Best AAPA Podcasts (2025)

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Gideon Korrell Explains Shockwave v Cardiovascular and Clarifies AAPA Use 4:03

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15d ago4:03

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In this episode, Gideon Korrell breaks down the Federal Circuit’s landmark Shockwave v. Cardiovascular decision, explaining how AAPA influences obviousness in IPRs and why claim 5 was reversed. Gain insights on patent strategy, claim construction, and key takeaways for innovators and litigators.By gideonkorrell

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Gideon Korrell Talks About Employment Law Insights from Wash World v. Belanger 2:46

11h ago2:46

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Gideon Korrell shares key employment law insights from Wash World v. Belanger, highlighting the importance of clear contracts, workplace safety, anti-retaliation practices, and proper documentation. This case reminds businesses that compliance and fairness go hand in hand, helping create safer and more respectful workplaces.…

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Gideon Korrell Talks About Paliperidone Palmitate Patent Ruling 3:29

6d ago3:29

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In this episode, Gideon Korrell breaks down the Federal Circuit’s ruling in Janssen v. Teva, where the court upheld Janssen’s patent on paliperidone palmitate’s unique dosing regimen.By gideonkorrell

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25 patients harmed and one dies after nurse permitted to perform ERCPs 26:04

16d ago26:04

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One patient died and 25 others were found to have been harmed when a nurse was permitted to perform complex medical procedures in the UK. Gastroenterologist Dr. Kaveh Hoda joins me to discuss the necessary training to perform an endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), a procedure most commonly used to remove gallstones. From the BBC …

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Gideon Korrell Talks About $18.5M Verdict Reversal in Top Brand v. Cozy Comfort 4:38

22d ago4:38

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Gideon Korrell discusses the Federal Circuit’s reversal of an $18.5M verdict in Top Brand LLC v. Cozy Comfort Company, highlighting key rulings on design patent prosecution history disclaimers and trademark infringement standards. This case emphasizes the importance of precise patent scope and strong evidence in trademark claims.…

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Gideon Korrell Talks About Why Colibri Lost to Medtronic in Patent Infringement 3:28

27d ago3:28

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In this episode, Gideon Korrell breaks down the Federal Circuit’s reversal of a $106 million verdict in Colibri Heart Valve LLC v. Medtronic CoreValve, LLC. He explores how Colibri’s reliance on the doctrine of equivalents was shut down by prosecution history estoppel after cancelling a critical claim during patent prosecution.…

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Gideon Korrell Dissects Landmark Ruling in Eye Therapies v. Slayback Pharma 3:37

1M ago3:37

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Gideon Korrell unpacks the Federal Circuit’s reversal in the Eye Therapies v. Slayback Pharma case, emphasizing how prosecution history redefined the meaning of “consisting essentially of.” He explains why the PTAB’s broader interpretation failed and how narrowing claim language during prosecution can critically impact obviousness and enforceabilit…

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Gideon Korrell Talks About In re Forest and the Loss of Patent Term and Provisional Rights 3:20

1M ago3:20

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Gideon Korrell breaks down the In re Forest case, where the court denied patent and provisional rights for an expired application. He explains how this decision reinforces the limits of patent terms and prevents revival of outdated strategies like submarine patents.By gideonkorrell

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Gideon Korrell Breaks Down the Patent Fight Between Ancora and Roku 3:10

2M ago3:10

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Gideon Korrell explains the main points in the Ancora v. Roku case, where the Federal Circuit changed a decision made by the PTAB. He talks about how real-life license deals helped support the patent. This episode is great for anyone interested in patent law.By gideonkorrell

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A daughter's heartbreak: "My father died when an NP missed his pulmonary embolus" 33:17

2M ago33:17

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In this episode of 'Patients at Risk,' Angie Pereira shares the heartbreaking story of losing her father due to a misdiagnosed pulmonary embolism by a nurse practitioner in an after-hours clinic. Despite her father's presenting symptoms of shortness of breath and leg pain, strong family history of blood clots, and normal lung exam, the nurse practi…

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Gideon Korrell Tells How CAFC Curbs Convoyed Sales in Wash World v. Belanger 4:09

2M ago4:09

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Gideon Korrell examines the CAFC’s decision in Wash World v. Belanger, revealing how improper claim construction and flawed conveyed sales damages led to reduced awards. A crucial case study for patent litigators.By gideonkorrell

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AI in Cardiovascular Practice 1:08:28

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Gideon Korrell Tells Why Inherent Anticipation in Sigray v. Zeiss Must Match Entire Claim Scope 3:38

2M ago3:38

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Patent attorney Gideon Korrell breaks down the Federal Circuit's ruling in Sigray v. Zeiss, explaining why inherent anticipation must align with the full claim scope—and how subtle claim construction errors can change the outcome of patent challenges.By gideonkorrell

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BONUS EPISODE: Webinar on NP/ PA Unsupervised Practice of Medicine (UPM) Legislative Trends 38:12

2M ago38:12

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Rebekah Bernard discusses the legislative trends and impacts of allowing non-physician practitioners (NPs and PAs) to practice medicine unsupervised. She highlights the extensive training and hours required for physicians compared to the significantly less training for NPs and PAs. Bernard explains how legislative changes have allowed NPs and PAs t…

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Gideon Korrell Discusses Court’s Move for Retrial in Optis v. Apple 3:51

2M ago3:51

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In this episode, Gideon Korrell explains why the court threw out a $300 million verdict in the Optis v. Apple case. He talks about how the jury form was flawed, why some evidence was unfair, and what this all means for future patent trials.By gideonkorrell

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"My NP education was not designed for independent practice": From RN to NP to Physician 36:25

3M ago36:25

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Dr. Denise Weiss always wanted to be a physician, but circumstances led her into nursing. She earned an associate's degree as a registered nurse, and then became a family nurse practitioner. After several years of practice, she realized that her education had not prepared her for independent practice, and she decided to return to school to become a…

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Gideon Korrell on the $2B Pegasystems Reversal: Trade Secret Law Demands Clarity, Not Guesswork 4:10

3M ago4:10

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Gideon Korrell analyzes the Virginia Supreme Court's startling overturning of a $2 billion ruling in Pegasystems v. Appian. He explains how the decision upholds a crucial trade secret law principle: plaintiffs must clearly identify their secrets rather than making generalizations. Learn how this ruling raises the bar for proving trade secret theft …

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Dolby Loses IPR Appeal Rights: What Gideon Korrell Thinks About the Ruling 5:59

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In Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corp. v. Unified Patents, LLC, No. 23-2110 (Fed. Cir. June 5, 2025). Gideon Korrell provides insight into the Federal Circuit dismissed Dolby’s appeal for lack of Article III standing. Although Dolby had prevailed before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB).By gideonkorrell

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Gideon Korrell Discusses Sigray v. Zeiss Inherent Anticipation Must Match Full Claim Scope 6:51

3M ago6:51

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In this episode, patent law expert Gideon Korrell breaks down the Federal Circuit’s decision in Sigray v. Zeiss, where the court clarified that inherent anticipation must align with the full scope of a patent claim. Korrell explains how the ruling impacts claim interpretation, the role of prior art, and what it means for future PTAB proceedings. A …

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"I have permanent nerve damage after filler by a RN - and the Board of Nursing did nothing about it" 26:14

3M ago26:14

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A patient shares her story of receiving the wrong type of filler into her face by a registered nurse, leading to severe and permanent nerve damage. Francesca explains that the RN, who was in NP school at the time, was not being supervised, and worked in a for-profit clinic owned by a non-physician. While some may argue, "Let the Buyer Beware," Fran…

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Gideon Korrell Explains New Court Rules for Experts After Eco Factor v. Google 9:34

3M ago9:34

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In this episode, Gideon Korrell explains the big court decision in EcoFactor v. Google and how it changes the rules for expert witnesses in patent cases. Gideon Korrell also shares what lawyers should know about the new Rule 702.By gideonkorrell

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Trademark Refusal Highlights Timing, False Connection in Lanham Act Case 4:00

4M ago4:00

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In this episode, Gideon Korrell talks about why the trademark "US SPACE FORCE" was refused. Gideon Korrell breaks down the rules in a simple way, showing why some names can't be used if people think they are connected to the government.By gideonkorrell

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CRISPR Patent Fight: Fed. Circuit Faults PTAB in UC Regents v. Broad Case 8:07

4M ago8:07

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In this episode, we talk about a big court decision in the CRISPR patent fight between the University of California and the Broad Institute. Lawyer and tech expert Gideon Korrell shares why this case matters and how the law needs to keep up with new science.By gideonkorrell

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Target v. U.S.: Federal Circuit Reaffirms Finality in Customs Liquidation Errors 7:09

4M ago7:09

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In this episode, we talk about the court case Target Corp. v. United States and what it means for importers. We also mention expert Gideon Korrell, who explains how technology can help track these decisions better.By gideonkorrell

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AAPA survey claims that physicians support PA independent practice 31:39

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In February 2025, the AAPA published a press release entitled: 'AAPA Releases Survey Showing Physician Support for Removing Barriers to PA Practice.' According to AAPA President Jason Prevelige (DMSc, MBA, PA-C, DFAAPA), the survey proved that, “Physicians recognize the need for change. It’s time to modernize these laws so healthcare teams can focu…

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Gideon Korrell Shares How Law Helps Technology Move Forward 4:26

4M ago4:26

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In this episode, legal expert Gideon Korrell explains how laws help technology grow safely and fairly. He talks about how rules protect new ideas, keep things safe, and make sure everyone has a fair chance. Gideon Korrell shows how laws help build trust in new tech and support inventors.By gideonkorrell

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Gideon Korrell protects business ideas and innovations 4:20

5M ago4:20

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Gideon Korrell helps people protect their business ideas, inventions, and creative work. He works with startups, small businesses, and big companies to register patents, trademarks, and copyrights. He also helps with online protection and legal contracts. Gideon Korrell makes complicated legal things.…

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PA-led Telemedicine ACP Intervention 19:54

5M ago19:54

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Why is advanced care planning so important, and how can PAs make a difference? Tune in to the latest JAAPA podcast episode with guest Christa Cooper to explore the innovative research she and her colleague Jessica Karl conducted on Telemedicine Advanced Care Planning led by Physician Associates. Discover how this approach enhances communication, re…

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New study: 7.4% of EDs are staffed by NP/PAs with NO physician on-site 35:10

5M ago35:10

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Emergency physician Dr. Deborah Fletcher is an author of the first study to evaluate physician presence in Emergency Departments across the country. She discusses the findings, including that 7.4% of all EDs have NO physician on-site, and of those, 3% have no ability for the NP/PA staffing the ED to discuss patient care with a physician. Emergency …

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The Effect of Educational Debt on PA's Specialty Choice 29:16

6M ago29:16

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Recently, a team of researchers at the NCCPA examined the impact of educational debt on PA specialty selection - tune in as we discuss their work as recently published in JAAPA. We know that the decision to specialize is nuanced, involving a PA’s individual goals, experiences in PA school, job availability for each physical location, compensation, …

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CDC considers allowing NP/PAs to read complex x-rays: Pulmonologist explains the dangers 31:34

6M ago31:34

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Pulmonologist / Intensivist Gary Dudek, MD, joins me to discuss the CDC's call for comments regarding allowing nurse practitioners and physician assistants to become National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) 'B Readers'. B-Readers are highly trained radiologists (medical school graduates with at least five years of residency as …

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Regaining Patient Trust: The Importance of Physician Advocacy 30:30

7M ago30:30

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Susan J. Baumgaertel, MD FACP, an internal medicine physician, author, patient advocate, and ally to colleagues discusses how physicians can fight for patients. Trust in physicians has plummeted in the last few years (https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2821693), making it more and more difficult for doctors to do their job…

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What we can learn from legislator questions on scope of practice 26:03

8M ago26:03

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On September 17, 2024, the Texas Senate Health and Human Services Committee held an interim hearing on scope of practice expansion for nurse practitioners and other clinicians. In this third episode related to that hearing, Texas Medical Association (TMA) president Ray Callas MD discusses the importance of physician oversight for nonphysician pract…

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Texas Scope of Practice Hearing Part 2: NP testimony 36:43

9M ago36:43

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In the last episode, you heard some of my testimony at the Texas Interim Legislature hearing on Scope of Practice. Today you're going to hear from a nurse practitioner, Holly Jeffries, who is practicing in rural Texas. Her testimony was particularly impactful and really quite persuasive to legislators. I think it's important to understand the NP po…

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The role of PAs and NPs in Palliative Care 25:24

9M ago25:24

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The American population is aging. In one century, life expectancy in the US rose from 47 to 78. In 2050, 20% of the U.S. population will be older than 65. With this in mind, we must identify ways to improve the quality of the final days of life. In this episode, we explore how the PA profession contributes to palliative care, focusing on symptom ma…

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Scope of Practice testimony at the Texas Legislature: Part 1 (Economic Impact) 26:26

10M ago26:26

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On September 17, 2024, the Texas Senate Health and Human Services Committee held an interim hearing on scope of practice expansion for nurse practitioners and other clinicians. The Texas Medical Association (TMA) invited Rebekah Bernard, MD to testify regarding the economic impact of NP independence. In part 1 of this series, we hear the NP expert …

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Conversation with Influential PA Leaders 38:10

10M ago38:10

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Join our hosts Joe and Kim as they interview three influential leaders in the Physician Associate/Assistant (PA) profession: Jim Cawley, Rick Dehn, and Rod Hooker. These guests have made significant contributions to PA education, research, and workforce development. Join us as we discuss the evolution of the profession since its early days in the 1…

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The blind leading the blind? New NP gets bad advice from other NPs on Facebook 36:33

10M ago36:33

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Christopher Garofolo, MD, unpacks the many errors shared by a more seasoned NP to a brand new NP seeking advice on a Facebook post. Learn more: https://www.amazon.com/Imposter-Doctors-Patients-at-Risk/dp/1627344438/ PhysiciansForPatientProtection.orgBy Rebekah Bernard MD and Niran Al-Agba MD

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PA Week Discussion with the President of AAPA 26:02

11M ago26:02

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HAPPY PA WEEK! To celebrate, AAPA President Jason Prevelige, DMSc, MBA, PA-C, DFAAPA shares with us strategies to leverage advocacy efforts in the PA profession. Our co-hosts also describe the current crisis in healthcare, and discuss the future of the PA profession in a team-based model, the future of modernized PA practice laws, and modern advoca…

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Physician training saved my newborn grandbaby's life: I fear future patients won't have this privilege 28:43

12M ago28:43

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On the last podcast, I interviewed Dr. Anu Shokla who shared her story of her newborn baby being treated for an emergency rapid response by a nurse practitioner who had just rotated with her on the inpatient adult hematology oncology service. After hearing that podcast, Dr. Carol Nelson reached out to share a story of the alternate version: her new…

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"My newborn baby required a rapid response: The NP that showed up had just rotated with me on the adult heme/onc service." 31:38

1y ago31:38

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Primary care physician Anu Shukla shares a personal story about the dangers that patients face when physicians are replaced with nonphysician practitioners. Dr. Shukla's comments on this podcast reflect her views and opinions. She does not speak for or represent her employer. Physiciansforpatientprotection.org patientsatrisk.com PhysiciansForPatien…

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Bloomberg Report Questions NP Education 24:33

1y ago24:33

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In the first of a series 'The Nurse Will See You Now,' Bloomberg reporters investigate concerns about nurse practitioner education. The Miseducation of America’s Nurse Practitioners They don’t merely support doctors—NPs increasingly treat patients independently, including in specialty practices and emergency rooms. When they aren’t well trained, th…

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Dangers of nonphysician ketamine infusions 40:57

1y ago40:57

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There are an estimated 500-750 clinics across the U.S. providing infusions of Ketamine for the treatment of a variety of medical conditions. This is big business, estimated to bring in $3.1 billion per year and projected to rise to 6.9 billion by 2030. But is Ketamine safe and effective? Psychiatrist Kristina Kise, MD discusses the use of ketamine …

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Career Flexibility 43:18

1y ago43:18

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We know that many PAs switch specialties during their career; however, little is known about the PA and employer's experience. Tune in to hear what JAAPA authors, Eliana Ward-Lev, Clair Kuriakose, and Jay Navoa discovered through their research on this topic. To learn more, check out their publication “Career flexibility for PAs: What makes switchi…

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Meet Joe + Discuss the JAAPA article on Esophageal Cancers 23:19

1y ago23:19

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Join us as we welcome the newest JAAPA podcast team member, Joe Harrison. Kim and Martine discuss Joe’s background, interests, and why he joined the podcast. They also discuss their “why” of medicine and “why PA”. Finally, they discuss and summarize an important article by PA Daniel Eisner on esophageal cancers from the April 2024 JAAPA issue. Be s…

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Why Psychiatry Needs Psychiatrists (and not just psych NPs) 42:51

1+ y ago42:51

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Psychiatrists are increasingly being replaced by non-physician practitioners - psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) and physician assistants (PAs). This webinar explains the difference between a psychiatrist and a PMHNP and reviews the evidence regarding unsupervised care of patients with mental illness by non-physicians. Link to …

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Physician Leadership Through Self-Ownership 22:22

1+ y ago22:22

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Over the last decade, as physicians have increasingly turned to employed practice to cope with declining reimbursement and increased administrative requirements, our role in advocacy has diminished. Doctors are afraid to speak out because we fear being fired and losing our livelihoods. But without physician advocacy, corporate interests, academic c…

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Peer Feedback: a tool to improve PA, NP, and physician collaboration and clinical practice. 31:43

1+ y ago31:43

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Constructive feedback can be a valuable tool to help improve working relationships among colleagues. In this episode, Martine, Kim, and Joe are discussing with PAs Alexandra Gallant and Laura Erdman the results of a peer feedback platform that they were able to develop and initiate in their academic hospital system with their research team, aiming …

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Small Democratic Groups (SDG): The solution to reclaim medicine from corporate interests? 29:57

1+ y ago29:57

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Arthur Smolensky, MD describes his experience creating a Small Democratic Group (SDG) to take over emergency department staffing from corporate contract management groups. https://www.linkedin.com/in/arthur-smolensky-719806/ PhysiciansForPatientProtection.orgBy Rebekah Bernard MD and Niran Al-Agba MD

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Exploring Workplace Barriers Faced by Breastfeeding PAs 22:04

1+ y ago22:04

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In this episode, PA Lindsay Nourse speaks with us about the challenges faced by breastfeeding mothers who are physician associates (PAs), highlighting the key findings. The podcast explores how these barriers affect breastfeeding duration and practices among PA mothers and discuss potential improvements in healthcare workplace policies to better su…