FAN MAIL: Send a "Bearded Message" I talk about how technicians and managers can maximize performance reviews through KPIs, soft skills, data storytelling, and goal setting. Learn practical tips to showcase your value, secure raises, and advance your career in biomedical maintenance. Chapters 00:00 Introduction: The Importance of Performance Reviews 00:49 Understanding the Purpose of Performance Reviews 01:56 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in Biomed 04:01 Productivity Expectations for Tec...
Mar 4
26 min
FAN MAIL: Send a "Bearded Message" In this episode of Bearded Biomed, Chace Torres reflects on his journey in the biomedical field and the direction he is intentionally moving toward. He discusses the importance of continuous learning, meaningful certifications, and deliberate career planning. Chace shares why he is pursuing an MBA in healthcare management, how leadership fits into his long-term goals, and why none of it matters without maintaining balance outside of work. The episode encou...
Feb 2
20 min
FAN MAIL: Send a "Bearded Message" This episode we discusses the importance of mentorship, integrity, and community in the biomedical engineering field with guests Javier Valdez and Rene Torres. They celebrate their companies' milestones, share insights on apprenticeship programs, and reflect on the growth and future challenges in the industry. The conversation emphasizes the need for new technicians to embrace discomfort, seek support, and strive for excellence in their careers. Chapters 02...
Dec 22, 2025
33 min
FAN MAIL: Send a "Bearded Message" Big news lands at the Uptime Dental Summit: we’re bringing the Dental Summit into AAMI Exchange with a full-on dental pavilion, on-floor education, and a technical training space designed to grow into a robust dental track. Not just a bigger stage—this is a smarter way to connect dental servicing with HTM, where sterilization, imaging, PM, and patient safety already overlap every day. We talk through why this matters now. Dental practices are consolidating,...
Oct 7, 2025
46 min
FAN MAIL: Send a "Bearded Message" In this episode, Chace Torres welcomes Alan Moretti to discuss the evolving landscape of radiation oncology and the introduction of a new training program aimed at enhancing the skills of technicians in the field. They explore the challenges faced in the healthcare technology management (HTM) sector, particularly in radiation oncology, and the importance of education and training in addressing these challenges. The conversation highlights a new partnership b...
Sep 23, 2025
57 min
FAN MAIL: Send a "Bearded Message" This conversation delves into the critical need for pay transparency in the biomedical field, highlighting the current state of job postings, the impact of salary disclosure on recruitment, and the operational risks associated with not providing this information. The discussion illustrates how organizations can benefit from adopting transparent pay practices, addressing common concerns about internal equity and market competition, and navigating the evolving...
Sep 9, 2025
18 min
FAN MAIL: Send a "Bearded Message" In this episode of Bearded Biomed, Chace Torres discusses the significant impact of the recently passed Big Beautiful Bill on rural healthcare, particularly focusing on the drastic cuts to Medicaid funding. He outlines the challenges faced by biomed departments in rural hospitals and provides actionable strategies for adapting to the changing landscape. Emphasizing the importance of documentation, resource management, and vendor relationships, Torres encoura...
Jul 29, 2025
13 min
FAN MAIL: Send a "Bearded Message" Recorded live at the AAMI Exchange, this episode dives deep into Samsung’s mission to empower the biomed community through cutting-edge technology, meaningful partnerships, and a forward-thinking approach to healthcare. The conversation explores how Samsung is not just innovating in imaging and equipment, but also investing in training, data integration, and long-term support for biomedical professionals. From Smart Centers to battery breakthroughs, and outr...
Jul 7, 2025
23 min
FAN MAIL: Send a "Bearded Message" In this episode of Bearded Biomed, host Chace Torres dives deep into the critical intersection of healthcare policy and the biomedical field, with a focus on the growing rural healthcare crisis. Learn why rural hospitals are closing, how Medicaid cuts are accelerating the collapse of essential healthcare services, and what this means for biomedical technicians (BMETs) and HTM professionals working behind the scenes. Chace breaks down alarming statistics on h...
Jun 9, 2025
11 min
FAN MAIL: Send a "Bearded Message" In this episode, Dr. Dayna Martinez shares her journey in STEM, highlighting the importance of mentorship, role models, and community support for the Hispanic population in engineering and technology. The conversation explores the challenges faced by first-generation college students and the need for increased awareness and resources to engage youth in STEM fields. Dr. Martinez emphasizes the significance of parental involvement and the role of organizations...
May 7, 2025
23 min
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