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Guest: J. James Rohack, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD If you've been following the health care reform debate as closely as we have, you may be suffering from a case of whiplash, with so many proposals and so little time to wade through all the back-and forth on each of them. As Congress heads into its customary August recess, we'll take a step back to examine the issues that could make or break the various proposals for overhauling our health care system. For one perspective on the progress toward reform, host Dr. Michael Greenberg welcomes American Medical Association (AMA) President Dr. James Rohack. Dr. Rohack addresses a range of issues, including the nuances of AMA's recent support for House bill HR 3200, the effectiveness of AMA in representing the interests of all physicians in this reform debate, and the prospects for true medical liability protections in the final reform bill.
Guest: Susan Weisberg, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD What advantages are there for physicians who see patients at their homes, and what are the limitations of a home practice? Dr. Susan Weisberg, a pediatrician who sees patients in her home during clinic after-hours, explains her reasons for practicing at home. What's involved in setting up a home practice? Dr. Michael Greenberg hosts.
Guest: Jim Withers, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD 'Street medicine' involves delivering medical care to the unsheltered homeless where they live. How effective is this model? What are its challenges and rewards? Host Dr. Michael Greenberg explores the evolving field of street medicine with Dr. Jim Withers, founder of the non-profit street medicine organization Operation Safety Net in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. How can addressing the homeless population's medical needs on the streets help lower medical institution costs? What can interested physicians do to get involved with street medicine?
Guest: Rosalie Greenberg, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD There is hope for children with bipolar disorder, says Dr. Rosalie Greenberg, assistant professor of clinical psychiatry at Columbia University School of Physicians and Surgeons, and author of the book, Bipolar Kids: Helping Your Child Find Calm in the Mood Storm. Dr. Greenberg joins host Dr. Michael Greenberg to discuss diagnosis, misdiagnosis, and genetics of the disorder, along with treatment options and potential outcomes.
Guest: Rosalie Greenberg, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Pediatric bipolar disorder may be more common than our diagnoses indicate. What constitutes a proper diagnosis? Host Dr. Michael Greenberg is joined by Dr. Rosalie Greenberg, assistant professor of clinical psychiatry at Columbia University School of Physicians and Surgeons, and author of the book, Bipolar Kids: Helping Your Child Find Calm in the Mood Storm. Dr. Rosalie Greenberg discusses the nuances and easily overlooked symptoms in children eventually diagnosed with the disorder, and shares her perspective on the challenges of bipolar disorder for children and their families.
Guest: Katrina Hedberg, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Who chooses to participate in Oregon's Death With Dignity Act? What's their education level? What type of diagnosis is required? How does religion come into play? In further exploring Oregon's Death With Dignity Act, epidemiologist, Dr. Katrina Hedberg, from the Oregon Department of Human Services addresses the facts and figures with your host, Dr. Michael Greenberg, including the rights and regulation of those physicians writing the lethal prescription.
Guest: Katrina Hedberg, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Is Oregon's Death with Dignity Act a violation of the Hippocratic Oath or a humane solution? ReachMD's Dr. Michael Greenberg discusses this originally citizen-led initiative, and current law with epidemiologist, Dr. Katrina Hedberg, from the Oregon Department of Human Services. Dr. Hedberg addresses the requirements for patients to opt for this non-euthanasian, yet lethal prescription. The consent, patient motivations, controversy, and the statistics of those who've chosen to take advantage of Oregon's law are discussed.
Guest: Susan Wicklund, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Enduring death threats and other abuse, carrying a concealed weapon, and wearing a bulletproof vest were as much a part of a normal day for Dr. Susan Wicklund as sipping a cup of coffee or talking on a cell phone. Dr. Michael Greenberg hosts this can’t-miss discussion, no matter your views, exploring Dr. Wicklund’s poignant career as an abortion doctor. How has her family been affected by her career choices? What advice does she have for her fellow medical professionals?
Guest: Jeffrey Hertzberg, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Jeff Hertzberg, President of Medformatics and Adjunct Assistant Professor, Division of Health Informatics at the University of Minnesota speaks with host Dr. Michael Greenberg about a special hobby-turned second career: making artisan breads. Join in on the discussion as Dr. Hertzberg, co-author of "Artisan Bread in 5 Minutes", discusses his book; a remarkable example of one doctor's published passion outside the profession.
Guest: Joel Schlessinger, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD It's a doctor-certified, non-surgical procedure promising to melt away fat. What is the science behind mesotherapy and lipolysis? Is it safe? Is it effective? Host Dr. Michael Greenberg talks with Dr. Joel Schlessinger, immediate past president of the American Society of Cosmetic Dermatology and Aesthetic Surgery, about these potentially controversial treatment options.
Guest: Mark G. Lebwohl, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg interviews Dr. Mark Lebwohl, Professor of Dermatology from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York. Dr. Lebwohl discusses Protopic, Elidel, the myths and realities behind their safety for patients.
Guest: Hafiz Rehman, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD "Faith makes you a better doctor." Dr. Hafizur Rehman, a pediatric attending physician at Good Samaritan Hospital, and active leader in the Muslim community, discusses the aspects in which he and his patients have benefited from the relationship his faith has had in his practice, including specific illustration of the Koran and its precise relation to embryology.
Guest: Jeremy Lazarus, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD An American Medical Assocation survey found a 66% disapproval rate amongst physicians in regards to Data Mining. What is it? And why are practitioners opposed? Dr. Jeremy Lazarus, a Colorado psychiatrist and Speaker of the American Medical Association House of delegates, discusses the design of the 40 million dollar industry and what is available to aid practitioners.
Guest: Stanley Kardatzke, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Stanley Kardatzke, author of Decisive Surgery for a Dying Healthcare System, discusses affordable medical care with the cost-effective, prepaid medical plan used in his practice.
Guest: Brian Moran, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg speaks with Dr. Brian Moran, Medical Director of the Chicago Prostate Cancer Center, about new biopsy and diagnostic techniques for men with prostate cancer.
Guest: Brian Moran, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg speaks with Dr. Brian Moran, Medical Director of the Chicago Prostate Cancer Treatment Center, about the various treatments available for treating prostate cancer with an emphasis on brachytherapy.
Guest: Brian Moran, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg speaks with Dr. Brian Moran, medical director of the Chicago Prostate Cancer Center, about brachytherapy and Dr. Moran's personal journey in creating his nationally recognized prostate cancer treatment facility.
Guest: Mark Brandenburg, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Though long synonymous with American rodeos, cowboy hats will never be mistaken as safety gear for bull riders. There is, however, encouraging ongoing work toward furnishing these cowboys with bona fide safety options. Dr. Mark Brandenburg, program director and vice chair of emergency medicine at the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, details his efforts to promote new safety measures on the rodeo circuit. Find out more with host Dr. Michael Greenberg.
Guest: Charles Atkins, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg speaks with Dr. Charles Atkins about his work and the difference between the art of writing and the business of publishing.
Guest: Charles Atkins, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg speaks to Dr. Charles Atkins about the art of writing and the business of becoming published.
Guest: Glenn Flores, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg speaks with Dr. Glenn Flores about how the movie images of physicians have changed with time.
Guest: Glenn Flores, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg speaks with Dr. Glenn Flores about how the images of physicians have evolved through the history of film. During his fellowship as a Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholar at Yale, Dr. Flores conducted a study of physicians portrayed in film, analyzing 131 films with physicians as main characters spanning eight decades and originating from nine countries. This unique filmography of physicians, from the 1930's to today, gauges informative trends of media influence swaying public opinions toward the medical persona.
Guest: James King, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Many have done it, or at least thought about it: fudging or manipulating diagnoses on provider records to ensure better coverage of care for patients. But is it right, and what are the potential consequences for these actions? Dr. Michael Greenberg talks with Dr. James King, President of the American Academy of Family Physicians about ethical issues resulting from physician reactions to insurance company policies.
Guest: James King, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg talks with Dr. James King, President of the American Academy of Family Physicians about ethical issues resulting from insurance company policies. They discuss the risks and consequences of changing or "altering" diagnoses to insure patients obtain the care they need.
Guest: Mitchell Cohen, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg welcomes Mitchell Cohen, M.D. as they discuss the pros and cons of shopping on E-Bay, including purchasing medical equipment from the online marketplace.
Guest: Myo Thant, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg talks with Dr. Myo Thant, the founder of Relaxdoc.com about how physicians have become burned out and estranged from each other. He offers ways that we can re-connect with each other.
Guest: Neal Bhatia, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg talks with Dr. Neal Bhatia, Associate Professor of Dermatology at the University of Wisconsin about problems with access to dermatologists and how medical dermatology is in danger of disappearing.
Guest: Neal Bhatia, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Michael Greenberg, M.D. welcomes Neal Bhatia, M.D., Associate Professor of Dermatology at the University of Wisconsin as they discuss dermatology and how primary care physicians can more easily obtain access for their patients.
Guest: Benjamin Schaefer, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Guest: Robert Restuccia, MPA Dr. Michael Greenberg speaks with Dr. Benjamin Schaefer of the National Physician's Alliance and Robert Restuccia, Executive Director of The Prescription Project about how the AMA sells data about physicians to pharmaceutical companies. They discuss ethics and pharmaceutical marketing.
Guest: Benjamin Schaefer, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Guest: Robert Restuccia, MPA Dr. Michael Greenberg speaks with Dr. Benjamin Schaefer of the National Physician's Alliance and Robert Restuccia, Executive Director of The Prescription Project about how the AMA sells data about physicians to pharmaceutical companies.
Guest: Neil Sadick, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg speaks with Dr. Neil Sadick about his involvement with the Women's Dermatologic Society and how the organization is working to support both men and women in the specialty.
Guest: Mary Lupo, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg speaks with Dr. Mary Lupo about her involvement with the Women's Dermatologic Society and how the organization is working to support both men and women in the specialty.
Guest: Amy Derick, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg speaks with Dr. Amy Derick about her involvement with the Women's Dermatologic Society and how the organization is working to support both men and women in the specialty.
Guest: Wendy Roberts, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg speaks with Dr. Wendy Roberts about her involvement with the Women's Dermatologic Society and how the organization is working to support both men and women in the specialty.
Guest: Manuel Lowenhaupt, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg talks with Dr. Manuel Lowenhaupt, President and CEO of Radianse, Inc. about how RFID tagging of patients, doctors, and supplies can increase efficiency, save money, and even save lives.
Guest: Manuel Lowenhaupt, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg talks with Dr. Manuel Lowenhaupt of Radianse, Inc. about how RFID tracking of patients, doctors, and supplies can save not only money and increase efficiency but can save lives.
Guest: Mark G. Lebwohl, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg welcomes Dr. Mark Lebwohl, Chairman and Professor of Dermatology at Mt. Sinai Medical Center, NY, who discusses current treatments in psoriasis.
Guest: Mark G. Lebwohl, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg speaks with Dr. Mark Lebwohl, Chairman and Professor of Dermatology at Mt. Sinai Medical Center, NY, about current therapy for psoriasis.
Guest: Peter Anderson, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg welcomes Dr. Peter Anderson of Newport News, VA, who discusses how a team approach to primary care medicine can help create a more efficient and profitable practice.
Guest: Peter Anderson, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr, Michael Greenberg welcomes Dr. Peter Anderson of Newport News, VA, who discusses how a primary care doctor can use a team approach to treating patients that will free up their time and create a happier, more efficient, and more profitable practice.
Guest: Richard Deyo, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg welcomes Dr. Richard Deyo, Professor of Medicine and Clinical Services at the University of Washington, Seattle, WA, as he discusses his book, Hope or Hype, and how physicians are seduced by the profit-motivated healthcare industry.
Guest: Richard Deyo, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg welcomes Dr. Richard Deyo, Professor of Medicine and Health Services at the University of Washington, Seattle, WA, as he discusses his book, Hope or Hype, and how physicians are seduced by the bottom line medical industry.
Guest: Victor Marks, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg hosts Dr. Victor Marks of the Geisinger Clinic in Danville, PA, in a discussion of how a focus on service excellence can create happier patients and more satisfied doctors.
Guest: Victor Marks, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg hosts Dr. Victor Marks in a discussion of how a focus on service excellence can lead to happier patients and a more satisfying medical practice.
Guest: Victor Marks, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr.Michael Greenberg hosts Dr. Victor Marks of the Geisinger Clinic in Danville, PA, in a discussion of service excellence and how it can lead to happier patients and more satisfying practices for physicians.
Guest: Bruce Goldstick, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD In this segment, Dr. Michael Greenberg speaks with Dr. Bruce Goldstick about his experiences being a patient and the need for physicians to pursue their own health care.
Guest: Bruce Goldstick, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg talks with Dr. Bruce Goldstick about his personal encounter with his own health issues and how physicians often put their health care second to their career.
Guest: Steven Shama, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg speaks with Dr. Steven Shama about why our difficult patients are often our best teachers and how they can help us create happier practices.
Guest: Steven Shama, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg speaks with Dr. Steven Shama about our difficult patients and how they can teach us something about ourselves and help us create happier practices.
Guest: Kenneth Beer, MD Host: Michael Greenberg, MD Dr. Michael Greenberg speaks with Dr. Kenneth Beer about how a physician can legally "fire" a patient.