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Every month, we drop two new episodes packed with lively conversations featuring Jackson’s top experts. From the latest health trends and groundbreaking innovations to fascinating medical curiosities and inspiring patient stories, no topic is off limits.But we don’t stop there. Special guests from our community pop in and share their unique perspectives, making every episode engaging and relatable. Our mission? To showcase Jackson as Miami-Dade’s healthcare destination of choice, and a trusted name in medicine worldwide.On Call, Off Script: a Jackson Health System podcast.
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- 3 days ago21 min
The Health Benefits of Your Local Park: Recreational Therapist Explains
Episode 30: What if one of the best places to support your health and wellness is already in your neighborhood? On this episode of On Call, Off Script, a Jackson Health System podcast, we explore the cross-over between Miami-Dade County Parks and recreational therapy at Jackson Health System. From fitness and swimming to adaptive sports, social connection, and rehabilitation, parks can play a much bigger role in our health than we might realize. Ashley Herrera, a recreational therapist at Christine E. Lynn Rehabilitation Center for The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis at UHealth/Jackson Memorial, and Christina White, director of the Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces Department, explore how recreational therapy uses parks to help patients practice real-world skills, the role open spaces played during the COVID-19 pandemic, and how getting outside can easily contribute to living an overall healthier life. So, if your doctor is telling you to get outside and touch some grass, our guests will point you in the right direction! Guest Bios: Christina White is the director of the Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department. With more than 24 years in public service, she leads a system of more than 300 parks, along with golf courses, marinas, beaches, recreation programs, senior programming, nature centers, and more. Ashley Herrera is a recreational therapist at Christine E. Lynn Rehabilitation Center for The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis at UHealth/Jackson Memorial. She previously worked for Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces in the therapeutic recreation and inclusion division. In her current role, Herrera helps patients prepare to return to life outside of the hospital, using community outings, adaptive recreation, and other activities to build skills, confidence, and social connection.
- 2 weeks ago22 min
What Does Your Poop Say About Your Health? Colorectal Surgeons Explain
Episode 30: The color of your poop can tell you a lot about your health but sometimes having the conversation can be tough to sit in. On this episode of On Call, Off Script, host Ruelle Champion is joined by comedian and online personality Mario Ramil for a very candid conversation about something everyone does, but few people actually talk about: pooping. Jackson Medical Group colorectal surgeons Dr. Marianna Zeichen and Dr. Gustavo Rubioease into the conversation about changes in stool color, why constipation causes problems, and when bleeding should be checked by a doctor. They also explain what actually happens during a colonoscopy, why colorectal cancer screening now starts at age 45, and why younger adults shouldn't ignore symptoms because they think they're “too young.” This episode takes the awkwardness out of talking about your poop and explains why paying attention to it is an important part of your overall health. Guest Bios: Mario Ramil is a comedian and online personality who joins On Call, Off Script as theshow’s first co-host, bringing humor and plenty of frank questions to the more sensitive topics that people have about their colon health. His candid conversation with the surgeons also highlights the importance of breaking stigmas around digestive and colorectal health. Dr. Marianna Zeichen is a colorectal surgeon with Jackson Medical Group who practices in south Miami-Dade County. She brings a patient-centered perspective to conversations that can be uncomfortable, like rectal bleeding, changes in bowelmovements, and physical rectal exams. Dr. Zeichen emphasizes the importance of building trust with patients and encouraging people to speak up about symptoms they might otherwise dismiss or feel embarrassed to discuss. Dr. Gustavo Rubio is a colorectal surgeon with Jackson Medical Group who practices at Jackson West Medical Center. Dr. Rubio treats patients with a variety of colorectal concerns and helps evaluate issues like constipation, changes in bowel habits, and rectal bleeding. He explains why doctors need patients to be specific when describing their bowel habits and helps listeners through what to expect during a colonoscopy.
- Oct 14, 202632 min
How A Healthcare Podcast is Made | Behind the Scenes of On Call, Off Script
Episode 29: In this episode of On Call, Off Script, we take listeners behind the scenes of Jackson Health System’s podcast to meet the group who help bring each episode to life. The creative and branding and multimedia teams share how On Call, Off Script came to be, from the early beginnings in 2019 as “A Dose of Jackson,” to the launch of the podcast we all know today. They talk about how topics are brainstormed, the design of the podcast studio, and the small details that help guests feel comfortable. What makes a great episode? Genuine conversations, compelling stories, unexpected moments, and the freedom to let our medical experts, patients, and community partners speak from the heart. Whether you've listened to every episode or are discovering On Call, Off Script for the first time, this is your chance to meet the people behind your favorite healthcare podcast! Guest Bios: Maria Coloma is interim manager of Jackson Health System's Creative and Branding team, where she works on design, wayfinding, and creative projects that help improve the experience for patients, families, and employees. As one of the creative minds behind the podcast, Coloma shapes the podcast's visual identity and studio environment, including its signature blue velvet couch. Jeremie McLeod is Jackson Health System's Multimedia Program Administrator, overseeing photography, video, and visual storytelling. He was instrumental in developing the blueprint for On Call, Off Script. Now, McLeod works on the podcast’s technical production after implementing a one-man audio/video recording system. Daniela Reyes is the creative and branding specialist for Jackson Health System. Her work on the podcast includes creating a welcoming on-camera environment, overseeing visual details, and serving as a floor director during production. Reyes helped develop the podcast's visual storytelling, including the idea behind the On Call, Off Script logoanimation during the opening sequence. Phillip Robinson is a multimedia specialist who works as Jackson Health System’s primary photographer for special events, requests, and headshots. Robinson plays multiple important roles in simultaneously operating the cameras and audio, capturingbehind-the-scenes content, and ensuring each production runs smoothly for nearly every episode.
- Oct 1, 202631 min
More Than Medicine: How Hospitals Support Your Mental and Emotional Health
Episode 28: Being in the hospital can be overwhelming, whether you're a child facing a scary procedure or an adult receiving a life-changing diagnosis. In this episode of On Call, Off Script, a Jackson Health System podcast, we explore the emotional and psychological side of hospital care with clinical health psychologist, Lisa Alpizar, PsyD, with the Consultation Liaison Psychology Service for Jackson Behavioral Health and Talia Mor, Child Life Specialist from the Creative Care Team at Holtz Children's Hospital. In this episode, Dr. Alpizar explains what her team of specialists do and how they help patients and families cope with their hospital experience, whether it's from a traumatic accident, a new diagnosis, to starting cancer treatment, and end-of-life care. The clinical psychology team works alongside medical teams to help patients navigate the immediate emotional and social impact of illness and hospitalization. The episode also takes us inside the world of the Creative Care Team, who use education, play, and other therapeutic activities, such as music therapy, animal-assisted therapy, and recreational therapy, to help children understand and cope with medical procedures and difficult experiences. Healing isn't only about treating the body. It's also about helping people feel heard, supported, and like themselves again no matter their age. Guest Bios: Lisa Alpizar, PsyD, is a clinical health psychologist for Jackson Behavioral Health on the consultant liaison psychology team. Her team works alongside various medical specialties to help hospitalized patients cope with the emotional and social impact of illness, injury, and major diagnoses. Dr. Alipzar’s specialty is health psychology, which considers the biological, social and emotional factors involved in medical and health conditions. She also has extensive training in psycho-oncology and works with oncology patients, including patients receiving care at the Taylor Breast Health Center at Jackson Memorial Hospital. Talia Mor is a child life specialist with the Creative Care team at Holtz Children’s Hospital. She helps children and families understand and cope with hospitalization, medical procedures, and difficult diagnoses through developmentally appropriate education, play, therapeutic activities, and other forms of support. Mor’s team is an interdisciplinary group that grew from only a child life department to now include disciplines like music therapy, animal-assisted therapy, and recreational therapy.
- Sep 16, 202628 min
Puberty Explained: What’s Normal, What’s Not, and How Parents Can Help
Episode 27: Puberty is an awkward chapter of life, full of questions for kids and their parents. So, when should the conversation start? And what should parents actually expect? On this episode of On Call, Off Script, a Jackson Health System podcast, we’re breaking down puberty from both the medical and mental health perspectives. Our experts explain when puberty typically starts, the physical changes parents should expect, why emotions can feel intense, and how puberty can affect confidence, friendships, and social relationships. Most importantly, parents need to know why they shouldn’t wait for puberty to start talking about it with their kids. Early, age-appropriate conversations can help kids understand their changing bodies, ask questions, and feel more confident navigating this awkward – and completely normal – stage of growing up. Guest Bios: Dr. Tobenna Ubu is an internal medicine and pediatric-trained primary care physician who cares for patients across the lifespan, from children through adults. He mainly sees patients at UHealth – University of Miami Health System Palmetto Bay, but also provides inpatient care at Holtz Children’s Hospital. Dr. Ubu’s approach to puberty goes beyond explaining physical changes; he ensures young people understand what’s happening to their bodies and gives them the confidence to ask questions and advocate for themselves. Dr. Natasha Poulopoulos is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in pediatrics at Holtz Children’s Hospital and Miami Transplant Institute. Much of her work is focused on children who are medically hospitalized and could benefit from psychological care. Dr. Poulopoulos brings a particular focus to the “inside” of puberty, like the changes happening in emotions, self-esteem, identity, social relationships, and the developing brain. She emphasizes normalizing these experiences, while also helping parents recognize when something isn’t normal.
- Sep 2, 202624 min
Where Does Your Donation Money Really Go? | Jackson Health Foundation
Episode 26: What does a $5 donation have in common with a $15 million gift? Both can make a difference in the lives of patients, families and health care teams. In this episode of On Call, Off Script, a Jackson Health System podcast, we sit down with Flavia Llizo, CEO of Jackson Health Foundation, to take listeners behind the scenes of philanthropy at Jackson Health System. Llizo explains how donations of all sizes help support everything from medical equipment and patient care spaces to major capital projects and community health programs. The conversation explores the growth of Jackson Health Foundation, the impact of One Day for Jackson, why patient stories are at the heart of philanthropy, and how the Foundation supports population health beyond the hospital walls. Most importantly, Llizo explains why philanthropy is not just about big donors and big dollars; it’s also about the positive impact that every dollar can make on Jackson’s patients, families, staff, and the community. Guest Bio: Flavia Llizo is the chief executive officer of Jackson Health Foundation. A Miami native with a longstanding career in nonprofit fundraising and health-related organizations, Flavia has dedicated her career to supporting health and social causes. Her personal connection to Jackson runs deep: her mother immigrated to Miami in the early 1960s and relied on Jackson for health care. Today, Flavia leads the Foundation's efforts to raise philanthropic support for Jackson Health System and strengthen its impact on patients, employees, and the South Florida community.
- Aug 19, 202611 min
Miami Spice, Hospital Style: The Chefs Making Healthcare Food Better
Episode 25: Hospital food is notorious, but what if it could be something more? That’s the vision behind the food and nutrition team at Jackson Memorial Hospital. On this episode of On Call, Off Script, a Jackson Health System podcast, we go behind the scenes with Jackson Memorial Hospital’s executive chef, Dalbert Benneth, and Director of Food and Nutrition, Gabriel Lima, to explore how they’re spicing things up to break the stigma on hospital food. The conversation peaks into some of Miami’s hottest restaurants and the high-pressure world of Miami Spice while highlighting the parallels with the kitchens at Jackson West Medical Center and The Ritz-Carlton Luxury Hotels & Resorts. From made-to-order meals and customizable bowls to rethinking traditional hospital menus to match the community’s tastes, check out what it takes to bring a restaurant mindset to a hospital, and why food is an important part of the patient experience. Guest Bios: · Gabriel Lima is the Director of Food and Nutrition at Jackson Memorial Hospital through third-party vendor, Sodexo. With a background in culinary arts and hospitality, Lima worked his way through the hotel industry before bringing his large-scale hospitality experience to healthcare. He started at Jackson West Medical Center and has since transitioned to Jackson Memorial. Lima is helping lead a new vision for hospital dining focused on variety, customization, wellness and changing the stigma surrounding hospital food. · Dalbert Benneth is the Executive Chef at Jackson Memorial Hospital, bringing years of experience in professional kitchens and Miami’s hospitality industry to healthcare dining. He began his culinary career washing dishes and worked his way through the kitchen ranks before moving into leadership roles, including experience at The Ritz-Carlton in South Beach. His restaurant background now informs his approach to creating fresh, customizable and culturally relevant food for patients, staff and visitors.
- Aug 5, 202639 min
What Happens After a Shark Attack? A Survivor and Trauma Surgeon Explain
Episode 24: The odds of being bit by a shark are not high but definitely not zero, especially in South Florida. In this episode of On Call, Off Script, a Jackson Health System podcast, Miami native and shark-bite survivor Kevin Blanco shares the story of the day he was attacked while spearfishing in the Florida Keys. Kevin and his father, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Captain Omar Blanco, are joined by Antonio Marttos, MD, a UHealth – University of Miami Health System trauma surgeon at Ryder Trauma Center to walk through what happened. The moment Kevin was bit is only part of the story, as Dr. Marttos explains how one decision to stop the bleed saved Kevin’s leg. The conversation explores what happens when a medical emergency happens far from shore, why stopping severe bleeding makes a difference, and how firefighters, EMS teams, and trauma surgeons work together in harmony. Kevin opens up about his mental health and connection to the ocean years after the attack, leaving listeners with an important lesson on water safety, readiness, and awareness. Guest Bios: Kevin Blanco is a Miami native and business owner who survived a shark attack while spearfishing in the Florida Keys at 20 years old. He suffered a major leg injury from the shark, sending him to Ryder Trauma Center at Jackson South, and starting a long journey to recovery. Kevin tells his story as a cautionary tale of the importance of being prepared for anything while out on the water. Omar Blanco is Kevin’s father, a Miami-Dade Fire Rescue captain, and a Florida state representative. He has more than 20 years of experience as a first responder and that wisdom made all the difference when his son faced an emergency on the water. Omar highlights the importance of emergency preparedness and calling 911 immediately, while remembering how he felt as a parent after Kevin’s shark bite. Antonio Marttos, MD is a trauma surgeon at Ryder Trauma Center at Jackson Memorial Hospital and Jackson South Medical Center. He discusses how trauma teams assess shark bite injuries and control the bleeding, but also shines a light on how seamless the EMS, fire rescue, and trauma teams work together to save lives.
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Every month, we drop two new episodes packed with lively conversations featuring Jackson’s top experts. From the latest health trends and groundbreaking innovations to fascinating medical curiosities and inspiring patient stories, no topic is off limits.But we don’t stop there. Special guests from our community pop in and share their unique perspectives, making every episode engaging and relatable. Our mission? To showcase Jackson as Miami-Dade’s healthcare destination of choice, and a trusted name in medicine worldwide.On Call, Off Script: a Jackson Health System podcast.
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