It's Settled: The Ametros Podcast
What happens after a serious injury? Who do you turn to? Hear the authentic and inspirational stories of those injured at work or in an accident, their loved ones, and industry professionals. Our guests discuss their experiences living with a life-changing injury or their professional initiatives working towards making a difference within the insurance industry. Hosted by Allison Kelly, Chief Revenue Officer of Ametros, Shawn Deane, General Counsel of Ametros, and Melissa Coleman, Senior Vice President of Marketing of Ametros.
Episodes
49 episodes
Solomon Kahn on Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace: Opportunities and Caution
Ever wondered how artificial intelligence is reshaping the landscape of workplaces everywhere? In this episode we’re taking a deep dive into Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace with Solomon Kahn, a data science expert, Founder and CEO...
Greg Gitter on the Art of Resolution: Legacy Claims Edition
Sometimes even the most challenging work comp legacy files often have surprisingly straightforward solutions. In this episode, we're joined by a true negotiation and resolution expert, Greg Gitter, President of
Linda J. McCoy on Never Giving Up: A Mother's Journey Through Unthinkable Odds
In this remarkable episode, we welcome Linda J. McCoy, a devoted mother and caregiver for her son Darien Smith, an Ametros member, who defied the odds after a severe head injury at work left him facing the most critical brain stroke imaginable....
Transforming Tragedy with Patrizia Cassaniti: The Touched by Christopher Foundation
Join us for a deeply moving episode as we sit down with Patrizia Cassaniti, a courageous woman who transformed personal tragedy into a powerful force for change. Through the Touched by Christoph...
Dr. Les Kertay on Best Practices for Addressing Mental Health in Work Comp
In honor of Mental Health Awareness month, we want to highlight a topic that often gets overlooked but has significant implications for both injured individuals and workers' compensation professionals alike: mental health in work comp claims. W...
Deborah Castellucci, RN MPA CLNC on a Customized Approach to Catastrophic Care
Imagine living in a world where your home and vehicle are not designed to suit your physical needs. For those who have experienced catastrophic injuries or motor disabilities, adapting living spaces and medical need customizations can be necess...
Danielle Troxel on Destigmatizing Mental Health After an Injury
Navigating a workers’ compensation or liability claim is tough: physical injuries are just one part of an individual’s experience. Many individuals struggle with mental health issues such as frustration or low self-esteem after not being able t...
Eamon O’Regan on the Importance of Self-Advocacy After an Injury
After a serious injury, many individuals need more than just physical rehabilitation - they often require extensive mental health support and help rediscovering activities that give them joy. Recovery is both an emotional and physical journey r...
Introducing WorkCompCollege – Become a Work Comp Expert Online!
There are many different facets of workers’ compensation that all play a critical role in helping support employers and injured individuals after a work comp claim is filed. Some in the industry asked - what could you accomplish if you had a co...
Danielle Lisenbey on Turning “Fixed Mindsets” Into “Growth Mindsets”
If you have the experience and skills but are still asking yourself, “Am I ready? Am I qualified enough for the requirements of this job?,” you may have preconceived notions or fixed views holding you back from your goals. In this ...
Debra Livingston on Returning to Work through Purpose and Connection
Recovery is an important part of returning to work after a serious work injury. The ideal outcome for a workers' compensation claim is to help an individual fully recover from their injury and help them safely return to work. But what is involv...
Overcoming Adversity with Jason Schechterle
Jason Schechterle's career choice as a patrol officer had serious risks, but he never thought he’d experience what occurred to him one night in 2001. Jason took an emergency call that would forever change his life. While he was on his way tryin...
'Adjusting’ to an Empathetic Resolution Model with Greg Hamlin
With millions of U.S. workplace injuries and illnesses reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) each year, there is no doubt workplace injuries are common. However, the average ...
Kristen Chavez on Changing the Narrative of Work Comp
How did work comp become such a misunderstood system and underrated career? When its sole purpose is to help those who are injured after a workplace accident, why do we find ourselves overcoming many of the negative stigmas surrounding this sys...
Dave & Amanda Repsher: Flight for Life Nurse Career Becomes a Fight for Life
Imagine landing the career of your dreams, but then having it catastrophically change your life. Dave Repsher, an Ametros Member, landed a career as a flight nurse and it was everything he had dreamt it would be. But one day during a publ...
Mark Pew, The RxProfessor on Wellness in Work Comp
How can individuals manage their pain without being prescribed opioids? What role do our brains play with pain management? For this episode, Mark Pew, also known as the RxProfessor, speaks to improving wellness in workers’ compensation.
Candice Caesar: Where Does Motivation Come from After a Life-Changing Injury?
Goals are important. They help us set our sights on what's next and make sure that we're not letting anything stop or distract from our achievements. When we set a goal, there’s a process we take to prioritize and work towards it. We ask oursel...
Benedict Nwachukwu, MD, MBA on Prioritizing Health to “Stay in The Game”
It's no secret that our health is integral to everything we do. Whether our health goals include weight loss, posture improvement, or healing from an injury, the basic principles of staying healthy and healing are the same for everyone. However...
Clarence Easterday on How a Military Mindset Impacts Human Connection
How does working in a nuclear unit in the military have profound impacts on human connection? Clarence Easterday (Former US Army Field Artillery Officer) is a prominent leader in the risk management and trucking sector and his unit was one of m...
Heather Schwartz Sanderson, Esq. on Finding Clarity in Your Career
Is fear holding you back from moving forward with something new and unknown? Wondering if it's time to take on a new project or jump ahead in a workers' comp career? Sometimes we all need a little clarity. After years of working in MSP complian...
Life After a Traumatic Brain Injury: Lauren & Colleen Murphy
As a parent, you want nothing more than to see your children grow up to become happy, healthy, and successful people. But what if life has different plans, and you get a call that forever changes the course of your life? In 2013, Colleen Mur...
Dr. Claire C. Muselman on Developing a Care Advocacy Model in Work Comp
What strategies do successful insurance leaders implement? How can insurance leaders push the current boundaries of the industry to improve settlement outcomes? One way is to empower employees to think out-of-the-box at the desk level. Hear fro...
