• Navigating Match Day emotions
    May 9 2024

    Join Amna Shabbir, an internal medicine physician, as we delve into the complex emotions surrounding Match Day outcomes. We explore strategies for navigating feelings of rejection, shame, and disappointment while emphasizing the importance of self-compassion and resilience. Amna shares valuable insights on reframing failure as a learning opportunity, cultivating positive self-talk, and maintaining a strong sense of identity amidst external validation.

    Amna Shabbir is an internal medicine physician.

    She discusses the KevinMD article, "To the physician who didn’t match: You are not forgotten."

    Our presenting sponsor is Nuance, a Microsoft company.

    Do you spend more time on administrative tasks like clinical documentation than you do with patients? You're not alone. Clinicians report spending up to two hours on administrative tasks for each hour of care provided. Nuance, a Microsoft company, is committed to helping clinicians restore the balance with Dragon Ambient eXperience – or DAX for short. DAX is an AI-powered, voice-enabled solution that helps physicians cut documentation time in half. DAX Copilot combines proven conversational and ambient AI with the most advanced generative AI in a mobile application that integrates directly with your existing workflows. DAX Copilot can be easily enabled within the workflow of the Dragon Medical application to bring the power of ambient technology to more clinicians faster while leveraging the proven and powerful capabilities used by over 550,000 physicians.

    Explore DAX Copilot today. Visit https://nuance.com/daxinaction to see a 12-minute DAX Copilot demo. Discover clinical documentation that writes itself and reclaim your work-life balance.

    VISIT SPONSOR → https://nuance.com/daxinaction

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    23 mins
  • Challenging health care norms with collaboration and EMRs
    May 8 2024

    Join Ron M. Aryel, a pediatrician whose journey challenges conventional views on insurance companies and electronic medical records (EMRs). Ron shares his remarkable story of transforming his practice in Reno, Nevada, into a beacon of high-quality care, even for the most complex and acutely ill patients. Through strategic collaboration with insurers and leveraging EMRs as a vital tool, Ron achieved outstanding outcomes and earned accolades for his practice's exceptional performance.

    Ron M. Aryel is a pediatrician.

    He discusses the KevinMD article, "EMRs and insurance: a pediatrician’s success story."

    Our presenting sponsor is Nuance, a Microsoft company.

    Do you spend more time on administrative tasks like clinical documentation than you do with patients? You're not alone. Clinicians report spending up to two hours on administrative tasks for each hour of care provided. Nuance, a Microsoft company, is committed to helping clinicians restore the balance with Dragon Ambient eXperience – or DAX for short. DAX is an AI-powered, voice-enabled solution that helps physicians cut documentation time in half. DAX Copilot combines proven conversational and ambient AI with the most advanced generative AI in a mobile application that integrates directly with your existing workflows. DAX Copilot can be easily enabled within the workflow of the Dragon Medical application to bring the power of ambient technology to more clinicians faster while leveraging the proven and powerful capabilities used by over 550,000 physicians.

    Explore DAX Copilot today. Visit https://nuance.com/daxinaction to see a 12-minute DAX Copilot demo. Discover clinical documentation that writes itself and reclaim your work-life balance.

    VISIT SPONSOR → https://nuance.com/daxinaction

    SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast

    RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended

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    22 mins
  • Telemental health's warning signs
    May 7 2024

    Join Tamir Aldad, a physician executive. We'll explore the rapid growth of telehealth, the impact of venture capital investments, and the concerning trend of overprescription of medications like Adderall and benzodiazepines. Discover the risks associated with this phenomenon and the steps needed to prioritize patient well-being over profit-driven motives in the telemental health care industry.

    Tamir Aldad is a physician executive.

    He discusses the KevinMD article, "Venture-backed telemental health care companies are creating a new opioid epidemic."

    Our presenting sponsor is Nuance, a Microsoft company.

    Do you spend more time on administrative tasks like clinical documentation than you do with patients? You're not alone. Clinicians report spending up to two hours on administrative tasks for each hour of care provided. Nuance, a Microsoft company, is committed to helping clinicians restore the balance with Dragon Ambient eXperience – or DAX for short. DAX is an AI-powered, voice-enabled solution that helps physicians cut documentation time in half. DAX Copilot combines proven conversational and ambient AI with the most advanced generative AI in a mobile application that integrates directly with your existing workflows. DAX Copilot can be easily enabled within the workflow of the Dragon Medical application to bring the power of ambient technology to more clinicians faster while leveraging the proven and powerful capabilities used by over 550,000 physicians.

    Explore DAX Copilot today. Visit https://nuance.com/daxinaction to see a 12-minute DAX Copilot demo. Discover clinical documentation that writes itself and reclaim your work-life balance.

    VISIT SPONSOR → https://nuance.com/daxinaction

    SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast

    RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended

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    19 mins
  • Proposition F and equity in San Francisco
    May 6 2024

    Join medical student Elizabeth Picazo to explore the intersection of health care and politics. Elizabeth shares her insights on the implications of Proposition F in San Francisco, discussing its impact on marginalized communities and the role of physicians in advocating for equitable health care policies.

    ​Elizabeth Picazo is a medical student.

    She discusses the KevinMD article, "Medicine is not apolitical: Your vote dictates your ability to practice medicine."

    Our presenting sponsor is Nuance, a Microsoft company.

    Do you spend more time on administrative tasks like clinical documentation than you do with patients? You're not alone. Clinicians report spending up to two hours on administrative tasks for each hour of care provided. Nuance, a Microsoft company, is committed to helping clinicians restore the balance with Dragon Ambient eXperience – or DAX for short. DAX is an AI-powered, voice-enabled solution that helps physicians cut documentation time in half. DAX Copilot combines proven conversational and ambient AI with the most advanced generative AI in a mobile application that integrates directly with your existing workflows. DAX Copilot can be easily enabled within the workflow of the Dragon Medical application to bring the power of ambient technology to more clinicians faster while leveraging the proven and powerful capabilities used by over 550,000 physicians.

    Explore DAX Copilot today. Visit https://nuance.com/daxinaction to see a 12-minute DAX Copilot demo. Discover clinical documentation that writes itself and reclaim your work-life balance.

    VISIT SPONSOR → https://nuance.com/daxinaction

    SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast

    RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended

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    21 mins
  • Micro-corporations and employment lite contracts
    May 5 2024

    We delve into the world of alternative career paths for physicians with Tod Stillson, a seasoned family physician and entrepreneur. Discover how chance encounters can lead to transformative career decisions as we explore Tod's journey to professional freedom through the innovative concepts of micro-corporations and employment lite contracts. Uncover the hidden benefits of these alternative models, from tax efficiency to higher retirement savings, and learn how embracing autonomy and flexibility can redefine success in the medical field.

    Tod Stillson is a family physician, entrepreneur, and Amazon best-selling author of Doctor Incorporated: Stop the Insanity of Traditional Employment and Preserve Your Professional Autonomy.

    He discusses the KevinMD article, "Physician employment 2.0: Unveiling the secret world of employment lite."

    Our presenting sponsor is Nuance, a Microsoft company.

    Together, Microsoft and Nuance are leveraging their rich digital technology and advanced AI capabilities to tackle some of health care's biggest challenges. AI-driven technology promises to revolutionize patient and provider experiences with clinical documentation that writes itself.

    The Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience, or DAX for short, is a voice-enabled solution that automatically captures patient encounters securely and accurately at the point of care. DAX Copilot combines proven conversational and ambient AI with the most advanced generative AI in a mobile application that integrates directly with your existing workflows.

    Physicians who use DAX have reported a 50 percent decrease in documentation time and a 70 percent reduction in feelings of burnout, and 85 percent of patients say their physician is more personable and conversational.

    Discover AI-powered clinical documentation that writes itself. Visit https://nuance.com/daxinaction to see a 12-minute DAX Copilot demo.

    VISIT SPONSOR → https://nuance.com/daxinaction

    SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast

    RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended

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    19 mins
  • Boundaries in health care: Navigating personal and professional balance
    May 4 2024

    Join emergency physician Shideh Shafie as we delve into the crucial topic of setting boundaries in the medical profession. Shafie shares her personal experiences navigating the delicate balance between personal and professional life, discussing the impact of cultural expectations, strategies for effective communication, and the positive outcomes of boundary enforcement. Discover practical tips and techniques for health care professionals striving to maintain their well-being while serving their patients and communities.

    Shideh Shafie is an emergency physician.

    She discusses the KevinMD article, "Physician work-life balance: How boundaries protect you and your patients."

    Our presenting sponsor is Nuance, a Microsoft company.

    Together, Microsoft and Nuance are leveraging their rich digital technology and advanced AI capabilities to tackle some of health care's biggest challenges. AI-driven technology promises to revolutionize patient and provider experiences with clinical documentation that writes itself.

    The Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience, or DAX for short, is a voice-enabled solution that automatically captures patient encounters securely and accurately at the point of care. DAX Copilot combines proven conversational and ambient AI with the most advanced generative AI in a mobile application that integrates directly with your existing workflows.

    Physicians who use DAX have reported a 50 percent decrease in documentation time and a 70 percent reduction in feelings of burnout, and 85 percent of patients say their physician is more personable and conversational.

    Discover AI-powered clinical documentation that writes itself. Visit https://nuance.com/daxinaction to see a 12-minute DAX Copilot demo.

    VISIT SPONSOR → https://nuance.com/daxinaction

    SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast

    RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended

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    23 mins
  • Patience and purpose: essential lessons on transformation
    May 3 2024

    Join Diane Shannon, an internal medicine physician and physician coach, as we delve into the captivating story of Herbert, a monarch butterfly. In this episode, we explore the profound lessons it holds for personal and professional growth. Together, we discuss the parallels between Herbert's transformation and our own life journeys, emphasizing the importance of patience, embracing natural processes, and gaining clarity before making significant decisions.

    Diane W. Shannon is an internal medicine physician and physician coach.

    She discusses the KevinMD article, "Discover the power of patience."

    Our presenting sponsor is Nuance, a Microsoft company.

    Together, Microsoft and Nuance are leveraging their rich digital technology and advanced AI capabilities to tackle some of health care's biggest challenges. AI-driven technology promises to revolutionize patient and provider experiences with clinical documentation that writes itself.

    The Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience, or DAX for short, is a voice-enabled solution that automatically captures patient encounters securely and accurately at the point of care. DAX Copilot combines proven conversational and ambient AI with the most advanced generative AI in a mobile application that integrates directly with your existing workflows.

    Physicians who use DAX have reported a 50 percent decrease in documentation time and a 70 percent reduction in feelings of burnout, and 85 percent of patients say their physician is more personable and conversational.

    Discover AI-powered clinical documentation that writes itself. Visit https://nuance.com/daxinaction to see a 12-minute DAX Copilot demo.

    VISIT SPONSOR → https://nuance.com/daxinaction

    SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast

    RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended

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    16 mins
  • Pioneering community primary care
    May 2 2024

    We join family physicians Michael Fine and Scott Conard. In this episode, we delve into how Michael's visionary leadership propelled the creation of America's inaugural community health alliance in response to rising health care costs and diminishing insurance options. Through collaborative efforts, the alliance introduced population-based primary care, prioritizing proactive wellness strategies and comprehensive health care services.

    Michael Fine and Scott Conard are family physicians.

    They discuss the KevinMD article, "Primary care for all Americans: What the U.S. health care system can learn from Scituate, Rhode Island."

    Our presenting sponsor is Nuance, a Microsoft company.

    Together, Microsoft and Nuance are leveraging their rich digital technology and advanced AI capabilities to tackle some of health care's biggest challenges. AI-driven technology promises to revolutionize patient and provider experiences with clinical documentation that writes itself.

    The Nuance Dragon Ambient eXperience, or DAX for short, is a voice-enabled solution that automatically captures patient encounters securely and accurately at the point of care. DAX Copilot combines proven conversational and ambient AI with the most advanced generative AI in a mobile application that integrates directly with your existing workflows.

    Physicians who use DAX have reported a 50 percent decrease in documentation time and a 70 percent reduction in feelings of burnout, and 85 percent of patients say their physician is more personable and conversational.

    Discover AI-powered clinical documentation that writes itself. Visit https://nuance.com/daxinaction to see a 12-minute DAX Copilot demo.

    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/XPQTuI

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    23 mins