Episodes

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...

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June 18, 2023

A surgeon's confessions expose corporate influence and physician stru…

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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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June 14, 2023

Cracking the code to a healthy spine: Revealing the secrets of aging …

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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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June 10, 2023

Breaking free from limiting habits: Unveiling the path to your full p…

Join us as we explore the habits that might be making your life harder than necessary. Our guest, Cindy Tsai, an internal medicine physician, shares valuable insights into common obstacles that hinder personal growth and alignment. From excessive...

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June 9, 2023

Unfilled residency spots and the future of emergency medicine

Join us for an enlightening podcast episode as we delve into the challenges facing emergency medicine residency programs and applicants. With 555 unfilled first-year residency spots in the Match, we explore the factors that have contributed to this...

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June 8, 2023

Empathy and awareness: Unveiling the hidden dangers of food allergies

Join us for an insightful podcast episode as we discuss the critical issue of food allergies and the recent incidents of food-induced anaphylaxis deaths that have deeply impacted the food allergy community. Our guest, Lianne Mandelbaum, is the founder...

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June 7, 2023

Physician employment contracts: the key to fighting burnout and impro…

Join us on this insightful podcast episode as we delve into the pressing issue of physician burnout and the challenges physicians face in their careers. Our guest, Dennis Hursh, a veteran attorney with over 40 years of experience in health law, sheds...

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June 6, 2023

A revolution in patient empowerment: Working together to save our med…

Join Ann M. Hester, board-certified internal medicine physician, in a thought-provoking podcast episode. Explore the challenges of the health care system, including the shortage of doctors and the nursing crisis. Ann shares valuable insights on the...

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June 5, 2023

Unlocking resilience: a powerful journey from trauma to transformation

Join us for an inspiring podcast episode as we delve into the world of trauma, resilience, and personal transformation. Our guest, Rebecca Fogg, consultant and author of Beautiful Trauma: An Explosion, an Obsession, and a New Lease on Life, shares her...

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June 4, 2023

Fixing the system and prioritizing patient care

Join us for a thought-provoking episode as we sit down with Cindy Rubin, a pediatrician and breastfeeding medicine specialist. Cindy opens up about the challenges faced by physicians in the current health care system, particularly the constraints of...

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June 3, 2023

Empowering Black nurses for lasting change

Join us for an enlightening episode as we sit down with Kashica J. Webber-Ritchey, an assistant professor of nursing, to discuss the pressing issue of equity in health care, particularly for Black nurses. Kashica shares her first-hand experiences and...

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June 2, 2023

Healing trauma and reconnecting: Unmasking the impact of dissociation

Join us as we dive into a conversation with Christine Gibson, a family physician and trauma specialist. Christine shares her expertise on dissociation, trauma, and the profound impact they have on health care. Discover the importance of reconnecting...

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June 1, 2023

A pediatrician's journey into integrative medicine

Join us on this episode as we sit down with Kortney West, a pediatrician who shares her personal journey and perspective on the shortcomings of the allopathic medical system. As a physician, mother, and patient, Kortney discusses how her experiences...

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May 31, 2023

Medical errors and the power of apologies

In this episode, we talk to Amber Gipson-Fine, a project manager, about her personal experience with a medical error and the importance of medical apologies. March was Endometriosis Awareness Month, and Amber shares her journey with the disease and...

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May 30, 2023

A family physician's journey on the OIG list and the struggle to retu…

Join us for a thought-provoking discussion with Jeffrey L. Fraser, a family physician who shares his experience of addiction and felony conviction, which led to his placement on the Office of the Inspector General exclusion list. We'll explore the...

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May 29, 2023

From skydiving to saving lives: a surgeon's journey on adversity, pas…

Join us on this episode as we speak with Alexandra Kharazi, a cardiothoracic surgeon and author of The Heart of Fear: A Surgeon's Collection of Stories on Adversity, Passion, and Perseverance. Alexandra shares her unique perspective on how her...

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May 28, 2023

Why electronic health records are failing patients: the dark side of …

Join us for an insightful conversation with Erica E. Remer, a physician and clinical documentation specialist, as we explore the challenges and pitfalls of electronic medical records (EHRs). Erica delves into the impact of copy and paste (C&P)...

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May 27, 2023

Why doctors aren't to blame for the U.S. opioid crisis

Join us for an eye-opening episode as we discuss the truth behind the U.S. opioid crisis with our guest, patient advocate Richard A. Lawhern. Contrary to popular belief, doctors did not cause this crisis by over-prescribing opioid pain relievers to...

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