Stimulus - Learn Tools to Crush It in Your Medical Career

The podcast discusses Nonviolent Communication, a powerful way of speaking that eliminates judgment and uses tactical techniques for happiness. It explores the basics, four components, and significance of specific observations. It also emphasizes making observations without evaluation and introduces a kinesthetic approach to nonviolent communication.

This podcast discusses solutions to make medical documentation and the electronic medical record (EMR) less onerous for doctors. Topics include using scribes effectively, documenting in front of patients, and efficient workflows. The podcast also explores the use of technology like Dragon voice recognition software in medical documentation and the impact of COVID-19 on dictation. Strategies for managing devices, communicating with patients, and enhancing transparency in healthcare are also covered.

We share two conversations about navigating the waters of interacting with unvaccinated COVID patients. Brit Long, MD and Jose Pacheco, RN are thoughtful healthcare providers with somewhat different approaches. The common thread is that both are intentional and compassionate.Guest bios: Brit Long is an assistant professor of emergency medicine in San Antonio, Texas and Editor-in-Chief of Clinical Content at emcdocs.net. He is one of the most published authors in the field of emergency medicine. Brit is working in a unique environment where he's running what is in effect a COVID emergency department in an underserved area with an incredibly high unvaccinated rate. Jose Pacheco is an emergency department nurse who is a local legend for his kind personality and fully engaged approach to caring for patients. He is not just a legend among healthcare providers, but frankly, among the community.Awake + Aware | Our 2025 Live Event⭐ Join us at Awake and Aware 2025, a game-changing 3-day workshop from May 5-7 in Bend, Oregon. Learn how to stay cool when the pressure’s on and lock in the mindset you need to flourish. Space is limited.🖱️ Website: Awakeandawarebend.com🎓 P.S. Yes, this is a CME event! The Flameproof CourseThe hidden anti-burnout curriculum we all should have learned in training. Cohort 3 begins Sept 10, 2024. Get the deets For full show notes of this episode and all sorts of other goodies, visit our podcast websiteWe discuss:Brit’s mental processes when he enters the room of a patient with COVID pneumonia who is unapologetically unvaccinated [05:15];How Brit discusses the importance of vaccination with unvaccinated patients [05:43]The impact of one’s belief system on vaccine decision-making [07:15];The fact that personal stories (and not scientific evidence) are what many who aren't able to critically appraise literature rely upon to make decisions [15:25];Framing the COVID vaccine as an anti-death vaccine [16:45];Handling post-shift frustration [19:30];The importance of celebrating the success when a vaccine hesitant person agrees to vaccination after you discuss its merits [22:45];Jose’s plea to fellow healthcare providers [25:00];What makes the COVID situation more difficult than others we encounter in the ED [27:40];Why Jose is referred to not only as the Drunk Whisperer (see Stimulus episode 1), but also the COVID whisperer [28:30];Many unvaccinated patients think they’ve done their due diligence [40:20];The root and seat of compassion -- wishing that all patients are well, vaccinated or not [46:15];And more.

Explore the decision-making heuristic of saying 'Hell yes' or 'no' to opportunities, emphasizing the brevity of life and opportunity costs. Discover the power of saying no and focusing on passion, encouraging listeners to pursue their passions with full attention.

This podcast explores strategies for overcoming the emotional and intellectual fallout of a tough medical case. It discusses the importance of recognizing negative thoughts and emotions, building resilience, and finding purpose. The speakers emphasize the value of learning and growing from difficult experiences, as well as the power of shifting focus towards patients and team members. They also provide strategies for recovering from emotional overwhelm and maintaining focus after challenging situations.

In this podcast, Dr. Justin Bright discusses the importance of patient experience in healthcare and emphasizes the difference between patient satisfaction and patient experience. He provides practical tips for improving communication skills to enhance the overall patient experience. The podcast also explores strategies for prioritizing patient needs, navigating power dynamics between patients and physicians, and effectively handling upset patients.

Topics discussed in this podcast include aligning work with purpose, creating career pillars, sparking joy, being present, being of service, discovering purpose, reassessing career pillars, and finding meaning in work.

Leading physician educators discuss the core principle of patient care: primum non nocere. They explore topics such as doing what's medically right, reducing opioid prescribing, and prioritizing patient interests in medical decision-making.

Amal Mattu, MD and Rich Orman, JD share insights on being medical expert witnesses. They discuss the motivation, approach, and challenges of this career. They also highlight the importance of cautious language in podcasts and staying calm on the stand. They delve into becoming a medical expert witness in Med Mal cases and the significance of clinical policies and guidelines. Strategies for preparing expert witnesses for testimony are also explored.

Dan Mccollum breaks down the skills learned by astronaut Chris Hadfield. Topics include aiming to be a zero, humility and continuous training, perfectionism and failure, and finding happiness in challenging situations.