A 90-year-old gentleman has been admitted to our ward under the care of a neurologist. He was diagnosed with an ischemic stroke after experiencing weakness in his left upper limb and slurred speech. His mental status is fluctuating, and the stroke has …
The concept of a “Faustian bargain” originates from the legend of Dr. Faustus, a figure from German folklore who trades his soul to the devil in exchange for worldly knowledge and power. Doctor Faustus is Christopher Marlowe’s most re…
Fatherhood is a life-changing experience filled with immense joy and responsibility. For men with a career in medicine, this milestone presents unique challenges due to the demanding nature of their profession. Parental leave for fathers, especially in…
The current U.S. medical education and health care systems undeniably benefit from the immigration of talented international medical graduates (IMGs). Many of my favorite teachers, residents, and colleagues have been IMGs. However, the longstanding U.S…
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes! Explore the critical role of health care boards in shaping organizational culture, workforce development, and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB). Physician…
Inpatient caregiving companions, especially during nights, may hold significant value in enhancing patient recovery and expediting discharge. Hospital nights can be tumultuous not only for inpatients but also for their caregivers, whether professional …
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes! In this episode, we explore the decline in trust within the U.S. health care system and discuss actionable strategies to rebuild it. Matthew Sherrer, associate professor a…
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes! Explore the critical role of civility in health care with insights from Matthew Sherrer, associate professor and director of care team collaboration at the University of A…
In December, the questions parents ask in the hospital are different. Instead of “Will my child be OK?” we pediatric hospitalists hear: “We have plane tickets to go skiing for Christmas. Will he be well by then?” “She̵…
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes! We explore the pressing issue of hospital readmissions and their significant impact on health outcomes and financial strain within the health care system. Our guest, healt…
