Episodes

Oct. 26, 2023

Revolutionizing health care ops: data connectivity and AI insights

Join nurse executives Linda Knodel and Karlene Kerfoot as they share their 45 years of experience in health care administration. In this insightful podcast, they discuss the urgent challenges facing health care organizations, the power of data...

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Oct. 25, 2023

Opioid regulations: a patient advocate's insights

Join Richard A. Lawhern, a patient advocate. We delve into the critical issues surrounding U.S. policy for the regulation of prescription opioid pain relievers and the challenges faced by clinicians managing chronic pain patients. Explore the...

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Oct. 24, 2023

AI in health care: possibilities and ethical questions

We sit down with Farhan S. Imran, a hematology-oncology physician. Join us as we explore the evolving landscape of health care and technology, discussing the impact of computers on the doctor-patient relationship, the role of AI in medicine, and the...

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Oct. 23, 2023

Insights into the gastroenterology workforce

Join Brian Hudes, a gastroenterologist. We'll delve into the evolving landscape of gastroenterology in the United States, exploring historical decisions, changing demographics, and the impact on physician salaries. Discover the challenges and...

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Oct. 22, 2023

Unmasking medical gaslighting

Join Tami Burdick, a patient advocate and author of Diagnosis Detective: Curing Granulomatous Mastitis. Discover the ins and outs of medical gaslighting, learn to recognize the red flags, and explore how both patients and health care providers can...

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Oct. 21, 2023

What you need to know about ragweed allergies

Join Kara Wada, a board-certified academic adult and pediatric allergy, immunology, and lifestyle medicine physician. We'll delve into the world of ragweed allergies, exploring their prevalence, causes, and practical tips for managing symptoms....

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Oct. 20, 2023

Heroes of pandemic control

Join Nicholas A. Daniels, an internal medicine physician and the author of Outbreaks and Pandemics: The Life of a Disease Detective. In this episode, we delve deep into the crucial role disease detectives play in solving and controlling infectious...

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Oct. 19, 2023

Inside the life of a transplant physician

Join David Weill, a pulmonary and transplant physician and author of Exhale: Hope, Healing, and a Life in Transplant. In this episode, we explore the emotional and ethical challenges faced by David during his career, where every patient became family....

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Oct. 18, 2023

Mental health matters: lessons from a surgeon's journey

Join Mohini Dasari, a general surgeon. She shares her personal journey through the demanding world of surgical training, touching on her experiences with mental health challenges, the difficult decision to leave a prestigious transplant surgery...

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Oct. 17, 2023

Inner practices for navigating health care burnout

Join Wendy Lau, an emergency medicine physician, as we delve into the world of health care burnout and the moral challenges faced by medical professionals. Discover valuable insights, practical strategies, and the importance of inner practices to...

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Oct. 16, 2023

Understanding childhood mental health

Join child psychiatrist Shivana Naidoo as she explores the delicate world of mental health in children and young adults. Delve into her unique perspective on how mental illness can be part of normal growth, the evolving role of diagnoses, and the...

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Oct. 15, 2023

Exploring medical students' vital role in patient care

Join Nicole Cifra, an adolescent medicine physician, as we delve into the often-underestimated but invaluable role of medical students in patient care. Nicole shares her personal journey, experiences, and insights, shedding light on how medical...

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Oct. 14, 2023

Secrets to reviving physician autonomy

Join Diane Shannon, an internal medicine physician and physician coach. Explore the evolving landscape of physician autonomy and discover actionable insights on how health care professionals can regain agency and empower themselves for a more...

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Oct. 13, 2023

Navigating the demands of emergency medicine

Join Rida Jawed, an emergency medicine resident in Pakistan. Rida shares her invaluable insights and experiences from her journey in the emergency department. We delve into essential rules for thriving in this demanding field, from self-care to...

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Oct. 12, 2023

Redefining postpartum support

Join Theresa Mahon, an obstetrician-gynecologist, as she discusses her transformative journey in prioritizing postpartum care and the critical importance of the often-overlooked fourth trimester. Theresa shares her experiences and insights into...

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Oct. 11, 2023

How writing can elevate your health care career

Join Harrison Reed, a physician assistant, as he shares his journey of discovering the superpower of writing. From defying childhood tasks to leveraging words to open doors to Yale and beyond, Harrison's story demonstrates how writing can supercharge...

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Oct. 10, 2023

Shifting social norms and their impact on emerging adulthood

We sit down with Eleanor Menzin, a pediatrician, to explore the changing landscape of young adulthood. Join us as we delve into the shifting social norms, technology's impact on parent-child relationships, and the evolving understanding of brain...

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Oct. 9, 2023

Unlocking the power of doctors in addiction treatment

Join Jack McGeachy, an emergency physician and expert in addiction medicine. Discover how doctors possess a hidden superpower when it comes to addiction treatment and how they can effectively address the biological, psychological, and social aspects...

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Oct. 8, 2023

Navigating grief: a doctor's personal journey

Join Humeira Badsha, a rheumatologist, as she shares her recent, unexpected journey through grief, offering profound insights into the emotional challenges faced by medical professionals. From a tearful moment of vulnerability with a patient to the...

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Oct. 7, 2023

Navigating miscarriage: support and healing insights

Nurse practitioner Maria Petty shares her experience with miscarriage in March 2023. She discusses the support she received from an early pregnancy assessment clinic, the importance of self-compassion, and practical tips for coping. Maria also touches...

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Oct. 6, 2023

Generative AI's impact on patient care

Join Shiv Rao, a cardiologist and physician executive, as we delve into the transformative potential of generative AI in health care. We'll discuss how generative AI can help doctors eliminate distractions, improve patient care, and enhance the human...

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Oct. 5, 2023

Innovations in mental health care solutions

Join Tom Zaubler, a psychiatrist and physician executive, for a discussion on the shortage of behavioral health professionals in the United States. We'll explore its impact, the surge in mental health care demand, and the role of technology in...

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Oct. 4, 2023

A doctor's journey through narcissistic abuse

Join Karla Lester, a pediatrician and certified life and weight coach, as she shares her compelling journey from dedicated medical professional to a survivor of narcissistic abuse within the health care system. Karla sheds light on her experiences,...

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Oct. 3, 2023

When physicians are disrespected

Join Sarah Samaan, a retired cardiologist and Master Certified Physician Development Coach. We'll delve into the pressing issue of physician dignity, discussing the challenges physicians face in today's health care landscape and Sarah's strategies to...

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