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2024-01-19 Hosts Craig Lipset and Jane Myles were joined by Derk Arts (Castor) for a riveting conversation about the future of AI in clinical trials and how we can utilize this technology to make trials more efficient.Learn more about DTRA Circles, especially the AI Circle kicking off in January 2024.Follow the Decentralized Trials & Research Alliance (DTRA) on LinkedIn and Twitter. Learn more about Membership and our work at www.dtra.org.

In this episode, Tim Madeira, cardiothoracic DNP,  provides an overview of the primary heart valve diseases. He expertly guides us through the complex physiological processes underlying conditions like stenosis and valve regurgitation arising from congenital abnormalities, calcifications, infective endocarditis, and trauma. In addition, Tim outlines the latest evidence-based standards in surgical, percutaneous and medical interventions that nurses find themselves managing in the hospital.Check out Nicole Kupchik's exam reviews and practice questions at nicolekupchikconsulting.com. Use the promo code UPMYGAME20 to get 20% off all products.Do you need help with your resume, interviewing, or need career coaching? Check out Sarah at New Thing Nurse: Get 15% off of her resume and cover letter templates using the promo code UPMYGAME Nursing students and new grad career services  Experienced RN career services NP career services See the show notes at upmynursinggame.com.

Join Dawn Sears, a gastroenterologist, and Kim Downey, a physical therapist. We delve into the insights that reveal how taking care of your doctor can ultimately lead to better care for you. They share perspectives on improving patient-physician relationships, understanding health care dynamics, and fostering empathy in the medical field. Dawn Sears is a gastroenterologist and can be reached on Twitter @GutGirlMD, YouTube, and at GutGirlMD Consulting. Kim Downey is a physical therapist. They discuss the KevinMD article, "10 things to know about your doctor that will get you better care." 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 GET CME FOR THIS EPISODE → https://earnc.me/xj5XlH Powered by CMEfy.

This episode’s Community Champion Sponsor is Ossur. To learn more about their ‘Responsible for Tomorrow’ Sustainability Campaign, and how you can get involved: CLICK HERE---Episode Overview: What will it take to shatter systemic barriers obstructing timely and equitable pediatric care? According to our next guest, Dr. Sharief Taraman, Chief Executive Officer of Cognoa, it starts with responsible AI adoption designed to uplift all patients. As creators of the first and only FDA-authorized diagnostic for autism, Cognoa continues pioneering digital health solutions upholding diversity, cost savings, and care team empowerment. While together, Dr. Taraman passionately shares Cognoa's mission of democratizing quality care, how their autism diagnostic is dissolving geographic and financial obstacles through telehealth accessibility, and why he urges investors to back ventures tackling pediatric device gaps spanning ADHD, anxiety, speech impediments, and more. Join us as Dr. Taraman shares why he and his team at Cognoa are so dedicated to unlocking equitable pediatric care. Lets go! Episode Highlights:How Cognoa launched 1st ever FDA-authorized diagnostic test for autismExtracting digital biomarkers from parental questionnaires and child observation videosReducing disparities by maintaining high accuracy across patient demographicsAuto-generating necessary evaluation documentation to alleviate administrative burdensCognoa’s pursuit to earn breakthrough designation for condensed 6-week autism behavioral therapyAbout our Guest: Dr. Sharief Taraman, MD, DABPN, DABPM, FAAP, is dual board-certified in Neurology with special qualifications in Child Neurology from the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Clinical Informatics from the American Board of Preventive Medicine. He formerly served as the Division Chief of Pediatric Neurology for the CHOC Children’s Specialists Pediatric Subspecialty Faculty and is a Clinical Associate Professor of Pediatrics at UC Irvine School of Medicine. Dr. Taraman is the Chief Executive Officer of Cognoa, a leading early childhood development and pediatric behavioral health company, creator of the first and only FDAauthorized diagnostic for autism and early, rapid developmental health evaluation, designed to increase childhood access to life-changing early intervention and treatment of behavioral health conditions. Links Supporting This Episode:Cognoa Website: CLICK HEREDr. Sharief Taraman LinkedIn page: CLICK HERECognia LinkedIn page: CLICK HERE Mike Biselli LinkedIn page: CLICK HEREMike Biselli Twitter page: CLICK HEREVisit our website: CLICK HERESubscribe to newsletter: CLICK HEREGuest nomination form: CLICK HERE

We sit down with Tracey O'Connell, a radiologist and physician coach, to explore the pervasive issue of medical gaslighting within the health care industry. Tracey shares her own experiences and insights, shedding light on how this phenomenon impacts both medical professionals and patients. Tracey O'Connell is a radiologist and physician coach. She discusses the KevinMD article, "Medical professional gaslighting: the lack of psychological safety in medicine." 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/FiPhzb Powered by CMEfy.

Join us while Mitzi Krockover, MD, leads a discussion with Eliyahu Efrat, PhD, Assistant Professor, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Advisor for Women's Health company, Aveta.Life, and Natasha Shtraizent, PhD, Co-Founder, Head Product Development at Aveta.Life, on the future of women's health. Together they highlight the pressing need for research surrounding hormone monitoring, from IVF treatment to menopause, and explore the challenges of developing accurate at-home hormone tests.  They discuss their vision of personalized hormone therapy, backed by science and integrated with clinical practice, providing women with more convenience and more appropriate dosing. It’s a peek into the future of hormonal treatment that goes beyond the “one size fits all” approach. Please visit Beyond the Paper Gown to join our community and to learn more about achieving your optimal health.

In this episode of "On the Road to the Gambia," Dr. Lisa Herbert interviews Dr. Sarah Irene Washington, a pediatrician excited about her upcoming medical mission to the Gambia. They discuss Dr. Washington's career, her dedication to pediatric care, and her advocacy for vaccinations, including HPV to prevent cervical cancer. Dr. Washington shares her experiences with infectious diseases and the importance of traditional medicine. The episode emphasizes the integration of diverse medical practices and the anticipation of learning from and contributing to Gambian healthcare. Here is what we talked about: Dr. Carol Penn's background and her collaborative efforts for global healthcare collaboration Introduction of Dr. Sarah Irene Washington, a board-certified pediatrician Dr. Washington's journey of becoming a pediatrician and her involvement in community work Discussion about Dr. Washington's upcoming participation in a medical mission to the Gambia Dr. Washington's expertise and the knowledge she hopes to bring to the Gambia Dr. Washington's experiences with infectious diseases and the importance of vaccination Challenges of treating children with medical conditions in areas with limited resources Emphasis on the importance of traditional methods and alternative treatments The Gambia Collaborative Project is a 501 (c) 3 organization. By supporting the Institute for Community Evolution's The Gambia Collaborative Project, you become a catalyst for positive change, helping us shape a world where every community thrives through collaboration, empowerment, and compassionate care. To support the project, visit our donor box at www.gambiacollaborative.org.

We're joined by Jill Wener, an internal medicine physician, as we delve into the transformative concept of dialectics. Join us for an exploration of how dialectical thinking can help you navigate complex emotions, foster better health care practices, and promote constructive dialogue on contentious issues. Jill Wener is an internal medicine physician. She discusses the KevinMD article, "An approach to conflict resolution: More than one thing can be true." 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/hS7Jb8 Powered by CMEfy. 

How can personalized information and education help address the challenges in healthcare? In this episode, Dr. Jenny Yu, MD FACS, the Chief Health Officer for Healthline Media, discusses the importance of accessible and reliable health information, the affordability of healthcare, and the promotion of healthy lifestyle choices. She highlights Healthline.com's collaboration with various healthcare providers and its focus on delivering accurate and comprehensive content. In this conversation, Dr. Yu underscores the significance of cross-functional partnerships, advocating for an integrated approach to patient care. She also encourages listeners to stay updated with Healthline.com's forthcoming initiatives aimed at addressing education, access, and cost-related challenges in the healthcare domain. Tune in to learn why reliable healthcare information and collaborations are needed to transform the healthcare ecosystem. Resources: Connect with and follow Jenny Yu on LinkedIn. Follow Healthline Media on LinkedIn. Visit the Healthline Media Website and here.

Welcome to Monday Mentor, a Write Medicine series. I’m your host Alex Howson and today Helen Folsam is back to share insights on CME medical writing. Helen Fosam is a seasoned medical writer with over 20 years shaping her career, beginning in academia in the UK then moving to the US where she discovered medical writing working at companies like Ince, WebMD, and small remote startups. She launched her own medical writing consulting business, The Edge Medical Writing, through which she founded the Milo initiative to provide continuing education to improve health outcomes in Africa. In this episode, Helen dissects the nuances between medical and healthcare writing, discusses the challenges new writers face, and shares invaluable tips on asking the right questions to provide tailored content for clients.  Key Takeaways 1. Distinct Differences Between Medical and Healthcare Writing: There are important differences between medical writing and health writing in terms of target audience, objectives, accreditation status, and writing style. 2. Challenges in CME Writing: CME writing requires specialized expertise to effectively educate healthcare professionals through accredited activities. CME writing requires adherence to accreditation requirements, maintaining unbiased and evidence-based information, and preserving the integrity of CME. 3. Professional Development: Mentorship in the medical writing field is valuable, particularly for those new to the area. It acknowledges the challenges in providing quality mentorship, especially for freelancers, and the ongoing debate about sustainable mentorship models. What steps can you take today? 1. Identify Your Niche: Reflect on your interests and skills to determine whether you are more inclined towards medical writing or health writing. This will help you focus your efforts on developing expertise in your chosen area. 2. Educate Yourself: Engage in continuous learning and professional development via specialized courses and workshops. Stay updated with the latest trends and standards in CME/CE writing. Subscribe to relevant podcasts and newsletters (ahem!). 3. Network and Seek Mentorship: Connect with experienced professionals in the field. Even if formal mentorship seems out of reach, informal networking can provide valuable guidance, help avoid common pitfalls, and accelerate career development. Consider joining professional groups or associations that cater to medical writers (like WriteCME Pro). Connect with Helen [email protected] The Edge Medical Writing LinkedIn The MiHLO Initiative Time Stamps (01:21) - Helen’s background in academia (02:40) - How she found medical writing (06:50) - From her perspective, the differences between medical writing and healthcare writing (11:06) - Understanding the terminology in medical writing (15:53) - Creating accredited content versus creating content for education (20:32) - Addressing a fair and balanced approach with promotional content when mentoring new writers (23:46) - Sustainability of mentorship in freelance work (32:31) - Key takeaways from today's conversation Subscribe to the Write Medicine podcast! Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write Medicine podcast for more valuable insights on continuing medical education content for health professionals. Click the Follow button and subscribe on your favorite platform.

Embrace technology to supercharge workforce productivity, not replace jobs. In this episode, Saul Marquez welcomes Krishna Velaga, the founder and Chief Technology Officer at Orbit Healthcare, who talks about how his company specializes in AI and RPA technology for patient access and claims denials, automating tasks like reading insurance card images and verifying benefits in real-time. He also emphasizes that AI isn't replacing jobs but empowering staff for increased productivity, addressing workforce burnout post-COVID. Krishna also explores the evolving perception of AI, with leaders bridging the gap between fear and gain, promoting technology adoption for enhanced efficiency. He highlights that ChatGPT is normalizing AI, and notes its broader applicability compared to Orbit's specialized focus on the medical industry's nuances.  Tune in and learn about the transformative role of AI in healthcare, dispelling myths, and embracing technology for a more productive and efficient future! Resources:  Watch this entire interview here.  Connect with and follow Krishna Velaga on LinkedIn.  Learn more about Orbit Healthcare on their LinkedIn and website.

As host Sarah Lorenzini insightfully explains, “think of autonomic dysreflexia symptoms as the body's way of telling you something is wrong.” Autonomic dysreflexia is a medical emergency that occurs in patients with a spinal cord injury, but it can be hard to recognize because of the body’s confusing responses to stimulation. That’s why it’s crucial for nurses to understand this syndrome and prevent patients from developing any life-threatening complications.In this episode, host Sarah Lorenzini gives listeners an inside look at a case of autonomic dysreflexia in a quadriplegic patient. She breaks down the patient’s symptoms, medical history and presentation, then shares what helped her recognize the signs of autonomic dysreflexia. As she dives into the pathophysiology of autonomic dysreflexia, you’ll gain a better understanding of this syndrome, including how to manage the symptoms and treat patients.At first perplexed by this case, it was Sarah’s knowledge and critical thinking that led her to suspect autonomic dysreflexia. Tune in now and take notes so you can diagnose autonomic dysreflexia and deliver timely intervention the next time you encounter it!Topics discussed in this episode:The patient’s symptoms and initial assessmentIdentifying the problem and starting treatmentUnderstanding autonomic dysreflexiaCauses and management of autonomic dysreflexiaMentioned in this episode:AND If you are planning to sit for your CCRN and would like to take the Critical Care Academy CCRN prep course you can visit https://www.ccrnacademy.com and use coupon code RAPID10 to get 10% off the cost of the course!Rapid Response and Rescue Intro CourseCONNECT 📸 Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapidresponsern/ 🫶 Check out my membership: https://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com/community 📚 Check out my course: https://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com/learnmore 🧑‍💻Check out my website: https://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com/ 📬 Subscribe to my newsletter: https://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com/login 🎁 Affiliation and discounts: https://hoo.be/therapidresponsern SAY THANKS 💜Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/rapid-response-rn/id1535997752 💚Leave a rating on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/55LQqeDg6XFeixvZLEp4xE To get the FREE Rapid Response RN Assessment Guide and the coupon code for $10 off the cost of the course, message Sarah on Instagram @TheRapidResponseRN and type the word PODCAST! This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

John and Mike discuss the impact social media can have on personal and professional life and the importance of being mindful of the content shared on personal social media accounts, as personal branding can be crucial in the healthcare industry. Maintaining a professional online presence, especially on platforms like LinkedIn, is essential. Our Website

The rain was falling in San Francisco last week. But somehow inside the JPM Morgan Healthcare conference, it was sunny, or at least a lot sunnier than the gloom and doom of 2023 when biotech was in a freefall.So is the industry in for a rosy 2024 or will it be back to negativity again soon?TOPICS(01:35) Optimistic views on the Healthcare industry(02:04) Discussion on the pros and cons of interest rates on Biotech(03:49) Analysis of the probable long and short-term effects of weight-loss drugs(05:01) Application and lack of application in AI in Obesity and Heart diseases(07:10) The role of Nvidia in drug production and AI(09:34) Eroom's law and the effects on Drug production.(10:09) Artificial Intelligence’s effects on Drug development(15:36) Initial Public Offering as a mark of lifting market optimism.(16:11) The optimism and pessimism of IPO in Biotech(19:22) Addressing Neurological and Psychiatric Diseases in Technology🎙️⚕️ABOUT CARETALKCareTalk is a weekly podcast that provides an incisive, no B.S. view of the US healthcare industry. Join co-hosts John Driscoll (President U.S. Healthcare and EVP, Walgreens Boots Alliance) and David Williams (President, Health Business Group) as they debate the latest in US healthcare news, business and policy.GET IN TOUCHBecome a CareTalk sponsorGuest appearance requestsVisit us on the webSubscribe to the CareTalk NewsletterShop official CareTalk merchFOLLOW CARETALKSpotifyApple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsFollow us on LinkedIn#healthcare #healthcarepolicy #healthcarebusiness #healthcaretechnology  #healthinsurance #jpmorgan #biotech #healthtech #IpoSupport the showCareTalk: Healthcare. Unfiltered. is produced by Grippi Media Digital Marketing

In this rerun episode we discuss environmental racism and Black families. We cover Gordon Plaza, a New Orleans housing development specifically built for Black first time home buyers. The residents were not told that their dream homes were built on top of a landfill saturated with toxins harmful to their health.    And we highlight the Residents of Gordon Plaza, a community organization fighting back against environmental racism and working with The New Orleans Peoples’ Assembly to demand a fully funded relocation to move off of the toxic soil where their homes were built.   Visit the Gordon Plaza website to get updates and learn more about this environmental injustice.    If you would like to suggest a topic, guest, or organization email us at [email protected].   Visit the Distrust & Disparities website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn.   Visit our Buy Me A Coffee page to support the podcast.   Use our special link to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan.   Audio Clip Gordon Plaza, New Orleans Press Conference 1/31/2022 by Critical Visualization and Media Lab   Resources Gordon Plaza was sold as a dream for Black home buyers. It was a toxic nightmare. by Darryl Fears   'We’re just waiting to die': the black residents living on top of a toxic landfill site by Lauren Zanolli   The New Orleans Peoples’ Assembly   Listen Better by Pod Save the People with DeRay