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Hosted by Kevin Pho, MD, The Podcast by KevinMD shares the stories of the many who intersect with our health care system but are rarely heard from. 15 minutes a day. 7 days a week.
How to set boundaries and rediscover purpose in health care [PODCAST]
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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 …
Redesigning shift work to improve patient care and well-being [PODCAST]
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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 …
How physicians can turn their income into long-term wealth [PODCAST]
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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 …
Breaking the emotional flatline: Reclaiming empathy in medicine [PODCAST]
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Join us as we explore the emotional toll of high-stakes health care with physician, speaker, and thought leader Pamela Buchanan. Discover her insights on the “emotional flatline,” a defense mechanism that shields health …
Rewriting the narrative on stress, burnout, and resilience [PODCAST]
Patient safety in focus: Helping to address risk factors associated with non-ventilator hospital-acquired pneumonia
This article is sponsored by Stryker Oral Care.
Hospital-acquired pneumonia remains one of the most common—and deadly—infections patients face during hospitalization. Yet, while significant progress has been made in reducing ventilator-associated pneumonia, its lesser-known counterpart, non-ventilator hospital-acquired pneumonia (NVHAP), continues to quietly …
How a network of changemakers is revolutionizing health care [PODCAST]
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Join us for an inspiring conversation on transforming health care with Kim Downey, a physician advocate and physical therapist; Dawn Ellison, an emergency physician; and Denise Wiseman, a health care executive. Together, they …
How health care boards can transform organizational culture and workforce development [PODCAST]
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Explore the critical role of health care boards in shaping organizational culture, workforce development, and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB). Physician advocate and physical therapist Kim Downey and health care consultant Geoffrey …
How to make life-and-death decisions with confidence [PODCAST]
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We explore the high-stakes world of life-and-death decisions in medicine with William O. Collins, an otolaryngologist and airway surgeon. Drawing from personal experiences, he shares the challenges of performing under pressure, the importance …
Why older adults are skipping doctor visits and how we can change it [PODCAST]
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Join us as we explore the challenges of health care non-compliance among older adults with gerontologist Michael Pessman. We discuss the underlying factors driving resistance to medical advice, the importance of rebuilding trust …
Strategies for patient-centered and employee-focused care
This article is sponsored by NRC Health.
In the evolving landscape of health care, our consumers, patients, and workforce are undergoing significant demographic changes. At the heart of these changes are generational differences in attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors. These generational influences don’t …
How cognitive biases are sabotaging your wealth-building efforts [PODCAST]
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Join us as we explore the hidden pitfalls of behavioral finance with financial planner Shane Tenny. Discover how cognitive biases like overconfidence, confirmation bias, and loss aversion can derail even the most successful …
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Why stress and trauma are at the heart of autoimmune diseases [PODCAST]
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Join us as we dive into the complexities of autoimmune diseases with family physician Pamela Buchanan. Discover the profound connections between chronic stress, systemic inequities, and immune health, particularly for women and Black …
How a unified agreement could help the preceptor shortage [PODCAST]
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We discuss the transformative potential of a standardized affiliation agreement (SAA) in nurse practitioner education with Lynn McComas, CEO and founder of PreceptorLink. As a recognized expert in precepting nurse practitioners and advanced …
Why we need to talk about poop more often [PODCAST]
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We explore the often-overlooked world of bowel health with colorectal surgeon Carmen Fong. Carmen shares her journey into this specialty, the stigma surrounding bowel habits, and the critical need to normalize conversations about …
Why data-driven telehealth is the key to solving the mental health crisis [PODCAST]
Sobriety is the ultimate superpower for overcoming life’s challenges [PODCAST]
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We dive into the transformative power of recovery with Courtney Barrows McKeown, a surgeon who shares her journey of sobriety and resilience. From navigating career setbacks to fostering personal growth, Courtney discusses how …
Why professionalism in health care shouldn’t depend on appearance [PODCAST]
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In this episode, we sit down with neurologist Lealani Mae Acosta to explore the intersection of beauty standards, professionalism, and gender disparities in medicine. From the impact of COVID-19 on personal appearance routines …
Telehealth under threat: Why Congress must act to save Medicare coverage [PODCAST]
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Join us for a conversation with patient advocate Stephanie Marcovici as we explore the potential rollback of Medicare telehealth coverage in 2025. Stephanie shares her personal story and highlights the devastating impact this …
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Health equity in Inland Southern California requires urgent action
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Why transgender health care needs urgent reform and inclusive practices
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How restrictive opioid policies worsen the crisis
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Why primary care needs better dermatology training
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New student loan caps could shut low-income students out of medicine
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mRNA post vaccination syndrome: Is it real?
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Recent Posts
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How your family system secretly shapes your health
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Women physicians: How can they survive and thrive in academic medicine?
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The human case for preserving the nipple after mastectomy
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How AI is reshaping preventive medicine
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How transplant recipients can pay it forward through organ donation
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Past Week
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Why your clinic waiting room may affect patient outcomes
-
The backbone of health care is breaking
-
Nuclear verdicts and rising costs: How inflation is reshaping medical malpractice claims
-
How new loan caps could destroy diversity in medical education
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Why transplant equity requires more than access
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The ethical crossroads of medicine and legislation
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Past 6 Months
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Health equity in Inland Southern California requires urgent action
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Why transgender health care needs urgent reform and inclusive practices
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How restrictive opioid policies worsen the crisis
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Why primary care needs better dermatology training
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New student loan caps could shut low-income students out of medicine
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mRNA post vaccination syndrome: Is it real?
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Recent Posts
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How your family system secretly shapes your health
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Women physicians: How can they survive and thrive in academic medicine?
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The human case for preserving the nipple after mastectomy
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Why AI in health care needs stronger testing before clinical use [PODCAST]
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How AI is reshaping preventive medicine
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How transplant recipients can pay it forward through organ donation
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