The Impact of the ED Service Ambassador Program
Published September 11, 2025


In this episode, Amy Kwiatkowski talks with Liddy Deacon of Sutter Health about their Emergency Department Service Ambassador Program. Liddy shares how ambassadors support patients and staff, foster meaningful connections, and improve care experiences across the ED.
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Co-Creating Change Using Storytelling
Published January 14, 2025

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The “What Matters to You” Movement: Fostering Sustainable Change in Healthcare
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