Videos

July 14, 2025

Why your most heroic act might be in a department meeting

Cardiologist Lauren Weber and critical care physician Jess Bunin, co-founders of All Levels Leadership, discuss their article, "Not all heroes wear capes: Sometimes they just speak up in meetings." They reframe medical heroism, arguing that the most courageous acts often happen not in a code blue, but in a conference…

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July 14, 2025

Legacy Through Everyday Actions

Legacy isn't just about the past or the future; it's about showing up right now. Ever wondered how everyday actions can define your legacy? We're diving into an intriguing concept about finding real value in our lives today. It's fascinating how a sense of purpose tops the list for so…

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July 13, 2025

How Project ECHO is fighting physician isolation and transforming medical education

Pediatrician Daniel Johnson discusses his article, "From isolation to innovation: the power of learning communities in health care." He reflects on the collaborative, case-based learning that makes medical training exciting and contrasts it with the professional isolation many physicians experience after graduation. To combat this, Daniel champions Project ECHO, a…

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July 11, 2025

ADHD Coping Skills Impact

Ever wonder why some tasks feel so much harder for you than others? You're not alone in this struggle. In this video, we dive into how people with ADHD often develop unique coping strategies but at what cost? From sacrificing social life to spending endless hours studying, the challenges are…

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July 10, 2025

Beyond burnout: Understanding the triangle of exhaustion

Physician coach Nicole Perrotte and physician advocate and physical therapist Kim Downey discuss their article, "Love, empathy, and the triangle of exhaustion: Why humanity must come first." Nicole introduces her powerful framework, the Triangle of Exhaustion, which describes the profound fatigue experienced by caregivers, physicians, and parents of atypical children.…

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July 9, 2025

Why ADHD in women requires a new approach

Pediatrician Arti Lal discusses her article, "Why ADHD in women is finally getting the attention it deserves." She explores why new ADHD diagnoses nearly doubled for adult women from 2020 to 2022 and the unique barriers they face in getting proper care. Arti explains how historical gender biases have led…

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July 8, 2025

Why point-of-care ultrasound belongs in every emergency department triage

Emergency physicians Resa E. Lewiss and Courtney M. Smalley discuss their article, "Why point-of-care ultrasound belongs in emergency department triage." Amid the crisis of overcrowded waiting rooms and long wait times, they argue for the immediate integration of a powerful, underutilized tool: point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS). Resa and Courtney use compelling…

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July 8, 2025

Moral distress in medicine

Feeling stuck in your career and questioning what's next? You're not alone, and it's more common than you think. In today's video, we explore the concept of moral distress in medicine, a topic that's not often named but is felt by many. You'll hear from Jenny, who works with people…

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July 7, 2025

Why financial planning is a critical tool for physician well-being

Certified financial planner Brian Case discusses the article, "Personal financial planning shouldn't be a taboo subject." They explore the often-overlooked link between financial stress and the crisis of physician burnout, turnover, and the alarming rate of physician suicide. Brian, Jerry, Jonathan, and Anders explain that despite high earning potential, many…

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July 7, 2025

Antibiotic crisis looming

Are we really on the verge of a post-antibiotic era? Some experts think we're already there, and it's raising alarms for everyone. Imagine simple infections turning lethal because antibiotics no longer work. Sometimes the quickest solution isn't the best one, and it could be fueling antimicrobial resistance. Ever wondered how…

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July 6, 2025

Why the U.S. mental health care system is failing and how to fix it

Internal medicine physician and author Robert C. Smith discusses his article, "Medicine's mental health crisis: why the system is failing us." He reveals the shocking disparity in care, where only 25 percent of patients with mental illness receive any treatment compared to 70 percent for physical conditions. This crisis, Robert…

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July 6, 2025

Future Doctors Brave Skills

Polarization and division are at an all-time high, especially in the world of medical experts and education. In this video, we tackle the growing distrust in medical professionals and why it's crucial now more than ever to train future doctors to be brave. We'll talk about the art of courageous…

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July 4, 2025

Psychological Safety Myths

Feeling like honesty and authenticity are hard to find in healthcare these days? Join me as I chat about why just mentioning psychological safety isn't enough to make it real. Ever thought that discussing safety might actually mean the opposite? Let's talk about how true change begins with recognizing these…

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July 3, 2025

Finding Common Ground

Ever thought about how improvisational theater techniques could change the way we communicate and understand each other? In this video, I share insights from a course I teach that reveals just that. Imagine connecting with someone on a deeper level by recognizing shared core values, rather than just focusing on…

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July 2, 2025

From Founding Fathers to modern battles: physician activism in a politicized era

Psychiatrist, internist, and addiction medicine specialist Muhamad Aly Rifai discusses his article, "Physician patriots: the forgotten founders who lit the torch of liberty." Muhamad calls for a remembrance of the five physician-patriots—Dr. Benjamin Rush, Dr. Josiah Bartlett, Dr. Lyman Hall, Dr. Matthew Thornton, and Dr. Oliver Wolcott—who signed the Declaration…

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July 1, 2025

Who will train the next generation of primary care clinicians without physician mentorship?

Founding director of the Doctor of Medical Science program at The College of St. Scholastica, Kenneth Botelho, discusses his article, "In the absence of physician mentorship, who will train the next generation of primary care clinicians?" Kenneth highlights the accelerating crisis caused by the erosion of physician mentorship, particularly impacting…

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July 1, 2025

Antibiotics Allergy Concern

Antibiotics are becoming less effective for me, and I've realized my options are shrinking fast. Chatting with my UK colleagues opened my eyes to how often AMR (Antimicrobial Resistance) makes their headlines. Surprisingly, it barely gets a mention here in the US. Even a UN meeting last year barely made…

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June 30, 2025

A physician's reflection on love, loss, and finding meaning in grief

Hospitalist Jasminka Vukanovic-Criley discusses her article, "When grief hits all at once: a morning of heartbreak and love." Jasminka shares a deeply personal account of a Saturday morning where unexpected news of the passing of two friends, Natasa's mother Mirjana and her friend Thomas, both from cancer, suddenly immersed her…

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June 30, 2025

Mental health support tips

Feeling overwhelmed and afraid to seek help? You're not alone in this journey. This video is a heartfelt reminder that there are mental health providers ready to support you confidentially. Learn how to prioritize your mental well-being without compromising your privacy. Did you know physician suicide is a growing concern?…

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June 29, 2025

Addressing U.S. vaccine inequities in vulnerable communities

Medical students Kaitlynn Esemaya, Anamaria Ancheta, and Annique McLune discuss their article, "Why vaccine access still fails America's most vulnerable groups." They highlight how social determinants of health drive pervasive inequities in vaccination rates among marginalized U.S. communities, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Kaitlynn, Alexis, and Annique cite CDC data…

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June 28, 2025

How organizational culture drives top talent away

Surgeon Suhaib J. S. Ahmad discusses his article, "Why even the best employees are silently quitting health care." Suhaib explores the phenomenon of highly competent and once-passionate health care professionals disengaging and leaving their roles, often without overt complaint. He argues that this "silent quitting" stems not just from issues…

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June 27, 2025

Why are medical students turning away from primary care?

Medical students Vineeth Amba and Archita Goyal discuss their article, "What's driving medical students away from primary care?" They share the widespread discouragement medical students encounter regarding primary care careers, despite initial aspirations to serve communities. Vineeth and Archita highlight the ongoing crisis in primary care, evidenced by a decline…

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June 27, 2025

Tobacco Report Controversy

Ever wondered how a paediatric surgeon ended up making headlines in the world of public health? This video takes you on an intriguing journey into the life of a surgeon general who wasn't your typical public health figure. Despite being politically naive, he knew how to play his cards right…

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June 26, 2025

Combating physician burnout with a coaching leadership style

Family physician and certified executive leadership coach Lisa Herbert discusses her article, "From burnout to breakthrough: How a coaching culture transforms health care." Lisa shares her personal journey with physician burnout, a crisis affecting 54 percent of physicians, and how discovering coaching revolutionized her approach to leadership and her career.…

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