Love Rounds

Adaptations and Thriving: Wellness in Every Perspective

This week on Love Rounds, Rachel and Anna are joined by Fred LaFauci, program management specialist in Pediatric Ophthalmology, for a conversation about his unique role working with patients who are blind or have low vision. Fred shares how his diverse background led him to this work, what inspires him most about the patients and families he supports, and how these experiences have shaped his own approach to wellness and connection.

Wellness Spotlight: Michelle Grau, MSN, RN, CPN

This week on Love Rounds, Rachel and Anna sit down with Michelle Grau, MSN, RN, CPN, clinical director of Ambulatory Otolaryngology, G1NE Complex Airway, and the Aero/Interdisciplinary Feeding Team. Michelle shares her journey at Cincinnati Children’s and what it means to be a clinical leader who prioritizes the emotional health and well-being of her team. From fostering a supportive work environment to championing wellness initiatives, Michelle offers valuable insights into leadership with compassion.

Furry Friends, Big Impact: How Facility Dogs Support Wellness

This week on Love Rounds, tails are wagging as Rachel and Anna welcome four very special guests, Child Life Specialist Breanne Eagan and Clinical Assistant Schellie Scott, along with their incredible facility dogs, Bryn and Hadley! Breanne and Schellie share their journey to becoming handlers and the profound impact these furry companions have not just on patients and families, but on their own wellbeing as well. Listen to hear heartwarming stories and learn how Bryn and Hadley are bringing comfort, connection, and joy every day!

The Role of Humor in Workplace Wellbeing

This week on Love Rounds, Rachel and Anna welcome Nancy Gaughan, Vice President, Operations and Brian Coley, Radiologist in Chief for a fun and insightful conversation on the importance of humor in the workplace.

They share why laughter matters, how it fosters team wellbeing, and why taking a moment to laugh with colleagues can make all the difference. Get ready to giggle, chuckle, and maybe even cackle as this lively group gets a little silly—because sometimes, laughter really is the best medicine!

The Importance of Building Community

This week on Love Rounds, Rachel and Anna sit down with Sarah Pierok, Sr. Learning and Development Specialist, to explore the vital role that community plays in overall well-being. Sarah shares what led her to Cincinnati Children’s, her journey with the Anderson Center, and why fostering connections with colleagues is essential for a thriving workplace. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on belonging, support, and the impact of community.

A Conversation on Access, Capacity, and Flow and the Future of Care

This week on Love Rounds, Rachel and Anna welcome Dr. Christy White, Chief of Access, Capacity, and Flow, and Denise White, Sr. Director of Access, for an in-depth discussion on our Wildly Important Goal—Access. Christy and Denise break down what access, capacity, and flow truly mean and why they are critical to patient care. They also share about the The Access Hub, a soon-to-launch capacity command center designed to streamline care and improve efficiency across the system (think NASA command center!).

Leading with a Wellness Focus

This week on Love Rounds, Rachel and Anna sit down with Dr. Michael Gaies, Co-Executive Director of the Heart Institute, to explore what it means to lead with a wellness focus in a clinical setting. Dr. Gaies shares how prioritizing staff well-being directly impacts patient care and highlights key initiatives within the Heart Institute designed to support and uplift teams. Tune in for an insightful discussion on leadership, resilience, and the power of a well-supported workforce.

Healing the Whole Person: A Conversation on Integrative Care

In this episode of Love Rounds, Rachel and Anna sit down with Wanda Baker, Child Life and Integrative Care Clinical Manager, to explore what it means to care for patients—and ourselves—from a perspective of wholeness. Wanda reflects on the intricate tapestry of experiences that brought her to Cincinnati Children’s, discusses how she approaches her personal wellness through a lens of integrative health, and shares about the exciting work taking place in Integrative Care today.