Imagine walking into a patient's room and instantly recognizing a textbook case of a disease you never expected to see in real life. That's exactly what happened when I encountered a patient exhibiting all the classic symptoms of measles. From red eyes to a distinctive rash, this case was a…
Clinical research physician Khutaija Noor discusses her article, "Why clinical research is a powerful path for unmatched IMGs." She addresses the intense pressure and profound disappointment International Medical Graduates (IMGs) face when they go unmatched for a residency spot in the U.S. Drawing from her own experience, Khutaija reframes this…
Psychiatrist, internist, and addiction medicine specialist Muhamad Aly Rifai discusses his article, "In medicine and law, professions that society relies upon for accuracy." He argues that labeling AI errors as "hallucinations" is a dangerous euphemism that trivializes real psychiatric conditions and downplays the serious threat these errors pose to professions…
Depression affects millions, yet many find little relief with standard treatments. What if there was another way to restore hope and vitality? Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) offers a promising alternative for those who feel trapped in the shadows of depression. With FDA approval since 2008, TMS targets the brain areas…
Leading food allergy advocate Lianne Mandelbaum discusses her article, "What one diagnosis can change: the movement to make dining safer." She explains how for millions of people living with food allergies, dining out is often an exercise in survival rather than a joy, filled with anxiety about cross-contact and lack…
How often do we stop to consider the impact of our judgments on others? In a world where so much feels beyond our control, there's one thing we can always choose - our approach to others. This video explores how our awareness and choices can transform our interactions and influence…
Board-certified pediatrician and certified coach Jessie Mahoney discusses her article, "Medicalizing burnout misses the real problem." She argues that the health care industry's current approach to physician burnout is failing because it treats a predictable cultural problem like a personal disease. By "medicalizing" wellness with endless surveys, modules, and screenings,…
Physician coach and medical school professor Kathleen Muldoon discusses her article, "How motherhood reshaped my identity as a scientist and teacher." She explores what it means to be a "mother scholar" in academic and medical cultures that reward detachment and often view caregiving as a distraction. Drawing from her experience…
Did you know that a 95% vaccination rate is crucial to stop measles from spreading? In this video, we explore how non-medical exemptions have impacted MMR vaccination rates across the US, pushing some states below this critical threshold. You'll learn how legislative changes have led to a drop in immunization…
Physician executive Bhargav Raman discusses his article, "Why fearing AI is really about fearing ourselves." He argues that the common doomsday predictions about artificial intelligence are a projection of our own human flaws and a misunderstanding of progress. Bhargav asserts that humanity has agency and the responsibility to instill a…
Renowned fertility specialist Oluyemisi (Yemi) Famuyiwa discusses her article, "When bleeding disorders meet IVF: Navigating von Willebrand disease in fertility treatment." She explains that von Willebrand disease (VWD), the most common inherited bleeding disorder, affects up to 1 percent of the population and poses unique challenges for women undergoing fertility…
Imagine a world where we can prevent diseases before they even start. Sounds like a fantasy, right? But now, we have a groundbreaking path to primary prevention for cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, and cardiovascular conditions. By harnessing layers of data, from genes to proteins, and advanced imaging like retinal photos, we…
Physician executive Steven Lane discusses his article, "Why interoperability is key to achieving the quintuple aim in health care." He explains that true interoperability is not just about technology but about aligning people, processes, and IT systems to allow patient information to flow seamlessly across all members of a care…
Pediatrician and certified coach Jessie Mahoney discusses her article, "Why the future of medicine depends on leading from the heart." Drawing from her experience leading a workshop for women cardiologists, she explores the sacred irony of physicians who are experts in the heart yet rarely tend to their own. Jessie…
Bear Stearns' IPO for this ambitious web venture seemed to start on a high note. Teaming up with giants like AOL, everything looked promising despite the novelty and challenges of the venture. With the worlds most trusted doctor at the helm, the company had what seemed like an unbeatable advantage.…
Physician executive Laura Kohlhagen discusses her article, "Here's what providers really need in a modern EHR." She argues that since electronic health records were originally designed for billing and compliance, they have created disjointed workflows, cognitive fatigue, and clinician burnout. Laura explains how modern AI technologies are finally transforming EHRs…
Can you really outrun your DNA when it comes to living a longer, healthier life? Contrary to popular belief, your health span isn't solely dictated by your genetic makeup. In this video, we explore groundbreaking insights that reveal how lifestyle choices can add 7 to 10 years of healthy aging.…
Academic physician executive William Wertheim discusses his article, "America, our health care workforce training isn't evolving alongside our needs." He argues that the U.S. medical system is training professionals who will not meet the needs of the country's rapidly aging population. With the number of Americans over 65 expected to…
ADHD diagnosis has long been skewed by outdated methods that often overlook girls. The traditional rating scales from the 60s, 70s, and 90s are not asking the right questions. They tend to focus on general behaviors, leaving many girls undiagnosed. The Conner rating scale, for example, had just 7 questions…
Psychiatrist Sabooh S. Mubbashar discusses his article, "Why 'do no harm' might be harming modern medicine." He reveals that the principle "First, do no harm," or Primum non nocere, is not part of the original Hippocratic Oath but a later, misattributed addition that has become a dangerously oversimplified slogan. Sabooh…
Health care marketing strategist Sara Meyer discusses her article, "First impressions happen online—not in your exam room." She explains why a physician's online presence is often the deciding factor for potential patients and highlights the common gap between high-quality clinical care and an outdated digital brand. In an increasingly competitive…
Imagine being in your 80s and managing five offices across five states. This is the incredible yet tumultuous journey of a leader who tried to do it all. With 35 nodes on an org chart and an IPO pulling in 87 million dollars, youd think everything was perfect. But when…
Nationally recognized psychiatrist, internist, and addiction medicine specialist Muhamad Aly Rifai discusses his article, "How President Biden's cognitive health shapes political and legal trust." While carefully observing the ethical constraints of the Goldwater Rule, he analyzes the public discourse surrounding the cognitive health of former President Joseph Robinette Biden Jr.…
Gastroenterologist Anuj Vikrant Sharma discusses his article, "Fatty liver disease is no longer reserved for older adults." He warns of a quiet epidemic of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), a serious liver condition now increasingly appearing in people in their 20s and 30s who may not appear outwardly unhealthy. Anuj explains…