Episodes

April 10, 2023

A medical advocate's role in the COVID ICU

In this episode, guest Sara L. Merwin, co-author of The Informed Patient: A Complete Guide to a Hospital Stay, shares her experience helping a family navigate their loved one's hospital stay during the height of the COVID pandemic. With visitors not...

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April 9, 2023

When peer review goes wrong: the impact on physicians' civil and cons…

Join us for this episode with guest Farid Gharagozloo, a cardiothoracic surgeon, as we discuss the unintended consequences of the Health Care Quality Improvement Act of 1986 (HCQIA). While the act was designed to protect public health and safety by...

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April 8, 2023

Is personalized medicine worth the cost?

In this episode, we discuss personalized medicine with guest Ketan Desai, a physician-executive. We explore how Henry Ford's mass production method influenced the pharmaceutical industry, and how personalized medicine presents new challenges. CAR...

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April 7, 2023

From overworking to self-care: a pediatric neurologist's journey

In this episode, we welcome Maria Xiang, a pediatric neurologist, join us to share her personal journey and insights on how to remain emotionally present in the midst of life's challenges. Maria opens up about how she believed that virtue and...

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April 6, 2023

Overcoming obstacles: Increasing diversity in residency programs

In this episode, we're joined by Heidi Chumley, dean at the Ross University School of Medicine, to discuss the barriers facing aspiring physicians in their journey to residency. Heidi will delve into the challenges of the residency matching process,...

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April 5, 2023

Uncovering the hidden causes of Alzheimer's disease

Join us on this episode as we welcome Arnold Eiser, an internal medicine physician, as he shares his insights on Alzheimer’s disease. Arnold believes that Alzheimer’s may be largely preventable, despite conventional wisdom suggesting otherwise. He...

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April 4, 2023

Breaking the stigma: Using life coaching to navigate chronic disease

Join us with guest Kimberly Jackson-Bekemeier, a family physician with a personal story of managing Type 1 diabetes amidst the pandemic. Kimberly shares her journey of struggling with the diagnosis, feeling lost and alone, until she discovered the...

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April 3, 2023

Transforming the future of point-of-care diagnostics

The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of telehealth, vaccine manufacturing, and point-of-care diagnostics, improving patient access to immediate care. In this episode, we welcome Nigel Lindner, the chief innovation officer at LumiraDx, to...

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April 2, 2023

Breaking the silence on infertility: a urologist's journey through IVF

We sit down with Lei Chu, a urologist and author of IVF Diaries: A Female Urologist Infertility Journey. Lei shares her personal journey with infertility and the heartbreak of undergoing numerous IVF cycles. She sheds light on the growing issue of...

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April 1, 2023

Collaborating with occupational therapists: a game-changer for behavi…

In this episode, psychiatrist Maryna Mammoliti discusses the importance of collaborating with occupational therapists. Occupational therapists are health care professionals who can help assess and accommodate patients' daily activities, including work...

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March 31, 2023

How understanding cultural backgrounds can lead to better patient care

Joining us today is Raj Sundar, a family physician with expertise in cultural humility and safety. Raj explains that the traditional approach to such situations tends to ignore the patient's cultural values and beliefs, with the health care team often...

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March 30, 2023

Lessons from an orthopedic surgery journey

Today's episode features John Chase, an orthopedic surgeon and author of You What?!: Humorous Stories, Cautionary Tales, and Unexpected Insights About A Career in Medicine. John shares some of his most memorable moments interacting with patients...

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March 29, 2023

Breaking free from a toxic relationship with medicine

Today's show discusses the telltale signs of a toxic relationship between physicians and their job, with guest Elizabeth Hughes, a dermatologist. In this episode, we delve into the similarity between an emotionally manipulative marriage and a career...

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March 28, 2023

Safe sex for seniors: Dispelling myths and embracing safe practices

We welcome Shannon Dowler, a family physician and author of the book Never Too Late: Your Guide to Safer Sex after 60. In this episode, we delve into the sexual revolution that began in the 1960s and how it challenged social norms, liberated...

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March 27, 2023

Surviving clinical rounds: tips and tales from a pediatric hematologi…

Today's guest is Maha Al-Ghafry, a pediatric hematologist-oncologist who shares her experience with clinical rounds. As health care professionals, we know the struggle of clinical rounds, where you receive patient handoffs, pre-round on EHR,...

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March 26, 2023

How this doctor found her passion in ballroom dancing

Meet Corinne Sundar Rao, an internal medicine physician who found her passion in ballroom dancing. After 14 years of practicing medicine, she transitioned into being a full-time hospitalist but still felt like something was missing. One day, she...

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March 25, 2023

Breaking free from gaslighting

Join us as we delve into the topic of gaslighting and its impact on our lives. Our guest, Robin Stern, is a psychoanalyst and the author of The Gaslight Effect Recovery Guide: Your Personal Journey Toward Healing from Emotional Abuse. In today's...

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March 24, 2023

Why it's time to question medical traditions

Join us as we delve into the world of medical traditions and their impact on patient care. Our guest is Brian Elliott, an internal medicine chief resident. From the white coat tradition to the multiple Hippocratic oaths and physical exams, we'll...

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March 23, 2023

Revolutionizing COPD management with virtual care solutions

Today's episode features Brian Gelbman, a pulmonary and critical care physician. The COPD management space is facing a growing crisis, with a shortage of pulmonologists and respiratory therapists, and limited access to pulmonary rehabilitation...

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March 22, 2023

Unlock the power of physician compensation data in contract negotiati…

In this episode, we're joined by Kyle Claussen, a physician contract attorney. Are you a physician who's unsure of what your salary and benefits should be? You're not alone. In a society where compensation information is often kept private, it can be...

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March 21, 2023

How medical student loan forgiveness can advance health equity

Join us as we welcome Katrina Gipson, an emergency medicine physician, to discuss the intersection of student loan debt and health equity. As the Supreme Court reviews the Biden Administration’s Student Loan Forgiveness Program, Katrina sheds light...

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March 20, 2023

Rescuing primary care: the role of health administrators

We welcome Sara Pastoor, a family physician, and delve into the pressing issue of the primary care crisis in the U.S. health care system. With projections showing growth in the market for health administrators, we discuss how these professionals can...

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March 19, 2023

Redefining success: a journey of self-discovery and fulfillment

We are joined by Ketan Kulkarni, a physician entrepreneur. We dive into the often-used but loosely defined word "success." With the constant bombardment of images of success through the media, it's easy to feel lost and unclear about what true success...

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March 18, 2023

Breaking barriers in arthritis care with telemedicine

In this episode, we welcome Diana M. Girnita, a rheumatologist and founder and CEO of Rheumatologist OnCall. We discuss the challenges facing patients with arthritis and the shortage of rheumatologists. Despite the growing need for specialized care,...

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