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Welcome back to "Ditch the Lab Coat," the podcast where we explore the intricate world of healthcare with a scientific and skeptical lens. I'm your host, Dr. Mark Bonta, and in today's episode, we're joined by Dr. Shawn Gill, a clinical pharmacist and host of the "Deprescribed" podcast. Together, we'll navigate the demanding terrains of medical residency, explore personal and professional fulfillment, and discuss groundbreaking ideas for healthcare reform.

We'll kick things off by reflecting on the grueling hours and mental toll of medical training, questioning age-old practices, and suggesting potential reforms to relieve resident burnout. Dr. Gill and I will then pivot to the importance of balance and self-reflection, sharing tips on how healthcare professionals can maintain their well-being while excelling in their careers.

As we dig further, expect insightful discussions on lifestyle medicine, preventive care, and the need to shift from volume-based to outcomes-based healthcare incentives. We’ll also touch on Dr. Gill’s passionate advocacy for deprescribing and empowering patients beyond the pill bottle.

In the latter part of our conversation, we’ll share personal anecdotes and book recommendations, discuss the significance of quality family time, and evaluate the role of physicians in providing a stable, nurturing environment for better mental health outcomes.

Finally, we will address systemic issues within the Canadian healthcare system and explore radical ideas for reinventing healthcare to focus more on prevention and less on bureaucracy. Plus, stay tuned for exciting announcements about our upcoming guests and future plans for the podcast.

Join us for a compelling conversation that promises to be both intellectually stimulating and practically beneficial, right here on "Ditch the Lab Coat."

3:28 - Incentivizing outcomes to revolutionize healthcare approach.

6:47 - Rethinking pharmacy: prioritize patient care over quantity.

11:20 - Physicians are often frustrated by assembly line careers.

13:29 - RFK advocates nutrition, exercise, preventive healthcare focus.

17:26 - Canadian healthcare system is broken; prioritize prevention.

19:46 - Incentivize outcome-based models for healthcare improvement.

24:24 - United by patient care, simplifying healthcare processes.

29:15 - Primary prevention, lifestyle management crucial for longevity.

32:32 - Proactive health management to prevent future diseases.

34:29 - Appreciates insights on resilience and preventive habits.

38:04 - Pre-existing mental health issues complicate veterans' suicides.

41:01 - Creating healthy habits for resilient, joyful adulthood.

43:41 - Wife plans kids' activities, emphasizes reading books.

49:50 - Reevaluate residency hours; promote balanced training.

51:11 - Resident work limits strain hospital system.

56:20 - Step outside life's chaos for self-reflection.

57:36 - Rethinking healthcare's approach to lifestyle diseases.