What Matters Most as We Age

What Matters Most as We Age

In this episode of Live Better, Feel Better, Victoria Dunkle sits down with Dr. Anna Hicks, Administrative Director of Age-Friendly Services at AdventHealth North Carolina, to talk about what it means to age well. They discuss the Age-Friendly Health System model, the importance of starting with what matters most, the role of brain health and how whole-person care can support independence, safety and quality of life as we grow older. Dr. Hicks also shares how AdventHealth is expanding Age-Friendly care across the region and why healthy aging begins long before retirement. Whether you are caring for an older adult or thinking about your own future health, this conversation offers practical insight and encouragement.

Leading With Purpose: Growing Care and Empowering Teams at AdventHealth

In this inspiring episode of Live Better, Feel Better, host Victoria Dunkle sits down with Christy Sneller, Vice President of Physician Services for AdventHealth North Carolina. From her early days as a medical assistant to leading a network of more than 50 physician offices and nearly 300 providers, Christy shares a powerful story of growth, mentorship and purpose-driven leadership. Rooted in AdventHealth’s mission to extend the healing ministry of Christ, this conversation highlights how investing in people, expanding access to care and leading with compassion helps both team members and communities feel supported, connected and whole.

Heart Health, Close to Home: Cardiology Care for the Whole-Person in Western North Carolina

Heart Health Month is a natural moment to pause and reflect on how we’re caring for one of the most vital parts of our body. For many people, heart health brings questions, concern or even fear — especially when navigating a health care system that can feel complex or fragmented. In this episode of Live Better. Feel Better., we invite listeners into a thoughtful, reassuring conversation about heart care that is both advanced and personal. Together with Dr. Eduardo Balcells, Medical Director of Cardiology at AdventHealth, we explore what comprehensive cardiology care truly means, how continuity of care builds trust and why access to high-quality heart care close to home matters deeply for individuals and families across Western North Carolina.

A Place for Every Baby – Expanding Care at The Baby Place at AdventHealth Hendersonville

This episode of the Live Better Feel Better podcast shines a light on how AdventHealth Hendersonville is expanding care for every baby and every family – so they can live fully, feel supported and begin their journey with uncommon compassion. Host Victoria Dunkle welcomes Chloe Harden to share how The Baby Place is transforming maternity care with a focus on safety, compassion, and whole-person healing. Together, they explore: * Mother & Baby Care – Designed Around You Discover how The Baby Place creates a nurturing experience with private labor, delivery, and recovery suites, skin-to-skin bonding, and personalized support that celebrates every mom and baby. * 24/7 Whole-Person Care Learn about the OB Hospitalists program – board -certified obstetricians available around the clock – ensuring expert care is always close, even when your personal OB may not be available. * NICU: A Bold Step Forward Chloe shares details about the new Level II NICU opening in December, offering advanced care for premature and medically fragile newborns – the first in Henderson County. * Faith-Based, Community-Driven Mission Hear how AdventHealth’s not-for-profit, faith-based mission empowers The Baby Place to invest in what matters most: compassionate care that honors body, mind and spirit.

The Heart Behind the Healing: A Breast Cancer Conversation with Dr. Colette Salm-Schmid

In this powerful debut episode of the Live Better Feel Better Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Colette Salm-Schmid, a fellowship-trained breast surgeon and leader in AdventHealth’s Cancer Services across Western North Carolina.  We invite you to join Victoria and Dr. Salm-Schmid to explore:  * The latest insights on breast cancer, including what’s making headlines and what women need to know.  * The whole-person approach to cancer care at AdventHealth, where healing the body is just the beginning.  * Her calling to care, and how faith, compassion, and innovation guide her work every day.  Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or community member, this conversation will inspire you to live better and feel better – through knowledge, connection and hope.