A Life in Medicine in Chicago

Dr. Lisa Vinci joins the Clinical Excellence Podcast to discuss the nuances of quality measures in primary care. Delve into the complexities of healthcare metrics and their impact on patient care, with insights on navigating between standardized measures and personalized medicine.

Knowing about the patient who has a disease is as important as knowing about the disease the patient has. But how well do you need to know them?

Ms. Peeples shares her personal story, reflecting on her career, experiences with healthcare providers, and navigating the healthcare system. Drs. Chin and Klein provide insights into their interactions with Ms. Peeples as their patient and their approaches to patient care. The episode explores both positive and challenging experiences in healthcare, emphasizing the importance of good patient-provider relationships and effective communication.

Charles Martinez, a longtime physician and author from Chicago, talks about his life and career.

MK Czerwiec, a nurse, cartoonist, educator, and co-founder of the field of Graphic Medicine, discusses her work and the utility of graphic medicine.

Diane Rogers, a healthcare consultant and leadership coach discusses the challenges of physician coaching, emphasizing the importance of being present for patients and creating a space for meaningful conversations with colleagues. Diane shares insights from her diverse career journey, highlighting the significance of connecting to purpose in healthcare. 

Cultivating a career in global health with a worldwide impact.

Working with your doctor to care for your parents.

Dr. Kertesz discusses the winding path to a non-traditional but productive and successful career in academic medicine.

The patient's side of the patient-centered longitudinal care experience.