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The voices behind health care: stories from the many who intersect with our health care system but are rarely heard from.

2,305 episodes · Since May 2020 · About 15 minutes each

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Why the fear of being forgotten is stronger than the fear of death [PODCAST]

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June 21, 2025Jun 21, 2025

Retired surgeon, psychotherapist, and author Patrick Hudson discusses his article, "Why we fear being forgotten more than death itself." The conversation explores the profound difference between the biological act of dying and the existential fear of vanishing from the story…

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Retired surgeon, psychotherapist, and author Patrick Hudson discusses his article, “Why we fear being forgotten more than death itself.” The conversation explores the profound difference between the biological act of dying and the existential fear of vanishing from the story of the world. Patrick explains that for many, the true …

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How home-based AI can reduce health inequities in underserved communities [PODCAST]

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June 20, 2025Jun 20, 2025

Physician executive Sreeram Mullankandy discusses his article, "Bridging the digital divide: Addressing health inequities through home-based AI solutions." The conversation highlights that while the future of health care delivery is moving into patients' homes, this shift risks leaving the most…

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Physician executive Sreeram Mullankandy discusses his article, “Bridging the digital divide: Addressing health inequities through home-based AI solutions.” The conversation highlights that while the future of health care delivery is moving into patients’ homes, this shift risks leaving the most vulnerable populations behind. Sreeram explains that non-medical factors, or Social …

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When your dream job becomes a nightmare [PODCAST]

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June 19, 2025Jun 19, 2025

Pediatrician Sarah Webber discusses her article, "Why it's so hard to admit when we don't like our jobs." The conversation is a vulnerable look into her personal experience with burnout just nine months into what she thought was her dream…

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Pediatrician Sarah Webber discusses her article, “Why it’s so hard to admit when we don’t like our jobs.” The conversation is a vulnerable look into her personal experience with burnout just nine months into what she thought was her dream job as a pediatric hospitalist. Sarah shares her journey of …

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Why physician voices matter in the fight against anti-LGBTQ+ legislation [PODCAST]

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June 18, 2025Jun 18, 2025

LGBTQ+ journalist BJ Ferguson discusses the article, "Why physician voices matter in the fight against anti-LGBTQ+ laws." The conversation serves as a call to action for medical professionals, arguing that their duty to protect patient health now extends beyond the…

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LGBTQ+ journalist BJ Ferguson discusses the article, “Why physician voices matter in the fight against anti-LGBTQ+ laws.” The conversation serves as a call to action for medical professionals, arguing that their duty to protect patient health now extends beyond the clinic and into the legislative arena. BJ outlines how anti-LGBTQ+ …

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How to survive a broken health care system without losing yourself [PODCAST]

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June 17, 2025Jun 17, 2025

Pediatrician and certified coach Jessie Mahoney discusses her article "The broken health care system doesn't have to break you." Jessie discusses the profound changes in the practice of medicine that no longer align with traditional training models. She identifies outdated…

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Pediatrician and certified coach Jessie Mahoney discusses her article “The broken health care system doesn’t have to break you.” Jessie discusses the profound changes in the practice of medicine that no longer align with traditional training models. She identifies outdated beliefs prevalent in medicine, such as self-sacrifice, service at all …

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Why ADHD in adults is often missed—and why it matters [PODCAST]

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June 16, 2025Jun 16, 2025

Anesthesiologist Maire Daugharty, who expanded her expertise by earning a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling, discusses her article "Why ADHD isn't just a childhood disorder and what that means for adults." Maire discusses the critical importance of timely…

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Anesthesiologist Maire Daugharty, who expanded her expertise by earning a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling, discusses her article “Why ADHD isn’t just a childhood disorder and what that means for adults.” Maire discusses the critical importance of timely diagnosis and treatment of ADHD, highlighting its negative impacts on …

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Why what doctors say matters more than you think [PODCAST]

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June 15, 2025Jun 15, 2025

Physician Scott Abramson discusses his article "How doctors' words can make or break patient care." Scott shares two compelling scenarios illustrating the profound impact of a physician's communication. He recounts a family conference where a doctor's use of medical jargon…

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Physician Scott Abramson discusses his article “How doctors’ words can make or break patient care.” Scott shares two compelling scenarios illustrating the profound impact of a physician’s communication. He recounts a family conference where a doctor’s use of medical jargon like “lesion” completely obscured the diagnosis of cancer for a …

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Inside human trafficking: a guide to recognizing and preventing it [PODCAST]

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June 14, 2025Jun 14, 2025

Public policy analyst Julia Drydyk discusses her article "Human trafficking isn't what you think: Why education is key to stopping it." Julia clarifies the crucial distinction between human smuggling and human trafficking, explaining that trafficking involves exploitation through coercion regardless…

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Public policy analyst Julia Drydyk discusses her article “Human trafficking isn’t what you think: Why education is key to stopping it.” Julia clarifies the crucial distinction between human smuggling and human trafficking, explaining that trafficking involves exploitation through coercion regardless of geographic movement, often occurring within communities rather than solely …

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Improving patient encounters: time-saving strategies for physicians [PODCAST]

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June 13, 2025Jun 13, 2025

Endocrinologist Michael Morkos discusses his article "Mastering the art of efficient patient encounters: tips for physicians." Michael shares practical strategies for optimizing the patient encounter to enhance both efficiency and patient satisfaction. He delves into effective documentation techniques, emphasizing the…

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Endocrinologist Michael Morkos discusses his article “Mastering the art of efficient patient encounters: tips for physicians.” Michael shares practical strategies for optimizing the patient encounter to enhance both efficiency and patient satisfaction. He delves into effective documentation techniques, emphasizing the importance of maintaining eye contact while touch-typing in the exam …

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Essential questions about nurse practitioner liability insurance [PODCAST]

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June 12, 2025Jun 12, 2025

Nurse practitioner Surani Hayre-Kwan discusses her article "Are you protecting your career? 5 essential questions about your NP liability insurance." Surani discusses the critical need for nurse practitioners to secure their own professional liability insurance, highlighting how relying solely on…

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Nurse practitioner Surani Hayre-Kwan discusses her article “Are you protecting your career? 5 essential questions about your NP liability insurance.” Surani discusses the critical need for nurse practitioners to secure their own professional liability insurance, highlighting how relying solely on employer-provided coverage can leave significant gaps. She provides insights into …

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Reassessing the impact of CDC’s opioid guidelines on chronic pain care [PODCAST]

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June 11, 2025Jun 11, 2025

Internal medicine and pediatric physician Charles LeBaron discusses his article "How the CDC's opioid rules created a crisis for chronic pain patients." Charles discusses the 2016 CDC opioid guideline, initially framed as a solution to over-prescription and overdose deaths, and…

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Internal medicine and pediatric physician Charles LeBaron discusses his article “How the CDC’s opioid rules created a crisis for chronic pain patients.” Charles discusses the 2016 CDC opioid guideline, initially framed as a solution to over-prescription and overdose deaths, and critically examines its actual impact. He reveals how the guideline, …

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Professional identity: a new narrative for medical education [PODCAST]

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June 10, 2025Jun 10, 2025

Otolaryngologist Kevin C. McMains discusses his article "The hero's journey: Understanding professional identity formation in graduate medical education." Kevin discusses the ongoing crisis of burnout and mental health issues in medical training, critically examining traditional educational and environmental interventions. He…

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Otolaryngologist Kevin C. McMains discusses his article “The hero’s journey: Understanding professional identity formation in graduate medical education.” Kevin discusses the ongoing crisis of burnout and mental health issues in medical training, critically examining traditional educational and environmental interventions. He identifies a gap in the current narrative surrounding work-life balance, …

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How school meals can transform health [PODCAST]

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June 9, 2025Jun 9, 2025

Osteopathic medical student Scarlett Saitta discusses her article "The school cafeteria could save American medicine." Scarlett discusses the profound connection between childhood nutrition and long-term health outcomes, drawing from her personal experiences and observations in her hometown. She highlights how…

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Osteopathic medical student Scarlett Saitta discusses her article “The school cafeteria could save American medicine.” Scarlett discusses the profound connection between childhood nutrition and long-term health outcomes, drawing from her personal experiences and observations in her hometown. She highlights how current food systems contribute to chronic illnesses like type 2 …

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Understanding the ethical injury of moral distress in clinicians [PODCAST]

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June 8, 2025Jun 8, 2025

Licensed clinical psychologist and health care ethicist Jenny Shields discusses her article, "DSM-5 doesn't name it, but moral distress is everywhere in medicine." Jenny illuminates the pervasive issue of moral distress among clinicians, defining it as the psychological toll exacted…

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Licensed clinical psychologist and health care ethicist Jenny Shields discusses her article, “DSM-5 doesn’t name it, but moral distress is everywhere in medicine.” Jenny illuminates the pervasive issue of moral distress among clinicians, defining it as the psychological toll exacted when they know the ethically appropriate action but are systematically …

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HHS at rock bottom: Could the current crisis be a blessing for U.S. health? [PODCAST]

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June 7, 2025Jun 7, 2025

Psychiatrist, internist, and addiction medicine specialist Muhamad Aly Rifai discusses his article, "When rock bottom is a turning point: Why the turmoil at HHS may be a blessing in disguise." Muhamad offers a counterintuitive perspective on the recent wave of…

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Psychiatrist, internist, and addiction medicine specialist Muhamad Aly Rifai discusses his article, “When rock bottom is a turning point: Why the turmoil at HHS may be a blessing in disguise.” Muhamad offers a counterintuitive perspective on the recent wave of layoffs and leadership changes sweeping through federal health agencies like …

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How functional precision oncology is revolutionizing cancer treatment [PODCAST]

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June 6, 2025Jun 6, 2025

Physician and clinical researcher Chris Apfel discusses his article, "Functional precision oncology: a game changer in cancer therapy." Chris explains that functional precision oncology takes a highly personalized approach by testing a patient's live tumor cells outside the body (ex-vivo)…

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Physician and clinical researcher Chris Apfel discusses his article, “Functional precision oncology: a game changer in cancer therapy.” Chris explains that functional precision oncology takes a highly personalized approach by testing a patient’s live tumor cells outside the body (ex-vivo) against a panel of cancer drugs to directly observe which …

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Navigating fair market value as an independent or locum tenens physician [PODCAST]

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June 5, 2025Jun 5, 2025

Health care attorney Dennis Hursh discusses his article, "What independent and locum tenens doctors need to know about fair market value." Dennis explains why understanding fair market value (FMV) is crucial for independent and locum tenens physicians, not only for…

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Health care attorney Dennis Hursh discusses his article, “What independent and locum tenens doctors need to know about fair market value.” Dennis explains why understanding fair market value (FMV) is crucial for independent and locum tenens physicians, not only for securing appropriate payment but also for ensuring compliance with federal …

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Why fixing health care’s data quality is crucial for AI success [PODCAST]

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June 4, 2025Jun 4, 2025

Physician executive Jay Anders discusses his article, "Health care's data problem: the real obstacle to AI success." Jay asserts that the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in health care is fundamentally dependent on the quality of the underlying clinical data.…

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Physician executive Jay Anders discusses his article, “Health care’s data problem: the real obstacle to AI success.” Jay asserts that the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in health care is fundamentally dependent on the quality of the underlying clinical data. He explains that while tools like large language models and …

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How collaboration across medical disciplines and patient advocacy cured a rare disease [PODCAST]

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June 3, 2025Jun 3, 2025

Patient advocate Tami Burdick discusses her article, "How collaboration saved my life from a rare disease doctors couldn't diagnose." Tami shares her personal and arduous journey with granulomatous mastitis (GM), a rare and poorly understood condition, and how embracing collaborative…

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Patient advocate Tami Burdick discusses her article, “How collaboration saved my life from a rare disease doctors couldn’t diagnose.” Tami shares her personal and arduous journey with granulomatous mastitis (GM), a rare and poorly understood condition, and how embracing collaborative health care in three key ways led to her successful …

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Avarie’s story: Confronting the deadly gaps in food allergy education and emergency response [PODCAST]

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June 2, 2025Jun 2, 2025

Patient advocate Lianne Mandelbaum discusses her article, "What Avarie's death in Rome teaches us about the gaps in food allergy education." Lianne reflects on the tragic death of Avarie, a young American student with a known tree nut allergy who…

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Patient advocate Lianne Mandelbaum discusses her article, “What Avarie’s death in Rome teaches us about the gaps in food allergy education.” Lianne reflects on the tragic death of Avarie, a young American student with a known tree nut allergy who died in Rome due to anaphylaxis, contrasting this loss with …