in terms of keeping patients and families connected to their care. Of course, you can also participate in the weekly trivia contest! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week features a historic episode of The Wrap! Kara Gavin from the Department of Communication stopped by to discuss the ongoing celebration commemorating the 150 years since U-M opened its first hospital. Learn the story behind the organization's "house officers" and other fun historic nuggets. There's also the weekly trivia contest. Check it out today! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Earlier this week wrapped up Pride Month. And in its honor, The Wrap took a closer look at the way Michigan Medicine serves the LGBTQ+ community, including details of the Comprehensive Gender Services Program. Listeners can also participate in the weekly trivia contest. Take a listen today! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, The Wrap took a virtual trip west to Chelsea in order to give listeners insight into the new Michigan Hospitalist Service at St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea Hospital. The service is designed to allow some patients to get the high-quality care they need in a more convenient location. Of course, there was also the weekly trivia contest where you could win a great prize. Take a listen today! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this week’s episode of The Wrap, the employee podcast hosted an in-depth discussion on the importance of Juneteenth and health disparities among people of color. Community Health Services Director Alfreda Rooks and Employee Communication Manager Jennifer Williams talk about the steps Michigan Medicine must take to become more inclusive and equitable both within the organization and in the community. Check it out today! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.