60 acast.com Rural Georgia Voices https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/rural-georgia-voices en Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center rural health Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center, at Mercer University School of Medicine Rural Georgia Voices is a podcast from the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center (GRHIC) at Mercer University School of Medicine. This podcast is dedicated to exploring the vital role health care plays in keeping rural communities healthy and thriving.


Hosted by Glenda Grant, GRHIC executive director, each episode will feature insightful conversations with experts and leaders from various sectors of rural health care. The interconnectedness of community members, physicians and health care providers, educators, and policymakers who collaborate to address the unique challenges of rural Georgia will be explored.


Host: Glenda Grant, Executive Director, Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center at Mercer University School of Medicine

Producer: Evey Wilson Wetherbee

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]]> Rural Georgia Voices is a podcast from the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center (GRHIC) at Mercer University School of Medicine. This podcast is dedicated to exploring the vital role health care plays in keeping rural communities healthy and thriving.


Hosted by Glenda Grant, GRHIC executive director, each episode will feature insightful conversations with experts and leaders from various sectors of rural health care. The interconnectedness of community members, physicians and health care providers, educators, and policymakers who collaborate to address the unique challenges of rural Georgia will be explored.


Host: Glenda Grant, Executive Director, Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center at Mercer University School of Medicine

Producer: Evey Wilson Wetherbee

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]]> false Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center info@georgiaruralhealth.org 676421c0a977962b2e6971af rural-georgia-voices episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/cover/1734615135047-151074d1-e3e8-4068-8a84-eb0e8827e686.jpeg https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/rural-georgia-voices Rural Georgia Voices 1786403892 Partnerships That Save Lives: Stroke Response in Rural Georgia Partnerships That Save Lives: Stroke Response in Rural Georgia Wed, 17 Dec 2025 13:30:00 GMT 34:35 693b3aad40eb0cbb2a2dd1cd false https://shows.acast.com/rural-georgia-voices/episodes/693b3aad40eb0cbb2a2dd1cd 693b3aad40eb0cbb2a2dd1cd 676421c0a977962b2e6971af full 1 6

In our final episode of this season, we explore how rural and urban health care teams work together to save stroke patients when every minute counts. GRHIC Executive Director Glenda Grant, MBA, talks with Mercer University School of Medicine Dean Jean Sumner, MD, MACP, and neurointerventional surgeon Sourabh Lahoti, MD, about how early recognition, rapid transfer, and strong partnerships can transform stroke care across Georgia.


This episode was made possible by and broadcast from our studio at the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center, at Mercer University School of Medicine.


Evey Wilson Wetherbee produced this podcast. We’d like to give a big thank you to Amanda Livingston of the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center.


Follow GRHIC:

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In our final episode of this season, we explore how rural and urban health care teams work together to save stroke patients when every minute counts. GRHIC Executive Director Glenda Grant, MBA, talks with Mercer University School of Medicine Dean Jean Sumner, MD, MACP, and neurointerventional surgeon Sourabh Lahoti, MD, about how early recognition, rapid transfer, and strong partnerships can transform stroke care across Georgia.


This episode was made possible by and broadcast from our studio at the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center, at Mercer University School of Medicine.


Evey Wilson Wetherbee produced this podcast. We’d like to give a big thank you to Amanda Livingston of the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center.


Follow GRHIC:

  • Facebook: @georgiaruralhealth
  • Instagram: @georgiaruralhealth
  • LinkedIn


Web: www.georgiaruralhealth.org

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]]> Boots and Scrubs: Hometown Deliveries Boots and Scrubs: Hometown Deliveries Wed, 10 Dec 2025 13:30:00 GMT 42:03 6938913b6957d1e181eb2609 false https://shows.acast.com/rural-georgia-voices/episodes/6938913b6957d1e181eb2609 6938913b6957d1e181eb2609 676421c0a977962b2e6971af full 1 5 In this episode, we’re focusing on women’s health in a rural community. GRHIC Executive Director Glenda Grant, MBA, is joined by Justin Peterson, MD, an obstetrician and gynecologist and an alum of Mercer University School of Medicine. Dr. Peterson always knew he was called to serve in his hometown of Douglas, Georgia. He reflects on his rural upbringing, the mentors who shaped his path into women’s health, and the deep sense of ministry he feels in serving women and families in the community that raised him.


This episode was made possible by and broadcast from our studio at the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center, at Mercer University School of Medicine.


Evey Wilson Wetherbee produced this podcast. We’d like to give a big thank you to Amanda Livingston of the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center.


Follow GRHIC:

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]]> In this episode, we’re focusing on women’s health in a rural community. GRHIC Executive Director Glenda Grant, MBA, is joined by Justin Peterson, MD, an obstetrician and gynecologist and an alum of Mercer University School of Medicine. Dr. Peterson always knew he was called to serve in his hometown of Douglas, Georgia. He reflects on his rural upbringing, the mentors who shaped his path into women’s health, and the deep sense of ministry he feels in serving women and families in the community that raised him.


This episode was made possible by and broadcast from our studio at the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center, at Mercer University School of Medicine.


Evey Wilson Wetherbee produced this podcast. We’d like to give a big thank you to Amanda Livingston of the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center.


Follow GRHIC:

  • Facebook: @georgiaruralhealth
  • Instagram: @georgiaruralhealth
  • LinkedIn


Web: www.georgiaruralhealth.org

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]]> Elder Care in Rural Georgia Elder Care in Rural Georgia Wed, 03 Dec 2025 13:30:00 GMT 49:46 692f3718d6bc23eda2f1875f false https://shows.acast.com/rural-georgia-voices/episodes/692f3718d6bc23eda2f1875f 692f3718d6bc23eda2f1875f 676421c0a977962b2e6971af full 1 4 Rural Georgia’s older adults are one of our fastest-growing and most treasured communities — and this week, we’re talking about their care with GRHIC Executive Director Glenda Grant and Nick Morrow, MD, CMD. Dr. Morrow, a native Georgian, rural physician and Mercer University School of Medicine alum, shares why serving older adults in rural areas is his life’s work.


This episode was made possible by and broadcast from our studio at the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center, at Mercer University School of Medicine.


Evey Wilson Wetherbee produced this podcast. We’d like to give a big thank you to Amanda Livingston of the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center.


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]]> Rural Georgia’s older adults are one of our fastest-growing and most treasured communities — and this week, we’re talking about their care with GRHIC Executive Director Glenda Grant and Nick Morrow, MD, CMD. Dr. Morrow, a native Georgian, rural physician and Mercer University School of Medicine alum, shares why serving older adults in rural areas is his life’s work.


This episode was made possible by and broadcast from our studio at the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center, at Mercer University School of Medicine.


Evey Wilson Wetherbee produced this podcast. We’d like to give a big thank you to Amanda Livingston of the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center.


Follow GRHIC:

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Web: www.georgiaruralhealth.org

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]]> Community, Resilience and Hope: The Impact of Rural Hospitals Community, Resilience and Hope: The Impact of Rural Hospitals Wed, 26 Nov 2025 13:30:00 GMT 1:05:37 6925c983b1fff443d5ec4f52 false https://shows.acast.com/rural-georgia-voices/episodes/6925c983b1fff443d5ec4f52 6925c983b1fff443d5ec4f52 676421c0a977962b2e6971af full 1 3 Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center Executive Director Glenda Grant, MBA, sits down with three rural hospital CEOs for an honest conversation about what it takes to lead in small communities. They share the wins that keep them motivated, the hard realities of managing rural hospitals, and the deep sense of purpose they draw from the people they serve. Their stories highlight both the challenges and the heart of rural health care —and why their communities remain the reason they show up every day. Listen to our conversation with Clinch Memorial CEO Angela Handley, MBA, BSN, Emmanuel Medical Center CEO Damien Scott, PT, MBA, MS, FACHE, and Aletheia Health Partners Chief Administrative Officer Kerry Trapnell.


This episode was made possible by and broadcast from our studio at the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center, at Mercer University School of Medicine.


Evey Wilson Wetherbee produced this podcast. We’d like to give a big thank you to Amanda Livingston of the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center.


Follow GRHIC:

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]]> Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center Executive Director Glenda Grant, MBA, sits down with three rural hospital CEOs for an honest conversation about what it takes to lead in small communities. They share the wins that keep them motivated, the hard realities of managing rural hospitals, and the deep sense of purpose they draw from the people they serve. Their stories highlight both the challenges and the heart of rural health care —and why their communities remain the reason they show up every day. Listen to our conversation with Clinch Memorial CEO Angela Handley, MBA, BSN, Emmanuel Medical Center CEO Damien Scott, PT, MBA, MS, FACHE, and Aletheia Health Partners Chief Administrative Officer Kerry Trapnell.


This episode was made possible by and broadcast from our studio at the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center, at Mercer University School of Medicine.


Evey Wilson Wetherbee produced this podcast. We’d like to give a big thank you to Amanda Livingston of the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center.


Follow GRHIC:

  • Facebook: @georgiaruralhealth
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Web: www.georgiaruralhealth.org

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]]> Caring for Rural Kids: The Work, The Wins and The Realities Caring for Rural Kids: The Work, The Wins and The Realities Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:03:26 GMT 55:22 69208d4e75ae15fa6680178f false https://shows.acast.com/rural-georgia-voices/episodes/69208d4e75ae15fa6680178f 69208d4e75ae15fa6680178f 676421c0a977962b2e6971af full 1 2 In this episode, we’re focusing on the heart of our rural communities — our kids. Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center Executive Director Glenda Grant, MBA, sits down with rural pediatricians Dr. Grace Davis, Dr. Brittany Lord and Dr. Jennifer Tarbutton to talk about what’s working, what’s challenging and what keeps them inspired. They also share vaccine facts and myths to help families stay informed with trusted, evidence-based information.


This episode was made possible by and broadcast from our studio at the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center, at Mercer University School of Medicine.


Evey Wilson Wetherbee produced this podcast. We’d like to give a big thank you to Amanda Livingston of the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center.


Follow GRHIC:


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]]> In this episode, we’re focusing on the heart of our rural communities — our kids. Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center Executive Director Glenda Grant, MBA, sits down with rural pediatricians Dr. Grace Davis, Dr. Brittany Lord and Dr. Jennifer Tarbutton to talk about what’s working, what’s challenging and what keeps them inspired. They also share vaccine facts and myths to help families stay informed with trusted, evidence-based information.


This episode was made possible by and broadcast from our studio at the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center, at Mercer University School of Medicine.


Evey Wilson Wetherbee produced this podcast. We’d like to give a big thank you to Amanda Livingston of the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center.


Follow GRHIC:


Facebook: @georgiaruralhealth

Instagram: @georgiaruralhealth

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grhic

Web: www.georgiaruralhealth.org

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]]> What’s Really Behind the Cost of Your Prescriptions What’s Really Behind the Cost of Your Prescriptions Thu, 13 Nov 2025 19:46:07 GMT 51:30 6916357fe42e3466f2e398df false https://shows.acast.com/rural-georgia-voices/episodes/6916357fe42e3466f2e398df 6916357fe42e3466f2e398df 676421c0a977962b2e6971af full 1 1 Join Glenda Grant, Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center executive director, and Danny Toth, RPh, as they discuss prescription drug pricing. Toth is regarded as an expert in pharmacy benefit management and has been highly influential in legislation to make drug pricing and benefit management transparent for all Georgians. If you’ve ever wondered why prescription drugs are so expensive — and what you can do about it — you won’t want to miss this episode. Toth is a pharmacist, president of Veracity Benefits, former owner of a rural pharmacy, past president of the Georgia Pharmacy Association, and an alumnus of Mercer University College of Pharmacy.


This episode was made possible and broadcast from our studio at the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center, at Mercer University School of Medicine.


Evey Wilson Wetherbee produced this podcast. We’d like to give a big thank you to Amanda Livingston of the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center.


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]]> Join Glenda Grant, Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center executive director, and Danny Toth, RPh, as they discuss prescription drug pricing. Toth is regarded as an expert in pharmacy benefit management and has been highly influential in legislation to make drug pricing and benefit management transparent for all Georgians. If you’ve ever wondered why prescription drugs are so expensive — and what you can do about it — you won’t want to miss this episode. Toth is a pharmacist, president of Veracity Benefits, former owner of a rural pharmacy, past president of the Georgia Pharmacy Association, and an alumnus of Mercer University College of Pharmacy.


This episode was made possible and broadcast from our studio at the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center, at Mercer University School of Medicine.


Evey Wilson Wetherbee produced this podcast. We’d like to give a big thank you to Amanda Livingston of the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center.


Follow GRHIC:

  • Facebook: @georgiaruralhealth
  • Instagram: @georgiaruralhealth
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Web: www.georgiaruralhealth.org

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]]> Perspectives from a Rural Georgia Physician Perspectives from a Rural Georgia Physician Thu, 19 Dec 2024 16:27:30 GMT 39:18 67643063b49c6255e8f83a11 false https://shows.acast.com/rural-georgia-voices/episodes/67643063b49c6255e8f83a11 67643063b49c6255e8f83a11 676421c0a977962b2e6971af full 1 Join Glenda Grant, executive director of the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center, as she speaks with Dr. Jean Sumner, dean of Mercer University School of Medicine, about her journey from a rural upbringing to leading efforts to improve health care in rural Georgia. They discuss the School of Medicine’s mission to train physicians for rural Georgia, the transformative Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Initiative, and the resilience of rural communities. Hear inspiring stories, challenges in rural health care, and the impact of building trust and collaboration to create healthier futures.


Today’s episode was made possible and broadcast from our studio at the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center, at Mercer University School of Medicine.


Evey Wilson Wetherbee produced this podcast. We’d like to give a big thank you to Julie Glenn and Amanda Livingston of the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center and Tabitha Walker of Big Hair Productions.


Follow GRHIC:

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]]> Join Glenda Grant, executive director of the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center, as she speaks with Dr. Jean Sumner, dean of Mercer University School of Medicine, about her journey from a rural upbringing to leading efforts to improve health care in rural Georgia. They discuss the School of Medicine’s mission to train physicians for rural Georgia, the transformative Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Initiative, and the resilience of rural communities. Hear inspiring stories, challenges in rural health care, and the impact of building trust and collaboration to create healthier futures.


Today’s episode was made possible and broadcast from our studio at the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center, at Mercer University School of Medicine.


Evey Wilson Wetherbee produced this podcast. We’d like to give a big thank you to Julie Glenn and Amanda Livingston of the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center and Tabitha Walker of Big Hair Productions.


Follow GRHIC:

  • Facebook: @georgiaruralhealth
  • Instagram: @georgiaruralhealth
  • X: @garuralhealth


Web: www.georgiaruralhealth.org

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