James Cech is an American Sign Language interpreter at Michigan Medicine. In that role, he facilitates communication between patients, providers and team members across a vast network of clinical settings. But what you may not know about him is what he does outside the clinic ... participating in community theater, musicals and other performances. And it's that type of work that actually informs and improves how he carries out his work with patients. Learn how in a fascinating conversation on la...
Aug 18, 2025•23 min•Season 8Ep. 10
175 years ago this fall, the first faculty, students and staff arrived at the first U-M Medical School building, one of the first buildings on the university's Diag. 100 years ago this month, the first patients arrived at the massive new University Hospital at the corner of Ann and Observatory Streets, long before it became known as "Old Main." During this double anniversary year for the organization, The Wrap podcast reflects on some of the highlights from our history, and its lessons for today...
Aug 05, 2025•39 min•Season 8Ep. 9
The Liver Transplant Program at Michigan Medicine has seen unprecedented success in recent years. Indeed, the team is leading the way when it comes to who is receiving transplants and ensuring successful outcomes for patients and donors. You can learn more about these incredible advancements, about transplantation in general and the unique aspects of the living donor program on the latest episode of The Wrap. Check it out today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jun 18, 2025•30 min•Season 8Ep. 8
This weekend, all Michigan Medicine team members and the surrounding community are invited to a special event at Washtenaw Community College designed to celebrate the disability community. To help preview the event -- and to dive deeper into the topic of disability and health care, the Wrap welcomed Michelle Meade, Ph.D., director of the Center for Disability Health and Wellness at Michigan Medicine. “Too often, health care looks at disability as something to be cured,” said Meade. “But the disa...
Jun 04, 2025•37 min•Season 8Ep. 7
As rates of serious depression and anxiety rise among Michigan’s youth, a new mental health program at the U-M Health Ypsilanti Health Center aims to fill a critical gap — providing care that goes beyond traditional outpatient services without requiring full hospitalization. The Child and Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program will be led by Christina Laitner, Ph.D., and Joanna Quigley, M.D., who recently joined The Wrap to talk about the new services and why they are so important. Check out...
May 27, 2025•24 min•Season 8Ep. 6
Community Health Services will host the 20th annual Big Hearts for Seniors fundraising event on Thursday, June 5. The milestone event will benefit six community programs within U-M Health: Ann Arbor Meals on Wheels, Housing Bureau for Seniors, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, Silver Club Memory Programs, Turner African American Services Council and Turner Senior Wellness Program. Learn about these programs, and the exciting event that makes their work possible, on the latest episode of The Wra...
May 15, 2025•21 min•Season 8Ep. 5
Nurses Week 2025 is right around the corner! To get you ready, members of the organization's leadership team and other vital team members joined The Wrap to discuss Nursing Poster Day and the incredible work our nurses are doing every day. Check out this important conversation today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 21, 2025•20 min•Season 8Ep. 4
In this episode of The Wrap, learn about the upcoming performance by the U-M Life Sciences Orchestra, which will cap off its 25th anniversary season on Thursday, April 3, with a free performance at Hill Auditorium. Kara Gavin, who plays French horn with the LSO and serves on the committee that runs it, talks about the orchestra's history, who plays in it, and what audience members will hear at the concert. All are welcome to attend the concert, which begins at 7:30 p.m. and will be preceded by a...
Mar 27, 2025•18 min•Season 8Ep. 3
Last week in Headlines, sonographer Dana Rowland shared her first-person account of living with Addison’s disease . Addison's is considered a rare disease and Rowland shared her story as part of Rare Disease Day, which falls on the last day of February each year. Now, Rowland has taken the time to join The Wrap. Tune in for an enlightening conversation about her daily life and how her health care journey impacts her work in a positive way. Check it out today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...
Mar 05, 2025•22 min•Season 8Ep. 2
Season 8 of The Wrap employee podcast is here! On the first episode of the new season, three colleagues share their insight into Nursing Poster Day 2025, why it's so important and what you can get out of it, no matter your role in the organization. Check out the discussion today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 05, 2025•16 min•Season 8Ep. 1
Today, take a listen to some of the most interesting and insightful interviews from the past 12 months on The Wrap! In 2024, the employee podcast put the spotlight on leaders (like Chief Medical Officer Hitinder Gurm, M.D.), innovations (like the new One Michigan Medicine Home Hub), those with unique insights (like former U-M basketball coach John Beilein) and even other podcasts (Well-being at Michigan Medicine). All the interviews provided insight into what the organization is doing to help yo...
Dec 20, 2024•8 min•Season 7Ep. 31
Many factors can compromise the kidneys’ ability to perform the vital work of filtering blood. Decreased kidney function may be the result of common conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure, inherited illnesses such as polycystic kidney disease, or even inflammatory conditions of the kidney. But did you know that nutrition and an improved diet can help those with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)? And that U-M Health has specialized renal dietitians to help patients? Meet one of those dietitia...
Dec 12, 2024•17 min•Season 7Ep. 30
Elizabeth Harry, M.D., is working to make well-being a priority at Michigan Medicine. It has been the chief well-being officer’s mission since arriving a year ago. Finding people where they are is an important piece of that, which is why Harry has begun a new podcast, Well-Being at Michigan Medicine. Learn about that new show, and why it's so important, on the latest episode of The Wrap! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Nov 25, 2024•21 min•Season 7Ep. 29
All across Michigan Medicine, team members are caring for patients and carrying out groundbreaking research related to diabetes. Each November, which is designated as Diabetes Awareness Month, serves as the perfect time to thank these critical team members for all they do. It’s also a time to give you tips and insights that will allow you to take charge of your health to help prevent diabetes related problems. Check out this week's episode of The Wrap for inside information on all the research t...
Nov 14, 2024•30 min•Season 7Ep. 28
Last month, the Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) team officially opened its expanded Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit at Chelsea Hospital. That makes the team’s exceptional care even more accessible to patients recovering from medically complex conditions. What sort of services are offered at Chelsea? And what other important functions do PM&R colleagues do across U-M Health? Learn the answers to those questions and much more in a wide-ranging interview on the latest episode of...
Oct 29, 2024•27 min•Season 7Ep. 27
As September comes to a close, The Wrap is celebrating Hunger Action Month by giving you the knowledge to help fight food insecurity in the community. Learn about food deserts, ongoing initiatives, volunteer opportunities and even ways you can get the assistance you may need in your daily life. Check out the latest episode of the employee podcast today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 26, 2024•33 min•Season 7Ep. 26
September is Suicide Prevention Month, and there’s no better time to build awareness around the sobering reality of youth suicide, as well as to offer a hopeful glimpse into an ongoing initiative at Michigan Medicine that is working to reverse this worrying trend. That's why The Wrap is giving you an inside view of the Zero Suicide Initiative, a series of programs, resources and tools designed around the guiding principle that suicide can be prevented and that our health systems have an importan...
Sep 23, 2024•34 min•Season 7Ep. 25
It's Nursing Professional Development Week! In celebration, The Wrap welcomed two nurse educators, who shared insight into the work they do and why it's so important at Michigan Medicine. Hear from Diane Bohn and Stefanie Gibson, and then participate in the weekly trivia contest for the chance to bring home a prize. Check out the latest episode today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 19, 2024•22 min•Season 7Ep. 24
Quality Month is just around the corner! On this week's episode of The Wrap, join Rajesh Mangrulkar, M.D., director, and Vani Patterson, M.P.H., administrative director for the Michigan Center for Interprofessional Education (IPE), as they delve into the vital connection between their work and the pillars of quality and safety at Michigan Medicine. Mangrulkar is set to give this year’s Quality Month keynote address at the in-person symposium on Oct. 22, held at NCRC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...
Sep 10, 2024•42 min•Season 7Ep. 23
Recently, Headlines readers learned all about the Breastfeeding and Lactation Program , which has expanded to improve the care provided to patients across U-M Health. Today, The Wrap employee podcast is getting in on the act. The podcast’s latest episode includes a conversation with two of the program’s leaders who discuss why it’s so important and what they are most looking forward to in the months and years ahead. Check it out today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Aug 29, 2024•18 min•Season 7Ep. 22
The Adolescent Health Initiative (AHI), a program of Community Health Services at U-M Health, works to transform care and optimize adolescent health and well-being through practice improvement, education, research, and youth and community engagement. The team’s work spans much more than local communities, as they partner with primary care clinicians, school-based health programs, and youth-serving organizations across 44 states and even internationally. Learn more about AHI as The Wrap sat down ...
Aug 15, 2024•30 min•Season 7Ep. 21
The activity rooms throughout Mott, as well as the Jones Family Center, have been turned into campgrounds, including light-up firepits, stars projected across the “night sky” and fun camp activities this week. It’s all part of Camp Little Victors, a virtual summer camp that has been brought inside the hospital for the first time – to the benefit of inpatients and their families. Learn more about this incredible program on the latest episode of The Wrap. Check it out today! Hosted on Acast. See a...
Aug 08, 2024•16 min•Season 7Ep. 20
All week, the organization has been introducing its new Home Hub, One Michigan Medicine. Today, The Wrap employee podcast is joining the party, giving you the inside story about how the hub came to fruition, who helped develop the site and why it’s going to make your work lives easier moving forward. There are also hacks and tips for you to use while navigating the site. Check out this important conversation! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jul 17, 2024•25 min•Season 7Ep. 19
Resource groups – run by the Office for Health Equity and Inclusion – are a mechanism for feedback to Michigan Medicine leadership on how to foster inclusion and collaboration. Groups touch on a number of different issues and topics, including disability and chronic conditions, spirituality, LGBTQIA+ and Black Voices. In the wake of Juneteenth, The Wrap employee podcast welcomed the two leads of the Black Voices Resource Group, Steve Vinson and LaTonya Berryhill. They reflected on the holiday an...
Jul 03, 2024•30 min•Season 7Ep. 18
The Michigan Pioneer Fellows Program is redefining the trajectory of early career postdoctoral researchers, providing an exceptional blend of mentorship, professional growth and collaborative opportunities. The head of the program -- and one of its participants -- recently joined The Wrap to discuss why it's so important and beneficial for those who take part. Even if you have no interest in research, it's a fascinating conversation that gives insight into why Michigan Medicine is a world-class ...
Jun 20, 2024•21 min•Season 7Ep. 17
Behold, a podcast about a podcast! Research is fundamental to U-M’s mission to improve the world. On The Fundamentals podcast, you'll meet the people behind the research, learn more about their fields and the fundamental questions they are trying to answer – from how to relieve pain and stop the opioid epidemic, to how to use data to personalize health care – and discover why the U-M Medical School is such an amazing place for research. The hosts of The Fundamentals stopped by The Wrap to discus...
Jun 14, 2024•27 min•Season 7Ep. 16
Hitinder Gurm, M.D. is an interventional cardiologist, Michigan Medicine’s chief medical officer, and the director of the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Cardiovascular Consortium, an award-winning quality initiative. Gurm joined The Wrap to discuss all of his roles, why programs such as BMC2 are so important and much, much more. Check it out today -- and don't forget to enter the weekly trivia contest for the chance to win a prize! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
May 23, 2024•14 min•Season 7Ep. 15
In recent months, the Hospital Care at Home program has expanded, offering safe, effective, hospital-level care in a home environment to even more patients across a broader geographic region. How does the program work? And how exactly do patients get hospital-level care from the comfort of their home, where they are more likely to have ideal outcomes? Find out on the latest episode of The Wrap! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
May 07, 2024•30 min•Season 7Ep. 14
Up to 15% of hospitalized patients report an allergy to penicillin. However, it is estimated that such reports are either inaccurate or not indicative of a true reaction in up to 90% of those patients. This week on The Wrap, you can learn about the Allergy Evaluation Service at Michigan Medicine and the incredible impact it has had on patients with penicillin allergy labels. Check out this informative conversation and be sure to enter the weekly trivia contest for the chance to win a prize! Host...
May 02, 2024•30 min•Season 7Ep. 13
According to the CDC, Black birthing people are three times more likely to experience complications or death during pregnancy than white people. To call attention to these disparities, and to improve outcomes and patient care, Michigan Medicine celebrated Black Maternal Health Week from April 11-17. To close out the week, The Wrap brought in two ob/gyn experts to discuss disparities that they've experienced in their medical practice and personal lives. It's a fascinating conversation and one tha...
Apr 16, 2024•29 min•Season 7Ep. 12
