I have been practicing family medicine for 36 years and teaching it for 21 years. If you are paying attention, you should be learning with every interaction. Here I share some helpful lessons I have picked up along the way.
What does a Rabbi have to teach about patient care. A lot it turns out, as this Rabbi had 2 open heart surgeries in 8 months. He shares his story of fear, anxiety, despair and ultimately healing and gratitude. Rabbi Matt Cohen of Temple Emanu El in Orange Village, Ohio joins me on the podcast.
Specialist in congenital heart disease, Chair of Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Intensivist and Co-Director of the Neuro-developmental Support Program at Cleveland Clinic Childrens Hospital, Dr. Brad Marino shares his wealth of experience and knowledge in this world of baby's hearts, the families that love them and the professionals that heal them.
Dr. Aaron Lear has a lot of interests including Sports Medicine, Evidenced-Based Medicine, Global Health and Research. To every discipline he brings a healthy skepticism, a warm heart and a talent for helping others set and achieve their goals.
Eric Berko, Ph.D. is a Clinical Psychologist who is Director of Behavioral Science at the MetroHealth Family Medicine Residency and a Gero-Psychologist in private practice. He shares his remarkable experience working with older patients with all sorts of mental health challenges and his unique approach to helping medical learners develop a growth mindset.
A specialist in Medicine/Pediatrics focusing on the treatment of patients with Cystic Fibrosis and patients with severe burns, this leader in Graduate Medical Education and Research, Dr. Titus Sheers, shares his experience in this wide ranging conversation. Among the topics "Who is the boss in the doctor-patient relationship"?
Dr. Brian Harte, President of Cleveland Clinic Akron General, shares his approach to leading through enormous challenges such as the COVID pandemic and integrating large health care systems with urgency and integrity.
In Medicine, as in life, finding the right balance is necessary to being effective. How do you do that?
We learn a lot in Medical School - Anatomy, Physiology and then the clinical years. But there is much more we need to learn after that. In this episode, I share how I learned about real communication and how that helps us understand others and ourselves better.
Confidence is necessary or you will be frozen by fear. Humility is even more critical! How do you find the right balance?
Dr Katie Sheridan is the complete Family Physician Educator, practicing obstetrics, doing home visits, and teaching medical students and residents in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She shares her experience and appreciation of the grit of patients and the grace we need in today's healthcare world.
It has been a busy 3 years since we last chatted with Dr Zach Davidson. In this podcast he shares how to finish strong in residency, the benefit of moonlighting and then we discuss a case we need your help to sort out.
Dr. Isaac Kirstein is Dean of the Cleveland campus of the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. He discusses his journey from Internal Medicine practice to Chief Medical Officer to Dean and key lessons he has gleaned along the way.
Dr. Bina Mehta, Physiatrist and Pain Management Specialist, discusses all the tools in her tool box including a wide range of medical treatments, physical approaches and how to involve the patient in their own recovery.
In a wide ranging conversation, Dr. Tim Stover shares his unique and eclectic experience as an OB-GYN for 30 years followed by serving in all levels of Hospital Management including CEO and President of Akron General Health System.
Dr. Rick Kodish, pediatric hematology and oncology specialist and ethicist explains how to build trust through authenticity in the toughest situations, with children with cancer and their families. He also shares how he improved the care of these patients through research, humility and generosity.
Dr. Joe Lahorra, Chief of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery at Cleveland Clinic Akron General shares his insights, experiences, and lessons from years on the front lines of this life saving field.
Family Doctor, Program Director, leader of the Transformative Care Continuum, Sandy Snyder, DO, shares her common sense and dedication to doctoring and education.
Preventive Cardiologist, Lipidologist, and weight loss expert David J. Davidson, MD shares his cutting edge approach to heart disease prevention and living life to the fullest.
This patient taught me some very valuable lessons. How important is age in deciding if surgery is the right option? How can we face the ultimate challenges in life with courage and grace?
Dr. Ronnie Fass is a world expert on esophageal disorders and Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). He explains his groundbreaking research and how to manage this very common condition.
When should your primary care provider send you to a specialist? And when they do, how does one pick the right specialist for you. In this podcast, I share what factors I use to improve patient satisfaction in this often scary experience.
Dr. Kit Belen, family doctor and educator, hails from the Philippines and brings her unique story and perspective about the challenges facing minorities and women in medical education, practice and access to health care.
Need resources to care for someone struggling with mental or physical illness? Looking for compassion and resilience? Listen to this wide ranging conversation with founder and executive director, the dynamic Kristi Horner. https://www.couragetocaregivers.org/
Dr. Steven Waggoner is a world expert on Gynecologic Cancers and he shares his approach to treating the whole patient and being there for them for every phase of their experience including their survivorship!
My conversation with Dr. Michael Arnold, one of the pioneers of the Transformative Care Continuum (TCC), a 6 year combined medical school and family medicine curriculum. Nearing graduation, Michael shares some of his challenges and successes, the lessons of COVID, and why vulnerability is the secret to growth.
Neuro-Interventional Surgery Specialist Dr. Firas Al-Ali discusses his extensive experience and how he places patient autonomy as the first priority. We discuss research integrity, how algorithms affect physician decision making and the role AI may play in the future.
Dr. Phil Toal, an experienced and wise physical therapist and teacher, shares his secrets for diagnosing and treating low back pain and many other orthopedic issues. He explains how to help patients understand their condition and GET BETTER!
Dr Bret Lashner is sought out by other doctors, politicians and kings for his expertise in inflammatory bowel disease. He explains how he provides his expert care while teaching, researching and publishing and enjoying every minute of it.
Dr. Krusemark was a platoon leader in Iraq for 4 years, won the Bronze Star, decided to be a family doctor and now he is working hard but having a ball. He shares his many lessons for success with patients and in life.
Dr. Emily Davidson, a specialist in Uro-Gynecology discusses the most common causes of urinary incontinence and how to treat it, and why it may be a matter of life or death for some patients. She explains the common condition of Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause and a simple and effective treatment. She describes the importance of listening to patients, especially on topics that patients may be reluctant to talk about.
Dr. Leone is a leader in the treatment and research of Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), Herpes and HIV. He also loves to cook and has a great sense of humor. He shares his insights on STDs, pandemics and the best in Italian cooking.
Jane Freeman, LISW, MSW, for over 4 decades, has been teaching family doctors and medical students how to encourage strong marriages and build better family functioning in their patients and families. Here she shares some of her secrets and techniques for conflict resolution, growing together as a couple, encouraging strong self-esteem in children in the era of social media, and more.
Dr. Michael Kirsch, gastroenterologist and long-time blogger @ MDWhistleblower.blogspot.com, shares insights on improving the Dr-Patient relationship and lessons he has learned from practice and parenting.
Confused about weight management meds? Incredibly knowledgeable and helpful Dr. Megan Adelman breaks it all down for us, highlights the new Diabetes Care guidelines, and shows us the importance of having a pharmacist on your team.
In 50 years in medicine, and over 40 years teaching and mentoring medical students and residents, Dr. George Litman has exemplified what it means to heal while never losing sight of his or any of his learner's humanity. In this podcast, he shares some valuable lessons and how he avoids falling into the cynicism trap.
Internationally known expert, Dr. Michael Davidson, shares that we already know how to prevent coronary heart disease, the number one killer. He recommends some simple yet powerful tools for doctors and patients to live longer, healthier lives and explains what drew him to his exciting work in lipidology, research, and as a biotech CEO.
The secrets to succeeding in those critical third and fourth years of medical school by master teacher, Family Physician, Dr. David Sperling. More great ideas in this episode than in a whole Kaplan Course. Not to be missed!
Do you find diagnosing a rash daunting? Wondering how to best prepare to apply to a derm residency? Master dermatologist and teacher, Dr. Eliot Mostow addresses all this and more in this profound and insightful episode.
Patients do fear death and dying but many things are even scarier. What are they and how can we help alleviate them?
A wise psychiatrist shares his tips on how to discover aspects of one's personality and how to tailor treatment.
Hard to believe something like this could happen, but it did. A miracle is the only way to describe it.
One of my most interesting, informative, and controversial discussions. Dr. Weinerman, a specialist in Reproductive Endocrinologist and Infertility, discusses many aspects of infertility, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and how the new "Heartbeat Bill" will affect her practice.
Ever think you have the perfect treatment in mind for your patient? Sometimes, perfect is not the best choice.
Ever wonder how to change your patient's outlook. How about your own? Here is one case that did just that in an amazing and surprising way.
Master clinician and teacher Dr. Paul Lecat shares his secrets for teaching without intimidating. How do you give constructive feedback AND build up the learner? And of course some physical exam pearls!!
Worry about side effects, drug interactions, choosing the wrong drug, or the wrong treatment regimen? This podcast if for you.
What can Stephen Covey, William Shakespeare, and Anne Rice teach us about being a good doctor? Quite a lot!
The devoted and much sought-after educator and family physician shares her secrets for helping patients, from adolescents to octogenarians, develop trust in their doctor.
Simple but powerful tools you can use to heal your patients and yourself.
What should the wise doctor be alert for in their patient and in themselves?
Dr Howard Abromowitz was one of the busiest urologists in Dayton, Ohio for 33 years. Here is some of what he learned about prostates, kidneys, patients and sex.
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