In this episode, Vrushangi Shah from the American Journal of Healthcare Strategy interviews Meghan Weihmuller, Director of Primary Care and Population Health Growth at Mercy. Meghan shares her journey from her undergraduate days at St. Louis University, her transition from being a Certified Nursing Assistant to a leader in healthcare administration, and her various roles in Mercy's fellowship program. She discusses her passion for strategy, her mentorship experiences, and her contributions to building new healthcare fellowship programs at Mercy. Additionally, Meghan talks about her startup, PediaBright, which aims to bridge communication gaps in pediatric healthcare through children's books. This insightful conversation is perfect for those interested in healthcare careers, fellowship opportunities, and innovative healthcare solutions.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:23 Megan's Educational and Career Journey 02:33 Graduate Internship Experience at SSM 05:06 Choosing a Fellowship and Landing at Mercy 09:14 Mercy Fellowship Structure and Evolution 15:57 Mentorship and Its Importance 20:00 Career Progression: Manager to Director 27:04 Advice for Aspiring Fellows and Early Careerists 30:42 Founding PediaBright: Bridging Pediatric Healthcare Gaps 36:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts