Love Rounds

Joy at Work: Finding Lightness in a Serious World

This week on Love Rounds, Rachel and Anna are joined by Melody Siska, vice president of quality transformation and advanced analytics, for an honest and uplifting conversation about the role of joy, humor, and authenticity in the workplace.

Together, they explore the misconception that being joyful at work means you're not working hard enough, and why bringing your whole self to work, including your sense of humor, can foster stronger teams and better well-being. In a field where the stakes are high, sometimes a little levity can go a long way.

Learning to Lead: How QI Education Supports Well-Being

This week on Love Rounds, Rachel and Anna are joined by DaVona Chapman, director of quality improvement education, and Dwayne Spencer, senior quality improvement specialist, for a conversation about the deeper purpose behind Leadership Academy, Cincinnati Children’s QI education program. They explore how quality improvement is not just about efficiency—it’s about connection, support, and creating environments where people and processes can thrive. Learn how QI education empowers staff to build a culture of well-being, one improvement at a time.

Leading Through Uncertainty with Dr. Samir Shah

This week on Love Rounds, Rachel and Anna sit down with Dr. Samir Shah, vice chair of clinical affairs and education, for a thoughtful conversation about leading with intention during uncertain times. Together, they explore what it means to support the well-being of teams, how leaders can actively promote a culture of wellness, and—on a lighter note—their shared enthusiasm for Peloton as a personal wellness practice.

Quality, Wellness, and Being the Best at Getting Better

This week on Love Rounds, Rachel and Anna are joined by Dr. Eric Williams, chief quality officer. Eric shares his journey to the organization and what excites him most as he steps into this new leadership role. Together, they explore how keeping patients at the center drives quality excellence, and why supporting employee wellness is essential to delivering the highest standard of care. Because when our people can show up as their best selves, our care gets even better.

Inside the Wellness Team: Purpose, Progress, and What’s Ahead

This week on Love Rounds, Rachel and Anna sit down with two incredible members of the Wellness team, Amy Grant, senior clinical quality specialist, and Alyssa Paolella, senior data science analyst.

Together, they share their personal journeys and what inspired them to pursue wellness work at Cincinnati Children’s. From meaningful projects to memorable moments, they reflect on what excites them most about supporting employee wellbeing, and what they’re most looking forward to in the future.

Purpose and Perseverance: A Conversation with Dr. Bob Frenck

This week on Love Rounds, Rachel and Anna are joined by Dr. Bob Frenck, director of vaccine research, for an inspiring conversation about science, service, and wellness in the world of research. Dr. Frenck shares how his time in the Navy shaped his perspective, what drew him to the legacy of innovation at Cincinnati Children’s, and how wellness plays a role in sustaining passion and purpose through challenging times.

 

Meet the Cincinnati Children's Archivist, Jim DaMico

This week on Love Rounds, Rachel and Anna are joined by Jim DaMico, archivist, for a fascinating conversation about the rich history of the hospital. Jim shares some of his favorite pieces of Cincinnati Children’s history, the unique history walks, and how the past continues to shape the present. He also opens up about his personal wellness practices and how staying connected to history helps him find balance in his own life.

A Human Factors Perspective on Wellness

This week on Love Rounds, Rachel and Anna sit down with Kristen Webster, human factors engineer and patient safety consultant, to explore the fascinating world of Human Factors Engineering, and how it shapes the way we design for safety, efficiency, and wellbeing in healthcare. Kristen shares how her unique journey led her to Cincinnati Children’s, explains the critical role human factors plays across the system, and reflects on how she maintains her own wellbeing.