Cup of Joe brings you behind the scenes with CEO Joe Freudenberger as he sits down with guests from across OakBend to talk all things healthcare, from how our departments work and the equipment we use to their own personal stories. Explore our full video library, see where you can watch new episodes, and learn how to stay involved with the conversations shaping care in our community.

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Each time a new Cup of Joe episode is released, we’ll publish a blog that dives deeper into the topic or specialty highlighted by that week’s guest. Be sure to check our blog page regularly to stay informed and explore more behind-the-scenes insights from across OakBend.

Sara Richards and Joe Freudenberger discuss when to choose urgent care versus the ER in an informative video segment.

When to Go to the Emergency Room vs. Urgent Care: Signs, Symptoms & Safety Tips

When to Go to the Emergency Room vs. Urgent Care: Signs, Symptoms & Safety Tips This information is meant to help guide healthcare decisions. If you are experiencing life-threatening symptoms, seek emergency medical care immediately. Not a fan of reading? Click the video below to watch our Cup of Joe on this topic. We've all

OakBend Medical Center CEO Joe Freudenberger and Chief of Staff Ashley Bellew discuss enhanced tax credits and health insurance subsidies during a Cup of Joe conversation.

Enhanced Tax Credits: What They Are and Why They Matter

Enhanced Tax Credits: What They Are and Why They Matter Health insurance is not just complicated - it is deeply personal. It often feels confusing, yet it plays a crucial role in helping families stay covered, cared for, and financially stable when the unexpected happens. At OakBend Medical Center, our mission goes beyond care delivery.

2025 GivingTuesday: Celebrating the Quiet Work Case Management Does

As we celebrate Giving Tuesday, we’re sharing the work of our case managers and the care they provide behind the scenes. Your support today strengthens this important work. {{ vc_btn: title=Donate+Today%21&color=blue&align=center&link=url%3Ahttps%253A%252F%252Foakbendmedcenter.org%252Fgivingtuesday%252F%7Ctitle%3ADonate%2520Today%21 }} 2025 GivingTuesday: Celebrating the Quiet Work Case Management Does When most people think about a hospital stay they picture doctors, nurses, and medical

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How a Hyperbaric Chamber Works

How Our No-Wait ER Works

The Importance of Pathology

Benefits of an Attached SNF Unit
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Director of Surgical Services

Clinical Director of the ICU

Medical Director of the ICU

Manager of Case Management

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