PermanenteDocs Chat

In our recent PermanenteDocs Chat, in collaboration with the American Medical Association, host Alex McDonald, MD, and guest Sandra Fryhofer, MD, dove deep into the timely topic of COVID, flu, and RSV vaccines. 

During this conversation, Dr. McDonald and Dr. Fryhofer explored the reasons behind vaccine hesitancy. They delved into the safety and efficacy of vaccines, sharing valuable insights to help physicians help patients make informed decisions. Plus, they revealed strategies physicians can apply to build trust with their patients – a critical aspect of health care in today's world.

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Tune in to this thought-provoking episode on heat waves and health as host Alex McDonald, MD, engages in a conversation with  Frederick Chen, MD, chief health and science officer at the American Medical Association (AMA). Together, they explore the  link between climate change and public health, shedding light on the impacts of extreme weather events, vector-borne illnesses, and the implications for patients of all ages.  Dr. Chen shares his expertise on the physician's role in preparing for climate-related challenges, educating patients and communities, and advocating for health-focused climate solutions. 

Discover the steps physicians can take to drive positive change and advocate for health-focused climate solutions.

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In this episode of the PermanenteDocs Chat, Asha Patton-Smith, MD, a psychiatrist from the Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group, explores the topic of social media’s effects on children. In a conversation with host Alex McDonald, MD, Dr. Patton-Smith highlights the potential consequences of excessive screen time, the importance of monitoring, and recognizing when children might be missing out on real-world experiences, such as outdoor play and face-to-face interactions.  
 
Listen to get a deeper insight into this timely issue and its implications in today’s digital landscape. 

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As the residency year begins for many, this PermanenteDocs Chat takes a look at the supply of GME programs and other innovative ways to advance training.

Host Alex McDonald, MD, chats with Sanjay Desai, MD, chief academic officer with the American Medical Association (AMA). Listen to their discussion about continuing education for physicians and gain insights on GME programs to ensure a steady pipeline of doctors to meet the country's health care needs. 

This podcast is produced in collaboration with the AMA.

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This podcast episode goes beyond the buzz of artificial intelligence and delves into efforts to evaluate AI's potential in health care through a new research grant program. Host Alex McDonald, MD, chats with Vincent Liu, MD, an internal medicine physician with The Permanente Medical Group and senior research scientist at the Kaiser Permanente Division of Research.  "Doctors who embrace AI will replace those who do not," says Dr. Liu, who also serves as principal investigator of the Augmented Intelligence in Medicine and Healthcare Initiative (AIM-HI).

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During Pride Month, we talked with Emile Pinera, MD, internist with The Southeast Permanente Medical Group, about his experience as a gay physician. Dr. Pinera, physician lead for Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity for the medical group, shares insights with host Alex McDonald, MD, on the challenges faced by the LGBTQ community in accessing quality health care and how clinicians can foster inclusivity within the medical field.

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Technology is a double-edged sword in health care, providing innovation and advanced techniques that allow physicians to provide quality care to patients. But some technology can also burden clinicians and contribute to burnout. In this PermanenteDocs Chat, Amanjot Sethi, MD, director of Wellness Operations at The Permanente Medical Group, talks with host Alex McDonald, MD, about the challenges of health IT and growth of virtual care, and what programs are available to support clinician well-being.

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• See related Permanente Medicine Podcast

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Hawaii had the lowest death rate among COVID-19 patients during the pandemic. In this episode, host Alex McDonald, MD, talks with Tarquin Collis, MD, chief of Infectious Disease with the Hawaii Permanente Medical Group about innovative strategies employed by the medical group that contributed to the low death rate for the state. 

Dr. Collis also helps physicians understand what to consider in ongoing treatment for long COVID, discussing potential benefits of vaccination and the medical group's targeted long COVID clinic in Honolulu. 

Tune in now to gain a deeper understanding of the strategies, preventive measures, and treatments that contribute to high-quality care for COVID patients in Hawaii.

Program notes: View the Lancet study on COVID state effects.

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For Mental Health Month in May, we check in on the mental well-being of clinicians. In this episode of the PermanenteDocs Chat podcast, host Alex McDonald, MD, engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Permanente psychiatrist Ashley Zucker, MD. Dr. Zucker brings her expertise and insights to the table, shedding light on effective strategies for clinicians to cope with ongoing pressures and to help maintain their mental well-being.

Whether you are a physician, clinician, or a health care worker, this episode offers valuable guidance on maintaining mental wellness and finding balance in the face of industry challenges and change. 

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Clinicians can play a role to mitigate the effects of climate change, and also help address the growing health issues stemming from environmental factors. In this episode of the PermanenteDocs Chat, host Alex McDonald, MD, talks with Anne C. Toledo, MD, a family medicine physician at Northwest Permanente, who shares her insights on what health conditions physicians should be prepared to care for in patients living in a changing environment. 

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