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Real Talk Podcast

Alicia Mikolaycik Gonzalez (Kurtz)realtalk.transistor.fm
Real Talk is a podcast based on an in-person program where doctors, APs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals share stories about their real, human experiences working in medicine. It's vulnerability and joy in medicine at its best.
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Episodes

Real Talk Unplugged – Coming Out, Inviting In

This episode was created together with Vituity , a physician partnership that places clinical expertise and patient outcomes at the center of their work. Our speakers are all members of Vituity team: Alexandria is a Billing Supervisor, Crystal is a Hospitalist & Wellness Champion, Mark is the IT Director for Service Delivery, & our host, Jenn, is a Project Manager. Real Talk Unplugged is a series aimed at highlighting the stories of diverse voices in healthcare. Sean's story is brought t...

Feb 14, 202226 min

Real Talk Unplugged – Mommy & Me(dicine)

This episode features short anecdotes from Dr. Tiffany Hackett; Dr. Nicki Braxley; Carisa Hotari, PA; & Sara Jew – all employees or partners with Vituity , a physician partnership that places clinical expertise and patient outcomes at the center of their work. Real Talk Unplugged is a series aimed at highlighting the stories of diverse voices in healthcare. Today's story is brought to us by the WAVE Enterprise Resource Group – ensuring that W omen A t V ituity E xcel in fulfilling their care...

Sep 02, 202117 min

Real Talk Unplugged – Sean's Story: "I just didn't fit"

'Sean' is an Advanced Provider in California. Sean has shown incredible bravery in sharing this story with us, but we're releasing it under a pseudonym as, sadly, our nation has a long way to go before these stories can be safely shared without fear of repercussion against those who have lived these experiences. This episode was created together with Vituity , a physician partnership that places clinical expertise and patient outcomes at the center of their work. Real Talk Unplugged is a series ...

Jul 29, 202119 min

Real Talk Unplugged – Sarah's Story: What did you expect?

Sarah Roth is an Emergency Medicine doctor with Vituity , a physician partnership that places clinical expertise and patient outcomes at the center of their work. Real Talk Unplugged is a series aimed at highlighting the stories of diverse voices in healthcare. Sarah's story is brought to us by Vituity's Mental Health Enterprise Resource Group . The Vituity Cares Foundation was formed in 2020 in an effort to foster a new, more diverse generation of healthcare leaders, countering underrepresentat...

Jul 20, 202116 min

Real Talk Unplugged – Taofeek's Story: What's in a name?

Taofeek Ibrahim is a Practice Administrator for Psychiatry with Vituity , a physician partnership that places clinical expertise and patient outcomes at the center of their work. Real Talk Unplugged is a series aimed at highlighting the stories of diverse voices in healthcare. Nicolle's story is brought to us by the BAAVC Enterprise Resource Group – comprised of B lack/ A frican A merican V itans for C hange. The Vituity Cares Foundation was formed in 2020 in an effort to foster a new, more dive...

Jun 29, 202112 min

Real Talk Unplugged – Kristy's Story: Not a concept, not a punchline, not an object

Kristy Tran is an Administrative Coordinator with Vituity , a physician partnership that places clinical expertise and patient outcomes at the center of their work. Real Talk Unplugged is a series aimed at highlighting the stories of diverse voices in healthcare. Kristy's story is brought to us by the CAPIE Enterprise Resource Group – the C oalition of A sian & P acific I slander E mpowerment. The Vituity Cares Foundation was formed in 2020 in an effort to foster a new, more diverse generati...

May 27, 202116 min

Real Talk Unplugged – Daniela’s Story: You are not alone

Daniela Hunter is a Senior Medical Recruiter for Psychiatry with Vituity , a physician partnership that places clinical expertise and patient outcomes at the center of their work. Real Talk Unplugged is a series aimed at highlighting the stories of diverse voices in healthcare. Daniela's story is brought to us by Vituity's Mental Health Enterprise Resource Group . The Vituity Cares Foundation was formed in 2020 in an effort to foster a new, more diverse generation of healthcare leaders, counteri...

May 13, 202112 min

Real Talk Unplugged – Nicolle's Story: Becoming Harriet

Nicolle Goolsby is Senior Manager of the Compliance Program with Vituity , a physician partnership that places clinical expertise and patient outcomes at the center of their work. Real Talk Unplugged is a series aimed at highlighting the stories of diverse voices in healthcare. Nicolle's story is brought to us by the BAAVC Enterprise Resource Group – comprised of B lack/ A frican A merican V itans for C hange. The Vituity Cares Foundation was formed in 2020 in an effort to foster a new, more div...

Apr 27, 202115 min

Jojo's Story: Did we fail Daniel Prude?

Johanna "Jojo" Ho is an emergency medicine Physician Assistant in California who shared her story at a virtual Real Talk session in September 2020. To connect with the Real Talk Podcast or record your story with us, visit https://realtalk.transistor.fm/ Intro music: "Honey and Milk" by The 126ers Outro music: “Allabout” by Lauren Duski

Apr 07, 202114 min

Michael's Story: “A Promise to Carry the Fire” – an essay for Doctor's Day

"A Promise to Carry the Fire" is an essay by Michael Schmitz, an emergency medicine physician in Maine. To connect with the Real Talk Podcast or record your story with us, visit https://realtalk.transistor.fm/ Intro music: "Honey and Milk" by The 126ers Outro music: "Take Your Time" by Dan Lebowitz

Mar 30, 202117 min

Real Talk Unplugged – Bisaan's Story: My ancestors' wildest dreams

Bisaan Hanouneh is a talent engagement specialist with Vituity , a physician partnership that places clinical expertise and patient outcomes at the center of their work. Real Talk Unplugged is a series aimed at highlighting the stories of diverse voices in healthcare. Bisaan's story is brought to us by the WAVE Enterprise Resource Group – ensuring that W omen A t V ituity E xcel in fulfilling their career and development goals. The Vituity Cares Foundation was formed in 2020 in an effort to fost...

Mar 29, 202116 min

Amy's Story: "The patient turned and started hitting me in the head"

Amy Zeidan is an emergency medicine Physician in Georgia who shared her story at a virtual Real Talk session in June 2020. To connect with the Real Talk Podcast or record your story with us, visit https://realtalk.transistor.fm/ Intro music: "Honey and Milk" by The 126ers Outro music: "Touch Tone" by The Mini Vandals

Feb 20, 202117 min

Jesse's Story: a Horse, a Hospital, & Hope

Jesse Stark is a Quality Program Manager with Vituity in California who shared her story at a virtual Real Talk session in May 2020. To connect with the Real Talk Podcast or record your story with us, visit https://realtalk.transistor.fm/ Intro music: "Honey and Milk" by The 126ers Outro music: "Checkmate" by Nathan Moore

Feb 02, 202113 min

Taylor's Story: The story hidden in the footnotes

Taylor Nichols is an emergency medicine doctor in California who shared his story at a Real Talk session in early 2020. He is also the author of this beautifully raw and honest piece about being a Jewish physician caring for a man with Nazi tattoos during the thick of the COVID19 pandemic. To connect with the Real Talk Podcast or record your story with us, visit https://realtalk.transistor.fm/ Intro music: "Honey and Milk" by The 126ers Outro music: "Instant Crush" by Corbyn Kites...

Dec 31, 202017 min

Jed's Story: Sleep in Heavenly Peace

Jed Grant is an emergency medicine Physician Assistant in California who shared his story at a Real Talk session in early 2020. To connect with the Real Talk Podcast or record your story with us, visit https://realtalk.transistor.fm/ Intro music: "Honey and Milk" by The 126ers Outro music: "Silent night." Traditional. Performed by Alicia.

Dec 23, 202020 min

John's Story: Ditching the blame

Dr. Hamilton is an emergency medicine physician in Texas who shared his story at a local Real Talk session in 2020. To connect with the Real Talk Podcast or record your story with us, visit https://realtalk.transistor.fm/ Intro music: "Honey and Milk" by The 126ers Outro music: "Forgiven Fate" by Dan Lebowitz

Dec 01, 202015 min

Real Talk BLM – Chris' Story: These things happen

Dr. Smith is an emergency medicine physician with Vituity , a physician partnership that places clinical expertise and patient outcomes at the center of their work. The Vituity Cares Foundation was formed in 2020 in an effort to foster a new, more diverse generation of healthcare leaders, countering underrepresentation in the industry. Vituity Cares is dedicated to healing the most vulnerable, empowering the underrepresented, and ensuring a more equitable future for all. More information is avai...

Nov 10, 202015 min

Real Talk BLM – Bridgette's Story: "Someone like you..."

Dr. Provost is an internal medicine physician with Vituity , a physician partnership that places clinical expertise and patient outcomes at the center of their work. The Vituity Cares Foundation was formed in 2020 in an effort to foster a new, more diverse generation of healthcare leaders, countering underrepresentation in the industry. Vituity Cares is dedicated to healing the most vulnerable, empowering the underrepresented, and ensuring a more equitable future for all. More information is ava...

Nov 03, 202020 min

Real Talk BLM – Maureen's Story: Fueled by 'No'

Dr. Bell is an emergency medicine physician with Vituity , a physician partnership that places clinical expertise and patient outcomes at the center of their work. The Vituity Cares Foundation was formed in 2020 in an effort to foster a new, more diverse generation of healthcare leaders, countering underrepresentation in the industry. Vituity Cares is dedicated to healing the most vulnerable, empowering the underrepresented, and ensuring a more equitable future for all. More information is avail...

Oct 27, 202014 min

Real Talk MS1 Edition – Leyla's Story: Some scripts just need a rewrite

Leyla’s story was recorded at a virtual Real Talk session this summer. MS1 is commonly used shorthand for a Medical Student in their first year. To connect with the Real Talk Podcast or record your story with us, head to https://realtalk.transistor.fm/ Intro music: "Honey and Milk" by The 126ers Outro music: "Poured" by Lauren Duski

Oct 13, 202018 min

Real Talk MS1 Edition – Brian's Story: The vision planted in my brain, still remains

Brian’s story was recorded at a virtual Real Talk session this summer. MS1 is commonly used shorthand for a Medical Student in their first year. MS2 is a second year student. To connect with the Real Talk Podcast or record your story with us, head to https://realtalk.transistor.fm/ Intro music: "Honey and Milk" by The 126ers “Sound of Silence” composed by Paul Simon, performed by Brian. Outro music: "Poured" by Lauren Duski

Sep 29, 202018 min

Real Talk MS1 Edition – David's Story: Wait, why am I here?

David’s story was recorded at a virtual Real Talk session this summer. MS1 is commonly used short hand for a Medical Student in their first year. To connect with the Real Talk Podcast or record your story with us, head to https://realtalk.transistor.fm/ Intro music: "Honey and Milk" by The 126ers Outro music: "Poured" by Lauren Duski

Sep 15, 202013 min

Real Talk MS1 Edition – Abha's Story: This one's for the "gunners"

Abha’s story was recorded at a virtual Real Talk session this summer. MS1 is commonly used short hand for a Medical Student in their first year. To connect with the Real Talk Podcast or record your story with us, head to https://realtalk.transistor.fm/ Intro music: "Honey and Milk" by The 126ers Outro music: "Poured" by Lauren Duski

Sep 15, 202015 min

Tuan's Story: Hope in the heartbeats

Tuan’s story was recorded at a virtual Real Talk session this summer. Some patient details have been changed to protect their anonymity. To connect with the Real Talk Podcast or record your story with us, head to https://realtalk.transistor.fm/ Intro music: "Honey and Milk" by The 126ers

Aug 25, 202020 min

Real Talk with CA Bridge – Rose's Story: "I'm a grateful, recovering addict."

Struggling with drug use? Help is available TODAY. Start with the Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) national helpline for confidential, free help finding substance use treatment and information. Call: 1-800-662-HELP (1-800-662-4357) To find information on local needle/syringe exchange programs , search for your city on the North American Syringe Exchange Network . CA Bridge is a program of the Public Health Institute working to ensure that people with substance...

Aug 04, 202025 min

Real Talk with CA Bridge – Andrew’s Story: Just like Coltrane & Marley

To connect with the Real Talk Podcast or record your story with us, head to https://realtalk.transistor.fm/ The Real Talk with CA Bridge series was recorded during an online Real Talk session with the CA Bridge Program Team. CA Bridge is a program of the Public Health Institute working to ensure that people with substance use disorder receive 24/7 high-quality care in every California health system. CA Bridge integrates addiction treatment into standard medical practice, increasing access to tre...

Jul 28, 202016 min

Real Talk with CA Bridge – Arianna’s Story: That 'meth head' is my sister

To connect with the Real Talk Podcast or record your story with us, head to https://realtalk.transistor.fm/ The Real Talk with CA Bridge series was recorded during an online Real Talk session with the CA Bridge Program Team. CA Bridge is a program of the Public Health Institute working to ensure that people with substance use disorder receive 24/7 high-quality care in every California health system. CA Bridge integrates addiction treatment into standard medical practice, increasing access to tre...

Jul 21, 202012 min

Real Talk with CA Bridge – Hannah’s Story: For the guys at the Recycling Center

To connect with the Real Talk Podcast or record your story with us, head to https://realtalk.transistor.fm/ The Real Talk with CA Bridge series was recorded during an online Real Talk session with the CA Bridge Program Team. CA Bridge is a program of the Public Health Institute working to ensure that people with substance use disorder receive 24/7 high-quality care in every California health system. CA Bridge integrates addiction treatment into standard medical practice, increasing access to tre...

Jul 14, 202018 min

Real Talk LSU New Orleans — Brianna’s Story: The people who matter most

Brianna's story was recorded live at a Real Talk session with the residents from Louisiana State University's Spirit of Charity Emergency Medicine Residency program. For more information about LSU's NoLa EM program, visit https://www.nolaem.com/ . To connect with the Real Talk Podcast, record your story with us, or bring Real Talk to your residency program or hospital, get started at https://realtalk.transistor.fm/ Intro music: "Honey and Milk" by The 126ers...

Jun 30, 202018 min
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