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PermanenteDocs ChatPrescribing GLP-1s: Evidence, limits, expectationsIn this Permanente Docs Chat, host Alex McDonald, MD (family and sports medicine, Southern California Permanente Medical Group) sits down with Sean Hashmi, MD (board-certified nephrologist and obesity medicine specialist) to discuss lifestyle medicine, weight loss, and GLP-1 receptor agonist medications.GLP-1s are everywhere in the public conversation — yet many clinicians and patients have questions about how these medications fit into a comprehensive, sustainable approach to metabolic health. Dr. Hashmi shares practical guidance for frontline clinicians, including:- How GLP-1s work (satiety, “food noise,” and cravings)- Setting realistic expectations for weight loss a...
2026-02-1633 min
Health Views with Deb Friesen, MDLeading the Future of Care: A Conversation with Sam GlickKick off 2026 with a Health Views episode featuring Sam Glick, executive vice president of enterprise strategy and business development for Kaiser Permanente. Sam shares his expertise in health care strategy and emphasizes the importance of accessible, high-quality, and affordable care. Enjoy the discussion!
Kaiser Permanente is composed of the nonprofit Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Inc.; the nonprofit Kaiser Foundation Hospitals; and the for-profit Permanente Medical Groups.
2026-01-2844 min
Permanente Medicine PodcastEp. 38 Quality care in a value-based systemIn this episode of the Permanente Medicine Podcast, host Chris Grant, COO of The Permanente Federation, speaks with Letitia Bridges, MD, MBA, executive vice president and chief quality officer for The Permanente Federation and co-chair of Kaiser Permanente’s National Quality Committee.Dr. Bridges shares a powerful and deeply human perspective on what it means to lead quality for one of the nation’s largest integrated care systems—where millions of patients rely on safe, evidence-based, empathetic, and coordinated care every day.Together, they explore:- Why quality is the North Star for Kaiser Permanente...
2025-12-1729 minPermanenteDocs ChatThe future of care at homeIn this PermanenteDocs Chat, host Alex McDonald, MD, speaks with Hemali Sudhalkar, MD, hospitalist, inpatient palliative care physician, and National Medical Director of Strategy for Kaiser Permanente Care at Home, about how Advanced Care at Home delivers hospital-level care in patients’ homes.Dr. Sudhalkar explains why this shift is essential as the U.S. population ages and capacity strains grow, and how Kaiser Permanente’s integrated model enables safe, coordinated care beyond the hospital. She shares early results from Northern California, where nearly 4,000 patients have received care since 2020, with average length of stay reduced from 5.5 to 3.5 days, hosp...
2025-11-2531 minPermanente Medicine PodcastEp. 37: A systems approach to suicide prevention with Pavan Somusetty, MD, and Jackie RyanSuicide is a deeply personal tragedy — and a pressing public health challenge. In this episode, we take a closer look at how health systems can lead meaningful change through prevention, early intervention, and compassion.Dr. Pavan Somusetty, regional chief of mental health at Northwest Permanente and national leader for suicide prevention at Kaiser Permanente, joins Jackie Ryan, psychiatry practice director at Northwest Permanente and Zero Suicide program manager, to discuss how to change organizational culture around identifying patients, supporting them, and talking about suicide with them. They also share how to embed suicide prevention into all levels of...
2025-07-2527 minPermanenteDocs ChatEp. 40: What every physician should know about care experience (and why it matters)In this episode of the PermanenteDocs Chat, host Alex McDonald, MD, discusses the latest innovations in care experience with Wadie Marcos, MD, access and experience lead with the Southern California Permanente Medical Group. Dr. Marcos shares his insights on the changing health care landscape, focusing on improving access and the care experience.They candidly discuss the unique challenges and opportunities health care organizations face in meeting patient expectations. Dr. Marcos highlights some groundbreaking practices at Kaiser Permanente, like enhancing booking systems and smoothing the onboarding process for new members to increase satisfaction. They also talk about the...
2025-06-0326 minPermanente Medicine PodcastEp. 36: AI, innovation, and value-based care in medicine with Dr. Khang NguyenAI and machine learning are at the forefront of transforming health care today — and when applied as value-based health care innovations that enhance the human touch and keep the patient in the center, they’re best positioned to set clinicians up for success.Khang Nguyen, MD, chief transformation officer of the Southern California Permanente Medical Group, discusses how AI can increase clinicians’ joy in medicine and improve patient outcomes with Chris Grant, chief operating offer and executive vice president of Kaiser Permanente, The Permanente Federation, and host of the Permanente Medicine Podcast.
2025-05-2026 minPermanenteDocs 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 minHealth 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 minPermanente 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.
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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 minPermanente Medicine PodcastEp. 30: Putting equity, inclusion, and diversity at the center of care delivery with Drs. Nkem Chukwumerije and Ron CopelandA pandemic, social unrest, natural disasters, and rapid innovation are among the factors that have led health care to reevaluate what it means to provide equitable care. In this last episode of the 2023 season, Nkem Chukwumerije, MD, president and executive medical director of The Southeast Permanente Medical Group , and Ron Copeland, MD, senior vice president of National Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Policy for Kaiser Foundation Health Plan and Hospitals, join host Chris Grant to discuss Kaiser Permanente’s latest equity, inclusion, and diversity efforts; examine how the medical community can better serve the underserved in health care; and ref...
2023-06-2036 minPermanente Medicine PodcastEp. 29: The impact of health innovation on physician well-being with Drs. Ruth Chang and Ed LeeOver the last few years, health care has experienced rapid transformation and innovation. These changes have led to the increasing integration of technology into daily medical practices. This evolution brings both benefits and challenges that physicians and medical teams must navigate when caring for patients.In this episode of the Permanente Medicine Podcast, host Chris Grant speaks with Ruth Chang, MD, family medicine physician and chief people officer for Northwest Permanente , and Ed Lee, MD, internist and executive vice president for information technology and chief information officer with The Permanente Federation, about the evolving dynamics of technology...
2023-06-0531 minPermanente Medicine PodcastEp. 28: Creating a better patient experience with advanced care at home with Drs. Vivian Reyes and Margaret PaulsonEmerging from the COVID-19 pandemic, advanced care at home programs have evolved into a promising option for bringing hospital-level care directly to where patients live. In-home hospital-level care has the potential to make care more cost-effective while meeting growing consumer demands. Vivian Reyes, MD, regional medical director of Strategic Hospital Initiatives for The Permanente Medical Group in Northern California, and Margaret Paulson, DO, medical director for Advanced Care at Home and Home Health with Mayo Clinic, speak with host Chris Grant, chief operating officer of The Permanente Federation, about how these programs are growing and what the future has i...
2023-05-1829 minPermanente Medicine PodcastEp. 27: The medical community’s role in promoting firearm safety with Drs. Pavan Somusetty and Garen WintemuteSo far in 2023, there has been an average of 1 mass shooting a day. In this episode of the Permanente Medicine Podcast, host Chris Grant, chief operating officer of The Permanente Federation, examines the relationship between gun violence and public health. Pavan Somusetty, MD, a psychiatrist specializing in suicide prevention and chief of Mental Health with Northwest Permanente, and Garen Wintemute, MD, director of the Violence Prevention Research Program at University of California, Davis, join the conversation and share their valuable perspectives on how to address this public health crisis of gun violence in America.Program notes
2023-05-0928 minLive Well and ThriveS2, Ep 7 – Nutrition to feed your well-beingWelcome 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 we’ll explore the vital role nutrition plays in patient care with Patricia Kaba. Our conversation will focus on understanding the role nutrition plays not only in our patients’ roads to recovery, but to everyone’s daily well-being. Patricia Kaba is our Director, Food & Clinical Nutrition Services at the San Jose Medical Center and a distinguished honoree in the 2023 Friends of Nursing, which recognizes direct care partners and inter-professional colleagues w...
2023-05-0317 minPermanente Medicine PodcastEp. 26: Maneuvering the changing landscape of quality improvement with Drs. Nancy Gin and Kedar MateThe Permanente Medicine Podcast’s 2023 season kicks off with this episode looking at the latest advancements in quality care improvement. Host Chris Grant welcomes Nancy Gin, MD, executive vice president of Quality and chief quality officer of The Permanente Federation, and Kedar Mate, MD, president and CEO of the Institute for Healthcare Improvement, as they explore the latest advancements and challenges facing the medical field.Program notes The following are programs referenced by the guests: Rise to Health Coalition (www.ihi.org)Institute for Healthcare Improvement’s Joy In Work and Workforce Well-B...
2023-04-2434 minPermanenteDocs ChatEp. 6 Addressing health disparities in maternal careHost Alex McDonald, MD, welcomes Ericka Gibson, MD, obstetrician-gynecologist from The Southeast Permanente Medical Group in Georgia, who shares details of the medical group's innovative Cocoon Pregnancy Care Program. The program is designed to specifically address health disparities in maternal care by providing comprehensive, patient-centered care for pregnant patients, particularly vulnerable populations such as Black pregnant women. Listen to how Permanente physicians and care teams address risk factors, such as hypertension, improve maternal health outcomes, and positively impact the lives of mothers and their babies. Program notes: Referenced in discussion the California Maternal Quality Care Collaborative (https://w...
2023-04-1824 minPermanenteDocs ChatEp. 5 What it means to be a doctor todayJoin us for Episode 5 of PermanenteDocs Chat, featuring Kapil Dhingra, MD, emergency medicine physician with The Permanente Medical Group and physician-in-chief at Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center. In honor of National Doctors’ Day, Dr. Dhingra reflects on the challenges faced by health care workers in today's post-pandemic state, from financial and labor challenges to hostility from the public. Host Alex McDonald, MD, leads the conversation in this informative and engaging chat. Don't miss it!Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook. Click here to subscribe to our YouTube channel.
2023-04-0423 minPermanenteDocs ChatEp. 4 Smart technology for health innovationIn this episode, we explore the intersection of smart technology and health innovation. PermanenteDocs Chat host Dr. Alex McDonald talks with Dr. Tad Funahashi, orthopedic surgeon with the Southern California Permanente Medical Group and chief innovation and transformation officer for Kaiser Permanente in Southern California. They discuss how smart technology is changing the health care landscape and what innovation means in medicine. Learn also about what Dr. Funahashi was doing in Singapore recently, and, yes, he even offers up an opinion about Chat GPT.Program notes:Reference to Dr. Davidoff is Dr. Ramin Davidoff, executive medical...
2023-03-2123 minPermanenteDocs ChatEp. 3: At the heart of multi-specialty cardiac careIn this PermanenteDocs Chat, host Alex McDonald, MD, talks with Matthew Solomon, MD, a cardiologist with The Permanente Medical Group, about Dr. Solomon’s cardiology-related research and what he often tells patients about maintaining a healthy heart.Dr. Solomon oversees a population management program for patients with thoracic aortic conditions across Kaiser Permanente in Northern California. He discusses how a multi-disciplinary team practicing Permanente Medicine provides comprehensive cardiac care for patients.Program notes:"DOR" refers to the Kaiser Permanente Division of Research in Oakland, Calif.Learn more about excellence in cardiac care at Kaiser Pe...
2023-02-2421 minHealth Views with Deb Friesen, MDDriving Impact Beyond Spending with Ije-Enu Udeze NwosuWe’re pleased to have Kaiser Permanente’s Ije-Enu Udeze Nwosu, Vice President, Performance and Impact, for our 20th Health Views episode! This insightful discussion covers why it’s so important for Kaiser Permanente to address environmental justice, social equity and economic prosperity through our impact spending work. Additionally, Ije shares how small decisions can make a big difference to drive healthier communities. “Every individual has a part to play, no matter what you are doing. Challenge yourself to make a difference.”
2023-02-2237 minLive Well and ThriveS2, Ep 3- Live from Walnut Creek: You Gotta Have HeartWelcome 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, coming to you live from our Walnut Creek Medical Center. During the pandemic, we had no choice but to “live in the moment.” And while these three years have tested our resilience, it also led many frontline employees to leave their jobs due to burnout. So, as we rebound, the question we all face is, how can we reduce stress, build resiliency, and get fulfillment from our jobs?
2023-02-1420 minLive Well and ThriveS2, Ep 2 - Managing Stress & Burnout Through TheaterWelcome to Season Two of 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. Ever go to a show or a movie and get lost in the plot? Like you forget you're in the theater and you're so pulled into the story. Well, live theater is being used to help our frontline employees struggling through stress. And if you're feeling that way, you're not alone. 52% of workers feel burnt out. And it impacts them both at home and at work. That's what makes...
2023-02-0117 minLive Well and ThriveS2, Ep 1- Gratitude to Fuel Your Mental Well-BeingWelcome to Season Two of 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. How are you doing on your New Year's intentions? If you're like me, you know how hard it is to adopt and apply new mindsets into your daily lives. But here's an idea. Develop an attitude of gratitude, to kick off your new year to feel better about yourself and the world around you. In this episode, we'll explore how gratitude scientifically improves our happiness. Joining us is Cosette...
2023-01-2319 minPermanente Medicine PodcastEp. 25: Health care's evolution and path forward with Dr. Richard IsaacsIn this special edition of the Permanente Medicine Podcast, host Chris Grant talks with Permanente physician leader Richard S. Isaacs, MD, FACS, for Modern Healthcare’s Virtual Health Virtual Briefing. Dr. Isaacs serves as CEO and executive director, The Permanente Medical Group; president and CEO, Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group; and co-CEO, The Permanente Federation. He discusses how health care delivery has evolved during the COVID-19 pandemic and what the future might hold for the field of medicine.
2022-11-2132 minLive Well and ThriveS1, E9 - Meet Ginger, Here to Help Navigate Your Busy LifeWelcome to “Live Well and Thrive,” a podcast recognizing the hard work, dedication, and diversity of our team at Kaiser Permanente Northern California.In this episode, we’re joined by: Trina Histon, PhD, Senior Principal Consultant in Prevention, Wellness, and Digital Health at Kaiser Permanente's Care Management Institute Jody Frame, our staff RN, labor delivery at Kaiser Permanente SantaClara Medical Center.We delve into an app called Ginger which is offered alongside Calm and MyStrength to form a continuum of real time support for KP Northern California employees. Shar...
2022-10-2718 minLive Well and ThriveS1, Ep 8 – Get Moving to Improve Your Mental HealthWelcome to “Live Well and Thrive,” a podcast recognizing the hard work, dedication, and diversity of our team at Kaiser Permanente Northern California.In this episode, we’re joined by: Sylvia Badon, Research scientist at the Division of Research at Kaiser Permanenteand Laura Fraser, a member of KP’s “Live Well, Be Well” team who is also a personal trainer.Here are two important links related to the show:Walktober: To register, find Thrive walking paths, see the gear you can win: https://kpwellnessu.kaiserpermanente.org/programs...
2022-10-1221 minLive Well and ThriveS1, E7: Supporting Social JusticeWelcome to “Live Well and Thrive,” a podcast recognizing the hard work, dedication, and diversity of our team at Kaiser Permanente Northern California. In this episode, we have three amazing guests and how their multicultural Business Resource Groups are a valuable resource for their members in dealing with the social challenges facing us today. Guests:- Belinda Luu, Strategic Leader of Data Management and Governance Senior Counsel, serves as the strategic advisor on the Northern California Kaiser Permanente Asian American and Pacific Islanders Association board- Gloria Wilson, an ethics and compliance lead...
2022-09-2121 min
Permanente Medicine PodcastEp. 24: Addressing climate change's impacts on health with Dr. Colin CaveIn this special edition of the Permanente Medicine Podcast, host Chris Grant shares an American Medical Association interview with Colin Cave, MD, medical director of External Affairs, Government Relations and Community Health at Northwest Permanente. Speaking with AMA Chief Experience Officer Todd Unger, Dr. Cave discusses how the medical community is treating climate change as a public health crisis.
2022-09-1523 minHealth Views with Deb Friesen, MDThriving Schools with Annie Reed, DrPH, MPPListen to this great Health Views episode to learn about Kaiser Permanente’s Thriving Schools initiative, which aims to support schools and districts across the country to ensure that teachers, staff, and students have the support they need to thrive — in learning and in health. Annie Reed, Executive Director of Thriving Schools & Communities at Kaiser Permanente is an expert in thinking about the policy, systems and environmental changes that help ensure kids, teachers and school staff can be at their best. Additionally, she works with schools to strive for better outcomes and identifies solutions to increase resilience.
2022-09-0938 minHealth Views with Deb Friesen, MDPromoting Inclusiveness and Diversity in Medical Education with Dean Mark Schuster, MD, PhDKaiser Permanente Bernard J. Tyson School of Medicine has been founded to educate future leaders in the transformation of healthcare delivery and addressing of health equity issues. During this Health View’s episode, you’ll hear from Mark Schuster, MD, PhD, the school’s Founding Dean and CEO, which opened its doors and welcomed its inaugural class in July 2020. During this fascinating interview, Dr. Schuster proudly shares his passion for innovation, inclusivity, and commitment to improving the health and well-being of patients and communities by leading one of the most diverse medical schools in the nation. Listen on to also h...
2022-08-1837 min
Permanente Medicine PodcastEp. 23: A journey through Permanente history with Drs. Jay Crosson and Paul BernsteinIn the last episode of the 2022 Permanente Medicine podcast season, host Chris Grant, chief operating officer of The Permanente Federation, takes a closer look at the history and the origins of the Permanente Medical Groups – from their beginnings in the Kaiser Shipyards through the formation of The Permanente Federation and beyond. Jay Crosson, MD, founding executive director of The Permanente Federation and Paul Bernstein, MD, physician historian for The Permanente Federation, talk about the evolution of the Permanente Medical Groups and highlight some milestone moments that made the practice of Permanente Medicine what it is today. They also delve in...
2022-08-1628 min
Permanente Medicine PodcastEp. 22: How sports medicine and wellness connect with Dr. Jason Brayley and Doug ChristieHost Chris Grant, chief operating officer of The Permanente Federation, puts on his sports cap for this episode of the Permanente Medicine podcast to discuss the intersection between athletics and medicine. Dr. Jason Brayley, Kaiser Permanente's medical director of sports medicine in Northern California and chief of sports medicine for Kaiser Permanente in Sacramento, and Doug Christie, an NBA coach and former player, join the show to share their unique perspectives. They discuss a range of topics including the connection between mental health and physical performance, COVID-19's impact on sports, and how to set yourself up for success...
2022-08-0229 minLive Well and ThriveS1, E3 - Frontline Workers: In Their Own WordsWelcome to “Live Well and Thrive,” a podcast recognizing the hard work, dedication, and diversity of our team at Kaiser Permanente Northern California.In this episode, we’re joined by: Ann Williamson, Regional Chief Nurse Executive at Kaiser Permanente; Donna Ocampo, RN and Clinical Quality Director at Kaiser Permanente; and Jody Frame, Staff RN in Labor and Delivery at Kaiser Permanente’s Santa Clara Medical CenterIf you’re a nurse or know of one, you know nurses exhibit an inner strength like no one else. But where do they get this inner-strength, and what c...
2022-07-2719 minLive Well and ThriveS1, E2 - Searching for HopeWelcome to “Live Well and Thrive,” a podcast recognizing the hard work, dedication, and diversity of our team at Kaiser Permanente Northern California.In this episode, we’re joined by Reverend Jurgen Schwing, the Director of Spiritual Care at Kaiser Permanente's Diablo service area, and he has been with us for 22 years and Reverend Lisa Schilbe, Acute Care Chaplain at Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center"You can call it compounded grief, these sometimes small losses to major losses. If we're not able to process them, talk about them, and the feelings that come u...
2022-07-1123 min
Permanente Medicine PodcastEp. 19: Advancing health care in our communities with Drs. Bechara Choucair and David GrossmanKicking off the 2022 season of the Permanente Medicine Podcast, host Chris Grant examines the key role health systems play in supporting social and community health. Bechara Choucair, MD, senior vice president and chief health officer, Kaiser Foundation Health Plan and Hospitals, and David Grossman, MD, interim vice president for social and community health, Kaiser Foundation Health Plan and Hospitals, discuss leveraging Kaiser Permanente's unique model of care to address social determinants of health, how the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated innovation in health care, and determining priorities now and in the future for addressing social and community health.Program notes:-- 2-1...
2022-06-2128 minHealth Views with Deb Friesen, MDExamining Black Maternal Health Inequities with Amanda Williams, MDApril is National Minority Health Month, a time to focus on improving the health of racial and ethnic minorities and reducing health inequities. We also want to acknowledge Black Maternal Health Week, April 11-17 which explores causes and solutions to the staggering statistic that Black women are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women. During this national observance, Dr. Deb sits down with a special guest, Dr. Amanda Williams. Dr. Williams is a practicing Ob/Gyn, the Assistant Chair of Chiefs for Maternity with The Permanente Medical Group and serves as the Maternity Director...
2022-04-0742 min
Permanente Medicine PodcastEp. 18: Moving from pandemic to endemic for COVID-19 with Stephen Parodi, MDIn a special feature episode of the Permanente Medicine Podcast, host Chris Grant shares an American Medical Association interview with Permanente physician leader Stephen Parodi, MD, from its COVID-19 Update. Speaking with senior AMA chief experience officer Todd Unger, Dr. Parodi, associate executive director of The Permanente Medical Group, discusses the factors that signal a shift from pandemic to endemic.
2022-04-0523 min
Visto PermanenteT2 #027 parte 2 | Especial de fim de ano com Mohammed El JazouliAqui no Visto Permanente Podcast a gente sempre recebe convidados que contam suas aventuras ao saírem do Brasil, brasileiros que buscam ver o mundo a partir de outra perspectiva. Mas neste especial de fim de ano a gente desejava fazer o caminho inverso, trazer alguém pra compartilhar a experiência de chamar o Brasil de novo lar.Na busca por esse convidado, encontramos a ONG Abraço Cultural, um projeto muito especial que dá oportunidades profissionais para refugiados que estão no Brasil.Na segunda parte do nosso último episódio de 2021 (e também da segunda temporada do Visto...
2022-01-0158 min
Permanente Medicine PodcastEp. 17: Leading and innovating during a turning point for medicine with Dr. Ramin DavidoffRamin Davidoff, MD, co-CEO of The Permanente Federation, came to the United States as a child after his family fled from Iran to escape the threat of violence and antisemitism. In the latest episode of the Permanente Medicine Podcast with Chris Grant, Dr. Davidoff shares insights on how he became a Permanente physician and ultimately assumed leadership positions during this pivotal time of the COVID-19 pandemic, significant social change, and a major shift in the practice of medicine.
2021-12-1527 min
Permanente Medicine PodcastEp. 16: Joining forces to address COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy with Dr. Marcus C. GriffithIn a special feature episode of the Permanente Medicine Podcast, host Chris Grant shares an American Medical Association (AMA) interview from its Moving Medicine Podcast featuring Permanente physician Marcus C. Griffith, MD. In a conversation with senior AMA news writer Sara Berg, Dr. Griffith, a psychiatrist and obesity medicine physician with The Southeast Permanente Medical Group, details the need for a unified effort among medical professionals around combatting COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy. This interview originally aired on the AMA Moving Medicine Podcast.
2021-10-2626 min
Visto PermanenteViajando #003 | Especial Halloween Parte 01No Viajando de hoje a gente economizou na passagem, porque pegamos nossas vassouras pra dar uma volta ao mundo e conhecer a história do Halloween!Esse episódio não é uma entrevista, mas com certeza conta uma história de migração: de como costumes como o Samhain, o All Hallows Day, o All Souls Day, entre outros, foram viajando pelo mundo (junto com seu povo) e se misturando até virar o Halloween que a gente conhece hoje!Mas esse especial não acaba por aqui não! Na semana que vem a gente volta com uma série de destinos...
2021-10-2020 min
Visto PermanentePapelada #003 | Documentos para constar na checklist de emigraçãoPassaporte, certidões, carteira de motorista, vistos... a lista de documentos para quem pretende emigrar é enorme e não tem como fugir disso. Pra te ajudar nessa tarefa nada fácil, gravamos este episódio sobre três tipos de documentos que, apesar de importantes, nem sempre são lembrados. Não é todo mundo que dá a devida atenção a eles, mas nós garantimos pra você que, sim, são importantes! E antes de dar o play, aproveita pra assinar/seguir/se inscrever no Visto Permanente Podcast para não perder nossas atualizações. Recado dado, prepara o fone e o bloco de
2021-10-0815 min
Permanente Medicine PodcastEp. 15: Clinician self-care in the new normal with Drs. Dawn Clark, Reggie Mason, and Ashley ZuckerIn Part 2 of a special Permanente Medicine Podcast, host Chris Grant delves deeper into the topic of physician well-being with three Permanente physician wellness leaders. Together, they discuss keys to preventing physician burnout through the COVID-19 pandemic and examine how to support self-care in medicine moving forward.Featured guests include:•Dawn Clark, MD, obstetrician-gynecologist and chief wellness officer, Southern California Permanente Medical Group•Ashley Zucker, MD, psychiatrist, Southern California Permanente Medical Group•Reggie Mason, MD, pulmonologist and physician lead for total health and inculturation, The Southeast Permanente Medical GroupThis is the second of a two-part podcast. (Listen to episode 14 for Part 1...
2021-09-2820 min
Permanente Medicine PodcastEp. 14: A foundation for physician wellness with Drs. Dawn Clark, Reggie Mason, and Ashley ZuckerAs physicians work toward reaching the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, supporting their wellness and preventing burnout becomes increasingly critical. In this episode of the Permanente Medicine Podcast with host Chris Grant, three Permanente physician wellness leaders discuss the emotional toll of addressing a pandemic and what can be done to support doctors and clinicians. Featured guests include:•Dawn Clark, MD, obstetrician-gynecologist and chief wellness officer, Southern California Permanente Medical Group•Ashley Zucker, MD, psychiatrist, Southern California Permanente Medical Group•Reggie Mason, MD, pulmonologist and physician lead for total health and inculturation, The Southeast Permanente Medical GroupThis is the first of a t...
2021-09-2017 min
Visto PermanenteDá Pra Viver? #004 | LondresLembram da Débora, que participou do episódio #022 | T2 do Visto Permanente? Então, ela está de volta para abrir as contas da casa e mostrar se dá ou não dá pra viver em Londres! Organizadíssima, a Débora nos trouxe dois orçamentos: o primeiro para um casal que quer morar em um estúdio de um quarto, e o segundo para aqueles que preferem dividir residência com outras pessoas. E aí, será que dá pra viver? Confere aqui se esse orçamento fechou no verde ou no vermelho e compartilha com quem está pensando em morar em Londr...
2021-09-1523 min
Visto PermanenteT2 #024 - QUEBEC, MEU PAÍS com Mara CesarVocês sabem que um dos nossos compromissos aqui no Visto Permanente é trazer histórias de imigrantes que estão em lugares diferentes desse mundão. Hoje, não temos um novo país, mas QUASE isso. Sim, porque o Quebec é praticamente um universo canadense à parte. Idioma oficial diferente, legislação diferente, cultura e estilo de vida próprios. E quem está aqui pra falar sobre isso é a Mara, uma brasileira apaixonada pelo Quebec. Sim, foi amor à primeira vista
2021-09-091h 09Health Views with Deb Friesen, MDSaving Lives with Yung-Mee Park, MD, Bone Marrow Donor Advocate and Kaiser Permanente Physician (Part #2)In our two-part bone marrow donation series, Dr. Deb talks to two women who have remarkable stories. Together they partner on Will You Marrow Me?, a bone marrow awareness program that encourages racially and ethnically diverse populations to register as donors. In part two, Dr. Deb interviews Dr. Yung-Mee Park, a strong bone marrow donor advocate, donor, and Kaiser Permanente family care physician.
There’s a national shortage of bone marrow donations among minorities and biracial populations, with 70% coming from Caucasian donors. Unfortunately, thousands of patients diagnosed with blood cancer, such as leukemia or lymphoma, don't h...
2021-08-3039 min
Visto PermanenteDá pra viver? #003 | TorontoEstávamos devendo um Dá pra viver? Toronto, não é mesmo? Mas esse dia chegou, essa conta está paga! E quem abriu a planilha de gastos pra gente foi a Fer - sim, a nossa Fer. Aluguel, mercado, saúde, salário mínimo... tudo o que você precisa saber antes de se mudar para Toronto. A gente sabe que a lista de candidatos a imigrante para a província de Ontário é grande e, por isso, vamos encurtar essa conversa e ir logo ao assunto. Dá o play nesse episódio e depois responde lá no nosso Instagram (@vistopermanentepodcast) se dá ou não dá...
2021-08-1829 min
Visto PermanentePapelada #002 | Quero sair do Brasil! Parte 03Quer morar fora mas não sabe por onde começar? Então pega esse programa! Essa é a terceira e última parte de uma série de 3 episódios do Papelada, que se chama "Quero sair do Brasil!".No programa de hoje, a Fer e a Carol recebem novamente a Tati Defácio, estrategista de carreira que ajuda brasileiros a se recolocarem no mercado de trabalho internacional (do Canadá, principalmente).Nesse episódio a vamos conversar sobre outros 3 pontos cruciais se você pensa em internacionalizar sua carreira: Trabalho Voluntário, Mentoria e a tão temida Entrevista de Emprego!Tá esperando o qu...
2021-08-0430 min
Visto PermanentePapelada #002 | Quero sair do Brasil! Parte 02Quer morar fora mas não sabe por onde começar? Então pega esse programa! Essa é a segunda parte de uma série de 3 episódios do Papelada, que se chama "Quero sair do Brasil!". No programa de hoje, a Fer e a Carol recebem a Tati Defácio, estrategista de carreira que ajuda brasileiros a se recolocarem no mercado de trabalho internacional (do Canadá, principalmente). Nesse episódio a vamos conversar sobre 3 pontos cruciais se você pensa em internacionalizar sua carreira: diferenças culturais do mercado de trabalho brasileiro e do país de destino, a importância (e como fazer...
2021-07-2833 minHealth Views with Deb Friesen, MDSaving Lives with Mika Yoshino, Will You Marrow Me? Founder and Bone Marrow Donation Advocate (Part #1)In our two-part bone marrow donation series, Dr. Deb talks to two women who have remarkable stories. Together they partner on Will You Marrow Me?, a bone marrow awareness program that encourages racially and ethnically diverse populations to register as donors. In part one, Dr. Deb interviews Mika Yoshino, Will You Marrow Me? founder, bone marrow donation advocate, and a director on Kaiser Permanente’s Digital Experience Center team.
There’s a national shortage of bone marrow donations among minorities and biracial populations, with 70% coming from Caucasian donors. Unfortunately, thousands of patients diagnosed with blood cance...
2021-07-2227 min
Visto PermanentePapelada #002 | Quero sair do Brasil! Parte 01Quer morar fora mas não sabe por onde começar? Então pega esse programa! Essa é a primeira parte de uma série de 3 episódios do Papelada, que se chama "Quero sair do Brasil!". No programa de hoje, a Fer e a Carol compartilham muitas informações para ajudar quem quer morar fora do país, são dicas baseadas em pesquisas e experiências pessoais. Como escolher para onde ir? Quais fatores devo considerar? Será que terei dinheiro para isso? Se você tem dúvidas como estas, então dá o play neste episódio. Ah, e não esquece de se...
2021-07-2140 minHealth Views with Deb Friesen, MDFeeling PRIDE with Erin Waters, Kaiser Permanente Equity, Inclusion, & Diversity ConsultantIn honor of PRIDE month, Dr. Deb sits down with a special guest Erin Waters. Erin is a Kaiser Permanente Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity Consultant and Community Health Navigator in Kaiser Permanente’s Northwest Region Gender Pathways Clinic. In her role, Erin is a powerful advocate for the LGBTQ+ community and has a deep commitment to help transform health systems to be more inclusive and gender affirming for trans and nonbinary people. We’re excited to share this episode with all of you during PRIDE month and hope you learn a lot from Erin and her story.
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2021-06-241h 07
Visto PermanenteT2 #021 - DANÇANDO NA RÚSSIA com Ballet CoupleEla de Santa Catarina, ele de São Paulo. Lari e Nando se conheceram na Escola do Teatro Bolshoi no Brasil, que fica em Joinville (SC), e desde então se tornaram parceiros na dança e no amor S2 . E em 2019 eles embarcaram para onde? Para a Rússia, sim, a Rússia amigos, o tão sonhado destino de milhares de bailarinos. Hoje eles integram a cia de balé do teatro de Voronezh e, apesar da rotina pesada de bailarinos, toparam contar toda essa experiência aqui no Visto Permanente. Prepara o fone de ouvido e dá o play ness...
2021-06-171h 17
Permanente Medicine PodcastEp. 13: Charting a course for COVID-19 vaccination with Dr. Tinisha Cheatham and Dr. Craig RobbinsIn this episode of the Permanente Medicine Podcast, host Chris Grant delves into the topic of COVID-19 vaccine distribution – key learnings, significant milestones, and the path ahead to reach herd immunity. Tinisha Cheatham, DO, physician in chief of the Kaiser Permanente Baltimore service area; and Craig Robbins, national co-leader of Kaiser Permanente’s vaccination program; share their experience around raising vaccine awareness, developing partnerships with health agencies and community groups, and increasing advocacy among fellow physicians.
2021-06-1720 min
Visto PermanenteToronte-se #001 | A capital mundial dos raccoons!A capital mundial dos guaxinins existe e é aqui em Toronto! Nesse primeiro episódio do Toronte-se vou te contar um pouquinho sobre os animais que você pode encontrar aqui pelas ruas da cidade e também os que você não vai ver!O Toronte-se é um quadro do Visto Permanente em que vamos explorar juntos essa cidade fantástica que é Toronto, no Canadá. Todo mês um episódio novo contando alguma curiosidade torontoniana!Então segue a gente aqui no app e lá no Instagram @vistopermanentepodcast e dá logo o play no episódio!
2021-05-2616 min
Visto PermanenteT2 #019 - Aniversário de 1 ano e o que vem por aí!O Visto Permanente volta para sua segunda temporada e já chega com festa! Sim, porque no dia 13 de maio de 2021 comemoramos 1 ano de podcast. Neste episódio comemorativo, relembramos nossos maiores perrengues de gravação durante o primeiro ano - praticamente o Oscar do Visto Permanente - e contamos o que você pode esperar dessa nova temporada. Produção e apresentação: Caroline Lanhi e Fernanda Curtarelli. Siga a gente no instagram @vistopermanentepodcast e nos apps de música: Spotify https://sptfy.com/vistopermanente / Apple https://bityli.com/dky1p / Deezer https://www.deezer.com/br/show/1233862 / SoundCloud https://soundcloud.com/user-7...
2021-05-1333 min
Permanente Medicine PodcastEp. 12: Women leadership in medicine with Dr. Susan Bailey and Dr. Margaret FergusonIn this episode, host Chris Grant chats remotely with Susan Bailey, MD, and Margaret Ferguson, MD, MBA, to discuss their leadership path and advancing women in health care. Dr. Ferguson, a pediatric hospitalist and president and executive medical director of the Colorado Permanente Medical Group; and Dr. Bailey, an allergist and immunologist and president of the American Medical Association; touch on challenges they faced on the road to becoming prominent leaders in their fields, important trends for women in medicine, and advice for young physicians starting out on their career paths.
2021-03-1928 minHealth Views with Deb Friesen, MDBuilding Resilience and Destigmatizing Mental Health Issues in the Workplace with Nicole Stelter, PhDDr. Deb virtually sits down with her friend and Kaiser Permanente colleague Dr. Nicole Stelter. Dr. Stelter is a licensed Psychotherapist, Clinical Trauma Professional, and EAP Consultant who has completed training with the U.S. Department of Defense, FEMA, and the U.S. National Incident Management System. During this episode, they discuss a wide-range of COVID-19 mental health and wellness topics which include, building resiliency for all, the importance of having psychological safety at work, and the challenges of working from home for parents. Listen for Nicole’s expert recommendations to learn how to persevere during this difficult time, bot...
2021-03-1238 min
Permanente Medicine PodcastEp. 11: The role of the physician voice with Dr. Imelda DaconesIn this special bonus episode of the Permanente Medicine Podcast with Chris Grant, we go to our archives for an interview with Imelda Dacones, MD, president and CEO of Northwest Permanente, which was taped prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. In a wide-ranging conversation, Dr. Dacones delves into her journey to becoming a physician leader and key areas of public interest where doctors can add their voices to the debate.
2020-12-1916 min
Permanente Medicine PodcastEp. 10: Lessons from the front lines of COVID-19 with Dr. Stephen Parodi and Dr. Edward LeeThe Permanente Medicine Podcast with host Chris Grant returns with a behind-the-scenes look at Kaiser Permanente’s COVID-19 response from 2 Permanente physician leaders who have played key roles. Stephen Parodi, MD, associate executive director of The Permanente Medical Group and Kaiser Permanente’s national infectious disease leader, and Edward Lee, MD, executive vice president and chief information officer of The Permanente Federation, join Grant remotely to share their perspectives on innovations in patient care, lessons learned, and silver linings from the pandemic.
2020-12-0924 min
Visto Permanente#012 - Cidadania Italiana: a sagaQuem cresceu em família de descendentes italianos sempre tem aquela curiosidade sobre tirar a cidadania italiana. Seja por questões afetivas ou por desejar mudar de país, essa é uma vontade de muitos brasileiros. Neste episódio, a Carol e a Fer batem um papo com a Camila sobre o processo de reconhecimento de cidadania via Itália. E na segunda parte, a Jaqueline, que trabalha nessa área, fala sobre os diferentes caminhos para quem deseja reconhecer a cidadania e ainda tira algumas dúvidas de seguidores. Então segue o Visto Permanente aqui no feed e dá o play neste
2020-09-161h 06
Health Views with Deb Friesen, MDUnpacking Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity in 2020 with Ronald Copeland, MDFor our third episode, Dr. Deb has a powerful discussion with Dr. Ronald Copeland, senior vice president and chief equity, inclusion, and diversity officer at Kaiser Permanente. Dr. Copeland is a recently retired board-certified general surgeon who joined Kaiser Permanente in 1988 after a six-year honorable tour-of-duty in the United States Air Force Medical Corps. Prior to his current role, he served as president and executive medical director of the Ohio Permanente Medical Group and in 2016, Dr. Copeland was appointed to the board of the Kaiser Permanente Bernard J. Tyson School of Medicine, to name just a few accolades. Dr...
2020-08-3133 min
Health Views with Deb Friesen, MDExploring Telehealth with Troy Long, MDFor our first episode, Dr. Deb is pleased to have Dr. Troy Long as her inaugural guest. In addition to being a longtime friend, Troy is a practicing physician with the Colorado Permanente Medical Group who cares for patients across the state of Colorado. Over the last decade, Troy has been a practitioner and strong advocate of telehealth use. During this episode, the pair evaluate the importance of telehealth before, during, and after the COVID-19 pandemic.
2020-08-2623 min
Visto PermanenteBem-vindo(a) ao nosso feed!Ouça o trailer do Visto Permanente! A cada quinzena uma história de vida de alguém em algum lugar deste planeta. Apresentado por Carol Lanhi e Fernanda Curtarelli. Editado por Altia Podcasts. // Siga: @vistopermanentepodcast
2020-06-2401 min
Permanente Medicine PodcastEp. 7: Doctors building community through social media with Dr. Amanda Williams and Dr. Najeh AhmadIs there a role for social media in the doctor's office? In the last episode of Season 1, podcast host Chris Grant interviews Permanente physicians Amanda Williams, MD, MPH, and Najeh Ahmad, MD, MPH of The Permanente Medical Group in Northern California to discuss the value of physician presence on social media. The physicians share their experiences building a community on Twitter, their thoughts on the importance of a physician presence on social media, and what they’d like to learn from the next generation of doctors.
2019-10-0322 min
Permanente Medicine PodcastEp. 6: The new Kaiser Permanente School of Medicine with Dr. Mark SchusterKaiser Permanente is launching a new school of medicine in summer 2020, and in this episode, podcast host Chris Grant chats with Mark Schuster, MD, PhD, founding dean and CEO of the Kaiser Permanente School of Medicine. They talk about advice to future medical students, fighting burnout in medical school, innovative technology planned for the school's curriculum, and the importance of health systems science.
2019-07-2928 min
Permanente Medicine PodcastEp. 5: Battling the opioid epidemic with Dr. Sameer Awsare and Dr. Carol ForsterMore than 1,000 people per day are treated for improper use of prescription opioids, and the federal government has declared an opioid epidemic in the United States. Podcast host Chris Grant interviews Sameer Awsare, MD and Carol Forster, MD, about the opioid epidemic and physician-led initiatives that have safely and responsibly helped patients manage pain. Dr. Awsare is an internist and associate executive director for The Permanente Medical Group, and leader of its opioid initiative. Dr. Forster is a trained pharmacist, primary care physician, and recently retired physician director of Pharmacy & Therapeutics and Medication Safety for the Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group...
2019-04-1124 min
Permanente Medicine PodcastEp. 3: The answer to health and healthcare in America with Dr. Edward EllisonIn Part 2 of our conversation with Edward M. Ellison, MD, we learn more about how Permanente Medicine is the answer to health and health care in America, physician leadership styles, the importance of inclusion in health care, and finding solutions to the nation's opioid epidemic.
2018-11-1213 min
Permanente Medicine PodcastEp. 2: Becoming a physician and self-care for doctors with Dr. Edward EllisonEdward M. Ellison, MD, executive medical director and chairman of the board for Southern California Permanente Medical Group and chairman and CEO of The Southeast Permanente Medical Group, shares what it takes to become a physician, how doctors should practice self care to avoid physician burnout, and early plans for the Kaiser Permanente School of Medicine.Dr. Ellison is also co-CEO of The Permanente Federation, a consortium of all the Permanente Medical Groups in the nation, supporting the work of more than 22,000 Permanente physicians and 80,000 employees.
2018-11-0615 min