

The Podcast by KevinMD
Kevin Pho, MD
Social media's leading physician voice, Kevin Pho, MD, shares the stories of the many who intersect with our health care system but are rarely heard from. 15 minutes a day. 7 days a week. Welcome to The Podcast by KevinMD.
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Jul 20, 2023 • 22min
Improving the financial struggles of resident physicians
Join Kelley Butler, a family medicine resident and member of the Committee of Interns and Residents/SEIU, as we delve into the financial struggles faced by health care workers, focusing on the experiences of resident physicians. We discuss the impact of inadequate compensation on patient care, burnout rates, and the overall well-being of health care professionals. Our discussion centers around Senate Bill 525, which aims to address these challenges by advocating for a fair living wage for health care workers. Tune in to discover the importance of equitable compensation and the potential benefits of a more diverse physician workforce. Kelley Butler is a family medicine resident and member, the Committee of Interns and Residents/SEIU. She discusses the KevinMD article, "To improve health care, respect doctors' humanity with a living wage." The Podcast by KevinMD is brought to you by the Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience. With a growing physician shortage, increasing burnout, and declining patient satisfaction, a dramatic change is needed to make health care more efficient and effective and bring back the joy of practicing medicine. AI-driven ambient clinical intelligence promises to help by revolutionizing patient and provider experiences with clinical documentation that writes itself. The Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience, or DAX for short, is a voice-enabled, ambient clinical intelligence solution that automatically captures patient encounters securely and accurately at the point of care. Physicians who use DAX have reported a 50 percent decrease in documentation time and a 70 percent reduction in feelings of burnout, and 83 percent of patients say their physician is more personable and conversational. Rediscover the joy of medicine with clinical documentation that writes itself, all within the EHR. VISIT SPONSOR → https://nuance.com/daxinaction SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended GET CME FOR THIS EPISODE → https://earnc.me/3Wb6q4 Powered by CMEfy.

Jul 19, 2023 • 18min
Closing the empathy gap in health care
Nicole Rochester is a pediatrician and advocate for improving the doctor-patient relationship. She shares her personal experiences and discusses the importance of intentional human connection in clinical encounters. We delve into the root causes of the empathy gap, including bias and systemic factors, and discuss how it disproportionately affects marginalized communities. Nicole provides practical strategies for health care professionals to challenge their biases and foster meaningful relationships with patients. Tune in to discover how we can collectively close the empathy gap and promote empathy, compassion, and kindness in health care. Nicole Rochester is a pediatrician. She discusses her KevinMD article, "The empathy gap: How a lack of understanding is fueling poor outcomes and health disparities." The Podcast by KevinMD is brought to you by the Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience. With a growing physician shortage, increasing burnout, and declining patient satisfaction, a dramatic change is needed to make health care more efficient and effective and bring back the joy of practicing medicine. AI-driven ambient clinical intelligence promises to help by revolutionizing patient and provider experiences with clinical documentation that writes itself. The Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience, or DAX for short, is a voice-enabled, ambient clinical intelligence solution that automatically captures patient encounters securely and accurately at the point of care. Physicians who use DAX have reported a 50 percent decrease in documentation time and a 70 percent reduction in feelings of burnout, and 83 percent of patients say their physician is more personable and conversational. Rediscover the joy of medicine with clinical documentation that writes itself, all within the EHR. VISIT SPONSOR → https://nuance.com/daxinaction SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended GET CME FOR THIS EPISODE → https://earnc.me/GVpOcV Powered by CMEfy.

Jul 18, 2023 • 18min
Innovative solutions for the growing mental health crisis in children and families
Join Monika Roots, a child and adolescent psychiatrist and health care executive, who explores the concerning rise in diagnoses of depression, anxiety, and behavioral problems, the shortcomings of the current mental health care model, and the potential solutions. Discover how technology, early intervention, care coordination, equity, and policy changes can reshape mental health care for the better. Don't miss this critical conversation to help our children and families thrive. Monika Roots is a psychiatrist and health care executive. She discusses the KevinMD article, "Urgent innovation is needed to address the growing mental health crisis among children and families." The Podcast by KevinMD is brought to you by the Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience. With a growing physician shortage, increasing burnout, and declining patient satisfaction, a dramatic change is needed to make health care more efficient and effective and bring back the joy of practicing medicine. AI-driven ambient clinical intelligence promises to help by revolutionizing patient and provider experiences with clinical documentation that writes itself. The Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience, or DAX for short, is a voice-enabled, ambient clinical intelligence solution that automatically captures patient encounters securely and accurately at the point of care. Physicians who use DAX have reported a 50 percent decrease in documentation time and a 70 percent reduction in feelings of burnout, and 83 percent of patients say their physician is more personable and conversational. Rediscover the joy of medicine with clinical documentation that writes itself, all within the EHR. VISIT SPONSOR → https://nuance.com/daxinaction SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended GET CME FOR THIS EPISODE → https://earnc.me/BZqeJo Powered by CMEfy.

Jul 17, 2023 • 17min
Chronic constipation treatment with pulsed irrigation evacuation
In this episode, we delve into the serious consequences of fecal impaction and chronic constipation on patients' well-being and health care costs. Our guest, Mahesh Moolani, an internal medicine physician and author of Tough Decisions In Care Of Elderly Loved Ones, sheds light on the pulsed irrigation evacuation (PIE) device. Discover how this device provides relief for patients with neurogenic bowel disorders and recurrent impactions when traditional treatments fail. Join us as we explore the safety, efficacy, and potential impact of the PIE device in improving patient outcomes. Mahesh Moolani is an internal medicine physician and author of Tough Decisions In Care Of Elderly Loved Ones (A guide for caregivers). He discusses his KevinMD article, "A unique method for managing chronic bowel conditions, treating fecal impaction, and preparing for colonoscopy procedures." The Podcast by KevinMD is brought to you by the Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience. With a growing physician shortage, increasing burnout, and declining patient satisfaction, a dramatic change is needed to make health care more efficient and effective and bring back the joy of practicing medicine. AI-driven ambient clinical intelligence promises to help by revolutionizing patient and provider experiences with clinical documentation that writes itself. The Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience, or DAX for short, is a voice-enabled, ambient clinical intelligence solution that automatically captures patient encounters securely and accurately at the point of care. Physicians who use DAX have reported a 50 percent decrease in documentation time and a 70 percent reduction in feelings of burnout, and 83 percent of patients say their physician is more personable and conversational. Rediscover the joy of medicine with clinical documentation that writes itself, all within the EHR. VISIT SPONSOR → https://nuance.com/daxinaction SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended GET CME FOR THIS EPISODE → https://earnc.me/poDZen Powered by CMEfy.

Jul 16, 2023 • 20min
Unlocking the mystical world of medical poetry
Join us as we explore the intersection of medicine and art. Our guest, Farid Alsabeh, a clinical psychologist, delves into the rich tradition of medical poetry during the Islamic Golden Era. Discover how Arabic poets transformed scientific knowledge into captivating verses, with Ibn Sina's "Rajaz Poem on Medicine" as a shining example. We discuss the relevance of medical poetry in the modern world, its potential applications in health care, and even share examples of poetic diagnostic criteria. Tune in to revive the lost art of medical poetry and appreciate the beauty of medicine through a creative lens. Farid Alsabeh is a clinical psychologist. He discusses his KevinMD article, "Reviving the art of medical poetry." The Podcast by KevinMD is brought to you by the Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience. With a growing physician shortage, increasing burnout, and declining patient satisfaction, a dramatic change is needed to make health care more efficient and effective and bring back the joy of practicing medicine. AI-driven ambient clinical intelligence promises to help by revolutionizing patient and provider experiences with clinical documentation that writes itself. The Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience, or DAX for short, is a voice-enabled, ambient clinical intelligence solution that automatically captures patient encounters securely and accurately at the point of care. Physicians who use DAX have reported a 50 percent decrease in documentation time and a 70 percent reduction in feelings of burnout, and 83 percent of patients say their physician is more personable and conversational. Rediscover the joy of medicine with clinical documentation that writes itself, all within the EHR. VISIT SPONSOR → https://nuance.com/daxinaction SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended GET CME FOR THIS EPISODE → https://earnc.me/HstAJX Powered by CMEfy.

Jul 15, 2023 • 25min
Discover the power of direct primary care and patient-centric solutions
Join Paula Muto, a vascular surgeon, and Jeffrey Gold, a family physician, as they discuss the state of the health care system. Explore the evolution of primary care, the challenges of fragmented patient care, and the impact of administrative burdens on doctors and patients. They delve into the benefits of direct primary care, its potential to improve doctor-patient relationships, and how technology is transforming the health care landscape. Discover the role of transparency, competition, and accountability in a direct pay model, and explore the implications for health care costs, accessibility, and patient outcomes. Paula Muto is a vascular surgeon. Jeffrey Gold is a family physician. They discuss their KevinMD article, "The rise of direct pay: a solution to the fragmented, impersonal and costly medical system." The Podcast by KevinMD is brought to you by the Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience. With a growing physician shortage, increasing burnout, and declining patient satisfaction, a dramatic change is needed to make health care more efficient and effective and bring back the joy of practicing medicine. AI-driven ambient clinical intelligence promises to help by revolutionizing patient and provider experiences with clinical documentation that writes itself. The Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience, or DAX for short, is a voice-enabled, ambient clinical intelligence solution that automatically captures patient encounters securely and accurately at the point of care. Physicians who use DAX have reported a 50 percent decrease in documentation time and a 70 percent reduction in feelings of burnout, and 83 percent of patients say their physician is more personable and conversational. Rediscover the joy of medicine with clinical documentation that writes itself, all within the EHR. VISIT SPONSOR → https://nuance.com/daxinaction SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended GET CME FOR THIS EPISODE → https://earnc.me/wYz5xB Powered by CMEfy.

Jul 14, 2023 • 19min
Mastering mindfulness: Restoring autonomy and curing burnout for physicians
Join Gail Gazelle, an internal medicine physician, physician coach, and author of Mindful MD: 6 Ways Mindfulness Restores Your Autonomy and Cures Healthcare Burnout, where we explore the transformative power of mindfulness in health care. In this episode, we meet Mira, a physician and single mother struggling with overwhelm. Gail discusses how our minds can become consumed by negative thoughts, impacting our experience of the world. She highlights the lack of mindfulness training in medical school and introduces mindfulness as a toolkit for managing our minds. By cultivating awareness and detachment from unhelpful thoughts, we regain autonomy and combat burnout. Join us as we discover how mindfulness can empower physicians to navigate the challenges of their profession. Gail Gazelle is an internal medicine physician and physician coach. She discusses her book, Mindful MD: 6 Ways Mindfulness Restores Your Autonomy and Cures Healthcare Burnout. The Podcast by KevinMD is brought to you by the Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience. With a growing physician shortage, increasing burnout, and declining patient satisfaction, a dramatic change is needed to make health care more efficient and effective and bring back the joy of practicing medicine. AI-driven ambient clinical intelligence promises to help by revolutionizing patient and provider experiences with clinical documentation that writes itself. The Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience, or DAX for short, is a voice-enabled, ambient clinical intelligence solution that automatically captures patient encounters securely and accurately at the point of care. Physicians who use DAX have reported a 50 percent decrease in documentation time and a 70 percent reduction in feelings of burnout, and 83 percent of patients say their physician is more personable and conversational. Rediscover the joy of medicine with clinical documentation that writes itself, all within the EHR. VISIT SPONSOR → https://nuance.com/daxinaction SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended GET CME FOR THIS EPISODE → https://earnc.me/G8J6PG Powered by CMEfy.

Jul 13, 2023 • 15min
Revolutionizing health care through technology
Join Juan Carlos Gonzalez, Jr., health equity researcher and advocate, as we explore the transformative power of technology in health care. This podcast episode discusses the potential of health information technology, telehealth, and data-driven solutions to improve patient access and enhance care. We delve into the challenges of equitable implementation, the digital divide, and the role of clinical and technical teams in creating inclusive practices. Discover how technology can bridge gaps in health care and drive positive patient outcomes. Juan Carlos Gonzalez, Jr. is a health equity researcher and advocate. He discusses his KevinMD article, "How data and technology influence health in ways that doctors don't." The Podcast by KevinMD is brought to you by the Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience. With a growing physician shortage, increasing burnout, and declining patient satisfaction, a dramatic change is needed to make health care more efficient and effective and bring back the joy of practicing medicine. AI-driven ambient clinical intelligence promises to help by revolutionizing patient and provider experiences with clinical documentation that writes itself. The Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience, or DAX for short, is a voice-enabled, ambient clinical intelligence solution that automatically captures patient encounters securely and accurately at the point of care. Physicians who use DAX have reported a 50 percent decrease in documentation time and a 70 percent reduction in feelings of burnout, and 83 percent of patients say their physician is more personable and conversational. Rediscover the joy of medicine with clinical documentation that writes itself, all within the EHR. VISIT SPONSOR → https://nuance.com/daxinaction SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended GET CME FOR THIS EPISODE → https://earnc.me/ICQPXN Powered by CMEfy.

Jul 12, 2023 • 17min
How preventive medicine physicians can fix the broken system
Join us as we speak with Donna Grande, CEO of the American College of Preventive Medicine. We discuss the urgent need to overhaul the broken health care system in the U.S., addressing issues such as the high cost of health care and disparities in care among marginalized communities. Donna emphasizes the importance of involving preventive medicine-trained physicians in decision-making processes, highlighting their unique skills in health systems thinking and public health. Discover the ethical imperative and practical benefits of inviting these physicians to the table, as we explore potential solutions and legislative changes to fix our health care infrastructure. Donna Grande is CEO, American College of Preventive Medicine. She discusses her KevinMD article, "Here's how to fix the public health system in the U.S." The Podcast by KevinMD is brought to you by the Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience. With a growing physician shortage, increasing burnout, and declining patient satisfaction, a dramatic change is needed to make health care more efficient and effective and bring back the joy of practicing medicine. AI-driven ambient clinical intelligence promises to help by revolutionizing patient and provider experiences with clinical documentation that writes itself. The Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience, or DAX for short, is a voice-enabled, ambient clinical intelligence solution that automatically captures patient encounters securely and accurately at the point of care. Physicians who use DAX have reported a 50 percent decrease in documentation time and a 70 percent reduction in feelings of burnout, and 83 percent of patients say their physician is more personable and conversational. Rediscover the joy of medicine with clinical documentation that writes itself, all within the EHR. VISIT SPONSOR → https://nuance.com/daxinaction SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended GET CME FOR THIS EPISODE → https://earnc.me/0TdGeJ Powered by CMEfy.

Jul 11, 2023 • 16min
Radiologist-clinician collaboration is key to optimal diagnostic outcomes
Join us for a conversation with Houda Bouhmam, a radiology resident, as we explore the crucial collaboration between radiologists and clinicians in achieving the best diagnostic outcomes. Houda shares her transformative journey, dispelling misconceptions about clinical correlation and highlighting its importance in connecting radiographic findings with a patient's clinical information. Discover practical strategies for effective collaboration and gain insights into the evolving role of clinical correlation in diagnostic radiology. Houda Bouhmam is a radiology resident. She discusses her KevinMD article, "The collaboration between radiologists and clinicians for optimal diagnostic outcomes." The Podcast by KevinMD is brought to you by the Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience. With a growing physician shortage, increasing burnout, and declining patient satisfaction, a dramatic change is needed to make health care more efficient and effective and bring back the joy of practicing medicine. AI-driven ambient clinical intelligence promises to help by revolutionizing patient and provider experiences with clinical documentation that writes itself. The Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience, or DAX for short, is a voice-enabled, ambient clinical intelligence solution that automatically captures patient encounters securely and accurately at the point of care. Physicians who use DAX have reported a 50 percent decrease in documentation time and a 70 percent reduction in feelings of burnout, and 83 percent of patients say their physician is more personable and conversational. Rediscover the joy of medicine with clinical documentation that writes itself, all within the EHR. VISIT SPONSOR → https://nuance.com/daxinaction SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended GET CME FOR THIS EPISODE → https://earnc.me/3T7cVs Powered by CMEfy.


