SGMC Health Podcast Episode on Obesity Wins Silver in Digital Health Awards

Staff Report From Georgia CEO

Monday, December 1st, 2025

SGMC Health’s podcast, What Brings You in Today?, has earned a Silver Award in the Podcast category from the Fall 2025 Digital Health Awards®, a national program celebrating excellence in digital health communication.

The winning episode, featuring Laura Guadiana Sanchez, MD, takes listeners inside one of today’s most pressing health conversations: obesity as a disease. Dr. Guadiana Sanchez, a Family Medicine physician and among the 1% of doctors board-certified in Obesity Medicine, shares expert insights on treatment options, GLP-1 medications, BMI misconceptions, and strategies to overcome stigma—empowering patients to take control of their health.

Since its launch in January 2024, What Brings You in Today? has become a trusted voice in healthcare education for South Georgia and beyond. Produced by SGMC Health’s Marketing and Brand Experience team in partnership with Instrumental Group, the podcast features candid conversations with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals on topics ranging from chronic disease management and specialty care to women’s health and wellness strategies. With 45 episodes available, the series continues to deliver practical, relatable health information in a format that fits listeners’ lives.

“We are honored to receive this recognition from the Digital Health Awards,” said Erika Bennett, Vice President of Marketing and Brand Experience at SGMC Health. “Our team is passionate about creating content that informs, inspires, and helps our community make confident decisions about their health.”

The Fall 2025 Digital Health Awards® drew nearly 500 entries from across the country, judged by a panel of experts in digital health media. Winners were selected for their creativity, quality, and impact in advancing health education.

With this latest recognition, What Brings You in Today? has achieved four industry awards amongst international competition, including two Hermes Creative Awards, a dotCOMM Award, and the Digital Health Award.

Episodes of What Brings You in Today? are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. Listeners are encouraged to subscribe and share ideas for future topics.

 
For more information about SGMC Health and What Brings You in Today?, visit sgmc.org/podcast