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The Podcast by KevinMD

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How technology can support nurses and improve patient safety [PODCAST]

We welcome Ann-Louise Puopolo, a nurse executive, to discuss the critical issue of the nursing shortage crisis and the impact of burnout and technology fatigue on health care workers. Ann-Louise shares insights from her experience at Boston's Beth Israel Deaconess…

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We welcome Ann-Louise Puopolo, a nurse executive, to discuss the critical issue of the nursing shortage crisis and the impact of burnout and technology fatigue on health care workers. Ann-Louise shares insights from her experience at Boston’s Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, exploring how technology can support the nursing workforce, improve patient …

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How technology can support nurses and improve patient safety [PODCAST]

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How financial incentives transform health care [PODCAST]

We sit down with Taylor J. Christensen, an internal medicine physician and health policy researcher, to discuss his health care incentives framework. Taylor explains how restructuring financial incentives can encourage providers and insurers to deliver higher value for patients. Tune…

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We sit down with Taylor J. Christensen, an internal medicine physician and health policy researcher, to discuss his health care incentives framework. Taylor explains how restructuring financial incentives can encourage providers and insurers to deliver higher value for patients. Tune in as we explore the barriers preventing patients from choosing high-value …

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How financial incentives transform health care [PODCAST]

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How pharmacy benefit companies are making fertility treatments even harder for patients [PODCAST]

We sit down with Oluyemisi (Yemi) Famuyiwa, a fertility specialist and founder of Montgomery Fertility Center, to explore the hidden barriers patients face when accessing fertility medications. We delve into the complex role of pharmacy benefit companies and discuss how…

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We sit down with Oluyemisi (Yemi) Famuyiwa, a fertility specialist and founder of Montgomery Fertility Center, to explore the hidden barriers patients face when accessing fertility medications. We delve into the complex role of pharmacy benefit companies and discuss how their influence can create unexpected challenges, delays, and additional stress for …

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How pharmacy benefit companies are making fertility treatments even harder for patients [PODCAST]

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Inside the courtroom: a doctor’s battle against a fraud investigation [PODCAST]

We sit down with Muhamad Aly Rifai, a practicing internist and psychiatrist, to explore the complexities of health care fraud investigations and the profound impact these cases have on physicians' lives and careers. Muhamad shares his firsthand experience of enduring…

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We sit down with Muhamad Aly Rifai, a practicing internist and psychiatrist, to explore the complexities of health care fraud investigations and the profound impact these cases have on physicians’ lives and careers. Muhamad shares his firsthand experience of enduring a seven-year federal investigation that ultimately resulted in a “not guilty” …

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Inside the courtroom: a doctor’s battle against a fraud investigation [PODCAST]

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Near-death experiences: What doctors need to know but aren’t taught [PODCAST]

In this episode, we delve into a fascinating yet often overlooked medical phenomenon—near-death experiences (NDEs)—with John C. Hagan III, an ophthalmologist and expert on the subject. Despite being reported by as many as one in five patients who survive critical…

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In this episode, we delve into a fascinating yet often overlooked medical phenomenon—near-death experiences (NDEs)—with  John C. Hagan III, an ophthalmologist and expert on the subject. Despite being reported by as many as one in five patients who survive critical medical events, NDEs remain absent from most medical curricula, leaving physicians …

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Near-death experiences: What doctors need to know but aren’t taught [PODCAST]

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Why rural America’s health care crisis is getting worse—and what it means for retirees [PODCAST]

We sit down with Banu Symington, a hematology-oncology physician, to explore a looming health care crisis affecting rural America. As more retirees move to rural communities, the number of health care providers is not keeping pace. Banu sheds light on…

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We sit down with Banu Symington, a hematology-oncology physician, to explore a looming health care crisis affecting rural America. As more retirees move to rural communities, the number of health care providers is not keeping pace. Banu sheds light on the growing disparity between rural and urban health care access, the …

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Why rural America’s health care crisis is getting worse—and what it means for retirees [PODCAST]

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Why the future of depression treatment may be magnetic [PODCAST]

We speak with Heather Luing, a psychiatrist specializing in treatment-resistant depression. As depression rates in the U.S. have tripled over the last year, we explore why traditional treatments may not work for everyone and discuss innovative therapies like transcranial magnetic…

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We speak with Heather Luing, a psychiatrist specializing in treatment-resistant depression. As depression rates in the U.S. have tripled over the last year, we explore why traditional treatments may not work for everyone and discuss innovative therapies like transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Heather sheds light on how TMS offers hope for …

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Why the future of depression treatment may be magnetic [PODCAST]

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Why collaboration is the key to solving health care burnout [PODCAST]

We're joined by Wael Saasouh, an anesthesiologist; Lisa Scardina, a health care executive; and Kim Downey, a physician advocate and physical therapist, to discuss the urgent need to restore human connections in health care. From tackling clinician burnout and moral…

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We’re joined by Wael Saasouh, an anesthesiologist; Lisa Scardina, a health care executive; and Kim Downey, a physician advocate and physical therapist, to discuss the urgent need to restore human connections in health care. From tackling clinician burnout and moral injury to enhancing collaboration across silos, our guests share powerful insights …

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Why collaboration is the key to solving health care burnout [PODCAST]

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Why calling nurse practitioners “doctor” undermines the nursing profession [PODCAST]

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Joseph Lanctot, a nurse practitioner, as he explores the significance of professional identity in healthcare. Joseph shares his personal experiences of being mislabelled as a doctor and explains why embracing the title of…

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Join us for an enlightening conversation with Joseph Lanctot, a nurse practitioner, as he explores the significance of professional identity in healthcare. Joseph shares his personal experiences of being mislabelled as a doctor and explains why embracing the title of nurse is essential for preserving the unique legacy of nursing. Delving …

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Why calling nurse practitioners “doctor” undermines the nursing profession [PODCAST]

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From patients to clients: the tragic business of mental health care explained [PODCAST]

We sit down with Nicholas Rosenlicht, psychiatrist and author of My Brother's Keeper: The Untold Stories Behind the Business of Mental Health―and How to Stop the Abandonment of the Mentally Ill. Nicholas unpacks the troubling shift from viewing individuals with…

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We sit down with Nicholas Rosenlicht, psychiatrist and author of My Brother’s Keeper: The Untold Stories Behind the Business of Mental Health―and How to Stop the Abandonment of the Mentally Ill. Nicholas unpacks the troubling shift from viewing individuals with mental health issues as “patients” to labeling them as “clients,” revealing …

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From patients to clients: the tragic business of mental health care explained [PODCAST]

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How food marketing to kids is harming their health and what we can do [PODCAST]

Join Manuel Arango, the director of Health Policy & Advocacy at the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada. We dive into the pressing issue of food marketing to children, exploring how these strategies impact kids' health and dietary habits. Manuel…

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Join Manuel Arango, the director of Health Policy & Advocacy at the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada. We dive into the pressing issue of food marketing to children, exploring how these strategies impact kids’ health and dietary habits. Manuel shares insights into the ongoing efforts to regulate unhealthy food and …

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How food marketing to kids is harming their health and what we can do [PODCAST]

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How this pediatrician overcame cerebral palsy and discrimination in medicine [PODCAST]

We welcome Ron M. Aryel, a pediatrician who shares his powerful journey through medical school and residency as a physician with cerebral palsy. Facing discrimination, ableism, and hostility from colleagues and superiors, Ron persevered and built a remarkable career. Join…

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We welcome Ron M. Aryel, a pediatrician who shares his powerful journey through medical school and residency as a physician with cerebral palsy. Facing discrimination, ableism, and hostility from colleagues and superiors, Ron persevered and built a remarkable career. Join us as we discuss the challenges of navigating medical hierarchies, the …

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How this pediatrician overcame cerebral palsy and discrimination in medicine [PODCAST]

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How COVID changed doctor-patient-nurse communication forever [PODCAST]

We sit down with Michael J. Grace, attorney and author of The Mumbo Jumbo Fix: A Survival Guide for Effective Doctor-Patient-Nurse Communication. We explore how health care communication has evolved before, during, and after COVID. From the rapid rise of…

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We sit down with Michael J. Grace, attorney and author of The Mumbo Jumbo Fix: A Survival Guide for Effective Doctor-Patient-Nurse Communication. We explore how health care communication has evolved before, during, and after COVID. From the rapid rise of telemedicine to the increasing role of nurse practitioners and physician assistants, …

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How COVID changed doctor-patient-nurse communication forever [PODCAST]

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Inside the toxic reality of surgical residency [PODCAST]

We sit down with Audra King, a surgery resident, to explore the challenges and toxic environments that medical trainees often face during their residency. From instances of disrespect and workplace bullying to the emotional toll of navigating power dynamics in…

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We sit down with Audra King, a surgery resident, to explore the challenges and toxic environments that medical trainees often face during their residency. From instances of disrespect and workplace bullying to the emotional toll of navigating power dynamics in the hospital, Audra shares her personal experiences and insights. We discuss …

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Inside the toxic reality of surgical residency [PODCAST]

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Physician wellness: stories and solutions [PODCAST]

We bring together three passionate advocates for physician wellness: Michael Foti, an internal medicine physician; Tushar Bhagat, a research assistant professor; and Kim Downey, a physical therapist. Join us as they share their deeply personal journeys and professional insights on…

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We bring together three passionate advocates for physician wellness: Michael Foti, an internal medicine physician; Tushar Bhagat, a research assistant professor; and Kim Downey, a physical therapist. Join us as they share their deeply personal journeys and professional insights on tackling burnout and promoting mental health in health care. From Michael’s …

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Physician wellness: stories and solutions [PODCAST]

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From residency to leadership: the evolution of internal medicine [PODCAST]

Join us in this episode as we sit down with Janet A. Jokela, an internal medicine and infectious disease physician. Janet reflects on her transformative residency at Boston City Hospital, where the "city savages" thrived in the face of immense…

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Join us in this episode as we sit down with Janet A. Jokela, an internal medicine and infectious disease physician. Janet reflects on her transformative residency at Boston City Hospital, where the “city savages” thrived in the face of immense challenges. We discuss how the intense training shaped her career, the …

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From residency to leadership: the evolution of internal medicine [PODCAST]

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How technology is changing dental appointments for patients with intellectual disabilities [PODCAST]

We explore the unique challenges faced by patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) during dental appointments. Our guests, Brian Jones, a health care executive, and Tina Saw, a dentist and health care leader, share insights on how sensory sensitivities,…

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We explore the unique challenges faced by patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) during dental appointments. Our guests, Brian Jones, a health care executive, and Tina Saw, a dentist and health care leader, share insights on how sensory sensitivities, higher oral care needs, and barriers to care impact these patients. …

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How technology is changing dental appointments for patients with intellectual disabilities [PODCAST]

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Is tech the answer to America’s growing doctor shortage? [PODCAST]

We sit down with Patrick Hunt, a physician executive, to explore one of the most pressing challenges in U.S. health care—the growing physician shortage. With projections indicating a shortfall of up to 86,000 doctors by 2036, Patrick shares his insights…

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We sit down with Patrick Hunt, a physician executive, to explore one of the most pressing challenges in U.S. health care—the growing physician shortage. With projections indicating a shortfall of up to 86,000 doctors by 2036, Patrick shares his insights on how workforce management technology can help mitigate this crisis. We …

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Is tech the answer to America’s growing doctor shortage? [PODCAST]

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How empathy and emotional intelligence transform patient care [PODCAST]

We are joined by Paul Pender, an ophthalmologist with extensive experience in patient care. We explore the vital role emotional intelligence plays in strengthening the physician-patient bond, particularly in challenging health care environments. Paul shares insights into how self-awareness, empathy,…

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We are joined by Paul Pender, an ophthalmologist with extensive experience in patient care. We explore the vital role emotional intelligence plays in strengthening the physician-patient bond, particularly in challenging health care environments. Paul shares insights into how self-awareness, empathy, and relationship management enhance caregiving, build trust, and help alleviate patient …

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How empathy and emotional intelligence transform patient care [PODCAST]

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How lack of hands-on experience could endanger patient safety [PODCAST]

Join us for an episode featuring Lynn McComas, a recognized expert in precepting nurse practitioners and advanced practice provider students. We'll discuss the critical importance of hands-on training in medical education and the potential consequences for patient care when students…

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Join us for an episode featuring Lynn McComas, a recognized expert in precepting nurse practitioners and advanced practice provider students. We’ll discuss the critical importance of hands-on training in medical education and the potential consequences for patient care when students are limited to observational roles. Lynn shares insights on the challenges …

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How lack of hands-on experience could endanger patient safety [PODCAST]

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