Podcasts about health care professionals

In this special episode for National Diabetes Week, we're joined by dietitian, diabetes educator and self-proclaimed tech nerd, Amy Rush. With over a decade of experience, Amy shares how dietitians can confidently navigate the ever-changing world of diabetes technology to deliver more personalised care. In the episode, we discuss: The evolution of diabetes tech (CGMs, insulin pumps and beyond) Using CGM data to tailor nutrition advice Supporting behaviour change and avoiding tech overwhelm Access, equity and future trends in diabetes care Hosted by Brooke Delfino Click here for the shownotes The content, products and/or services referred to in this podcast are intended for Health Care Professionals only and are not, and are not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. The content is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgement before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking action. The reference to particular products and/or services in this episode does not constitute any form of endorsement. Please see here for terms and conditions.

Conversations about diabetes and health can be awkward—especially when you're a teenager trying to figure it all out. In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman welcomes diabetes influencer Mary Comeau and pediatric endocrinologist Dr. Manasi Jaiman to break down the real issues young people with type 1 diabetes face when navigating adolescence, independence, and taboo topics like sex, alcohol, marijuana, driving, and overbearing parents. With personal stories, practical advice, and some laughs along the way, this episode is all about helping young adults with T1D build confidence, advocate for themselves, and feel less alone.Key Topics:Mary's teenage experience with T1D and the emotional rollercoaster of acting like it “wasn't there.”Why teens with diabetes often feel disconnected from their doctors—and how to find one who understands.The challenge of transitioning from pediatric to adult care and why many clinics still don't get it right.How to navigate tension with parents—especially when they micromanage diabetes care.Starting conversations about sex and diabetes: why it matters and how to get the right support.Dating with diabetes: real-life stories, embarrassing moments, and how to educate your partner.Alcohol, blood sugar, and good decisions: what to drink, what to avoid, and how to stay safe.Weed and diabetes: effects of marijuana (and the munchies), tips for safer use, and what to watch for.Driving with diabetes: why planning matters and how to prepare a “driving diabetes kit.”How Mary built a massive online community by being open about her diabetes—and why connecting with others can change everything.See a whole video series dedicated for teens with Mary and Dr. Manasi Jaiman: https://tcoyd.org/video-teens-young-adults-type-1-diabetes/ ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode, we dive into a topic that's becoming more and more urgent: how healthcare professionals can financially prepare for the possibility of career burnout. We know from data and personal experience with clients that burnout is hitting this sector hard—over 50% of healthcare professionals report symptoms, and a significant number are considering stepping away from their roles entirely. So, we tackle this issue head-on, not from a medical standpoint, but from a financial planning perspective.We start by emphasizing that prevention is key. Just like in medicine, the best remedy for burnout is early action, and that begins with building a solid financial foundation. We explore how consistent savings habits—even when it feels unnecessary—can offer crucial flexibility down the line. Setting aside 20% or more of each paycheck, creating an emergency fund with 6–12 months of expenses, and maintaining liquidity outside of retirement accounts are all smart, actionable steps. We also stress the importance of not delaying financial planning because you assume higher income gives you more time to catch up later. That's a trap we see too often.Next, we look at how to create income flexibility if burnout leads to reduced hours, a role change, or even early retirement. We talk through the importance of evaluating disability insurance—especially with mental health in mind—and how thinking ahead about possible career pivots like consulting or teaching can reduce stress. We also dive into the importance of building passive income streams and using investment strategy to bridge income gaps without needing active work.For those considering early retirement, we advise updating retirement plans immediately to identify any needed changes, recalibrating spending, and optimizing the timing of account withdrawals to minimize taxes. We also cover how to smartly use pensions and healthcare benefits, especially when considering stepping away. Timing really matters here, and small adjustments can have outsized financial impacts.Finally, we go over tactics to manage financial obligations during a career break—reducing debt, refinancing, and communicating with lenders. We talk about using COBRA, marketplace insurance, and HSAs to maintain healthcare coverage. The bottom line is that being proactive with money gives healthcare professionals the power to make the best choices for their well-being—financially and mentally—before burnout forces their hand. To get in touch with Amy and her team at Thimbleberry Financial, call 503-610-6510 or visit thimbleberryfinancial.com.

Drs. Hope Rugo, Sheri Brenner, and Mikolaj Slawkowski-Rode discuss the struggle that health care professionals experience when terminally ill patients are suffering and approaches to help clinicians understand and respond to suffering in a more patient-centered and therapeutic way. TRANSCRIPT Dr. Hope Rugo: Hello, and welcome to By the Book, a monthly podcast series from ASCO that features engaging conversations between editors and authors of the ASCO Educational Book.  I'm your host, Dr. Hope Rugo. I'm director of the Women's Cancers Program and division chief of breast medical oncology at the City of Hope Cancer Center, and I'm also the editor-in-chief of the Educational Book. On today's episode, we'll be exploring the complexities of grief and oncology and the struggle we experience as healthcare professionals when terminally ill patients are suffering. Our guests will discuss approaches to help clinicians understand and respond to suffering in a more patient-centered and therapeutic way, as outlined in their recently published article titled, “Oncology and Suffering: Strategies on Coping With Grief for Healthcare Professionals.” I'm delighted today to welcome Dr. Keri Brenner, a clinical associate professor of medicine, palliative care attending, and psychiatrist at Stanford University, and Dr. Mikołaj Sławkowski-Rode, a senior research fellow in philosophy in the Humanities Research Institute at the University of Buckingham, where he also serves as director of graduate research in p hilosophy. He is also a research fellow in philosophy at Blackfriars Hall at the University of Oxford and associate professor at the University of Warsaw.  Our full disclosures are available in the transcript of this episode. Dr. Brenner and Dr. Sławkowski-Rode, thanks for being on the podcast today. Dr. Keri Brenner: Great to be here, Dr. Rugo. Thank you so much for that kind introduction. Dr. Mikołaj Sławkowski-Rode: Thank you very much, Dr. Rugo. It's a pleasure and an honor. Dr. Hope Rugo: So I'm going to start with some questions for both of you. I'll start with Dr. Brenner. You've spoken and written about the concept of suffering when there is no cure. For oncologists, what does it mean to attune to suffering, not just disease? And how might this impact the way they show up in difficult conversations with patients? Dr. Keri Brenner: Suffering is something that's so omnipresent in the work of clinical oncology, and I like to begin by just thinking about what is suffering, because it's a word that we use so commonly, and yet, it's important to know what we're talking about. I think about the definition of Eric Cassell, who was a beloved mentor of mine for decades, and he defined suffering as the state of severe distress that's associated with events that threaten the intactness of a person. And my colleague here at Stanford, Tyler Tate, has been working on a definition of suffering that encompasses the experience of a gap between how things are versus how things ought to be. Both of these definitions really touch upon suffering in a person-centered way that's relational about one's identity, meaning, autonomy, and connectedness with others. So these definitions alone remind us that suffering calls for a person-centered response, not the patient as a pathology, but the panoramic view of who the patient is as a person and their lived reality of illness. And in this light, the therapeutic alliance becomes one of our most active ingredients in care. The therapeutic alliance is that collaborative, trusting bond as persons that we have between clinician and patient, and it's actually one of the most powerful predictors of meaningful outcomes in our care, especially in oncologic care.  You know, I'll never forget my first day of internship at Massachusetts General Hospital. A faculty lecturer shared this really sage insight with us that left this indelible mark. She shared, “As physicians and healers, your very self is the primary instrument of healing. Our being is the median of the medicine.” So, our very selves as embodied, relationally grounded people, that's the median of the medicine and the first most enduring medicine that we offer. That has really borne fruit in the evidence that we see around the therapeutic alliance. And we see this in oncologic care, that in advanced cancer, a strong alliance with one's oncologist truly improves a patient's quality of life, treatment adherence, emotional well-being, and even surpasses structured interventions like psychotherapeutic interventions. Dr. Hope Rugo: That's just incredibly helpful information and actually terminology as well, and I think the concept of suffering differs so much. Suffering comes in many shapes and forms, and I think you really have highlighted that. But many oncologists struggle with knowing what to do when patients are suffering but can't be fixed, and I think a lot of times that has to do with oncologists when patients have pain or shortness of breath or issues like that. There are obviously many ways people suffer. But I think what's really challenging is how clinicians understand suffering and what the best approaches to respond to suffering are in the best patient-centered and therapeutic way. Dr. Keri Brenner: I get that question a lot from my trainees in palliative care, not knowing what to do. And my first response is, this is about how to be, not about knowing what to do, but how to be. In our medical training, we're trained often how to think and treat, but rarely how to be, how to accompany others. And I often have this image that I tell my trainees of, instead of this hierarchical approach of a fix-it mentality of all we're going to do, when it comes to elements of unavoidable loss, mortality, unavoidable sufferings, I imagine something more like accompaniment, a patient walking through some dark caverns, and I am accompanying them, trying to walk beside them, shining a light as a guide throughout that darkness. So it's a spirit of being and walking with. And it's so tempting in medicine to either avoid the suffering altogether or potentially overidentify with it, where the suffering just becomes so all-consuming like it's our own. And we're taught to instead strike a balance of authentic accompaniment through it. I often teach this key concept in my palli-psych work with my team about formulation. Formulation is a working hypothesis. It's taking a step back and asking, “Why? Why is this patient behaving in this manner? What might the patient's core inner struggle be?” Because asking that “why” and understanding the nuanced dimensions of a patient's core inner struggle will really help guide our therapeutic interactions and guide the way that we accompany them and where we choose to shine that light as we're walking with them. And oftentimes people think, “Well Keri, that sounds so sappy or oversentimental,” and it's not. You know, I'm just thinking about a case that I had a couple months ago, and it was a 28-year-old man with gastric cancer, metastatic disease, and that 28-year-old man, he was actually a college Division I athlete, and his dad was an acclaimed Division I coach. And our typical open-ended palliative care questions, that approach, infuriated them. They needed to know that I was showing up confident, competent, and that I was ready, on my A-game, with a real plan for them to follow through. And so my formulation about them was they needed somebody to show up with that confidence and competence, like the Division I athletes that they were, to really meet them and accompany them where they were on how they were going to walk through that experience of illness. Dr. Hope Rugo: These kinds of insights are so helpful to think about how we manage something that we face every day in oncology care. And I think that there are many ways to manage this.  Maybe I'll ask Dr. Sławkowski-Rode one question just that I think sequences nicely with what you're talking about.  A lot of our patients are trying to think about sort of the bigger picture and how that might help clinicians understand and support patients. So, the whole concept of spirituality, you know, how can we really use that as oncology clinicians to better understand and support patients with advanced illness, and how can that help patients themselves? And we'll talk about that in two different ways, but we'll just start with this broader question. Dr. Mikołaj Sławkowski-Rode: I think spirituality, and here, I usually refer to spirituality in terms of religious belief. Most people in the world are religious believers, and it is very intuitive and natural that religious beliefs would be a resource that people who help patients with a terminal diagnosis and healthcare professionals who work with those patients appeal to when they try to help them deal with the trauma and the stress of these situations.  Now, I think that the interesting thing there is that very often the benefit of appealing to a religious belief is misunderstood in terms of what it delivers. And there are many, many studies on how religious belief can be used to support therapy and to support patients in getting through the experience of suffering and defeating cancer or facing a terminal diagnosis. There's a wealth of literature on this. But most of the literature focuses on this idea that by appealing to religious belief, we help patients and healthcare practitioners who are working with them get over the fact and that there's a terminal diagnosis determining the course of someone's life and get on with our lives and engaging with whatever other pursuits we might have, with our job if we're healthcare practitioners, and with the other things that we might be passionate about in our lives. And the idea here is that this is what religion allows us to do because we sort of defer the need to worry about what's going to happen to us until the afterlife or some perspective beyond the horizon of our life here.  However, my view is – I have worked beyond philosophy also with theologians from many traditions, and my view here is that religion is something that does allow us to get on with our life but not because we're able to move on or move past the concerns that are being threatened by illness or death, but by forming stronger bonds with these things that we value in our life in a way and to have a sense of hope that these will be things that we will be able to keep an attachment to despite the threat to our life. So, in a sense, I think very many approaches in the field have the benefit of religion upside down, as it were, when it comes to helping patients and healthcare professionals who are engaged with their illness and treating it. Dr. Hope Rugo: You know, it's really interesting the points that you make, and I think really important, but, you know, sometimes the oncologists are really struggling with their own emotional reactions, how they are reacting to patients, and dealing with sort of taking on the burden, which, Dr. Brenner, you were mentioning earlier. How can oncologists be aware of their own emotional reactions? You know, they're struggling with this patient who they're very attached to who's dying or whatever the situation is, but you want to avoid burnout as an oncologist but also understand the patient's inner world and support them. Dr. Keri Brenner: I believe that these affective, emotional states, they're contagious. As we accompany patients through these tragic losses, it's very normal and expected that we ourselves will experience that full range of the human experience as we accompany the patients. And so the more that we can recognize that this is a normative dimension of our work, to have a nonjudgmental stance about the whole panoramic set of emotions that we'll experience as we accompany patients with curiosity and openness about that, the more sustainable the work will become. And I often think about the concept of countertransference given to us by Sigmund Freud over 100 years ago. Countertransference is the clinician's response to the patient, the thoughts, feelings, associations that come up within us, shaped by our own history, our own life events, those unconscious processes that come to the foreground as we are accompanying patients with illness. And that is a natural part of the human experience. Historically, countertransference was viewed as something negative, and now it's actually seen as a key that can unlock and enlighten the formulation about what might be going on within the patient themselves even. You know, I was with a patient a couple weeks ago, and I found myself feeling pretty helpless and hopeless in the encounter as I was trying to care for them. And I recognized that countertransference within myself that I was feeling demoralized. It was a prompt for me to take a step back, get on the balcony, and be curious about that because I normally don't feel helpless and hopeless caring for my patients. Well, ultimately, I discovered through processing it with my interdisciplinary team that the patient likely had demoralization as a clinical syndrome, and so it's natural many of us were feeling helpless and hopeless also accompanying them with their care. And it allowed us to have a greater interdisciplinary approach and a more therapeutic response and deeper empathy for the patient's plight. And we can really be curious about our countertransferences. You know, a few months ago, I was feeling bored and distracted in a family meeting, which is quite atypical for me when I'm sharing serious illness news. And it was actually a key that allowed me to recognize that the patient was trying to distract all of us talking about inconsequential facts and details rather than the gravitas of her illness.  Being curious about these affective states really allows us to have greater sustainability within our own practice because it normalizes that human spectrum of emotions and also allows us to reduce unconscious bias and have greater inclusivity with our practice because what Freud also said is that what we can't recognize and say within our own selves, if we don't have that self-reflective capacity, it will come out in what we do. So really recognizing and having the self-awareness and naming some of these emotions with trusted colleagues or even within our own selves allows us to ensure that it doesn't come out in aberrant behaviors like avoiding the patient, staving off that patient till the end of the day, or overtreating, offering more chemotherapy or not having the goals of care, doing everything possible when we know that that might result in medically ineffective care. Dr. Hope Rugo: Yeah, I love the comments that you made, sort of weaving in Freud, but also, I think the importance of talking to colleagues and to sharing some of these issues because I do think that oncologists suffer from the fact that no one else in your life wants to hear about dying people. They don't really want to hear about the tragic cases either. So, I think that using your community, your oncology community and greater community within medicine, is an important part of being able to sort of process. Dr. Keri Brenner: Yes, and Dr. Rugo, this came up in our ASCO [Education] Session. I'd love to double click into some of those ways that we can do this that aren't too time consuming in our everyday practice. You know, within palliative care, we have interdisciplinary rounds where we process complex cases. Some of us do case supervision with a trusted mentor or colleague where we bring complex cases to them. My team and I offer process rounds virtually where we go through countertransference, formulation, and therapeutic responses on some tough cases.  You know, on a personal note, just last week when I left a family meeting feeling really depleted and stuck, I called one of my trusted colleagues and just for 3 minutes constructively, sort of cathartically vented what was coming up within me after that family meeting, which allowed me to have more of an enlightened stance on what to do next and how to be therapeutically helpful for the case. One of my colleagues calls this "friend-tors." They coined the phrase, and they actually wrote a paper about it. Who within your peer group of trusted colleagues can you utilize and phone in real time or have process opportunities with to get a pulse check on where what's coming up within us as we're doing this work? Dr. Hope Rugo: Yeah, and it's an interesting question about how one does that and, you know, maintaining that as you move institutions or change places or become more senior, it's really important.  One of the, I think, the challenges sometimes is that we come from different places from our patients, and that can be an issue, I think when our patients are very religious and the provider is not, or the reverse, patients who don't have religious beliefs and you're trying to sort of focus on the spirituality, but it doesn't really ring true. So, Dr. Sławkowski-Rode, what resources can patients and practitioners draw on when they're facing death and loss in the absence of, or just different religious beliefs that don't fit into the standard model? Dr. Mikołaj Sławkowski-Rode: You're absolutely right that this can be an extremely problematic situation to be in when there is that disconnect of religious belief or more generally spiritual engagement with the situation that we're in. But I just wanted to tie into what Dr. Brenner was saying just before. I couldn't agree more, and I think that a lot of healthcare practitioners, oncologists in particular who I've had the pleasure to talk to at ASCO and at other events as well, are very often quite skeptical about emotional engagement in their profession. They feel as though this is something to be managed, as it were, and something that gets in the way. And they can often be very critical of methods that help them understand the emotions and extend them towards patients because they feel that this will be an obstacle to doing their job and potentially an obstacle also to helping patients to their full ability if they focus on their own emotions or the burden that emotionally, spiritually, and in other ways the illness is for the patient. They feel that they should be focusing on the cancer rather than on the patient's emotions. And I think that a useful comparison, although, you know, perhaps slightly drastic, is that of combat experience of soldiers. They also need to be up and running and can't be too emotionally invested in the situation that they're in. But there's a crucial difference, which is that soldiers are usually engaged in very short bursts of activity with the time to go back and rethink, and they often have a lot of support for this in between. Whereas doctors are in a profession where their exposure to the emotions of patients and their own emotions, the emotions of families of patients is constant. And I think that there's a great danger in thinking that this is something to be avoided and something to compartmentalize in order to avoid burnout. I think, in a way, burnout is more sure to happen if your emotions and your attachment to your patients goes ignored for too long. So that's just following up on Keri's absolutely excellent points. As far as the disconnect is concerned, that's, in fact, an area in which I'm particularly interested in. That's where my research comes in. I'm interested in the kinds of connections that we have with other people, especially in terms of maintaining bonds when there is no spiritual belief, no spiritual backdrop to support this connection. In most religious traditions, we have the framework of the religious belief that tells us that the person who we've lost or the values that have become undermined in our life are something that hasn't been destroyed permanently but something that we can still believe we have a deep connection to despite its absence from our life. And how do you rebuild that sense of the existence of the things that you have perceivably lost without the appeal to some sort of transcendent realm which is defined by a given religion? And that is a hard question. That's a question, I think, that can be answered partly by psychology but also partly by philosophy in terms of looking at who we are as human beings and our nature as people who are essentially, or as entities that are essentially connected to one another. That connection, I believe, is more direct than the mediation of religion might at first suggest. I think that we essentially share the world not only physically, it's not just the case that we're all here, but more importantly, the world that we live in is not just the physical world but the world of meanings and values that helps us orient ourselves in society and amongst one another as friends and foes. And it is that shared sense of the world that we can appeal to when we're thinking about retaining the value or retaining the connection with the people who we have lost or the people who are helping through, go through an experience of facing death. And just to finish, there's a very interesting question, I think, something that we possibly don't have time to explore, about the degree of connection that we have with other people. So, what I've just been saying is something that rings more true or is more intuitive when we think about the connections that we have to our closest ones. We share a similar outlook onto the world, and our preferences and our moods and our emotions and our values are shaped by life with the other person. And so, appealing to these values can give us a sense of a continued presence. But what in those relationships where the connection isn't that close? For example, given the topic of this podcast, the connection that a patient has with their doctor and vice versa. In what sense can we talk about a shared world of experience? Well, I think, obviously, we should admit degrees to the kind of relationship that can sustain our connection with another person. But at the same time, I don't think there's a clear cutoff point. And I think part of emotional engagement in medical practice is finding yourself somewhere on that spectrum rather than thinking you're completely off of it. That's what I would say. Dr. Hope Rugo: That's very helpful and I think a very helpful way of thinking about how to manage this challenging situation for all of us.  One of the things that really, I think, is a big question for all of us throughout our careers, is when to address the dying process and how to do that. Dr. Brenner, you know, I still struggle with this – what to do when patients refuse to discuss end-of-life but they're very close to end of life? They don't want to talk about it. It's very stressful for all of us, even where you're going to be, how you're going to manage this. They're just absolutely opposed to that discussion. How should we approach those kinds of discussions? How do we manage that? How do you address the code discussion, which is so important? You know, these patients are not able to stay at home at end-of-life in general, so you really do need to have a code discussion before you're admitting them. It actually ends up being kind of a challenge and a mess all around. You know, I would love your advice about how to manage those situations. Dr. Keri Brenner: I think that's one of the most piercing and relevant inquiries we have within our clinical work and challenges. I often think of denial not as an all-or-nothing concept but rather as parts of self. There's a part of everyone's being where the unconscious believes it's immortal and will live on forever, and yet we all know intellectually that we all have mortality and finitude and transience, and that time will end. We often think of this work as more iterative and gradual and exposure based. There's potency to words. Saying, “You are dying within days,” is a lot higher potency of a phrase to share than, “This is serious illness. This illness is incurable. Time might be shorter than we hoped.” And so the earlier and more upstream we begin to have these conversations, even in small, subtle ways, it starts to begin to expose the patient to the concept so they can go from the head to the heart, not only knowing their prognosis intellectually but also affectively, to integrate it into who they are as a person because all patients are trying to live well while also we're gradually exposing them to this awareness of mortality within their own lived experience of illness. And that, ideally, happens gradually over time. Now, there are moments where the medical frame is very limited, and we might have short days, and we have to uptitrate those words and really accompany them more radically through those high-affective moments. And that's when we have to take a lot of more nuanced approaches, but I would say the more earlier and upstream the better. And then the second piece to that question as well is coping with our own mortality. The more we can be comfortable with our own transience and finitude and limitations, the more we will be able to accompany others through that. And even within my own life, I've had to integrate losses in a way where before I go in to talk to one of my own palliative care patients, one mantra I often say to myself is, “I'm just a few steps behind you. I don't know if it's going to be 30 days or 30 years, but I'm just a few steps behind you on this finite, transient road of life that is the human experience.” And that creates a stance of accompaniment that patients really can experience as they're traversing these tragedies. Dr. Hope Rugo: That's great. And I think those are really important points and actually some pearls, which I think we can take into the clinic. I think being really concrete when really the expected life expectancy is a few days to a couple of weeks can be very, very helpful. And making sure the patients hear you, but also continuing to let them know that, as oncologists, we're here for them. We're not abandoning them. I think that's a big worry for many, certainly of my patients, is that somehow when they would go to hospice or be a ‘no code', that we're not going to support them anymore or treat them anymore. That is a really important process of that as well. And of course, engaging the team makes a big difference because the whole oncology team can help to manage situations that are particularly challenging like that. And just as we close, I wanted to ask one last question of you, Dr. Brenner, that suffering, grief, and burnout, you've really made the point that these are not problems to fix but dimensions that we want to attend to and acknowledge as part of our lives, the dying process is part of all of our lives. It's just dealing with this in the unexpected and the, I think, unpredictability of life, you know, that people take on a lot of guilt and all sorts of things about, all sorts of emotions. And the question is now, people have listened to this podcast, what can they take back to their oncology teams to build a culture that supports clinicians and their team at large to engage with these realities in a meaningful and sustainable way? I really feel like if we could build the whole team approach where we're supporting each other and supporting the patients together, that that will help this process immeasurably. Dr. Keri Brenner: Yes, and I'm thinking about Dr. Sławkowski-Rode's observation about the combat analogy, and it made me recognize this distinction between suppression and repression. Repression is this unconscious process, and this is what we're taught to do in medical training all the time, to just involuntarily shove that tragedy under the rug, just forget about it and see the next patient and move on. And we know that if we keep unconsciously shoving things under the rug, that it will lead to burnout and lack of sustainability for our clinical teams. Suppression is a more conscious process. That deliberate effort to say, “This was a tragedy that I bore witness to. I know I need to put that in a box on the shelf for now because I have 10 other patients I have to see.” And yet, do I work in a culture where I can take that off the shelf during particular moments and process it with my interdisciplinary team, phone a friend, talk to a trusted colleague, have some trusted case supervision around it, or process rounds around it, talk to my social worker? And I think the more that we model this type of self-reflective capacity as attendings, folks who have been in the field for decades, the more we create that ethos and culture that is sustainable because clinician self-reflection is never a weakness, rather it's a silent strength. Clinician self-reflection is this portal for wisdom, connectedness, sustainability, and ultimately transformative growth within ourselves. Dr. Hope Rugo: That's such a great point, and I think this whole discussion has been so helpful for me and I hope for our audience that we really can take these points and bring them to our practice. I think, “Wow, this is such a great conversation. I'd like to have the team as a whole listen to this as ways to sort of strategize talking about the process, our patients, and being supportive as a team, understanding how we manage spirituality when it connects and when it doesn't.” All of these points, they're bringing in how we process these issues and the whole idea of suppressing versus sort of deciding that it never happened at all is, I think, very important because that's just a tool for managing our daily lives, our busy clinics, and everything we manage. Dr. Keri Brenner: And Dr. Rugo, it's reminding me at Stanford, you know, we have this weekly practice that's just a ritual where every Friday morning for 30 minutes, our social worker leads a process rounds with us as a team, where we talk about how the work that we're doing clinically is affecting us in our lives in ways that have joy and greater meaning and connectedness and other ways that might be depleting. And that kind of authentic vulnerability with one another allows us to show up more authentically for our patients. So those rituals, that small 30 minutes once a week, goes a long way. And it reminds me that sometimes slowing things down with those rituals can really get us to more meaningful, transformative places ultimately. Dr. Hope Rugo: It's a great idea, and I think, you know, making time for that in everybody's busy days where they just don't have any time anymore is important. And you don't have to do it weekly, you could even do something monthly. I think there's a lot of options, and that's a great suggestion. I want to thank you both for taking your time out for this enriching and incredibly helpful conversation. Our listeners will find a link to the Ed Book article we discussed today, which is excellent, in the transcript of this episode. I want to thank you again, Dr. Brenner and Dr. Sławkowski-Rode, for your time and for your excellent thoughts and advice and direction. Dr. Mikołaj Sławkowski-Rode: Thank you very much, Dr. Rugo. Dr. Keri Brenner: Thank you. Dr. Hope Rugo: And thanks to our listeners for joining us today. Please join us again next month on By the Book for more insightful views on topics you'll be hearing at the education sessions from ASCO meetings and our deep dives on new approaches that are shaping modern oncology. Disclaimer: The purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. This is not a substitute for professional medical care and is not intended for use in the diagnosis or treatment of individual conditions. Guests on this podcast express their own opinions, experience, and conclusions. Guest statements on the podcast do not express the opinions of ASCO. The mention of any product, service, organization, activity, or therapy should not be construed as an ASCO endorsement. Follow today's speakers:      Dr. Hope Rugo @hope.rugo Dr. Keri Brenner @keri_brenner Dr. Mikolaj Slawkowski-Rode @MikolajRode Follow ASCO on social media:      @ASCO on X (formerly Twitter)      ASCO on Bluesky     ASCO on Facebook      ASCO on LinkedIn      Disclosures:     Dr. Hope Rugo: Honoraria: Mylan/Viatris, Chugai Pharma Consulting/Advisory Role: Napo Pharmaceuticals, Sanofi, Bristol Myer Research Funding (Inst.): OBI Pharma, Pfizer, Novartis, Lilly, Merck, Daiichi Sankyo, AstraZeneca, Gilead Sciences, Hoffman La-Roche AG/Genentech, In., Stemline Therapeutics, Ambryx Dr. Keri Brenner: No relationships to disclose Dr. Mikolaj Slawkowski-Rode: No relationships to disclose    

What if feeling stuck isn't a dead end—but a sign it's time to pivot? Whether you're a burned-out employee, an entrepreneur itching for your next move, or a leader unsure how to support your team, this episode is for you. Dr. Lauryn sits down with career and leadership strategist Kimberly Brown to talk about what to do when the spark fades and your work life starts to feel more draining than fulfilling.They unpack how to navigate career crossroads with clarity and strategy—from knowing when it's time to leave, to reigniting passion through personal branding and leadership development. Kimberly shares how rest seasons can fuel future hustle, why building a career that creates opportunities is essential, and how practice owners can empower their teams without losing control. If you've ever thought “this can't be it,” tune in for a refreshing, practical guide to your next best move.Key Takeaways:Burnout vs. Boredom: Learn how to distinguish true burnout from professional boredom—and why recognizing the difference can change your career trajectory.Strategic Career Pivots: Kimberly offers actionable advice on when to stay, when to go, and how to transition with purpose—not panic.Empowering Leadership: For clinic owners, this episode reveals how to foster autonomy in your team while creating space for their personal brands to grow.Seasons of Hustle and Rest: Understand why hustle isn't toxic, rest isn't lazy, and both are essential in building a sustainable, fulfilling career.Guest Bio:Kimberly Brown is a globally recognized career and leadership strategist, bestselling author, and keynote speaker. As the founder and CEO of Brown Leadership, she helps mid-career and senior professionals elevate their brands, navigate transitions, and lead with confidence. Her bestselling book Next Move, Best Move and her podcast Your Next Move have empowered thousands to take control of their careers with clarity and purpose.Find all things Kimberly Brown including her freebie's and newsletters!Follow Kimberly on InstagramGet Kimberly's book, Next Move Best MoveResources:Join The Uncharted CEO: An 8-week immersive experience for clinic owners designed to increase revenue, maximize profits, and build cash flow systems that create freedom NOW, not at 65. Founder's pricing spots are going fast, secure yours today!Join The Uncharted Collective: A Membership for Healthcare Professionals to Build a Profitable Personal Brand in Just 2 Hours a WeekFollow She Slays on YouTube to watch video versions of the show and get additional content!Sign up for the Weekly Slay newsletter!Follow She Slays and Dr. Lauryn: Instagram | X | LinkedIn |

Life Is Chill - A Senior-Focused Education InitiativeTimestamps:00:00 – IntroductionIan introduces Dr. Dana Lillestol and her background in medicine, addiction treatment, and her pivot to cannabis advocacy.03:15 – Dana's Journey from Skepticism to Cannabis AdvocacyDana shares how a patient inquiry and personal research changed her perspective on cannabis—especially after discovering the plant's suppressed medical history.06:05 – Facing Stigma in the Medical FieldDana describes how her holistic approach and advocacy led to judgment from peers, and how she began supporting seniors seeking alternatives to pharmaceuticals.08:45 – Common Health Concerns Among SeniorsFrom chronic pain to poor sleep and social isolation, Dana explains what drives older adults to consider cannabis and how they respond to trying it.12:30 – A Life-Changing Bus TourDana recounts a breakthrough moment with a senior who found instant relief using a CBD/CBG cream during a dispensary visit.15:10 – Combating the Fear of Getting “High”Ian and Dana discuss the social conditioning around cannabis and how education is key to changing perceptions.17:25 – Creating Cannabis Support GroupsDana explains her efforts to build community support systems where elders can share their cannabis journeys safely.19:00 – How Cannabis Supports the Aging BodyDana discusses cannabinoids like CBN, CBG, CBC, and their roles in sleep, neuropathy, skin healing, and mood regulation.23:30 – Organizing a Cannabis Education ConferenceDana details her upcoming “Modern Elder Cannabis Education Conference” in Phoenix, complete with workshops and expert panels.26:45 – Navigating Stigma in Senior CommunitiesA story about a bus tour that highlighted just how deeply rooted the stigma remains—even in progressive spaces.29:50 – Generational Attitudes Toward CannabisDana reflects on the contrast between younger generations and older adults in terms of openness and social conditioning.32:00 – Media Narratives and MisinformationIan and Dana discuss the media's role in spreading fear, despite decades of global cannabis research.34:40 – Origins of Life is Chill and Product InnovationDana shares the mission behind Life is Chill and their development of bioavailable cannabis products using nanotechnology.37:15 – What to Expect on a Dispensary TourDana describes preparing seniors for their first dispensary experience and how the tours build comfort and enthusiasm.40:30 – Powerful Patient StoriesFrom cancer patients to Dana's own 93-year-old mother, real-world stories highlight how cannabis has changed lives.44:00 – The Importance of Continuing TreatmentDana warns about stopping cannabis use prematurely and shares a story of cancer recurrence after treatment was discontinued.46:15 – Suppositories and RSO in Capsule FormDana discusses their development of Rick Simpson Oil in gel caps and the benefits of rectal administration.49:00 – What Surprised Dana Most About Seniors and CannabisDana shares her thoughts on the inertia and silence caused by stigma—and the joy that follows when seniors find relief.51:30 – Healthcare Professionals and CannabisDana touches on the silent interest among doctors who privately explore cannabis despite professional restrictions.53:15 – Advice to Cannabis-Curious SeniorsGo slow, start low, and seek education from reputable sources—not smoke shops.54:40 – Message to Healthcare ProvidersCannabis restores dignity, wellness, and joy to aging patients—it's time for providers to listen and learn.56:10 – The Future of Cannabis and Aging in the U.S.Dana envisions greater acceptance, research, and a medical resurgence of cannabis driven by seniors demanding better care.57:50 – Working with Clients NationwideDana explains how people can reach her and where to learn more about her work.59:00 – Closing ThoughtsIan thanks Dana for her work and for sharing her story with Cannabis Health Radio. Visit our website: CannabisHealthRadio.comDiscover products and get expert advice from Swan ApothecaryFollow us on Facebook.Follow us on Instagram.Find us on Rumble.Keep your privacy! Buy NixT420 Odor Remover

Recognising problematic digital use in children and adolescents Identifying clinical and behavioural signs Understanding co-existing mental health conditions Differentiating healthy vs harmful digital use What can healthcare professionals do to help – Practical support and resources Host: Dr Rebecca Overton | Total Time: 36 mins Expert: Prof Wayne Warburton, Registered Psychologist Register for our fortnightly FREE WEBCASTSEvery second Tuesday | 7:00pm-9:00pm AESTSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why do so many healthcare professionals feel the same stress and exhaustion in business that they were trying to escape in the clinic? In Why Most Healthcare Professionals Burn Out in Business, host Suzy Wraines takes you beyond the buzzwords and deep into her own story of burnout, healing, and finding her mission. She reveals the real reason burnout follows us out of healthcare, and shares the one must-do first step to break free for good.This isn't business as usual, it's soul-aligned strategy that begins with uncovering your deepest WHY! Suzy isn't here to sugarcoat the transition from provider to entrepreneur; she's walking with you step-by-step through the discomfort, the healing, and ultimately, the clarity that forms the foundation of a business (and life!) you'll love. Get full access to Starting a Business Simplified at startingabusinesssimplified.substack.com/subscribe

What does it actually take to deliver a compelling keynote—and get paid for it? If you've ever said “yes” to a speaking opportunity and then immediately panicked about what to say, this episode is for you. Dr. Lauryn sits down with keynote architect Andrew Chesnutt to unpack how to craft a powerful talk that creates real impact—and real business results. Whether you're dreaming of big stages or just want to clearly communicate your message, this conversation will give you the roadmap.Together, they explore Andrew's step-by-step framework for building a keynote from scratch, why your message matters more than your delivery, and how to avoid the common mistakes that kill momentum on stage. They also cover how to repurpose keynotes into social media and podcast content, why “authority by proximity” is your secret weapon, and how to turn your personal story into your most powerful sales tool.Key TakeawaysStructure Beats Spontaneity: A successful keynote follows a proven structure—from a strong hook to clear teaching points and a memorable close. Andrew outlines the blueprint for building a compelling talk that works every time.Find Your Unique Message: The best speakers aren't trying to say everything—they're focused on one mission, one audience, and one clear call to action. Andrew explains how to niche down without losing impact.Authority by Proximity Works: Sharing the stage or podcast mic with respected voices instantly elevates your own credibility. Learn how to use interviews, speaking, and podcasting as tools for building trust.Start Before You're Ready: Most entrepreneurs wait too long to speak. Andrew shares why you don't need a fancy bio to start—just a clear purpose and the willingness to get on stage.About the GuestAndrew Chesnutt is the founder of The Authority Forge, where he helps entrepreneurs, coaches, and experts turn their voice into influence through keynotes and podcasting. With nearly two decades of experience in the learning industry and a background in tech, Andrew has helped build two seven-figure businesses. Today, he's focused on helping 100,000 entrepreneurs craft messages that matter and deliver talks that convert. He's also the host of Hustle and Grind, a podcast exploring the origin stories of real entrepreneurs.Interested in working with Andrew? Check out The Authority ForgeEmail Andrew directly: andrew@theauthorityforge.comFollow Andrew: LinkedIn | Instagram Resources:Join The Uncharted CEO: An 8-week immersive experience for clinic owners designed to increase revenue, maximize profits, and build cash flow systems that create freedom NOW, not at 65. Founder's pricing spots are going fast, secure yours today!Join The Uncharted Collective: A Membership for Healthcare Professionals to Build a Profitable Personal Brand in Just 2 Hours a WeekFollow She Slays on YouTube to watch video versions of the show and get additional content!Sign up for the Weekly Slay newsletter!Follow She Slays and Dr. Lauryn:

With the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards coming into effect on 1st November 2025, dietitians are more central than ever to aged care quality. In this episode, we're joined by Louise Murray, APD and Principal Consultant at Nosh Dietitians Co. to unpack what's changing and how dietitians can step confidently into their evolving roles. Louise explores how we can use our seat at the table to advocate, influence foodservice, and bridge the gap between clinical and catering. From screening to resident feedback loops and 24/7 snack access models, this episode is packed with practical takeaways. In the episode, we discuss: Why dietitians are key to bridging clinical care and catering The importance of turning screening insights into meaningful action Practical ideas to support 24/7 food access and improve mealtime experiences How to advocate effectively and use your “seat at the table” for resident-centred care Hosted by Rebecca Sparrowhawk Click here for the shownotes The content, products and/or services referred to in this podcast are intended for Health Care Professionals only and are not, and are not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. The content is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgement before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking action. The reference to particular products and/or services in this episode does not constitute any form of endorsement. Please see here for terms and conditions.

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Do you know your Human Design? You'll probably want to know what you are while listening to this episode, so use this link to find out!What if the key to avoiding burnout and working in true alignment isn't another productivity hack—but understanding your human design type? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Lauryn welcomes human design expert Mel McSherry to explore how our energetic blueprints can radically reshape how we rest, lead, and grow our businesses. Whether you've never looked up your chart or you've got it memorized, this conversation will shift how you think about your work rhythm and your team's.Together, they break down how each human design type—Generators, Projectors, Manifestors, Manifesting Generators, and Reflectors—approaches energy cycles, productivity, and leadership. Mel shares actionable ways to prevent burnout, create more sustainable team dynamics, and make decisions that feel aligned instead of forced. If you've ever struggled with rest guilt or felt out of sync in your business, this one's for you.Key Takeaways:Human design reveals your unique energy cycle, showing when to push and when to rest to avoid burnout and maximize productivity.Each design type functions differently in business, and understanding those differences can improve both solo work and team leadership.Transparent leadership rooted in self-awareness allows business owners to align their communication, delegation, and decision-making with their true energetic strengths.Rest doesn't always mean stillness, especially for types like Manifesting Generators—it may look like switching tasks or channeling energy elsewhere.About the Guest:Mel McSherry is an international business guide, speaker, and Human Design expert who helps entrepreneurs and leaders create success on their own terms. With over 13 years of entrepreneurial experience, she blends practical strategy with energetic alignment to help her clients work less and make more. Mel's signature approach integrates Human Design into business coaching, helping individuals better understand how they're designed to operate, lead, and thrive—without the hustle.Follow Mel: Instagram Work with Mel: Human Design Starter PackResources:Join The Uncharted Collective: A Membership for Healthcare Professionals to Build a Profitable Personal Brand in Just 2 Hours a WeekJoin the waitlist for Multipassionate EntrepreneurFollow She Slays on YouTube to watch video versions of the show and get additional content!Sign up for the Weekly Slay newsletter!Follow She Slays and Dr. Lauryn: Instagram | X | LinkedIn | FacebookSign up

In this episode of the Saving Lives Podcast, we review a 2025 NEJM-Evidence study analyzing over 21,000 cases of severe hyponatremia to determine the safest and most effective correction rates. Learn why moderate correction (8–10 mmol/L/day) may actually reduce mortality, and how central pontine myelinolysis (CPM) remains rare even with faster correction. The Vasopressor & Inotrope HandbookI have written "The Vasopressor & Inotrope Handbook: A Practical Guide for Healthcare Professionals," a must-read for anyone caring for critically ill patients (check out the reviews)! You have several options to get a physical copy. Amazon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/47qJZe1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Affiliate Link)My Store: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://eddyjoemd.myshopify.com/products/the-vasopressor-inotrope-handbook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Use "podcast" to save 10%)Citation: Seethapathy H, Zhao S, Ouyang T, Passos C, Sarang A, Cheung PW, Waikar SS, Steele DJR, Kalim S, Allegretti AS, Ayus JC, Nigwekar SU. Severe Hyponatremia Correction, Mortality, and Central Pontine Myelinolysis. NEJM Evid. 2023 Oct;2(10):EVIDoa2300107. doi: 10.1056/EVIDoa2300107. Epub 2023 Sep 26. PMID: 38320180.

In this episode, we analyze a June 2025 study from the Journal of Intensive Care, which shows that lower hemoglobin levels at admission are strongly associated with worse outcomes in cardiogenic shock. We dive into the data from the FRENSHOCK registry, uncover key subgroup findings, and discuss implications for transfusion strategies. Could this shift how we manage anemia in shock? Tune in and find out.The Vasopressor & Inotrope HandbookI have written "The Vasopressor & Inotrope Handbook: A Practical Guide for Healthcare Professionals," a must-read for anyone caring for critically ill patients (check out the reviews)! You have several options to get a physical copy. Amazon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/47qJZe1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Affiliate Link)My Store: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://eddyjoemd.myshopify.com/products/the-vasopressor-inotrope-handbook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Use "podcast" to save 10%)Citation: Cherbi M, Levy B, Merdji H, Puymirat E, Bonnefoy E, Vardon F, Elbaz M, Morel O, Leurent G, Lamblin N, Gerbaud E, Gautier P, Roubille F, Delmas C. Hemoglobin in cardiogenic shock: the lower, the poorer survival. J Intensive Care. 2025 Jun 23;13(1):36. doi: 10.1186/s40560-025-00805-y. PMID: 40551259.

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People living with diabetes often focus on managing blood sugars, medications, and diet — but skin health is an equally important and often overlooked part of the picture. In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman sits down with Dr. Tanya Nino, a board-certified dermatologist, to explore the skin conditions commonly seen in people with diabetes. From everyday concerns like dry, itchy skin to more serious fungal infections and rare complications like necrobiosis lipoidica, Dr. Nino offers clear explanations, helpful tips, and guidance on when to seek medical care. This episode is packed with practical advice to help people living with diabetes better protect and care for their skin.Key Topics:Dry skin in people with diabetes often results from impaired barrier function and poor circulation, increasing the risk of cracks, infection, and delayed healing.Yeast infections in skin folds are more common when high blood sugar and trapped moisture allow Candida to thrive, particularly under the breasts, groin, or abdomen.Fungal infections like athlete's foot and nail fungus are harder to treat in diabetes and can lead to serious foot complications if not managed early.Chronic itching and the itch-scratch cycle are common with dry diabetic skin and can worsen inflammation and skin damage without proper care.Dark skin patches (acanthosis nigricans) may signal insulin resistance and are often seen on the neck or underarms in people with type 2 diabetes.Shin spots (diabetic dermopathy) are harmless but visible signs of microvascular damage from long-term diabetes, often triggered by minor trauma.Skin tags in high-friction areas are linked to insulin resistance and may be an early physical marker of metabolic syndrome or type 2 diabetes.Necrobiosis lipoidica, a rare condition in type 1 diabetes, causes fragile reddish plaques on the shins that can ulcerate and require dermatologic care.Skin care for people with diabetes is essential to prevent infections, detect warning signs early, and protect overall health. ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode of the Saving Lives Podcast, we reviews a 2024 multicenter study on valproic acid for hyperactive delirium and agitation in ICU patients. The findings show that VPA may help reduce sedation needs, improve ventilator synchrony, and resolve delirium without major adverse effects. Tune in for practical insights into this emerging option for complex critical care cases.The Vasopressor & Inotrope HandbookI have written "The Vasopressor & Inotrope Handbook: A Practical Guide for Healthcare Professionals," a must-read for anyone caring for critically ill patients (check out the reviews)! You have several options to get a physical copy. Amazon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/47qJZe1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Affiliate Link)My Store: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://eddyjoemd.myshopify.com/products/the-vasopressor-inotrope-handbook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Use "podcast" to save 10%)Citation: Nuti O, Merchan C, Ahuja T, Arnouk S, Papadopoulos J, Katz A. Valproic Acid for Hyperactive Delirium and Agitation in Critically Ill Patients. J Intensive Care Med. 2025 May;40(5):519-527. doi: 10.1177/08850666241302760. Epub 2024 Dec 8. PMID: 39648603.

Gut health is a hot topic in nutrition, and new research is reshaping how we think about the role of everyday foods in supporting the microbiome. In this episode, Associate Professor Jessica Biesiekierski unpacks the latest science on eggs and gut health. You'll hear about surprising research findings on everyday foods, like eggs, and walk away with practical ways to apply this knowledge in patient care. In the episode, we discuss: How food influences gut health and the microbiome Key nutrients for digestive health The emerging science behind eggs and gut health Short-chain fatty acids and the gut barrier Evidence-based tips for communicating effectively with patients Hosted by Brooke Delfino Click here for the shownotes The content, products and/or services referred to in this podcast are intended for Health Care Professionals only and are not, and are not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. The content is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgement before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking action. The reference to particular products and/or services in this episode does not constitute any form of endorsement. Please see here for terms and conditions.

In this episode of Nursing Uncharted, we dive into the critical topic of mental health for nurses. Ann is joined by Dr. Matt Boland to discuss the importance of acknowledging and addressing mental health challenges within the nursing profession, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Together, they explore key concepts such as emotional regulation, the effects of suppression, coping with trauma, and recognizing signs of distress. The episode also highlights practical self-care strategies, the value of seeking professional help, and the necessity of fostering supportive work environments for healthcare professionals.Chapters00:00 – Mental Health Awareness for Nurses02:56 – Understanding Emotional Regulation06:01 – Navigating Stressful Situations08:59 – The Impact of Suppression on Mental Health12:01 – Coping with Trauma in Nursing14:49 – Recognizing Signs of Distress18:02 – The Importance of Self-Care20:56 – Practical Strategies for Emotional Well-Being23:46 – Seeking Professional Help27:06 – Building a Supportive Work Environment30:07 – Final Thoughts and ResourcesAbout Dr. Matt BolandDr. Matthew Boland is a university lecturer and licensed clinical psychologist. He completed his PhD at the University of Nevada and a clinical research fellowship at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine. Dr. Boland conducts structured assessments and psychotherapy with medical patients and mental health consumers. He teaches university courses and supervises psychiatric residents conducting psychotherapy in a medical school setting. Additionally, he works as a forensic expert witness in civil and criminal legal cases.Dr. Boland is a published researcher in the areas of trauma/posttraumatic stress and emotional regulation in anxiety and depression. He provides peer reviews for scientific journals and medical reviews for Healthline.com network sites. He is also featured in informational videos on mental health topics as “Dr. Matt B.” In his spare time, he enjoys skiing and hiking in the Sierras, sailing, working on his surfing skills, and traveling to his favorite destinations.Websites: bridgepsych.info & mattbphd.comLinkedIn: @dr-mattbInstagram: @dr.mattbFacebook: @dr.mattbYouTube: @dr-mattb Celebrate Nurses Month with us on Instagram @AMNNurse! About AnnAnn King, a seasoned travel nurse with a remarkable 14-year track record, has dedicated the past 13 years to specializing in Neonatal ICU. Ann has been traveling with AMN Healthcare for 4.5 years, enriching her expertise with diverse experiences. Currently residing in San Diego, Ann not only thrives in her nursing career but also serves as the host of the Nursing Uncharted podcast, where she shares invaluable insights and stories from the world of nursing. Connect with Ann on Instagram @annifer05 No Better Place than CA! Book your assignment in the Golden State Today! Level up your career today! Find your dream travel assignment! Support for every step. Learn more about AMN Healthcare's EAP Program. Share the opportunity and refer a friend today! Ready to start your next travel assignment in the Golden State? Browse CA Jobs! Episode Sponsor:We're proudly sponsored by AMN Healthcare, the leader in healthcare staffing and workforce solutions. Explore their services at AMN Healthcare. Discover job opportunities and manage your assignments with ease using AMN Passport. Download the AMN Passport App today! Join Our Communities: WebsiteYouTubeInstagramApple PodcastsSpotifyLinkedInFacebook Powered by AMN Healthcare

Host Ericka Adler sits down with Treasa Moran, Financial Advisor at Anchor Point Wealth Advisors, to discuss the unique financial challenges and opportunities facing healthcare professionals. From managing student debt and planning for retirement, to understanding the emotional side of money, this episode is packed with insights for physicians, dentists, and other providers at every stage of their careers. Highlights include how emotions influence financial decisions, building your personal financial advisory team, strategies for budgeting, investing, and protecting your assets and why early planning is key to long-term success. Tune in to gain empowering financial strategies tailored to the healthcare field. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

High-performance nutrition isn't just for elite athletes anymore. In the latest episode of the Dietitian Connection podcast, we explore how nutrition strategies once reserved for the sports arena are now fueling success for executives, entrepreneurs, and other high-performing individuals. Performance dietitian, Tony Castillo of @coach_TonyCastillo, joins us to share his unique approach in helping clients in high-pressure environments excel — not only by optimizing their physical health but by managing stress, preventing burnout, and sustaining energy and focus. In the episode, we discuss: How high-performance nutrition applies beyond sports and into everyday life The critical role of personalization in helping clients achieve success Why listening is the most underrated skill in nutrition counselling Practical strategies for supporting clients under pressure – think tight schedules, long hours and endless travel Hosted by Kristin Houts Click here for the shownotes The content, products and/or services referred to in this podcast are intended for Health Care Professionals only and are not, and are not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. The content is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgement before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking action. The reference to particular products and/or services in this episode does not constitute any form of endorsement. Please see here for terms and conditions.

When complications like chronic kidney disease and Type 1 diabetes intersect, it can feel overwhelming. In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman sits down with Kristen Hohmann, a Type 1 diabetic who underwent both kidney and pancreas transplants, to explore her journey of managing diabetes, overcoming kidney failure, and pursuing the life-changing decision to undergo a dual organ transplant. Kristen shares the emotional, physical, and mental challenges she faced along the way, offering valuable insights into the transplant process and the importance of self-advocacy.Key Topics:Kristen's diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes and the progression to kidney failureThe emotional toll of needing a kidney transplantHow Kristen researched and decided on a kidney and pancreas transplantThe transplant process: Waiting for a donor and the realities of the surgeryThe challenges of recovery and life after receiving a new kidney and pancreasHow self-advocacy played a crucial role in Kristen's journeyThe importance of a multidisciplinary approach to diabetes care and transplant managementInsights into life after diabetes and the impact of the transplant on Kristen's healthAmerican Diabetes Association (ADA): www.diabetes.orgNational Kidney Foundation: www.kidney.orgMayo Clinic Transplant Services: www.mayoclinic.org ★ Support this podcast ★

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-436 Overview: Many patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are improperly treated with inhaled corticosteroids (ICS), increasing their risk of harm. This episode explores the latest evidence on long-term ICS risks and provides practical guidance to help you align COPD care with current guidelines—improving outcomes while minimizing adverse effects like pneumonia, cataracts, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and osteoporosis. Episode resource links: Pace WD, Callen E, Gaona-Villarreal G, Shaikh A, Yawn BP. Adverse outcomes associated with inhaled corticosteroid use in individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Ann Fam Med. 2025;23(2):127-135. doi:10.1370/afm.240030 Pocket Guide to COPD Diagnosis, Management, and Prevention: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. 2025 Edition. Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease. https://goldcopd.org/2025-gold-report/ Guest: Jillian Joseph, PA-C   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-436 Overview: Many patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are improperly treated with inhaled corticosteroids (ICS), increasing their risk of harm. This episode explores the latest evidence on long-term ICS risks and provides practical guidance to help you align COPD care with current guidelines—improving outcomes while minimizing adverse effects like pneumonia, cataracts, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and osteoporosis. Episode resource links: Pace WD, Callen E, Gaona-Villarreal G, Shaikh A, Yawn BP. Adverse outcomes associated with inhaled corticosteroid use in individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Ann Fam Med. 2025;23(2):127-135. doi:10.1370/afm.240030 Pocket Guide to COPD Diagnosis, Management, and Prevention: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. 2025 Edition. Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease. https://goldcopd.org/2025-gold-report/ Guest: Jillian Joseph, PA-C   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

In this episode of Ditch the Lab Coat, Dr. Mark Bonta sits down with Dr. Dov Gebien for a deeply personal and raw conversation about addiction, stigma, and redemption within the medical profession. Dr. Gebien, an emergency physician, shares his courageous story of opioid addiction—tracing his journey from the initial dependency that crept in after multiple back surgeries, through the devastating fallout of withdrawal, arrest, and prison, to his eventual recovery and fight to reclaim both his medical license and sense of self.The episode explores the culture of medicine and the harsh judgment often faced by healthcare professionals struggling with substance use. Dr. Gebien opens up about the profound shame and isolation that accompany addiction, explaining how secrecy and fear of exposure perpetuate suffering. He discusses how his turning point came when he finally “came clean,” recounting the unexpected compassion from some colleagues, but also the widespread mistreatment and lack of understanding he encountered—especially compared to how the system treats those with alcohol use disorder or physical illness.Dr. Gebien and Dr. Bonta delve into how the medical system, historically complicit in the opioid crisis, continues to stigmatize opioid addiction in its ranks, and they candidly address the punitive versus rehabilitative paths offered to healthcare workers in crisis. Dr. Gebien reflects on how recovery transformed his approach to medicine, fostering empathy and changing the way he relates to patients facing addiction.Now a community physician, public speaker, and researcher with published work on Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, Dr. Gebien unpacks his reinvention and the ongoing challenges of regaining trust and credibility within his field. The episode is a powerful meditation on perseverance, accountability, and hope—the “hard-won kind” forged through adversity.Episode Highlights1. The Power of Honesty : Telling the truth about addiction, even when it's painful, is the starting point for recovery and lightens the emotional burden.2. Compassion Over Judgment : Healthcare needs more compassion and less stigma toward addiction—judgment only deepens isolation and suffering for both patients and clinicians.3. Addiction Knows No Boundaries : Opioid addiction can affect anyone—doctors, professionals, or neighbors—not just the stereotypical “skid row” population.4. Burnout Breeds Judgment : Compassion fatigue and harsh attitudes in emergency medicine can lead to diminished empathy for those with addiction struggles.5. Redefining Professional Redemption : Recovery and return to practice after addiction require perseverance, transparency, and a willingness to rebuild credibility from scratch.6. Forgiveness and Second Chances Reintegration into medicine is possible, but it demands humility, hard work, and meeting rigorous requirements to ensure public safety.7. Continuous Recovery Accountability Structured support systems—therapy groups, monitoring, and regular check-ins—are vital in maintaining long-term recovery and reducing relapse risk.8. Experience Builds Better Doctors Personal hardship, including addiction and recovery, can foster stronger empathy, better listening skills, and more effective patient care.Episode Timestamps3:32 – Resilient Hope Amid Adversity9:32 – Addiction's Story: A Broader Insight10:54 – Opioid Dependency Misunderstanding17:12 – Compassion in Addiction Treatment21:07 – Forgiveness and Reintegration in Healthcare23:39 – Challenges Reveal True Character27:13 – Recovery: Holistic Approaches Versus Cure29:38 – Expressing Myself Through Recovery33:20 – Challenges of Reintegration for Felons37:01 – Healthcare Workers' Untreated Disorders Insight39:10 – Diaphragm Cramp Research Breakthrough42:33 – Rediscovering Purpose in Medicine45:00 – Secrets, Addiction, and Consequences48:44 – Finding Hope After DisgraceDISCLAMER >>>>>>    The Ditch Lab Coat podcast serves solely for general informational purposes and does not serve as a substitute for professional medical services such as medicine or nursing. It does not establish a doctor/patient relationship, and the use of information from the podcast or linked materials is at the user's own risk. The content does not aim to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and users should promptly seek guidance from healthcare professionals for any medical conditions.   >>>>>> The expressed opinions belong solely to the hosts and guests, and they do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the Hospitals, Clinics, Universities, or any other organization associated with the host or guests.    Disclosures: Ditch The Lab Coat podcast is produced by (Podkind.co) and is independent of Dr. Bonta's teaching and research roles at McMaster University, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and Queens University. 

"Inflation is killing us." Connect With Our SponsorsGreyFinch - https://greyfinch.com/jillallen/A-Dec - https://www.a-dec.com/orthodonticsSmileSuite - http://getsmilesuite.com/ Summary In this conversation, Scott Broadbent discusses the importance of tax credits for healthcare professionals, particularly orthodontists. He explains how his company, Acquire Tax Credits, helps practitioners navigate the complexities of tax credits and the recent changes in tax legislation that could benefit them. Scott emphasizes the significance of documenting research and development efforts to qualify for these credits and addresses common misconceptions about the process. The discussion also highlights the potential financial impact of tax credits on new and established practices, encouraging doctors to take advantage of available resources. In this conversation, Scott Broadbent discusses the importance of tax credits for dental practices and introduces the SCUBA program, designed to provide peace of mind for patients while enhancing revenue for dentists. He emphasizes the collaboration with CPAs to ensure proper implementation and maximization of tax benefits. The discussion also covers the cost structure of the SCUBA program and its potential impact on practice profitability. Scott concludes with insights on customer service trends and the value of teaching patients to manage their dental care effectively. Connect With Our Guest Acquire Tax Credits - https://acquiretaxcredits.com/ Takeaways Tax credits can significantly benefit healthcare professionals.Many practitioners are unaware of the tax credits available to them.The PATH Act expanded the scope of qualifying for tax credits.Documentation is crucial for successfully claiming tax credits.New practices can leverage tax credits to alleviate financial burdens.The recent budget bill may enhance tax credit opportunities.Collaboration with CPAs is essential in the tax credit process.Misconceptions about R&D tax credits can deter practitioners from applying.The audit rate for R&D claims is relatively low.Proper preparation can lead to successful tax credit claims. Tax credits can significantly benefit dental practices.Collaboration with CPAs is crucial for maximizing tax benefits.The SCUBA program offers peace of mind for patients.Dentists can retain patients better with structured care plans.The SCUBA program is designed to be easy for dental staff to implement.Dentists keep 80% of the revenue generated from the SCUBA program.Inflation impacts dental practices, necessitating innovative solutions.Patient retention is key to long-term practice success.The SCUBA program can enhance profitability for dental practices.Providing peace of mind can lead to increased patient loyalty.Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Scott Broadbent and Acquire Tax Credits02:05 Understanding Tax Credits for Healthcare Professionals06:00 The Impact of Tax Credits on New Practices10:04 Recent Changes in Tax Legislation14:00 Navigating the Tax Credit Process17:59 Addressing Common Concerns and Misconceptions22:31 Navigating Tax Credits for Dental Practices27:02 Understanding SCUBA: A Peace of Mind Program for Dentists35:36 Cost and Implementation of SCUBA Program41:20 Final Thoughts and Speed Round Insights Are you ready to start a practice of your own? Do you need a fresh set of eyes or some advice in your existing practice?Reach out to me- www.practiceresults.com.     If you like what we are doing here on Hey Docs! and want to hear more of this awesome content, give us a 5-star Rating on your preferred listening platform and subscribe to our show so you never miss an episode.   New episodes drop every Thursday!    Episode Credits: Hosted by Jill AllenProduced by Jordann KillionAudio Engineering by Garrett Lucero

In the latest episode of the HealthLawHotSpot,  host Ericka Adler sits down with Treasa Moran, Financial Advisor at Anchor Point Wealth Advisors, to discuss the unique financial challenges and opportunities facing healthcare professionals. From managing student debt and planning for retirement,  to understanding the emotional side of money, this episode is packed with insights for physicians, dentists, and other providers at every stage of their careers. Highlights include how emotions influence financial decisions, building your personal financial advisory team, strategies for budgeting, investing, and protecting your assets and why early planning is key to long-term success. Tune in to gain empowering financial strategies tailored to the healthcare field.

Managing Type 1 diabetes is complex, but when an eating disorder like diabulimia enters the picture, it becomes even more challenging. In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman and Dr. Jeremy Pettus sat down with clinical psychologist Dr. Liana Abascal to explore the psychological and physical impact of eating disorders, particularly diabulimia, in individuals with Type 1 diabetes. They dive deep into the signs, risk factors, and treatment strategies for those struggling with both diabetes and eating disorders.Key Topics:Understanding diabulimia and how it affects people with Type 1 diabetesThe psychological link between body image, control, and diabetesHow disordered eating behaviors can develop in people with Type 1 diabetesTreatment strategies: Addressing both the psychological and physical aspects of careThe importance of a multidisciplinary approach to treating diabulimiaHow healthcare providers can better support patients with Type 1 diabetes and eating disordersAvailable resources for patients and families dealing with eating disorders in diabetesDiabulimia Hotline: www.diabulimiahotline.orgAmerican Diabetes Association (ADA): www.diabetes.org ★ Support this podcast ★

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Certified coach Kathleen Muldoon discusses her article, "The cost of presence: a lesson in listening." She recounts a poignant experience observing a health care student disengaged during a powerful presentation by a mother sharing her life as a caregiver to children with disabilities. Kathleen, who is also a medical school faculty member and mother to a child with complex health needs, reflects on the immense value of such shared stories for interprofessional students and the "cost of presence" willingly paid by these community educators. The conversation delves into the critical need for future health care professionals to cultivate presence, active listening, and empathy, even amidst academic pressures. Kathleen emphasizes that while technical skills are vital, truly seeing and hearing patients is foundational to compassionate and effective care. The key takeaway is: Medical education must actively foster an environment where students learn to honor patient narratives and engage with genuine human connection, as these qualities are as indispensable as clinical knowledge for the future of health care. Our presenting sponsor is Microsoft Dragon Copilot. Microsoft Dragon Copilot, your AI assistant for clinical workflow, is transforming how clinicians work. Now you can streamline and customize documentation, surface information right at the point of care, and automate tasks with just a click. Part of Microsoft Cloud for Healthcare, Dragon Copilot offers an extensible AI workspace and a single, integrated platform to help unlock new levels of efficiency. Plus, it's backed by a proven track record and decades of clinical expertise—and it's built on a foundation of trust. It's time to ease your administrative burdens and stay focused on what matters most with Dragon Copilot, your AI assistant for clinical workflow. VISIT SPONSOR → https://aka.ms/kevinmd SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended

Navigating Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (FPIES) can be complex, but dietitians have a crucial role in supporting families with clarity and care. In this episode, we're joined by Ingrid Roche, APD and co-director of Advanced Dietitians Group, to explore the foundations of FPIES — from diagnosis to multidisciplinary care. Ingrid shares practical strategies for maintaining nutritional adequacy, managing feeding challenges, guiding safe food reintroductions, and supporting parents through the emotional journey. Whether you're new to paediatric allergy or looking to deepen your expertise, this conversation is filled with evidence-based insights and practical takeaways to strengthen your practice. In the episode, we discuss: What FPIES is and how it differs from other food allergies The dietitian's role in diagnosis, nutrition support and care planning Approaches to feeding challenges and supporting parent confidence Practical guidance for safe and structured food reintroduction Hosted by Rebecca Sparrowhawk Click here for the shownotes The content, products and/or services referred to in this podcast are intended for Health Care Professionals only and are not, and are not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. The content is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgement before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking action. The reference to particular products and/or services in this episode does not constitute any form of endorsement. Please see here for terms and conditions.

In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, host Dylan Silver interviews Dr. Jami Bryant, a former healthcare professional turned commercial real estate expert and business broker. They discuss Jami's transition from healthcare to real estate, the importance of networking, and the unique challenges and opportunities in the commercial real estate market, particularly in the healthcare sector. Jami shares insights on the role of a business broker, the future of healthcare real estate, and the impact of the pandemic on hospitals and healthcare facilities.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

As we enter the warmer months, the Healthcare Professionals walk us through what we need to know about tick and mosquito season. Also, headaches and migraines come up, too. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You asked, we answered. In this myth-busting Q&A, we're joined by leading science communicator and Advanced APD Dr Tim Crowe – the voice behind the Thinking Nutrition blog and podcast. From intermittent fasting to protein fixation, Tim shares practical, evidence-based insights to help dietitians cut through the noise and stay sharp on the science. In the episode, we discuss: Intermittent fasting – what does the science say? The nuance of ultra-processed foods Creatine for fatigue, brain health and beyond Seed oils – science vs scare tactics Why protein is popping up everywhere Hosted by Brooke Delfino  Click here for the shownotes The content, products and/or services referred to in this podcast are intended for Health Care Professionals only and are not, and are not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. The content is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgement before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking action. The reference to particular products and/or services in this episode does not constitute any form of endorsement. Please see here for terms and conditions.

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Managing diabetes isn't just about numbers—it's also about handling the emotional toll that comes with it. In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman and Dr. Jeremy Pettus sit down with leading diabetes psychologist Dr. Bill Polonsky to unpack the mental health side of living with diabetes. From feeling overwhelmed by constant decision-making to dealing with burnout, they explore the real-life emotional challenges people with diabetes face every day. You'll learn how to recognize the signs of diabetes distress, how it's different from clinical depression, and where to find support that actually helps.Key Topics:The difference between frustration, distress, burnout, and depressionWhy diabetes distress is often mistaken for depressionHow common burnout really is among people with diabetesSigns of disengagement with your diabetes management and when to take actionWhy antidepressants usually aren't the solutionWhat kinds of support actually help with diabetes distressTools to assess your own level of distressWhere to find mental health resources specific to diabetes burnout diabetesdistress.orgbehavioraldiabetes.orgVisit TCOYD's Website for more diabetes edutainment for people living with diabetes: tcoyd.org**Tune in for two new episodes each month! Like what you hear and want to help us grow? Please rate and review this podcast so we can reach more people living with diabetes!**Follow our social media channels to empower yourself with the essential areas of diabetes knowledge led by two endocrinologists living with type 1 diabetes: Facebook  |  Instagram  |  YouTube ★ Support this podcast ★

Why is iron so important in the early years, and how can dietitians help families get it right from the start? In this follow-up episode from our hugely popular Paediatric Symposium, Associate Professor Ewa Szymlek-Gay dives into the science and practicalities of iron nutrition in babies and toddlers – from starting solids to supplements. A must-listen for dietitians working in paediatrics, maternal health or family nutrition.  In the episode, we discuss: Why iron matters in early childhood When and how to introduce iron-rich foods Iron-rich options for baby-led weaning Practical tips for vegetarian and plant-based families Iron enhancers and inhibitors explained Hosted by Brooke Delfino  Supported by Meat & Livestock Australia Click here for the shownotes The content, products and/or services referred to in this podcast are intended for Health Care Professionals only and are not, and are not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. The content is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgement before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking action. The reference to particular products and/or services in this episode does not constitute any form of endorsement. Please see here for terms and conditions.

In this episode of the Healthcare Plus Podcast, Quint Studer is joined by Dr. Roger Kapoor, physician leader and author of Working Happy!: How to Survive Burnout and Find Your Work/Life Synergy in the Healthcare Industry. Quint and Dr. Kapoor dive deep into one of healthcare's most urgent challenges: burnout. Drawing from personal experience, clinical insight, and extensive research, Dr. Kapoor explores why so many healthcare professionals are feeling overwhelmed—and what we can do about it. He explains that burnout isn't just a workplace issue; it often starts within ourselves, and recognizing this can be the first step toward healing.Listeners will hear why “work/life balance” may be a flawed concept and how “work/life synergy” can offer a more sustainable, fulfilling way forward. They'll learn about the powerful concept of ikigai (a Japanese term for “reason for being”) and how finding purpose in even the smallest moments can bring resilience and joy back to a healthcare career. Dr. Kapoor also explores fundamentals like diet, exercise, and sleep in a way that's fresh and compelling. (You'll love his insights on the “night shift janitors” that clear out the waste in our brains.)This episode is a must-listen for anyone in healthcare who's grappling with stress, seeking practical ways to recharge, or simply wanting to reconnect with the meaning behind their work.About Dr. Roger KapoorRoger Kapoor, MD, MBA, is the senior vice president of Beloit Health System in Beloit, Wisconsin, a community-based nonprofit hospital with approximately 23 service locations. He is a Harvard-trained dermatologist who also holds an MBA from the University of Oxford in England and has authored numerous peer-reviewed scientific articles published in professional journals including the New England Journal of Medicine. He was the recipient of the Wisconsin Medical Society's Kenneth M. Viste, Jr., MD, Young Physician Leadership Award and named one of the Top 25 Emerging Leaders in Healthcare by Modern Healthcare.  Kapoor has been credited with re-engineering the delivery of healthcare to his community, resulting in a dramatic rise in patient satisfaction at his institution from a stagnant 16th percentile to an astonishing 88th percentile in less than a year. He concurrently ushered in transformative results in quality, leading teams to achieve three consecutive “A” ratings from the national watchdog group Leapfrog, a four-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Five-Star Quality Rating System, and numerous quality-of-care pathway accolades. As a practicing board-certified dermatologist, he has built a successful medical and cosmetic dermatology practice using advanced techniques to help patients live happier, healthier lives. His book Working Happy! How to Survive Burnout and Find Your Work/Life Synergy in the Healthcare Industry was published in 2024.

In this Heart Week special, we're joined by Dr Rebecca Luong – Accredited Practising Dietitian, Sports Dietitian and PhD-qualified expert in cardiometabolic health. With a passion for practical, culturally inclusive care, Rebecca shares real-world strategies for supporting heart health across diverse populations. In the episode, we discuss: How heart disease risk presents across different cultural groups Real case studies in cardiometabolic nutrition How to adapt traditional food practices for heart health Strategies for overcoming engagement and access barriers Practical tips for flavourful, heart-smart meals Hosted by Brooke Delfino Click here for the shownotes The content, products and/or services referred to in this podcast are intended for Health Care Professionals only and are not, and are not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. The content is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgement before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking action. The reference to particular products and/or services in this episode does not constitute any form of endorsement. Please see here for terms and conditions.

In this jam-packed episode, Dr. Jeremy Pettus and Dr. Steve Edelman team up with special guest Dr. David Ahn to break down the latest and greatest in diabetes technology for 2025. From extended-wear CGMs to fully automatic hybrid closed-loop pumps and dual-hormonal systems, this episode is your complete guide to what's available now and what's coming soon. Whether you're on MDI, using a pump, or considering a tech upgrade, this conversation will help you navigate the expanding world of devices—and find the right setup for you.Key Topics:Extended-Wear CGMs: The Dexcom G7 now lasts over 15 days—and the Eversense implantable sensor lasts a full year.Over-the-Counter CGMs: Learn about Dexcom Stelo and Abbott Lingo, designed for people without diabetes.New Pump Launches: Including Tandem Mobi, Beta Bionics iLet, Sequel Twist, and Medtronic's MiniMed™ 780G with Simplera Sync sensor.Medtronic Simplera Sync: What to know about its U.S. launch, wear time, and integration with the 780G system.Dual-Hormone Systems: Explore how glucagon is being used alongside insulin to prevent lows and simplify diabetes management.Ketone Monitoring: Continuous ketone sensors are on the horizon, and they could change how we detect and prevent DKA.Improved App Integration: Discover updates in CGM and pump interfaces for iPhone and Android, including Libre 3+ and universal app platforms.Customizing Your Combo: Why matching the right CGM with the right pump (or sticking with MDI) is more doable—and more important—than ever. ★ Support this podcast ★

We're continuing our deep dive into ultra-processed foods – this time through the lens of patient and client perspectives. What are people saying in consults? What questions are coming up? And how can dietitians guide informed, balanced conversations? In today's episode, Clara Nosek, registered dietitian and creator of Your Dietitian BFF, shares some of the very real conversations she and fellow dietitians are having about ultra-processed foods and how to support informed decision making in today's food landscape.  In the episode, we discuss: The concerns patients raise about ultra-processed foods and other trending nutrition topics Where patients get nutrition information How to address misinformation without judgement The "stickiness" of making food choices A team approach to educating the public on social media Hosted by Kristin Houts Click here for the shownotes The content, products and/or services referred to in this podcast are intended for Health Care Professionals only and are not, and are not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. The content is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgement before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking action. The reference to particular products and/or services in this episode does not constitute any form of endorsement. Please see here for terms and conditions.

In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Pettus and Dr. Steve Edelman go head-to-head in a friendly face-off between two of the most talked-about medications in diabetes and weight management: Ozempic and Mounjaro. Both are part of the powerful GLP-1 class, but which one might be better for you? From A1C reduction and weight loss to heart and kidney protection, ease of use, side effects, and insurance coverage—Drs. E & P walk you through a category-by-category comparison. They bring the clinical data and their own real-world patient experience to help you understand the key differences (and similarities) between these leading therapies. Whether you're managing type 2 diabetes, living with type 1, or exploring options for weight loss, this episode is designed to help you make an informed decision with your healthcare provider.Key Topics:How These Medications Work: Learn the difference between GLP-1 and dual agonist therapiesA1C Reduction: See which drug leads to greater blood sugar improvements based on head-to-head clinical trials.Weight Loss: Discover how much weight patients lose on each medication—and why Mounjaro often shows stronger results.Heart Health: Understand which medication has FDA approval for cardiovascular protection and what's still under investigation.Kidney Protection: Explore the latest studies showing Ozempic's ability to slow kidney disease progression.Side Effects: Get practical tips on managing common GI side effects and why titration matters.Ease of Use: Compare how the pens work, dosing flexibility, and what may be easier for patients day to day.Sleep Apnea: Find out how Mounjaro earned a new indication for reducing sleep apnea severity—especially through weight loss.Access for Type 1s: Learn why these meds aren't yet approved for T1D and how some patients are still getting them.Emerging Indications: Hear about new uses for these meds, including fatty liver, osteoarthritis, and even alcohol reduction.How to Choose: Get expert guidance on which medication may be right for you based on your goals and health needs. ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode of the Healthy, Wealthy & Smart podcast, host Karen Litzy welcomes Robin Valadares, a seasoned physiotherapist with over 13 years of experience and the founder of Financially Fulfilled Physio. Robin shares his journey in the healthcare field and his passion for financial education, specifically aimed at helping healthcare professionals, particularly physiotherapists, achieve financial security without sacrificing their personal well-being. He discusses the importance of blending physical health with financial literacy and offers insights into how healthcare providers can build wealth and find balance in their careers. Tune in to learn valuable strategies for financial empowerment in the healthcare profession. Time Stamps:  [00:01:34] Financial education for healthcare providers. [00:03:56] Overcoming money mindset challenges. [00:07:12] Practice management finances importance. [00:11:09] Accounting software recommendations. [00:15:40] Financial habits for practice owners. [00:17:48] Diversification of revenue streams. [00:20:11] Common questions for financial advisors. [00:23:40] Revenue streamed investing. [00:27:14] Fear and failure in action. More About Robin: Robin is a healthcare professional—a physiotherapist. Despite his clinical skills, he realized the education system neglects financial literacy. We often prioritize our clients' needs over our financial health, graduating with little knowledge of personal finance, investing, or wealth building. This gap inspired him to become a self-taught financial literacy educator for healthcare professionals. His financial knowledge comes from years of self-education, networking, trial and error, and even failure. He still practice physiotherapy, but has found freedom and fulfillment in financial independence. Over 13+ years, he has seen healthcare professionals desire financial security but lack resources. We're experts in our fields but often struggle with personal finance. That's why he created this platform—to share my knowledge and empower you to take control of your financial future.  Resources from this Episode: Robin's Website Robin on Instagram Robin on LinkedIn Robin on X Free Gift: How to Prepare for a Recession Jane Sponsorship Information: Book a one-on-one demo here Front Desk @ Jane Mention the code LITZY1MO for a free month Follow Dr. Karen Litzy on Social Media: Karen's Twitter Karen's Instagram Karen's LinkedIn Subscribe to Healthy, Wealthy & Smart: YouTube Website Apple Podcast Spotify SoundCloud Stitcher iHeart Radio

April is IBS Awareness Month – the perfect time to spotlight a condition that affects millions worldwide yet is often misunderstood. In this episode, gut health dietitian Chelsea McCallum joins us to unpack the complexities of IBS and share her empowering, food-positive approach to care. In the episode, we discuss: Why IBS is often missed or misunderstood When (and when not) to use the low-FODMAP diet How to guide clients through reintroduction with confidence Strategies to reduce food fear and overwhelm Tips to simplify IBS education in clinical consults Hosted by Brooke Delfino Click here for the shownotes The content, products and/or services referred to in this podcast are intended for Health Care Professionals only and are not, and are not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. The content is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgement before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking action. The reference to particular products and/or services in this episode does not constitute any form of endorsement. Please see here for terms and conditions.

In this episode, leading paediatric dietitian, Deb Blakley, shares her knowledge and expertise in Responsive Feeding Therapy (RFT), a respectful, relationship-based approach to supporting children and families through feeding challenges. Through evidence-informed insights and clinical experience, Deb unpacks what RFT looks like in practice, how dietitians can confidently implement it and the unique value they bring to multidisciplinary care. In this episode, we discuss: What sets RFT apart from traditional feeding methods How to translate the research to everyday practice Practical strategies to navigate feeding challenges Elevating the role of dietitians in multidisciplinary paediatric feeding care Hosted by Rebecca Sparrowhawk Click here for the shownotes The content, products and/or services referred to in this podcast are intended for Health Care Professionals only and are not, and are not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. The content is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgement before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking action. The reference to particular products and/or services in this episode does not constitute any form of endorsement. Please see here for terms and conditions.

In this episode, In this episode, Dr. Jessica Steier and Dr. Sarah Scheinman explore the critical issue of healthcare provider burnout with guests Claire Knapp and Dr. Tapas Mukherjee. The scientists discuss the Healing the Healers campaign, examining the widespread distress among healthcare professionals and the complex factors contributing to burnout. They investigate the multifaceted challenges facing medical workers, including administrative burdens, emotional stress, and increasing complexity of patient care. The conversation highlights the alarming rates of professionals leaving the healthcare field and emphasizes the need for systemic changes to support and retain medical workers. Throughout the episode, the experts discuss innovative solutions and advocacy efforts aimed at addressing burnout, providing listeners with a comprehensive understanding of this pressing healthcare challenge. https://havaslynx.com/thought-leadership/healing-the-healers/ (00:00) Intro (04:34) The Healing the Healers Campaign (09:36) Research Insights on Burnout (12:24) Specialty Trends in Burnout (17:36) Defining Burnout in Healthcare (19:24) The Emotional Toll on Healthcare Providers (21:24) The Burden of Medical Knowledge (24:35) The Catch-22 of Patient Care (27:03) The Human Cost of Healthcare (29:31) The Exodus of Healthcare Professionals (33:10) Innovations in Medical Education (34:40) Raising Awareness and Advocacy (37:38) Hope and Healing the Healers (42:44) Community Support and Gratitude ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Interested in advertising with us? Please reach out to advertising@airwavemedia.com, with “Unbiased Science” in the subject line. PLEASE NOTE: The discussion and information provided in this podcast are for general educational, scientific, and informational purposes only and are not intended as, and should not be treated as, medical or other professional advice for any particular individual or individuals. Every person and medical issue is different, and diagnosis and treatment requires consideration of specific facts often unique to the individual. As such, the information contained in this podcast should not be used as a substitute for consultation with and/or treatment by a doctor or other medical professional. If you are experiencing any medical issue or have any medical concern, you should consult with a doctor or other medical professional. Further, due to the inherent limitations of a podcast such as this as well as ongoing scientific developments, we do not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of the information or analysis provided in this podcast, although, of course we always endeavor to provide comprehensive information and analysis. In no event may Unbiased Science or any of the participants in this podcast be held liable to the listener or anyone else for any decision allegedly made or action allegedly taken or not taken allegedly in reliance on the discussion or information in this podcast or for any damages allegedly resulting from such reliance. The information provided herein do not represent the views of our employers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman and Dr. Jeremy Pettus sit down with Sierra Werling, their first patient to ever receive Tzield, to discuss the groundbreaking therapy designed to delay the onset of type 1 diabetes. Sierra shares her personal journey, how she discovered she was at risk for type 1, what led her to pursue the Tzield treatment, and how her life has changed since receiving it. Steve and Jeremy also break down the science behind Tzield, how it works to preserve insulin-producing beta cells, and why early screening for type 1 diabetes is more important than ever. They discuss how delaying the disease can impact long-term health, providing individuals more time to prepare, access new treatments, and potentially reduce complications in the future. This episode highlights a major shift in diabetes care, one that moves beyond just managing type 1 diabetes to proactively delaying its onset. Tune in to hear Sierra's experience, insights, and what this means for the future of diabetes prevention.Key Topics:What is Tzield, and how does it work to delay type 1 diabetes?Sierra's journey: From early screening to Tzield infusionUnderstanding the stages of type 1 diabetes, where does Tzield fit in?How delaying type 1 diabetes impacts long-term health and quality of lifeThe emotional and practical benefits of early T1D interventionWhy screening for type 1 diabetes is critical, even without a family historySierra's personal insights, what she learned from the process, and what she wants others to knowWhat's next for Tzield and other potential disease-modifying therapies?Screen today: https://www.screenfortype1.com/ ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode of the Saving Lives Podcast, we discuss a study from Intensive Care Medicine that explores whether baseline serum chloride and pH affect outcomes with balanced fluids versus saline. The findings from the PLUS trial show no significant interaction, but intriguing trends suggest that hyperchloremic patients may benefit more from balanced fluids. The Vasopressor & Inotrope HandbookI have written "The Vasopressor & Inotrope Handbook: A Practical Guide for Healthcare Professionals," a must-read for anyone caring for critically ill patients (check out the reviews)! You have several options to get a physical copy. Amazon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/47qJZe1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Affiliate Link)My Store: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://eddyjoemd.myshopify.com/products/the-vasopressor-inotrope-handbook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Use "podcast" to save 10%)Citation: Ramanan M, Hammond N, Billot L, Delaney A, Devaux A, Finfer S, Li Q, Micallef S, Venkatesh B, Young PJ, Myburgh J; PLUS Investigators. Serum chloride concentration and outcomes in adults receiving intravenous fluid therapy with a balanced crystalloid solution or 0.9% sodium chloride. Intensive Care Med. 2025 Feb;51(2):249-258. doi: 10.1007/s00134-024-07764-2. Epub 2025 Feb 10. PMID: 39928118.

Reaching out to busy GPs can feel intimidating – but with the right strategies, you can build authentic relationships, work collaboratively and become a trusted referral choice. In this episode, GP Dr Angela Kwong shares expert insights to help dietitians confidently connect with doctors, stand out and secure repeat referrals. In the episode, we discuss:  How to confidently introduce yourself and build trust with GPs Why personal connections matter more than email outreach Practical ways to stay top-of-mind without being pushy The biggest mistakes dietitians make when networking with GPs The power of niching and clear communication in GP referrals Hosted by Brooke Delfino  Click here for the shownotes The content, products and/or services referred to in this podcast are intended for Health Care Professionals only and are not, and are not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. The content is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgement before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking action. The reference to particular products and/or services in this episode does not constitute any form of endorsement. Please see here for terms and conditions.

In this episode of the Saving Lives Podcast, we break down a randomized trial from CHEST (2025) comparing Normosol-R vs. Lactated Ringer's in critically ill adults. Learn whether acetate/gluconate-buffered fluids offer advantages over lactate-buffered solutions regarding acid-base balance, kidney function, and mortality. Tune in to hear how this study impacts critical care fluid management!The Vasopressor & Inotrope HandbookI have written "The Vasopressor & Inotrope Handbook: A Practical Guide for Healthcare Professionals," a must-read for anyone caring for critically ill patients (check out the reviews)! You have several options to get a physical copy. Amazon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/47qJZe1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Affiliate Link)My Store: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://eddyjoemd.myshopify.com/products/the-vasopressor-inotrope-handbook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Use "podcast" to save 10%)Citation: Qian ET, Brown RM, Jackson KE, Wang L, Stollings JL, Freundlich RE, Wanderer JP, Siew ED, Bernard GR, Self WH, Casey JD, Rice TW, Semler MW; Pragmatic Critical Care Research Group. Normosol-R versus Lactated Ringers in the Critically Ill: A Randomized Trial. Chest. 2025 Feb 17:S0012-3692(25)00165-5. doi: 10.1016/j.chest.2025.02.008. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 39971001.