5. Burnout: The Vicious Cycle

May 6, 2021

Dr. Vivian Lee, author of "The Long Fix," and Dr. Jill Gross, a licensed psychologist, delve into the chaotic world of healthcare finances and the personal toll of burnout. Vivian critiques the fee-for-service model, arguing it prioritizes profit over patient care. Jill shares her firsthand struggles as a mental health provider facing insurance challenges and inadequate compensation. Together, they advocate for systemic reforms and emphasize the need for better mental health access, encouraging listeners to rethink their approach to wellness in a demanding landscape.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

The Struggles of Mental Health Practitioners

01:35 • 13min

Navigating Burnout and Embracing Change

14:21 • 3min

Rethinking Chaos and Burnout in Healthcare

16:59 • 5min

Challenges in Modern Healthcare

22:24 • 8min

Reforming Healthcare Financing

30:07 • 14min

Celebrating Pregnancy and Addressing Societal Issues

44:20 • 2min

The healthcare system is basically a lucrative game of tug-of-war among players – and the winner reaps a trillion dollar pot of gold. But is it a fair game? David explores the monstrous “fee-for service system” with Dr. Vivian Lee. Then, Dr. Jill Gross joins David to explore how the results can lead to a total system breakdown.

Resources from the episode:

Pick up your own copy of Dr. Lee’s book, The Long Fix: Solving America's Health Care Crisis with Strategies that Work for Everyone – https://wwnorton.com/books/9781324006671
Read more about the “fee-for-service monster” in Dr. Lee’s STAT article – https://www.statnews.com/2020/06/12/fee-for-service-is-a-terrible-way-to-pay-for-health-care-try-a-subscription-model-instead/
Learn more about Dr. Jill Gross at https://www.drjillgross.com/

Keep up with David on twitter @CHIDavidSmith.

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