AMC Connects is back with an unforgettable episode!

Join us as we sit down with Allyson Daniello, Rome Health's dedicated Patient Experience Coordinator and a proud native of Rome, NY. Allyson shares her inspiring career journey—from her early days in ophthalmology, to stepping away from the area to advance her skills in Baltimore, and ultimately returning home during the COVID-19 pandemic to join Rome Health in her current role. Discover how she now makes a meaningful difference every day, helping patients and families navigate their care with compassion and support.

But first, we kick things off with some exciting statewide news: New York has just been awarded $212 million in first-year funding through the federal Rural Health Transformation Program! AMC breaks down exactly what this historic investment means, how it will strengthen rural healthcare facilities (including those right here in our communities), and the key initiatives it will support—like workforce development, technology-enhanced care, and better coordination for patients.

All this and more in a brand-new episode of AMC Connects—don't miss it!

Join host AnneMarie Czyz (AMC), President & CEO of Rome Health, as she kicks off the episode with key healthcare updates from New York State and across the nation, including:
• The landmark passage of the Medical Aid in Dying Act
• New CMS initiatives supporting rural health
• Reduced drug prices and extended Obamacare subsidies
• Updates to vaccine schedules
• Enhanced insurer price transparency requirements

Then, dive into an insightful interview with Dr. Krislyn Flint, a board-certified gynecologist with over 20 years of experience in women's health. Dr. Flint shares her journey transitioning to a specialized focus on perimenopause and menopause care, her holistic approach to treatment, and the transformative benefits of hormone replacement therapy for symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings, and other systemic challenges.

We wrap up with some fun Rapid Fire Questions for Dr. Flint, plus exciting news for the entire Rome Health team – including a well-deserved 2% wage increase starting this month! All this and more on AMC Connects. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for the latest episodes!

Welcome to AMC Connects! This podcast is deisgned to be authentic conversations connecting Rome Health with one another and with the surround Rome community and beyond. Hosted by President/CEO AnneMarie Czyz, this podcast features interviews with staff, leaders, and experts— plus updates on new doctors, procedures, and innovations. Inspiration and insights from the heart of Central New York healthcare at Rome Health.

In the premiere episode of AMC Connects, host AnneMarie dives into the unprecedented surge in flu cases sweeping across New York State—with record-breaking numbers reported this season—and zooms in on the impact in Central New York. She highlights the proactive measures Rome Health is taking to curb the spread, while shining a well-deserved spotlight on the dedicated frontline staff working tirelessly to care for those affected.

Then, AnneMarie welcomes her very first guest: Rome native and Executive Director of the Rome Health Foundation, Chester DiBari III (affectionately known as Chet). Join them as Chet shares his inspiring journey—from spending over a decade on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, to returning home to lead the Foundation and make a meaningful difference in his community.

To wrap things up on a lighter note, AnneMarie hits Chet with a series of fun, fast-paced Rapid Fire questions that reveal a whole new side of him!

All this and more in the debut episode of AMC Connects—your connection to health, community, and inspiring stories from Rome Health!