Clinician Voice

Unveiling the Shadows: A Conversation with Dr. Francine Bono Neri on Human Trafficking Awareness in Healthcare

In honor of National Human Trafficking Awareness Month, our latest podcast episode delves into the critical role clinicians play in recognizing and addressing this pressing issue. Join host Dr. Robin Geiger, SVP Clinician Advocacy for Ingenovis Health, for a real and eye-opening conversation with Dr. Francine Bono Neri, an expert in the field, as she shares insights on the importance of raising awareness among healthcare professionals. The episode highlights the impact of staying informed on the dynamics of human trafficking. From the front lines, Dr. Bono Neri sheds light on the challenges faced by healthcare professionals and the crucial role they play in identifying and supporting victims. 
Guest bio:
Francine Bono-Neri, PhD, RN, APRN, PNP is the Co-founder and President of Nurses United Against Human Trafficking, P.A., a professional association created for the sole purpose of abolishing modern-day slavery by educating, equipping, and empowering healthcare professionals. She is a published author and invited speaker on her research and advocacy efforts surrounding the topics of Human Trafficking; and Infant Safe Sleep, SUID and SIDS. Dr. Bono-Neri is also a pediatric nurse practitioner, academic nurse educator, researcher, health policy advocate, and leader of numerous professional organizations. Her bio extends beyond this summary, and we are proud to share her work in advocacy and clinician support.

From Darkness to Light: A Selfcare Champion’s Personal Experience with Seasonal Affective Disorder

Host Dr. Robin Geiger, SVP of Clinician Advocacy of Ingenovis Health, welcomes Dr. Sue Ferguson to the podcast to discuss her personal experience with Seasonal Affective Disorder. During the talk we address misconceptions of holiday blues, cover six recommendations for best selfcare to prevent mental health challenges and take a quick look at the impact of negative thoughts on physical and mental condition.
 
Sue Ferguson a registered nurse, healthcare leader, and health coach with over four decades of experience. The American Nurses Association (ANA) highlighted Sue in the Healthy Nurse Healthy Nation wellness program as the healthy nurse of the nation in July 2021. She has a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree from Texas Tech University and is a board-certified nurse executive (NEA-BC) and Certified Healthcare Quality Professional (CPHQ). Sue is a director at The University of Texas MD Anderson, where she created the concept of a wellness program for a workforce of over 4,000 nurses and is a wellness champion throughout the institution. She is also an entrepreneur, and owner of NURSE SUE, a whole health living consulting firm where she provides life coach services. www.nursesue.org
 

Disability Employability and Inclusivity: Leading Change with Joyce Bender

In this episode, Denise Triba, Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO) and Joi Turner, Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Manager of Ingenovis Health, talk with Joyce Bender of Bender Consulting about why it matters to hire the best candidate for the job, regardless of disability status. Learn about inclusive practices, mentoring, recruitment, and an innovative training program, iDisability to equip clinicians with the best skills to engage clients with disabilities and improve overall patient care and communication practices.

Clinician Burnout: Veterans Health Affairs Puts Wellness First

In this episode we talk with Veteran Affairs industry leaders on addressing clinician burnout and their Chief Well-being Officer Role, as one of the many initiatives in their national "Reduce Employee Burnout and Optimize Organizational Thriving" (REBOOT) program.