7 MAG 2024 · In this episode, https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregorycharlop/, MD shares his journey from an aspiring rock star to becoming a pediatric anesthesiologist.  Listeners will learn about… - How passions and interests can influence career choices. - The rigorous pathway to becoming a physician, including the realities of medical school, residency, and the optional fellowship training. - The benefits of alternative career models like locum tenens for achieving work-life balance and greater control over personal schedules. - Effective strategies for preventing burnout and enhancing quality of life.

30 APR 2024 · In this episode, Tim is joined by Anne Anderson, a seasoned expert in the locum tenens industry, to explore the world of temporary healthcare staffing. With over three decades of experience, Anne delves into how locum tenens has reshaped the healthcare landscape, offering flexibility to healthcare professionals and ensuring communities receive the care they need. Tim and Anne also discuss: -  Anne's unexpected journey from an office manager to a leading figure in healthcare staffing - The evolution of locum tenens from a niche solution to a vital component of healthcare delivery - The importance of adaptability and work-life balance in healthcare for patients and providers - The personal stories of impact and resilience she's encountered along the way TAKEAWAYS - Embracing locum tenens as a career path can offer healthcare professionals unprecedented flexibility and work-life balance, which is crucial for their mental well-being and long-term career satisfaction. - The growth of locum tenens in the healthcare industry demonstrates the importance of adaptive staffing solutions in meeting the evolving needs of healthcare facilities and ensuring care continuity. - Working in various healthcare settings as a locum tenens professional broadens your clinical skills and enhances your adaptability to different work environments and patient needs. - Locum tenens is essential for addressing healthcare disparities, ensuring communities have access to quality healthcare services regardless of geographic or economic barriers.

16 APR 2024 · In this episode, we explore the significant challenges and strategies in physician recruitment with Carey Goryl, CEO of AAPPR. The discussion focuses on AAPPR's efforts to support healthcare organizations in finding, onboarding, and keeping the best physicians. Listeners will learn about: - AAPPR's key role in tackling the physician shortage and ensuring healthcare organizations have access to talented professionals. - The impact of physician shortages on healthcare, including the effects on patient care and the need for a diverse healthcare workforce. - Carey’s insights on leadership and culture within healthcare organizations, and their influence on recruitment and retention efforts.

2 APR 2024 · We need to make sure our physicians are qualified, but there’s always room for ensuring that the certification process honors the needs and realities of today’s medical and healthcare landscape. This week, Tim Fischer speaks with Karen Schatten, Associate Director of the National Board of Physician and Surgeons. Karen brings a sincere passion for addressing physician burnout, dissatisfaction with traditional certification pathways, and supporting the goal of lifelong learning among all healthcare professionals. She delves into how patients across the country are affected by a status quo that too often fails to keep physicians focused on their patients—or fails to keep them in the medical field altogether. Join us as we discuss: - The origin story for the National Board of Physicians and Surgeons - Why it’s vital for credentialing bodies and hospital administrations recognize and accept varied certification pathways - The problem with valuing the dollar over the data - How to ensure that administrative processes and requirements are adding true value

20 MAR 2024 · A pediatric neurosurgeon, his young patients, and their stories of grace and resilience. Olivia Reed sits down with pediatric neurosurgeon Dr. Jay Wellons to discuss his book “All That Moves Us” and his deeply moving personal experiences caring for children. Today Dr. Jay shares stories from his 21 years in the field and the resilience he has witnessed in his young patients. Olivia and Jay Discuss: Dr. Wellons' journey to writing "All That Moves Us" after experiencing his own medical crisis, a memorable emergency helicopter transport that saved a young girl's life, and the emotional highs and lows of being a pediatric neurosurgeon.

5 MAR 2024 · In this episode, Ted dives deep with special guest Corey Feist, and Dr. Stefanie Simmons, from the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation, and Tim Fischer of Jackson + Coker Locum Tenens to talk about their new partnership. They also focus on the critical issue of mental health and well-being in the healthcare industry, which boldly addresses these challenges through awareness, advocacy, and innovative solutions. Ted, Corey, Stephanie, and Tim also discuss… - The tragic inspiration behind the Foundation's mission - The importance of shifting from a transactional approach to a supportive relationship with healthcare workers - The impact of leadership on workforce well-being and patient care - The role of the Foundation in advocating for legislative improvements

20 FEB 2024 · “It seemed like the vagina was an organ that no one even thought of as an organ, just a big black box.” In this episode, Olivia Reed sits down with https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-golnoush-golshirazi-b7a11777/?originalSubdomain=ukCEO & Co-Founder at https://screenme.co.uk/. They discuss the shortcomings in women’s intimate health and the different challenges faced when it comes to academic education and educating women overall. Dr. Golnoush shares her own personal experience being diagnosed with endometriosis and how she is helping to fill the gap in women’s intimate health through ScreenMe. Olivia and Dr. Golnoush Golshirazi discuss: - Dr. Golnoush’s Personal Experience being Diagnosed with Endometriosis - Bridging the Gap in Women's Intimate Health - Addressing the Needs for Global Women's Health & Education - Empowerment in the Workplace for Women’s Health

6 FEB 2024 · Have you ever felt stuck in your career unable to escape daily frustrations? Unable to find long term work-life balance? For many physicians, they may have found another way. In this episode, Olivia Reed is joined by https://www.linkedin.com/in/drwilner/, Associate Professor of Neurology at https://www.uthsc.edu/They discuss Andrew’s experience as a locum tenens physician and the different challenges faced within his and others experiences. They also identify the benefits of locum tenens work, addressing shifts in medical practice, work-life balance, and the personal experiences of physicians who have successfully balanced clinical work, academia, and creative pursuits. Olivia and Andrew discuss: - The Different Ways Creativity is Expressed Among Physicians. - The Challenges and Benefits of Locum Tenens vs. Private Practices. - The Options a Physician has in Achieving Work-Life Balance

23 GEN 2024 · Do you really know what a Physician's Assistant (PA) job entails? How they trained and why should you trust them with your care? Too often PA’s are not given the credit and acknowledgement of the critical work they do. Our guest is here to debunk these misconceptions for you. https://www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-schlachter-pa-c-b14768/, Neurosurgery Clinical Director and Chief PA. Assistant Site Director of PA Services, https://www.mountsinai.org/, joins our host,Ted Weyn, to talk about the dynamic landscape of patient care, from referrals to surgical appointments. Leslie shares her personal journey, and insights into the evolving role of physician assistants, the emotional nuances of ptient interactions, and the unique challenges and triumphs in the realm of neurosurgery. Ted and Leslie discuss: - The Crucial Evolution of Physician Assistants in Neurosurgery. - Navigating Patient Preferences and Emotional Challenges in Neurosurgery Care. - Unveiling the Impact and Risks of Utilizing Social Media for Medical Education in Serious Specialties.

9 GEN 2024 · There is a crucial dialogue happening on patient-centered care and healthcare advocacy, and the intricate dance between policy changes and individual well-being. https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-charles-md/, Chief Medical Officer at https://allianceforpatientaccess.org/, joins the show to detail the challenges and triumphs of patient-centered care, sharing personal anecdotes and insights into the Alliance's tireless advocacy against abusive utilization management techniques within the healthcare system. Amidst the various healthcare policy debates, Dr. Charles focuses on something that cuts across them all: the crucial role physicians play in shaping policies that prioritize individualized treatment plans. Join us as we discuss: - The Alliance's mission to champion patient access through advocacy against prior authorization hurdles and non-medical switching - Training clinicians to become effective advocates, showcasing successful state-level initiatives for streamlined approvals after 72 hours - The intricate landscape of healthcare industry challenges, including mid-course changes by insurance companies, and a balanced exploration of alternative healthcare systems.