Information exchange and the role publications play in health care and medical media today, with Kirsten Bibbins-Domingo, 17th Editor-in-Chief of JAMA and the JAMA Network

The US health care system is facing a crisis of mistrust, with less than half of Americans trusting health care professionals. In this episode, Kirsten Bibbins-Domingo, the 17th Editor-in-Chief of JAMA and the JAMA Network, discusses various topics, ranging from the importance of truth, transparency, and scientific thinking to the role of health equity, structural racism, AI, and machine learning in health care. She highlights the significance of effective communication in making scientific knowledge accessible and engaging for both professionals and the general public. Within the interview, Kirsten emphasizes the use of various media to reach wider audiences and combat misinformation, emphasizing the necessity of rigorous peer review and maintaining high standards in scientific publications. Additionally, she addresses the impact of the polarized political environment and the need for inclusive and diverse perspectives in health care research and practice. Tune in and learn how these efforts aim to improve trust and care in the health care system!