Internal medicine physician and physician coach Diane W. Shannon discusses her KevinMD article, " Why women doctors spend more time on EHRs and what it means for patient care ." She explores key points such as the increased time women physicians spend on electronic health records, the impact on patient care, the complexities behind EHR usage differences, and offers actionable takeaways including improved team-based care, better processes for handling patient communication, adjusting compensation...
Feb 14, 2025•17 min
Scott Bane, senior program officer, discusses his KevinMD article, " How a family caregiver saved my life during a rare medical crisis ." He explores the challenges and triumphs of family caregiving, and the impact of federal policies like the RAISE Act and shares actionable strategies for supporting caregivers in the U.S. Scott provides insights into navigating the health care system and advocates for better resources and support for millions of family caregivers. Our presenting sponsor is DAX ...
Feb 13, 2025•17 min
Nurse researcher Barbara Cordell discusses her KevinMD article, " My husband’s rare drunken disease made me an international advocate ." She explores the complexities of auto-brewery syndrome, including diagnosis challenges, treatment options, and the importance of advocacy for those affected. Key topics include the role of the gut microbiome, the risks of misdiagnosis, and effective strategies for managing the condition. Barbara shares actionable takeaways for health care providers and individu...
Feb 12, 2025•18 min
Internal medicine physician Scott Selinger discusses his KevinMD article, “ The testosterone surge: Are men chasing solutions or creating new risks? ”, delving into the rise of testosterone therapy, its trends, and associated risks. Scott highlights findings from recent studies, addressing the shift in demographics using testosterone therapy, safety concerns with injectables, and the rise of virtual clinics. He explores how societal pressures and delayed health-seeking behavior influence men’s h...
Feb 11, 2025•23 min
Alicia DiGiammarino, an expert in health professions education innovation and research, discusses her KevinMD article, " Transform feedback into growth with the ARISE model ." Alicia explores how the ARISE model—Ask, Receive, Interpret, Set next steps, and Express gratitude—provides a structured approach to receiving and applying feedback effectively. She highlights the psychological barriers like the amygdala hijack that make feedback challenging and offers actionable strategies to navigate the...
Feb 10, 2025•15 min
Amelia Bueche, an osteopathic physician, discusses her KevinMD article, " This perspective will change how physicians address pain and recovery ." Amelia explores the interconnectedness of trauma, pain, and recovery, emphasizing the importance of addressing pain's root causes on physical, mental, and emotional levels. She shares her personal journey of overcoming substance use, injury, and career challenges to embrace transformation and self-compassion. Key topics include the stigma of substance...
Feb 09, 2025•16 min
Neuroscientist Adrian Owen discusses his KevinMD article, " A wake-up call for dementia detection: the urgent need for precision tools across health care ." Adrian highlights the alarming rate of dementia diagnoses worldwide and examines the shortcomings of outdated detection tools like MMSE, SLUMS, and MoCA. He emphasizes the need for innovative, digitally-enabled cognitive assessment tools to ensure early and accurate diagnoses. The conversation explores actionable strategies to integrate adva...
Feb 08, 2025•20 min
Muhamad Aly Rifai, a psychiatrist, discusses his KevinMD article " Physician suicide: Addressing the silent epidemic ." In this episode, Muhamad delves into the alarming rise in suicide rates among physicians, the pervasive stigma surrounding mental health in the medical community, and the unique risk factors that contribute to this crisis. He explores current trends and the impact of burnout, as well as effective interventions and strategies to support physician wellbeing. Listeners will gain a...
Feb 07, 2025•16 min
Fertility specialist Oluyemisi Famuyiwa discusses her KevinMD article, " Why is no one listening? The urgent impact of marijuana on fertility ." In this episode, Yemi explores the emerging concerns surrounding marijuana legalization and its effects on reproductive health, highlighting trends in usage, associated fertility risks, and potential solutions. Listeners will gain insights into the scientific evidence linking cannabis use to infertility, understand the long-term implications for couples...
Feb 06, 2025•15 min
Jillian Rigert, an oral medicine specialist and radiation oncology research fellow, discusses her KevinMD article, " Is perfectionism something to strive for or heal from? " Jillian explores the emotional toll of perfectionism, its connection to shame, and her journey toward self-compassion and healing. Drawing insights from Brené Brown's Atlas of the Heart, she shares how unprocessed shame shaped her perfectionist tendencies and the profound impact of letting go of rigid beliefs about achieveme...
Feb 05, 2025•19 min
A dermatology program coordinator, Christina Iwanik, discusses the KevinMD article, " Ways that one can succeed in dermatology residency: words of wisdom from a program coordinator ." She explores the importance of efficiently managing administrative tasks, staying proactive with surgical logs, and seeking supportive mentorship throughout residency. Christina also emphasizes building positive relationships with co-residents, using institutional resources to one’s advantage, and maintaining resil...
Feb 04, 2025•18 min
Featuring cardiologist Mark Goldfarb, who discusses his KevinMD article " Why the U.S. health care system is failing patients—what every American should know ." Mark sheds light on the realities of physician shortages, the pitfalls of overreliance on tests over physical exams, and the frustrating complexities of billing and insurance. He also highlights the importance of direct physician-to-physician communication, personalized patient care, and open dialogue to drive meaningful reform. Listener...
Feb 03, 2025•24 min
In this episode, we speak with family and long-term care physician Sid Feldman about the KevinMD article " Antipsychotic use has been rising in long-term care homes, but we can do something about it ." Sid shares how prescribing rates have surged to 24 percent in Canada, highlights the serious risks of antipsychotic medications, and emphasizes the importance of person-centered strategies. He also provides actionable ideas for addressing pain, encouraging staff education, and refocusing on holist...
Feb 02, 2025•17 min
A medical student, Janet Constance Coleman-Belin, discusses her KevinMD article " The hidden cost of medical training: debt, depression, and despair ." Janet explores the challenges of medical education, including exorbitant debt, mental health struggles, and institutional shortcomings. She highlights trends in burnout rates among U.S. medical professionals and offers solutions to bridge the gap between student needs and available support. Listeners will gain actionable insights on improving wel...
Feb 01, 2025•19 min
In this episode, psychiatrist Chika Oriuwa discusses her KevinMD article, " How a psychiatrist rebuilt trust with a patient in crisis ." She also reflects on her book Unlike the Rest: A Doctor's Story, sharing an emotionally charged encounter with a patient in crisis. Chika explores the challenges of racial bias in psychiatry and the power of empathy in rebuilding trust. She provides actionable strategies for health care providers to foster rapport, ensure equitable treatment, and advocate for s...
Jan 31, 2025•21 min
Arnold Eiser, an internal medicine physician and author, discusses his KevinMD article, " What Chadwick Boseman's death reveals about cancer prevention and risk factors ," examining how environmental toxins and systemic health inequities shaped the actor's battle with colorectal cancer. This episode explores the importance of personalized screenings, environmental history-taking in medical care, and actionable steps to address disparities in vulnerable communities. Learn how Boseman's story can ...
Jan 30, 2025•23 min
Muhamad Aly Rifai shares his journey as an early advocate for telepsychiatry, highlighting its role in addressing the U.S. mental health crisis and providing access to care in underserved areas. He delves into the obstacles posed by outdated regulations, the profound impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on telehealth adoption, and the ongoing battles with legal and administrative challenges. This episode unpacks the transformative power of telepsychiatry, its successes, and the urgent need for regula...
Jan 29, 2025•16 min
Janet A. Jokela discusses the profound impact of artificial intelligence in health care, exploring how AI is reshaping clinical decision-making, reducing physician burnout, and strengthening the patient-physician bond. She highlights the potential of AI to address health care inequities and ethical challenges, while also considering concerns about transparency, bias, and the future role of physicians. This conversation illuminates the balance between innovation and responsibility in the rapidly ...
Jan 28, 2025•21 min
Navigating the uncharted waters of long COVID in children, Elham Raker shares a deeply personal journey of advocating for her daughter’s health while questioning the medical system’s approach to chronic illness. This episode uncovers the challenges of limited resources, fragmented care, and the emotional toll on families. Together, we explore what it truly means to balance the principle of "do no harm" with the urgent need to act. Elham Raker is a pediatrician. She discusses the KevinMD article,...
Jan 27, 2025•20 min
Denise Reich shares powerful insights as a patient advocate, highlighting the importance of front desk staff, accessibility, accurate billing practices, and the impact of small changes on patient care. This episode dives into the disconnects between patient expectations and systemic practices and offers actionable steps to improve the overall patient experience. Denise Reich is a patient advocate. She discusses the KevinMD article, " 4 hacks to improve patient experience in your practice ." Our ...
Jan 26, 2025•21 min
Susan Landers shares her heartfelt journey as a neonatologist navigating the challenges of burnout, the rewards of practicing medicine, and the complex emotions surrounding early retirement. From her intimate experiences in the NICU to rediscovering purpose through hobbies, writing, and grandparenting, Susan's story offers valuable insights for health care professionals and working parents alike. Join this reflective conversation about resilience, fulfillment, and finding meaning beyond the stet...
Jan 25, 2025•20 min
Brian Whorley, a health care executive, dives into the groundbreaking Medicare Prescription Payment Plan (MPPP), exploring its potential to revolutionize medication adherence and patient outcomes. With 54 million beneficiaries eligible, this initiative promises to alleviate cost barriers, reduce hospital readmissions, and save billions annually. Join the conversation to learn how providers can play a pivotal role in ensuring patients benefit from this transformative program. Brian Whorley is a h...
Jan 24, 2025•19 min
Jeffrey Gladd shares his transformative journey from burnout to a thriving career in integrative medicine. Discover how shifting from treating symptoms to addressing whole-person care changed his life and practice. From battling burnout and personal health struggles to embracing nutrition, mindfulness, and movement, Jeffrey offers insights into creating a healthier, more balanced life—for physicians and patients alike. This episode uncovers the practical strategies and mindset shifts that empowe...
Jan 23, 2025•19 min
In this episode, John Thomson Smith, a physician executive, explores the science of longevity and the critical role of healthspan in living a vibrant life. They discuss how tracking key biomarkers, such as VO2 max, heart rate variability, and telomere length, can empower individuals and clinicians to make data-driven decisions that enhance both daily vitality and long-term health. Whether you’re a health care professional or a patient seeking to optimize your well-being, this conversation offers...
Jan 22, 2025•18 min
We dive into the powerful connection between sleep and fertility with guest Oluyemisi Famuyiwa, a fertility specialist. Discover how sleep impacts reproductive hormones, gamete quality, and the success of assisted reproductive technologies (ART). Learn actionable tips to improve sleep health, restore hormonal balance, and enhance fertility outcomes for both men and women. Oluyemisi (Yemi) Famuyiwa is a fertility specialist and founder, Montgomery Fertility Center . She discusses the KevinMD arti...
Jan 21, 2025•14 min
We explore the groundbreaking efforts to advance autism research through postmortem brain tissue donation with David G. Amaral, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences. Learn how brain donation provides unique insights into the biological causes of autism and its co-occurring conditions, and discover how families can play a pivotal role in transforming our understanding of neurodevelopmental disorders. David G. Amaral is a professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences. He discusses the...
Jan 20, 2025•23 min
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Jordan Grumet, internal medicine physician and host of the Earn & Invest Podcast, as we explore insights from his groundbreaking book, The Purpose Code: How to Unlock Meaning, Maximize Happiness, and Leave a Lasting Legacy. Discover the surprising truths about purpose, how to overcome purpose anxiety, and why small, meaningful goals can transform your life. Jordan Grumet is an internal medicine physician and host of the Earn & Invest Podcast . H...
Jan 19, 2025•24 min
We dive into the critical issue of physician burnout and the challenges facing primary care providers with family physician Santina Wheat. Discover practical strategies for reclaiming joy in medicine, setting boundaries, and rediscovering purpose amidst the demands of the health care system. From leveraging technology to cultivating positive relationships, we explore how small, intentional changes can make a significant difference in both personal and professional well-being. Santina Wheat is a ...
Jan 18, 2025•20 min
Join emergency physician Maureen Gibbons as they explore the concept of rethinking shift work in health care. They discuss how distributing shifts among multiple physicians can reduce burnout, enhance job satisfaction, and improve patient outcomes. Learn how aligning schedules with natural energy patterns and prioritizing seamless handoffs can create a healthier, more effective workplace for providers and patients alike. Maureen Gibbons has transitioned from a fulfilling career in emergency medi...
Jan 17, 2025•18 min
We dive into the critical yet often overlooked topic of wealth-building for physicians. Guest Amir Baluch, an anesthesiologist and financial expert, shares actionable strategies for diversifying investments, creating passive income streams, and leveraging high-earning potential to secure long-term financial stability. Amir Baluch is an anesthesiologist. He discusses the KevinMD article, " Leveraging your medical career for long-term wealth building ." Our presenting sponsor is DAX Copilot by Mic...
Jan 16, 2025•25 min
