Best Medpod Podcasts (2025)

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Lyme Created in a Lab? 'Wild Pregnancies'; Diabetes Program Flopped 12:39

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6d ago12:39

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MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discuss a conspiracy theory about the origins of Lyme disease, ob/gyns' reactions to 'wild pregnancies' and 'freebirths', and the struggles facing a CMS Diabetes Prevention Program. Episo…

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MedPod Learn: A New Era in Medical Podcasts. 31:33

25d ago31:33

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In this conversation, Iain discusses the launch of MedPod Learn, a platform offering a searchable database of curated medical podcasts. He shares insights on the pricing strategy, including user perceptions about value and affordability, and the decision to offer a free trial to encourage subscriptions. Takeaways MedPod Learn offers a searchable da…

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Acknowledgement of Country with Dr Lewis Campbell 18:34

8d ago18:34

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In this short thoughtful episode, we highlight an important Australian tradition: the Acknowledgement of Country. This brief statement, often given at the start of meetings, gatherings, and public events, recognizes the Traditional Custodians of the land, honors their enduring cultural connection to it, and shows respect for Elders past and present…

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New CDC Leadership; The Business of MAHA; Eugenics Enters the Chat 13:10

20d ago13:10

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MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discuss a scoop on new CDC leadership, the different facets of the MAHA empire, and how some see echoes of eugenics in MAHA. Episode produced and hosted by Rachael Robertson. Sound engine…

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Nixed Hormone Therapy Warning; Making GLP-1s Affordable; What Is 'Butt Breathing'? 10:35

1M ago10:35

10:35

MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discuss how the decision to remove the black box warning on menopause hormone therapy products, how and why some GLP-1s will now be covered by Medicare, and new research on butt breathing…

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The Obesity Paradox with Dr Rob Bevan 18:27

2M ago18:27

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In this episode, Peter Brindley interviews Dr. Rob Bevan, past president of the CICM, about the obesity paradox in Intensive Care Units (ICUs). They discuss the surprising observation that overweight ICU patients often show better survival rates than those underweight, despite obesity's known health risks. Dr. Bevan dives into the history and the l…

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Precision Medicine - It may be easier than you think! 31:02

2M ago31:02

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In this episode, Peter and Leon, recording at the College of Intensive Care Medicine's Conference in Tasmania, Australia, discuss advancements in precision medicine with Dr. Pratik Sinha from Washington University in St. Louis. Dr Pratik trained in both Emergency and Intensive Care Medicine, but only works clinically as an intensivist. He runs a re…

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MedPod Today: MedPod Today: CDC Cuts; Illicit Weight-Loss Drugs; Unnecessary Spine Surgeries 11:53

2M ago11:53

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MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discuss how the reductions-in-force at CDC and the surrounding chaos, FDA’s crackdown on the unapproved weight-loss drug retatrutide, and which hospitals are performing the most, unnecess…

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Mystery Guest - Dr Smith and the future of Critical Care Medicine. 43:40

2M ago43:40

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In this episode of the Critical Care Commute podcast, Dr. Smith discusses the multifaceted future of critical care medicine, touching on economic, political, and technological challenges. The conversation delves into the role of artificial intelligence in enhancing healthcare, the importance of clinician well-being, and the need for a human touch i…

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MedPod Today: Shutdown Explainer; Paid Expert Witness Ethics; RFK Jr.'s CDC Advisor 11:18

3M ago11:18

11:18

MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discuss how the government shutdown may affect healthcare, the debate on whether physician paid expert witnesses can ever be truly impartial, and what we know about HHS Secretary Robert F…

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The Power of Kindness 20:40

3M ago20:40

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The Power of Kindness in Healthcare: A Conversation with Dr. Suzanne Crowe. In this episode, Peter Brindley and Leon Byker speaks with Dr. Suzanne Crowe, pediatric intensivist and president of the Medical College of Ireland, at the College of Intensive Care meeting in Tasmania, 2025. They explore the significant impact of kindness on patient outcom…

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Remote River Rescue: A Story of Triumph in Tasmania 32:21

3M ago32:21

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Join Peter Brindley and Leon Byker as they host David Bertoni, an ED physician and ECMO clinical lead, and Jorian 'Joe' Kippax, a trauma specialist and reservist, for an incredible story of a remote river rescue in Tasmania. The team responds to a distress call from a trapped rafting party in the Franklin River, one of Tasmania's most remote and fo…

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MedPod Today: RFK Jr. Rundown; Florida Axes Vax Mandates; New Cardiology Research 11:51

4M ago11:51

11:51

MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discuss the latest RFK Jr. news, Florida's announcement it would end vaccine mandates, and the top research from the European Society of Cardiologyannual meeting. Episode produced and hos…

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Sepsis Updated: Prof Mervyn Singer, Author of Sepsis 3.0 26:32

4M ago26:32

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In this episode, we welcome Professor Mervyn Singer, author of Sepsis 3.0. Sepsis remains one of the most complex and deadly conditions in critical care. In this conversation,Professor Singer shares his perspectives on the shifting landscape of sepsis treatment, the role of antibiotics, steroids, metabolic interventions, and the future ofprecision …

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MedPod Today: CDC Shooting; Diet Guidance Retractions; Political Control of Grants 13:39

4M ago13:39

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MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discuss how the public health community is responding to the shooting at CDC, why nutrition and obesity experts are worried about upcoming dietary guidelines, and how an executive order p…

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Long Term Outcomes after ICU, CPR, and Cardiogenic Shock 24:32

5M ago24:32

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Dr. Shannon Fernando is an intensivist at Lakeridge Health and a prolific researcher with over 150 publications. Known for his work in outcomes-based research across critical care, he joins us to discuss long-term outcomes after cardiogenic shock. About the Episode: This episode is part of our cardiovascular critical care series and explores what h…

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MedPod Today: More HHS Personnel Changes; MMWR Slowdown; 'Expert Panels' 13:05

5M ago13:05

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MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discuss an FDA official's abrupt exit and the future of USPSTF, a major publishing slowdown at MMWR, and why FDA's so-called 'expert panels' are raising red flags. Episode produced and ho…

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MedPod Today: Trans Healthcare Targeted; OTC Ivermectin; Low-Key BBB Provisions 12:09

5M ago12:09

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MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discuss how the federal government has been targeting gender-affirming care for youth, which states have passed laws making ivermectin available over-the-counter (OTC), and highlight some…

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Cardiogenic Shock: The SCAI Classification with Dr. Emilie Belley-Côté. 19:57

5M ago19:57

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In this episode, recorded live at CCCF 2024, we sit down with Dr. Emilie Belley-Côté, a cardiac intensivist, researcher, and clinical trialist from McMaster University, to unpack cardiogenic shock: the SCAI classification. Whether you're in the ED, cath lab, or ICU, the SCAI (Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions) stages offer a …

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Psychedelics: Is it time to change your mind? With Dr James Downer. 17:16

6M ago17:16

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In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. James Downar, a leading Canadian voice in palliative and critical care, for a wide-ranging discussion on the emerging role of psychedelics in managing psychological and existential distress. Psychedelics have gone from fringe to forefront in recent years, and we dig into what that shift might mean for patients f…

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MedPod Today: A New ACIP; Diabetes Meeting Update; USMLE Score Creep 13:32

6M ago13:32

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MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discuss the first day of the of CDC's vaccine advisors, interesting from ADA, and unpacking on the USMLE Step 2. Episode produced and hosted by Rachael Robertson. Sound engineering by Gre…

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Ischemia Reperfusion Syndrome with Prof. Mervyn Singer 21:04

6M ago21:04

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Recorded live at the Canadian Critical Care Forum 2024 in Toronto, this episode dives into the complex world of ischemia-reperfusion syndrome — the paradox where restoring blood flow causes further injury. We explore the underlying mechanisms, clinical implications, and future directions in managing this phenomenon. Joining us for the third time is…

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MedPod Today: ACIP Firings; Goodbye, Benadryl? Practice-Changing ASCO Studies 12:53

7M ago12:53

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MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discuss at ACIP, whether it's time to say , and highlight some from ASCO. Episode produced and hosted by Rachael Robertson. Sound engineering by Greg Laub. Reporting this week by are Kris…

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MedPod Today: Alzheimer's Blood Test; Vax Claims Debunked; Top GLP-1 for Weight Loss 13:09

7M ago13:09

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MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discuss the first FDA-approved , HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s about , which GLP-1 receptor agonist has the . Episode produced and hosted by Rachael Robertson. Sound engineering b…

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If It Goes by Air, Should a Doctor Not Be There? Pre-Hospital Care with Dr. Mike Christian 30:05

8M ago30:05

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Dr. Mike Christian is a critical care and pre-hospital medicine specialist with extensive experience in aeromedical transport and military medicine. His diverse career spans work as a paramedic, internal medicine and critical care training, and roles as a flight physician with London Air Ambulance and the Canadian military. He is a leading advocate…

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MedPod Today: Makary Interview; DEI Order Targets Medical Education; HICPAC Ends 13:51

8M ago13:51

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MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discuss our editor-in-chief Jeremy Faust's with FDA Commissioner Marty Makary, Trump's executive order , and how HICPAC's days was axed. Episode produced and hosted by Rachael Robertson. …

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Gender-Based Harassment in the Medical Workplace: Insights from Dr. Elizabeth Viglianti 32:43

8M ago32:43

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In this episode, hosts Leon Byker and Peter Brindley are joined by Dr. Elizabeth Viglianti, an assistant professor at the University of Michigan, Pulmonologist and Critical Care Specialist, to discuss the crucial issue of gender based harassment in medicine. Gender-Based Harassment refers to any unwelcome behavior, comment, or conduct that demeans,…

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MedPod Today: DOJ's Med Journal Letters; Supreme Court Hears ACA Case; More HHS 11:10

8M ago11:10

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MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discuss letters the , a Supreme Court case that could change what services the , and how the team behind a was axed. Episode produced and hosted by Rachael Robertson. Sound engineering by…

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MedPod Today: Inside HHS Cuts; Immigrant HCPs at Risk; Tariffs' Impact on Healthcare 14:57

9M ago14:57

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MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discuss the fallout from major , a study on how many immigrant HCPs under Trump, and how sweeping tariffs . Episode produced and hosted by Rachael Robertson. Sound engineering by Greg Lau…

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Optimizing Antibiotics with Prof. Wendy Sligl. 30:07

9M ago30:07

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We take another break as we are joined by Prof. Wendy Sligl, formidable ID and ICU doc, to discuss the critical topic of optimizing antibiotic prescribing in critical care settings. The discussion covers various aspects of antibiotic use, including the importance of timely administration, the role of communication in ensuring effective treatment, a…

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MedPod Today: Hospital Hoarded Corpses; Washington Rundown; Match Day Trends 14:07

9M ago14:07

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MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discuss the disturbing story of a hospital their loved ones had died, as well as the latest and Episode produced and hosted by Rachael Robertson. Sound engineering by Greg Laub. Our guest…

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The Present and Future of eCPR with Dr Darryl Abrams 29:14

9M ago29:14

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Following the discussion on ECLS in AMI and cardiogenic shock, we go on to discuss eCPR for cardiac arrest specifically. This episode was recorded live at the Critical Care Canada Forum 2024 as part of our special series on cardiac intensive care. Our guest is Dr. Darryl Abrams, Associate Medical Director and Director of Research for the Medical EC…

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Extracorporeal Support in Cardiogenic Shock - A Look at the Evidence with Dr Sean van Diepen 22:37

10M ago22:37

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In this episode, recorded live at the Critical Care Canada Forum in Toronto, we dive into extracorporeal life support (ECLS) in cardiogenic shock, with Dr Sean van Diepen. He is an Associate Professor at the University of Alberta, Co-Director of the CCU at the Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute, and a leading voice in cardiac critical care. Join u…

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MedPod Today: This Week's Top D.C. Healthcare News 14:15

10M ago14:15

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MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discuss the deluge of healthcare news updates out of Washington from the past month. Episode produced and hosted by Rachael Robertson. Sound engineering by Greg Laub. Our guests this week…

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Combat Medicine: Universal Lessons for the Battlefield and Civilian Streets with Major General Tim Hodgetts CB CBE KHS DL 44:06

10M ago44:06

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We’re taking a break from our Cardiac Critical Care series to bring you a conversation with one of the most influential figures in medicine. Peter had the huge privilege of interviewing Major General Tim Hodgetts, the recently retired, most senior medical advisor in the UK forces. Hodgetts shares his remarkable journey in transforming emergency med…

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Refractory Cardiac Arrest - A Clinical Practice Update with Dr Rebecca Mathew 25:17

11M ago25:17

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Recorded live at the Critical Care Canada Forum 2024, this episode is part of our special Cardiac ICU Series. Dr. Rebecca Mathew, cardiologist and critical care specialist at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute, joins us to discuss the latest refractory cardiac arrest practice updates, including antiarrhythmic drugs, defibrillation strategies,…

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MedPod Today: Healthcare Policy in the Second Trump Administration 8:41

11M ago8:41

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MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discuss the deluge of healthcare news updates from the first few weeks of the second Trump presidency. Episode produced and hosted by Rachael Robertson. Sound engineering by Greg Laub. Ou…

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Clinical Practice Update on Optimal Post Cardiac Arrest and Refractory Cardiac Arrest Patient Care with Dr Janek Senaratne. 29:38

11M ago29:38

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Welcome to our first episode in a series on Cardiac Intensive Care, recorded live at the Critical Care Canada Forum 2024. We kick off by looking at the latest Clinical Practice Update on post cardiac arrest care and refractory cardiac arrest. The "Canadian Cardiovascular Society/Canadian Cardiovascular Critical Care Society/Canadian Association of …

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MedPod Today: 'Medical Freedom'; More Private Equity Harms; USMLE Cheating Scandal 11:29

11M ago11:29

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MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discuss the growing 'medical freedom' movement, another way that private equity harms patients, and the latest updates on the USMLE cheating scandal . Episode produced and hosted by Racha…

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How We Think, How We Communicate - Where are we Going? 24:07

12M ago24:07

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Recorded live at the Toronto Critical Care Canada Forum, this episode features a conversation with Prof. Derek Angus, Professor at the University of Pittsburgh, senior editor at JAMA, and Vice Chair of Innovation. We discuss the evolution of healthcare systems, the art of decision-making, the role of AI, and how to inspire the next generation of cl…

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Code Green or Code Greed? Dr John Kellum 33:03

1y ago33:03

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Health Economics 101: "Code Green - How the big lie in health care affects us all." Prof. John Kellum, is a Professor of Critical Care Nephrology and now provocative author! Join us as he talks to us about his book: "Code Green - How the Big Lie in Healthcare Affects Us All." Conflict Declaration: The hosts and producers of this podcast declare no …

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MedPod Today: CEO Murder Shows Industry Risks; RFK Jr. Conspiracies; Gold Card Laws 13:50

1y ago13:50

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MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discuss how the murder of United Healthcare’s CEO raised questions about the risks healthcare leadership faces, RFK Jr. health-related conspiracies, and 'gold card' laws. Episode produced…

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Hyperbaric Medicine: A Deep Dive with Dr Jeff Kerrie 30:33

1y ago30:33

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In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of Hyperbaric medicine with Dr. Jeff Kerrie, a Hyperbaric specialist from British Columbia, Canada. Dr. Kerrie takes us through the science, history, and practical applications of Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) as we explore the approved indications, physiological effects, and logistics of manag…

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Critical Care in Australasia: A Past Presidential Address and a Devil of a Good Time Expected in Tasmania 30:38

1y ago30:38

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In this episode, Peter Brindley and Leon Byker sit down with Dr. Rob Bevan, immediate past president of the College of Intensive Care Medicine (CICM) and Critical Care Director at Auckland City Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand. Dr. Bevan shares his journey through leadership in intensive care, the role of intensive care colleges, and the evolution o…

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MedPod Today: What Happens to Healthcare Under Trump? 11:21

1y ago11:21

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MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discuss what happens to healthcare under Trump, including what actions he'll take and how he'll handle the Federal Trade Commission. Episode produced and hosted by Rachael Robertson. Soun…

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MedPod Today: Upcoding Concerns; COVID Vax Recs; Med School Credit for Parenting 11:07

1y ago11:07

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MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discussallegations of a toxic work environment at the University of Virginia, new recommendations for additional COVID vaccines for older adults, and how some medical schools are giving c…

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A Moral Code: Ethical Dilemmas in Medicine 32:35

1y ago32:35

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We are back for another episode of our medical podcast, which we hope isn't really a podcast about medicine, but a podcast about life, death, dilemma, the challenges, and sometimes the joys of medicine. But what gets us going at Anamnesis isn’t that black and white discussion of medicine, but the parts of medicine that are gray. It’s what makes med…

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Coping with dying and saying what needs to be heard: Elliot Sprague 43:35

1y ago43:35

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Coping with dying and saying what needs to be heard: Elliot Sprague Introduction:In this emotional episode, Peter Brindley, Leon Byker, and Elliot Sprague revisit Elliot’s journey with metastatic cancer, a year after his initial appearance on the podcast, Elliot reflects on the impact of living with a terminal illness, sharing life lessons, and off…

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MedPod Today: Med Ed Drama; Chiropractic in Academia; MA 'Extra Benefits' Worth It? 15:01

1y ago15:01

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MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discussa medical education rundown, the first doctor of chiropractic program, and why MedPAC is questioning the value of 'extra benefits'. Episode produced and hosted by Rachael Robertson…

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Ferguson and Scales on Research and Conferences 24:44

1y ago24:44

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Damon Scales and Dr. Niall Ferguson at the Canadian Critical Care Forum. We dive into a little bit of ARDS and spend a whole lot of time talking about the evolving landscape of conferences and critical care research. Tune in for insights from two leaders in the field!…