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1 month ago | 
kevinmd.com | Pamela Wible |Mattie Renn |Thomas Pak |Corey Feist
Mid-step on the sky bridge, boarding my flight—the message lands. Raw. Desperate. A life breaking apart in real time:“I’ve been in health care my entire life. Surgical services. Because I spoke up against wrongdoing, stood up for myself, I’m out of a job and can’t get a job anywhere now. I’m 60 now. I don’t know what to do. I’ve had a hard life, and I buried all the pain in work. Now. Alone. Nothing but time on my hands—all of it surfacing.
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Nov 27, 2024 | 
kevinmd.com | Mattie Renn |Thomas Pak |Corey Feist |George Mathew
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes!We sit down with Perrette St. Preux, a nurse, to explore the realities of work-life balance in health care. We discuss the personal and professional challenges that come with maintaining well-being in a demanding field, the importance of setting boundaries, and strategies for avoiding burnout.
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Oct 14, 2024 | 
kevinmd.com | Steven Siegel |Mattie Renn |Thomas Pak |Corey Feist
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes!We sit down with Nicholas Rosenlicht, psychiatrist and author of My Brother’s Keeper: The Untold Stories Behind the Business of Mental Health―and How to Stop the Abandonment of the Mentally Ill.
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Aug 10, 2024 | 
kevinmd.com | Steven Siegel |Mattie Renn |Thomas Pak |Corey Feist
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes!We sit down with Claire Ellerbrock, a nurse practitioner with a background in psychiatric and behavioral health care. Claire shares her powerful and transformative experience with a patient named John, whose tragic passing highlighted the systemic failures in the treatment of individuals with severe mental illness (SMI).
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Jul 5, 2024 | 
kevinmd.com | Harvey Castro |Mattie Renn |Thomas Pak |Corey Feist
Success in the health care industry often demands technical expertise, a resilient mindset, and an unwavering commitment to personal growth. We will delve into key lessons, focusing on how health care professionals can leverage these insights to excel in their demanding careers. The importance of a strong “why”Motivation. In health care, the “why” often stems from a deep-seated desire to help others and make a difference.
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Mar 24, 2024 | 
kevinmd.com | Steven Siegel |Mattie Renn |Thomas Pak |Corey Feist
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes!Pediatric nephrologist Katherine Twombley opens up about her personal journey and her book, First Do No Harm: A Physician’s Burnout and Mental Health Guidebook from Medical School to Retirement. Join us as she sheds light on the important topic of physician mental health, drawing from her own experiences and the tragic loss of her father, Dr. James Michael Twombley.
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Feb 22, 2024 | 
usnews.com | Corey Feist |Arianna Huffington |Deborah Marcus |Michelle Williams
During the COVID-19 crisis, we saw a surge of support and compassion for health workers. But while the pandemic may be over, well-being and mental health challenges for health workers remain. READ: Battling Burnout in Health CareIn a 2023 HealthDay-Harris Poll survey, 63% of doctors and nurses said they were experiencing burnout at work, and research indicates that health workers, including physicians and nurses, are at increased risk of suicide.
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Jan 24, 2024 | 
kevinmd.com | Harvey Castro |Mattie Renn |Thomas Pak |Corey Feist
In the ever-evolving health care landscape, where technological advancements and digital presence are increasingly intertwined, health care professionals, including doctors and nurses, must understand the importance of a robust digital footprint. This isn’t just about staying relevant; it’s about showcasing your expertise, connecting with peers and potential employers, and embracing technological innovations like AI in health care.
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Nov 5, 2023 | 
kevinmd.com | Mattie Renn |Thomas Pak |Corey Feist |George Mathew
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Catch up on old episodes!We delve into the critical issue of physician burnout and the transformative power of mindfulness in health care. Our guest, Seema Desai, a dentist and life coach, shares her expertise on how mindfulness can benefit health care professionals. We explore its practical applications, its impact on patient care, and hear real stories of doctors who have found balance and resilience through mindfulness practices.
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Oct 17, 2023 | 
kevinmd.com | Irene Tanzman |Mattie Renn |Thomas Pak |Corey Feist
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that health care entities provide full and equal access for people with disabilities. Physicians must diagnose and treat such individuals, even though they receive little or no training in medical school. It’s tricky when the patient cannot convey where it hurts or describe their pain and may refuse to cooperate with medical procedures.
