Episodes
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
June 28, 2023
Unraveling the mysteries of granulomatous mastitis: a patient's inspiring journey
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...
June 27, 2023
Proactive risk management: the key to preventing physician burnout and lawsuits
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...
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...
June 25, 2023
From darkness to healing: a urologist's journey through suicidal ideation
In this poignant podcast episode, we welcome guest William Lynes, a urologist and survivor of physician burnout, who shares his personal journey through multiple suicide attempts. Join us as we delve into the four stages of suicidal ideation and the...
June 24, 2023
Treating substance use disorders in the criminal justice system
In this thought-provoking podcast episode, we invite guest Casey Grover, an emergency physician, to explore the ethical dilemmas surrounding the treatment of substance use disorders in the criminal justice system. Join us as we examine two compelling...
June 23, 2023
Understanding pelvic congestion syndrome: insights and treatments
In this insightful podcast episode, we sit down with guest Gloria Salazar, a radiologist, to shed light on a common yet often misunderstood condition affecting women: pelvic congestion syndrome (PCS). Join us as we explore the challenges in diagnosing...
June 22, 2023
Cracking the code of physician contracts: Mastering letters of intent
Join us for an insightful podcast episode featuring Dennis Hursh, a veteran attorney with over 40 years of experience in health law. Discover the importance of letters of intent in physician contracts, their purpose, and the legal implications...
June 21, 2023
Breaking barriers in health care: the power of cultural competency training
Join us for an insightful podcast episode as we delve into the significance of cultural competency training for physicians in providing health care for LGBTQ+ individuals. Our guest, Michael Pessman, a gerontologist, shares his expertise on the...
June 20, 2023
A physician's journey through propaganda and misinformation
Join us for a fascinating podcast episode as we explore the dangerous consequences of propaganda and misinformation within the context of the opioid epidemic. Our guest, Jay K. Joshi, a family physician and author of Burden of Pain: A Physician's...
June 19, 2023
Unveiling the mental health crisis in health care
Join us for a thought-provoking podcast episode as we dive into the critical topic of mental health and suicide among health care providers. Our guests, Jessica Singh, an experienced emergency physician, and Lorenzo Norris, a psychiatrist, provide...
June 18, 2023
A surgeon's confessions expose corporate influence and physician struggles
Join us in this captivating podcast episode as we delve into the world of health care with Paul Ruggieri, an esteemed general surgeon and the author of the compelling book, Confessions of a Surgeon: A Deeper Cut. Through his personal experiences and...
June 17, 2023
A physician's fight against insurance denials
Join us in this compelling podcast episode as we dive into the world of insurance denials and the challenges faced by physicians and patients. Our guest, Jennifer Lycette, is not only a rural hematology-oncology physician but also a novelist and...
June 16, 2023
Breaking barriers in Medicaid access
Join us in this insightful podcast episode as we discuss the challenges and importance of Medicaid access in the United States. Our guests include Fatima Al-Shimari, an epidemiologist, and medical students Miriam Al-Saedy and Salsabeal Al-Saedy. We...
June 15, 2023
Unlocking the secrets to aging well
Welcome to our insightful podcast episode featuring Rosanne M. Leipzig, a renowned geriatrician and author of the enlightening book, Honest Aging: An Insider's Guide to the Second Half of Life. Join us as we delve into the key to aging well, exploring...
June 14, 2023
Cracking the code to a healthy spine: Revealing the secrets of aging gracefully
Join us in this enlightening episode as we welcome orthopedic surgeon and author Yoshihiro Katsuura, who sheds light on the process of spinal degeneration and the secrets to aging gracefully. With a focus on back and neck pain, Yoshihiro shares...
June 13, 2023
COVID-19: Unveiling the transformative shifts in health care
Join us as we chat with medical writer Steven Marshall about the evolving health care landscape during the COVID-19 pandemic. We discuss the transformative effects on health care delivery, the availability of testing, vaccination, and therapies, and...
June 12, 2023
Nurse-physician collaboration for superior patient care
Join us as we host Angel J. Mena, an internal medicine physician and health care executive, along with Ali Morin, a nurse and health care executive. In this episode, we explore the importance of strong nurse-physician relationships in achieving...
June 11, 2023
Unveiling the truth about medical cannabis
Join us in this insightful episode as we welcome Peter Grinspoon, an internal medicine physician specializing in medical cannabis. Peter enlightens us on the current landscape of medical cannabis, focusing on its potential benefits for patients. We...