On Call, Off Script

A Jackson Health System podcast

About the Podcast

Every month, we drop two new episodes packed with lively conversations featuring Jackson’s top experts. From the latest health trends and groundbreaking innovations to fascinating medical curiosities and inspiring patient stories, no topic is off limits. But we don’t stop there. Special guests from our community pop in and share their unique perspectives, making every episode engaging and relatable. Our mission? To showcase Jackson as Miami-Dade’s healthcare destination of choice, and a trusted name in medicine worldwide. On Call, Off Script: a Jackson Health System podcast.

Burnout in the Workplace

With guests Michelle Kligman, Dr. Vanessa Padilla and Commissioner René Garcia

May 27, 2026

What does burnout really look like? This episode explores mental health, workplace wellness, and the importance of asking for help.

Watch the Episode

A Wide “Breath” of Lung Facts

With guests Dr. Juan Fernandez Castillo and Raquel Avellar

May 13, 2026

What do vaping, incense, and long-COVID have in common? They can all impact your lungs in ways most people don’t consider.

Watch the Episode

F1 Meets Trauma Care: How Ryder Trauma Brings a Hospital to the Track

With guests Dr. Antonio Marttos and Ann Higgins

May 1, 2026

Formula 1 is all about speed, precision, and split-second decisions. So is trauma care.

Watch the Episode

The Life-Saving Truth About Organ Donation

With guests Rodrigo Vianna, MD and Sean Chavis

April 16, 2026

Organ donation takes center stage during Donate Life Month, highlighting its life-saving impact and how becoming a donor can change lives.

Watch the Episode

Next Era in Emergency Care

With guests Daniel Aguiar and Jorge Garciga

April 1, 2026

A new, state of the art emergency room (ER) is opening at Jackson Memorial Hospital in April.

Watch the Episode

What Pop Culture Gets Wrong About Healthcare

With guests Jose Rodriguez and Vicky Rodriguez

March 18, 2026

From dramatic defibrillator scenes to instant diagnoses, pop culture shapes how many people think hospitals operate. But how much of what we see on TV actually reflects real life?

Watch the Episode