Stay in the know about upcoming events at Enloe Health, hear how the organization is performing and more in our Enloe’s Message podcast.
Every month, Jolene Francis, Enloe Health’s Chief Development Officer, will sit down with Mike Wiltermood, Enloe Health’s President and CEO, or other members of the organization’s Senior Team.
They’ll reflect on the previous month, recognize employee accomplishments and share what’s going on at Enloe Health to keep caregivers informed.
Episode 49: The New Rehabilitation Partnership
Jolene visits with Mike about the partnership Enloe Health forged with Lifepoint Health to manage the Enloe Health Rehabilitation Center. Mike hopes to dispel rumors about employment and operational issues that have resulted from the partnership. He also explains the related issues of admission to the rehabilitation center, billing and payment through Medicare.
Finally, Mike and Jolene express their thanks for the hard work Enloe caregivers demonstrate every day.
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Episode 48: Enloe Wraps up 2025
December brought some expected and unexpected activity to Enloe Health. These topics take the spotlight during the January edition of Enloe’s Message.
Jolene speaks with Mike about this year’s Joint Commission survey, Oroville Hospital’s bankruptcy and the possibility of Enloe playing a part of Oroville’s reorganization. They also discuss the unexpected national attention Enloe received due to a widely viewed social media post.
Finally, Mike and Jolene compliment the outstanding work Enloe caregivers do during the holiday season.
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Episode 47: Timely Issues
Another calendar year is almost in the books, and several timely issues take the spotlight during the December edition of Enloe’s Message.
Mike and Jolene discuss Enloe’s strategic initiatives, the mid-year review the Enloe Health Board of Trustees will consider, the closure of Glenn Medical Center, instability at Oroville Hospital, the recent visit from the Joint Commission and the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in Enloe Health Park.
Finally, Mike and Jolene thank Enloe caregivers for their hard work and wish them a joyous holiday season.
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Episode 46: Talking About New, Legacy Physicians
Doctors new to the profession — and seasoned ones who’ve made a significant mark on their work and in the community — take the spotlight during the November edition of Enloe’s Message.
Sean Maiorano, D.O., Chief Medical Officer, talks to Jolene. They discuss how physicians at the Family Medicine Residency Program are settling in since starting in July. The two also talk about 2026 Match Day, giving a sneak peek into the next group of residents who will join the program.
Finally, Dr. Maiorano talks about the 2025 Physician Legacy Award, honoring a doctor who has made a real impact at Enloe Health and in the community.
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Episode 45: Enloe Health Leadership Hosts Town Hall
Mike and other members of Enloe’s Senior Team hosted a conversation about the state of the organization during a recent Town Hall. The Senior Team provided details on Enloe’s financial condition along with plans for the next months and years.
Hear what was discussed, including an update on the Enloe Health Gonzales Comprehensive Cancer Center and the cardiac and imaging center that will be built on West East Avenue. The team also went over the closure of Glenn Medical Center, the possible effects on Enloe and more.
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Episode 44: Enloe’s Senior Team Talks Town Hall
Jolene visits with Mike about the Senior Team Town Hall scheduled for Sept. 30. They chat about the opportunity for all caregivers to ask questions of leadership, as well as to learn about other important issues facing the organization in the months ahead.
Mike and Jolene invite everyone to attend, either in person or online, and to submit questions for the Senior Team to address.
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Episode 43: Home Health & Hospice to Close
After careful consideration, Enloe Health Home Health and Enloe Health Hospice will close on Oct. 31.
Mike joins Jolene to discuss this change in the August episode of Enloe’s Message.
“This was a difficult decision for us because of the disruption it could bring for our employees,” Mike shared.
The two shed light on what led to the decision how it will help the organization’s future. They also announce a new partnership with Butte Home Health and Hospice to give Enloe patients continued timely access to high-quality care following a stay in the hospital. Plus, they go over Butte Home Health’s reputation as a trusted, highly rated organization.
“This is the best thing for the organization and our community for us to be sustainable going forward,” Mike said, adding that changes will be implemented in a respectful and caring manner.
“For us to take a step back, and reflect and give a (community) partner an opportunity to grow their business and for us to collaborate (with that organization) is really what our community deserves,” he said.
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