While most of us think about telehealth as a way to avoid going to the hospital or clinic, in the time of Covid and beyond there are advantages using it in the hospital.
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3C’s, AI and the Future of Medical Imaging
Will AI be automaggedon for radiologists- automate them out of a job? No, but there will be changes. Automation requires a reassessment. No longer the unique keepers of knowledge, physicians will need to find others ways to add value.
Behavioral Economics at the Bedside- Part II with Doug Hough
Behavioral economics offers a way to learn why we make what can seem to be irrational decisions, particularly when it comes to our health. This applies to choices about whether or not to procedure with surgery as well as the end of life.
Stop Fat Shaming. Our Food May Be At Fault.
In America obesity is often viewed as a personal weakness- laziness. However, the obesity epidemic more likely due to changes in our food supply over the past 30 years. Dr. Kevin Potter, an expert in obesity surgery, discusses the problem and potential solutions.
Dr. Richard Gunderman: The Human Equation in Medicine
[podcast] Richard Gunderman is a physician with a deep interest and expertise in the humanistic aspects of healthcare. He discusses some of the challenges and opportunities to recapture our sense of professionalism.
Sr. Margaret McBride Views on End of Life-Part 2
[podcast] In part 1 Sr. McBride discussed being ex-communicated for her role in allowing an abortion to save the life of a mother. Part 2 reviews her views of end of life. The Catholic Church holds all life is sacred. However, with all our tools to prolong life, modern medicine can test this tenet. Sr. McBride talks about how she works to bring her core values to the bedside as a Nun and hospital administrator.