Episodes
July 11, 2023
Radiologist-clinician collaboration is key to optimal diagnostic outcomes
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...
July 10, 2023
Medical conferences: Upholding ethics and safety amidst freedom of conscience laws
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...