Well Rounded

In this episode of Well Rounded, Dr. David Gallagher shares his journey into hospital medicine and his leadership experiences as Duke University Hospital Chief Medical Officer. We discuss the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, his personal health journey with glioblastoma, and reflections on the future of medicine and teaching.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Dr. David Gallagher
• 01:00 Dr. Gallagher's Medical Journey
• 03:07 Transition to Hospital Medicine
• 05:46 Leadership in Hospital Medicine
• 10:14 Moving to Duke Hospital
• 13:57 Building a Hospital Medicine Program
• 18:59 Changes in Hospital Medicine
• 21:07 Proud Accomplishments at Duke
• 23:08 Challenges in Staffing and Funding
• 24:52 Career Development in Hospital Medicine
• 26:50 Navigating Burnout and Chaos
• 29:49 Leadership Lessons Learned
• 33:14 Experiences During the COVID-19 Pandemic
• 43:07 Behind the Scenes of COVID-19 Response
• 49:38 Personal Health Journey: Battling Glioblastoma
• 01:01:04 The Intersection of Science and Mindfulness
• 01:07:06 Navigating Disability and Financial Challenges
• 01:13:17 Reflections on Teaching and Mentorship
• 01:16:12 Hope for the Future of Medicine

It's the sequel! Join us for a conversation with Dr. Gracie Ernstberger, a hospitalist in Duke University Hospital, about travelling as a doctor, starting out in medicine, and more!

Welcome to Well Rounded! In our inaugural episode we get to know Dr. Parsa Ghasem from Duke University. We talk on what makes being a hospitalist "worth it", and overcoming personal challenges while still succeeding in medicine.