The Podcast by KevinMD
Social media's leading physician voice, Kevin Pho, MD, shares the stories of the many who intersect with our health care system but are rarely heard from. 15 minutes a day. 7 days a week. Welcome to The Podcast by KevinMD.
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 18 minutes
- Episodes
- 1925
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
When credibility is your only asset: the cautionary tale of DrKoop.com
Historian and ethicist Nigel Cameron discusses his article, "How DrKoop.com rose and fell: the untold story behind the Surgeon General's startup." The conversation chronicles the dramatic history of …
How to speak the language of leadership to improve doctor wellness
Pediatrician and certified coach Jessie Mahoney discusses her article, "Physician wellness is a strategic imperative—not a moral crusade." The conversation focuses on why physicians must shift their …
How Gen Z is transforming mental health care
Entrepreneur, AI enthusiast, and wellness advocate Vaishali Jha discusses her article, "Gen Z is already transforming mental health care—are we listening?" The conversation explores the vital need fo…
Why the fear of being forgotten is stronger than the fear of death
Retired surgeon, psychotherapist, and author Patrick Hudson discusses his article, "Why we fear being forgotten more than death itself." The conversation explores the profound difference between the …
How home-based AI can reduce health inequities in underserved communities
Physician executive Sreeram Mullankandy discusses his article, "Bridging the digital divide: Addressing health inequities through home-based AI solutions." The conversation highlights that while the …
When your dream job becomes a nightmare
Pediatrician Sarah Webber discusses her article, "Why it's so hard to admit when we don't like our jobs." The conversation is a vulnerable look into her personal experience with burnout just nine mon…
Why physician voices matter in the fight against anti-LGBTQ+ legislation
LGBTQ+ journalist BJ Ferguson discusses the article, "Why physician voices matter in the fight against anti-LGBTQ+ laws." The conversation serves as a call to action for medical professionals, arguin…
How to survive a broken health care system without losing yourself
Pediatrician and certified coach Jessie Mahoney discusses her article "The broken health care system doesn't have to break you." Jessie discusses the profound changes in the practice of medicine that…
Why ADHD in adults is often missed—and why it matters
Anesthesiologist Maire Daugharty, who expanded her expertise by earning a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling, discusses her article "Why ADHD isn't just a childhood disorder and wha…
Why what doctors say matters more than you think
Physician Scott Abramson discusses his article "How doctors' words can make or break patient care." Scott shares two compelling scenarios illustrating the profound impact of a physician's communicati…
Inside human trafficking: a guide to recognizing and preventing it
Public policy analyst Julia Drydyk discusses her article "Human trafficking isn't what you think: Why education is key to stopping it." Julia clarifies the crucial distinction between human smuggling…
Improving patient encounters: time-saving strategies for physicians
Endocrinologist Michael Morkos discusses his article "Mastering the art of efficient patient encounters: tips for physicians." Michael shares practical strategies for optimizing the patient encounter…
Essential questions about nurse practitioner liability insurance
Nurse practitioner Surani Hayre-Kwan discusses her article "Are you protecting your career? 5 essential questions about your NP liability insurance." Surani discusses the critical need for nurse prac…
Reassessing the impact of CDC's opioid guidelines on chronic pain care
Internal medicine and pediatric physician Charles LeBaron discusses his article "How the CDC's opioid rules created a crisis for chronic pain patients." Charles discusses the 2016 CDC opioid guidelin…
Professional identity: a new narrative for medical education
Otolaryngologist Kevin C. McMains discusses his article "The hero's journey: Understanding professional identity formation in graduate medical education." Kevin discusses the ongoing crisis of burnou…
How school meals can transform health
Osteopathic medical student Scarlett Saitta discusses her article "The school cafeteria could save American medicine." Scarlett discusses the profound connection between childhood nutrition and long-…
Understanding the ethical injury of moral distress in clinicians
Licensed clinical psychologist and health care ethicist Jenny Shields discusses her article, "DSM-5 doesn’t name it, but moral distress is everywhere in medicine." Jenny illuminates the pervasive iss…
HHS at rock bottom: Could the current crisis be a blessing for U.S. health?
Psychiatrist, internist, and addiction medicine specialist Muhamad Aly Rifai discusses his article, "When rock bottom is a turning point: Why the turmoil at HHS may be a blessing in disguise." Muhama…
How functional precision oncology is revolutionizing cancer treatment
Physician and clinical researcher Chris Apfel discusses his article, "Functional precision oncology: a game changer in cancer therapy." Chris explains that functional precision oncology takes a highl…
Navigating fair market value as an independent or locum tenens physician
Health care attorney Dennis Hursh discusses his article, "What independent and locum tenens doctors need to know about fair market value." Dennis explains why understanding fair market value (FMV) is…