The Podcast by KevinMD
Episodes
Unpacking the Faustian bargain of modern medicine
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Internal medicine physician Corinne Rao discusses the article, "The Faustian bargain of modern medicine." In this episode, Corinne explores the modern...
Improving type 1 diabetes screening awareness among women
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Board-certified pediatric endocrinologist, field medical director for type 1 diabetes immunology (T1D) at Sanofi, and T1D survivor Shara Bialo discuss...
Navigating long-term parental leave for fathers in medicine
09 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Neurohospitalist and clinical neurophysiologist Franklyn Rocha Cabrero discusses the article, "Missing prescription: long-term parental leave for fath...
How vague termination clauses can ruin a doctor's career
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Health law attorney Dennis Hursh discusses his article, "Doctors beware: How vague contracts put your job at risk," revealing how poorly defined termi...
How generative AI can transform cardiovascular disease prevention
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cardiology and preventive medicine fellow Anand Shah discusses his article, "The role generative AI can play in cardiovascular education for patients,...
How illegal cosmetic procedures are putting patients at risk
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Physician and author Kate Dee discusses her article, "Medspa madness: How illegal practices are putting patients in peril" and book, Med Spa Mayhem: T...
How poor doctor-patient communication leads to worse outcomes
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Family physician Pamela Buchanan discusses her article, "How poor communication is killing patients and burning out doctors," exploring the devastatin...
How to combat the rise of health care ransomware
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Health care executive Cecil Pineda discusses his article, "Under siege: the escalating ransomware crisis in health care," examining the alarming rise ...
Why physicians must uphold their oath in challenging times
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Janet A. Jokela, an infectious disease physician, discusses her article, "Doctors, grounded in our oath, must act now more than ever," reflecting on t...
How innovation can reduce disparities in cancer care
02 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Physician executive Shamar Young discusses his article, "Geographic disparities in advanced cancer care: a call for innovation," highlighting the unev...
How innovative partnerships are reshaping patient safety
01 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Physician executive Timothy McDonald discusses his article, "How innovative partnerships are transforming patient safety in health care," highlighting...
Emergency departments as primary care safety nets
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Family physician Pamela Buchanan discusses her article, "The ER doctor who became the new PCP." In this compelling conversation, Pamela explains her t...
Enhancing early language skills with focused attention
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pediatrician John D. Michael discusses his article, "How attention therapy transforms speech delay in young children." In this engaging conversation, ...
Tobacco tactics in modern cannabis marketing
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pediatrician Gary Kirkilas discusses his article, "Cannabis advertising takes a page from the tobacco playbook." In this conversation, Gary explains h...
Exploring the long-term impacts of physician suicide on patients and doctors
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Physician advocate Kim Downey and family physician Todd Otten discuss their article, "Long-term impacts of physician suicide on patients and doctors."...
Rethinking time management: Finding balance in a physician's life
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Family physician Laura Suttin discusses her KevinMD article, "An argument against time management." In this episode, Laura explores the pressures phys...
Why are only physicians prosecuted under HIPAA?
23 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Practicing internist and psychiatrist Muhamad Aly Rifai discusses his KevinMD article, "The criminal enforcement of HIPAA." In this episode, Muhamad d...
Navigating the complexities of at-home hormone tests
22 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fertility specialist Oluyemisi Famuyiwa discusses her KevinMD article, "The rise of at-home hormone tests: a double-edged sword for patients." In this...
Innovative training strategies to reduce physician burnout
21 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Orthopedic surgeon Yoshihiro Katsuura discusses his KevinMD article, "It's not a normal job, folks: How 3 elemental forces of reality shape the profes...
Enhancing physician practice with strategic AI tools
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dermatologist Michael Sherling discusses his KevinMD article, "Where physicians need to implement AI first." In this episode, Michael examines the pot...
Enhancing vaccine uptake for pan-respiratory viruses
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pediatrician Christina Suh discusses the KevinMD article, "More than just the flu: Helping families and doctors prepare for pan-respiratory viruses." ...
Balancing technology and personal care in modern health care
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Emergency physician Drew Remignanti discusses his KevinMD article, "High tech should not replace high talk and high touch in health care." In this epi...
Managing litigation and medical malpractice stress
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Psychotherapist and litigation stress coach Gail Fiore discusses her KevinMD article, "Recognizing and addressing medical malpractice stress syndrome ...
Exploring the rapid impact of AI on modern medicine
16 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Internal medicine physician Melvin Speisman discusses his KevinMD article, "How AI is transforming medicine faster than ever before." In this episode,...
Understanding social credit scores in health care enforcement
15 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Internal medicine physician and psychiatrist Muhamad Aly Rifai discusses the KevinMD article "The role of social credit scores in the enforcement of h...
Strategies to reduce EHR burden for women in medicine
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Internal medicine physician and physician coach Diane W. Shannon discusses her KevinMD article, "Why women doctors spend more time on EHRs and what it...
Supporting family caregivers: insights from a rare medical crisis
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Scott Bane, senior program officer, discusses his KevinMD article, "How a family caregiver saved my life during a rare medical crisis." He explores th...
Auto-brewery syndrome: Navigating diagnosis and advocacy
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nurse researcher Barbara Cordell discusses her KevinMD article, "My husband's rare drunken disease made me an international advocate." She explores th...
Understanding the testosterone surge: risks, trends, and solutions in men's health
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Internal medicine physician Scott Selinger discusses his KevinMD article, "The testosterone surge: Are men chasing solutions or creating new risks?", ...
How the ARISE model transforms feedback into professional growth
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alicia DiGiammarino, an expert in health professions education innovation and research, discusses her KevinMD article, "Transform feedback into growth...
How physicians can address pain and recovery with empathy and resilience
09 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Amelia Bueche, an osteopathic physician, discusses her KevinMD article, "This perspective will change how physicians address pain and recovery." Ameli...
Transforming dementia care with better detection tools
08 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Neuroscientist Adrian Owen discusses his KevinMD article, "A wake-up call for dementia detection: the urgent need for precision tools across health ca...
Physician suicide: Understanding the silent epidemic and finding solutions
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Muhamad Aly Rifai, a psychiatrist, discusses his KevinMD article "Physician suicide: Addressing the silent epidemic." In this episode, Muhamad delves ...
Marijuana's hidden threat to fertility and family planning
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fertility specialist Oluyemisi Famuyiwa discusses her KevinMD article, "Why is no one listening? The urgent impact of marijuana on fertility." In this...
Breaking free from perfectionism: a healing journey
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jillian Rigert, an oral medicine specialist and radiation oncology research fellow, discusses her KevinMD article, "Is perfectionism something to stri...
How to excel in dermatology residency: a program coordinator's guide
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A dermatology program coordinator, Christina Iwanik, discusses the KevinMD article, "Ways that one can succeed in dermatology residency: words of wisd...
Why the U.S. health care system is failing and how to fix it
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Featuring cardiologist Mark Goldfarb, who discusses his KevinMD article "Why the U.S. health care system is failing patients—what every American sho...
Reversing the rise in antipsychotic prescriptions in long-term care
02 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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-te...
Debt and despair: Navigating medical training challenges
01 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A medical student, Janet Constance Coleman-Belin, discusses her KevinMD article "The hidden cost of medical training: debt, depression, and despair." ...
How empathy transformed a psychiatrist-patient encounter
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, psychiatrist Chika Oriuwa discusses her KevinMD article, "How a psychiatrist rebuilt trust with a patient in crisis." She also reflec...
Chadwick Boseman's cancer battle reveals urgent need for personalized screenings
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Arnold Eiser, an internal medicine physician and author, discusses his KevinMD article, "What Chadwick Boseman's death reveals about cancer prevention...
Telepsychiatry's role in a post-pandemic world: challenges and triumphs
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Muhamad Aly Rifai shares his journey as an early advocate for telepsychiatry, highlighting its role in addressing the U.S. mental health crisis and pr...
How artificial intelligence is transforming medicine
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Janet A. Jokela discusses the profound impact of artificial intelligence in health care, exploring how AI is reshaping clinical decision-making, reduc...
When "do no harm" falls short: a pediatrician's plea for long COVID care
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Navigating the uncharted waters of long COVID in children, Elham Raker shares a deeply personal journey of advocating for her daughter's health while ...
From the waiting room to billing: How small changes improve patient care
26 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Denise Reich shares powerful insights as a patient advocate, highlighting the importance of front desk staff, accessibility, accurate billing practice...
What early retirement taught me about burnout and purpose
25 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Susan Landers shares her heartfelt journey as a neonatologist navigating the challenges of burnout, the rewards of practicing medicine, and the comple...
How the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan transforms health care
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Whorley, a health care executive, dives into the groundbreaking Medicare Prescription Payment Plan (MPPP), exploring its potential to revolution...
How integrative medicine saved a family doctor
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jeffrey Gladd shares his transformative journey from burnout to a thriving career in integrative medicine. Discover how shifting from treating symptom...
How to use biomarkers to boost your healthspan and longevity
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, John Thomson Smith, a physician executive, explores the science of longevity and the critical role of healthspan in living a vibrant ...
How sleep affects your fertility and boosts reproductive success
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We dive into the powerful connection between sleep and fertility with guest Oluyemisi Famuyiwa, a fertility specialist. Discover how sleep impacts rep...
How postmortem brain research is changing autism science
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We explore the groundbreaking efforts to advance autism research through postmortem brain tissue donation with David G. Amaral, professor of psychiatr...
How to find your purpose in a joyful way
19 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Jordan Grumet, internal medicine physician and host of the Earn & Invest Podcast, as we explore insights fr...
How to set boundaries and rediscover purpose in health care
18 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We dive into the critical issue of physician burnout and the challenges facing primary care providers with family physician Santina Wheat. Discover pr...
Redesigning shift work to improve patient care and well-being
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join emergency physician Maureen Gibbons as they explore the concept of rethinking shift work in health care. They discuss how distributing shifts amo...
How physicians can turn their income into long-term wealth
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We dive into the critical yet often overlooked topic of wealth-building for physicians. Guest Amir Baluch, an anesthesiologist and financial expert, s...
Breaking the emotional flatline: Reclaiming empathy in medicine
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we explore the emotional toll of high-stakes health care with physician, speaker, and thought leader Pamela Buchanan. Discover her insights...
Rewriting the narrative on stress, burnout, and resilience
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Radiologist Robyn Tiger shares her journey from childhood tragedy to a career dedicated to healing and self-discovery. Robyn recounts how the loss of ...
Patient safety in focus: Helping to address risk factors associated with non-ventilator hospital-acquired pneumonia
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special sponsored episode, we explore the critical issue of non-ventilator hospital-acquired pneumonia (NV-HAP), the most common hospital-acqu...
How a network of changemakers is revolutionizing health care
12 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for an inspiring conversation on transforming health care with Kim Downey, a physician advocate and physical therapist; Dawn Ellison, an emerg...
How health care boards can transform organizational culture and workforce development
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the critical role of health care boards in shaping organizational culture, workforce development, and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belong...
How to make life-and-death decisions with confidence
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We explore the high-stakes world of life-and-death decisions in medicine with William O. Collins, an otolaryngologist and airway surgeon. Drawing from...
Why older adults are skipping doctor visits and how we can change it
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we explore the challenges of health care non-compliance among older adults with gerontologist Michael Pessman. We discuss the underlying fa...
Strategies for patient-centered and employee-focused care
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Strategies for patient-centered and employee-focused care In this special sponsored episode, we welcome Jennifer Baron, chief experience officer at NR...
How cognitive biases are sabotaging your wealth-building efforts
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we explore the hidden pitfalls of behavioral finance with financial planner Shane Tenny. Discover how cognitive biases like overconfidence,...
Why stress and trauma are at the heart of autoimmune diseases
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we dive into the complexities of autoimmune diseases with family physician Pamela Buchanan. Discover the profound connections between chron...
How a unified agreement could help the preceptor shortage
05 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss the transformative potential of a standardized affiliation agreement (SAA) in nurse practitioner education with Lynn McComas, CEO and found...
Why we need to talk about poop more often
04 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We explore the often-overlooked world of bowel health with colorectal surgeon Carmen Fong. Carmen shares her journey into this specialty, the stigma s...
Why data-driven telehealth is the key to solving the mental health crisis
03 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The state of mental health care in the U.S. is at a crossroads, with telehealth prescription waivers set to expire and millions of Americans left with...
Sobriety is the ultimate superpower for overcoming life's challenges
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We dive into the transformative power of recovery with Courtney Barrows McKeown, a surgeon who shares her journey of sobriety and resilience. From nav...
Why professionalism in health care shouldn't depend on appearance
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with neurologist Lealani Mae Acosta to explore the intersection of beauty standards, professionalism, and gender disparit...
Telehealth under threat: Why Congress must act to save Medicare coverage
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a conversation with patient advocate Stephanie Marcovici as we explore the potential rollback of Medicare telehealth coverage in 2025. Ste...
How gratitude can reshape health care during uncertain times
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can gratitude guide health care professionals in navigating political uncertainty, misinformation, and the challenges of post-election transitions...
Understanding alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency: What you need to know
29 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special sponsored episode, Dr. Thomas Ardiles, a pulmonary and critical care physician and medical director with Grifols, breaks down everythi...
How to rebuild trust in health care and improve patient outcomes
28 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the decline in trust within the U.S. health care system and discuss actionable strategies to rebuild it. Matthew Sherrer, ...
Why ADHD diagnosis in adults is often overlooked
27 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the complexities of adult ADHD with Muhamad Aly Rifai, a practicing internist and psychiatrist. This episode dives into the evolving understan...
How workplace civility can transform health care and save lives
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the critical role of civility in health care with insights from Matthew Sherrer, associate professor and director of care team collaboration a...
How payment models shape your doctor's decisions
25 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, family physician Jonathan Staloff and internal medicine physician Joseph H. Joo join us to discuss the challenges and opportunities i...
Extracorporeal CPR: the next evolution of cardiac arrest care
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join critical care physician Jon Marinaro as we explore the transformative potential of extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) in revolut...
A framework to deliver higher-value care
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we dive into the Healthcare Incentives Framework with internal medicine physician and health policy researcher Taylor J. Christensen. Disco...
Can AI medical scribes solve clinician burnout?
22 Dec 2024
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Join us as we delve into the transformative potential of AI medical scribes in health care with family nurse practitioner Erica Dorn. Discover how thi...
How early intervention changes the game for children with developmental delays
21 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We explore the critical role of early intervention programs in supporting children with developmental delays. Pediatrician Maria Mba Wright shares ins...
Lessons in career sustainability: Why self-care is the key to success
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're joined by Diane W. Shannon, an internal medicine physician and physician coach, to explore the hard lessons of career sustainability and the imp...
How conflict in Sudan is impacting women and children
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we talk with Gillian Burkhardt, an obstetrician-gynecology physician currently on assignment with Doctors Without Borders in South Darfur. ...
How expert witness work can transform your career and life
18 Dec 2024
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We speak with Gretchen E. Green, a radiologist and expert witness, about her journey from full-time clinical practice to building a fulfilling career ...
Overcoming social anxiety: insights into trauma, perfectionism, and therapy
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We explore the complexities of social anxiety with renowned psychotherapist Jonathan Berent. We delve into two contrasting cases: a high-achieving phy...
Strategies to reduce costly hospital readmissions and improve patient care
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We explore the pressing issue of hospital readmissions and their significant impact on health outcomes and financial strain within the health care sys...
Why failure should be part of every doctor's story
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We sit down with medical student Ashley McCray to explore the powerful lessons learned from failure and the resilience it builds. Ashley shares her pe...
How the Olympic spirit can transform diabetes care
14 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we sit down with Gary Marc Rothenberg, a podiatrist, to explore the unique connections between Olympic-level perseverance and the day-to-da...
How burnout sneaks up on health care professionals
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Devina Wadhwa, a psychiatrist, shares her personal journey through burnout and the challenges of navigating systemic pressures in health care. From re...
How primary care could transform our health system
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for an insightful conversation with emergency physician Drew Remignanti as we explore the complexities of transitioning to Medicare for all. W...
How Medicaid expansion could transform health care in Georgia
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for an insightful conversation with Brendan Pulsifer, a medical student, as we explore the realities of practicing medicine in Georgia, recent...
How emotional intelligence turns medical challenges into opportunities
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for an insightful conversation with Ben Reinking, a board-certified pediatric cardiologist, medical educator, and certified physician developm...
How technology can free up nurses for better care
09 Dec 2024
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We explore the evolving landscape of health care data management with nurse executive Betsy Castillo. Drawing on her decades of experience, Betsy disc...
Why medical training is pushing residents to their breaking point
08 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We sit down with medical student Medha Venigalla to explore the urgent issue of resident sleep deprivation and its impact on health care. We discuss t...
Bitcoin $100K: a game-changer for physicians' financial freedom?
07 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as emergency physician and digital asset consultant Noah Kaufman dives into the evolving role of Bitcoin in investment strategies. From its ea...
Faster sepsis diagnosis in emergency departments
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We sit down with pulmonary and critical care physicians Tonya Jagneaux and Hollis O'Neal to explore the complex challenges emergency departments face ...
Physician compensation secrets: 2024 MGMA DataDive insights
05 Dec 2024
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Join us in this insightful episode as we delve into the 2024 MGMA DataDive, the gold standard for physician compensation data. Our guest, Jon Appino, ...
Why rapid weight loss drugs may not be the health solution they seem
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us in this episode as we talk with health reporter Martha Rosenberg about the complex dynamics behind obesity, junk food advertising, and the sur...
When empathy is found in unexpected places
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We delve into the powerful narrative of patient vulnerability and resilience. Our guest, writer Rachel Litchman, shares her deeply personal experience...
How to conquer the devils of modern medicine for a longer, happier life
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cardiologist P. Albert Chan shares critical insights into the importance of preventive care and a holistic approach to longevity and happiness. Drawin...