Episodes

Dec. 22, 2023

Breaking down weight management: insights from a bariatric expert

Join Maria Iliakova, a bariatric and general surgeon. In this episode, we'll explore essential topics in weight management and bariatric surgery. Discover effective ways to start conversations about weight with patients, learn when to refer to a...

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Dec. 21, 2023

From 8-hour to 12-hour shifts: Exploring health care's changing lands…

Join Bruce L. Davidson, a pulmonary and critical care physician. We delve into the transformation of health care work conditions, from 8-hour shifts to 12-hour shifts, and how this impacts both health care professionals and patient care. Bruce sheds...

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Dec. 20, 2023

Scrubbing in and stepping up: the baseball-medicine connection

Join Stephen J. Foley, a medical student, as we dive into the intriguing parallels between the world of baseball and the field of medicine. Discover how skills from the baseball diamond translate to the hospital wards, and explore the importance …

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Dec. 19, 2023

Private practice: key insights before doctors sign on

Join attorney Dennis Hursh, who brings over 40 years of experience in representing physicians. In this discussion, Dennis delves into the multifaceted world of physicians working in private practices. We explore the motivations driving physicians into...

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Dec. 18, 2023

How today's physicians juggle legal threats and patient care

We delve into the intricate and challenging world of medical decision-making with L. Joseph Parker, a research physician. Join us as we explore the delicate balance between rapid decision-making and precision in high-pressure medical situations....

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Dec. 17, 2023

How AI is redefining clinical documentation

We welcome Matthew Allen, a medical student, as we delve into the significant findings of the American Medical Informatics Association (AMIA) 25×5 Task Force, which aims to reduce the clinician documentation burden by 25 percent in five years....

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Dec. 16, 2023

Inside Appalachia's health crisis

We welcome Ryan McCarthy, an internal medicine physician, to delve into the multifaceted challenges of providing primary care in Appalachia. Ryan shares his firsthand experiences from Martinsburg, West Virginia, a region grappling with the invisible...

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Dec. 15, 2023

Physician burnout's little voice

Join Dike Drummond, a family practice physician, as he brings his rich experience and deep understanding of the medical profession to discuss a critical issue that touches many in the health care field: physician burnout. Through our conversation,...

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Dec. 14, 2023

A pediatrician's quest for self-discovery

We sit down with Sogol Pahlavan, a pediatrician, and hear her powerful story of personal transformation. Join us as she shares her journey from achieving the American dream to discovering the importance of self-awareness and self-acceptance. Learn how...

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Dec. 13, 2023

A cardiologist's COVID-19 frontline journey

We sit down with Marissa Lombardo, a cardiologist, to delve into her deeply moving experiences on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic in New York City. Join us as Marissa shares her journey, from delivering heart-wrenching news to families over...

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Dec. 12, 2023

A neurosurgeon's quest to solve medication nonadherence

Join neurosurgeon Katrina Firlik as she delves into the world of health care data and the importance of citing sources. Explore her journey from treating patients to becoming an entrepreneur, and learn about the challenges of addressing medication...

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Dec. 11, 2023

Why insurance prefers opioids over non-pharma options

Join Amy Baxter, a clinical associate professor of emergency medicine. We'll delve into the opioid crisis, the misconceptions surrounding pain management, and the barriers that hinder effective pain relief in health care. Amy will share her expertise...

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Dec. 11, 2023

Why insurance prefers opioids over non-pharma options

Join Amy Baxter, a clinical associate professor of emergency medicine. We'll delve into the opioid crisis, the misconceptions surrounding pain management, and the barriers that hinder effective pain relief in health care. Amy will share her expertise...

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Dec. 10, 2023

Unraveling the mysteries of mast cell disorders

Join us on as we delve into the world of mast cell disorders, including the lesser-understood mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS). Our guest, Kara Wada, a board-certified academic adult and pediatric allergy, immunology, and lifestyle medicine...

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Dec. 9, 2023

Tips for success as a plastic surgeon

Join Mossi Salibian, a plastic surgeon, as he shares his journey from a background in biochemistry to becoming a successful practitioner in the field. Mossi delves into the intersection of art and science in plastic surgery, the importance of patient...

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Dec. 8, 2023

Navigating life's crossroads: Change, accept, or leave

Join Deepti Gandhi, a family physician. We delve into the powerful mantra of "change, accept, or leave" and explore real-life scenarios where individuals are faced with this choice. Discover practical strategies, personal stories, and expert insights...

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Dec. 7, 2023

Breaking free from metric shaming

Join Archana Reddy Shrestha, an emergency physician. In this episode, we explore her personal journey through the highs and lows of her medical career, addressing the challenges of metric-driven evaluations and the impact on a physician's sense of...

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Dec. 6, 2023

AI's role in streamlining colorectal cancer screening

Join Shrujal Baxi, an oncologist passionate about AI, as we delve into how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing colorectal cancer detection while navigating the complexities of prior authorization. Discover how AI streamlines screening, reduces...

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Dec. 5, 2023

Depression treatment with ketamine and SSRIs

Join L. Joseph Parker, a research physician, as we explore the intricacies of depression treatment. We'll delve into the prevailing theories about serotonin, the delayed effects of SSRIs and SNRIs, and the emerging neuroplastic theory of depression....

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Dec. 4, 2023

Coping with grief in health care

Join Natalya Beneschott, a pediatric infectious disease fellow, as she shares her personal experience and insights on coping with the lasting impact of a patient's death, the challenges medical professionals face in processing grief, and the...

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Dec. 3, 2023

AI and the patient-physician relationship

We sit down with guest Andrew Wilner, a neurologist, to explore the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on medicine. Join us as we discuss how AI is changing the role of health care professionals, the tasks it can take over, …

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Dec. 2, 2023

Intensive caring in palliative care

Join guest Harvey Max Chochinov, a psychiatrist, as he delves into the profound concept of "intensive caring" in palliative care. Inspired by Dame Cicely Saunders' powerful quote, "You matter because you are you," Harvey discusses how this approach...

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Dec. 1, 2023

Navigating challenges in modern medicine through storytelling

Join Arthur Lazarus, an adjunct professor of psychiatry and the author of Every Story Counts: Exploring Contemporary Practice Through Narrative Medicine. In this episode, we delve into the profound significance of storytelling and narrative in the...

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Nov. 30, 2023

Ketamine myths and facts: What PCPs need to know

Join Carlene MacMillan, chief medical officer at Osmind, to explore the evolving role of primary care physicians in addressing mental health challenges, particularly in the context of emerging therapies like ketamine. We delve into misconceptions...

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