Pancreatic cancer symptoms can hide in plain sight, even when the CT scan looks normal. This story from hospital rounds at Brown shows how one persistent spouse changed the entire outcome. The patient had painless jaundice, a classic warning sign for pancreatic adenocarcinoma in the head of the pancreas. The…
Otolaryngologist Alan P. Feren discusses his article "How system strain contributes to medical gaslighting in health care." Alan explores why encounters that patients experience as dismissive or manipulative often stem from communication breakdowns driven by productivity pressures rather than clinician malice. He examines the cognitive reality of modern practice where…
Empathy in clinical communication can change a tense moment in seconds. When emotions spike, it can look like values are colliding when they are actually closer than they seem. This video shows how to stay curious without setting yourself aside. You will see how to use your tone, your questions,…
Board-certified internist with a long-standing focus on public health, tobacco control, and preventive care Edward Anselm discusses his article "The economic case for investing in tobacco cessation." Edward reveals that while smoking rates have hit historic lows, 19.5 percent of adults still use tobacco, with significant disparities persisting across race,…
Pancreatic cancer guidelines are behind the data, and the gap is costing lives. In this video, we talk about why what clinicians see every day is not matching what the official recommendations say. The numbers are not new. The experience in families and communities is not new either. You will…
Family physician Kelly Bain discusses her article "Why physician business literacy matters." Kelly explains that while doctors are trained to diagnose and treat patients, they are rarely prepared to navigate the complex financial realities of the modern health care industry. She argues that bridging this educational gap is essential for…
Virtual telemedicine for common infections is changing what a family doctor can be. After 30 years in rural family medicine, I refused to let someone else define the future for me. I chose to build it. That meant pivoting into a virtual care company called Chat RX. It is designed…
Psychiatrist Sarah Hollander, clinical psychologist Kelly D. Holder, and physician advocate and physical therapist Kim Downey discuss their article "Joy in medicine: a new culture." Sarah, Kelly, and Kim explore how the culture of medicine must evolve from a system of endurance to one of meaningful well-being. They examine the…
De-escalation skills in healthcare start with one move most people skip - staying curious when tension spikes. In this video, you will see why strong emotions in a clinical moment often mask core values. That shift changes everything about how you respond, even when someone seems polarizing. You will learn…
Pancreatic cancer awareness starts to feel different when the losses have names and faces. This video comes from personal grief, and a pattern that became impossible to ignore. One family member was taken on Christmas Eve in 2013. He was also battling cholangiocarcinoma at the same time. Then the news…
Board-certified pediatrician, certified coach, and mindfulness and yoga teacher Jessie Mahoney discusses her article "Pediatrician vs. grandmother: Choosing love over medical advice." Jessie explores the internal conflict she faced between her medical training and her role as a grandmother when her twin granddaughters were born at home. She examines how…
Internal medicine physician Shirisha Kamidi discusses her article "Small habits, big impact on health." Shirisha explains why prevention is often more powerful than treatment when addressing conditions like diabetes and hypertension. She shares a real-world example of a patient who normalized high blood pressure through simple lifestyle adjustments rather than…
Courageous peace in healthcare is not quiet, and it is not comfortable. Moral courage is part of the job for every clinician, even when the room feels tense. This conversation gets into what it really means to hold peace with a spine at work. Not the kind that keeps everyone…
Leading advocate for airline safety measures to protect food-allergic passengers Lianne Mandelbaum discusses her article "When TV shows use food allergy as murder." Lianne examines the dangerous trend in popular media where severe reactions like anaphylaxis are used as plot devices for violence without consequence. She critiques a recent miniseries…
Ambient AI note taking is changing how clinicians get their time back without cutting corners. This is what it looks like when you stop racing the computer and start looking patients in the eye again. If you have ever wanted to leave at 5 instead of 6, this is the…
Certified coach and medical educator Kathleen Muldoon discusses her article "AI moderation of online health communities." Kathleen shares the harrowing personal story of having her social media account disabled when an algorithm mistook compassion for abuse. She explores how online support groups act as critical public health infrastructure for families…
Student loan policy is about to reshape rural healthcare jobs, and most people are missing the paradox. One change can raise a red flag for who even chooses these professions in the first place. Then the rural health reality hits, because the places already hurting cannot afford a smaller pipeline.…
Primary care physician Jerina Gani discusses their article "The hidden rewards of a primary care career." Jerina challenges the common narrative that general practice is merely a stepping stone filled with paperwork and low wages. She explains how physicians can unlock scalable income and schedule flexibility to build a prosperous…
Imagine your time is worth $1000 an hour. Are you spending it on what truly matters? In this eye-opening discussion with Tracy Gapin, a seasoned urologist, we explore how shifting your mindset can free you from the golden cage of a medical career. Tracy shares valuable insights on transforming burnout…
Practicing oncologist, adjunct professor at Duke University, and chief medical officer at AccessHope Yousuf Zafar discusses his article "Remote second opinions for equitable cancer care." Yousuf explains how a patient's zip code often dictates their survival odds despite biology showing that rural and urban patients have identical potential for recovery…
Navigating the world of online health advice can be tricky. With Dr. Google and AI models like Chat GPT becoming household names, how can you ensure the information you get is credible? In this video, we explore the crucial steps to verify your online health information. You'll learn how to…
Physical therapists Ziya Altug and Shirish Sachdeva discuss their article "Why your clinic waiting room may affect patient outcomes." Ziya and Shirish explore how the ambiance of a medical office significantly impacts patient anxiety and emotional well-being before treatment even begins. They examine evidence-based strategies to transform functional spaces into…
Feeling trapped in a lucrative career? You're not alone. Many doctors find themselves confined by what I call the golden handcuffs - a lifestyle sustained by high income that seems impossible to leave. But here's the thing: you don't have to stay stuck in a life you don't love. In…
Triple board-certified physician in adult and geriatric psychiatry and addiction medicine, and the founder of The Aging Parent Coach Barbara Sparacino discusses her article "Why caring for a parent is hard for doctors." Barbara shares the personal struggle of navigating end-of-life care for her own parents despite her extensive professional…