Writing Therapy - Work Life Balance for Clinicians
Southern Medicine Podcast
In this episode of Writing Therapy, SMA Education Committee Vice Chair Dr. Richard Leggett sits down with Dr. Carey Robinson, a retired ophthalmologist whose creative journey has taken him well beyond the exam room. Known by his pen name “Dr. Crawdaddy,” a nod to his Louisiana roots and LSU background, Dr. Robinson shares how writing has become a meaningful outlet in retirement. From a children’s book (Yes! That's What I Do Best!) and a collection of life lessons (The Last Sip of Coffee) to an Advent devotional and two upcoming works-in-progress, his projects illustrate his passion for...
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3 Tips to Save Time Charting
Southern Medicine Podcast
In this episode, Randy Glick, BSB/PM, MCP, speaks with Erica D., MSN, FNP-BC, a full-time nurse practitioner and founder of The Nurse Practitioner Charting School. Erica's mission is to help clinicians reduce charting time and reclaim their personal lives, offering practical tips to combat burnout and improve work-life balance. She'll share insights on the impact of charting at home, three time-saving strategies for busy providers, and the potential role of AI medical scribes.
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POCUS at the Bedside: Rapidly Differentiating CHF from COPD Exacerbations
Southern Medicine Podcast
In this episode, Tatiana Havryliuk, MD, and Randy Glick, BSB/PM, MCP, examine how point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) can help primary care providers differentiate between congestive heart failure (CHF) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbations in real-time. They discuss a compelling case that highlights how POCUS led to rapid diagnosis and appropriate treatment, avoiding unnecessary delays and hospitalizations. Dr. Tatiana Havryliuk is an emergency physician and founder of Hello Sono. With 15 years of experience using POCUS in diverse settings, from urban EDs to Everest Base...
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The Vertically Integrated Trainee Program (VITP): Continued Progress Connecting Undergraduate and Medical Students
Southern Medicine Podcast
The Vertically Integrated Trainee Program (VITP), now rebranded as MedConnect, at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine - Columbia, is transforming the pathway for premedical students by fostering mentorship, reducing disparities, and creating sustainable opportunities for those without traditional connections to the field. This episode of SMA’s Physicians-in-Training Podcast explores the program’s mission, vision, and guiding principles, as well as the unique aspects that set it apart. Moderated by Donald DiPette, MD, FACP, FAHA, Logan Hitchcock, BS; Greyson Fox...
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Introduction to Landmark Hypertension Studies during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Practical Clinical Implications
Southern Medicine Podcast
During SMA's 2023 Annual Scientific Assembly, Donald DiPette, MD, FACP, FAHA, discussed the current unsatisfactory hypertension control rates and the need for a new management and treatment approach, as well as barriers to achieving hypertension control with a particular focus on patient-related barriers. He also detailed the the importance of including the patient as part of the management and treatment “team” and presented approaches to include the patient in their hypertension treatment plan.
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The Ins and Outs of Point-of-Care Ultrasound for DVT Evaluation in Primary Care
Southern Medicine Podcast
Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is a transformative tool for diagnosing deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in primary care. After this podcast, during which Tatiana Havryliuk, MD, and Randy Glick, BSB/PM, MCP discuss this important element of care, you will understand the benefits of POCUS for DVT rule-out, basic techniques, and strategies to mitigate liability. Dr. Tatiana Havryliuk is an emergency physician and founder of Hello Sono. With 15 years of experience using POCUS in diverse settings, from urban EDs to Everest Base Camp, she is dedicated to extending its benefits to more patients. With...
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Pneumonia Diagnosis at the Bedside
Southern Medicine Podcast
In this episode, Tatiana Havryliuk, MD, and Randy Glick, BSB/PM, MCP, dive into a real-life case where a primary care doctor used POCUS to diagnose pneumonia in a patient with a cough, leading to quick and effective treatment. They discuss the evidence behind lung ultrasound, what the ultrasound revealed in this case, and how it made a difference for the patient. Join them to explore how POCUS is making primary care more efficient, accurate, and patient-focused. Dr. Tatiana Havryliuk is an emergency physician and founder of Hello Sono. With 15 years of experience using POCUS in diverse...
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COVID-19 Testing and Treatment
Southern Medicine Podcast
Dr. Pragna Patel, MD, MPH, Chief Medical Officer at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services/Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), provided an overview of COVID-19 testing and treatment during her presentation at SMA's 2023 Annual Scientific Assembly. Her discussion covered the epidemiology of COVID-19, including current circulating variants; SARS-CoV-2 testing recommendations, and COVID-19 treatment guidance. She also addressed approaches to patients with influenza-like illness.
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Sports Medicine Talk on Hand and Upper Extremity Part I
Southern Medicine Podcast
Presented by David Netscher, MD, this session details common sports injuries affecting the hand and upper extremity. Dr. Netscher discusses evidence-based diagnostic techniques and management strategies and reviews the latest advancements and rehabilitation protocols in treating hand and upper extremity injuries.
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Medical Cannabis Science and Pain Management
Southern Medicine Podcast
Autry Parker, MD, a board-certified, fellowship-trained anesthesiologist specializing in the interventional treatment of severe spinal and neuromuscular pain, discusses medical cannabis science and pain management during SMA's 2023 Annual Scientific Assembly.
info_outlineMentoring is important for both professional and personal development in medical education. In this podcast, Drs. Andrew Sephien, Danielle Gulick, and Ambuj Kumar discuss why mentoring is necessary, as well as provide insight into common qualities and barriers that medical students believe are associated with successful mentors and mentoring relationships. They also detail what led them to conduct a study focusing on mentoring, the findings of which appear in their Southern Medical Journal article, “Prevalence of, Qualities, and Barriers Associated with Mentoring Relationships from Medical Students’ Perspective: A Multi-Institutional Cross-Sectional Study” hat they coauthored with Drs. Leigh Hatch, Jordan Karsch, and Karim Hanna.