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On episode 471 of The Nurse Keith Show nursing and healthcare career podcast, Keith interviews Demetrius Kirk, a nurse leader and podcaster extraordinaire who brings a wealth of experience, enthusiasm, insight, and emotional and relational intelligence to his work as a nurse and servant leader in the healthcare space. In the course of their conversation, Keith and Demetrius discuss numerous aspects of nurse leadership, and how the intersection of business and healthcare is where nurses can truly lead the way. Demetrius Kirk, DNPc, MBA, MSN, RN, LNHA, LSSGB, PAC-NE, QCP has over ten years of experience in healthcare operations and nursing management. As a strategic leader, he has a proven track record of helping organizations increase revenue, lower expenses, and improve efficiency by eliminating waste and reducing redundancy. In addition to his healthcare background, Demetrius has also served as a professional coach and health care consultant, helping individuals and organizations achieve their full potential. His coaching experience has given him a deep understanding of the importance of effective communication, teamwork, and leadership in achieving success. His role as a podcast host is another avenue through which Demetrius seeks to inspire and uplift other nurses and healthcare professionals. From his origins as a nursing assistant to earning master's degrees in both nursing and business, Mr. Kirk has seen firsthand the challenges and opportunities that healthcare professionals and organizations face in the 21st century. Connect with Demetrius Kirk: SMK Medical Consulting LinkedIn TikTok YouTube Sound Leadership with DJ Podcast on Spotify Sound Leadership with DJ Podcast on YouTube Sound Leadership with DJ Podcast on Apple Sound Leadership with DJ Podcast on Amazon Music Sound Leadership with DJ on LinkedIn ----------- Nurse Keith is a holistic career coach for nurses, professional podcaster, published author, award-winning blogger, inspiring keynote speaker, and successful nurse entrepreneur. Connect with Nurse Keith at NurseKeith.com, and on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Nurse Keith lives in beautiful Santa Fe, New Mexico with his lovely wife, Shada McKenzie, a highly gifted traditional astrologer and reader of the tarot. You can find Shada at The Circle and the Dot. The Nurse Keith Show is a proud member of The Health Podcast Network, one of the largest and fastest-growing collections of authoritative, high-quality podcasts taking on the tough topics in health and care with empathy, expertise, and a commitment to excellence. The podcast is adroitly produced by Rob Johnston of 520R Podcasting.

AI and predictive modeling to understand an individual’s immune system function and predict treatment response are still in very early stages. We dream about precision medicine and getting every answer we can for ourselves when we get sick. However, if we look at genomics, only about 20 percent of human coding genes are well-studied. The remaining 80 percent (about 16,000 genes, along with the proteins they make) are largely a mystery.  In this episode, you will hear more about the field of immuno-oncology, understand the correlation between tumor development and immune system response, and trends in cancer detection and prevention, especially liquid biopsies - tests for detecting tumors in blood samples.  Speaker: Brian Hashemi - Executive Chairman and CEO of Novigenix - a Swiss-based biotech company using AI and RNA sequence analysis to capture the cancer immunity cycle during the multi-stage disease progression and response to therapy. www.facesofdigitalhealth.com https://fodh.substack.com/ Show notes: [00:02:00] The use of AI and RNA sequence analysis in capturing the cancer immunity cycle and disease progression [00:04:00] Biotech in Switzerland [00:06:00] The impact of Swiss biotech capabilities on global healthcare and the specific advancements made by Swiss companies in the field. [00:08:00] Predictions and hopes for the future of healthcare technology, especially in the realms of cancer detection and treatment. [00:10:00] Challenges and opportunities in biotech, and the role of AI in advancing healthcare. [00:12:00] Challenges in Colorectal Cancer Screening [00:14:00] The Impact of Liquid Biopsy on Clinical Trials and Drug Development [00:16:00] Market Adoption and Patient Accessibility to Liquid Biopsy Tests [00:18:00] The Future of Liquid Biopsy and Precision Medicine [00:20:00] Real-world Application and Impact of Novel Biomarkers [00:22:00] Expanding the Reach of Novel Diagnostics Beyond Switzerland [00:24:00] Partnerships and Collaborations to Accelerate Adoption

In this episode of Talking HealthTech, we understand how to optimise the telehealth journey with Sophie Kessler from Coviu. Sophie shares insights into the art of onboarding patients to telehealth services and the resources available from Coviu to optimise this process. As we explore ideas and strategies, we aim to empower clinicians to effectively integrate telehealth into their service offerings, enhancing patient experience and outcomes.Key Takeaways:🌟 The induction of clients into telehealth is critical for a seamless experience and should be emphasized more by clinicians.🗨️ Successful patient onboarding requires clear communication about processes, expectations, and handling of technology.📋 Educational materials, such as welcome emails, checklists, and test calls, are vital components of a comprehensive telehealth induction package.📚 Clinicians can learn from strategies that have proven successful for Coviu’s diverse clients, including personalized onboarding methods.🔄 Gathering and implementing client feedback is key to refining telehealth services and improving client satisfaction.Remember to check out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website.Loving the show? Leave us a review, and share it with someone who might get some value from it.Keen to take your healthtech to the next level? Become a THT+ Member for access to our online community forum, quarterly summits and more exclusive content. For more information visit talkinghealthtech.com/thtplusMentioned in this episode:Talking HealthTech 2024 Audience SurveyIt’s that time again - we are conducting our 2024 Talking HealthTech Audience Survey. 🎉 This helps us prioritise content, hone in key messages and refine the show to make it even better. We also want to understand who are biggest cohorts of audience are, so take 5-10 minutes to complete this and we will be super grateful. 🙏🏻 Everyone who completes the audience survey goes in the draw to win a share of $1000 worth of THT+ Membership Credits, to put towards a membership for yourself as an individual or help get the word out there about your company. First prize is $550, second prize $250, third prize $150 then forth prize of $50 🤑 Click the link to complete the survey now: Talking HealthTech Audience Survey

In this insightful episode of "Better with Dr. Ericka," my guest Ellen Rothstein, a life transition coach and artist, shares her expertise on navigating life's changes with grace and positivity. Together, we explore the significance of finding joy, embracing change, and the power of positive thinking. Ellen's personal journey from artist to coach illustrates the value of reconnecting with one's passions and adapting to new life phases. We'll also discuss practical strategies for prioritizing self-care and the benefits of coaching versus therapy as we move through life's transitions. Questions this episode will answer: -Why do transitional periods matter? -What are strategies to deal with change and major life transitions? -How is coaching different than therapy? No matter where you are in life, there is something in this episode for you because life is full of transitions. Change is inevitable, so you need to be prepared to deal with it with grace and ease. Stay tuned for the entire episode to not miss any valuable tips. Find Ellen Rothstein: www.linkedin.com/in/ellen-rothstein-coaching https://ellenrothstein.com/ Resources: Get your free Better Mental Health Affirmations: Affirmationbonus.com About Ellen Rothstein: Ellen Rothstein is a certified Life Transition coach, helping her clients get unstuck and face whatever transition they are facing with self-assurance. Before becoming a coach, Ellen received a B.A. from the University of California, Berkeley, was a successful artist, and worked in advertising and digital media. She collaborates with her clients so that they can create and implement actionable plans and enjoy a fresh perspective. Ellen is a published author for Medium.com and for She Is You Magazine and has been a guest on podcasts. Additionally, she did a Live Radio Interview on Close Up Radio & Television on blogtalkradio.com as part of the Empowering Women Series.

Focus on innovation that addresses high-demand and high-liquidity channels for greater impact. In this episode, Dr. Martin Gershon delves into the importance of investing in oral health, especially in its early stages, highlighting the challenges faced by investors and the need for a thematically constrained approach to success. He emphasizes the importance of strategic partnerships and a focus on innovation that integrates into larger systemic problems and advocates for innovation in the oral and systemic health medicine field to create effective wellness approaches for patients.  Tune in and learn how you can contribute to bridging the gap between medicine and dentistry for better healthcare outcomes! Resources: Learn more about Martin Alexander Gershon here. Learn more about Endeavor on their LinkedIn and visit their website!

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HOST: Andy Herber, P.A.-C. GUEST: Ronald S. Go, M.D. Join our host, Andy J. Herber, P.A.-C., as he discusses the complete blood count (CBC), which is one of the most ordered laboratory tests in the primary care setting.  Providers are frequently tasked with evaluating all aspects of the CBC. A keen understanding of this laboratory test is essential to providing quality care for patients. Joining the first episode of this series is renown Mayo Clinic Hematologist, Ronald S. Go, M.D., who will be discussing evaluating abnormalities, hemoglobin and differing types of anemia. Learn more about our Lab Medicine Edition here Connect with the Mayo Clinic’s School of Continuous Professional Development online at https://ce.mayo.edu/ or on Twitter @MayoMedEd. 

In older adult care, every moment is precious, and every detail counts. In this episode, Kurt Martin brings a wealth of knowledge and a heartfelt commitment to improving care systems for older adults. By fostering an integrative care model that transcends traditional healthcare settings and emphasizing the value of interdisciplinary teams, Kurt highlights how one can optimize precious minutes of patient-care-provider interaction, resulting in noticeable decreases in hospital and emergency room utilization among his patients. Settle in and gain insights into the profound impact of tailored, comprehensive care strategies in enhancing the lives of older adults in our communities. Resources: Connect and follow Kurt Martin on LinkedIn. Follow MedStar Health on LinkedIn. Discover the MedStar Health Website!  About Memora Health: Memora Health, the leading intelligent care enablement platform, helps clinicians focus on top-of-license practice while proactively engaging patients along complex care journeys. Memora partners with leading health systems, health plans, and digital health companies to transform the care delivery process for care teams and patients. The company’s platform digitizes and automates high-touch clinical workflows, supercharging care teams by intelligently triaging patient-reported concerns and data to appropriate care team members and providing patients with proactive, two-way communication and support.

Getting involved allows individuals to shape the future of healthcare and contribute to developing smart care facilities. In this episode, Steve Lieber discusses the development of the Smart Hospital Maturity Model, aiming to streamline the adoption of smart care technologies in healthcare facilities. Drawing on his past involvement in creating the EMR Adoption Model, Steve stresses the need for a structured approach to measuring smart technology adoption, highlighting key dimensions and stakeholders involved in shaping the model's framework. Tune in and learn how you can contribute to the advancement of smart care facilities today!

We sit down with physician executive Robert Pearl to explore the revolutionary concepts presented in his latest book, ChatGPT, MD: How AI-Empowered Patients & Doctors Can Take Back Control of American Medicine. Join us as Robert delves into the transformative potential of generative AI in reshaping the health care landscape. Discover how this innovative technology can empower patients and providers alike to reclaim control from corporate interests, ensuring a future of higher quality, accessibility, and affordability in American medicine. Robert Pearl is a physician executive. He discusses his book, ChatGPT, MD: How AI-Empowered Patients & Doctors Can Take Back Control of American 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 GET CME FOR THIS EPISODE → https://earnc.me/ntVbg5 Powered by CMEfy.

Rural healthcare is much the same and also very different from state to state across the country. State rural healthcare associations tackle issues that support their members’ ability to provide care in their rural communities. On today’s episode, hosts JJ and Rachel talk with Jacy Warrell, chief executive officer of the Rural Health Association of Tennessee Follow Rural Health Rising on Twitter!  https://twitter.com/ruralhealthpod/  https://twitter.com/hillsdaleCEOJJ/  https://twitter.com/ruralhealthrach/ Follow the Rural Health Association of Tennessee! https://www.tnruralhealth.org/ https://www.facebook.com/TNRuralHealth  https://twitter.com/TNRuralHealth  https://www.linkedin.com/company/tnruralhealth/ https://www.instagram.com/tnruralhealth/  Follow Hillsdale Hospital on social media!  https://www.facebook.com/hillsdalehospital/  https://www.twitter.com/hillsdalehosp/  https://www.linkedin.com/company/hillsdale-community-health-center/  https://www.instagram.com/hillsdalehospital/  Audio Engineering & Original Music by Kenji Ulmer  https://www.kenjiulmer.com/ 

Happy Wednesday! Jim Joyce and I enjoyed hosting Sana Alajmovic, a shining light in life sciences from Sweden. Sana shared her journey in combating metabolic diseases with innovative, non-pharmaceutical solutions at Sigrid Therapeutics : 🔬 Managing blood sugar levels 🌍 Insights into obesity and diabetes management 📈 Entrepreneurial journey and raising money from VC's in metabolic space. 👶 Special appearance by the youngest guest ever on #TheShot. 📊 oh and the shortest advice ever on this show! Fun mentions as always: Zocdoc Oliver Kharraz, MD Ann Mond Johnson American Telemedicine Association Mimi Billing Sifted Doctolib Aline Noizet Doctoralia España Frederic Llordachs i Marquès, MD Vishal Gulati George Hadjigeorgiou ZOE Jessie I. Josh Clemente Levels #HealthTech #StartupGrowth #Innovation #MetabolicHealth #DigitalHealth

Getting involved allows individuals to shape the future of healthcare and contribute to developing smart care facilities. In this episode, Steve Lieber discusses the development of the Smart Hospital Maturity Model, aiming to streamline the adoption of smart care technologies in healthcare facilities. Drawing on his past involvement in creating the EMR Adoption Model, Steve stresses the need for a structured approach to measuring smart technology adoption, highlighting key dimensions and stakeholders involved in shaping the model's framework. Tune in and learn how you can contribute to the advancement of smart care facilities today!

Featuring articles on empagliflozin after acute myocardial infarction, CD7 CAR T cells with allogeneic stem-cell transplantation, FFR-guided complete revascularization for STEMI, and nutrition for moderate-to-late preterm infants; a review article on age-related hearing loss; a case report of a man with leg weakness; and Perspective articles on hospital consolidation and physician unionization, on the myth of the free market for pharmaceuticals, and on going beyond code status. Supplement to the New England Journal of Medicine, Vol. 390, No. 16.

Embracing technology and fostering community support is key to revolutionizing patient care and meeting future healthcare demands. Join us for a powerful and personal journey with Dr. Danielle Plummer as she discusses how she turned her personal struggles into a mission to empower women worldwide. Through her innovative blog-turned-consulting business, she provides personalized medication guidance to support women navigating the complexities of pregnancy. Danielle also delves into the gaps she has identified in the healthcare system and her determination to drive positive change through her advocacy efforts.  Join us as we explore how one pharmacist's journey, shaped by her own challenges, is making a difference in the lives of women everywhere. Resources: Connect with and follow Danielle Plummer on LinkedIn and the website. Check out Danielle’s blog and podcast.