Podcasts about physicians

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SummaryIn this episode of The Compliance Guy, Sean Weiss interviews Joe Rivet, a healthcare attorney with extensive experience in federal matters, including prior authorization processes and the No Surprises Act. They discuss the potential changes in legislation regarding prior authorizations, the challenges faced by physicians in getting necessary treatments approved, and the implications of recent Supreme Court rulings on healthcare legislation. Joe shares insights on navigating appeals, the importance of advocating for patients, and the complexities of the IDR process.TakeawaysPrior authorization processes are being scrutinized for their impact on patient care.The proposed 'Doctors Know Best' bill aims to empower physicians.Advocating for patients is crucial, especially in off-label drug use cases.The No Surprises Act has significant implications for healthcare providers and patients.There is a lack of private right of action under the No Surprises Act.The IDR process is complicated and often exploited by private companies.Medical necessity determinations can be challenged, even after prior authorization approval.Physicians should not accept denials without exhausting all options.Recent Supreme Court rulings have clarified the limitations of private actions in healthcare disputes.Transparency in enforcement actions is needed for better accountability in healthcare.

In this episode of the Physician Assistant Exam Review Podcast, we talk with Ealum, a PA student who was stuck after three failed PANCE attempts and finally made a 90 point jump to pass on his 4th try. He had teenage kids at home waiting for life to move forward. He was in Alaska, couldn't attend a single live […] The post 152 The 90 Point Comeback – Failing 3 PANCE Attempts to Passing on the 4th with 33 Days appeared first on Physician Assistant Exam Review.

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In this episode, we turn our focus to allergic conjunctivitis. Host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP and Ophthalmologist Mitchell Strominger, MD guests review the clinical features of ocular allergy and discuss how characteristics such as discharge and symptom patterns can help distinguish allergic conjunctivitis from viral, bacterial, and other etiologies. The conversation also covers important mimics and red flags, including chemical conjunctivitis, corneal abrasions, and foreign bodies, with guidance on evaluation and management. This episode equips pediatricians with practical tools to accurately assess red eye complaints and determine when further intervention is needed. Have a question? Email questions@vcurb.com. They will be answered next week.For more information about available credit, visit vCurb.com.ACCME Accreditation StatementThis activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Colorado Medical Society through the joint providership of Kansas Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics and Utah Chapter, AAP.  Kansas Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics is accredited by the Colorado Medical Society to provide continuing medical education for physicians. AMA Credit Designation StatementKansas Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Welcome to another episode of the Sustainable Clinical Medicine Podcast! In this episode, Dr, Sarah Smith interviews Dr. Andrea Austin, an emergency medicine physician, educator, and new program director of a residency program in Pensacola, Florida. Dr. Austin shares her journey from an early interest in medicine inspired by a 'Take Our Daughters to Work' day to her current roles in emergency medicine amidst the challenges of COVID and beyond. She discusses her experiences with burnout, the importance of therapy and coaching, and her transformative role in developing curriculum focused on positive changes in healthcare. Dr. Austin also highlights her recently published book 'Revitalized,' which aims to guide physicians toward a fulfilling career. The conversation covers key factors for change-making in medical institutions, the critical need for supportive leadership, and the shared struggles of global physician burnout.The episode provides valuable insights and strategies for recognizing and dealing with burnout effectively. Here are 3 key takeaways from this episode: Change Makers Need Supportive Organizations: Effective change in healthcare requires both individual qualities (insatiable learning, courage, resilience) and organizational support (funding for education, coaching, just culture, appropriate staffing, and the ability to actually take vacation time). Recovery Requires Time and Space: After experiencing burnout during COVID, Dr. Austin took a part-time remote teaching job that gave her three months to sleep, attend therapy, do coaching, and regulate her nervous system. This pause was essential for her body to "feel human again" and ultimately led to her pursuing a master's degree and starting a residency program. Caring Leadership Makes the Difference: The most critical factor in preventing physician burnout isn't metrics or ROI—it's caring. Leaders who see the big picture, invest in their people, provide meaningful feedback, and create psychologically safe environments enable physicians to thrive and create positive change, rather than just burning out from institutional betrayal. Meet Dr. Andrea Austin: Dr. Andrea Austin is the inaugural Emergency Medicine Program Director at Sacred Heart in Pensacola, Florida. As a Navy veteran, her military service taught her how to perform under pressure and lead teams in high-stakes environments. She brings that same focus to her work in medical education, physician well-being, and healthcare systems change. Dr. Austin is the author of Revitalized: A Guidebook to Following Your Healing Heartline and host of the Heartline: Changemaking in Healthcare podcast. Connect with Dr. Andra Austin:

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South Carolina Medical Association (SCMA) immediate past president Mayes DuBose, MD and Vice President of Advocacy and Policy Counsel Holly Pisarik discuss efforts that the association has led in fighting bills that would allow unsupervised practice rights to NPs and PAs after just 2,000 hours of clinical hour experience - and let PAs switch specialties after just 1,000 hours.https://www.scmedical.org/Get the books: Patients at Risk https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08M9YJQR3/Imposter Doctors: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1627344438/PhysiciansForPatientProtection.org

Send us a textCould a simple blood test help identify chronic pulmonary hypertension when echo access is limited? This week on The Incubator Podcast, Ben and Daphna explore this question and others relevant to daily NICU practice. A Toronto study examines NT-proBNP as a practical diagnostic tool in extremely preterm infants.They also examine a puzzling finding from Italy and Belgium: despite near-universal antibiotic use in neonates with HIE undergoing cooling, actual culture-positive sepsis rates are surprisingly low. What does this mean for our approach to empiric antibiotics?Ben presents Norwegian data showing that serial physical exams cut antibiotic exposure in half for term and late preterm infants—without compromising safety. Daphna follows with research connecting NICU capacity strain to patient outcomes, underscoring why adequate staffing isn't just about comfort, but about survival.The episode concludes with Ben, Daphna, and Eli discussing the recent CDC changes to Hepatitis B birth dose recommendations. With federal guidance now diverging from AAP recommendations, how do we navigate conversations with families? They explore transmission risks parents may overlook and share approaches to shared decision-making when expert opinions conflict. A full week of neonatal medicine research and real-world clinical challenges, all in one episodeSupport the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

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Send us a textThis week on Neo News, we tackle the recent and controversial divergence between CDC and AAP guidelines regarding the birth dose of the Hepatitis B vaccine. With the CDC now recommending a deferred schedule for infants of Hepatitis B-negative mothers, we explore the clinical implications, the risks of vertical transmission, and the challenge of navigating discordant public health advice. We discuss how to handle shared decision-making in an era of waning vaccine confidence and why the "birth dose" remains a critical safety net in a community setting. Join us as we break down the data behind the headlines.----American Academy of Pediatrics. (2025, December 15). AAP: CDC decision on universal birth dose of hepatitis B vaccine irresponsible and purposely misleading. AAP News. https://publications.aap.org/aapnews/news/33980/AAP-CDC-decision-on-universal-birth-dose-of?searchresult=1?autologincheck=redirectedSupport the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

What do parents and caregivers need to know about genetic testing for Dravet syndrome? Credit available for this activity expires: 1/13/27 Earn Credit / Learning Objectives & Disclosures: https://www.medscape.org/viewarticle/genetic-testing-dravet-syndrome-patient-physician-2026a10000ny?ecd=bdc_podcast_libsyn_mscpedu

Why You Should Listen:  In this episode, you will discover how addressing parasites and dental issues can unlock better health and why real healing is rarely an Accidental Cure. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Simon Yu.  Simon Yu, MD combines internal medicine with integrative medicine at Prevention and Healing, Inc., in St. Louis, MO.  As an HMO regional medical director, he saw the limits of a medication-management approach to patients with complex chronic illness.  He studied integrative and biological medicine, took 300 hours of medical acupuncture training, and researched dental, fungal, and parasite problems.  He served as a medical officer in the U.S. Army Reserve for 25 years, retiring as a full colonel.  Dr. Yu lectures in the US and abroad. He offers Acupuncture Meridian Assessment (AMA) Training to help detect problems for doctors and dentists in St. Louis and in Germany.  He has an MD from the University of Missouri School of Medicine, has an MS in Immunology, is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, a member of American College of Physicians, and is on the advisory board of the International College of Integrative Medicine.  Key Takeaways: Where does Artificial Intelligence fit in addressing complex, chronic illnesses? What are the more common patterns of meridian dysregulation observed? How are most parasites acquired? Are parasites always bad for the body? What are the more common medications used to address parasites? Does mold in the external environment impact parasite treatment or dental interventions? Are all parasites that impact health physical? How is the treatment of fungal issues approached? Should patients test their home for mold? What types of dental issues are most commonly impacting patients? How does testing for the DNA of oral pathogens inform treatment? What long-term oral hygiene strategies may be helpful? Are implants appropriate after an extraction? How has treating complex patients changed with COVID? Is spike protein detoxification now part of the healing approach? Do EMFs negatively impact health? Are conditions such as Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and Morgellons approached differently? What are some top detoxification strategies? Is "autoimmunity" the result of chronic infections? What is the best approach for optimizing the microbiome? What are some of the emerging treatment interventions from SOZO Brain Clinic? Connect With My Guest:  PreventionAndHealing.com Related Resources: Book - Accidental Cure 3: AI vs. Ancient Intelligence Interview Date: January 7, 2026 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode227. Support the Show: To support the show and Buy Me a Coffee, visit https://betterhealthguy.link/BuyMeACoffee. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Follow Me on Social Media: Facebook - https://facebook.com/betterhealthguy Instagram - https://instagram.com/betterhealthguy X - https://twitter.com/betterhealthguy TikTok - https://tiktok.com/@betterhealthguy Disclaimer:  The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority. 

In this episode, Dr. Vera Tarman spoke with Adrienne Sprouse, MD, a Columbia-trained physician with extensive experience in emergency medicine, toxicology, and environmental medicine, as well as more than four decades of stable food recovery. Adrienne reflected on how growing up in an alcoholic family system shaped her early coping strategies and how food became a primary source of comfort and regulation. Over time, she began to notice that certain foods didn't simply soothe emotional distress but instead triggered a predictable cycle of cravings, symptoms, and relapse. This realization led her to distinguish between compulsive overeating as a behavioral response and food addiction as a physiological reaction to specific foods. A central focus of the conversation was Adrienne's Prouse Rotational Eating Plan, a structured four-day rotation approach rooted in the concept of cyclic food allergy, originally described by Dr. Herbert Rinkle. Adrienne explained the difference between fixed food allergy—where symptoms occur every time a food is eaten—and cyclic food allergy, where symptoms depend on frequency and amount. She described how repeated exposure to the same foods, common in modern eating patterns, can "stack" in the body and contribute to escalating symptoms such as bloating, edema, headaches, joint pain, and the familiar experience of temporarily "getting away with it" before relapse. Adrienne also outlined the 24-day home food-testing process described in her book, which was designed to help individuals identify their "sober foods," clarify which foods destabilize them, and create a rotation that supports long-term stability without relying on willpower alone. The conversation extended beyond biology into emotional and spiritual recovery. Adrienne shared why she believed that a food plan alone was insufficient for many people and how 12-step recovery supported her ability to cope with stress, trauma, and relational dynamics that previously fueled her eating. She described 12-step principles as a stabilizing force that helped her maintain honesty, accountability, and resilience alongside her eating structure. Adrienne's book, 50 Years of Twelve Step Recovery, was discussed as a synthesis of lived experience, physiology, and recovery practice, offering both individuals and clinicians a broader framework for understanding relapse cycles, abstinence, and whole-person healing. In this episode: How Adrienne differentiated compulsive overeating from food addiction physiology What she meant by "sober foods" and why identifying them reduced chaos and cravings Why cyclic food allergy patterns are often overlooked How the four-day rotation was intended to reduce food "stacking" and stabilize symptoms An overview of the 24-day food testing approach outlined in her book How certain foods might be reintroduced medically, while acknowledging psychological and spiritual considerations Why chemical exposures and non-organic foods were discussed as potential contributors to craving Adrienne's perspective on GLP-1 medications, including their limits in teaching coping skills How 12-step recovery complemented biological interventions and supports long-term maintenance About Adrienne Sprouse, MD Adrienne Sprouse, MD, graduated from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and trained in emergency medicine at Bellevue Hospital, toxicology at the New York City Poison Center, and Nutrition/Allergy/Detoxification/Clinical Ecology with the American Academy of Environmental Medicine. She later served as faculty for the Academy, educating physicians internationally for 17 years. She was Medical Director of Manhattan Health Consultants for decades and was featured in major media outlets including ABC, NBC, Fox Good Day New York, and The New York Times. She is the author of 50 Years of Twelve Step Recovery, drawing on both long-term personal recovery and decades of clinical practice. The content of our show is educational only. It does not supplement or supersede your healthcare provider's professional relationship and direction. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified mental health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition, substance use disorder, or mental health concern.

Send us a textIn this episode of Journal Club, Ben and Daphna review a retrospective cohort study from the Journal of Perinatology examining the association between NICU capacity strain and neonatal outcomes. We discuss how high census and acuity on admission day correlate with increased mortality and morbidity when adjusted for hospital and patient factors. Join us as we explore why being "slammed with admissions" is more than just a badge of honor—it's a critical safety metric for our patients.----The association of NICU capacity strain with neonatal mortality and morbidity. Salazar EG, Passarella M, Formanowski B, Rogowski J, Edwards EM, Halpern SD, Phibbs C, Lorch SA.J Perinatol. 2025 Dec;45(12):1801-1808. doi: 10.1038/s41372-025-02449-0. Epub 2025 Oct 20.PMID: 41116036 Free PMC article.Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

The ‘Costanza Concern’ in the perpetuation of our institutions; understanding what could tear us apart. A 1995 clip from President Clinton on immigration law. Dr. Nisha Verma, senior advisor to Physicians for Reproductive Health, refused to answer Senator Josh Hawley’s (R-MO) line of questioning on whether men can get pregnant before the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee today. Listener call-in commentary on the incident.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to PsychEd, the psychiatry podcast for medical learners, by medical learners. This short episode covers the basics of sleep hygiene.Hosts: Jo Kikukawa (MS2) and Grant Yao (MS4)Audio editing: Grant YaoTimestamps:(0:33) - Background(2:07) - Core principles and strategies(5:37) - Counselling on sleep(6:18) - When to get help with sleep(7:29) - SummaryReferences:Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. Sleep disorders. CAMH.Harvard Health Publishing. Sleep hygiene: Simple practices for better rest. Harvard Health.Qaseem A, Kansagara D, Forciea MA, Cooke M, Denberg TD. Management of chronic insomnia disorder in adults: A clinical practice guideline from the American College of Physicians. Ann Intern Med. 2016;165(2):125–133.Sleep Foundation. Sleep hygiene. SleepFoundation.org.Spielman AJ, Caruso LS, Glovinsky PB. Behavioral treatment of insomnia: A clinical case series. Sleep. 1987;10(1):87–92.For more PsychEd, follow us on Instagram (⁠@psyched.podcast⁠),  Facebook (⁠PsychEd Podcast⁠), X (⁠@psychedpodcast⁠), and Bluesky (⁠@psychedpodcast.bsky.social‬⁠). You can email us at ⁠psychedpodcast@gmail.com⁠ and visit our website at⁠ ⁠⁠psychedpodcast.org⁠.

In this throwback episode, host Shikha Jain, MD, speaks with Elisabeth Potter, MD, about physicians pushing back against insurance companies, bringing physicians back into positions of autonomy and more. ·       Welcome to another exciting episode of Oncology Overdrive 1:34 ·       About Potter 1:41 ·       The interview 2:04 ·       How did you decide to become a plastic surgeon? What was your path?  2:26 ·       How many years do you have to train for plastic surgery? 3:36 ·       What kind of physician is your father? […] Did you ever think you wanted to practice in the same field as him? 4:10 ·       Can you tell us about what happened that led you to post your recent viral video? 6:11 ·       Have you noticed an increase in insurance obstacles lately, or has it always been this way? 8:45 ·       When you talk to insurance companies, do you feel like you speak with someone who is qualified to understand these claims? 10:06 ·       Other than hiring people to deal with insurance claims, how can we work towards actually driving change in this space? 12:11 ·       Jain and Potter on the value of physicians knowing their worth and the cost of their care/procedures. 16:03 ·       Jain and Potter on the importance of physician autonomy. 23:21 ·       Potter and Jain on the changing national dialogue. 28:48 ·       When it comes to direct care models, how would patients be able to get second opinions? 33:53 ·       Are you optimistic that we will be able to realistically drive change? 35:37 ·       What do you suggest physicians, patients and advocates do to raise their voices and be heard? 35:56 ·       If someone could only listen to the last minute of this episode, what would you want listeners to take away? 40:14 ·       How to contact Potter 40:41 ·       Thanks for listening 41:38 Elisabeth Potter, MD, is a board-certified plastic surgeon offering a variety of plastic surgery, ranging from breast reconstruction to breast and body cosmetic procedures. We'd love to hear from you! Send your comments/questions to Dr. Jain at oncologyoverdrive@healio.com. Follow Healio on X and LinkedIn: @HemOncToday and https://www.linkedin.com/company/hemonctoday/. Follow Dr. Jain on X: @ShikhaJainMD. Potter can be reached on Instagram @drelisabethpotter, TikTok @drelisabethpotter and YouTube @DrElisabethPotterMD. Disclosures: Jain and Potter report no relevant financial disclosures.

In this episode of the PBATS Inside Athletic Training Podcast, we're joined by Dr. Amy Beacom, Team Physician for the Minnesota Twins. Dr. Beacom discusses her journey into professional baseball, what it's like working on a daily basis with MLB athletic trainers, and how collaboration, communication, and research guide player care throughout a demanding season. She also shares insight into the offseason responsibilities of a team physician and how medical teams balance performance, availability, and long-term player health at the Major League level. For more information about PBATS and athletic training, visit pbats.com.

Viral Skin Conditions: Exam Organization Viral dermatologic conditions are best approached by age, distribution, and systemic involvement rather than by memorizing individual viruses. Confusion on exams often occurs when pediatric viral exanthems are tested against one another. Categories for exam organization:• Pediatric systemic viral patterns (viral exanthems, hand-foot-and-mouth disease, varicella)• Localized viral lesions (HSV, molluscum […] The post 151 Childhood Viral Rashes Made Simple – Exanthems, HFMD, Chickenpox & the Patterns That Show Up on PANCE appeared first on Physician Assistant Exam Review.

Psychiatrist, internist, and addiction medicine specialist Muhamad Aly Rifai discusses his article "Physician suicide prevention: a call to action." Muhamad opens with the tragic losses of Dr. Nolan R. Williams and Dr. Charles Szyman to illustrate the devastating toll of the profession on even its most accomplished members. He examines the alarming data showing suicide as a leading cause of death among medical residents and outlines specific, actionable steps for trainees, program directors, and hospital executives to build safety nets rather than barriers. The conversation emphasizes the importance of using neutral language like "died by suicide," removing intrusive credentialing questions, and creating a culture where seeking help is viewed as an asset rather than a liability. Join us to learn how we can protect the people who dedicate their lives to healing others. Partner with me on the KevinMD platform. With over three million monthly readers and half a million social media followers, I give you direct access to the doctors and patients who matter most. Whether you need a sponsored article, email campaign, video interview, or a spot right here on the podcast, I offer the trusted space your brand deserves to be heard. Let's work together to tell your story. PARTNER WITH KEVINMD → https://kevinmd.com/influencer SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended

Send us a textIn this episode of The Incubator Podcast, Ben and Daphna review a pivotal population-based study from Norway examining a new approach to Early-Onset Sepsis (EOS). The hosts discuss whether serial physical examinations can safely replace routine antibiotic prophylaxis in at-risk term and late-preterm infants. With antibiotic exposure often far exceeding sepsis incidence, this study offers compelling data for a "less is more" strategy. Tune in as Ben and Daphna explore the safety, efficacy, and bedside implications of substituting automatic treatment with structured clinical monitoring—and what this means for reducing unnecessary interventions in the NICU.----Serial physical examination to reduce unnecessary antibiotic exposure in newborn infants: a population-based study. Vatne A, Eriksen BHH, Bergqvist F, Fagerli I, Guthe HJT, Iversen KV, Ud Din FS, van der Weijde J, Kvaløy JT, Rettedal S.Arch Dis Child Fetal Neonatal Ed. 2025 Nov 19:fetalneonatal-2025-329639. doi: 10.1136/archdischild-2025-329639. Online ahead of print.PMID: 41260908Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

This week, we explore new evidence on managing asymptomatic carotid stenosis, restoring vision in advanced macular degeneration, and preventing migraine in children. We discuss innovative cellular therapy for autoimmune disease, review sudden cardiac arrest in athletes, and describe a case of severe systemic infection with vision loss. Perspectives examine global tobacco risks, the future of telehealth payment, Medicare coverage of new technologies, and the things physicians carry.

Tara Sklar is the faculty director of the Health Law and Policy Program at the University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law and associate director of telehealth law and policy at the University of Arizona College of Medicine–Tucson Arizona Telemedicine Program. Stephen Morrissey, the interviewer, is the Executive Managing Editor of the Journal. T. Sklar and B. Richman. Financing Telehealth — Moving Beyond Payment Parity. N Engl J Med 2026;394:211-213.

This episode is sponsored by Lightstone DIRECT. Lightstone DIRECT invites you to partner with a $12B AUM real estate institution as you grow your portfolio. Access the same single-asset multifamily and industrial deals Lightstone pursues with its own capital – Lightstone co-invests a minimum of 20% in each deal alongside individual investors like you. You're an institution. Time to invest like one. _____________   This Episode is also sponsored by Ryze Health Every minute counts in medicine—so why waste it on clunky admin work? With Ryze Health, practice management becomes effortless. Our all-in-one platform streamlines scheduling, patient communications, and insurance verification, giving you fewer no-shows, faster check-ins, and happier patients. Free yourself from paperwork and phone tag so you can focus on what truly matters: providing care. Visit http://ryzehealth.com/BootstrapMD today and see how simple running your practice can be. ______________ Join us for Doctor PodFest in Florida! Go here to secure your ticket: Here ______________ What if your physician podcast isn't failing, it's just stuck in the "quiet plateau" phase, and the key to breaking through is community, not better content?  In this  episode of Bootstrap MD, host Dr. Mike Woo-Ming shares insights from his experience and talks with countless physician podcasters. He explores why so many physician podcasts hit a wall and quietly fade away. Drawing from conversations with hundreds of doctors, he breaks down the three phases of podcasting, the pitfalls of isolation, and proven strategies to build momentum.   He outlines the three phases:  The excited beginner: Episodes 1-20, full of energy and early wins The quiet plateau: Episodes 20-75, where downloads flatline and motivation wanes due to lack of feedback The leverage podcast: where clarity and connections lead to opportunities like speaking gigs and collaborations.   Mike explains why physicians stall more than other creators, due to a focus on competence over visibility, rare creative feedback, and a solo mindset from medical training. He emphasizes four key levers: audience clarity, feedback loops, peer collaboration, and identity. Drawing from real examples, he shows how repositioning can reignite growth without changing content quality.   Mike also introduces Dr. Podfest, an event he co-created with Dr. Anne Truong, happening  in Orlando, a one-day physician summit with awards, networking, and access to Podfest Expo for building media platforms without isolation. Go here to secure your ticket: Here If you're a physician podcaster feeling the plateau or contemplating starting one, this episode delivers practical advice to turn your show into a compounding asset, avoid common traps, and find the validation needed to keep going. Three Actionable Takeaways:   Identify your phase and build clarity: Assess if you're in the excited beginner, quiet plateau, or leverage stage; define your audience niche in one sentence e.g., "hospitalists building side income" to make content more resonant and avoid speaking to "everyone." Create feedback loops and collaborate: Move beyond download metrics by seeking direct listener responses, peer episode reviews, and conversations with other physician podcasters to refine positioning, intros, and topics, start this from episode one to prevent isolation. Join or build community for momentum: Seek rooms like Dr. Podfest for live connections, validation, and shared insights; focus on specificity in your identity ("What am I known for?") to open doors, and remember that momentum comes from peers reflecting your impact, not just more episodes.   About the Show: Bootstrap MD is the ultimate podcast for physician entrepreneurs looking to escape traditional healthcare and control their financial futures. Hosted by Dr. Mike Woo-Ming, a successful physician, entrepreneur, and investor, the show delivers actionable insights on starting businesses, creating passive income, and navigating healthcare entrepreneurship. Featuring interviews with industry leaders, physicians, and experts in telemedicine and digital health, it's your guide to building a profitable, fulfilling career.  Tune in weekly at  http://bootstrapmd.com  About the Host: Dr. Mike Woo-Ming has over 20 years of experience as a physician entrepreneur. He's built and sold multiple seven-figure companies and now leads Executive Medical, a group of clinics specializing in age management and aesthetics. Through BootstrapMD, he mentors physicians in business, content creation, and autonomy. Let's Connect: www.https://www.bootstrapmd.com   Want to start a podcast? Check out the Doctor Podcast Network!  

Dr. Shelina Jaffer's physician burnout journey is textbook—until it isn't. This London-based GP normalized stress and physical symptoms for months before a moment of emotional darkness forced recognition: this was advanced burnout. Her recovery story and the creation of Haven Within offers a roadmap for healthcare professionals seeking sustainable wellbeing.  Is your practice growth-ready? See Where Your Practice Stands: Take our Practice Growth Readiness Assessment  Read the full show notes, memorable quotes, and key takeaways.  Shelina shares the classic burnout progression many physicians experience: taking work everywhere, dismissing new health issues as "just stress," and pushing through until the body demands attention. Her immediate physical improvement after changing roles highlights how directly occupational factors impact health. But full recovery took three years—a timeline that challenges quick-fix wellness approaches.  Today, Shelina works with organizations and universities through experiential programs focused on respect, trust, and reconnecting with inner wisdom. One university student's feedback captures the impact: "You taught me to be bold." This episode explores why organizational culture matters more than wellness perks, how limiting beliefs hold professionals back, and why the shift toward human-centered healthcare is accelerating globally.  Is your practice growth-ready? See Where Your Practice Stands: Take our Practice Growth Readiness Assessment  Read the full show notes, memorable quotes, and key takeaways.  Connect With Us:  Be a Guest on the Show  Thriving Practice Community  Schedule Strategy Session with Tracy  Tracy's LinkedIn  Business LinkedIn Page 

Can you really build muscle on a plant-based diet? Is meat actually necessary for strength, or is that just a story we've been told? In this episode, Shawna sits down with Dr. Minil Patel to break down the science, culture, and myths surrounding plant-based nutrition, strength training, and masculinity. Dr. Patel shares his personal journey from being, in his own words, “the least vegan person” to going vegan for ethical reasons after questioning why we care for some animals while eating others. That realization sparked a deeper interest in plant-based nutrition, performance, and lifestyle medicine, and ultimately shaped both his medical practice and public advocacy. In this episode: Whether plant-based diets can support muscle growth and strength training The cultural link between meat consumption and masculinity Common myths about protein, muscle, and vegan nutrition How misinformation spreads online, and how to evaluate nutrition claims critically What it really takes to thrive on a plant-based diet as an active individual About the Guest Dr. Minil Patel is a UK-based General Practitioner and Lifestyle Medicine Physician with a special interest in plant-based nutrition and strength training. He graduated from King's College London in 2016 with an MBBS and a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience. After adopting a vegan lifestyle in 2017 for ethical reasons, Dr. Patel completed the Plant Based Nutrition course at the University of Winchester. He also holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education from King's College London and a diploma from the International Board of Lifestyle Medicine. He is an active member of Plant Based Health Professionals UK and serves as an ambassador for Climategames and Running On Plants. Dr. Patel was featured in the documentary I Could Never Go Vegan and has appeared in Men's Health Online. He regularly speaks at events such as Vegfest, Vegan Camp Out, and VegMed on topics including plant-based diets for athletes, muscle building, and performance. He shares evidence-based insights on veganism, nutrition, health, and fitness through his Instagram account @drironjunkie. __________________________________________________________________

Dr. Bryant Lin is a primary care physician, educator, and researcher at Stanford University. In 2018, he founded CARE – the Center for Asian Health Research and Education. In 2023, CARE began a focused research effort investigating lung cancer in non-smoking Asians. In 2024, Dr. Lin was diagnosed with Stage 4 lung cancer, having never smoked in his life. After his diagnosis, Dr. Lin sprung into action. He began receiving care from Dr. Heather Wakelee – a Stanford oncologist specializing in lung cancer. Dr Wakelee is the Deputy Director of the Stanford Cancer Institute, the Division Chief of Medical Oncology, and a leader in the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer. In this episode, we are privileged to be joined by both Dr. Lin and his oncologist, Dr. Wakelee.Over the course of our conversation, Dr. Lin describes the experience of receiving and living with a diagnosis that has been life changing for both him and his family. He details his remarkable efforts to leverage his diagnosis for the good of patients and rising medical professionals  — and explains how spiritual practices have helped sustain him through this difficult time. Dr. Wakelee shares her approach to first visits with patients facing daunting cancer diagnoses, how she approaches grief, and the unique privilege and challenge of treating a colleague. Together, the doctor and his physician explore the value of hope in cancer, the dangers of false hope, and the importance of maximizing meaning in life — however much time is left. In this episode, you'll hear about: 2:50 - Dr. Lin's experience of being diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer despite having never smoked14:20 - Dr. Wakelee's approach to first visits with newly diagnosed lung cancer patients25:35 - Dr. Lin's experience of shifting from the mindset of “doctor” to the mindset of “patient” 30:30 - How a doctor's messaging can affect the patient's outlook on their diagnosis43:00 - The common themes prevalent across religions and spiritual orientations that support patients in the navigation of serious illness50:24 - Advice to doctors for finding deeper meaning in medicineListen to Dr. Lin's first appearance on The Doctor's Art. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and review our show, available for free on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. If you know of a doctor, patient, or anyone working in health care who would love to explore meaning in medicine with us on the show, feel free to leave a suggestion in the comments or send an email to info@thedoctorsart.com.Copyright The Doctor's Art Podcast 2026

Disclaimer: This is a sponsored episode. Not advice. Educational purposes only. Not an endorsement for or against. Results not vetted. Views of the guests do not represent those of the host or show.  ✅ Rod Khleif shares how he lost $50 million in the 2008 crash—and the mindset that helped him rebuild a real estate empire.Are you trying to succeed in real estate investing, recover from a major loss, or create long-term financial freedom? In this episode, Rod unpacks the same strategies that took him from near rock bottom to massive success—insights that speak directly to the questions and challenges you're facing in today's uncertain economy.

Are you getting paid for the work you do? In this episode of the BackTable Podcast, interventional radiology coding expert Dr. David Zielske joins host Dr. Ally Baheti to share practical tips for billing and coding in interventional radiology, focusing on accurate, efficient, and compliant revenue capture. --- SYNPOSIS Dr. Zielske shares his path to becoming a coding expert, highlighting why precise documentation is essential to accurate medical billing. Drawing from personal experience, he breaks down the most common coding pitfalls physicians face and how to avoid them. He highlights the importance of early training in coding and billing during residency and fellowship, reviews key coding updates effective January 2026, and offers guidance on modifier usage. --- TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction01:34 - The Importance of Accurate Coding and Documentation04:03 - Common Coding Errors and Compliance Issues07:09 - Detailed Coding Guidelines and Best Practices26:20 - Modifiers and Their Proper Use33:53 - Interventional Radiology vs Diagnostic Radiology35:18 - Discussing ENM Billing and Procedural Focus35:45 - Commonly Missed Codes in Dialysis Circuit Interventions37:04 - Balloon Fibrin Sheath Disruption and Thrombectomy37:51 - Importance of Accurate Documentation for Vascular Access40:55 - Moderate Sedation and Ultrasound Guidance42:33 - Selective Imaging and Urinary Access Coding44:48 - Ablations and Biopsies: Guidance and Coding46:53 - Drainages and Intravascular Lithotripsy50:19 - 2026 Coding Changes and Physician Documentation01:00:29 - Resources and Education for Physicians

This episode is sponsored by Lightstone DIRECT. Lightstone DIRECT invites you to partner with a $12B AUM real estate institution as you grow your portfolio. Access the same single-asset multifamily and industrial deals Lightstone pursues with its own capital – Lightstone co-invests a minimum of 20% in each deal alongside individual investors like you. You're an institution. Time to invest like one.—---------------------------Join us for Doctor PodFest in Florida! Go here to secure your ticket: Here—---------------------------What if owning your medical mistakes could rebuild trust and prevent future harm?In this profound episode, Dr. Bradley Block sits down with Dr. Danielle Ofri, to explore the raw realities of errors in medicine. Sharing a vivid story from her residency, Dr. Ofri discusses why mistakes happen, the difference between guilt which drives improvement, and shame which paralyzes, and the power of genuine apologies. Ideal for physicians grappling with perfectionism, this conversation offers strategies for self-compassion, seeking mentors, and creating systems that support clinicians, helping you continue caring without being crushed by uncertainty.Three Actionable Takeaways:Distinguish Guilt from Shame: Guilt focuses on the error and motivates change e.g., "I forgot the long-acting insulin, next time I'll double-check protocols". Shame attacks your identity "I'm a bad doctor". Dr. Ofri advises recognizing this to avoid paralysis; practice by journaling an error's facts versus your emotional narrative, then discuss with a trusted colleague to reframe it productively.Bear Witness to Suffering: For patients and peers, simply listening and acknowledging pain builds trust, whether it's a patient's chronic illness story or a colleague's post-error distress. Try this: Next time a teammate struggles, offer a quick check-in like "Need a coffee break?" to foster community and remind them they're valued beyond one mistake.Deliver Genuine Apologies: Avoid passive language; own your role actively e.g., "I'm sorry my oversight contributed to this outcome, I've been reflecting deeply and changing my process". Patients value transparency and prevention steps; role-play with a mentor before tough talks to ensure honesty while consulting risk management for legal guidance.About the Show:Succeed In Medicine covers patient interactions, burnout, career growth, personal finance, and more. If you're tired of dull medical lectures, tune in for real-world lessons we should have learned in med school!About the Guest:Dr. Danielle Ofri is a primary care internist at Bellevue Hospital and clinical professor at NYU. She's a renowned writer on medical emotions for outlets like The New York Times and The New Yorker. Founder of Bellevue Literary Review, she's authored books like "What Doctors Feel" and "When We Do Harm," focusing on errors and humanity in medicine. Website: danielleofri.comAbout the Host:Dr. Bradley Block – Dr. Bradley Block is a board-certified otolaryngologist at ENT and Allergy Associates in Garden City, NY. He specializes in adult and pediatric ENT, with interests in sinusitis and obstructive sleep apnea. Dr. Block also hosts Succeed In Medicine podcast, focusing on personal and professional development for physiciansWant to be a guest?Email Brad at brad@physiciansguidetodoctoring.com  or visit www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to learn more!Socials:@physiciansguidetodoctoring on Facebook@physicianguidetodoctoring on YouTube@physiciansguide on Instagram and Twitter This medical podcast is your physician mentor to fill the gaps in your medical education. We cover physician soft skills, charting, interpersonal skills, doctor finance, doctor mental health, medical decisions, physician parenting, physician executive skills, navigating your doctor career, and medical professional development. This is critical CME for physicians, but without the credits (yet). A proud founding member of the Doctor Podcast Network!Visit www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to connect, dive deeper, and keep the conversation going. Let's grow! Disclaimer:This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical, financial, or legal advice. Always consult a qualified professional for personalized guidance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week's episode focuses on bacterial conjunctivitis and practical considerations for pediatric care. Host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP and Ophthalmologist Mitchell Strominger, MD discuss key principles of infection control, how to recognize concerning findings and distinguish uncomplicated conjunctivitis from more serious conditions such as orbital cellulitis, and when escalation of care is necessary. We also review the appropriate use of antibiotics, including selection, administration, and common pitfalls—highlighting how improper dosing or technique can limit effectiveness. This discussion is designed to support evidence-based decision-making and safe, effective management of bacterial conjunctivitis in children. Have a question? Email questions@vcurb.com. They will be answered in week four.For more information about available credit, visit vCurb.com.ACCME Accreditation StatementThis activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Colorado Medical Society through the joint providership of Kansas Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics and Utah Chapter, AAP.  Kansas Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics is accredited by the Colorado Medical Society to provide continuing medical education for physicians. AMA Credit Designation StatementKansas Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Applying Implementation Science to the New Paradigm of Autoimmune Diabetes: Preserving Beta Cells Through Early ScreeningThe Brain-Gut Connection: Exploring Pediatric Gastrointestinal PsychologyIn this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, the hosts introduce Dr. Ali Navidi, a clinical psychologist and founder of GI Psychology. Dr. Vedi specializes in the brain-gut connection and works with children and families to manage chronic gastrointestinal and stress-related conditions. The conversation covers topics such as the significance of the brain-gut connection, the role of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and hypnosis in treating disorders like IBS, and the impact of diet, sleep, and exercise on mental health. Dr. Vedi discusses the importance of understanding and treating hypervigilance, catastrophic thinking, and visceral hypersensitivity in patients. The episode also explores hypnosis as a therapeutic tool, its applications in various conditions, and its integration with CBT. Additionally, the challenges of persuading parents to accept psychological explanations for their children's symptoms are highlighted, along with the complex interplay of trauma and gastrointestinal issues.00:00 Introduction to The Pediatric Lounge00:28 Upcoming Event Announcement01:03 Guest Introduction: Dr. Ali Navidi03:01 Understanding the Brain-Gut Connection04:53 Impact of Lifestyle on Mental Health06:20 Managing IBS with CBT12:02 Challenges in Diagnosing Pediatric Conditions20:31 Exploring Hypnosis in Clinical Practice28:01 Entering the Flow State in Sports and Surgery30:35 Hypnosis for IBS and Abdominal Pain33:02 Hypnosis and Trauma Therapy37:59 The Role of GI Psychology39:32 Challenges with Medicaid and Insurance52:45 Managing Chronic Pain with Mindfulness and Hypnosis55:47 Concluding Thoughts and FarewellSupport the show

What actually determines whether a healthcare business compounds, or quietly stalls? In this episode of Bright Spots in Healthcare, Eric Glazer sits down with Scott Becker, Founder and Publisher of Becker's Healthcare and host of the Becker Private Equity & Business Podcast, for a candid, experience-driven conversation about building businesses that scale with confidence. Scott has spent decades building, advising, and investing in companies across healthcare, media, law, and private equity. Rather than walking through a framework or checklist, this conversation focuses on the real decisions founders and operators are facing right now, especially in a market defined by long sales cycles, regulated buyers, capital pressure, and increasing scrutiny on value. Using Scott's new book, Building Great Businesses, as a backbone, the discussion explores how leaders can cut through noise and false urgency to focus on what actually matters. In this episode, we cover: The difference between motion and real momentum in healthcare go-to-market Why founders often mistake pilots, logos, or activity for traction What healthcare leaders tend to over-optimize early, and under-invest in What true product-market fit looks like when buyers are risk-averse Why niche focus and reference customers matter more in healthcare than in other sectors How and when outside capital helps—and when it quietly distorts focus Why the right people matter more than the right idea when building enduring businesses This episode is designed for founders, operators, and senior leaders who are already in the arena, and want clearer thinking about the few decisions that truly determine long-term success. About Scott: Scott Becker is a distinguished entrepreneur, investor, and legal professional who has built a remarkable career at the intersection of healthcare, media, and law. As the founder and publisher of Becker's Healthcare, a leading healthcare media company, and a longtime partner at McGuireWoods, a top AmLaw firm, Scott has established himself as an authority in his field. With a mission to provide valuable insights and strategies for entrepreneurs and business leaders, Scott draws upon his extensive experience to help others navigate the complexities of building and scaling successful ventures. His expertise spans across various industries, including healthcare, private equity, and venture capital, where he has made significant investments and contributes as an active investor. Scott is also a prolific author, having written several books, including Health Care Law: A Practical Guide, The Physician's Managed Care Success Manual, The ASC Handbook, and The Entrepreneur's Edge. He hosts two highly ranked podcasts, Becker's Healthcare Podcast and Becker Private Equity and Business Podcast, where he shares his knowledge. He has interviewed prominent figures such as George and Laura Bush, Bill and Hillary Clinton, Nikki Haley, and Michael Strahan via Becker's Healthcare conferences. Scott currently resides in the Chicago suburbs, Palm Beach Gardens, and Deer Valley. When he's not working on his business endeavors, he can be found pursuing his passions for golf, tennis, fitness, skiing, writing, and speaking.   Pre-Order Scott's book, Building Great Businesses: Create Momentum, Overcome Setbacks, and Scale with Confidence - https://a.co/d/3gDAz7B   Notes: Book Recommendations Measure What Matters — John Doerr Profit from the Core: A Return to Growth in Turbulent Times — Chris Zook & James Allen The ONE Thing — Gary Keller 10x Is Easier Than 2x — Dan Sullivan & Dr. Benjamin Hardy Who Not How — Dan Sullivan & Dr. Benjamin Hardy Unreasonable Hospitality — Will Guidara Podcast Recommendation Becker Private Equity & Business Podcast — hosted by Scott Becker Partner with Bright Spots Ventures: If you are interested in speaking with the Bright Spots Ventures team to brainstorm how we can help you grow your business via content and relationships, email hkrish@brightspotsventures.com. About Bright Spots Ventures: Bright Spots Ventures is a healthcare strategy and engagement company that creates content, communities, and connections to accelerate innovation. We help healthcare leaders discover what's working, and how to scale it. By bringing together health plan, hospital, and solution leaders, we facilitate the exchange of ideas that lead to measurable impact. Through our podcast, executive councils, private events, and go-to-market strategy work, we surface and amplify the "bright spots" in healthcare—proven innovations others can learn from and replicate. At our core, we exist to create trusted relationships that make real progress possible. Visit our website at www.brightspotsinhealthcare.com. Visit our website:  www.brightspotsinhealthcare.com. Follow Bright Spots in Healthcare: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shared-purpose-connect/

Send us a textNegotiated payer rates are public… sort of.For decades, some of the most important numbers in healthcare lived behind locked doors. The actual negotiated rates between payers and providers—the numbers that determine whether a practice thrives, survives, or quietly bleeds margin—were treated like trade secrets. You were expected to negotiate them, manage against them, and forecast your future with only partial visibility. (Which may also be referred to as guessing.) And now, suddenly, those rates are posted online. Publicly available. Downloadable by anyone. Often buried inside massive machine-readable files that can be tens or even hundreds of gigabytes in size, split across dozens of links, and structured in ways that make them nearly impossible to interpret without specialized tools.So yes, the data is “public.” But that doesn't mean it's usable. And that gap—between availability and usability—is where the real story begins.This episode isn't about patient shopping tools or consumer price estimates. This is a conversation for physicians, administrators, and revenue leaders who live in the real world of payer contracts, underpayments, denials, and annual budget pressure. It's about what the price transparency laws actually unlocked on the payer side, what data is now available because of them, why payers released it so reluctantly, and why a whole new category of software has emerged almost overnight to turn that raw data into something you can actually use. And most importantly, it's about why renewing insurance contracts—every single year—is no longer optional best practice, but essential financial governance.Please Follow or Subscribe to get new episodes delivered to you as soon as they drop! Visit Jill's company, Health e Practices' website: https://healtheps.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter, Health e Connections: http://21978609.hs-sites.com/newletter-subscriber Want more formal learning? Check out Jill's newly released course: Physician's Edge: Mastering Business & Finance in Your Medical Practice. 32.5 hours of online, on-demand CME-accredited training tailored just for busy physicians. Find it here: Purchase your copy of Jill's book here: Physician Heal Thy Financial Self Join our Medical Money Matters Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3834886643404507/ Original Musical Score by: Craig Addy at https://www.underthepiano.ca/ Visit Craig's website to book your Once in a Lifetime music experience Podcast coaching and development by: Jennifer Furlong, CEO, Communication Twenty-Four Seven https://www.communicationtwentyfourseven.com/

Send us a textYou don't need a brand-new personality this year.You don't need kale, CrossFit, or a personality transplant on January 1st.What you do need are a few small, intentional tweaks—decisions that actually respect the life you're living and the woman you already are.In this episode, we're officially past the “New Year, New You” nonsense and back in real life. And from that grounded place, I'm sharing 10 tweaks I'm committing to for 2026—not as rules, not as resolutions, but as lived practices that protect energy, reclaim time, and make space for delight.This list is personal.It's also wildly transferable.As you listen, I want you asking:“Which one of these is mine?”In this episode, we talk about:Why protecting your energy isn't selfish—it's survival (and leadership)How taking care of yourself is taking care of others (yes, even in medicine)Why waiting to meet your own needs is a fast track to burnoutHow to master your time without doing everything yourselfKnowing when and where to speak your mind (and where not to)Saying no without over-explaining or apologizingWhy delight is not frivolous—it's fuelHow questioning your assumptions quietly changes everythingThe power of retiring unnecessary apologiesWhat it really means to detach from medicine—mentally and physicallyThis is not about becoming someone else in 2026.It's about becoming more you, with better boundaries, more joy, and fewer open tabs in your brain.Your invitation:Steal this list.Adapt it.Make your own.Choose one tweak and practice it this week.If you want support doing this work—figuring out how to protect your energy, reclaim your time, and show up as yourself again—I'd love to help.You can reach me at megan@healthierforgood.com, check out my website (www.healthierforgood.com) or schedule at https://calendly.com/healthierforgood/coaching-discovery-callAnd if this episode resonated, please:Leave a rating and a written review (both matter)Share this episode with a physician who needs itWe don't make change alone.We pass it on. Support the showTo learn more about my coaching practice and group offerings, head over to www.healthierforgood.com. I help Physicians and Allied Health Professional women to let go of toxic perfectionist and people-pleasing habits that leave them frustrated and exhausted. If you are ready to learn skills that help you set boundaries and prioritize yourself, without becoming a cynical a-hole, come work with me.Want to contact me directly?Email: megan@healthierforgood.comFollow me on Instagram!@MeganMeloMD

Show notes: (0:00) Intro (1:03) Dr. Garley's background and why sleep became his passion (3:14) 85% of people with sleep apnea don't know they have it (5:20) What a modern home sleep test looks like (7:17) How untreated sleep apnea shortens lifespan (12:54) Are sleep medications helping or harming you? (18:00) Magnesium and other common sleep aids (24:30) The gold standard for insomnia: CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia) (26:45) What "better sleep" really means (29:51) The ideal sleep environment: cool, dark, and quiet (31:39) Do sleep trackers actually help or stress you out? (36:51) Is there a "magic" sleep window before midnight? (38:53) Morning sunlight and your body's internal clock (42:00) The real problem with phone use before bed (45:30) How to get help from Dr. Garley and The Better Sleep Clinic (46:17) Outro Who is Dr. David Garley?   Dr David Garley is a Sleep Expert and Managing Director of The Better Sleep Clinic. He originally trained in respiratory medicine and qualified as a member of the Royal College of Physicians before moving to primary care, where he continued his specialist interest in sleep medicine. He is passionate about sleep health and greatly motivated by the profound impact that the restoration of good sleep can have on the quality of life of his patients. The Better Sleep Clinic is an online sleep clinic that diagnoses and treats a wide variety of sleep disorders and specialises in obstructive sleep apnea. They offer online appointments with consultant sleep specialists and send out home sleep tests to be carried out in the comfort of your own home. Gold standard treatments for sleep disorders are provided through a friendly, patient-centred and personalised service.   Connect with Dr. Garley Website: https://www.thebettersleepclinic.co.uk/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-garley-tbsc/?originalSubdomain=uk Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram  

What happens when the adrenaline of emergency medicine meets the high personal cost of shift work and family demands?In this Echo Episode, Dr. Andrea Austin talks with Dr. Miranda Phillips about her transition from full-time trauma center EM to a life of financial freedom and wellness. Inspired by a mission trip to Guatemala at age 16, Miranda pursued medicine to make a profound impact. She reflects on loving EM's wide scope but leaving due to burnout, single parenthood challenges, and value misalignments. Discover how she built passive income surpassing her salary, healed through lifestyle medicine, and now helps physicians via investing education and holistic care.You'll hear how they:Address EM burnout from nights, weekends, and high emotional costs, and the courage to pivot when family needs come firstBuild financial security through passive investing in real estate syndications, creating a safety net without more time demandsIntegrate lifestyle medicine to reverse chronic conditions, optimize personal health, and reclaim joy through routines like exercise and sleepInspire hope by challenging regrets, seeking mentors, and living aligned with values for a fulfilling post-burnout lifeIf you're an EM physician facing burnout or seeking financial and health freedom, this episode offers practical insights and encouragement for change.About the Guest:“I love what I'm doing. I love being financially free.” – Dr. Miranda PhillipsDr. Miranda Phillips is an emergency medicine physician, entrepreneur, investor, philanthropist, and international speaker. Starting her career in 2009 after a transformative mission trip, she practiced full-time EM until 2020, when burnout and family priorities led her to pivot. Co-founder of Elite Wealth and Wellness, she educates physicians on passive investing for financial independence. Board-certified in lifestyle medicine, she practices telemedicine at Saha Vita Institute, helping patients optimize health and reverse conditions like diabetes and hypertension.

Health care strategist Dana Y. Lujan discusses her article "Is direct primary care sustainable in a downturn?" Dana explains how the rising cost of living and subscription fatigue are challenging the retail model of direct primary care for middle-class families. She contrasts this fragility with the stability of employer-sponsored models where organizations absorb the cost to ensure consistent access for their workforce. The conversation highlights the critical need to align medical business models with the actual economic capabilities of the communities they serve rather than relying solely on ideological goals. Join us to explore how financial strategy determines the longevity of patient care. This episode is presented by Scholar Advising, a fee-only financial advising firm specializing in providing advice for DIY investors. If you want clear, actionable strategies and confidence that your financial decisions are built on objective advice without AUM fees or commissions, Scholar is designed for you. Physicians often navigate complex compensation structures, including W-2 income, 1099 work, production bonuses, and practice ownership. Scholar's highly credentialed advisors guide high-earners through decisions like optimizing investments for long-term tax efficiency and expert strategies for financial independence. Every recommendation is tailored to the financial realities physicians face. VISIT SPONSOR → https://scholaradvising.com/kevinmd SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended

Send us a textIn this Journal Club episode of the Incubator Podcast, Ben Courchia and Daphna Yasova-Barbeau review a study from the Journal of Perinatology evaluating NT-proBNP as a diagnostic tool for chronic pulmonary hypertension in extremely preterm infants. The discussion walks through the clinical burden of pulmonary hypertension in babies with bronchopulmonary dysplasia, the limitations of echocardiography, and the appeal of accessible biomarkers. Using data from a SickKids Toronto cohort, the hosts unpack sensitivity, specificity, cutoff values, and real-world applicability, while exploring how NT-proBNP could support screening, risk stratification, and bedside decision-making in everyday NICU practice.----Can N-terminal pro-brain natriuretic peptide accurately diagnose chronic pulmonary hypertension among extremely low gestational age neonates: A Retrospective Cohort Study. Garcia-Gozalo M, Jain A, Weisz DE, Jasani B.J Perinatol. 2025 Nov 13. doi: 10.1038/s41372-025-02462-3. Online ahead of print.PMID: 41233504Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

TODAY ON THE ROBERT SCOTT BELL SHOW: Open Letter To Physicians, Washington Fluoride Freedom, Med Elite Fear Free Markets, Teen Fatty Liver Risk, Sulfonalum, Michael Boldin, Tenth Amendment Center, Founders' Blueprint Betrayed, Franklin's Virtue Challenge, Ancient Liberty Lessons, Bill of Rights Origins, and MORE! https://robertscottbell.com/physician-burnout-open-letter-washington-fluoride-freedom-victory-fear-of-free-markets-teen-fatty-liver-risk-sulfonalum-founders-blueprint-betrayed-franklins-virtue-challenge/https://boxcast.tv/view/open-letter-to-physicians-washington-fluoride-ban-elite-fear-free-markets-michael-boldin-tenth-amendment-center---the-rsb-show-1-9-26-yqvc3h2gjzzmbqewlh4b Purpose and Character The use of copyrighted material on the website is for non-commercial, educational purposes, and is intended to provide benefit to the public through information, critique, teaching, scholarship, or research. Nature of Copyrighted Material Weensure that the copyrighted material used is for supplementary and illustrative purposes and that it contributes significantly to the user's understanding of the content in a non-detrimental way to the commercial value of the original content. Amount and Substantiality Our website uses only the necessary amount of copyrighted material to achieve the intended purpose and does not substitute for the original market of the copyrighted works. Effect on Market Value The use of copyrighted material on our website does not in any way diminish or affect the market value of the original work. We believe that our use constitutes a 'fair use' of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. If you believe that any content on the website violates your copyright, please contact us providing the necessary information, and we will take appropriate action to address your concern.

Welcome to another episode of the Sustainable Clinical Medicine Podcast! In this episode, the host welcomes Dr. Claire Plumbly, a clinical psychologist from the UK, to discuss her work and insights into managing burnout and trauma. Dr. Plumbly shares her background and journey into clinical psychology, highlighting her work in private practice and her recent book, 'The Trauma of Burnout'. The conversation delves into signs and symptoms of burnout, practical advice for managing it, and the importance of understanding one's nervous system. Dr. Plumbly also emphasizes the need for compassionate self-care, regular check-ins throughout the day, and has suggestions for winding down to improve sleep. She further discusses ways to prevent burnout and introduces the concept of intensive therapy sessions for those who find weekly sessions challenging. The episode provides valuable insights and strategies for recognizing and dealing with burnout effectively. Here are 3 key takeaways from this episode: Understand Your Nervous System States Burnout involves getting stuck in two problematic nervous system states: "Amber" (sympathetic overdrive - constant rushing, can't slow down) and "Red" (dorsal shutdown - autopilot, disconnected, people-pleasing). You need different strategies for each: discharge excess energy when in Amber through movement, and gently thaw out when in Red through soothing touch and connection. Recognize the Four Warning Signs Watch for burnout signals across four areas: Physical (aches, tension, frequent illness), Cognitive (rigid thinking, decision fatigue, making mistakes), Emotional (limited emotional range - stuck in overwhelmed/anxious/flat), and Behavioral (numbing behaviors like extra drinking, doom scrolling, or impulse purchases). Use Transition Points as Check-In Opportunities Don't wait until end of day to address burnout. Use every transition between tasks as a mini pause to check: "What does my body need right now? What gear am I in?" This prevents accumulation of stress and makes winding down at night actually possible - you can't crash from sixth gear into sleep. Meet Dr. Claire Plumbly: Dr Claire Plumbly is a clinical psychologist, EMDR consultant & founder of Plum Psychology - a team of trauma-specialists who offer intensive therapy packages for burnout and trauma in the UK. She is the author of The Trauma of Burnout - which shows us how to navigate out of overwhelm tapping into the power of your nervous system Connect with Dr. Claire Plemby:

Otolaryngologist Alan P. Feren and patient advocate Joyce Griggs discuss their article "Why health self-advocacy is an essential life skill." Alan and Joyce share the personal journey of becoming a "chief health executive" and explain why managing medical care should be treated with the same seriousness as financial planning. They outline the eight core pillars of advocacy, ranging from health literacy to financial navigation, and argue for the creation of condition-agnostic tools that help patients regardless of their specific diagnosis. The conversation highlights how preparation and organization not only reduce anxiety for caregivers but also save time for clinicians and improve overall outcomes. Join us to find out how you can build the confidence to navigate a complex system effectively. This episode is presented by Scholar Advising, a fee-only financial advising firm specializing in providing advice for DIY investors. If you want clear, actionable strategies and confidence that your financial decisions are built on objective advice without AUM fees or commissions, Scholar is designed for you. Physicians often navigate complex compensation structures, including W-2 income, 1099 work, production bonuses, and practice ownership. Scholar's highly credentialed advisors guide high-earners through decisions like optimizing investments for long-term tax efficiency and expert strategies for financial independence. Every recommendation is tailored to the financial realities physicians face. VISIT SPONSOR → https://scholaradvising.com/kevinmd SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended

Physicians are trained to believe that skepticism keeps us safe and belief is generally risky. Over time, this quietly erodes trust in ourselves and what might be possible. What once felt protective can slowly narrow our lives and choices.  Stuckness, disconnection, and a subtle loss of feeling alive grows.   PEARLS OF WISDOM Medical culture often rewards certainty while sidelining imagination, hope, and belief. • Not believing in ourselves can feel protective, yet it frequently keeps us confined to versions of life that no longer fit. • Belief is not naïve optimism. It is a skill and a gift that can be practiced and borrowed when our own feels unsteady. • Imagining what is possible, even without a clear path, is essential for healing, leadership, and sustainable change. • Practicing belief does not abandon logic or science. It creates the spaciousness and courage to move toward alignment. Reflection Questions Where have we organized our lives around not believing, perhaps to avoid disappointment? What have we stopped believing in, and what did that belief once offer us? Who has offered us borrowed belief, and how did it feel to receive it? What might it look like to risk a small disappointment in service of something more alive or more true? If you are ready to gently begin believing again, mindfulness and coaching offer grounded places to start. Slowing down allows us to notice where fear has shaped our choices and where belief may still be quietly present. Whether you are navigating burnout, transition, or a longing for more meaning and spaciousness, coaching and retreat spaces can support this remembering. They all offer a compassionate, practical way to reconnect with belief and possibility. Enjoy a yoga class on this topic on Jessie's YouTube channel - Mindful Yoga to Grow Trust and Belief with Dr. Jessie Mahoney Read more about this topic on Jessie's Blog - The Gift of Belief The Connect in Nature Retreat is also a meaningful space to rediscover awe, wonder, and belief—in ourselves and in what is possible. Partners and colleagues are encouraged to join. Shared experiences often deepen connection and clarity. www.jessiemahoneymd.com/retreats If we would like to bring this work into our organizations, Dr. Liang and I both offer speaking and workshop experiences that support belief, healing, and connection in healthcare and beyond. www.jessiemahoneymd.com/speaking www.awakenbreath.org Nothing shared in the Healing Medicine Podcast is medical advice.

Medical oncologist, geriatrician, and physician scientist GJ van Londen and Chief of Genetic and Genomic Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine Gerald Vockley discuss the article "FDA delays could end vital treatment for rare disease patients." GJ and Gerald explore the complex regulatory impasse where the U.S. Food and Drug Administration denied standard approval for elamipretide despite a positive advisory committee vote, creating a financial crisis that threatens to cut off supply for everyone. GJ shares his personal journey from treating cancer to living with primary mitochondrial myopathy, while the conversation emphasizes the critical need for the agency to use the flexibility granted by the Orphan Drug Act to save a treatment that has already proven its worth. Join us to understand the life-or-death stakes hidden behind administrative decisions. This episode is presented by Scholar Advising, a fee-only financial advising firm specializing in providing advice for DIY investors. If you want clear, actionable strategies and confidence that your financial decisions are built on objective advice without AUM fees or commissions, Scholar is designed for you. Physicians often navigate complex compensation structures, including W-2 income, 1099 work, production bonuses, and practice ownership. Scholar's highly credentialed advisors guide high-earners through decisions like optimizing investments for long-term tax efficiency and expert strategies for financial independence. Every recommendation is tailored to the financial realities physicians face. VISIT SPONSOR → https://scholaradvising.com/kevinmd SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended

This is a Bonus Episode, which means that it doesn't have any of the beautiful audio engineering from our amazing team.In this Bonus Episode, Jennie Nash talks with physician-writer Carolyn Roy Bornstein about how one Blueprint exercise brought clarity to a long-stalled book project. By identifying a single ideal reader, Carolyn was able to see exactly who she was writing for and shape A Prescription for Burnout with purpose and focus.They discuss why audience clarity matters and how the Blueprint can unlock momentum at the right moment in the writing process.Our guest, Carolyn Roy Bornstein, MD is a retired pediatrician, narrative medicine teacher, and author whose work explores the healing power of reflective writing. Her forthcoming book, A Prescription for Burnout: Restorative Writing for Healthcare Professionals, will be published by Johns Hopkins University Press. Carolyn draws on her clinical experience, her own journey through trauma and recovery, and her work with healthcare trainees to help writers—and caregivers—find voice, purpose, and resilience through the written word.Join Us for the Blueprint Challenge Starting January 12Hi there supporters and subscribers! Many of you are joining the Winter Blueprint for a Book, and if that's you, you must opt-in to receive posts, AMAs, write-alongs and podcasts. In 10 weeks, future you will be thanking current you for all the work you put in to figure out what you want this book to be—and how to best get it there, whether you're starting fresh with a new draft or revising something that still hasn't come together.If you don't opt in (how-to below), this will be the only Blueprint-related email that comes your way. (So no worries and no extra emails for those of us having a normal chaotic writing season!)And for those of you who haven't yet signed up—WHAT are you waiting for? This is a killer deal—put in an hour a week (okay, maybe more some weeks) and you could have a blueprint in hand by March—with a cohort, AMAs, write-alongs and plenty of help. Last chance—or at least, this is the last time we'll prod you. If you decide to jump in next week, we'll be here.Want to learn more? We published a whole series about the joys and benefits of the Blueprint:* What the Blueprint is and why Jennie made it* Introducing the winter book coach hosts* Overcoming Pantsing Pitfalls: How the Blueprint Method Can Save Your Story* The Blueprint is the Solution for Time-Strapped Writers* How to Use a Blueprint for Revision* Befriending the Blueprint* Using Mindfulness to Master the BlueprintNot yet a paid subscriber? There's still time—in fact, there's still a special deal in place for those who want to jump in: 20% off an annual subscription until 1/15/25, and you can spend the next ten weeks figuring out what you want this book to be, instead of writing 250K words over the course of the year to achieve the same thing. Ask me how I know.To join Blueprint for a Book, you must opt-in and set up your podcast feed. Don't worry, it's simple! Click here to go to your #AmWriting account, and when you see this screen, do two things:* Toggle “Blueprint for a Book” from “off” (grey) to “on” (orange).* Click “set up podcast” next to Winter 2025 Blueprint for a Book and follow the easy instructions. (It is MUCH easier to do this step on your phone.)Once you set those things up, you'll get all the future Blueprint emails and podcasts (and if you're joining the party a bit late, just head to our website and click on Blueprint for a Book Winter 2025 in the top menu). This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amwriting.substack.com/subscribe

Bacterial Skin InfectionsThese three are often tested against each other. The win is recognizing depth, borders, and systemic features, then choosing topical vs oral vs IV. Cellulitis Clinical Presentation Rash / Skin Findings Systemic Symptoms The question stem will likely include Physical Exam & Labs Treatment Exam Keys Erysipelas Clinical Presentation Rash / Skin Findings […] The post 150 Skin Infections, Bites & Infestations – Pattern Recognition, Treatment Buckets, and Easy PANCE Points appeared first on Physician Assistant Exam Review.