Healing the System from the Inside Out, with Diego Trujillo
Sun Jan 11 2026
In this powerful, honest, and deeply human conversation, Michelle sits down with Diego Trujillo, CEO of Las Vegas HEALS, to talk about what it really means to lead, serve, and care inside a healthcare system that desperately needs both innovation and heart.
Diego’s journey into healthcare did not start with medicine.It started with theology, hospice work, and sitting with families during their most vulnerable moments.
From caring for his father through dialysis and end-of-life decisions, to stepping into a CEO role one week before a global shutdown, Diego shares what happens when calling meets courage.
✨ Why healthcare shortages are not just staffing problems, but systems and values problems✨ What families are never taught about navigating healthcare until they are forced to✨ Nursing burnout, leadership gaps, and why unity matters more than competition✨ The thin line between faith, foolishness, and perseverance✨ Why success is not money or titles, but impact, legacy, and people
Diego shares several ways listeners can stay engaged with the work being done to strengthen healthcare in Nevada and beyond.
🩺 Las Vegas HEALS➡️ Diego highly recommends signing up for their newsletter, often called one of the best healthcare newsletters in Las Vegas.
📧 Direct Contact• Diego: diego@lasvegasheals.org• Membership questions: adriana@lasvegasheals.org(He encourages real conversations, not pressure, to find the right fit.)
🏎️ Special Fundraiser Announcement🚗 Gears for Good LV
This one is different.• Ride-alongs in real Porsche race cars• Drift team experiences• Not a gala. Not a golf tournament.• An unforgettable way to support healthcare workforce advancement.
This conversation is about daring to dream bigger than the current system, daring to act before you feel ready and daring to care for yourself so you can truly care for others.
✨ Always remember that Caring is Cool 💜
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In this powerful, honest, and deeply human conversation, Michelle sits down with Diego Trujillo, CEO of Las Vegas HEALS, to talk about what it really means to lead, serve, and care inside a healthcare system that desperately needs both innovation and heart. Diego’s journey into healthcare did not start with medicine.It started with theology, hospice work, and sitting with families during their most vulnerable moments. From caring for his father through dialysis and end-of-life decisions, to stepping into a CEO role one week before a global shutdown, Diego shares what happens when calling meets courage. ✨ Why healthcare shortages are not just staffing problems, but systems and values problems✨ What families are never taught about navigating healthcare until they are forced to✨ Nursing burnout, leadership gaps, and why unity matters more than competition✨ The thin line between faith, foolishness, and perseverance✨ Why success is not money or titles, but impact, legacy, and people Diego shares several ways listeners can stay engaged with the work being done to strengthen healthcare in Nevada and beyond. 🩺 Las Vegas HEALS➡️ Diego highly recommends signing up for their newsletter, often called one of the best healthcare newsletters in Las Vegas. 📧 Direct Contact• Diego: diego@lasvegasheals.org• Membership questions: adriana@lasvegasheals.org(He encourages real conversations, not pressure, to find the right fit.) 🏎️ Special Fundraiser Announcement🚗 Gears for Good LV This one is different.• Ride-alongs in real Porsche race cars• Drift team experiences• Not a gala. Not a golf tournament.• An unforgettable way to support healthcare workforce advancement. This conversation is about daring to dream bigger than the current system, daring to act before you feel ready and daring to care for yourself so you can truly care for others. ✨ Always remember that Caring is Cool 💜