Ep. 171 Rethinking Healthcare Administration and Policy with Dr. Mara Holton and Dr. Josh Langston

In this episode of Back Table Urology, Dr. Aditya Bagrodia, Dr. Joshua Langston, and Dr. Mara Holton from the Large Urology Group Practice Association (LUGPA) share insights on the financial and administrative complexities that urologists face. --- CHECK OUT OUR SPONSOR Fellow https://www.meetfellow.com/ --- SYNPOSIS The doctors delve into the increasing costs of healthcare, the challenges posed by regulatory requirements, and the significance of physician leadership in influencing healthcare delivery. The discussion also highlights the importance of advocacy, the evolving role of physicians in business and policy, and actionable steps doctors can take to ensure their voices are heard. Finally, the doctors address the growing trend of hospital employment among physicians and its impact on rural healthcare access. --- TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction 06:41 - Complexities and Costs in Healthcare 11:48 - The Role of Physicians in Healthcare Leadership 17:21 - The Shift Towards Hospital Employment 27:35 - Economic Pressures on Physicians and Patients 30:09 - Cost Discrepancies in Medical Procedures 38:16 - Burnout and Workforce Challenges 49:26 - Advocacy and Call to Action --- RESOURCES Fellow https://www.meetfellow.com/ BackTable URO Ep. 82- Advocacy Basics for the Urologist: From Your Clinic to Capitol Hill with Dr. Ruchika Talwar https://open.spotify.com/episode/0hcLrKuf5QU7TZCHSErs4Z?si=842c7985f44c4e04 BackTable URO Ep. 164: Urology Advocacy: From Passion to Policy with Dr. Seth Cohen, Dr. Michelle Leach, and Dr. Suzette Sutherland https://open.spotify.com/episode/68pR7MxFIgQ1HJLy6xQHDX?si=36a93eedd6594770