Episodes

July 19, 2023

Closing the empathy gap in health care

Nicole Rochester is a pediatrician and advocate for improving the doctor-patient relationship. She shares her personal experiences and discusses the importance of intentional human connection in clinical encounters. We delve into the root causes of...

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July 18, 2023

Innovative solutions for the growing mental health crisis in children…

Join Monika Roots, a child and adolescent psychiatrist and health care executive, who explores the concerning rise in diagnoses of depression, anxiety, and behavioral problems, the shortcomings of the current mental health care model, and the...

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July 17, 2023

Chronic constipation treatment with pulsed irrigation evacuation

In this episode, we delve into the serious consequences of fecal impaction and chronic constipation on patients' well-being and health care costs. Our guest, Mahesh Moolani, an internal medicine physician and author of Tough Decisions In Care Of...

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July 16, 2023

Unlocking the mystical world of medical poetry

Join us as we explore the intersection of medicine and art. Our guest, Farid Alsabeh, a clinical psychologist, delves into the rich tradition of medical poetry during the Islamic Golden Era. Discover how Arabic poets transformed scientific knowledge...

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July 15, 2023

Discover the power of direct primary care and patient-centric solutio…

Join Paula Muto, a vascular surgeon, and Jeffrey Gold, a family physician, as they discuss the state of the health care system. Explore the evolution of primary care, the challenges of fragmented patient care, and the impact of administrative burdens...

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July 14, 2023

Mastering mindfulness: Restoring autonomy and curing burnout for phys…

Join Gail Gazelle, an internal medicine physician, physician coach, and author of , where we explore the transformative power of mindfulness in health care. In this episode, we meet Mira, a physician and single mother struggling with overwhelm. Gail...

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July 13, 2023

Revolutionizing health care through technology

Join Juan Carlos Gonzalez, Jr., health equity researcher and advocate, as we explore the transformative power of technology in health care. This podcast episode discusses the potential of health information technology, telehealth, and data-driven...

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July 12, 2023

How preventive medicine physicians can fix the broken system

Join us as we speak with Donna Grande, CEO of the American College of Preventive Medicine. We discuss the urgent need to overhaul the broken health care system in the U.S., addressing issues such as the high cost of health care and disparities in care...

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July 11, 2023

Radiologist-clinician collaboration is key to optimal diagnostic outc…

Join us for a conversation with Houda Bouhmam, a radiology resident, as we explore the crucial collaboration between radiologists and clinicians in achieving the best diagnostic outcomes. Houda shares her transformative journey, dispelling...

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July 10, 2023

Medical conferences: Upholding ethics and safety amidst freedom of co…

In this podcast episode, we have Christian John Lillis, executive director of the Peggy Lillis Foundation for C. diff Education & Advocacy. Christian shares his experiences as a patient advocate and discusses the challenges he faces at medical...

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July 9, 2023

Long-term illness: Healing, thriving, and reclaiming your life

Join neurologist Juliet Morgan and internal medicine physician Meghan Jobson as they discuss their book, Long Illness: A Practical Guide to Surviving, Healing, and Thriving. From autoimmune diseases to chronic pain, they share their expertise on...

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July 8, 2023

A physician's journey through intimate partner violence

Join us on this episode as we welcome Chloe N. L. Lee, a psychiatry resident, to share her harrowing experience of intimate partner violence (IPV). Chloe opens up about the abuse and challenges she faced in breaking her silence. We delve into the...

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July 7, 2023

Unveiling the rise of deaths of despair

Join us on this episode as we welcome Mohammed Umer Waris, a family medicine resident, to discuss the alarming rise of "deaths of despair" and its impact on life expectancy in the United States. Umer sheds light on the factors contributing to this...

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July 6, 2023

Unleashing the power of intuition

Join us on this episode as we host Jennifer Shaer, a pediatrician and chief wellness officer at Allied Physicians Group. Jennifer explores the power of intuition in pediatrics and beyond. Discover the hidden neural connections in our bodies that...

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July 5, 2023

Unveiling the healing power of compassion

Join us for an insightful podcast episode with guest Kara Wada, a board-certified academic adult and pediatric allergy, immunology, and lifestyle medicine physician. Together, we explore the profound impact of disconnection in our modern existence,...

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July 4, 2023

Unmasking OCD: Separating fact from fiction

Join us for an episode with guest Brandi Lawless, an associate professor of communications, as we delve into the misconceptions and realities of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Through her personal journey and expertise, Brandi challenges the...

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July 3, 2023

Navigating youth mental health

Join us for an insightful podcast episode with guest Eliza Humphreys, a pediatrician and certified life coach, as we explore the challenges faced by young teens and their families in navigating mental health issues. Through a poignant story from her...

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July 2, 2023

A urologist's reflection on suicide and emotional anguish

Join us for a thought-provoking podcast episode with guest William Lynes, a urologist, as we delve into the depths of a poignant message that left a lasting impact. Explore the story of Mr. G, a patient who tragically took his own life, prompting...

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July 1, 2023

Debunking myths about automated red blood cell exchange

Join us in this insightful podcast episode as we debunk common misconceptions surrounding automated red blood cell exchange (RBCX) therapy. Our guest, Carly Newton, a registered nurse specializing in apheresis treatments, will share her expertise and...

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June 30, 2023

Addressing America's dental health crisis

Join us in this episode as we discuss the critical shortage of health care workers, especially in the dental field, with our guest Theekshana Fernando, a research scientist. We explore the connection between oral health and overall health, the...

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June 29, 2023

From never-smoker to lung cancer survivor

Join us in this episode as we hear the inspiring story of Alice S. Y. Lee, an emergency physician diagnosed with lung cancer despite being a never-smoker. Discover the unique challenges faced by Asian American female nonsmokers, the importance of...

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June 28, 2023

Unraveling the mysteries of granulomatous mastitis: a patient's inspi…

Join us in this episode as we hear the remarkable story of Tami Burdick, a patient advocate and author of the book Diagnosis Detective: Curing Granulomatous Mastitis. Tami takes us on her journey of being diagnosed with a rare and poorly understood...

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June 27, 2023

Proactive risk management: the key to preventing physician burnout an…

Join us in this episode as we delve into the critical issue of physician burnout and its correlation with the threat of lawsuits in the medical field. Our guest, Howard Smith, an obstetrics-gynecology physician, explores the notion that every doctor...

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June 26, 2023

Social inflation's surge in medical malpractice insurance

Join us on this insightful podcast episode as we delve into the complex issue of social inflation and its impact on the medical malpractice insurance industry. Our guest, Robert E. White, Jr., president of The Doctors Company, provides valuable...

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