AnneMarie hosts a solo episode of AMC Connects packed with important updates for the Rome Health team and our community.

In this episode you'll hear:

• A transparent look at our financial performance through June 2026 (progress + areas that need attention)

• Why we're doubling down on growth, reducing excess hospital days, optimizing case mix, and matching staffing to patient flow

• How we're challenging the status quo, creating standard work, and breaking the cycle of chaos (including those code green capacity moments)

Exciting news: a new centralized Patient Progression Hub launching by October 1 to create more predictability and better experiences for patients and families CareSync / Meditech Expand update — job descriptions are live! We're hiring 3 Implementation Project Managers and 16 Core Team Members for the largest non-bricks-and-mortar project in Rome Health history

Big recognition: Rome Health is one of only 312 hospitals nationwide recognized for excellent MRSA prevention performance Plus a quick shout-out to the fantastic recent conversation with Dr. Bushnell and the Emergency Department team.

Whether you're on the front lines, in leadership, or just following along from the community — this one keeps us all on the same page. Thank you for everything you do every single day. Together we keep raising the bar.

Join host AnneMarie as she welcomes Andrew Bushnell, MD, Director of the Rome Health Emergency Department, to AMC Connects for an inside look at the dedicated team providing lifesaving care every day.

Before Dr. Bushnell can even introduce himself, AnneMarie shares a heartfelt patient review the Emergency Department received just the day before—a powerful reminder of the compassion and commitment that define the team at Rome Health.

Throughout the conversation, Dr. Bushnell discusses what it means to care for patients during some of the most difficult moments of their lives, the challenges and rewards of emergency medicine, and how his team works tirelessly to deliver timely, efficient, and compassionate care to every patient who walks through the doors.

Whether you've visited the Emergency Department yourself or are simply curious about what happens behind the scenes, this episode offers an inspiring look at the people who are there when our community needs them most.

Hey AMC fam! This week we're joined by the incredible Ashley Edwards, a total fan favorite across the organization! Ashley dives deep into what's happening with our nursing priorities, recruitment, and retention efforts. From celebrating our recent recognition as one of America's Greatest Midsize Workplaces in Healthcare to pushing even harder to become the greatest place to work — we're not stopping! 💪

You'll hear about:

• 100% tuition reimbursement & the massive growth in BSNs and national certifications (we've nearly quadrupled certified nurses — huge wins!)
• The awesome certified nurse coach support and professional development opportunities
• The exciting shift to professional dress colors (and how the frontline team made it happen)
• Real talk on high acuity, busy seasons, and the practical steps being taken to support our amazing clinical teams

Ashley shares inspiring stories of team members advancing their education, the power of leadership, and how we're tackling challenges head-on — including her own time back at the bedside to feel the pulse of what's happening in real time.

If you're a nurse, clinical team member, or just love hearing about a workplace that truly invests in its people, this episode is packed with motivation and momentum! ❤️

AnneMarie kicks things off with the most hilarious and heartfelt workforce feedback we've ever received — from a proud #AMCSuperFan who just realized what "AMC" actually stands for. (Pro tip: Yes, it's Anne Marie Czyz Connects — and we're loving every second of these connections!)

We chat about the awesome updates happening on AMC Connects based on your feedback, and then sit down with our very first Advanced Practice Nurse on the show — the amazing Maree Joy!

Maree drops in to talk about her journey into pediatrics, why kids are the most resilient and honest patients ever, her path from nurse's aide to Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, and what keeps her passionate about caring for our littlest patients.

❤️ Whether you're part of the Rome Health team or just love good conversation, this episode is full of heart, humor, and real talk.

🚨 AI is Transforming Healthcare – And It's Already Here! 🚨

In Episode 28 of AMC Connects, AnneMarie sits down with Dr. Michael Attilio, Rome Health's Chief Medical Information Officer, for an eye-opening conversation about the future of medicine in the age of Artificial Intelligence.

From the massive Epic vs. Meditech Expanse EHR selection process to how AI is reshaping patient care, clinical workflows, and innovation in community health systems — this episode dives deep into what's really happening behind the scenes. Dr. Attilio shares insights on:
Why Meditech Expanse was the right choice for Rome Health The "hurricane" of implementing a new EHR How AI is no longer sci-fi — it's becoming an essential tool for better patient outcomes.

Whether you're in healthcare, tech, or just curious about how AI will affect your next doctor visit, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and forward-thinking energy.

👉 Don't miss this exciting discussion on one of the most important topics in modern medicine!

AMC Connects Episode 27: Six Months of Momentum & Celebrating Our Amazing Nurses!

AnneMarie is back with a powerful update on Rome Health Network — and this one's packed with good news!

From explosive community feedback and our growing Reflux Center and General Surgery services, to the incredible success of our "We Can See You Now" initiative — we're making specialty care faster and more accessible than ever in Central New York.

Plus, don't miss our brand-new special edition: We take you inside the PTAP Retreat at Mohawk Valley Community College to celebrate our incredible new nurses completing their first year. Watch them compete in the "Amazing Race"-style challenges, hear their inspiring stories, and see why Rome Health is building the future of nursing excellence.

If you care about local healthcare, great people, and real community impact — this episode is a must-watch.

It's halftime right now for Rome Health and the goals that we set for our selves at the start of the new year. AnneMarie has an update on where Rome Health stands right now as we are working to achieve the goals that were set.

Then we move on to the exciting announcement of the upcoming Open House for Rome Health Convenient Care at Turning Stone Resort Casino located in the new Crescent Hotel.

Next are highlights from the Rome Health Foundation's Annual Golf Tournament. AMC has a Special Edition just for you.

Lastly, to celebrate 6months of the podcast, we provide some outtakes and highlights.

🚨 Don't miss this powerhouse return!

The most-watched guest in AMC Connects history is back for Round 2 — and she's bringing even more fire.

Dr. Krislyn Flint returns to the studio for an honest, energizing, and eye-opening conversation you won't want to miss. From the hot-off-the-press $472,000 MRI grant that's about to transform patient care, to the raw realities women face with menopause, weight loss plateaus, energy crashes, joint pain, and everything in between — this episode is packed with insight, inspiration, and real talk.

Plus, Dr Flint has a "Super" exciting little piece of information she is very excited to share with the AMC Connects audience.

If her first appearance blew up the charts, this one is guaranteed to top it.

Hit play now and get ready to feel seen, informed, and fired up.