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Integrated coaching in physician residency training

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We sit down with psychiatrist Lind Grant-Oyeye to explore the transformative power of integrated coaching in physician residency training. We delve in...

Responsibility, burnout, and self-care

07 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We welcome Mary Braun, an internal medicine physician. Mary shares her insights on how perceptions of responsibility for patient outcomes have evolved...

Finances in dual-doctor households

06 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for an insightful discussion on managing finances in dual high-income earner households, featuring Shane Tenny, a financial planner. In this e...

Strategies for sustainable practice growth

05 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We sit down with Marita McCahill, founder of a health care growth strategy consulting firm. In this interview, we explore the critical factors that in...

Disparities between physician and C-suite contracts

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, health care attorney Dennis Hursh delves into the contentious issue of executive compensation within the health care sector. With a c...

When physicians disagree with medical journals

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join infectious disease physician Sami El-Dalati as we delve into the complex issues surrounding medical literature and clinical guidelines. Sami shed...

Mental health support for teens

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We delve into the pressing issue of teenage mental health with undergraduate student Ruhi Saldanha. From discussing the need for mental health days in...

Disability insurance for doctors: Navigating long-term needs

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this sponsored episode, we welcome Shelby Heiser, an advisor with Pattern whose mission is to take care of doctors so they can have the peace of mi...

A surgeon's journey with Taylor Swift

31 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we sit down with Andrea L. Merrill, an assistant professor of surgery, to explore the powerful intersection of music and surgery. From her ...

Low-frequency ultrasound for pain relief

30 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We welcome L. Joseph Parker, a research physician, as we delve into a study that explores the potential of low-frequency ultrasound waves in pain mana...

Patient engagement: Can tech help?

29 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Joshua Reischer, a physician executive, as we delve into the complexities of modern health care delivery. Explore the challenges physicians face ...

Health care waste exposed

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are joined by Edward Hoffer, an internal medicine physician, to explore the alarming levels of waste plaguing the U.S. health care system. Together...

Physician scrutiny: legal challenges and career impact

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are joined by Ron Chapman II, a federal criminal defense attorney, who sheds light on the increased scrutiny that physicians are facing from regula...

Addressing physician workforce shortages

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join William E. Fox, chair-elect of the ACP Board of Regents, as we delve into the pressing issue of physician workforce shortages in primary care. Wi...

Improving care with AI-powered solutions

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this sponsored episode, we welcome Patrick McGill, a family physician and executive vice president and chief transformation officer at Community He...

Physician mental health: Breaking the silence

24 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Pediatric nephrologist Katherine Twombley opens up about her personal journey and her book, First Do No Harm: A Physician's Burnout and Mental Health ...

From misdiagnosis to advocacy

23 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We join Tami Burdick, a patient advocate and the author of Diagnosis Detective: Curing Granulomatous Mastitis. Tami's story is one of resilience, empo...

Navigating a medical school leave of absence

22 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We dive deep into the topic of taking a leave of absence from medical school with Stephanie E. Moss. Stephanie, a medical student who made the decisio...

Health care surges: the role of virtual care partnerships

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Lyle Berkowitz, a physician executive, as we explore the challenges faced by health systems during this time, from overcrowded emergency departme...

Intralymphatic immunotherapy and the future of allergy care

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Kara Wada, an adult and pediatric allergy and immunology physician. We'll delve into the world of allergy treatments, exploring the challenges fa...

Opioid prescribing, pain management, and patient advocacy

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We delve into the complexities of opioid prescribing, pain management, and the opioid crisis with our guest, Richard A. Lawhern. As a patient advocate...

Non-competes: Legal updates that give physicians options

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know that non-compete contracts in the health care industry are constantly evolving? Join family physician and entrepreneur Tod Stillson as we...

Postpartum depression: 40 years of insights

17 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We sit down with Alan Lindemann, an obstetrics-gynecology physician, to delve into the intricate world of postpartum depression (PPD). With over four ...

Redefining primary care: a holistic approach to well-being

16 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Preyasha Tuladhar, a family physician, as she shares her unique approach to primary care. She delves into the integration of biomedical, psychoso...

Bridging the gap between public perception and reality in health care

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we are joined by Sarah Smithson, an internal medicine physician, as we discuss the stark disparities between the experiences within c...

Understanding and addressing urinary incontinence

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We tackle the important topic of urinary incontinence with Sarah Boyles, a urogynecologist. Join us as we explore the often overlooked but impactful e...

Navigating the health system with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We sit down with Denise Reich, a patient advocate, to explore her journey of navigating the healthcare system with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS). Denis...

Exploring the benefits of Dry January for older adults

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We sit down with Michael Pessman, a gerontologist, to discuss the unique risks older adults face with alcohol consumption. We'll explore the enhanced ...

High-profile legal cases: social media's role in modern justice

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We explore the intersection of high-profile legal cases and social media with renowned psychiatrist and author Doug Bremner. In this episode, we'll be...

Prioritizing self-care for health care workers

10 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we sit down with general surgeon Scott Ellner to discuss evidence-based strategies aimed at improving the well-being of those on the front ...

Unlocking physician autonomy: the path to career freedom

09 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Tod Stillson, a family physician and entrepreneur, as he shares his journey from traditional hospital employment to forming a micro-corporation. ...

Health benefits under the microscope: What employers aren't telling you

08 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join ophthalmologist Paul Pender delves into the results of the annual KFF survey, focusing on employer attitudes towards employee satisfaction, the i...

Putting patients first: Safeguarding health care from AI risks

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this thought-provoking panel discussion, orthopedic surgeon Yoshihiro Katsuura and premedical students Kie Shidara, Maria Llose, and James Schmidt ...

Achieving internal balance and overcoming depression

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We sit down with clinical psychologist Faust Ruggiero to delve into the transformative insights from his book, The Fix Your Depression Handbook. Faust...

Claiming and managing doctor listings: Avoid patient loss after job change

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We sit down with Marita McCahill, founder of a consulting firm specializing in health care growth strategy. We delve into the importance of managing y...

Inside the operating room: insights from A Surgeon's Knot

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We sit down with William Lynes, a urologist and author of A Surgeon's Knot, as we delve into the captivating narrative of the highs and lows of a surg...

From paralysis to possibility: an unexpected awakening

03 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we sit down with Olivia Ong, a pain and rehabilitation medicine physician based in Australia, as she opens up about her incredible journey ...

Tax tips for employed doctors

02 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Tod Stillson, a family physician and entrepreneur, as he navigates the intricacies of tax planning and financial well-being for employed doctors....

Medical aid in dying legislation for end-of-life care

01 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Thaddeus Mason Pope, an expert in medical law and clinical ethics, as we delve into the complex landscape of medical aid in dying (MAID) legislat...

Exploring gene therapy for chronic pain

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join L. Joseph Parker, a research physician, as we explore recent breakthroughs in gene editing, including its use in curing deafness and treating sic...

Violence against health care workers

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Harry Severance, an emergency physician, as we delve into the alarming rise in violence against health care workers. We'll explore the root cause...

Contract negotiations: When physicians ask for too much

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dennis Hursh, a health care attorney. Dennis sheds light on the often misunderstood world of physician contract negotiations, emphasizing the imp...

Breaking boundaries in health care: untold stories of triumph and transformation

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Kim Downey, a physical therapist, alongside Brittany Lamb, an emergency physician, and Adam Harrison, a physician, lawyer, and leadership coach. ...

From crisis to solution: Overcoming America's children's mental health emergency

25 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We dive into the urgent state of children's mental health in America with our guest, Alex Stavros, a health care executive. With over a decade of expe...

Going beyond the usual advice for eating healthy

24 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Francisco M. Torres, an interventional physiatrist. As the author of Dr. T's Drop the Fat Diet: 12 Steps to Leaner You Forever, Dr. Torres shares...

Large language models in health care

23 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We delve into the intersection of large language models (LLMs) and health care with David Lareau, a health care executive. Since the debut of ChatGPT,...

Building expertise through collaboration

22 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join emergency physicians Resa E. Lewiss and Adaira Landry as they delve into the power of collaboration in developing subject matter expertise. Disco...

How social media alters young brains

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Marc Arginteanu, a neurosurgeon, as we delve into a 2023 study revealing the alarming effects of social media and electronic addiction on the dev...

From scrubs to success: Mastering health care attire

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join retired cardiologist and physician coach Sarah Samaan as we explore the significance of professional attire in health care. Discover how clothing...

Reconnecting with nature and spirituality in psychiatry

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Vanessa Velez, a psychiatrist, as we explore the fascinating connection between our inner selves, the natural world, and the demands of modern li...

Transforming health practices through feedback

18 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Ram Krishnan, a technology executive. Discover the power of provider feedback in improving health practices and gain valuable insights into foste...

AI-powered health care messaging

17 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join physician executive Justin Norden as he delves into the world of health care messaging and how large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT are tran...

Breakthroughs in liver cancer treatment

16 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We sit down with health care executive Eugene Chan to explore the rising rates of liver cancer worldwide and the potential game-changer in its treatme...

Building credibility in digital health

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join David Lee Scher, a cardiologist and digital health consultant. We'll explore the ever-evolving world of digital health, discussing topics such as...

High-deductible plans and chronic conditions

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we sit down with Shirin Hund, an internal medicine physician, to explore the impact of high-deductible health plans on individuals wi...

From popcorn to peril: a C. difficile survivor's tale

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We sit down with Carol Raye, a patient advocate who shares her personal journey with a life-threatening C. difficile infection. Join us as Carol sheds...

Patient engagement: the missing piece in health care

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join health care executives Susan Montminy and Marlene Icenhower as they discuss the critical topic of patient engagement in health care. In episode, ...

Nursing in crisis: How administrative tasks are taking a toll

11 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Karlene Kerfoot, a nurse executive, as we delve into the nurse and clinician workforce crisis in the United States. Discover the factors contribu...

Korean Americans and mental health

10 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dae Sun Hwang, a first-generation Korean American, and Joo-Young Lee, a child and adolescent psychiatrist. We'll explore the multifaceted interse...

From fee-for-service to value-based care

09 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Michael Poku, a physician executive, as we delve into the challenges and solutions for transforming the U.S. health care system. Explore how the ...

Navigating emotional storms in the ER

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Victoria Goodheart, an emergency physician. In this episode, we explore the intricate world of health care professionals, their emotional journey...

Benzodiazepine discontinuation and patient outcomes

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join L. Joseph Parker, a research physician, as we explore a recent comparative effectiveness study that investigates the impact of discontinuing long...

A physician's path to mental wellness

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join guests Kim Downey, a physical therapist, and Bryce Bowers, a family physician, as they discuss the challenges and triumphs of the medical profess...

Hope, healing, and challenges in eating disorder recovery

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Jillian Rigert, an oral medicine specialist and radiation oncology research fellow. In this episode, we delve into the world of eating disorders,...

Solving health care's staffing crisis

04 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Patrick Dotts, a health care executive. We'll delve into the pressing challenges faced by the health care workforce, including high turnover rate...

Navigating the art of delivering life-altering medical news

03 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Emily Schehlein, a glaucoma and cataract surgeon. In this episode, we delve into the emotional and ethical complexities of delivering life-alteri...

Create a new, empowering identity for yourself

02 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Parastoo Jangouk, a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician. We dive into the challenges faced by business owners and health care prof...

A doctor's tale of dismissiveness and patient harm

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Alan Lindemann, an obstetrics-gynecology physician, who shares his insights and real-life experiences, shedding light on the issues surrounding p...

Travel's hidden health risks

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Tami Burdick, a patient advocate and the author of Diagnosis Detective: Curing Granulomatous Mastitis. We delve into the world of travel, uncover...

From surgery to AI

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Maria Iliakova, a bariatric and general surgeon. We'll dive deep into the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and its remarkable applications a...

Unveiling the power of healing: a journey through stories

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dustin Grinnell, the author of The Healing Book. Dustin takes us on a journey through this thought-provoking collection of short stories, where c...

Holistic success and happiness in medicine

28 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Ketan Kulkarni, a physician entrepreneur. We'll delve into the pressing issues of burnout and discontent among health care professionals, particu...

A physician's journey in Cuba reveals surprising faith and resilience

27 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join William Lynes, a urologist, as he shares his remarkable journey of a recent missionary trip to Cuba. Discover the challenges and triumphs faced b...

Health care's hidden struggles: a paradigm shift

26 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Vickie Leff, a palliative social worker. We'll dive into a thought-provoking conversation about shifting the health care paradigm, where we explo...

How one family's hero ended a pandemic

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Shan Liu, an emergency physician and co-author of Masked Hero: How Wu-Lien Teh Invented the Mask and Ended an Epidemic. Discover the journey of W...

Resilience beyond self-care

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Beth Boynton, a nurse consultant, as we delve into the pressing issue of health care worker resilience. Discover the importance of empowering hea...

Just culture and medical errors

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Scott Ellner, a general surgeon. We delve into a compelling story from a decade ago, where a medical error had profound consequences for both a p...

Unlocking better care: the power of caring for your doctor

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dawn Sears, a gastroenterologist, and Kim Downey, a physical therapist. We delve into the insights that reveal how taking care of your doctor can...

Breaking the silence: medical gaslighting exposed

21 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We sit down with Tracey O'Connell, a radiologist and physician coach, to explore the pervasive issue of medical gaslighting within the health care ind...

Navigating controversy: dialectics in conflict resolution

20 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're joined by Jill Wener, an internal medicine physician, as we delve into the transformative concept of dialectics. Join us for an exploration of h...

Domestic violence awareness in medicine

19 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join medical student Leana Pande. We'll explore the vital role health care practitioners play in addressing intimate partner violence (IPV). Discover ...

AI's role in health care law enforcement

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

L. Joseph Parker, a research physician, sheds light on how AI has been employed to target physicians and reshape the landscape of health care, especia...

Data tokenization in health care

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Adam Mariano, a health care executive. We'll delve into the world of Big Data and tokenization in health care, exploring how these technologies a...

Meditation: a prescription for physician well-being

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, retired cardiologist Sarah Samaan delves into the world of meditation. We discuss the perception of meditation in health care, its be...

Why physicians should care about the False Claims Act

15 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our guest, Scott Ellner, a general surgeon, shares insights and real-life stories that shed light on the challenges health care providers face when fi...

Redefining "defensive" in health care

14 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Maryna Mammoliti, a psychiatrist, as we explore the complex concept of "defensiveness" in the medical field and beyond. We'll discuss why labelin...

How psychological depth shapes paranormal fiction

13 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Daniela Valenti, a psychiatrist, as she brings a unique perspective to her writing, weaving psychological depth into her characters. Today, she d...

Medication-assisted therapy and opioid use disorder

12 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join physician Jill Becker as we delve into the world of medication-assisted therapy (MAT) for opioid use disorder. Discover why MAT is crucial, the c...

From denial to redemption: a physician's Medicare battle

11 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We sit down with Catherine L. Chen, an anesthesiologist and health services researcher. Join us as she shares her personal story of facing a Medicare ...

Breaking the silence on caregiver stress

10 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join R. Lynn Barnett, a patient advocate. We'll explore the world of caregiving, its challenges, and the profound impact it has on individuals and fam...

Physician burnout: the hidden quality metric

09 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Trina E. Dorrah, an internal medicine physician. We explore the concept of integrating physician burnout as a quality metric in health care. Disc...

Navigating medical uncertainty: a patient's perspective

08 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Ana María Caballero, a poet, artist, and author. Ana María delves into her book, A Petit Mal, and we delve into an unexpected encounter in the ...

Addressing physician burnout differently

07 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We have a conversation with Claudia Finkelstein, an internal medicine physician, as she reimagines the concept of physician burnout. Join us as Claudi...

Beyond the headlines: the truth about weight loss drugs

06 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We sit down with David Ahn, an endocrinologist. Join us as we delve into the impact of weight-loss drugs, the role of incretin medications, and their ...

Reverse leadership to self-leadership

05 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Parastoo Jangouk, a dual board-certified expert in gastroenterology and internal medicine. Discover her remarkable journey from growing up in an ...

Transforming hospital operations: impacts on clinicians

04 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this sponsored episode, we talk to BJ Schaknowski, CEO of symplr, and Angel J. Mena, chief medical officer of symplr Clinical Communications, about...

Healing through books: bibliotherapy's impact

03 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Attorney Andrea Sonnenberg joins us to delve into the transformative power of bibliotherapy. Join us as we explore how literature can be a potent tool...

CMV: the silent epidemic expectant mothers need to know about

02 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Megan Nix, a writer and author of Remedies for Sorrow: An Extraordinary Child, a Secret Kept from Pregnant Women, and a Mother's Pursuit of the T...

Unlocking the hidden potential of trauma

01 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We sit down with Edith Shiro, a clinical psychologist, as she takes us on a journey through her book, The Unexpected Gift of Trauma. Prepare to gain a...

Traditional Chinese medicine's holistic approach

31 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we delve into the world of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Jinguan Yang, a psychiatrist, will help us explore how TCM views the skin, m...