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Join Dr. Tara Harding sheds light on the often-overlooked subject of Endometriosis in teenagers in this crucial episode, offering a comprehensive guide for teens and their families. This episode covers everything from identifying symptoms, such as bowel issues and period irregularities, to navigating the path to a proper diagnosis. A Harvard Medical School, performed a study that found that nearly 100% of girls sent home or missing school due to painful periods have endometriosis. Teenagers are left to struggle with this painful and sometimes debilitating disease, missing school and activities. Yet, the journey to diagnosis and treatment can be fraught with challenges, from dismissal of symptoms to a lack of awareness. Dr. Tara doesn't stop there; she also shares empowering strategies to help teens manage their symptoms effectively, ensuring that their education and daily activities are not sidelined by this condition. Here are the links you my listen to: All Things Endometriosis: Guest Episode Dr. Adam Duke, Excision Surgeon and Endometriosis Expert Adenomyosis: What is it, Diagnosis and Treatment with Dr. Adam Duke Let Dr. Tara help you!   LEARN for FREE from Dr. Tara JOIN Dr. Tara on TikTok Come say hi over on Tara's Instagram 

March 29, 2024: Join Cris Ross, CIO of the Mayo Clinic, as they delve into the future of health IT. From the integration of AI in radiology to the potential for patient dialogue with medical records, Ross shares insights on the transformative power of technology in healthcare. But as we embrace these advancements, how can we ensure patient-centricity remains at the core? And with the rapid evolution of technology, what challenges and opportunities lie ahead for aspiring IT professionals entering the healthcare sector? Cris also shares his personal experience as a patient in Healthcare and the changes it made in his perspective. Join the conversation as they explore the intersection of technology and patient care, and contemplate the ethical implications of AI integration in healthcare.Key Points:Patient Focused InnovationSystem IntegrationHealthcare TrendsVirtual Workspace CommunityWorkplace NecessitiesSubscribe: This Week HealthTwitter: This Week HealthLinkedIn: Week HealthDonate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

In this podcast episode, Dr. Lisa Herbert, a family physician and leadership coach, explores the concept of transition, especially for physicians moving from clinical roles to leadership positions. Dr. Herbert discusses the emotional aspects of transitions, the importance of resilience, and the need for a supportive network. She encourages listeners to embrace change and personal growth and concludes by teasing the upcoming season's focus on leadership mindsets and adapting to corporate culture. Transition and Leadership (00:00:01) Dr. Lisa Herbert introduces the theme of transition and its relevance to leadership, discussing past episodes and the goals for the new season. Understanding Transition (00:01:37) Dr. Herbert defines transition, discusses its implications, and how it applies to personal, emotional, professional, and health aspects. Embracing Transition (00:02:57) She explores the emotional and mental aspects of transitioning from clinical medicine to leadership, emphasizing resilience and openness to new experiences. Navigating Life's Transitions (00:04:19) The episode delves into the emotions and opportunities of transitions, encouraging listeners to embrace change and bounce back from setbacks. Reflective Questions (00:06:58) Dr. Herbert provides reflective questions for listeners to consider as they navigate their transitions and plan for success in their leadership roles. Building a Support Team (00:09:21) The importance of having a support system during transitions is emphasized, with suggestions for identifying and engaging with mentors, sponsors, friends, colleagues, and coaches. Laying the Foundation for Season Five (00:10:32) The episode sets the stage for the new season, outlining the stages of leadership development and the topics to be explored, and inviting listeners to follow the podcast and social media. Suppose you are thinking about transitioning from clinical medicine into a leadership role or are unclear about the path forward. In that case, I invite you to take our leadership assessment. This scorecard will provide a snapshot of your readiness along the leadership journey. Grab your scorecard here.

John McDonald and guest Frank Randall discuss various aspects of personal finance. They explore the impact of small purchases and the concept of the 'latte factor.' They also discuss the use of apps and automation to help with saving and investing. The conversation delves into the importance of saving and the trade-off between short-term pleasures and long-term financial wellness, as well as addressing generational perspectives on finances and the need for professional financial advice.

Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, also known as “broken heart syndrome,” is hard to diagnose because its symptoms mimic more common conditions like acute coronary syndrome. This stress-induced cardiomyopathy presents a mysterious challenge to nurses, as you’ll hear in today’s patient story.Host Sarah Lorenzini shares the case of a patient who went from experiencing shortness of breath and nausea to a serious cardiac emergency. She breaks down the patient’s initial presentation, their quick decline featuring hypoxia and flash pulmonary edema, and ultimate diagnosis of takotsubo cardiomyopathy.In this episode, Sarah dives into the pathophysiology of takotsubo cardiomyopathy, covering how emotional or physical stress leads to the condition. She goes over its symptoms and treatment, as well as the role of nurses in managing the condition.Tune in now to find out how you should be handling similar cardiac emergencies!Topics discussed in this episode:Takotsubo cardiomyopathy: a patient case studyThe pathophysiology of takotsubo cardiomyopathyDiagnosing takotsubo cardiomyopathyHow to effectively treat takotsubo cardiomyopathyFinal takeaways for nursesListen to Episode 82: Sympathetic Crashing Acute Pulmonary Edema: That Time My Patient Went From Stable A-Fib RVR to Intubated in 30 Minutes! https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/82-sympathetic-crashing-acute-pulmonary-edema-that/id1535997752?i=1000637926574Mentioned 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

Ozempic and Wegovy are all the rage as everyone tries to lose weight. But despite the epidemic of obesity, very few physicians are trained to address it. Today’s guest, Dr. Katherine Saunders is one of the few doctors specializing in obesity.As founder of Intellihealth, she’s focused on scaling obesity treatment by enabling providers with technology. Can this technology-enabled approach keep up with demand?TOPICS(5:52) What is it that makes obesity a disease? (7:43) Advancements in anti-obesity medical interventions(8:45) Why are GLP1s so popular and are they the singular solution to obesity?(11:38) Barriers to obesity treatment(13:08) How does the issue of weight bias come into play? (14:29) The disconnect between supply and demand in obesity and geriatrics specialties(17:10) What are the cardio-related benefits of GLP1s?(20:43) Is it true that over 75% of Americans are overweight? 🎙️⚕️ABOUT CARETALKCareTalk is a weekly podcast that provides an incisive, no B.S. view of the US healthcare industry. Join co-hosts John Driscoll (Senior Advisor, Walgreens) and David Williams (President, Health Business Group) as they debate the latest in US healthcare news, business and policy. 🎙️⚕️ABOUT DR. KATHERINE SAUNDERSDr. Katherine H. Saunders is a physician entrepreneur and a leading expert in Obesity Medicine. She is on the cutting edge of effective and compassionate obesity treatment. Dr. Saunders is on faculty at Weill Cornell Medicine, where she teaches and precepts. Dr. Saunders received her undergraduate degree Phi Beta Kappa/Summa Cum Laude from Dartmouth College and her medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College, where she became a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.Dr. Saunders is a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She has authored more than 50 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. Additionally, she has been featured in multiple national media outlets, including Women’s Health, USA Today, Medical News Today, and NY Post.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 #obesity #glp1s Support the showCareTalk: Healthcare. Unfiltered. is produced by Grippi Media Digital Marketing

Cybersecurity in healthcare is evolving, requiring a new level of resilience. In this episode, Erik Decker, Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer at Intermountain Health, shares insights from the Cybersecurity Forum and discusses the recently launched strategic plan for healthcare cybersecurity. Developed over 20 months with industry experts, the plan aims to address critical industry challenges by 2029, identifying key healthcare trends, including emerging technologies and financial distress, and outlining ten high-level goals and twelve objectives. Erik emphasizes the need for collaboration between organizations, industry groups like the Health Sector Coordinating Council, and government agencies to achieve cybersecurity resilience. With the healthcare ecosystem's interconnected nature, he also stresses the importance of collective action in securing critical infrastructure.  Tune in to learn more about the strategic plan and how you can contribute to healthcare cybersecurity! Resources:  Watch the entire interview here. Connect with and follow Erik on LinkedIn here. Learn more about Intermountain Health on LinkedIn and their website. Learn more about and support the Health Industry Cybersecurity- Strategic Plan here.

Join Joshua Reischer, a physician executive, as we delve into the complexities of modern health care delivery. Explore the challenges physicians face in obtaining essential patient information, the frustrations experienced by both patients and providers due to outdated processes, and the potential role of technology in improving patient care. From discussing the impact of time constraints and administrative burdens on the quality of care to envisioning a future where digital health tools proactively anticipate the needs of both patients and physicians, this episode promises insightful insights and engaging discussions on the evolving landscape of health care. Joshua Reischer is a physician executive. He discusses the KevinMD article, "Time wasted, care hampered: How antiquated tech hurts patient engagement." 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/abhZoa Powered by CMEfy.

On episode 467 of The Nurse Keith Show nursing and healthcare career podcast, Keith interviews Dr. Joan Naidorf, an emergency physician, speaker, and author based in Alexandria, VA. In the course of their conversation, Keith and Dr. Naidorf discuss her 2022 book, Changing How We Think About Difficult Patients: A Guide for Physicians and Healthcare Professionals. Dr. Naiforf's thesis is that we can all too easily fall into the habit of thinking negatively about our patients. She also contends that, when it comes to how we think about our most challenging patients, there are clear steps that we can take to change that calculus and stop allowing our relationships with patients to be poisoned by negativity, judgmental attitudes, and resentment. Dr. Naidorf trained at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia. She is board-certified in emergency medicine. Connect with Joan Naidorf: DrJoanNaidorf.com X LinkedIn Changing How We Think About Difficult Patients: A Guide for Physicians and Healthcare Professionals on Amazon ----------- 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 fiancée, 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.

March 2024 marks two years since President Biden signed into law the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act. This landmark, first-of-its-kind legislation has funded more than $100 million in grants to implement strategies to reduce and prevent burnout, stress and suicide, sustain well-being, and build workplace cultures and practices so our healthcare workforce can thrive!    The law and the recent bipartisan resolution designating March 18th as Health Workforce Well-Being Day of Awareness is keeping the spotlight and urgency on this workforce crisis and helping reduce stigma, advance research, and ensure that those who care for us can get the care they need.   So we’re having another listen to this episode recorded Live at Aspen Ideas: Health in 2023 where an expert panel led by nurse economist Shawna Butler, RN, MBA, vividly describes how many of our health workplaces and practices are exhausting, overly burdensome, and causing moral distress. Kathy Howell, MBA, BSN, RN, NEA-BC, former Chief Nurse Executive, UCHealth; Corey Feist, President and Co-Founder, Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes' Foundation; and Iman Abuzeid, CEO and Co-Founder, Incredible Health, provide insight into what healthcare talent is seeking from their careers, how forward-leaning health executives are responding to market conditions and workforces that have dramatically shifted, and the readily available system level policy changes urgently needed to support and sustain a thriving health workforce. Find this episode’s resources at www.seeyounowpodcast.com and for more information on podcast bundles, visit ANA’s Innovation Website at www.nursingworld.org/innovation. Have questions for the SEE YOU NOW team? Feedback? Future episode ideas? Contact us at [email protected].

In this episode, recorded live at the AAOS 2024 Annual Meeting, public speaking and media performance consultant, Kathryn Janicek, explains how surgeons’ executive presence is critical to inspiring confidence and trust in the field. The three-time Emmy Award-winning TV executive offers practical guidance for leveraging your expertise to promote your personal brand and your practice. Guest: Kathryn Janicek, Public Speaking and Media Performance Consultant Host: Mikalyn DeFoor, MD, Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly

In this episode of Talking Health Tech, Sophie Turner chats with Claire Wu, CEO of Breathe Into Peace. Claire shares her journey from being a therapist to founding Breathe Into Peace, and how her background in mental health has influenced her entrepreneurial pursuits. She discusses the intersection of mental health, entrepreneurship, and technology, offering insights into the polyvagal theory and its impact on the nervous system. Claire talks about developing innovative products to help manage anxiety and shares her experiences in overcoming challenges in entrepreneurship. She provides valuable advice to healthcare professionals considering entrepreneurship and envisions the future of mental health space and Breathe Into Peace's contribution to its evolution.Key TakeawaysThe polyvagal theory, focusing on the vagus nerve's role in regulating a person's internal state and responses to external cues, and its role in understanding emotional and physiological challenges such as anxiety and burnout.A regulated nervous system is built upon the four pillars of body, mind, connection, and spirituality. To improve the nervous system, building awareness, regulating, healing damage, expanding capacity, and co-regulating with others is essential.Check out the episode and full show notes on the Talking HealthTech website: talkinghealthtech.comLoving 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/thtplus

On today’s StartUp Health NOW episode we're bringing you an excerpt from a recent StartUp Health Masterclass featuring Lee Shapiro, the managing partner at 7wireVentures. Very few people, if any, have the experience and market understanding that Lee Shapiro has. As we’ll get into in the conversation, he’s been an investor as well as an operator, guiding Allscripts and then Livongo. More than that industry expertise, however, we appreciate Lee’s ability to put work and life in perspective. He’s become a real sage, and in this Masterclass he shares wisdom on how to thrive and grow even when the markets are constrained. The Masterclass was held in front of a live virtual audience of around 40 founders from the StartUp Health community. Towards the end of the class we opened up the line for questions, so you’ll get to hear Lee’s practical feedback to founders working in the trenches. This session was so rich with insights and takeaways that we turned it into a video and a blog post as well. The video breaks down Lee’s 21 top insights from the session, so if you want to skim through those, head over to StartUp Health TV on YouTube. Enjoy the Masterclass. Innovating in Alzheimer’s disease? Learn how you can join our new Alzheimer’s Moonshot. Want more content like this? Sign up for StartUp Health Insider™ to get funding insights, news, and special updates delivered to your inbox. Innovators: Health Transformer University fuels your health moonshot Funders: Become a Health Moonshot Champion

Kody Kinsley, Secretary of North Carolina’s Department of Health and Human Services, joins Eric to discuss how his state is improving the lives of families and children by expanding Medicaid and improving the mental health system.    Secretary Kinsley shares strategies for improving behavioral healthcare access and benefit design for North Carolina’s Medicaid and Medicare members, including peer support programs, mental health crisis lines, and data systems to track the availability of beds and individuals in need.    The conversation also explores the importance of improving healthcare infrastructure through Medicaid, focusing on preventative measures and addressing social determinants of health.    About Secretary Kinsley Kody Kinsley serves as North Carolina’s Secretary of Health & Human Services, overseeing a department with over 18,000 staff and a $38 billion budget.   With experience centered on health policy and operations, Kinsley worked on digital healthcare transformation, national education, and labor policies and served as the COO and CFO of the U.S. Treasury.   Secretary Kinsley’s three priorities for the department include Investing in behavioral health and resilience, improving child and family well-being, and building a solid and inclusive workforce. Under his leadership, North Carolina expanded Medicaid and received the most significant investment to bolster the mental health system in over a decade. Kinsley grew up in Wilmington, earning his bachelor’s degree from Brevard College and his master’s in Public Policy from the University of California at Berkeley.