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1 week ago | 
kevinmd.com | Lori Johnson |Molly Walker |Michele Luckenbaugh |Michael O. Fine
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes!Anesthesiologist Colleen Naglee discusses her article, “We should tip health care workers too.” Colleen reflects on the rise of tipping culture in everyday services and questions why health care workers—who risk violence, burnout, and underpayment—are left out of these gestures of appreciation.
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1 month ago | 
kevinmd.com | Peter Ubel |George Mathew |Ronald A. Paulus |Lori Johnson
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes!Health care executive Cecil Pineda discusses his article, “Under siege: the escalating ransomware crisis in health care,” examining the alarming rise in cyberattacks on hospitals and health systems. Cecil highlights the growing frequency and financial toll of ransomware attacks, with major incidents affecting patient care, disrupting operations, and costing billions.
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2 months ago | 
kevinmd.com | Michele Luckenbaugh |George Mathew |Ronald A. Paulus |Lori Johnson
As I navigate this world, I often feel overwhelmed by its harshness, making peace and harmony seem elusive. Today, the atmosphere feels particularly heavy with distrust and anger, leaving me caught in a constant “me” versus “you” mindset. At times, it feels as though a corrosive glue has enveloped the workings of my heart, preventing me from experiencing emotions and diminishing my willingness to seek the truth or ensure my story is heard.
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Jan 18, 2025 | 
kevinmd.com | George Mathew |Steven Siegel |Ronald A. Paulus |Lori Johnson
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes!We dive into the critical issue of physician burnout and the challenges facing primary care providers with family physician Santina Wheat. Discover practical strategies for reclaiming joy in medicine, setting boundaries, and rediscovering purpose amidst the demands of the health care system.
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Jan 11, 2025 | 
kevinmd.com | George Mathew |Steven Siegel |Ronald A. Paulus |Lori Johnson
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes!Explore the critical role of health care boards in shaping organizational culture, workforce development, and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB). Physician advocate and physical therapist Kim Downey and health care consultant Geoffrey Roche discuss how boards can drive systemic change, address workforce shortages, and prioritize career pathways to ensure long-term success in health care.
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Dec 1, 2024 | 
kevinmd.com | Carole Estabrooks |Jeffrey Fraser |Cindy Thompson |Lori Johnson
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes!Join us for an enlightening discussion with neurologist Amy E. Sanders as we explore the evolution of biomarkers in diagnosing and monitoring Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. We’ll delve into the significance of blood-based biomarkers, their potential to revolutionize early detection and treatment, and the challenges of integrating these advancements into clinical practice.
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Nov 29, 2024 | 
kevinmd.com | George Mathew |Steven Siegel |Ronald A. Paulus |Lori Johnson
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes!We explore the powerful intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and appreciative inquiry (AI) in health care. Anesthesiologist Wael Saasouh and health care executive Lisa Scardina share their insights on how technology can support collaboration, boost morale, and improve clinical practice.
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Nov 20, 2024 | 
kevinmd.com | Rachel Litchman |Lori Johnson |Eric Tian |Molly Walker
As I lay abandoned on a stretcher in the hallway of my university hospital’s emergency room, I felt powerless in my ability to improve the quality of my care. Nurses bustled back and forth between patient rooms, too busy to give me the attention I deserved. My bladder was getting painfully full, but I was too weak to get up to use the restroom and unable to find anyone I could ask for help. For the nurses, there was no time to rest.
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Nov 16, 2024 | 
kevinmd.com | George Mathew |Steven Siegel |Ronald A. Paulus |Lori Johnson
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes!We dive into the powerful story of a physician-mother whose world changed with the onset of COVID-19. Our guest, Arian Nachat, a palliative and emergency medicine physician, shares her journey through the pandemic, balancing the demanding roles of mother and doctor.
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Nov 7, 2024 | 
kevinmd.com | George Mathew |Steven Siegel |Ronald A. Paulus |Lori Johnson
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes!In this episode, nurse consultant Beth Boynton joins us to discuss the transformative power of the Medical Improv Toolkit in clinical settings. We dive into how playful, experiential activities can enhance communication, reduce conflict, and foster psychological safety among healthcare teams.
