As we close out Women’s History Month, we are truly ending on a high note. This episode features Dr. Linda Suleiman, an Orthopedic Surgeon specialized in adult hip and knee replacement and reconstruction. (Dr. Suleiman was two years ahead of me at Howard University College of Medicine, so I’ve had the pleasure of knowing her …
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This week, Psychiatrist Dr. Kevin Simon joins the show to tackle this serious and extremely important topic. During this episode we discuss the history and culture of medicine that is steeped in paternalism. We talk about the progress that has been made on these fronts. Dr. Simon and I share examples that we observed and …
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As we continue to celebrate Women’s History Month, we are celebrating extra hard this week! Congratulations to Student-Doctor Osose Oboh on matching to the Internal Medicine residency program of her dreams. We were privileged to speak with her and listen to her journey . After working as a professional photographer, she completed a Masters degree …
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This week I’m discussing an incredibly relevant topic. I have received several Ig messages and e-mails about responsible social media use for physicians and other healthcare professionals. Honestly, it was great to read and review the opinions on this timely issue. Most of the content for this episode comes from the American Medical Association Code …
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As we continue to celebrate Women’s History Month, this week’s episode features Britney Robbins, founder and CEO of The Gray Matter Experience. After several years working in the field of Venture Capital, Britney was inspired to bring these concepts to the community of Black and Brown youth in Chicago. The Gray Matter Experience is celebrating …
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Is it ethical to provide financial compensation to patients receiving a COVID-19 vaccine? This week I’m discussing a question I have received several times. In this episode I discuss two proposed plans to pay $1,000 or more for being vaccinated. I discuss several ethical implications that should be addressed during this conversation. It is my …
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As we continue to celebrate Women’s History Month, we are thrilled to share the story of Dr. Patrice Smith, aka “The UnOrthoDoc”. As a Howard University College of Dentistry trained Orthodontist, she has done an amazing job of excelling in her field while broadening her own horizons. In addition to opening her own practice, Dr. …
Let’s talk about autonomy. It is one of the 4 standard principles of medical ethics, and personally, it is my favorite. Thankfully medicine moved away from paternalism and is now actually seeking patient preference and informed decision making. What does autonomy really mean? What does it mean for patients? What does it mean for physicians …
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March is Women’s History Month!! We are celebrating by featuring a lineup of some pretty incredible people. Dr. Safiya Lyn-Lassiter is an Emergency Medicine Physician and graduate of Meharry Medical College. She talks about her experiences in the ER and how she has progressed to take on additional leadership positions within her facility. Dr. Lyn-Lassiter …
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March is Women’s History Month!! We are celebrating by featuring a lineup of some pretty incredible people. Dr. Safiya Lyn-Lassiter is an Emergency Medicine Physician and graduate of Meharry Medical College. She talks about her experiences in the ER and how she has progressed to take on additional leadership positions within her facility. Dr. Lyn-Lassiter …
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