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

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Mary Leonard, MD who is the Arline and Pete Harman Professor and Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at Stanford University School of Medicine, as well as the Adalyn Jay Physician in Chief at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford. Our conversation delves into Dr. Leonard's remarkable journey in medicine, her ascent to the distinguished roles of professor and department chair at Stanford, and her profound insights into pediatric kidney disease. We will explore the manifestations of kidney conditions in pediatric patients, her research endeavors in this domain, and the promising advancements in pediatric nephrology care. Read Transcript CME Information: https://stanford.cloud-cme.com/medcastepisode82 Claim CE and MOC: https://stanford.cloud-cme.com/Form.aspx?FormID=1873  

In today's episode, join Dr. Michaela Kerrissey, Assistant Professor of Management at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, as she explores the intricacies of 'Teaming' in Healthcare. Discover how healthcare teams address cross-organizational challenges, team dynamics, team development, and learn how clinicians can foster collaboration. Dr. Kerrissey will also discuss team hierarchy, psychological safety, and more in this insightful discussion. Read Transcript CME Information: https://stanford.cloud-cme.com/medcastepisode81 Claim CE and MOC: https://stanford.cloud-cme.com/Form.aspx?FormID=1869

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Iris Gibbs, Professor of Radiation Oncology and the former Associate Dean of MD Admissions at Stanford University. We will explore her journey in medicine, particularly in radiation oncology. Our discussion will also touch on promoting diversity and inclusion in medicine, the power of mentorship and the need for workplace diversity for aspiring medical professionals. Read Transcript CME Information: https://stanford.cloud-cme.com/medcastepisode80 Claim CE and MOC: https://stanford.cloud-cme.com/Form.aspx?FormID=1865

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Michele Barry, Senior Associate Dean of Global Health at Stanford University. We'll explore the obstacles women in medicine encounter today and discuss the crucial role of advocating for gender equality in healthcare and beyond. Additionally, we discuss how medical education must evolve to better prepare healthcare professionals for the global health challenges. Read Transcript CME Information: https://stanford.cloud-cme.com/medcastepisode79 Claim CE and MOC: https://stanford.cloud-cme.com/Form.aspx?FormID=1836

Join us today for an insightful discussion on heart transplantation with Dr. Brandon Guenthart, Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Stanford Medicine. Dr. Guenthart will explore the conditions requiring heart transplantation, address the scarcity of donor hearts, and discuss its impact on patients awaiting transplants. Additionally, he will offer valuable insights into pioneering advancements in transplantation, including the groundbreaking First in Human Beating Heart Transplant. Read Transcript CME Information: https://stanford.cloud-cme.com/medcastepisode78 Claim CE and MOC: https://stanford.cloud-cme.com/Form.aspx?FormID=1822

In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Jeffrey Schnipper, Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and Research Director at Brigham and Women's Hospital. Specializing in improving the delivery of healthcare for patients, Dr. Schnipper shares his insights on improving patient safety through effective communication. Our conversation includes the critical role of communication, especially teamwork, in fostering a robust patient safety culture. Tune in for an engaging discussion on how increased communication among leaders and team members correlates with improved patient safety culture. Read Transcript CME Information: https://stanford.cloud-cme.com/medcastepisode77 Claim CE and MOC: https://stanford.cloud-cme.com/Form.aspx?FormID=1801

Join us today as we delve into Pediatric Developmental Milestones with Heidi M. Feldman, PhD, MD, the Ballinger-Swindells Endowed Professor of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics at Stanford University. Discover insights on evaluating pediatric development across gross motor, fine motor, language, cognitive, and social-emotional domains. Dr. Feldman will offer guidance on monitoring milestones, provide resources to parents, and discuss emerging trends and advancements. Listen and gain valuable perspectives from a leading expert in the field. Read Transcript CME Information: https://stanford.cloud-cme.com/medcastepisode76 Claim CE and MOC: https://stanford.cloud-cme.com/Form.aspx?FormID=1760

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Rose Sherman, a distinguished nurse leader renowned for her expertise in cultivating leadership skills among current and future nursing leaders. With a 25-year career at the Department of Veterans Affairs, where she held leadership roles at five major VA Medical Centers, Dr. Sherman brings invaluable insights to the table. In the backdrop of a globally aging nursing workforce and escalating healthcare demands, it is critical that new nurse leaders are equipped with effective leadership skills. Listen in as Dr. Sherman shares her insights and strategies, shedding light on how effective leadership influences patient care, quality, and safety within healthcare organizations. Read Transcript CME Information: https://stanford.cloud-cme.com/medcastepisode75 Claim CE and MOC: https://stanford.cloud-cme.com/Form.aspx?FormID=1757

In this episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Dr. Noel Vest, an Assistant Professor at the Boston University School of Public Health. Drawing from his unique journey as a formerly incarcerated scholar, Dr. Vest is a dedicated advocate for social justice issues and public policy reform in the realm of substance use disorder recovery and prison reentry. Our conversation delves into the complexity of substance abuse disorders and the underlying mental health issues that drive addiction. We emphasize the critical need for effective prison re-entry prison re-entry programs and discuss the challenges individuals face upon rejoining society after incarceration. Our discussion shines a light on Dr. Vest's work in collegiate recovery programs, shedding light on the power of these initiatives as well as the importance of viewing them through the lens of implementation science. From public policy implications to the broader realm of social justice work, we uncover the threads that tie together his impactful research and advocacy efforts. Read Transcript CME Information: https://stanford.cloud-cme.com/medcastepisode74 Claim CE and MOC: https://stanford.cloud-cme.com/Form.aspx?FormID=1686

Join us as we journey through the landscape of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in a dynamic conversation with Dr. Kian Keyashian, Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Stanford Medicine. Understand the origin, and intricate interplay of genetics, environmental factors, and risk elements that contribute to the development of IBD. Our dialogue extends to the diagnostic landscape, exploring the methodologies used to identify IBD and elucidating the telltale signs and symptoms that characterize these disorders. Dr. Keyashian offers insights into the present treatment modalities available, dietary recommendations, and transformative lifestyle adjustments that promise to elevate the quality of life for those navigating IBD. Read Transcript CME Information: https://stanford.cloud-cme.com/medcastepisode73 Claim CE and MOC: https://stanford.cloud-cme.com/Form.aspx?FormID=1699