Best Compass Navigating Healthcare Podcasts (2025)

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Flipping the Table: When the Hosts Become the Guests 28:08

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In a special edition of The Lebanese Physicians Podcast recorded in Beirut at the Lebanese Hospital Geitaoui, the mic gets turned around! Cynthia Abi Khalil, Director of Nursing at Lebanese Hospital Geitaoui, and Antoine Saab, Healthcare Quality expert at the same institution, take over the hosting duties and flip the table on us. This time, Mohamm…

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Beyond Vital Signs: Healing Through Human Connection with Dr. Stephen DeMeo 31:05

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Send us a text What happens when physicians feel more like data entry specialists than healers? In this deeply reflective conversation, neonatologist Dr. Stephen DeMeo reveals how rediscovering meaningful human connections can transform both patient care and physician well-being. The NICU offers a unique healthcare environment where cutting-edge cr…

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Episode 10 - Sleep, Insomnia & the Truth About Rest 33:39

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Still staring at the ceiling at 2am? It’s time to stop patching and start healing. In this eye-opening episode, Adele and Sam break down: 🧠 Why sleep is your brain’s detox system - and how insomnia messes with memory, mood, and long-term health 💤 The truth about REM vs. non-REM - and how your glymphatic system clears toxins overnight 🚫 Why sleep me…

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Is ADHD Medication Key to Reducing CRIME and SUICIDAL BEHAVIOUR? 37:13

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In this episode of 'Stories, Labels and Misconceptions,' Dr. Jeremy Anderson explores the wider life benefits of ADHD medication, particularly the impact on reducing suicidal behaviours, substance misuse, accidental injuries, transport accidents, and criminality. The discussion is based on a recent study published in the British Medical Journal, re…

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Bonus Episode: AI for Patient Billing — Real-World Tools, Results & Strategies 49:20

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In this bonus episode of Leaders in Medical Billing, we’re bringing you the full replay of our most recent, live webinar: AI for Patient Billing. Hosted by Chanie Gluck, this session features a deep dive into how artificial intelligence is transforming one of the most overlooked — and increasingly critical — parts of the revenue cycle. You’ll hear …

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Episode 9 - How we Resource ourselves during Trauma Part 2: Growth Resources - Your Toolkit for Long-Term Resilience 35:07

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Episode 9: How we Resource ourselves during Trauma Part 2: Growth Resources — Your Toolkit for Long-Term Resilience Ready to stop stress spirals before they start? This episode is your roadmap. Adele and Sam unpack: 🌱 What growth resources are — and why they’re different from survival coping 🧘‍♀️ How practices like breathwork, movement & meditation…

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Are Universities FAILING Their Students in MENTAL HEALTH Support?" & SEX AFTER 60: What’s the SECRET Behind GROWING Interest?" 40:01

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In this episode of 'Stories, Labels, and Misconceptions,' hosts Val Barrett and Dr. Jeremy Anderson tackle two compelling stories. Dr. Anderson discusses the rising mental health issues among university students, questioning why diagnoses like ADHD and autism are becoming more common, and exploring the stresses of university life post-COVID. Val Ba…

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Resilient Health Systems: Lessons from Lebanon’s Crisis Response with Bouchra Abou Abbas 35:14

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How can a nation’s health system withstand the compounded pressures of a pandemic, a severe economic crisis, and the impact of various wars? In this episode, we speak with Bouchra Abou Abbas, a healthcare consultant in Lebanon, about the country’s journey through COVID-19 and the road ahead. We explore the systemic weaknesses these crises laid bare…

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S2Ep6 Cancerversaries From a Stage 4 CRC Care Partner Perspective 16:31

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This episode is about cancerversaries, as Kristine just surpassed her 4th cancerversary (it's on her birthday). It's from my perspective as a care partner - what I've learned and hopefully things that are helpful. I'm very fortunate that Kristine has reached this important milestone and hoping for many, many more. Colorectal cancer (CRC), particula…

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Episode 8 - How we Resource ourselves during Trauma Part 1: Survival Mode vs. Real Healing 35:35

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Episode 8: How we Resource Ourselves during Trauma Part 1: Survival Mode vs. Real Healing If you’re coping, not thriving — this one’s for you. In this episode, Adele and Sam unpack: ⚠️ What “survival resources” really are — and why they’re keeping you stuck 🧠 Polyvagal theory explained: how your nervous system drives fight, flight, freeze & fawn 🚩 …

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REFRAMING ISSUES-"Is Social Prescribing the FUTURE of Healthcare SOLUTIONS?" 48:56

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In this episode of 'Stories, Labels, and Misconceptions,' hosts Val Barrett and Dr. Jeremy Anderson explore the concept of reframing to address various societal issues. From discussing innovative approaches like prescribing home heating to combat hospitalisation to the role of cognitive reframing in psychotherapy, the episode delves into how changi…

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Stop Working Yourself to Death: A New Path Beyond Burnout with Scott Anderson 27:25

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Send us a text Burnout recovery expert Scott Anderson shares counterintuitive approaches to overcome physician burnout and find a sustainable path to high achievement without sacrificing wellbeing. • Burnout involves oscillating between hypervigilance and avoidance, similar to patterns seen in PTSD • Traditional approaches like vacations and sabbat…

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AI for Health: Innovating Lebanon’s Future with Dr. Sandy Rihana 39:46

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Podcast Title: "AI for Health: Innovating Lebanon’s Future with Dr. Sandy Rihana" Podcast Description: Join us in a compelling conversation with Dr. Sandy Rihana, Head of Biomedical Engineering at USEK in Lebanon, as we explore the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence in healthcare. From the global frameworks developed by the WHO to …

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Episode 7 - Core Beliefs - The Hidden Rules Running Your Life 29:06

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Episode 7: Core Beliefs — The Hidden Rules Running Your Life By age 7, your brain wrote a rulebook. The problem? You’re still living by it. In this powerful episode, Adele and Sam explore: 🧠 What core beliefs really are — and how they secretly shape your choices 👶 How childhood experiences wire deep beliefs about safety, love, and worth 📉 How traum…

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BEYOND EMPATHY: "Is COMPASSION More Effective Than EMPATHY in Healthcare?" 51:38

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In this episode of 'Stories, Labels, and Misconceptions,' hosts Val Barrett and Dr. Jeremy Anderson explore the complex role of empathy in healthcare. They delve into the arguments presented in Paul Bloom's book 'Against Empathy,' discussing the distinctions between cognitive and emotional empathy and the importance of compassion in providing consi…

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Treating Eating Disorders with Compassion and Science with Carine El Khazen Hadati 43:47

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In this compelling episode, we sit down with Dr. Carine El Khazen Hadati, clinical psychologist and director of the Eating and Weight Disorder Program at the American Center for Psychiatry and Neurology. A leading expert in the Middle East, Dr. El Khazen shares her insights on the prevalence, diagnosis, and treatment of eating disorders across the …

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S2Ep5 Gut Reactions: The Importance of a Dietitian, pt 2 28:58

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This episode is the 2nd of a 2 parter! Listen to S2Ep4 for the 1st part of this 2 part podcast. Lora Silver, MS, RDN, CSO, CDN, CNSC an oncology dietitian from Yale Smilow Cancer Center joined me in a conversation about why it's important to have a dietitian on your care team. Food is complicated in all cancers, but particularly CRC. And there is a…

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Episode 6 - Why Compassion is the Game-Changer in Trauma Therapy 28:01

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Episode 6: Why Compassion is the Game-Changer in Trauma Therapy Forget the “tough it out” approach — real trauma healing starts with compassion. In this heartfelt episode, Adele and Sam explore: 💔 Why trauma survivors carry shame, fear, and self-blame 🧘‍♀️ How compassion-based therapy creates safety and actually works 🌱 The power of mindfulness, lo…

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Diversifying Your Billing Teams with Scott Delmarr 31:00

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In this episode of Leaders in Medical Billing, Chanie Gluck sits down with Scott Delmarr, President of Congress Billing, to explore how substance use and behavioral health providers can take back control of their revenue cycle. With a background in forensic accounting and a deep understanding of the behavioral health landscape, Scott shares his jou…

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Stop Comparing, Start Leading with Dr. Maha Mohamad, MD 12:48

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Send us a text Dr. Maha Mohamad returns to discuss authentic leadership strategies for women physicians, challenging the stereotype that women should remain silent and hold space. We explore how vulnerability enhances credibility and effectiveness as leaders when balanced with confidence, sharing personal examples from parenting and patient care. •…

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Episode 5 - PTSD Isn’t What You Think 43:26

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Episode 5: PTSD Isn’t What You Think PTSD isn’t just “mental health” — it’s your brain’s survival system on overdrive. In this raw and real episode, Adele and Sam unpack: 🧠 The difference between PTSD and PTS — and why it matters ⚠️ What trauma actually does to your brain (think amygdala hijack & hippocampus shutdown) 🔥 Why PTSD symptoms feel like …

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How Doctors Grow: Empathy, Burnout & the Human Side of Medicine 28:17

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What does it truly mean to grow as a doctor, not just in skill, but in humanity? In this powerful episode, Dr. Tarek Souaid joins us to discuss his book How Doctors Grow and reflect on the emotional journey of becoming a physician. From the high-stakes environment of the Cleveland Clinic to the quiet moments that shaped his empathy, Dr. Souaid open…

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S2 Ep4 - Chew on This: The Importance of a Dietitian on Your Care Team 28:54

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This episode is a 2 parter! Lora Silver, MS, RDN, CSO, CDN, CNSC an oncology dietitian from Yale Smilow Cancer Center joined me in a conversation about why it's important to have a dietitian on your care team. Food is complicated in all cancers, but particularly CRC. And there is a lot of misinformation out there about it. Join me in learning how d…

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HEALTH INEQUALITIES PART 6: "A Call To ACTION-COMMONSENSE SOLUTIONS, The Final Chapter on HEALTH INEQUALITIES 56:01

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Join hosts Val Barrett and Dr. Jeremy Anderson in the final chapter of their health inequality series. In this episode, they dive into common sense solutions to address health disparities in income, ethnicity, gender, education, and geography. Reflecting on past episodes, they discuss the importance of affordable housing, employment, prevention ove…

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Leading From Within with Dr. Maha Mohamad, MD 10:56

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Send us a text Dr. Mohamad shares her journey as a physician leader, highlighting the delicate balance between micromanaging and providing autonomy. We discuss how building trust with team members creates the foundation for effective leadership while maintaining professional standards and clear expectations. • Finding the balance between profession…

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Episode 4 - Triaging Stress & Reclaiming Your Health 37:49

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Episode 4: Triaging Stress & Reclaiming Your Health Feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or like your body’s screaming at you? This one’s for you. Adele and Sam break down: 🧠 How chronic stress hijacks your brain, body, and even your genes 📊 The Five Pillars of Health: biochemistry, nutrition, emotional health, environment & epigenetics 💥 Cortisol belly…

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HEALTH INEQUALITIES PART 5: "The STATE of the NHS- A Look at Lord Darzi REPORT 2024"" 50:28

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In this fifth part of the health inequality series, Val Barrett and Dr. Jeremy Anderson discuss the 2024 Lord Darzi Report on the state of the NHS. They review historical reports such as the Black Report (1980), Acheson Report (1998), and others to highlight persisting health inequalities and systemic issues within the NHS. The discussion explores …

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Beyond Billing: Culture, Compassion, and Coaching with Davia Ward 29:19

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In this episode of Leaders in Medical Billing, Chanie Gluck welcomes Davia Award, founder of Healthcare Partners Consulting & Billing (HPC), to share her extraordinary journey from a small-town biller to a national force in mental health RCM. With over 37 years in the industry, Davia is reshaping how billing companies operate—through empathy-driven…

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Reprogramming Immunity: Unlocking CAR-NK Cells with Dr. Hind Rafei 26:51

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In this episode, Dr. Hind Rafei dives into the cutting-edge world of CAR-NK cell therapy and its potential to revolutionize cancer treatment. Unlike their T-cell counterparts, CAR-NK cells promise enhanced safety and innate tumor-killing ability. But what if their power could be dialed up even further? Dr. Rafei discusses her team's groundbreaking …

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47: Ep 047 - Building Agile HR Strategies for Middle East’s Dynamic Workforce 29:10

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In this insightful greytFM episode, Kunal Wadhwani, Former CHRO at Choithrams, delves into the evolving role of HR in building agility across organizations in the Middle East. Kunal shares expert insights on what agility truly means in an HR context and why it’s critical for navigating complexities such as nationalization goals, while simultaneousl…

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Episode 3 - Perfectionism, Shame & Stress — The Toxic Trio 40:28

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Episode 3: Perfectionism, Shame & Stress — The Toxic Trio Think perfectionism is about high standards? Think again. In this episode, Adele and Sam expose the real drivers behind perfectionism: 🔁 The shame cycle keeping you stuck 🧠 Cognitive distortions that fuel stress 😣 How perfectionism can become an addiction 💥 The cost: burnout, anxiety, and di…

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Episode 2 - Good vs. Bad Stress 27:44

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Episode 2: Good Stress vs. Bad Stress Not all stress is bad — but too much of the wrong kind is. In this episode, Adele and Sam unpack: ⚡ The difference between healthy stress and toxic stress 🧠 How your HPA axis and cortisol hijack your sleep, energy, and immunity 🔥 Hans Selye’s 3 stages of stress: Alarm → Resistance → Exhaustion 🌿 Practical ways …

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Episode 1 - Introduction to this Podcast 23:51

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5 Things We Said in Episode 1 That Most Therapists Won’t Tell You 👀 Not your average therapist talk. Here’s what we laid down in Episode 1 of Naked Insights: Healing is a learning journey – We don’t just sit back and “hold space.” We believe you need skills, education, and a plan. You deserve to know how you're healing, not just hope that you are. …

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HEALTH INEQUALITIES Part 4B-REPORTS that shaped HEALTH: An UNFINISHED JOURNEY 46:27

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In this episode of 'Stories, Labels, and Misconceptions,' hosts Val Barrett and Dr. Jeremy Anderson continue their series on health inequality. They delve into several key reports, including the Black Report, the Acheson Report, and the Marmot Review, discussing their findings and the actions (or lack thereof) taken by various governments. The conv…

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Unfinished Stories: Dr. Marie Nakhoul on Memory, Medicine, and the Meaning of Home 25:51

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Dr. Marie Nakhoul reflects on growing up in Lebanon, the emotional complexities of migration, and how her work as an OBGYN in the U.S. deepens her understanding of grief, memory, and identity. A powerful conversation on belonging, nostalgia, and writing as a way to return home. From the smells of her childhood village to the silence of clinical spa…

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What I wish I knew a long time ago, particularly when it comes to medicine: Leading with self-awareness 11:46

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Send us a text We explore the essential yet often overlooked foundation of physician leadership: knowing yourself. Dr. Maha Mohamad and Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque dispel the "I was born ready" myth that permeates medicine, discussing how physicians are expected to lead without formal training. • Leadership must begin with self-knowledge about personality…

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HEALTH INEQUALITIES Part 4A (2010–2020): HEALTH REPORTS, the SAME OLD TUNE and POLITICAL INACTION 1:16:05

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In this episode of 'Stories, Labels, and Misconceptions,' hosts Val Barrett and Dr. Jeremy Anderson continue their health inequality series, focusing on why awareness alone hasn't driven actionable change. They dissect past reports, including the 2010 Marmot Review, the 2017 Race Disparity Audit, and the 2020 follow-up Health Foundation report. The…

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RCM Growth Strategy: Scaling from $15M to $50M with David Strand 28:47

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In this episode of Leaders in Medical Billing, Chanie Gluck speaks with David Strand, CEO of UnisLink and former COO of the Cleveland Clinic and Alina Health. David brings over 30 years of cross-sector healthcare leadership—from payers to providers to startups—and now leads UnisLink, a fast-growing RCM company backed by Riverside Partners. David di…

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46: Ep 046 - Beyond the Checklist: Personalizing DEIB Strategies for Real Impact 26:42

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In this inspiring greytFM episode, Joanne Lockwood, Inclusive Culture Expert, shares powerful perspectives and actionable strategies on how organizations can move Beyond the Checklist when it comes to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). While DEIB often features prominently on corporate agendas, the conversation in this episode shif…

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HEALTH INEQUALITIES Part 3 – WHO GETS LEFT BEHIND? Health Inequalities by RACE, DISABILITY, and CLASS 53:55

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In this thought-provoking episode of 'Stories, Labels, Misconceptions', co-hosts Val Barrett and Dr. Jeremy Anderson dive into the pressing issue of health inequalities. Exploring the insights from episodes one and two, they dissect how race, disability, and class shape health outcomes in the UK. From the alarming disparities faced by Black women i…

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45: Ep 045 - Ethical Use of AI in HR 30:09

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In this thought-provoking podcast episode, Pranam S Karpur, Lead – AI Value Transformation at Genpact, delves into the ethical dimensions of AI adoption in HR. While much has been said about the transformative power of AI in enhancing HR functions, this conversation turns the spotlight on the importance of establishing strong guardrails to ensure r…

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Episode 124: Inside the Chest: NodeAI and the Future of Endobronchial Ultrasound 19:48

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Wael Hanna, thoracic surgeon and founder of NodeAI, a pioneering startup transforming the evaluation of mediastinal lymph nodes through artificial intelligence. Dr. Hanna shares the inspiration behind NodeAI, the clinical problem it aims to solve, and how its cutting-edge platform helps stratify lymph node mali…

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S2E3 - The Importance of Exercise to Cancer Patients (and how care partners can help too) 16:35

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Here are links to some of the information talked about in the episode: Research: - MSK article (April 2025) on exercise as cancer therapy - MSK article (Jan 2017) on cancer patients being less active - ASCO25 press release about the international CHALLENGE trial where early stage colorectal patients who had an exercise "coach" and exercised regular…

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Navigating Change: Dr. Una’s Roadmap for Physician Innovation 38:53

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Send us a text Dr. Una, founder of EntreMD, shares her journey from pediatrician to physician entrepreneur, revealing how doctors can rediscover autonomy and fulfillment through business skills. She explains how a moment of clarity in 2016 sparked her mission to help 100,000 physicians transform their professional lives and rewrite the narrative ar…

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Taking a Consultative Approach to RCM with Kem Tolliver 27:27

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In this episode of Leaders in Medical Billing, Chanie Gluck sits down with Kem Tolliver, President & CEO of Medical Revenue Cycle Specialists and co-host of the RevDive podcast. Kem shares her journey from medical receptionist to a nationally recognized healthcare consultant and educator. She introduces her 4-quadrant revenue cycle model, designed …

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HEALTH INEQUALITIES Part 2-BRIDGING The HEALTH DIVIDE: TACKLING The Social DETERMINANTS OF HEALTH 56:53

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In this episode of 'Stories, Labels, and Misconceptions,' Val Barrett and Dr Jeremy Anderson continue their Health Inequality series by exploring the Social Determinants of Health. Discussing factors like education, economic stability, neighbourhood environments, and access to healthcare, they dive deep into how these social factors influence healt…

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Episode 123: Advancing Healthcare Quality in Lebanon – A Conversation with Maysaa Jaafar 29:32

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In this insightful episode, we sit down with Maysaa Jaafar, President of the Lebanese Society for Quality and Safety in Healthcare (LSQSH), to explore the remarkable journey of the society since its inception. Maysaa shares the story behind the establishment of LSQSH, shedding light on the visionaries and healthcare professionals who came together …

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S2Ep2 Home Is Where the Healthcare Is (Sometimes) 16:32

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This episode is called Home is Where the Healthcare Is (Sometimes). In October 2024, my incredible Kristine (💙💙) had a major surgery - CRS/HIPEC. Over the last few months, she has had some temporary members added to her care team. In this episode, I talk about the importance of a nutritionist, home wound care nurse, and a home physical therapist. *…

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HEALTH INEQUALITIES Part 1- The SILENT DIVIDE: What is HEALTH INEQUALITIES? 1:04:04

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Join Val Barrett and Dr. Jeremy Anderson in the first episode of their six-part series on health inequalities in the UK. They delve into the definition of health, the evolution of its understanding, and how social determinants like income, postcode, and education influence health outcomes. They discuss the concept of deprivation, its impact on heal…

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44: Ep 044 - Mastering Appraisal Conversations: HR’s Role in Compassion, Communication and Employee Growth 20:49

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Tune in to this insightful podcast as Aysha Sulaiman, Director of Human Resources and Development at Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ), unpacks the critical role HR plays after performance reviews conclude. In this episode, Aysha dives deep into mastering appraisal conversations—focusing on how HR can bring compassion, clarity, and purpose to th…