Episodes

We dive into the critical issue of physician burnout and the challenges facing primary care providers with family physician Santina Wheat. Discover practical strategies for reclaiming joy in medicine, setting boundaries, and rediscovering purpose...

Join emergency physician Maureen Gibbons as they explore the concept of rethinking shift work in health care. They discuss how distributing shifts among multiple physicians can reduce burnout, enhance job satisfaction, and improve patient outcomes....

We dive into the critical yet often overlooked topic of wealth-building for physicians. Guest Amir Baluch, an anesthesiologist and financial expert, shares actionable strategies for diversifying investments, creating passive income streams, and...

Join us as we explore the emotional toll of high-stakes health care with physician, speaker, and thought leader Pamela Buchanan. Discover her insights on the "emotional flatline," a defense mechanism that shields health care professionals but can...

Radiologist Robyn Tiger shares her journey from childhood tragedy to a career dedicated to healing and self-discovery. Robyn recounts how the loss of her father to suicide sparked her passion for understanding the human mind and led her to become a...

In this special sponsored episode, we explore the critical issue of non-ventilator hospital-acquired pneumonia (NV-HAP), the most common hospital-acquired infection. Dr. Barbara Quinn, a board-certified adult clinical nursing specialist with 30 years...

Join us for an inspiring conversation on transforming health care with Kim Downey, a physician advocate and physical therapist; Dawn Ellison, an emergency physician; and Denise Wiseman, a health care executive. Together, they discuss grassroots...

Explore the critical role of health care boards in shaping organizational culture, workforce development, and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB). Physician advocate and physical therapist Kim Downey and health care consultant Geoffrey...

We explore the high-stakes world of life-and-death decisions in medicine with William O. Collins, an otolaryngologist and airway surgeon. Drawing from personal experiences, he shares the challenges of performing under pressure, the importance of...

Join us as we explore the challenges of health care non-compliance among older adults with gerontologist Michael Pessman. We discuss the underlying factors driving resistance to medical advice, the importance of rebuilding trust in health care, and...

Strategies for patient-centered and employee-focused care In this special sponsored episode, we welcome Jennifer Baron, chief experience officer at NRC Health. The discussion focuses on generational differences in health care expectations, challenges...

Join us as we explore the hidden pitfalls of behavioral finance with financial planner Shane Tenny. Discover how cognitive biases like overconfidence, confirmation bias, and loss aversion can derail even the most successful professionals’ financial...

Join us as we dive into the complexities of autoimmune diseases with family physician Pamela Buchanan. Discover the profound connections between chronic stress, systemic inequities, and immune health, particularly for women and Black women. Learn...

We discuss the transformative potential of a standardized affiliation agreement (SAA) in nurse practitioner education with Lynn McComas, CEO and founder of PreceptorLink. As a recognized expert in precepting nurse practitioners and advanced practice...

We explore the often-overlooked world of bowel health with colorectal surgeon Carmen Fong. Carmen shares her journey into this specialty, the stigma surrounding bowel habits, and the critical need to normalize conversations about poop. From patient...

The state of mental health care in the U.S. is at a crossroads, with telehealth prescription waivers set to expire and millions of Americans left without access to crucial treatments. Physician executive Mikkel Hansen shares insights on leveraging...

We dive into the transformative power of recovery with Courtney Barrows McKeown, a surgeon who shares her journey of sobriety and resilience. From navigating career setbacks to fostering personal growth, Courtney discusses how tools like pausing,...

In this episode, we sit down with neurologist Lealani Mae Acosta to explore the intersection of beauty standards, professionalism, and gender disparities in medicine. From the impact of COVID-19 on personal appearance routines to the pressures women...

Join us for a conversation with patient advocate Stephanie Marcovici as we explore the potential rollback of Medicare telehealth coverage in 2025. Stephanie shares her personal story and highlights the devastating impact this change could have on...

How can gratitude guide health care professionals in navigating political uncertainty, misinformation, and the challenges of post-election transitions? Join us as Janet A. Jokela, an infectious disease physician and Treasurer of the American College...

In this special sponsored episode, Dr. Thomas Ardiles, a pulmonary and critical care physician and medical director with Grifols, breaks down everything you need to know about alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. Discover why this genetic disorder often...

In this episode, we explore the decline in trust within the U.S. health care system and discuss actionable strategies to rebuild it. Matthew Sherrer, associate professor and director of care team collaboration at the University of Alabama at...

Explore the complexities of adult ADHD with Muhamad Aly Rifai, a practicing internist and psychiatrist. This episode dives into the evolving understanding of ADHD as a lifelong disorder, the stigma surrounding diagnosis and treatment, regulatory...

Explore the critical role of civility in health care with insights from Matthew Sherrer, associate professor and director of care team collaboration at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and Chris Turner, an emergency physician. Together, they...