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Meaningful Medicine
by Shieva Khayam-Bashi & Nicole Hohenstein
Meaningful Medicine is a podcast that highlights stories of health care professionals who have found a sense of meaning, resilience and joy in their work. In an unpredictable and challenging world with high burnout rates, this is a podcast where incredible individuals share their most meaningful patient experiences and focus on those moments of positivity and joy that sparked their love of healthcare and changed the way they practice medicine.Visit our youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWx2oRlP53dQdu87kj-KMbg
Episodes
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On AI in Medicine with Dr. Bob Wachter
In this captivating episode, join hosts Nicole and Shieva as they engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Bob Wachter, the eminent Chief of Medicine at UCSF. Together, they explore the evolving landscape of Generative AI, discussing historical challenges in early healthcare…
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Meaningful Moments: On Feedback in Medicine
Join hosts Nicole and Shieva in this impassioned episode as they delve into the often overlooked yet crucial aspect of medical training - feedback. Nicole opens up about her personal journey of grappling with a loss of confidence following negative feedback, shedding light on the emotional toll…
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On Pipeline Programs in Medicine
In this captivating episode of Meaningful Medicine, Shieva and Nicole talk to Dr. Tomás Magaña, an adolescent medicine doctor and co-founder of a nationwide pipeline program called FACES for the Future Coalition. Dr. Magaña discussed how he and his co-founder were inspired to create FACES and he...
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On Poetry in Medicine
In this episode we explore the extraordinary intersection of storytelling, the medical humanities and the power of patient narratives. Drs. David Elkin and Shieva Khayam-Bashi share practical methods of how they started incorporating poetry into their medical education practices and highlight the...
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On Ableism in Medicine
In this compelling episode of Meaningful Medicine, we dive deep into the often-overlooked issue of ableism in medicine. Join us as we sit down with Dr. Meaghan Roy-O'Reilly, a trailblazing physician who became the first person in her neurology residency program at Stanford University to disclose...
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On the History of HIV in Medicine with Dr. Volberding
San Francisco is often thought of as the birthplace of advocacy and innovation in combating the HIV epidemic. In this episode, Shieva and Nicole are joined by the world-renowned physician and researcher, Dr. Paul Volberding. Dr. Volberding not only took care of one of the first patients with HIV…
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On Indigenous Health in Medicine
In this episode Dr. Kathy Morsea, a highly dedicated Native physician providing care to the Navajo community in New Mexico, explores the many health and resource disparities experienced by the indigenous population. Dr. Morsea discusses the impacts of lack of basic needs like clean air and...
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On Motherhood in Medicine with Dr. Andrea Tooley
Mothers are often thought of as superheroes. For women in medicine, becoming a mother can seem daunting and even impossible. Dr. Andrea Tooley, an Ophthalmologist at the Mayo Clinic, joins Nicole and Shieva to discuss how she balances succeeding at work and in the OR while also succeeding at home...
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On Long COVID in Medicine
In this episode, we are re-joined by Dr. Carla Kuon, an integrative medicine physician at UCSF's Osher Center. Dr. Kuon shares her knowledge and experience treating Long COVID: a condition that can develop after someone has recovered from acute COVID-19 that can cause a wide range of symptoms…
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On Laughter in Medicine with Dr. Glaucomflecken
Nicole and Shieva are joined by Dr. Will Flanary, also known as his humorous social media persona: Dr. Glaucomflecken. Dr. Flanary talks openly about his experience as a two-time cancer survivor and shares how his personal and professional life was altered after surviving a sudden cardiac arrest....
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On Palliative Care in Medicine
Many people, including clinicians, often conflate palliative care with hospice and end-of-life care. In today's episode, Dr. Michael Rabow, a UCSF internist who specializes in palliative care, shares the broader mission of palliative care and how it can provide compassionate and supportive care...
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On Global Health in Medicine
Have you ever wondered about how healthcare is practiced in other countries? In this episode Nicole and Shieva are joined by Dr. Joyce Hightower, a family physician who has spent more than a decade working closely with health officials and hospital staff in over 30 countries in Africa. Dr....
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On Reapplying to Residency in Medicine
According to the American Association of Medical Colleges, the number of medical students who matriculate into medical schools has increased by more than 30% in the last 20 years, yet the corresponding number of residency program spots has not kept up. A consequence of this mismatch is that…
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On Working with Veterans in Medicine
Ever wonder how we can better connect with and care for our veterans? Dr. Mikel Matto is a veteran himself and works as a psychiatrist at the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Medical Center. He is board certified in Psychiatry, Forensic Psychiatry, and Addiction Medicine and in this episode, Dr....
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On Imposter Syndrome in Medicine
Have you ever doubted your own abilities or had a nagging feeling that at any moment someone was going to expose you as a fraud in your profession or area of study? You are not alone! It turns out that imposter syndrome is quite common and can occur at all stages of medical training and beyond.…
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On Pain Psychology in Medicine
Pain isn’t just a sensation we feel in our body, it is a complex experience fueled by our minds. In this episode, Nicole and Shieva sit down with Dr. Zoffness, a leading expert in pain psychology, to uncover the root cause of chronic pain. Dr. Zoffness reveals the biopsychosocial factors that...
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On Race, Burnout & Recovery in Medicine
Ever wonder what contributed to the Great Resignation in healthcare? In today’s episode, Shieva and Nicole discuss the intersection of race and burnout in medicine with Dr. Starr Knight, the Associate Chair of Diversity & Inclusion for the UCSF Department of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Knight delves...
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On Wellbeing & Burnout in Medicine
As rates of burnout, emotional exhaustion and depersonalization rise amongst healthcare workers, the National Academy of Medicine recently published a national plan for health workforce well-being. On today’s episode Dr. Larrissa Thomas, a nationally recognized expert in the field of physician...
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On Climate Change in Medicine
We often don’t associate healthcare and climate change, yet healthcare accounts for ~10% of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions. On today’s episode, Dr. Heather Whelan, an internal medicine doctor, climate change activist and educator at UCSF, explores how physicians can promote a climate-conscious...
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Meaningful Moments: The Trials & Tribulations of Intern Year
*Trigger warning- this episode discusses suicide and pays tribute to National Physician Suicide Awareness Day* In today’s episode, Nicole and Shieva have a candid conversation in which they discuss the stresses and challenges of starting their intern year of medical residency. Facing new…
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On Dual Loyalty in Medicine
What happens when healthcare workers’ duty to care for patients conflicts with the interests of the system in which they work? In this episode, we discuss this conflict known as Dual Loyalty with Dr. Nathaniel Morris, a psychiatrist at UCSF. Dr. Morris shares his experience caring for…
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On Student-Run Free Clinics in Medicine
Free clinics serve as invaluable resources that provide critical health care to marginalized and underserved communities. In this episode, Dr. Mark Diaz, a Family and Occupational Medicine doctor who co-founded and runs Clinica Tepati at UC Davis, discusses the inception of this student-run free...
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On Microaggressions in Medicine
Microaggressions in medicine are all too common and are often disproportionately experienced by those underrepresented in the medicine. In this episode Dr. Melanie Molina, an emergency medicine physician at UCSF, shares her personal experience facing microaggressions and discusses both the...
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On Food in Medicine
Have we been overlooking food as a tool to potentially combat disease and reduce inflammation? In this episode Dr. Carla Kuon, an integrative medicine doctor who co-manages UCSF’s hematology-oncology inpatient service, highlights the importance of nutrition and nutrition education, and describes...
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On Joy in Medicine
*Trigger warning - this episode discusses suicide* Is it possible to maintain a lasting experience of Joy with patient care in medicine? Dr. Ricki Pollycove is an Integrative Women's Health physician who shares her wondrous ability to derive joy and love in her daily practice even after 35 years…
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On Mental Health in Medicine
*Trigger warning – this episode discusses suicide* It’s heartbreaking to discover that suicide is the second leading cause of death of medical residents. Dr. Justin Bullock shares his personal experience with bipolar disorder and suicidality in medical school and residency. Dr. Bullock highlights...
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On Infertility in Medicine
*Trigger warning - this episode discusses pregnancy loss* It is an unfortunate reality that women in medicine experience twice as much infertility compared to the general public. Dr. Theresa Cheng discusses the importance of reproductive autonomy, the option of egg freezing and normalizes the...
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On Educational Podcasts in Medicine
Have you ever wondered how Drs. Reza Manesh and Rabih Geha met and created the Clinical Problem Solvers platform? Join us for our informative and at times hilarious discussion as they share advice about medical education and medical entrepreneurship, and delve into the pros and cons of podcasts…
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On Not Matching in Medicine
*Trigger warning - this episode discusses suicide* The Residency Match is one of the final hurdles medical students need to overcome in order to become a physician in the United States. Match Day is met with much anticipation by both medical students and programs. But what happens if a medical...
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On Resilience in Medicine
Since the start of the pandemic, burnout has been on the rise and more people than ever have decided to leave healthcare. The conversation surrounding combating burnout often revolves around strategies such as mindfulness and yoga, yet the key to resilience seems yet to be uncovered. We welcome...
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On Family Planning in Medicine
As the average age of those matriculating medical school increases, more and more medical students and residents will be faced with the question: how do I fit in building a family during my medical training? Hamidah Mahmud, a 4th year medical student at UCSF, discusses how she balances marriage…
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On Finding Our Path in Medicine
Ever wonder what would happen if you chose the wrong medical specialty? Dr. David Elkin discusses his decision to leave internal medicine residency and follow a new path into psychiatry. To hear more about Dr. Elkin’s journey: https://thenocturnists.com/season-4/2021/11/16/s4-ep1-burn-the-map
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On Technology in Medicine
Will the doctor’s office be replaced by a computer screen? Dr. Priya Joshi, Chief Health Informatics Officer and Innovation Fellow at the SF VA Medical Center, reveals the power of data informatics on health equity and shares advice on how doctors can slash their screen time. To read more about…
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On Humor in Medicine
When is humor appropriate and appreciated in medicine? Standup comedian and 4th year UCSF medical student Chris Sifflet shares how his humor has evolved from the New York stage to the doctor’s office and reveals the truth behind gallows humor. To read more about Chris Sifflet:...
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On Compassion in Medicine
Is healthcare undergoing a compassion crisis? Dr. Laura Vater, an oncology fellow at Indiana University, discusses the importance of healthcare workers not only taking care of their patients but also taking care of themselves. To read more about Dr. Vater: https://www.lauravater.com/about-1
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On Spirituality in Medicine
Where does spirituality fit in at the doctor’s office? Most Americans believe that patients should receive spiritual and/or religious support when undergoing illness, but patients and doctors can’t seem to agree on when and how those conversations should start. Stanford emergency medicine doctor...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Meaningful Medicine is a podcast that highlights stories of health care professionals who have found a sense of meaning, resilience and joy in their work. In an unpredictable and challenging world with high burnout rates, this is a podcast where incredible individuals share their most meaningful patient experiences and focus on those moments of positivity and joy that sparked their love of healthcare and changed the way they practice medicine.Visit our youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWx2oRlP53dQdu87kj-KMbg
HOSTED BY
Shieva Khayam-Bashi & Nicole Hohenstein
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