Amazing Healthcare Workers at MedStar Montgomery
On this episode of Housecall, host Dr. David Doman welcomes guest Nathan Barbo, Vice President of Operations for MedStar Montgomery Medical Center. Founded about 100 years ago, originally called Montgomery Hospital, the named was changed 12 years ago when they joined MedStar. Amongst all the Covid-19 challenges MedStar was noticing people Medically Distancing. Meaning people weren't going to the doctors or hospital in fear of contracting coronavirus. MedStar answered this with having advanced cleanings, spaced out appointments, and shields put in place in order to keep all the patients safe during their regular medical care. Another safety measure MedStar enacted was to communicate with their whole team as promptly and efficiently as possible which is the best way to be safe. At one point the 125 bed hospital had over 60 positive Covid patients. Different waves continue to hit this and many more hospitals directly with little relief for healthcare workers. The long term occurrence of the coronavirus seems to be the biggest challenge for front line healthcare workers. Nathan says these workers are their most valuable assets, so MedStar has had no layoffs, provided advance paid time off, and an employee assistance fund for $3 million that was started for workers and their families. Transportation was also provided to employees that had complications with public transportation or their vehicle. Hotels are provided for Covid positive workers too. One thing that definitely helps recharge MedStar's Healthcare staff is a clap line of 100 associates, a newly released Covid patient, and their family to rejuvenate healthcare workers! For more information visit MedStarMontgomery.org ----------- Connect with MMCTV online: https://www.mmctv.org/ Subscribe to us on YouTube: / @montgomerymunicipalcable Follow us on social media: Facebook: / mmctvchannel16 Twitter: / mmctv16 Instagram: / montgomerymunicipalcable16 Montgomery Municipal Cable (MMCTV) is a government access station in Montgomery County, MD. MMC was designed to increase community awareness among the citizens of the county by broadcasting municipal events, educational programs and interviews with elected officials and other noteworthy individuals. You can find MMC on Channel 16 on Comcast, Verizon and RCN every evening as well as 24/7 access to our online video archives. Channel 16 is a member of the PEG Network (Public Education and Government) of Montgomery County. We are able to provide programming due to the continued support from the municipalities within the county. We are located in the Kensington Town Hall/Armory. We have a state of the art, all virtual studio which allows us to change the background for each of our programs. All of our programs are produced and hosted by municipal and county residents who volunteer their time as a way of communicating a topic they are passionate about for the residents of Montgomery County. MMC’s programming includes shows that provide the public with information pertaining to health and wellness, politics, business, the arts and life planning including services, organizations and local events. We also have programs for the Hispanic community. Whether you’re looking to hear from your elected officials about what’s going on in our community or if you are looking for volunteer opportunities close to home, MMC has something of interest for everyone in the county.
