Episodes

March 13, 2025

Compassionate solutions for food allergies in air travel

Lianne Mandelbaum, a leading advocate for airline safety measures to protect food-allergic passengers, discusses the article, "." In this episode, Lianne shares personal insights into the challenges faced by travelers with food allergies, highlighting...

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March 12, 2025

Rising health insurance costs challenge small medical practices

Family physician Tony Gerk discusses the article, "." In this episode, Tony explains the challenges small medical practices face due to skyrocketing employer-provided health insurance costs. He details the constraints imposed by reimbursement rates,...

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March 11, 2025

Unpacking the Faustian bargain of modern medicine

Internal medicine physician Corinne Rao discusses the article, "." In this episode, Corinne explores the modern health care system's trade-offs, comparing the traditional independence of private practice to the constraints of employed settings that...

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March 10, 2025

Improving type 1 diabetes screening awareness among women

Board-certified pediatric endocrinologist, field medical director for type 1 diabetes immunology (T1D) at Sanofi, and T1D survivor Shara Bialo discusses their article, "." In this episode, Shara explains the importance of early T1D screening, shares...

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March 9, 2025

Navigating long-term parental leave for fathers in medicine

Neurohospitalist and clinical neurophysiologist Franklyn Rocha Cabrero discusses their article, "." In this episode, Franklyn delves into the systemic and societal barriers that hinder male physicians from taking full advantage of parental leave,...

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March 8, 2025

How vague termination clauses can ruin a doctor's career

Health law attorney Dennis Hursh discusses his article, "," revealing how poorly defined termination clauses in physician employment agreements leave doctors vulnerable to arbitrary dismissals. Dennis shares alarming cases where physicians were...

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March 7, 2025

How generative AI can transform cardiovascular disease prevention

Cardiology and preventive medicine fellow Anand Shah discusses his article, "," exploring how artificial intelligence can revolutionize patient education and prevention strategies. Anand highlights the challenges patients face in understanding and...

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March 6, 2025

How illegal cosmetic procedures are putting patients at risk

Physician and author Kate Dee discusses her article, "" and book, , exposing the alarming rise of unregulated med spas operating without proper medical oversight. Kate highlights cases of illegal Botox and filler injections, unlicensed...

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March 5, 2025

How poor doctor-patient communication leads to worse outcomes

Family physician Pamela Buchanan discusses her article, "," exploring the devastating impact of unclear or avoided conversations in health care. Pamela shares firsthand experiences from the emergency room, where patients often arrive not just for...

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March 4, 2025

How to combat the rise of health care ransomware

Health care executive Cecil Pineda discusses his article, "," examining the alarming rise in cyberattacks on hospitals and health systems. Cecil highlights the growing frequency and financial toll of ransomware attacks, with major incidents affecting...

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March 3, 2025

Why physicians must uphold their oath in challenging times

Janet A. Jokela, an infectious disease physician, discusses her article, "," reflecting on the physician's solemn commitment to patient care, integrity, and advocacy. With increasing challenges to public health institutions like the National...

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March 2, 2025

How innovation can reduce disparities in cancer care

Physician executive Shamar Young discusses his article, "," highlighting the uneven access to emerging cancer treatments across different health care systems. Shamar explores the impact of geography on advanced therapies like theragnostics and...

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March 1, 2025

How innovative partnerships are reshaping patient safety

Physician executive Timothy McDonald discusses his article, "," highlighting the role of collaboration in reducing preventable harm. Timothy explores how data sharing within and across health systems can uncover insights to enhance safety measures,...

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Feb. 28, 2025

Emergency departments as primary care safety nets

Family physician Pamela Buchanan discusses her article, "." In this compelling conversation, Pamela explains her transition from emergency medicine back to primary care, driven by a growing shortage of primary care providers that leaves many patients...

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Feb. 27, 2025

Enhancing early language skills with focused attention

Pediatrician John D. Michael discusses his article, "." In this engaging conversation, John explains that sustained attention is crucial for developing effective speech and conversation skills in young children. He outlines how attention therapy...

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Feb. 26, 2025

Tobacco tactics in modern cannabis marketing

Pediatrician Gary Kirkilas discusses his article, "." In this conversation, Gary explains how legal cannabis companies are adopting tactics once used by tobacco companies to target young users, drawing parallels between historical cigarette...

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Feb. 25, 2025

Exploring the long-term impacts of physician suicide on patients and …

Physician advocate Kim Downey and family physician Todd Otten discuss their article, "." In this engaging conversation, Kim shares her personal experiences with the departure of trusted health care professionals and the resulting emotional impact on...

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Feb. 24, 2025

Rethinking time management: Finding balance in a physician’s life

Family physician Laura Suttin discusses her KevinMD article, "." In this episode, Laura explores the pressures physicians face in trying to adhere to strict time management practices, which often lead to feelings of inadequacy and burnout. She shares...

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Feb. 23, 2025

Why are only physicians prosecuted under HIPAA?

Practicing internist and psychiatrist Muhamad Aly Rifai discusses his KevinMD article, "." In this episode, Muhamad delves into the escalating electronic breaches of protected health information and the lack of accountability for large organizations...

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Feb. 22, 2025

Navigating the complexities of at-home hormone tests

Fertility specialist Oluyemisi Famuyiwa discusses her KevinMD article, "." In this episode, Yemi explores the surge in popularity of at-home hormone testing kits and the complexities they introduce to patient health care. She highlights how these...

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Feb. 21, 2025

Innovative training strategies to reduce physician burnout

Orthopedic surgeon Yoshihiro Katsuura discusses his KevinMD article, "." In this episode, Yoshihiro, along with premedical students Andrew Roos and Rebecca Hu, explores the cultural, economic, and natural forces that uniquely burden physicians,...

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Feb. 20, 2025

Enhancing physician practice with strategic AI tools

Dermatologist Michael Sherling discusses his KevinMD article, "." In this episode, Michael examines the potential of artificial intelligence to alleviate administrative burdens in health care, such as documentation management and patient...

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Feb. 19, 2025

Enhancing vaccine uptake for pan-respiratory viruses

Pediatrician Christina Suh discusses the KevinMD article, "." In this episode, Christina addresses the challenges of the current pan-respiratory season, including RSV, COVID, and the flu, emphasizing the critical role of vaccines in saving lives. She...

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Feb. 18, 2025

Balancing technology and personal care in modern health care

Emergency physician Drew Remignanti discusses his KevinMD article, "." In this episode, Drew examines the limitations of artificial intelligence and high-tech solutions in addressing the complexities of the U.S. health care system. He emphasizes the...

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