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Welcome to the final installment of our "What Is Science?" discussion on the Southern Medical Podcast: The Unfiltered Series!

In this concluding episode, Dr. Michael Angel and Hayli Pantoja wrap up their deep dive into the foundations of scientific inquiry, its critical applications in modern medicine, and the unfiltered realities of the healthcare field.

Did you miss the beginning of the conversation? Make sure to catch up on Parts 1 & 2 on our channel.

In this episode of the "Southern Medicine Podcast," Aaron Yang, MD, and G. Waldon Garriss III, MD, MS, MBA, MHA, FAAP, MACP, discuss the field of physical medicine and rehabilitation, exploring its role in collaborative patient care, evolving approaches to treatment, and practical insights that physicians across a wide range of specialties can apply when caring for patients with musculoskeletal and other rehabilitation needs.

About the Podcast Guests

Dr. Aaron Yang is an Associate Professor and Vice Chair of Faculty Development in the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) department at Vanderbilt University Medical Center where his practice focuses on musculoskeletal and spine conditions. Additionally he currently serves as the Associate Program Director for the PM&R residency program and Course Director for medical student rotations.

Dr. G. Waldon Garriss is a Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. A Med-Peds physician and educator, he has devoted his career to patient care, physician training, and graduate medical education leadership. He currently serves as SMA's President-Elect Designate and has been an active leader in advancing physician education and professional development throughout his career.

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In this episode of the "Southern Medicine Podcast," Ashley Karpinos, MD, MPH, FAAP, FACP, and G. Waldon Garriss III, MD, MS, MBA, MHA, FAAP, MACP, explore the evolving field of sports medicine, taking a closer look at training pathways and common injuries, as well as treatment approaches and the role of the sports medicine physician. Their conversation also highlights interdisciplinary care, emerging trends, and practical considerations for physicians caring for athletes and physically active patients

About the Podcast Guests

Dr. Ashley Karpinos is an Associate Professor of Medicine, Pediatrics, and Orthopaedic Surgery at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. She serves as Program Director of the Medicine-Pediatrics Residency Program, practices primary care and sports medicine, and is a team physician for Vanderbilt Athletics. Her clinical and academic interests include the primary care of athletes, female athlete health, and resident education and mentorship.

Dr. G. Waldon Garriss is a Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. A Med-Peds physician and educator, he has devoted his career to patient care, physician training, and graduate medical education leadership. He currently serves as SMA's President-Elect Designate and has been an active leader in advancing physician education and professional development throughout his career.

Learn more about the Southern Medical Association - visit https://sma.org.

Welcome back to the Southern Medical Podcast: The Unfiltered Series, where we dive into raw, honest conversations about medicine, philosophy, and human experience.

In this episode, host Hayli Pantoja sits down with Dr. Michael Angel to explore his article, "What is Science?" Together, they unpack complex ideas surrounding psychological awareness, philosophical perspectives on scientific truth, and how modern societal changes impact public trust and personal development.

Key Topics Covered:

Jungian Psychology & Self-Awareness: Exploring Carl Jung's concepts of archetypes, family dynamics, self-reflection, and how personal "ghosts" or fears influence behavior.

The Nature of Scientific Method: Examining logical positivism, empirical science vs. absolute truth, and why science is an evolving process built on doubt and refinement rather than definitive answers.

Faith, Philosophy & Science: Discussing how historical figures and religious traditions viewed the intersection of belief, rational thinking, and human fallibility.

Modern Society & Technology: Reflections on screen time, social media, screen dependency among youth, and the importance of self-reliance and active living.

In this episode of Southern Medicine Podcast - The Unfiltered Series, Dr. Michael Angel and Hayli Pantoja explore the ideas behind Dr. Angel's article, What Is Science?, examining the distinction between science as a process of inquiry and scientism as an unquestioned belief system. The conversation delves into the influence of digital media on critical thinking, the importance of intellectual curiosity and independent reasoning, and the role of scientific skepticism in advancing knowledge. Along the way, the discussion expands into philosophy, education, technology, and the evolving relationship between science and society, offering listeners a thought-provoking conversation on how we evaluate information in an increasingly complex world.

In this episode of the "Southern Medicine Podcast," Tatiana Havryliuk, MD, shares practical, high-yield insights on using focused cardiac ultrasound to assess volume status, ventricular function, and key cardiac pathology in everyday clinical practice.

Dr. Havryliuk breaks down when cardiac ultrasound and inferior vena cava (IVC) assessment are most helpful, how to obtain key cardiac views, and what normal cardiac ultrasound looks like—helping clinicians build confidence at the point of care.

Listeners will also review key findings such as right heart strain, reduced LV function, and pericardial effusion, and how these results guide treatment and escalation decisions.

Dr. Tatiana Havryliuk is an emergency physician and founder of Hello Sono. With 15 years of experience using POCUS in diverse settings, from urban EDs to Everest Base Camp, she is dedicated to extending its benefits to more patients. With Hello Sono, she and her team support practices in building compliant, high-quality, and profitable POCUS programs through tailored education and implementation.

In this episode of the "Southern Medicine Podcast," Tatiana Havryliuk, MD, and Randy Glick, BSB/PM, MCP explore a case involving a 56-year-old male who presented to his primary care provider with a two-day history of acute floaters and flashes of light in his left eye. They discuss the patient's medical history, including hypertension and mild cataracts, review exam findings with preserved visual acuity and limited fundoscopic visualization, and detail how ocular point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) was used to identify a retinal detachment at the bedside. The episode highlights how rapid recognition with POCUS led to same-day ophthalmology referral and prompt retinal repair, preventing progression to central vision loss.

Dr. Tatiana Havryliuk is an emergency physician and founder of Hello Sono. With 15 years of experience using POCUS in diverse settings, from urban EDs to Everest Base Camp, she is dedicated to extending its benefits to more patients. With Hello Sono, she and her team support practices in building compliant, high-quality, and profitable POCUS programs through tailored education and implementation.

In this episode of the "Southern Medicine Podcast", J.P. Barta, CEO of Legacy Benefits Group, and Randy Glick, Executive Director of SMA, explore how Transperra is reimagining healthcare delivery in a system that has grown increasingly complex, costly, and opaque. They discuss how transparency, advocacy, data intelligence, and direct provider contracting can realign incentives, reduce barriers to care, and give both patients and employers greater control over costs. The conversation highlights Transperra's waived out-of-pocket model, its partnership with Advisory Health Administrators, and what the future may hold for employers, TPAs, providers, and members seeking a clearer, more connected, and more affordable healthcare experience.

In this episode of the "Southern Medicine Podcast", Tatiana Havryliuk, MD, and Randy Glick, BSB/PM, MCP detail a case of a 27-year-old male who presented with hematuria and abdominal discomfort. What began as a routine point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) exam to assess urinary retention and possible renal colic led to the unexpected discovery of a bladder mass, prompting urgent imaging and follow-up. They discuss how POCUS can reveal critical pathology, guide timely intervention, reduce unnecessary radiation exposure, and enhance diagnostic accuracy in urgent and primary care settings.

Dr. Tatiana Havryliuk is an emergency physician and founder of Hello Sono. With 15 years of experience using POCUS in diverse settings, from urban EDs to Everest Base Camp, she is dedicated to extending its benefits to more patients. With Hello Sono, she and her team support practices in building compliant, high-quality, and profitable POCUS programs through tailored education and implementation.

"Processing Grief - Live by Letting Go" examines how emotional, psychological, and spiritual wounds don't simply fade but build up over time, requiring intentional care. In this episode of Southern Medicine, Randy Glick and Rodney Overstreet, CRNA, discuss the stages of grief, treatment options, emerging research, and what a supportive care team looks like. They also explore how family and friends can help, along with practical tools and resources to move forward and release what keeps us stuck.

A CRNA at UAB Medical West, in Bessemer, Alabama, Rodney felt called to heal from a young age. He has spent his career putting people to sleep — and now he wants to help them wake up. "They taught us how to heal others, but neglected to teach us how to heal ourselves," he said. Rodney's nonprofit, Heal Our Healers, aims to remedy this institutional illness. Rodney enjoys studying and lecturing on burnout, compassion fatigue, and PTSD in healthcare providers.