Closing the Healthcare Affordability Gap From the Front Lines with Joseph Pollino, PA-C
Closing the Healthcare Affordability Gap From the Front Lines with Joseph Pollino, PA-C  
Podcast: Becker’s Healthcare Podcast
Published On: Thu Feb 12 2026
Description: Joseph Pollino, PA-C, Physician Assistant, Carson Valley Health, shares what he sees daily as patients struggle with rising costs, high deductible plans, and delayed care. He discusses why clinicians must speak up about affordability, access, and the real human impact of healthcare policy decisions.