Focus on Physicians:
Insights, Ideas, and Strategies
My Podcast Interview with Kristen Jacobsen of RevSpring
The patient's experience after a healthcare encounter is often overlooked, but it can be nearly as emotionally impactful as the office visit, procedure, or hospitalization itself. Physicians often have little influence on the ways that revenue is collected, but from a patient’s perspective, it is part of the same process as the care we provide.
As a podcast host for the TechLink Health podcast I thoroughly enjoyed my conversation with Kristen Jacobsen of RevSpring. Kristen explained how AI and technology integration can enhance the experience and how her company engages with patients throughout their treatment path.
The patient's experience after a healthcare encounter is often overlooked, but it can be nearly as emotionally impactful as the office visit, procedure, or hospitalization itself. Physicians often have little influence on the ways that revenue is collected, but from a patient’s perspective, it is part of the same process as the care we provide.
As a podcast host for the TechLink Health podcast I thoroughly enjoyed my conversation with Kristen Jacobsen of RevSpring. Kristen explained how AI and technology integration can enhance the experience, making it clearer and more efficient. She also shared the ways her company compassionately and respectfully engages with patients throughout their treatment path.
You can find our conversation anywhere you listen to podcasts, or through the Spotify link below.
My Podcast Interview with Rick Sherak of Exogenics
I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Rick Sherak, co-founder of Exokinetics, Inc., for the TechLink Health podcast. It was one of the most thought-provoking conversations I’ve had in a while. In this wide-ranging chat, we explored the story behind the Zeen—a groundbreaking upright mobility device that’s reshaping what’s possible for individuals with limited mobility.
I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Rick Sherak, co-founder of Exokinetics, Inc., for the TechLink Health podcast. It was one of the most thought-provoking conversations I’ve had in a while. In this wide-ranging chat, we explored the story behind the Zeen—a groundbreaking upright mobility device that’s reshaping what’s possible for individuals with limited mobility.
The Zeen isn’t just a mobility aid; it’s a beautifully engineered fusion of form and function that allows users to glide, stand, and sit with dignity and ease. It’s unlike anything I’ve encountered—and the inspiration behind its creation is just as compelling as the device itself.
Unlike a wheelchair, the Zeen allows eye-level interactions. As a cardiologist, I’ve seen the harms that isolation can cause. The internet is great, but one of the many lessons we learned from Covid-19 is that the value of in-person human contact cannot be overestimated.
While the Zeen may not be the right fit for everyone, for many who are homebound or reliant on others to get around, it offers the potential for meaningful mobility and a degree of independence that may otherwise be out of reach.
Rick’s passion for innovation and helping others is truly contagious. Tune in to this episode anywhere you listen to podcasts, or through the Spotify link below.
Creating Boundaries and Reclaiming Values: My Podcast Appearance on Dr. Bill Lombardi’s Journey to Better
I recently had the great privilege to be invited back to trail-blazing cardiologist Dr. Bill Lombardi's Journey to Better podcast. This is truly one of the best physician-focused podcasts out there.
Bill is a fantastic and thought-provoking interviewer! We discussed a wide range of issues facing physicians today, including the importance of setting boundaries, the crucial role of effective and engaged leadership, and how coaching can work for physicians dealing with challenges of transitions, time management, and leadership opportunities.
I recently had the great privilege to be invited back to trail-blazing cardiologist Dr. Bill Lombardi's Journey to Better podcast. This is truly one of the best physician-focused podcasts out there.
Bill is a fantastic and thought-provoking interviewer! We discussed a wide range of issues facing physicians today, including
⚕️The importance of setting boundaries
⚕️How to integrate the experience of the arts into medical practice
⚕️The crucial role of effective and engaged leadership
⚕️Why defining your personal values can help you to make better decisions for yourself and your practice
⚕️How coaching can work for physicians dealing with challenges of transitions, time management, and leadership opportunities.
You can find our conversation wherever you get your podcasts, including Spotify and Apple Podcasts, or take a listen below. And if you want to listen to my first podcast appearance on the show, you can find it here.
Pursuing Your Passions in Retirement: My Second Podcast Appearance on Michael T. Swartz’s “Health and Wealthness”
It was a pleasure to be invited back for a second conversation on Michael T. Swartz, CFP®, PDC's Health and Wealthness podcast.
As an invited guest, I shared my ideas and strategies for physicians who are seeking more joy and fulfillment in the years after a life spent in medical or surgical practice.
If you think of retirement as a kaleidoscope, this is how you can combine all of your passions into a new and evolving way of life. You can grow into the things that are most meaningful to you, contribute to causes that matter, and live a life that aligns with your own values, on your own terms.
It was a pleasure to be invited back for a second conversation on Michael T. Swartz, CFP®, PDC's Health and Wealthness podcast.
Michael has created a fantastic series for physicians called The Physician’s Guide to Retirement. Retirement is different for all of us. I retired after nearly 30 years in practice in order to pursue other passions and interests. Others may practice decades longer, and some may make the choice to retire earlier. No matter how retirement looks for you, you’re likely to find this series valuable and inspiring.
As an invited guest, I shared my ideas and strategies for physicians who are seeking more joy and fulfillment in the years after a life spent in medical or surgical practice. If you think of retirement as a kaleidoscope, this is how you can combine all of your passions into a new and evolving way of life. You can grow into the things that are most meaningful to you, contribute to causes that matter, and live a life that aligns with your own values, on your own terms.
Michael is not only a Certified Financial Planner, but he is also a Certified Physician Development Coach, so he understands the particular needs of physicians who are looking towards retirement. As we discussed in our conversation, it’s never too soon to start thinking about your future. Setting aside even a little money regularly beginning in your 30s will provide you with so many more opportunities as you begin to contemplate retirement in your 50s or 60s.
Making Early Decisions for a Successful Retirement: My Podcast Appearance on Michael T. Swartz’s “Health and Wealthness”
I thoroughly enjoyed my conversation on Michael T. Swartz, CFP®, PDC's Health and Wealthness podcast.
Michael has created a fantastic series for physicians called The Physician’s Guide to Retirement. Retirement is different for all of us. I retired after nearly 30 years in practice in order to pursue other passions and interests. Others may practice decades longer, and some may make the choice to retire earlier. No matter how retirement looks for you, you’re likely to find this series valuable and inspiring.
I thoroughly enjoyed my conversation on Michael T. Swartz, CFP®, PDC's Health and Wealthness podcast.
Michael has created a fantastic series for physicians called The Physician’s Guide to Retirement. Retirement is different for all of us. I retired after nearly 30 years in practice in order to pursue other passions and interests. Others may practice decades longer, and some may make the choice to retire earlier. No matter how retirement looks for you, you’re likely to find this series valuable and inspiring.
As an invited guest, I shared my personal experience and my ideas around ways that physicians can create a sustaining and exciting life after retirement from medical practice. This is the first of two episodes. If you're curious about what life might look like on the other side, take a listen!
Michael is not only a Certified Financial Planner, but he is also a Certified Physician Development Coach, so he understands the particular needs of physicians who are looking towards retirement. As we discussed in our conversation, it’s never too soon to start thinking about your future. Setting aside even a little money regularly beginning in your 30s will provide you with so many more opportunities as you begin to contemplate retirement in your 50s or 60s.
When Physicians are Disrespected: My Guest Appearance on the Podcast by KevinMD
It was an honor to be invited back to Kevin Pho, M.D.'s KevinMD Podcast.
In this episode, we talk about the epidemic of disrespect faced by physicians today, and steps you can take to advocate for yourself and reclaim your dignity.
When physicians and others in healthcare are treated respectfully, the practice of medicine becomes more sustainable and more inclusive.
If you’re a physician, or anyone active in healthcare today, you have probably heard of Dr. Kevin Pho and his KevinMD podcast and website.
Not only does he offer a curated selection of articles tailored to physicians and others in healthcare, Dr. Pho also hosts a podcast for thought leaders in the medical field. I was honored to be invited back as a guest.
In this episode, which originally aired in October 2023, we talk about the epidemic of disrespect faced by physicians today, and clear steps you can take to advocate for yourself and reclaim your dignity.
This is a topic I wrote about in Preventing Physician Burnout: Reclaiming Your Dignity. An earlier version of the article also appeared on the KevinMD website.
When physicians and others in healthcare are treated respectfully, the practice of medicine becomes more sustainable and more inclusive.
My Podcast Appearance on Sustainable Clinical Medicine
I'm excited to share my recent podcast appearance on Sustainable Clinical Medicine with The Charting Coach, a podcast for physicians and others in healthcare hosted by Dr. Sarah Smith.
In this episode we talk about values alignment, when to say no, and how to combine your passions outside of medicine with your life in healthcare.
I'm excited to share my recent podcast appearance on Sustainable Clinical Medicine with The Charting Coach, a podcast for physicians and others in healthcare hosted by Dr. Sarah Smith. Dr. Smith not only helps physicians who are struggling to keep up with charting, but she also hosts a podcast focused on the ideas and challenges that matter most to physicians and others in healthcare.
Here are three key takeaways from our conversation:
🔑Values Alignment: Discover the power of aligning your career and personal life with your core values.
🔑Saying No and Carving Time: Learn how to set boundaries and prioritize what brings you joy and fulfillment.
🔑Exploring New Avenues: Possibilities open up when you allow yourself to pursue interests outside of traditional medical roles, sustaining and supporting your life in medical practice.
My Podcast Interview with Livia Robic of Withings for BeamO
I recently spoke with Livia Robic of Withings about the BeamO device for the TechLink Health podcast. BeamO is designed to help physicians take better care of their patients remotely, and was named one of Time magazine's "Best Inventions of 2024". This was such an interesting and engaging episode, and I can imagine a number of scenarios where this device could make a difference for patients with chronic disease or those recovering from surgery. I’m excited to see what the future holds for BeamO!
I recently spoke with Livia Robic of Withings about the BeamO device for the TechLink Health podcast. This handheld consumer device includes a pulse oximeter, a thermometer, a mini-ECG and an electronic stethoscope.
BeamO is designed to help physicians take better care of their patients remotely, and was named one of Time magazine's "Best Inventions of 2024". This was such an interesting and engaging episode, and I can imagine a number of scenarios where this device could make a difference for patients with chronic disease or those recovering from surgery. I’m excited to see what the future holds for BeamO!
You can find our conversation anywhere you listen to podcasts, or through the Spotify link below.
My Podcast Interview with Peter Adams for Vielight Inc.
As a podcast host for TechLink Health, I had the opportunity to interview Peter Adams with Vielight Inc. This is a fascinating new technology integrating photobiomodulation for brain health. The device is already being used by athletes, including former NFL players, for brain recovery protocols. Leading medical centers including UCSF and Harvard, have published research on Vielight, as has the Veterans Administration. I thoroughly enjoyed our conversation, which you can find anywhere you listen to podcasts.
As a podcast host for TechLink Health, I had the opportunity to interview Peter Adams with Vielight Inc. This is a fascinating new technology integrating photobiomodulation for brain health.
The device is already being used by athletes, including former NFL players, for brain recovery protocols. Leading medical centers including UCSF and Harvard, have published research on Vielight, as has the Veterans Administration.
I thoroughly enjoyed our conversation, which you can find anywhere you listen to podcasts, or through the Spotify link below.
My Podcast Interview with Cyber-Security Expert Anand Naik
We all know that cybersecurity is crucial in healthcare to protect sensitive patient data, ensure the integrity of medical devices, and maintain the overall trust in healthcare systems. Whether in the role of physician or patient, we depend on the people and systems working behind the scenes to keep us safe.
As a host of the recent episode of Techlink Health Podcast, I learned a lot from Anand Naik, including how advancements in IoHT/IoMT security and AI-driven protection are being harnessed to safeguard the future of connected health.
We all know that cybersecurity is crucial in healthcare to protect sensitive patient data, ensure the integrity of medical devices, and maintain the overall trust in healthcare systems. Whether in the role of physician or patient, we depend on the people and systems working behind the scenes to keep us safe.
As a host of the recent episode of Techlink Health Podcast, I learned a lot from Anand Naik, including how advancements in IoHT/IoMT security and AI-driven protection are being harnessed to safeguard the future of connected health.
For tech-savvy physicians looking for alternatives to clinical medicine, or side gigs in the healthcare sphere, cybersecurity might be an area that could use your expertise and insight.
My Podcast Interview with Dr. Kevin Smith
This was such an interesting conversation with facial plastic surgeon and ENT Dr. Kevin Smith for TechLink Health! I was fascinated to learn about the link between migraines and nasal health. Dr. Smith’s journey from college athlete to cutting edge surgeon gives him a unique perspective, which he shares on the podcast.
This was such an interesting conversation with facial plastic surgeon and ENT Dr. Kevin Smith for TechLink Health! I was fascinated to learn about the link between migraines and nasal health. Dr. Smith’s journey from college athlete to cutting edge surgeon gives him a unique perspective, which he shares on the podcast.
Dr. Smith's story shows how the combination of clinical excellence, curiosity, and persistence can impact patients' lives in meaningful ways and spark new innovations.
My Podcast Appearance on Dr. Bill Lombardi’s Journey to Better
It was a thrill to appear on the legendary cardiologist Dr. Bill Lombardi’s podcast The Journey to Better. I was honored to be invited onto the show to discuss mindfulness, goal setting, and combating burnout.
It was a thrill to appear on legendary cardiologist Dr. Bill Lombardi’s podcast The Journey to Better. I was honored to be invited onto the show to discuss mindfulness, goal setting, and combating burnout.
Dr. Lombardi is one of the highest-volume operators for complex PCI and chronic total occlusions in the world. He has been open about his own struggles with well-being in this high stakes and intense field of cardiology. His episodes will resonate for cardiologists, but also for any physician who has experienced the struggles, highs, and lows of caring for patients in today’s world.
My Podcast Interview with Mastek’s Ritwik Batabyal
My podcast interview with Mastek’s Ritwik Batabyal was a great reminder of how integral sophisticated behind-the-scenes technology is to providing optimal health care.
Rightfully, there is a lot of trepidation around the use of AI in healthcare and health technology, but the truth is that it’s already here. By understanding and optimizing the ways that we as physicians use AI, we will ensure that we have a say in the way it changes our landscape and the ways that care is delivered.
I enjoyed this conversation with Mastek's Ritwik Batabyal and David Sanchez, RN. It was a great reminder of how integral sophisticated behind-the-scenes technology is to providing optimal health care.
Rightfully, there is a lot of trepidation around the use of AI in healthcare and health technology, but the truth is that it’s already here. By understanding and optimizing the ways that we as physicians use AI, we will ensure that we have a say in the way it changes our landscape and the ways that care is delivered.
My Podcast Interview with Digital Diagnostic’s John Bertrand
Artificial intelligence is making its way into healthcare at a rapid pace. By harnessing its benefits while at the same time recognizing its limitations, we have an opportunity to improve and expand access to care for a wide range of people.
This was a thought-provoking podcast conversation with John Bertrand of Digital Diagnostics about the practical and potentially life-changing uses of AI for early detection of diabetic retinopathy. The beauty of the process is the fact that it can be used virtually anywhere, and does not require a highly skilled technician to acquire the data.
Artificial intelligence is making its way into healthcare at a rapid pace. By harnessing its benefits while at the same time recognizing its limitations, we have an opportunity to improve and expand access to care for a wide range of people.
This was a thought-provoking podcast conversation with John Bertrand of Digital Diagnostics about the practical and potentially life-changing uses of AI for early detection of diabetic retinopathy. The beauty of the process is the fact that it can be used virtually anywhere, and does not require a highly skilled technician to acquire the data.
My Podcast Interview with AI Pioneer Dennis Cogan of Caresyntax
As a TechLink Insights podcast host, I enjoyed this very forward-thinking and inspiring conversation with Dennis Kogan of Caresyntax about the role of AI in surgical practice.
The future looks bright for innovations in care when AI is applied thoughtfully and collaboratively.
It’s no secret that artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a powerful tool in healthcare and medical science.
As a TechLink Insights podcast host, I enjoyed this very forward-thinking and inspiring conversation with Dennis Kogan of Caresyntax, a company pioneering the use of AI in surgical practice.
It’s normal to feel uneasy about these new technologies. But AI is already here, and it’s up to physicians and others in healthcare to guide its implementation and develop reasonable safety rails to protect our patients. Having met with a number of pioneers in this space through the podcast, I believe that the future looks bright for innovations in care when AI is applied thoughtfully and collaboratively.
Dressing to Inspire Confidence: My Kevin MD Podcast Conversation
There is research on the way that physicians, especially women, are judged by the clothes that they wear. And whether we like it or not, clothing is an important signifier of professionalism to patients and family. In my recent podcast appearance with Kevin MD< we talked about the power of dressing to inspire confidence.
On my recent podcast appearance with Kevin Pho, M.D., we talked about the way the clothes you wear can impact the way that you're perceived by your patients, your colleagues, and your staff.
For instance, are your administrators wearing scrubs? Probably not, because they understand the language and the power of clothing and presentation.
There is research on the way that physicians, especially women, are judged by the clothes that they wear. And whether we like it or not, clothing is an important signifier of professionalism to patients and family.
My Podcast Interview with Tax Expert Alexis Gallati, MBA
I really enjoyed my conversation with tax expert Alexis Gallati, EA, MBA, MS Tax, CTS for TechLink Health. This was such a practical and well explained deep dive into tax strategies for physicians.
I really enjoyed my conversation with Alexis Gallati, EA, MBA, MS Tax, CTS for TechLink Health. This was such a practical and well explained deep dive into tax strategies for physicians.
Alexis is married to a surgeon, so she has seen firsthand how little education most of us have in financial strategies, and how this lack of knowledge can hurt us and leave us vulnerable to bad advice.
This podcast addressed financial strategies related to side gigs, managing independent practices and more. Alexis is an engaging speaker and shares a wealth of practical insight.
My Podcast Interview with Health Tech Expert Shanil Ebrahim
Shanil Ebrahim is on the cutting edge of healthcare technology, with expertise not only as a scientist but also with meaningful experience in the fields of AI and health equity. His insights are timely and thought provoking.
Shanil Ebrahim is on the cutting edge of healthcare technology, with expertise not only as a scientist but also with meaningful experience in the fields of AI and health equity. His insights are timely and thought provoking.
As a frequent host of the TechLink Health podcast, it's always such a pleasure and a privilege to meet with leading innovators in the health and tech space. The industry is moving at warp speed, and it's great to have a front row seat!
You can listen to the podcast at TechLink Health as well as Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
My Podcast Appearance with Kevin MD on Meditation and Mindfulness
In my recent conversation with Kevin Pho, M.D we discussed how mindfulness can have far-reaching effects not only for physicians, but for those you we care for. We also discussed the best times for meditation, when you might want to avoid it, and how a brief meditation can impact your sense of well-being.
As a physician coach, I love sharing this story, because it encapsulates how such a simple and brief practice can have a meaningful impact.
Despite often heavy-handed corporate efforts to the contrary, mindfulness is not a bandaid to fix all that is wrong with healthcare. And it’s not a substitute for the meaningful change that is so desperately needed. Instead, it’s a reminder to be present and engage with what is happening right now, without judgement or reactivity.
I enjoyed my recent conversation with Kevin Pho, M.D. We discussed how mindfulness can have far-reaching effects not only for yourself, but for those you care for. We also discussed the best times for meditation, when you might want to avoid it, and how a brief meditation can impact your sense of well-being.
As a physician coach, I love sharing this story, because it encapsulates how such a simple and brief practice can have a meaningful impact.
Despite often heavy-handed corporate efforts to the contrary, mindfulness is not a bandaid to fix all that is wrong with healthcare. And it’s not a substitute for the meaningful change that is so desperately needed. Instead, it’s a reminder to be present and engage with what is happening right now, without judgement or reactivity.
Through mindfulness, you are can find a way to take a moment in the middle of the daily storm to re-center and reset. And for physicians, that can go a long way towards building stronger relationships with patients and staff based on trust and respect.
My Podcast Interview with Grenville Thynne of Neuroflex
I recently had a fascinating conversation with Grenville Thynne for the Techlink Health Podcast. We discussed his work with the trailblazing Neuroflex company. Neuroflex’s portable technology can quickly detect evidence of concussion on site, which makes it especially valuable to athletes of all types. The technology is also being studied in aging, and has the ability to provide objective measurements of brain function that can be tracked over time.
I recently had a fascinating conversation with Grenville Thynne for the Techlink Health Podcast. We discussed his work with the trailblazing Neuroflex company. Neuroflex’s portable technology can quickly detect evidence of concussion on site, which makes it especially valuable to athletes of all types.
The technology is also being studied in aging and neurodevelopmental disorders, and has the ability to provide objective measurements of brain function that can be tracked over time.
This was one of my favorite podcasts of the year. I hope you enjoy it.