

Core Conversations - Episode 21 - Dr. Birris
In this episode of Core Conversations, Natalie Baggio sits down with Dr. Tom Birris, a gastroenterologist serving Southwest Michigan, for an informative discussion on digestive health, preventive screenings, and the growing importance of early colon cancer detection. Dr. Birris shares why colon ca…

Core Conversations - Episode 20 – Core Reflections, Part 2
In this special episode of Core Conversations, Natalie Baggio revisits meaningful conversations that highlight the power of compassionate care, quick action, and community-focused health care. From a patient's unexpected journey through emergency cardiac bypass surgery to stories showcasing life-sa…

Core Conversations -Episode 19- Core Reflections, Part 1
In this special episode of Core Conversations with Natalie Baggio, we look back at meaningful conversations with Corewell Health leaders about the future of health care, innovation, mentorship, and compassionate leadership. From AI and virtual medicine to developing the next generation of nurses an…

Core Conversations - Episode 18 – Dr. Craig Kline
General surgery is rapidly evolving in Southwest Michigan — and patients are seeing the impact. In this episode of Core Conversations with Natalie Baggio, Dr. Craig Klein shares how services ranging from hernia and breast surgery to trauma care, and how robotic-assisted technology is helping improv…

Core Conversations - Episode 17 – Dr. Sonia Motin
A newly redesigned behavioral health unit in St. Joseph is helping reshape the care experience for patients across Southwest Michigan—featuring natural light, comfort-centered design, and a more compassionate healing environment. In this episode of Core Conversations, Dr. Sonia Motin shares the pe…

Core Conversations - Episode 16 – Amy Knauf
Women’s health care is evolving in Southwest Michigan and it’s all about keeping care close to home. In this episode of Core Conversations with Natalie Baggio, Women’s Services and OB Director Amy Knauf shares how her 26-year journey in nursing is shaping the future of care for moms and families i…

Core Conversations - Episode 15 – Dr. Amrinder Singh
Stroke care is closer than ever in Southwest Michigan - And that means more lives saved, closer to home. In this episode of Core Conversations, Natalie Baggio and Dr. Amrinder Singh discuss how Corewell Health’s Neurointerventional Program is delivering 24/7, advanced stroke care locally, helping …

Core Conversations - Episode 14 - John Froggatt
In this episode of Core Conversations, Natalie Baggio is joined by Dr. John Froggatt to highlight how Corewell Health is advancing cardiology care for the people of Southwest Michigan. From new treatments for irregular heart rhythms, to expanded access through additional specialists and leading-edg…

Core Conversations - Episode 13 - Scott Nolte
In this episode of Core Conversations with Natalie Baggio, Scott Nolte, Director of Rehabilitation Services at Corewell Health, discusses how rehabilitation care is becoming more accessible across Southwest Michigan. With new and expanded clinic locations, patients can more easily access the care t…

Core Conversations - Episode 12 - Connie Harmon
In this episode of Core Conversations, host Natalie Baggio talks with Connie Harmon, Chief Nursing Officer for Corewell Health in Watervliet. Connie shares her 40+ year journey in health care and discusses the services available locally, including cardiology care, outpatient surgery, lab and diagno…