Episodes

Dec. 26, 2024

How workplace civility can transform health care and save lives

Explore the critical role of civility in health care with insights from Matthew Sherrer, associate professor and director of care team collaboration at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and Chris Turner, an emergency physician. Together, they...

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Dec. 25, 2024

How payment models shape your doctor’s decisions

In this episode, family physician Jonathan Staloff and internal medicine physician Joseph H. Joo join us to discuss the challenges and opportunities in reshaping health care systems. Drawing from their book, Reshaping Health Systems: What Drives...

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Dec. 24, 2024

Extracorporeal CPR: the next evolution of cardiac arrest care

Join critical care physician Jon Marinaro as we explore the transformative potential of extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) in revolutionizing cardiac arrest outcomes. Discover why traditional CPR's limitations demand a paradigm shift...

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Dec. 23, 2024

A framework to deliver higher-value care

Join us as we dive into the Healthcare Incentives Framework with internal medicine physician and health policy researcher Taylor J. Christensen. Discover how this innovative approach identifies barriers to high-value care and explores practical...

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Dec. 22, 2024

Can AI medical scribes solve clinician burnout?

Join us as we delve into the transformative potential of AI medical scribes in health care with family nurse practitioner Erica Dorn. Discover how this technology is reshaping clinical workflows, improving work-life balance, and addressing burnout...

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Dec. 21, 2024

How early intervention changes the game for children with development…

We explore the critical role of early intervention programs in supporting children with developmental delays. Pediatrician Maria Mba Wright shares insights into recognizing red flags like poor joint attention, navigating therapy options, and...

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Dec. 20, 2024

Lessons in career sustainability: Why self-care is the key to success

We’re joined by Diane W. Shannon, an internal medicine physician and physician coach, to explore the hard lessons of career sustainability and the importance of intentional self-care. Drawing from personal experience and years of coaching, Diane...

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Dec. 19, 2024

How conflict in Sudan is impacting women and children

Join us as we talk with Gillian Burkhardt, an obstetrician-gynecology physician currently on assignment with Doctors Without Borders in South Darfur. We explore the devastating impact of the ongoing conflict in Sudan, which has created one of the...

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Dec. 18, 2024

How expert witness work can transform your career and life

We speak with Gretchen E. Green, a radiologist and expert witness, about her journey from full-time clinical practice to building a fulfilling career that balances work, life, and family. She shares insights on transitioning into expert witness work,...

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Dec. 17, 2024

Overcoming social anxiety: insights into trauma, perfectionism, and t…

We explore the complexities of social anxiety with renowned psychotherapist Jonathan Berent. We delve into two contrasting cases: a high-achieving physician facing performance anxiety and a young adult paralyzed by avoidance. Jonathan shares insights...

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Dec. 16, 2024

Strategies to reduce costly hospital readmissions and improve patient…

We explore the pressing issue of hospital readmissions and their significant impact on health outcomes and financial strain within the health care system. Our guest, health care executive Ahzam Afzal, shares insights into the strategies and challenges...

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Dec. 15, 2024

Why failure should be part of every doctor's story

We sit down with medical student Ashley McCray to explore the powerful lessons learned from failure and the resilience it builds. Ashley shares her personal story of perseverance after failing her licensing exam, the stigma surrounding failure in...

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Dec. 14, 2024

How the Olympic spirit can transform diabetes care

Join us as we sit down with Gary Marc Rothenberg, a podiatrist, to explore the unique connections between Olympic-level perseverance and the day-to-day challenges of chronic disease management, specifically diabetes. We discuss how celebrating small...

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Dec. 13, 2024

How burnout sneaks up on health care professionals

Devina Wadhwa, a psychiatrist, shares her personal journey through burnout and the challenges of navigating systemic pressures in health care. From recognizing subtle signs of burnout to setting boundaries and redefining resilience, she offers...

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Dec. 12, 2024

How primary care could transform our health system

Join us for an insightful conversation with emergency physician Drew Remignanti as we explore the complexities of transitioning to Medicare for all. We’ll discuss the potential benefits, pitfalls, and misconceptions surrounding the concept, the...

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Dec. 11, 2024

How Medicaid expansion could transform health care in Georgia

Join us for an insightful conversation with Brendan Pulsifer, a medical student, as we explore the realities of practicing medicine in Georgia, recently ranked as one of the worst states for physicians. We’ll discuss the impacts of limited Medicaid...

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Dec. 10, 2024

How emotional intelligence turns medical challenges into opportunities

Join us for an insightful conversation with Ben Reinking, a board-certified pediatric cardiologist, medical educator, and certified physician development coach, as we explore the profound impact of emotional intelligence in health care. Ben shares a...

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Dec. 9, 2024

How technology can free up nurses for better care

We explore the evolving landscape of health care data management with nurse executive Betsy Castillo. Drawing on her decades of experience, Betsy discusses the importance of timely registry data, the critical role of nurses, and how AI-driven...

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Dec. 8, 2024

Why medical training is pushing residents to their breaking point

We sit down with medical student Medha Venigalla to explore the urgent issue of resident sleep deprivation and its impact on health care. We discuss the systemic challenges residents face, including long hours, under-reporting of work, and the culture...

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Dec. 7, 2024

Bitcoin $100K: a game-changer for physicians’ financial freedom?

Join us as emergency physician and digital asset consultant Noah Kaufman dives into the evolving role of Bitcoin in investment strategies. From its early days as a speculative asset to its current standing in institutional portfolios, we explore why...

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Dec. 6, 2024

Faster sepsis diagnosis in emergency departments

We sit down with pulmonary and critical care physicians Tonya Jagneaux and Hollis O'Neal to explore the complex challenges emergency departments face when diagnosing and treating sepsis. With overcrowded EDs, rising patient volumes, and strained...

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Dec. 5, 2024

Physician compensation secrets: 2024 MGMA DataDive insights

Join us in this insightful episode as we delve into the 2024 MGMA DataDive, the gold standard for physician compensation data. Our guest, Jon Appino, the driving force behind Contract Diagnostics,  will explore the latest trends in physician and...

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Dec. 4, 2024

Why rapid weight loss drugs may not be the health solution they seem

Join us in this episode as we talk with health reporter Martha Rosenberg about the complex dynamics behind obesity, junk food advertising, and the surge of new semaglutide-based weight loss drugs. We explore the implications of these drugs on public...

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Dec. 3, 2024

When empathy is found in unexpected places

We delve into the powerful narrative of patient vulnerability and resilience. Our guest, writer Rachel Litchman, shares her deeply personal experience of being hospitalized, highlighting the disconnect between patient needs and systemic responses. We...

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