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On Part 2 of our episode with Dr. Mitchell Cohn, he continues his discussion on osteopathy: what makes good and bad research, the politics behind different therapies, and how it’s different from chiropractic. [00:51] Science is Ever-Evolving [04:30] How We End Up With Bad Information [08:48] Politics Behind PRP and Prolotherapy [11:05] Difference of Osteopathic Manipulation from Chiropractic Adjustments [15:33] Chiropractors are Also Physicians Full show notes

On the last episode of Season 4, Chase DiMarco is joined by Dr. Mitchell Cohn, a retired osteopathic physician and author of “Osteopathy and the Zombie Apocalypse: A Career Guide for Pre-Med & Pre-College Students”, to discuss the differences between pain treatment & pain management and his experience with PIT or Perineural Injection Therapy. [03:00] Differences in Pain Management vs Pain Treatment [08:32] The Different Osteopathic Approaches [11:08] Dr. Cohn Explains Perineural Injection Therapy [18:07] Stem Cells and Prolotherapy [23:45] The Medical Community on Perineural Injection Therapy Full show notes

Chase DiMarco talks to Dr. Amy Fogelman, MD. Dr. Amy is a board-certified Internal Medicine Specialist based in Massachusetts. She was a primary care doctor for 18 years before she expanded her career in the medical-legal field given her experience as an internist after seeking a career coach and realizing that she was giving her husband free medical-legal advice. She is passionate about internal medicine and medical education. After close to two decades as a primary care physician in the Boston area, Amy founded MED LAW Consulting in 2018. She pairs expert witnesses to attorneys in legal matters. She also provides training for newbie medical experts who are interested in starting this side gig.   [01:06] Burnout in Internal Medicine [03:17] Dr. Fogelman’s Background and How She Expanded Her Medical Career [06:00] Expanding your Career Beyond Clinical Practice [10:29] Dr. Fogelman and Her Experience with Harvard Medical Students [14:37] How Medical Students Can Impress Their Preceptor [18:18] Dr. Fogelman on UpToDate as a Secondary Source in Internal Medicine [20:39] Learning to Love Internal Medicine [22:38] Delay or Failure to Diagnose as a Medical Expert [25:37] The Responsibility in Working as a Team [29:34] Which Fields are More Likely to be Sued? [30:40] Differences of Being an MD and a Mid-Level Practitioner [33:45] Dr. Fogelman’s Words of Wisdom on the Medical-Legal Field [35:30] Where to find Dr. Amy Fogelman MD [35:58] Rewards and Options in Being a Physician Full show notes

Chase DiMarco talks to Brenda Thompson, a Graduate Medical Education (GME) expert with over ten years of experience in residency-related accreditation, education, and other similar topics. They discuss assessment criteria for residency evaluations, professional maturity during residency, and the adoption of behavioral assessments in the hospital setting.  [01:24] Brenda Thompson’s Background and Roles in GME [03:45] Changing Medicine and Medical Education for the Better [06:24] The SWOT Analysis During Residency [08:31] Comparing the Six ACGME Requirements to the Core EPAs [10:15] Assessment Criteria for Residency Evaluations [14:45] Residency Orientation and Its Effects on Students [18:25] The Adoption of Behavioral Assessment in the Hospital Setting [19:40] Positive Attitude and Professionalism During Residency [23:20] How to Exhibit Professional Maturity During Residency  Full show notes

Chase DiMarco talks to Dr. Abdullah Chahin who is board certified in both infectious diseases and critical care medicine. He is also an assistant professor and the program director for internal medicine at Brown University’s School of Medicine. He also holds a teaching position at Tufts University School of Medicine. Chase and Dr. Chahin discuss the current state of medical education, its challenges, and the changes that can be made it to improve it. [02:28] Biggest Challenge Facing Today’s Residents [05:42] Managing Residents’ Expectations [07:35] Residency Application & Medical Knowledge [14:32] How can International Medical Graduates Stand Out? [20:00] Dr. Chahin’s Advice to Medical Students and Residents Full show notes

Chase DiMarco talks to Dr. Basil Kahwash, a board-certified allergist/immunologist who manages asthma, allergies, rare immunodeficiency conditions, and targeted biologic treatments. They talk about challenges facing allergy and immunology residents, the advantages of sub-specialization, and choosing the right residency program.   [01:07] Challenges Facing Allergy and Immunology Residents [06:15] Designated Path to a Career in Allergy and Immunology [07:31] Allergy and Immunology Training in Internal Medicine [10:56] Interesting Sub-specialties in Allergy and Immunology [14:30] Benefits of Choosing a Career in Internal Medicine [17:58] The pros of Sub-specializing [19:19] Choosing the Right Residency/Fellowship Program [22:20] Tips for Pursuing a Career in Allergy and Immunology Full show notes

Chase DiMarco talks to Dr. Alen Juginovic, a medical doctor and postdoc at Harvard Medical School, Department of Neurobiology. He is also the author of "Introduction to Sleep Medicine," which focuses on the physiology and pathophysiology of sleep, sleep disorders, and the circadian rhythm. They talk about sleep medicine, communicating science to the general public, and keeping up with scientific literature.  [01:09] Challenges Facing Residents in Sleep Medicine [06:02] Introduction to Sleep Medicine [07:14] The Hot Science Balloon Project [09:35] Communicating Science to the General Public [13:10] Why Experts Should Explain Their Science to the Layperson [14:30] The Role of the Science Experts in Developing Public Policy [15:55] How to Keep up with New Scientific Literature [19:10] Why Facts Don't Change Our Minds [23:40] Fake Science and the Knowledge Crisis [26:08] Strategies and Tools for Communicating Science to the General Public [28:21] Tips for Pursuing a Career Medicine  Full show notes

Chase DiMarco talks to Dr. Alya Khan, an Occupational Medicine Residency Program Director and Assistant Clinical Professor at UC, Irvine. They talk about challenges facing OEM residents, how to stand out during OEM residency applications, and the best-kept secrets in medicine.    [00:57] Challenges Facing Residents in Occupational and Environmental Medicine [05:14] What is Occupational and Environmental Medicine? [08:37] Physician Opportunities in OEM [10:10] The Shortage of OEM Physicians [12:50] How to Stand out During OEM Residency Application [14:45] What to Avoid when Applying for OEM Residency Positions [18:09] Networking Tips for a Career in OEM Full show notes

Chase DiMarco talks to Dr. Lindsey Shipley and Dr. Jack Penner from The Clinical Problem Solvers Podcast, a podcast that examines medicine's clinical mindsets and critical thinking aspects. They talk about the process of clinical problem-solving, interview tips on a successful interview season, and the characteristics of an ideal internal medicine resident.    [01:55] The Main Differences Between Basic Science and Clinical Learning [05:30] Problems Affecting Residents in Internal Medicine [11:23] Interview Tips for a Successful Interview Season  [16:25] Desirable Traits of an Ideal Internal Residency Applicant [18:19] Assessing the Process of Clinical Problem Solving [21:50] Mastering Foundational Illnesses [24:25] System 1 and System 2 Clinical Reasoning Full show notes

Chase DiMarco talks to Dr. Frank Okosun, an internal medicine specialist providing evidence-based medical care in both hospital and outpatient settings. He also has a particular interest in chronic disease management and occupational health. They talk about telemedicine, challenges facing residents in internal medicine, and strong residency letters of recommendation. [00:50] Challenges Facing Residents in Internal Medicine [02:10] Dr. Okusun’s Background in Occupational Health and Safety  [04:38] Family Medicine Versus Internal Medicine [07:22] Internal Medicine: Things you Should Know as a Medical Student [08:58] What is Telemedicine? [11:40] Tips for Students Applying for Residency Positions in Internal Medicine [13:20] Strong Residency Letters of Recommendation [15:11] The Competitive Nature of Internal Medicine [17:41] Qualities of an Exceptional Internal Medicine Student [21:19] Advice to Aspiring Internal Medicine Practitioners Full show notes

Chase DiMarco talks to Dr. Barry Julius, an associate radiology residency director at Saint Barnabas Medical Center. He is also the CEO of Dr. Resident, Inc and the chief editor at RadsResident.com. They talk about international medical graduates in the US, finding the right radiology residency programs, and the qualities of an exceptional radiology resident.   [00:54] Creating Content for Radiology Residents [03:10] The Lack of Career Resources for Radiology Residents [04:23] Challenges Facing Radiology Residency [07:35] International Medical Graduates in the US [09:50] How to Stand Out During Match Week [13:33] Qualities of an Exceptional Radiology Resident [16:30] Factors to Consider Before Settling on Radiology   Full show notes

Chase DiMarco talks to Dr. Tonya Caylor, a family physician with over 20 years of experience and 12+ years in academics. She is also a certified professional coach working with family medicine residency programs and individual residents. They discuss time management techniques in medicine, embracing feedback during training, and the benefits of gratitude in healthcare. [00:54] The Biggest Challenges Facing Residents in Family Medicine [02:01] The Joy in Family Medicine [03:47] Family Medicine Residents in Alaska [05:30] Benefits of Embracing Feedback [07:01] The Feedback Sandwich  [08:25] Key Time Management Techniques in Medicine [11:42] How to Develop a Gratitude Practice [16:14] Understanding the Thoughts, Feelings, Actions Cycle Full show notes

Dr. Forrest Jones talks about end-of-life care, the stigma surrounding doctors in family medicine, and delivering bad news to your patients.  [00:50] Getting to know Dr. Forrest Jones [04:00] Negative Stigma Facing Generalists in Family Medicine [08:29] A Doctor's Guide to End-of-Life Care [16:55] How to Deliver Bad News to Your Patients [29:35] Dr. Forrest's Advice to Physicians and Medical Student's Full show notes

Chase DiMarco talks to Dr. Kelly Casperson a practicing urologist. Dr. Casperson is passionate about female pelvic health and incorporates surgical and non-surgical treatment options in her discussions with patients. [00:40] How Dr. Casperson Is Changing Medicine for the Better [03:19] International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health (ISSWSH) [06:28] Advice for Med Students Considering Urology [11:04] Female Reproductive Health and Urology [12:22] Characteristics of the Ideal Urologist [13:08] Fellowships Associated with Urology [14:27] Myths, Limiting Beliefs, the Arrival Fallacy [17:03] Picking a Good Mate [18:21] Dr. Casperson's Podcast: You Are Not Broken Full show notes

Dr. Amelia Bueche, founder & program director at Coaching for Institutions, talks about the field of osteopathic medicine, the concept of worthiness, and the application of osteopathic philosophy beyond the clinical setting.  [02:52] What is osteopathic medicine? [05:52] The concept of worthiness in medicine [09:01] The ‘and’ statement in medicine [12:30] How to properly leverage the ‘and’ statement [16:05] The ‘I am’ exercise [19:36] The application of osteopathic philosophy beyond the clinical setting [23:06] The main difference between osteopathic manipulation and other forms of medicine Full show notes Comments, questions, concerns? Leave us a voicemail.

Chase DiMarco talks to Dr. Greg Rodden about work-life balance during residency, managing student loans, and how living expenses and taxes can affect your residency journey.   [01:59] Work-life Balance During Residency [06:40] Finding Time for Hobbies and Extracurricular Activities [12:24] How to Find Reading Time During Residency [13:14] Coexisting with People with Different Views from Yourself [17:18] Side Gigs and Extra Income [18:27] Managing Student Loans [24:30] Why Living Expenses and Taxes Should not Affect Your Residency Location [26:51] How to Approach Insurance Covers  [29:07] Transport Costs and Saving Money [32:30] Do Resident Doctors Need to Invest?   Leave us a message Full show notes

Dr. Greg Rodden talks about how to handle anxiety on your first day of residency, build relationships with hospital staff, and how and when to prepare for your step 3 exams.    [01:20] What to Prepare for in Your First Day of Residency [08:51] Are sub-internships important?  [11:20] How to create and build relationships with your other team members [15:48] How to Handle Your First Day in a Clinic or a Hospital [19:20] Educational Material to Utilize While Working Full-time [21:24] How to Prepare for Your Step 3 Exams   Full show notes

Dr. Gregg Rodden, a second-year pediatric resident in Austin, Texas, talks about how to transition into residency, planning and choosing a rotation, and the intricacies of work-life balance during clinical rotation.     [06:07] How to transition from med school into residency [09:20] Preparing for rotations [14:23] How to plan and choose a rotation [17:01] Gaining the most out of a rotation [21:37] Perfecting work-life balance during clinical rotations   Full show notes

Dr. Stephen Beeson, family medicine physician and two-time best-selling author, discusses clinician excellence and the core competencies important for physicians.   [00:51] How Dr. Beeson Is Changing Medicine for the Better [01:41] Clinician Excellence and What It Entails [05:06] Establishing Patient Trust and Connectivity [11:39] How to be a Good Colleague [16:42] Proper Utilization of Tools and Resources [23:13] Dr. Beeson’s Advice to Medical Students and Residents   Full show notes

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