First Friday, UPMC’s digital internal magazine, publishes monthly and aims to capture the spirit of innovation, dedication to caring, and attention to quality that permeates the work done across UPMC every day.
Every day, UPMC’s extraordinary team members bring their life experiences, passion, and, most importantly, their whole selves into the work they do.
The cover story of this month’s issue highlights how two UPMC physicians live out their creativity and are leaning into their love of music, empowering them to be their best — both at work and in their personal lives.
From doctors with a great stage presence and staff being inspired to help those with similar experiences to athletic trainers supporting young players in local communities, each story in October’s First Friday focuses on UPMC staff who have transformed their passions and life experiences into life-changing care.
Breathing Life Into Leadership
Meet Amanda VanArsdale, RRT-ACCS, a 16-year employee at UPMC Carlisle, whose journey as a pediatric asthma patient turned into a career as a respiratory therapist — and then to a department head, emergency management coordinator, and UPMC Bridges lead.
Standing by for Support
UPMC Western Behavioral Health’s warm hand-off program connects patients with substance use disorder to outpatient care after discharge, helping over 1,700 people navigate the health system.
Doctors Who Rock: Two UPMC Physicians Take the Stage
As doctors during the day and band members at night, these two UPMC colleagues are blending work and their creative passions to find balance in their busy lives.
Trust, Care, and Guidance
UPMC athletic trainers are not just for professional teams — they also support student-athletes in schools and communities with care, mentorship, and guidance to help them perform, recover, and thrive.
Don’t miss out on the inspiring stories featured in the October issue of First Friday. Discover how UPMC employees are finding joy, supporting one another, and making a difference in the lives of patients, student athletes, and community members.
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