The Podcast by KevinMD

Wrongful prolongation of life: a growing concern in the health care system

04 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we sit down with patient advocate Althea Halchuck to discuss the importance of advance directives in end-of-life care. We delve into ...

Become your own health advocate: Navigating the doctor shortage

03 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Ann M. Hester, a board-certified internal medicine physician, dives into the perfect storm brewing in the U.S. health care system and...

Navigating the complexities of academic medicine contracts

02 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us on this episode, where we welcome Dennis Hursh, a physician contract lawyer, to discuss the ins and outs of academic physician employment agre...

TikTok takeover: How social media consumed my life

01 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us on this episode, where we welcome Brian Boxer Wachler, an ophthalmologist and author of Influenced: The Impact of Social Media on Our Percepti...

Reducing burnout and improving patient care with ambient clinical intelligence

28 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this special sponsored episode, we're discussing how ambient clinical intelligence can improve patient care and reduce clinician burnout. Our spons...

Navigating the ethical minefield of assisted suicide

27 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we delve into the controversial topic of assisted suicide with our guest, Nicholas S. Tito, a medical student. This thought-provoking episo...

Telehealth takes the stage: How virtual visits are revolutionizing health care

26 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for an insightful conversation with Lyle Berkowitz, a physician executive, as he discusses the growing trend of telehealth and its impact on p...

Unlocking the power of gratitude

25 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us on this episode as we explore the power of gratitude with Cindy Tsai, an internal medicine physician. We all hear about the benefits of gratit...

Moving beyond weight-centered approaches in childhood obesity

24 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we sit down with guest Wendy Schofer, a pediatrician, to discuss the current state of childhood obesity and the need for a change in ...

From CV to career: How to enhance your medical portfolio

23 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we're talking about how to stand out from the crowd in a competitive job market for physicians. Our guests, Aaron Morgenstein, a boar...

Certified, but denied: the impact of board certification on patient care

22 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we're joined by Emmanuel K. Konstantakos, an orthopedic surgeon, and Jeff Morris, an attorney and CEO the of American Board of Physic...

Why biosimilars matter: insights from a health care leader

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this special sponsored episode, we focus on biosimilar medications and how they can benefit patients. I'm joined by Tim de Gavre, the VP and chief ...

Breaking the stigma: Making HIV and COVID screening routine in primary care

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we welcome clinical research assistant professor, Maranda C. Ward, to discuss the importance of routine screening for both HIV and CO...

Chris Hemsworth and personalized medicine: How genetic testing can impact your health

19 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're discussing the news about actor Chris Hemsworth and his genetic test results. Hemsworth announced that he is taking a break from acting a...

Navigating complex medical issues: one family's story of advocacy and hope

18 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we have a special guest, Laura Fernando, a patient advocate, who shares her heart-wrenching story of her daughter Lily's medical jour...

Breaking the communication barrier: a survival guide for doctors, nurses, and patients

17 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we sit down with attorney and author Michael J. Grace to discuss his book, The Mumbo Jumbo Fix: A Survival Guide for Effective Doctor...

Don't fall for the Medicare Advantage hype: the realities of coverage for low-income enrollees

16 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're joined by Aniyizhai Annamalai, an internal medicine-psychiatry physician. Dr. Annamalai's patients are mostly indigent, not employed due to disa...

Empowering Type 2 diabetes patients with innovative insulin management tools

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our guest today is James Malone, an endocrinologist and health care executive with over 30 years of experience in the field of diabetes. James has see...

Navigating institutional betrayal in health care

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we're joined by Susan MacLellan-Tobert, a pediatric cardiologist, to discuss the issue of institutional betrayal in health care. The ...

How can a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease help patients and their families?

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this special sponsored episode, we explore the importance of identifying Alzheimer's disease early. Our guests will be neurologist Andrew E. Budson...

Beyond the physical: How hand injuries affect identity and expression

12 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we're joined by Peter T. Hetzler, a plastic and reconstructive surgeon, to discuss the importance of the hand in human identity and e...

Opioid addiction: Understanding the risk factors with a predictive model

11 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we're discussing the opioid epidemic and its impact on our society. Our guest is Gary Call, a family physician, who shares the emotio...

Health care's future with ChatGPT: Exploring the potential of AI in medicine

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we are joined by Harvey Castro, a physician, health care consultant, and serial entrepreneur, to discuss the exciting potential of th...

Why being a perfectionist can be good for patient care

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we welcome Scott Abramson, a neurologist with over 40 years of experience in the field. We discuss the topic of perfectionism in the ...

How female physicians are changing the game for women entrepreneurs

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we have Samantha Lai, a medical student as our guest. She will discuss the disparity in venture capital investment for startups led b...

How occupational therapy can help the anxiety epidemic

08 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we have Taylor Gurley, a professor of occupational therapy as our guest. She will be discussing the new recommendation by the United ...

Leading through burnout: How health care executives can address burnout in the workplace

07 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we welcome Nicola F. De Paul, a clinical psychologist and health systems leadership consultant. Together, we dive into the topic of b...

How an eye for detail can save lives

06 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we talk to Claire Unis. She reflects on her experiences as a pediatrician and how small moments of contentment and satisfaction, like...

Improving the physician-nurse relationship: insider tips from a physician advisor

05 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we dive into the physician-nurse relationship and explore the different communication styles and preferences of physicians. Our guest...

Investing in real estate syndications: Is it right for you?

04 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we are joined by Harry Nima Zegarra, a critical care physician, as we dive into the world of real estate syndications. This type of g...

How direct primary care can revolutionize health care

03 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The U.S. health care system ranks poorly among high-income countries, but the direct primary care (DPC) model offers a potential solution. In this mod...

Uncovering the hidden struggles of NYC nurses: an insider's perspective

02 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Molly M. Murray, a physician assistant, shares her personal experiences of working alongside nurses who are overworked and undervalue...

Navigating the health care system as a chronic patient and physician

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we talk to Holly MacKenna, an integrative psychiatrist, about her experience as a chronic patient in the health care system. Holly sh...

Pain management beyond prescription pills

31 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we welcome Cindy Perlin, a licensed clinical social worker and chronic pain survivor, to discuss the ongoing issue of prescription pa...

A physician's journey with COVID-19: reflections on mental coping mechanisms and seeking care

30 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we hear from Alen Voskanian, a palliative care physician, who shares his personal experience with COVID-19. Dr. Voskanian reflects on...

Innovative strategies for managing disruptive behaviors in health care settings

29 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us on our latest episode as we explore the importance of addressing violent behaviors in health care settings. We'll be discussing the role of Be...

Missed signs: a doctor's reflection on depression

28 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, interventional physiatrist Francisco M. Torres shares a poignant story about missing the signs of depression in a patient. He reflect...

Navigating the emotional impact of a medical malpractice lawsuit

27 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore the emotional impact of medical malpractice lawsuits on physicians and how they can navigate the process. Attorney Christi...

Life, death, and the balance in between: a cardiac anesthesiologist's story

26 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

David Alfery is a cardiac anesthesiologist who shares his experiences in the operating room and intensive care unit. In this discussion, he reflects o...

Improving cancer care through integrated care

25 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we will be discussing the role of health system specialty pharmacies in improving patient outcomes. Our guest, Chelsey Lindner, is a ...

Discover the reality of living with hidradenitis suppurativa

24 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we speak with Christopher Sayed, a dermatologist who has dedicated his career to studying and treating hidradenitis suppurativa (HS)....

When the doctor's advice isn't enough: a caregiver's perspective

23 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Nancie Wiseman Attwater discusses her husband Bill's struggle with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Despite the doctor's advice to chan...

90 days and counting: the uncertainty of being an employed physician

22 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the world of medicine, job security is not a given. In this episode, we speak with Aaron Morgenstein, an orthopedic surgeon who discusses the chall...

End-of-life choices: Why Medicare needs to change

21 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

End-of-life care is a crucial and often overlooked aspect of health care. In this episode, we speak with Kevin Haselhorst, an emergency physician and ...

Finding strength in adversity: lessons from a health care worker

20 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When disaster strikes, it can change our perspectives and priorities in life. In this episode, we speak with Linda Munroe, a nurse practitioner who sh...

Balancing patient care and bureaucracy

19 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Susan Walker, a pediatrician, shares her experiences and insights into the demands placed on doctors, and how these demands can somet...

Creating a trauma-informed society: the role of government policy in reducing adverse childhood experiences

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we speak with Ariane Marie-Mitchell, a preventive medicine physician who discusses the impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)...

Healing hearts: the power of authentic connection in medicine

17 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we speak with Elizabeth LaRusso, a psychiatrist who shares her experiences and insights on the importance of cultivating meaningful c...

Finding purpose: How physicians can craft meaningful careers in medicine

16 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we speak with David Danhauer, a seasoned pediatrician and former CMIO. Throughout his career, he has had the opportunity to gain a we...

How people of faith can respond to our broken health system

15 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we speak with G. Scott Morris, a physician and ordained minister who has dedicated his career to treating patients with chronic condi...

A physician shows incredible strength and resilience in an emotional moment

14 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we follow Houda Bouhmam, a radiology resident, as she struggles to deliver the devastating news to a patient that there is no cure fo...

Why body type standards are misleading in assessing health

13 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore the concept of normal weight obesity and skinny fat with scientific researcher Marc Nelson. Marc discusses how genetics, d...

Physicians' real problem isn't burnout

12 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"Let's ask which elements of our system support this and promote and enhance those elements. If anything takes time or focus away from the main princi...

Who are we losing on the medical education journey?

11 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"My hope for the future is to see a health care workforce that matches the diversity of the communities it serves. As we continue to push for health e...

Why physicians should go on a retreat

10 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"The retreat offered me the opportunity to see that I want more time (don't we all) to connect with quiet, peace, and loved ones. I want to embody lov...

What being a hospice volunteer taught me about health care

09 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"The finality of death is a powerful teacher. For some patients, being diagnosed with a terminal illness is an experience that lends a tremendous shif...

Ensuring equitable, quality treatment in Black and marginalized people

08 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"For Black patients—or any member of any marginalized group—to ensure you receive equitable and equal treatment, it is important to advocate for y...

Let's focus more on caring, rather than coding

07 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"With the shift to value-based care models, it will be more important than ever to give clinicians a diagnostically focused view for each patient and ...

Absent-Father Syndrome: Overcoming the trauma of a fatherless childhood

06 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"My father's struggle to exist as a father after getting married was evident. But at the same time, the birth of his children changed his world foreve...

How a positive staff helped an uncertain hospital stay

05 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"Hospitals and health systems should bolster the skills of care teams through education to improve patient outcomes by minimizing variations in obstet...

Treating rare, multi-system illnesses

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"If patients had an accurate diagnosis and their physicians knew the root of their illness and could treat it effectively, then the medical care costs...

Why the internet of things (IoT) must pivot to achieve health care potential

03 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"In many ways, internet of things (IoT) is a double-edged sword: connected devices are capturing huge volumes and varieties of data that can be mined ...

Secrets from a physician-entrepreneur

02 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"Health care has changed dramatically in the last decades, from the introduction of electronic medical records to the COVID-19 pandemic serving as a c...

A physician's passion for obstetrics-gynecology

01 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"As trainees, we have unpredictable schedules. Sometimes we work days; others, we work long nights. As the weekends come by, my best friend inevitably...

Leadership lessons from Mayo Clinic

31 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"In the emergency department I treat patients based upon my expert judgment. I can explain to you the sensitivities and specificities of the tests I o...

KevinMD interview by Cory Calendine, MD

30 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this special episode, I'm on the other side of the microphone. It's an honor to be interviewed by Cory Calendine, MD, an orthopedic surgeon with a ...

EMDR therapy's transformative power

29 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) therapy kicked off my personal transformation from a self-absorbed workaholic in an industry of ...

A medical lifeline for the aging male

28 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"It seems too good to be true, but it is: physical activity improves every health outcome we can name. Note that some of those benefits arrive in the ...

A national strategy on hunger, nutrition, and health

27 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"I acknowledge that many problems currently plague our country. However, hunger, food insecurity, and poor health are national priorities that require...

A physician's postpartum depression

26 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"I may be practicing the art of repression and washing myself of any speck of contamination that would take me back to the state from which I have com...

Building individual health equity

25 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"Building individual health equity starts with a commitment to price transparency.  The current system favors a broader, value-based model that does ...

Being a physician and a son at the same time

24 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"As we continue this journey as a family in what will likely be an even more challenging six months ahead, the last six months have provided lifelong ...

26 hours in a day: the impossible math of providing quality care

23 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"Until I have dedicated time during the week to tend to administrative tasks, I must work 12 to 14 hours most days just to stay afloat. If I fail to w...

Coaching or mentorship: What is the solution for physicians?

22 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"Over the years, I have mentored a lot of trainees. After discovering coaching and seeing my career transform after I started working with a coach, I ...

Wisdom from 50 years a doctor

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"This last doctor was also the happiest doctor I have ever met. He was not a youngster but had a wonderful following of patients and was loved by the ...

Physician contract horror stories

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"As a physicians' attorney who focuses his practice on physician contract review, I have seen some truly horrendous results after physicians have sign...

When doctors develop [patient] portal hypertension

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"Physicians today are confronting yet another epidemic, one that affects doctors directly and is not caused by a virus. It is the result of the 'patie...

Primary Care 2.0: new thinking and practice redesign

18 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"When my colleagues and I visited high-performing primary care clinics across the country, we sought insights to inform a new model for providing the ...

Physicians with mental illness shouldn't hide

17 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"Doctors with mental illness don't need more suicide awareness — we're aware. And we don't need confidential treatment opportunities. What we need i...

What does it mean to truly be an ally?

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"We can all work to improve our empathy towards those who differ from us. Please continue to keep an open mind and consider true allyship." Nkem Asian...

Nutrition's impact on pain and obesity

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"Both pain and obesity can have a multitude of causes. Therefore, reducing pain and body weight should be approached in a multifactorial way; nutritio...

Why Black and brown kids are falling through the cracks

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"Our primary care systems should be designed for all the kids and families they are intended to serve. Incorporating system navigators to support the ...

You need to ask these questions to teens starting hormone therapy

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"A good history and physical, including screening, can prevent consequences that burden a patient's daily life and increase health care costs. Assessi...

What my 10 year old is teaching me about boundaries

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"You are worthy of your own boundaries. You are worthy of protecting what matters to you. Get clear about them. The time to start is now. You deserve ...

Every physician should own a timeshare

11 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"If you are a physician, don't fall for the tall tales you have heard from people who do not know how to use their timeshare or were never good candid...

All I ever wanted to be was a nurse

10 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"The hospital ripped my passion for nursing away from me on Thursday. All I've ever wanted to be was a nurse. I have no faith in any hospital leaders ...

An empowered woman's guide to better health

09 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"Women rely on the internet more heavily than men do to understand health concerns, engage with others about health, and use technology to support hea...

A personal mission to get obese patients on GLP-1 agonists

08 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"Obesity is not the consequence of bad behaviors it is a disease that finally has effective, safe, lasting treatments. Patients with obesity have been...

Leading an organizational culture change? Consider an apology first.

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"While patients, the workforce, and key outcomes are way better off in a culture of safety, the process from toxic to healthy culture requires a chall...

How women manage and mismanage their health

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"Shame has no place in illness or in health. The first step to eradicating shame is to openly speak up about symptoms and concerns and for health care...

When should you consider a Caribbean medical school?

05 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"If we want to achieve a physician workforce that mirrors our population, medical schools must collectively understand that we have created an admissi...

What you need to know about sensory processing disorders

04 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"Understanding and recognizing sensory processing issues may help improve functioning and quality of life for many individuals, starting with children...

Bulletproof backpacks: There's more we can do

03 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"As a parent of elementary school children, every mass shooting, particularly ones killing school children like in Uvalde, jolts my doing-the-mom-thin...

Preventing prostate cancer with simple, proactive choices

02 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"You have the power to make healthier choices to reduce your risk for prostate cancer. While things like genetics are out of your control, there is a ...

Time constraints in physical therapy

01 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"Picture this. A patient in a hospital or rehab facility has just finished exercising with therapy. He is thirsty, and he thinks he might as well ask ...

Effective doctors need to be challenged

30 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"Empathy, intelligence, and commitment are crucial traits every doctor must have to succeed. However, there is one trait that stands above the rest. O...

Let doctors in recovery be able to recover their careers

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"During addiction, the brain becomes 'hijacked,' which then 'exaggerates the need for the drug and minimizes the dangers associated with the use of th...

A physician's remedy for stress, anxiety, depression, and burnout

28 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"My own burnout episode forced me into some heavy-duty soul-searching and serious reflection. I got lost in the world of seeing as many patients as po...

What anticipatory grief feels like

27 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"I experienced many deaths when I was a nurse, from babies, kids, young adults, the elderly, and my own family. It was always heartbreaking, but I fou...

Opioid-free orthopedic surgery

26 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"How do we manage this? All patients meet with the physical therapist before surgery and within two days after surgery. They use transcutaneous electr...