Episodes

Join emergency physician Shideh Shafie as we delve into the crucial topic of setting boundaries in the medical profession. Shafie shares her personal experiences navigating the delicate balance between personal and professional life, discussing the...

Join Diane Shannon, an internal medicine physician and physician coach, as we delve into the captivating story of Herbert, a monarch butterfly. In this episode, we explore the profound lessons it holds for personal and professional growth. Together,...

We join family physicians Michael Fine and Scott Conard. In this episode, we delve into how Michael's visionary leadership propelled the creation of America's inaugural community health alliance in response to rising health care costs and diminishing...

We delve into the future of health care with Scott Ellner, a general surgeon. Join us as we explore how AI and machine learning are transforming preventive medicine, addressing the looming physician shortage, and tackling issues of data privacy and...

Join us as we delve into the evolving landscape of health professional admissions processes, focusing on the use of situational judgment tests (SJTs) like Casper and PREview. Our guest, Emil Chuck, a health professional advisor, sheds light on the...

Join us for an insightful podcast episode featuring Sonali Mantoo, a critical care physician, as she shares her personal journey through long COVID. From her experience on the pandemic frontlines to navigating the complexities of long COVID symptoms,...

Join Sara Pastoor, a family physician, who brings her expertise to the table as we explore the significant impact of EHRs on physicians' well-being and the urgent need for change. We'll discuss recent studies highlighting the burden and burnout caused...

Join emergency physicians Resa E. Lewiss and Adaira Landry as they discuss workplace violence in health care settings. With their expertise and insights, they discuss strategies for cultivating psychological safety, intervening effectively in violent...

Join Tod Stillson, a family physician and entrepreneur, as we explore the often-overlooked world of physician contracts. Discover the hidden menu of business-to-business contracts in the medical industry and learn how transitioning to self-employment...

We sit down with physician executive Robert Pearl to explore the revolutionary concepts presented in his latest book, ChatGPT, MD: How AI-Empowered Patients & Doctors Can Take Back Control of American Medicine. Join us as Robert delves into the...

Join family medicine physician Eleanor Bueno as she expresses heartfelt gratitude to a cherished primary care colleague and friend. Eleanor's letter poignantly reminds us of the profound connections forged in primary care. From guiding families...

We welcome Ketan Desai, a physician executive, as we'll delve into the fascinating and concerning realm of biological warfare and bioterrorism. Join us as we explore historical instances of biological weapons, the implications of genetic technology...

Join us as we sit down with Amy Baxter, a clinical associate professor of emergency medicine, to explore how societal factors, deceptive marketing, and profit-driven health care systems have contributed to the opioid epidemic. Amy will shed light on...

Joining A.J. Reid Finlayson, a psychiatrist, Jeffrey A. Singer, a general surgeon, and Peter R. Martin, also a psychiatrist. We'll be discussing the case of Dr. Ralph Thomas Reach, an addiction medicine physician whose medical license was revoked,...

Join Aysun Alagoz, an associate chief medical officer, to unravel the chilling reality of the medical peer review process. In a candid discussion, Aysun shares her firsthand experience of facing unjust disciplinary actions, shedding light on the...

Join Elizabeth Landry, a certified coach, as we explore practical strategies to support medical resident families during the challenging transition into residency. Discover how spousal support programs, inclusive social gatherings, and mentorship...

Join Benita Talati, a patient advocate who illuminates the biases health care providers may hold toward patients unable to adhere to traditional appointment hours. We explore how limited paid time off, extended wait times, and financial barriers...

We sit down with Carlo Mahfouz, a technology executive and author, to explore the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in health care communication. Carlo delves into AI's historical roots, its recent acceleration in adoption, and...

Join Caissa Troutman, an obesity medicine physician, as we delve into the intricate relationship between self-perception, mistakes, and personal growth. Caissa shares insights on how our beliefs about perfectionism shape our reactions to failure and...

We're joined by Dike Drummond, family physician and founder of TheHappyMD.com. Our discussion delves into the spiritual crisis facing employed physicians, where the idealism that once inspired them to pursue medicine clashes with the harsh realities...

Join Robert Murry, chief medical officer at NextGen Healthcare, to delve into the transformative power of artificial intelligence in rural medical practices. Robert, also known as a country doctor practicing in the picturesque "horse country" of New...

Join nurse practitioner Erica Dorn as we delve into practical strategies to enhance charting efficiency. From leveraging smart phrases and templates to setting boundaries with patients, Erica shares valuable tips to streamline the documentation...

We sit down with Sydelle Ross, an anesthesiologist who has discovered the healing power of music in her practice. Join us as Sydelle shares her journey from a childhood dream of becoming a singing doctor to her current role, where she incorporates...

Join us for a discussion on medication awareness and prescribing cascades with Paula Rochon, a geriatrician. As we embark on a new year, many focus on diet and exercise resolutions, but overlooking medication management can have profound implications...