



Core Conversations - Episode 26 – Jeanine Bussa
What does it take to change careers and become a nurse later in life? On this episode of Core Conversations, Natalie Baggio sits down with Jeanine Bussa, a graduate of the Student Nurse Apprenticeship Program at Corewell Health. Jeanine shares how she pursued her lifelong dream of nursing at age 5…

Core Conversations - Episode 25 – Gabby Stover
In this episode of Core Conversations, Natalie Baggio sits down with ER nurse Gabby Stover to discuss her journey from growing up in Southwest Michigan to building a career caring for the community she calls home. Inspired by her parents, both ICU nurses, Gabby shares how Corewell Health's Student …

Core Conversations - Episode 24 – Building the Future of Health Care for July 6
In the kickoff to Series 3 of Core Conversations, the mic is flipped as Sarah Cavanaugh sits down with Corewell Health President Natalie Baggio to discuss the future of health care careers in Southwest Michigan. Together, they explore how career pathway and pipeline programs are helping address wor…

Core Conversations - Episode 23 - Misconceptions
In this special episode of Core Conversations, the microphone is flipped as Corewell Health Southwest Michigan President Natalie Baggio answers some of the most common questions and misconceptions circulating throughout the community. From physician recruitment and appointment access to labor and d…

Core Conversations - Episode 22 - Max Schaefer
In this episode of Core Conversations, Natalie Baggio sits down with Dr. Max Schaefer of Corewell Health to discuss the growing need for accessible substance use treatment and the evolving field of addiction medicine across Southwest Michigan. Dr. Schaefer shares his personal journey into this work…

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…