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Your Doctor Wants to QuitS1E7: Connecting the DotsIn this episode, Dr. Joy engages with Dr. James Howard, an emergency physician turned primary care doctor (and big wave chaser!) They explore the role of emergency medical services in health care delivery, and innovations that could leverage EMS to improve access. They discuss Dr. Howard's unique journey from emergency medicine to primary care, the ethical dilemmas faced by healthcare professionals, and the importance of person-centered care. The conversation highlights the need for more flexible reimbursement models to facilitate innovation. They also discuss precision medicine.2025-07-1557 minYour Doctor Wants to QuitS1E6: Doctor, DoctorIn this conversation, Dr. Joy engages with Dr. Alyssa Burnham and Dr. Michael Turner to explore the intersection of naturopathic and conventional medicine. They discuss their unique training paths, the challenges of balancing medical careers with family life, and the importance of understanding each other's perspectives in healthcare. The conversation highlights the role of naturopathic doctors in the healthcare system, the challenges they face, and the need for greater integration and accessibility of integrative care. They also emphasize the importance of preventive medicine and advocate for changes in healthcare policy to improve patient access to diverse medical practices.2025-06-1755 minYour Doctor Wants to QuitS1E5: Who's Advocating for Us?In this conversation, Amber Zupancic Albin shares her unique journey from being a critical care nurse to becoming a healthcare attorney. She discusses the complexities of navigating healthcare regulations, the importance of advocacy for both patients and providers, and the challenges faced by healthcare professionals, including burnout. Amber emphasizes the critical role of nurses in patient care and the need for self-advocacy among patients. The conversation also touches on the intersection of law and medicine, the future of healthcare, and the importance of intuition in practice. Amber and Dr. Joy also discuss the human element in health care, emphasizing...2025-05-261h 07Your Doctor Wants to QuitS1E2: Your Doctor's Gatekeeper - Re-released with improved audioThis conversation explores the evolving landscape of medicine, focusing on the ethical challenges faced by physicians today, the impact of insurance on patient care, and the financial burdens of medical training. The discussion emphasizes the disillusionment many doctors feel due to external pressures and the need for a return to a more patient-centered approach in healthcare. The discussion also highlights the importance of collaboration between patients and physicians to advocate for necessary changes in the healthcare system.2025-05-161h 02Your Doctor Wants to QuitS1E1: Slow Medicine - Re-released with improved audioThis conversation explores the evolution of medical technology, the shifting paradigms in patient engagement, and the role of community medicine. It discusses the impact of generative AI on healthcare, the intersection of family medicine and technology, and the future of physicians in a tech-driven world. The dialogue also delves into the challenges of communication in medicine, the concept of slow medicine, and the shift towards value-based care, emphasizing the importance of patient-physician partnerships.2025-05-1657 minYour Doctor Wants to QuitS1E4: House of CardsIn this conversation, Dr. Joy Evers interviews her residency colleague, Dr. Sierra Bourne, board-certified emergency physician and Chief of Staff at her local hospital. They discuss the multifaceted challenges facing healthcare professionals, particularly in emergency medicine. They explore the burdens of administrative tasks, the impact of emergency medicine work on mental health, and the importance of primary care in the healthcare system. The discussion also highlights the struggles of balancing work and family life, the financial dynamics of healthcare, and the need for resilience and community support among health care workers. Ultimately, they call for a reimagining of how...2025-05-1358 minYour Doctor Wants to QuitS1E3: LOVE-CareDr. Joseph Weiss and Dr. Nancy Cetel, a couple, share their personal journeys into medicine. They discuss the evolution of medicine over the past 40 years, and also one thing that has remained the same: the importance of compassion in patient care. They address the challenges posed by the current health care system, including the impact of insurance on patient care and the need for a shift towards precision medicine that focuses on individualized care rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. Their insights reflect a deep commitment to improving health care through advocacy.2025-04-2257 minYour Doctor Wants to QuitYour Doctor's GatekeeperDr. Joy Evers (nee Hardison) and Dr. Damian Rasch, a board certified cardiologist, discuss ethical concerns over the increased involvement of non-physicians in decision-making regarding what health services are covered by insurance companies. Their discussion emphasizes the loss of physician autonomy due to external financial pressures and other factors. They also discuss the need for more collaboration between doctors and patients to effect meaningful change in our health care system.2025-03-171h 02
Your Doctor Wants to QuitYour Doctor's GatekeeperIn this conversation, Dr. Joy Evers (nee Hardison) and Dr. Damian Rasch, a board certified cardiologist, discuss ethical concerns over the increased involvement of non-physicians in decision-making regarding what health services are covered by insurance companies. Their discussion emphasizes the loss of physician autonomy due to external financial pressures and other factors. They also discuss the need for more collaboration between doctors and patients to effect meaningful change in our health care system.2025-03-171h 02Your Doctor Wants to QuitSlow MedicineThis conversation explores the evolution of medical technology, the shifting paradigms in patient engagement, and the role of AI in healthcare. It highlights the importance of community medicine, the human element in patient care, and the future of physicians in a tech-driven world. The discussion also delves into communication challenges in medicine, the concept of slow medicine, and the shift towards value-based care, emphasizing the need for a balance between technology and human interaction in healthcare.2025-03-0357 minYour Doctor Wants to QuitIntro: Your Doctor Wants to QuitLearn what inspired the Your Doctor Wants to Quit podcast!2025-02-1701 min