Episodes

Aug. 29, 2024

From refusal to acceptance: a journey of trust in vaccination

Join us in this episode as we dive into the powerful story of "Max," a patient who steadfastly refused all vaccines despite his well-controlled HIV infection. Through persistence, respect, and trust, our guest Janet A. Jokela, an internal medicine and...

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Aug. 28, 2024

A family medicine playbook to earn a million dollars

Join us on this episode as we talk with Tod Stillson, a family physician and entrepreneur, who has successfully transitioned from traditional employment to becoming a high-earning independent contractor. Tod shares his journey, revealing the...

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Aug. 27, 2024

Why surgeons are superstitious

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of rituals and superstitions in surgery with Carmen Fong, a colorectal surgeon. Discover how these seemingly irrational practices impact surgeon performance, confidence, and patient outcomes. Carmen...

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Aug. 26, 2024

A doctor's guide to healing from within

We sit down with Scott Abramson, a retired neurologist with over 40 years of experience, to discuss the pervasive issue of physician burnout and moral injury. Scott shares his insights on the external pressures from EMR guidelines, hospital...

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Aug. 25, 2024

A medical student's transformative encounter with end-of-life care

We sit down with Ellie Qian, a medical student, to discuss the profound experiences that shape the journey of becoming a compassionate health care professional. Ellie shares a transformative encounter from her first year in medical school, where she...

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Aug. 24, 2024

Pelvic floor dysfunction: the overlooked health crisis

We sit down with Carine Carmy, a health care executive, to explore the often overlooked world of pelvic floor health. Carine shares her personal journey and sheds light on why many women, like herself, discover the importance of pelvic floor health...

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Aug. 23, 2024

An inspirational journey through chemotherapy and immunotherapy

Join Deborah C. Smith, a nurse who shares her courageous battle with T-cell lymphocytic leukemia and aplastic anemia. Diagnosed in 2017, Deborah navigated extreme fatigue, frequent transfusions, and challenging chemotherapy regimens before finding...

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Aug. 22, 2024

Tax-free income with the Augusta rule

In this episode, we explore the Augusta Rule, a unique tax strategy that allows homeowners to rent out their property for up to 14 days annually without paying taxes on the rental income. Our guest, Alexis E. Gallati, a tax strategist, will break down...

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Aug. 21, 2024

Consider Texila American University in Guyana for medical school

In today's special sponsored episode, we feature Texila American University College of Medicine (TAUCOM) in Guyana. Dr. Dheeraj Bansal, dean of medicine, and Dr. Nisarg Patel, director of admissions. provide an in-depth look into why TAUCOM is a...

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Aug. 20, 2024

From marathoner to heart health advocate

We dive into the intriguing world of endurance exercise and cardiovascular health with our guest, John C. Hagan III, an ophthalmologist and veteran endurance athlete. John shares his personal journey with long-distance running and the unexpected...

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Aug. 19, 2024

Balancing values and metrics: the modern physician's dilemma

Join us for an insightful podcast episode featuring Shideh Shafie, an emergency physician. We'll delve into the profound values that drive physicians to serve humanity and alleviate suffering, and discuss the impact of corporate-driven metrics on the...

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Aug. 18, 2024

Access to uterine artery embolization for all women

Join Nikki Keefe, an interventional radiologist, as we delve into the complexities of uterine fibroids and the disparities in treatment access. Despite uterine fibroids affecting up to 70 percent of women and causing severe symptoms like heavy...

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Aug. 17, 2024

Battling burnout in pediatric intensive care

We delve into the critical issue of physician burnout with Jillian Bybee, a pediatric intensive care physician. Jillian shares her firsthand experiences from the front lines of health care, discussing the unique challenges faced by pediatric...

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Aug. 16, 2024

AI and empathy: Transforming cancer patient support

Join us in this insightful episode as we sit down with Isabelle Tran, a medical student and writer, to explore the intersection of technology and health. Inspired by her poem "AI Ally," Isabelle delves into the emotional journey of patients receiving...

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Aug. 15, 2024

Compensation for mentoring residents

Join us as we delve into the evolving landscape of physician employment agreements with Dennis Hursh, an attorney. Discover the significance of the new Individual Specialty Residency Program Agreements that compensate physicians for mentoring...

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Aug. 14, 2024

Challenging the legal barriers of cross-state telemedicine

Join radiation oncologists Shannon MacDonald and Sean McBride as they delve into the evolving landscape of telemedicine in oncology. They discuss the significant improvements telemedicine brought during the COVID-19 pandemic, the challenges and legal...

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Aug. 13, 2024

Inside the hidden world of sham peer reviews in medicine

Join us for a conversation with Tracey O’Connell, a radiologist and physician coach, as we explore the hidden challenges within the medical profession. In this episode, we delve into the unsettling experience of facing a mandatory performance...

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Aug. 12, 2024

How psychotherapy can rescue burned-out physicians

In this episode, we delve into the critical issue of burnout among health care providers with our guest, Susan Landers, a retired neonatologist. We explore the alarming rates of burnout and depression among physicians and nurses, with a special focus...

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Aug. 11, 2024

Solutions for lymphedema in breast cancer survivors

Join Steven L. Chen, a breast surgeon, as we delve into the advancements in breast cancer treatments and the challenges of managing breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL). As survival rates improve, the focus is shifting to addressing the long-term...

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Aug. 10, 2024

Systemic failures in mental health care

We sit down with Claire Ellerbrock, a nurse practitioner with a background in psychiatric and behavioral health care. Claire shares her powerful and transformative experience with a patient named John, whose tragic passing highlighted the systemic...

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Aug. 9, 2024

A journey of self-worth and healing

Join us for a conversation with Jillian Rigert, an oral medicine specialist and radiation oncology research fellow. Jillian shares her journey of overcoming mental illness during medical school, redefining self-worth, and challenging harmful societal...

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Aug. 8, 2024

Untold stories of physician suicide and mental health

Join us as we explore the world of clinician wellness and mental health with three remarkable guests. Kim Downey, a physician advocate, shares her insights on supporting health care professionals. Betsy Gall, author of The Illusion of The Perfect...

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Aug. 7, 2024

How microplastics affect our reproductive health

Join us as we explore the world of microplastics with fertility specialist Oluyemisi (Yemi) Famuyiwa. Learn about microplastics, how they permeate our environment, and their potential effects on human health and fertility. Yemi will share insights...

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Aug. 6, 2024

Debunking schizophrenia myths

In this episode, we welcome Brooke Kempf, a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, to debunk common myths about schizophrenia and promote a more accurate understanding of the condition. We'll explore misconceptions about the causes and effects...

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