"It's okay to be fearful or anxious. The key is to recognize it and address it, which brings us strength."

-Dr. Mark Pochapin

 

Mark B. Pochapin, MD, FACG, is the Sholtz-Leeds Professor of Gastroenterology, Director of the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, and Vice Chair of Clinical Affairs in the Department of Medicine at NYU School of Medicine / NYU Langone Health. Dr. Pochapin currently hosts a biweekly national radio broadcast called, "Chiefs Rounds'' on SiriusXM Doctor Radio, connecting the listening public with leading medical experts and valuable health information. Dr. Pochapin is the recent past president of the American College of Gastroenterology.

 

Dr. Craig Bissinger, MD, FACOG, is a board certified obstetrician/gynecologist in private practice in New Jersey.  In addition to delivering over 8000 babies, he has supported and helped his patient achieve optimal health. He is a revered teacher of medical students and residents in OB/GYN, helping them learn to care for their patients with knowledge, empathy and humor.

 

Links:

Margie’s 2021 Happy Me, Happy Life Blueprint Program 

Dr. Pochapin’s Twitter account - @markpochapin

Dr. Pochapin’s Previous Podcast

Dr. Bissinger’s website

 

 

Timestamps:

[02:23] Experiences of the frontlines during the pandemic

[08:53] Showing kindness and appreciation for frontline workers

[15:18] Word of advice on resiliency

[20:16] The strength of communities to come together

[30:11] Best ways to spread positivity

[31:58] Biggest takeaways to bring strength into 2021!