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PermanenteDocs ChatEp. 39 Virtual oncology: Expert cancer care from anywhereIn this episode of PermanenteDocs Chat, Alex McDonald, MD, speaks with Tatjana Kolevska, MD, about Kaiser Permanente’s Virtual Cancer Expert Review program—an innovative approach that ensures patients across the country have access to expert oncology care, no matter where they live.They discuss how Kaiser Permanente’s integrated model supports prevention, early detection, and coordinated treatment, and how AI and virtual consults are changing the game in complex cancer care.Topics covered include:How virtual reviews improve cancer outcomesReducing unnecessary treatments through expert inputEquity and access in oncologyThe power of team-b...2025-04-0825 min
Health Views with Deb Friesen, MDThe Power of Brand in Transforming Health Care with Sean SeitzingerThe Health Views with Deb Friesen, MD podcast series continues with Sean Seitzinger, Vice President of Brand and Consumer Marketing at Kaiser Permanente. In this episode, Sean explores brand marketing’s role in health care, the impact of trust, digital health, AI, and how Kaiser Permanente connects with key audiences including the next generation of consumers.
2025-02-2742 minPermanenteDocs ChatEp 38: Wildfires, medicine, and community resilience: A physician's roleAs devastating wildfires cut across Southern California, burning 16,000 structures and displacing more than 180,000 people last month, physicians and medical staff across Los Angeles faced unique challenges helping those in need while also ensuring their own safety.In the latest Permanente DocsChat episode, Christopher Subject, MD, assistant regional medical director, and Jeremy Maggin, MD, emergency medicine physician, joined host Alex McDonald, MD, to discuss disaster response and preparedness. All three are Southern California Permanente Medical Group physicians who were personally involved in wildfire response.Download and listen today to learn how Kaiser Permanente’s integrated structure an...2025-02-1233 minPermanenteDocs ChatEp. 36: Vaccines, variants, and trends for respiratory virus seasonGet prepared for respiratory virus season with an informative discussion on what every physician should know about this year’s flu, COVID, and RSV vaccines. In this episode of PermanenteDocs Chat, guest Connie Park, MD, clinical flu lead for The Permanente Medical Group and chief of Infectious Diseases, Greater Southern Alameda Area, joins host Dr. Alex McDonald of the Southern California Permanente Medical Group to discuss vaccine strains and practical strategies for addressing vaccine hesitancy and misinformation.Guest: Connie Park, MD, Clinical Flu Lead, The Permanente Medical Group; Chief, Infectious Diseases, Greater Southern Alameda Area...2024-11-0429 min
Live Well and ThriveS3, E16: Breast Health Awareness and Knowing Your BodyFor Breast Cancer Awareness month we’re talking with two female leaders on the Kaiser Permanente Northern California team – both with unique perspectives on breast cancer prevention and early detection. Dr. Monica Kendrick, physician-in-chief, Kaiser Permanente San Francisco medical center and an OB-GYN. Dr. Kendrick is also an expert on women’s health and is passionate about supporting women’s life-long health. Debra Flores, Senior Vice President and Area Manager, Kaiser Permanente Greater Southern Alameda area. She is also a registered nurse and a breast cancer survivor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-10-0929 minPermanenteDocs ChatEp 34: How physicians drive innovation in medical product selectionLearn how new medical products and services that physicians use meet quality, safety, and value standards in the latest PermanenteDocs Chat featuring Sande Irwin, MD, chair of the Kaiser Permanente National Product Council. Dr. Irwin talks to host Alex McDonald, MD, of the Southern California Permanente Medical Group, about how the Council evaluates medical products — everything from otoscopes and exam chairs to surgical tools and MRI scanners — through a uniquely integrated team made of more than 700 members who are physicians and also medical professionals from nursing, environmental services staff and more.Guest: Sande Irwin, MD, Chair...2024-09-0924 minHealth Views with Deb Friesen, MDHow Technology Enables Today’s Health Care Experience featuring Desiree Gandrup-Dupre (Kaiser Permanente SVP of Care Delivery Technology Services)Listen to this Health Views episode with Kaiser Permanente’s SVP of Care Delivery Technology Services, Desiree Gandrup-Dupre. Desiree discusses how technology has evolved throughout her career and how it’s enabled advancements in health care delivery through a focus on value-added benefits for both patients and clinicians.
2024-08-0150 minLive Well and ThriveS3, E11: Kaiser Permanente’s commitment to the LGBTQ+ community in real lifeHear two heartwarming stories about sexuality and gender identity from leaders in Kaiser Permanente, both of whom experienced the profound supportiveness of the organizational culture and are thriving in their leadership roles while supporting others on their teams. This episode’s guests include Grace Firtch, Physician in Chief, Kaiser Permanente Redwood City Medical Center and Jeff Collins, President, Kaiser Permanente Northwest Region. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-06-2622 min
Permanente Medicine PodcastEp. 35: Evolution in value-based care and its impact on medicine with Dr. Sachin JainThe backdrop of rapid innovation, consolidation, and evolving patient needs means value-based care and its impact on medicine is changing. Think AI and robotics, emerging health disparities, and new corporate competitors challenging the status quo. What does all this mean for the present and future of patient-centered, integrated care?In the 2024 season finale of the Permanente Medicine Podcast, Sachin Jain, MD, CEO of SCAN Group and SCAN Health Plan, joins Chris Grant, COO and executive vice president of Kaiser Permanente, The Permanente Federation, to survey the shifting landscape of the health care industry and explore its impact...2024-06-1829 minHealth Views with Deb Friesen, MDThriving With Theatre featuring Betty Hart and Jared Randolph (Kaiser Permanente Educational Theatre Program)Theatre is a powerful healthcare educational tool for both adults and children. We’re excited to share an insightful conversation with Betty Hart and Jared Randolph, Kaiser Permanente Educational Theatre program leads who are focused on improving teacher and staff well-being, workforce health, and youth mental health through their amazing productions. Listen in to learn about Kaiser Permanente’s Educational Theatre program and for helpful mental health best practices that anyone can use. Here is the link for more information https://thrivingschools.kaiserpermanente.org/educational-theatre/.
2024-06-0637 minPermanenteDocs ChatEp. 30 Physician leadership, burnout, and the future of women's healthDon't miss out on this inspirational conversation with Stella Dantas, MD, longtime physician leader at Northwest Permanente and current president of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. She sits down with Alex McDonald, MD, of Southern California Permanente Medical Group, to discuss the nuances of physician leadership, addressing the critical issue of physician burnout, and the importance of fostering a culture where physicians are nurtured and supported. Listen now. #PhysicianLeadership #StellaDantas #WomensHealthCare #PhysicianBurnout #CultureInMedicine #Quality #Safety #DiversityThanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook. Click here to s...2024-06-0522 minPermanente Medicine PodcastEp. 34: Preparing the next generation of physician leaders with Drs. Ted O'Connell and Lindia Willies-JacoboAs health systems across the country are navigating clinician shortages, preparing the next generation of physician leaders is more important than ever. Innovation and transformation in medical education that trains early-career doctors for the modern workforce is essential to ensure that the practice of high-quality, integrated care remains strong. In this episode of the Permanente Medicine Podcast, Chris Grant welcomes Ted O’Connell, MD, director of medical education for Kaiser Permanente Northern California and family medicine doctor for The Permanente Medical Group, and Lindia Willies-Jacobo, MD, senior associate dean for Admissions and Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity, and pr...2024-06-0425 minLive Well and ThriveS3, E9: Here For You – Kaiser Permanente Employee Assistance Program*Kaiser Permanente Northern California employees who want to speak with an EAP counselor immediately, please call the 24/7 line at 877-801-5751*In recognition of May being National Mental Health month, we’re highlighting KP’s most valuable resource for employee mental health – the Employee and Physician Assistance Program or EAP. We have three KP employees here with me to explore our EAP from different vantage points: Jerry, O’Keefe, National Director, Employee and Physician Assistance Services, Kaiser Permanente; Tanya Fernandez, Emergency Dept Manager; Huyen Friedlander, LMFT, EAP Consultant. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...2024-05-2226 minPermanente Medicine PodcastEp. 33: Assessing the impact of AI in medicine with Drs. Ainsley MacLean and Brian HobermanOn this episode of the Permanente Medicine Podcast, we dissect the emergence of AI and how Kaiser Permanente can use this technology to augment its approach to high-quality, patient-centered care. Brian Hoberman, MD, executive vice president and chief information officer for The Permanente Federation and chief information officer with The Permanente Medical Group and Ainsley MacLean, MD, chief medical information officer and chief AI officer for Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group, join the show to share their perspectives on how AI can play a supportive role for medical practices. 2024-05-2126 minPermanenteDocs ChatEp. 29 Pushing the boundaries of medicine with technology and AIDiscover how AI and other technologies are revolutionizing health care delivery, the importance of collaboration and interdisciplinary approaches, and the ongoing need for education and training to adapt to these changes in our latest episode of PermanenteDocs Chat.Our guest, Graham Walker, MD, assistant physician in chief and clinical informatics lead at The Permanente Medical Group, joins host Alex McDonald, MD, from the Southern California Permanente Medical Group to explore the dynamic landscape of health care technology and its impact on patient care. Learn how artificial intelligence and other innovations are enhancing diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.2024-05-0629 minPermanenteDocs ChatEp. 28 The intersection of medical ethics and evidence-based medicineListen now for valuable insights on the intersection of medical ethics and evidence-based medicine. Guest Audiey Kao, MD, PhD, vice president of ethics at the American Medical Association, discusses how ethical principles can help healthcare professionals navigate complex medical decisions, ensuring patient safety and well-being. He also explores the ethical implications of artificial intelligence in healthcare. About the guest: Audiey Kao, MD, PhD, vice president of ethics with the American Medical AssociationHost: Alex McDonald, MD, of the Southern California Permanente Medical GroupWatch on YouTube.Visit Permanente.org to learn more. 2024-04-2422 min
Healthier YouDermatologist’s Secrets for Healthy SkinYour skin is the largest organ in your body, and it’s important to keep it healthy. But how do you sort through the endless trends and products to find a routine that works for you?On this episode of the Healthier You podcast (https://bit.ly/HealthierYouPod), Dr. Ashlee Williams speaks with Dr. Randa Khoury, a dermatologist at Kaiser Permanente aboutthe secrets of healthy skin.
Learn about dermatology care at Kaiser Permanente. 2024-04-1500 minPermanente Medicine PodcastEp. 32: Championing excellence in Permanente Medicine with Drs. Maria Ansari and Ramin DavidoffThe Permanente Medicine Podcast kicks off its 2024 season with this special extended episode featuring The Permanente Federation co-CEOs Maria Ansari, MD, FACC, and Ramin Davidoff, MD. Join the conversation with host Chris Grant, the Federation's chief operating officer, as the two physician executives share their leadership insights and vision for excellence when it comes to advancing the practice of Permanente Medicine. Dr. Ansari and Dr. Davidoff offer a behind-the-scenes glimpse into their co-CEO partnership and delve into some of the critical work taking place throughout the Permanente Medical Groups around improving patient outcomes, maintaining a human touch while adopting...2024-04-0941 minPermanenteDocs ChatEp. 26 Examining the evolution of kidney careJoin host Alex McDonald, MD, and guest Leonid Pravoverov, MD, FASN, in this PermanenteDocs Chat as they discuss the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to slow kidney disease. Learn about the value of early detection, lifestyle modifications, and new medications in the treatment and management of chronic kidney disease. Gain valuable insights this National Kidney Month and discover the latest in all things related to kidney care. About the guest: Dr. Pravoverov is the physician leader of Kaiser Permanente National Kidney Care Services and assistant chair of Nephrology and medical director of ESKD Services at The Permanente Me...2024-03-1822 minLive Well and ThriveS3, E4 - Navigating Personal LossWelcome to “Live Well and Thrive,” a podcast recognizing the hard work, dedication, and diversity of our team at Kaiser Permanente Northern California. Grief binds us together as human beings; it’s something we all experience, and, in healthcare, encounter both professionally and personally in the work we do to serve others. Unfortunately, left unacknowledged and unsupported, grief can lead to addiction, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, and poor physical and mental health. Today I’m happy to be joined by Leah Hellerstein, LCSW, MPH Hospice Social Services Manager, Volunteer and Bereavement Services Coordinator and Carley Rencher Chen, LCSW, Hospice Social W...2024-02-2128 min
Talking for the Health of it with Permanente MedicineTalking Preparing for MenopauseListen as board-certified physician, Deepali Kothary, MD discusses the importance of partnering with your physician for the best menopausal care. This conversation focuses on how we can manage physical and emotional changes that occur with menopause and perimenopause. For more information, visit:kp.org/selfcareapps to access emotional wellness toolskp.org or the Kaiser Permanente app to start an e-visitYou are Not Broken-Podcast*Come as You Are by Emily Nagoski*North American Menopause Society**Any external resources mentioned or included in this episode are not accredited or endorsed by the Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group (MAPMG). Reference to...2024-02-0226 minPermanenteDocs ChatEp. 22 Clinician led conversations on gun safetyA 5-month pilot program conducted with Permanente pediatricians at Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center showed clinicians can have positive, productive gun safety conversations with patients at the point of care. For this PermanenteDocs Chat, we continued the conversation about the physician’s role in firearm safety and research to curb gun violence with host Alex McDonald, MD, and guest Sabrina Perrino, MD.Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook. Click here to subscribe to our YouTube channel. 2024-01-0520 minPermanenteDocs ChatEp. 19 A new generation learning to live with HIVIn recognition of World AIDS Day, join us for a compelling discussion about Kaiser Permanente's integrated approach to HIV care. Hosted by Alex McDonald, MD, this episode features guest Colin Fields, MD, from the Washington Permanente Medical Group. Discover how the National HIV/AIDS Strategy aims to end the epidemic.Tune in for insights and solutions that will shape HIV awareness for a new generation.Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook. Click here to subscribe to our YouTube channel. 2023-12-0121 minPermanente Medicine PodcastEp. 31: Navigating change and challenges facing health care with Dr. Maria AnsariThrough her first 100 days as co-CEO of The Permanente Federation and executive leader of 2 Permanente Medical Groups, Maria Ansari, MD, FACC, has been at the center of critical discussions focused on the present and future of health care. In this bonus episode of the Permanente Medicine Podcast, Dr. Ansari offers a glimpse into her areas of focus while supporting the work of nearly 24,000 Permanente physicians and 80,000 staff who serve 12.6 million Kaiser Permanente members. She also shares some of her keys to navigating this transformational period in medicine while championing Kaiser Permanente’s model for value-based integrated care. 2023-11-1324 minLive Well and ThriveS2, E16 - Understanding Substance Use and Addiction: New support video seriesWelcome to Live Well and Thrive, a podcast recognizing the hard work, dedication, and diversity of our team at Kaiser Permanente Northern California. I'm your host, Carrie Owen Plietz. We all read the numerous unfortunate headlines in the media about the growing number of people effected by addiction, only fueled by the opioid crisis and the pandemic. Addiction is an illness which touches so many of us both up close and from afar. Today were absolutely delighted to have Erika Aguirre-Miyamoto, LCSW, Director of Operations, Behavioral Health from KP Southern California and Linda Cortez, who helped user test the...2023-10-2620 minHealth Views with Deb Friesen, MDExploring The Digital Transformation Journey with Nari Gopala (Kaiser Permanente’s Chief Digital Officer)Our October Health Views guest is Narayanan “Nari” Gopala, Kaiser Permanente’s chief digital officer. As chief digital officer, Nari leads cross-functional teams to transform a full range of digital experiences in service to the organization’s 12.7 million members and its clinical workforce. Nari oversees Kaiser Permanente’s member app and website, kp.org, including its digital strategy, user experience, and ongoing enhancements, which have received numerous industry accolades such as Webby Awards’ People’s Voice winner in 2022 and Design Company of the Year by Fast Company in 2022. Listen to this thought-provoking discussion to learn more about the digital transformation...2023-10-1742 minLive Well and ThriveS2, E15 - Third Party Trauma*Aspects of this conversation may be triggering for some listeners, if you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, a prevention hotline can help. The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is available 24 hours a day at 988. During a crisis, people who are hard of hearing can use their preferred relay service or dial 711 then 988*Welcome to Live Well and Thrive, a podcast recognizing the hard work, dedication, and diversity of our team at Kaiser Permanente Northern California. I'm your host, Carrie Owen Pletz. Were absolutely delighted to have Dr. Stuart Buttlaire with us today, a hi...2023-09-2618 minHealth Views with Deb Friesen, MDThe Power Of Prioritizing Women’s Health: Expert Insights & Tips with Trashawn Thornton-Davis, MDOur September Health Views guest is Dr. Trashawn Thornton-Davis, a fantastic Kaiser Permanente OB/GYN based in Maryland. In this episode, Dr. Deb and Dr. Thornton-Davis discuss the women’s health journey from menstruation to menopause and everything in between. They also cover what employers can do to better support their workforce in this space and wrap up the episode with the importance of self-care. Kaiser Permanente does not endorse the products discussed in the podcast. Any trade names mentioned are for easy identification only.
2023-09-1841 minLive Well and ThriveS2, E13 - Lessons in LeadershipWelcome to Live Well & Thrive, a podcast recognizing the hard work, dedication and diversity of our team at Kaiser Permanente Northern California. I'm your host Carrie Owen Plietz. Today I have a very special guest joining me, Dr. Maria Ansari. In addition to being my physician partner for Kaiser Permanente Northern California region, Maria also serves as the CEO and executive director of The Permanente Medical Group and president and CEO of the Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group and is also the Co-CEO of The Permanente Federation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-2816 minPermanenteDocs ChatEp. 12 The promise of AI in health careThis podcast episode goes beyond the buzz of artificial intelligence and delves into efforts to evaluate AI's potential in health care through a new research grant program. Host Alex McDonald, MD, chats with Vincent Liu, MD, an internal medicine physician with The Permanente Medical Group and senior research scientist at the Kaiser Permanente Division of Research. "Doctors who embrace AI will replace those who do not," says Dr. Liu, who also serves as principal investigator of the Augmented Intelligence in Medicine and Healthcare Initiative (AIM-HI).Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and F...2023-07-1823 minPermanenteDocs ChatEp. 10 Intersection of technology and clinician wellnessTechnology is a double-edged sword in health care, providing innovation and advanced techniques that allow physicians to provide quality care to patients. But some technology can also burden clinicians and contribute to burnout. In this PermanenteDocs Chat, Amanjot Sethi, MD, director of Wellness Operations at The Permanente Medical Group, talks with host Alex McDonald, MD, about the challenges of health IT and growth of virtual care, and what programs are available to support clinician well-being.Program notes:See related Permanente Medicine PodcastThanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook. 2023-06-2220 min