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Episode 72: Opioid Crisis Mini-Series - Tackling the Opioid Mini-Crisis Through Policy

Tune in to our conversation with Dr. Keith Humphreys, Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University, as we explore the ever-evolving landscape of the opioid crisis, gaining valuable insights into its current state and its intricate challenges. Uncover the critical importance of embracing nuance and complexity in crafting effective policy and healthcare interventions. Dr. Humphreys shines a spotlight on the pervasive stigma surrounding addiction and unveil potent strategies to address the opioid crisis comprehensively, from prevention through to treatment. Plus, discover the pivotal role of responsible prescription opioid disposal in curbing this epidemic.
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Episode 71: Hot Topics Mini-Series: Diabetes Unpacked - Myths, Facts, and Tips

Tune in as we engage in a conversation with Dr. David Maahs, who is a Professor of Pediatrics and Division Chief of Pediatric Endocrinology at Stanford University and the Lucile Packard Children's Hospital. Dr. Maahs provides valuable insights on how to navigate the complexities of diabetes in young patients, including the transition from pediatric to adult care, distinguishing between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes, early diagnosis and management, as well as the latest breakthroughs in treatment.
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Episode 70: Opioid Crisis Mini-Series - Origin, Potency, and Treatment Strategies

Join us for an in-depth and informative discussion on the opioid crisis, featuring Dr. Anna Lembke, a distinguished Professor and Medical Director of Addiction Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine. This crucial dialogue will encompass a wide range of topics aimed at providing a comprehensive understanding of the opioid crisis and its multifaceted challenges. Dr. Lembke will clarify the crucial distinction between opioid misuse and addiction, shedding light on the complexities of these issues. We will explore the root causes of the opioid crisis, including the role of misinformation and marketing tactics employed by pharmaceutical companies. Dr. Lembke will share insights into opioid withdrawal and evidence-based treatments that can facilitate recovery. Learn about strategies and interventions for preventing opioid overdoses, emphasizing harm reduction and community awareness.
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Episode 69: Hot Topics Mini-Series - Beyond Breast Cancer: Survivorship Care

In this episode, we delve into the unique challenges that breast cancer survivors confront in their journey to wellness. Dr. Lidia Schapira, Associate Professor of Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine and Director of Cancer Survivorship at the Stanford Comprehensive Cancer Institute, joins Stanford Medcast Host Dr. Ruth Adewuya. Our conversation uncovers the post-surgery body image challenges and their profound impact on self-perception. Additionally, we address the under-discussed link between cancer and mental well-being, shedding light on the emotional aftermath of the journey. Survivorship care plans take center stage, illustrating their pivotal role in providing tailored support for triumphing over cancer. Dr. Schapira shares her latest research insights and breakthroughs in breast cancer care, providing a glimpse into advancements that promise enhanced survivor well-being. Join us to grasp the multifaceted issues that shape the lives of breast cancer survivors and explore strategies for improved care and empowerment. Dr. Schapira is also the host of the Health After Cancer Podcast – a podcast series for cancer survivors and the lay public: https://healthaftercancer.stanford.edu/
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Episode 68: Hot Topics Mini-Series - ChatGPT’s Role in Transforming Medicine and Education

In this episode, Drs. Victor R. Lee and Nigam Shah discuss the use of AI technologies, such as Chat GPT, in medicine and medical education. Dr. Lee is an Associate Professor at Stanford University's Graduate School of Education and leads the Data Interactions & STEM Teaching and Learning (DISTAL) Lab. Dr. Shah is a Professor of Medicine at Stanford University and serves as the Chief Data Scientist for Stanford Health Care. During our conversation, we explore the advantages and disadvantages of AI technologies and discuss how they are sometimes misused. We also delve into the mechanisms that can be implemented to ensure continuous improvement in the accuracy of responses from Chat GPT, particularly in medical education where the implications can be life or death. Join us to learn more about human-centered AI, the ethical considerations surrounding the integration of Chat GPT or similar generative AI models into medical curricula, and the current applications of Chat GPT in clinical medicine and beyond.
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Episode 66: Women in Critical Care Mini-Series - Psychosocial Challenges Facing Physicians

In this episode, critical care specialist guest host, Dr. Amanda Schilling, will discuss psychosocial challenges around the diplomacy of medicine with Alaina Henry, a clinical counselor, Idaho State Supervisor and Adjunct Faculty at Northwest Nazarene University. Join us for this conversation that includes best practices on how to develop a support network, practice compassion and self-care.
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Episode 65: Women in Critical Care Mini-Series - Stereotype Threats

In this episode, critical care physician guest host, Dr. Kirsten Steffner, will discuss stereotype threat, building trust, and self-affirmation with Dr. Claude Steele, Professor of Psychology at Stanford University. Stereotype threat describes the experience when an individual's awareness of a widely known negative stereotype interferes with his or her cognitive function and overall performance. Join us as we discuss how to recognize the stereotype threats that exist in our environments and improve engagement with our work and communities.
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Episode 64: Pediatric Pulse Mini-Series - Innovation 101

In this episode, we speak with Charlette Stallworth, Vice President of Business Development and Innovation at Stanford Children’s Health. Our focus today is to better understand the process of innovation and the evolution of healthcare apps. The future of healthcare apps is exciting - these apps may be able to facilitate the delivery of services that seek to improve care and reduce cost. Apps may be used for population health analytics, integration of data from multiple devices that track fitness and activity, monitoring and improvement of medication adherence, chronic disease management, and identification of high-risk and high-cost patients and the coordination of their care. Listen in on this very informative discussion on Innovation 101.
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Episode 63: Women in Critical Care Mini-Series - The Wicked Problem of Physician Well-Being

In this episode, our critical care specialists guest hosts, Dr. Kirsten Steffner and Dr. Amanda Schilling will focus on physician well-bring and burnout with Dr. Rebecca Margolis and Dr. Jina Sinskey. Dr. Margolis is the Director of Well-Being in the Department of Anesthesiology Critical Care Medicine and Associate Professor of Clinical Anesthesiology, Keck School of Medicine of USC. Dr. Sinskey is an Associate Professor of Anesthesia at the University of California, San Francisco. Together, we will discuss the signs and symptoms of burnout and how it applies to careers in medicine. We will also identify key concepts of wellness within both home-life and work-life. Listen in to learn about the techniques to help promote wellness and the tools to combat burnout and empathy fatigue, which will allow for improved work performance and patient care.
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Episode 62: Hot Topics Mini-Series - What’s Trending in Gut Health?

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Justin Sonnenburg, Professor of Microbiology & Immunology at Stanford University. He is a leading expert in the field of gut microbiota and has made significant contributions to understanding how they impact human health. We will discuss the structure of the gut microbiome and microbiota variability and how these can change in response to diet and environment. We will explore the early establishment of your microbiome and how your mode of delivery into the world (C-section or not) shapes your gut. Our discussion also includes lifestyle factors that can alter your microbiome and the integral role the gut microbiome plays in communicating to other organs, including your brain.
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