Best Virtual Critical Care Podcasts (2025)

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How to Stay Soft AND Strong: Our Virtual Event 48:26

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425. How to Stay Soft AND Strong: Our Virtual Event Live from the We Can Do Hard Things book tour, Glennon, Abby, and Amanda share an unfiltered, heart-opening conversation about what it means to be fully alive in a world that feels both terrifying and beautiful. They dive into the messy truths of this moment—and answer powerful questions from the …

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Don’t Tread on Me: A July 4th Wake-Up Call 8:29

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Listen to this 8-minute rally cry before Independence Day. 250 years into the American experiment, it's time to remember: July 4th isn’t about loyalty—it’s about resistance. About dissent, demand, and dignity. About overthrowing tyranny and reclaiming the promise of liberty for all. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit:…

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We’re Taking Patriotism Back with Heather Cox Richardson 1:02:48

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424. We’re Taking Patriotism Back with Heather Cox Richardson Historian, writer, and truth-teller Heather Cox Richardson joins us to expose how patriotism has been hijacked by those undermining democracy, equality, and truth—and to show us how to reclaim it as a force for justice, unity, and hope. -Debunking the myth of rugged individualism—and rev…

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Paediatric acute behavioural disturbance 56:05

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In this episode of Clinical Conversations, we explore the complexities of managing acute behavioural disturbance (ABD) in children and adolescents—a small but increasingly common and high-risk cohort. Host James Oswald and AV Medical Director Dr. David Anderson are joined by paediatric emergency physician Dr. Claire Wilkin, who brings deep expertis…

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Christen Press & Tobin Heath Protect What Matters Most (Best Of) 59:31

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Three soccer legends and Glennon go on an epic double date! Our beloved Pod Squader, Christen Press, is back with Tobin Heath to share their revolutionary reimagining of what life and love look like when you protect the sacred – and the resistance in doing things quietly and privately, especially within the queer community. How to be free and indep…

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What Is Our Rage Telling Us? with Dr. Becky Kennedy (Best Of) 53:03

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Dr. Becky Kennedy is back to discuss something rarely talked about: “mom rage” – and the crucial connection between anger and our unmet needs. What leads to these explosive moments – and why it's more common than we might think; How understanding the story behind the rage moment can help us figure out what led to it and what we need. The impact of …

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Doctor Virtual Assistant: Cut Admin Time, Boost Care 5:23

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Are you a physician drowning in paperwork and late-night charting? Discover how a doctor virtual assistant can help you reclaim your time, reduce burnout, and improve patient care. In this episode, we dive into what a doctor virtual assistant does—and why more practices are making the switch to this powerful solution. To unpack how hiring a cheap v…

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When Dr. Google Meets ChatGPT: What You Need to Know Before Self-Diagnosing 11:58

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Send us a text Remember when "Dr. Google" changed healthcare forever? Those days of patients arriving with self-diagnoses have evolved into something new – now it's "ChatGPT told me I should be doing this." As healthcare providers navigating this rapidly changing landscape, we're seeing both the incredible potential and concerning pitfalls of AI in…

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The Use of Virtual Reality in Pediatric Surgery

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Mark Ryan, MD, MSPH, FACS, discusses the use of virtual reality and 3D imaging in pediatric surgery, and the impact it has on planning, outcomes and the future of pediatric procedures.By Children’s Mercy Kansas City

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Mean Girls & Mothers-in-Law: HOW TO DEAL 53:36

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423. Mean Girls & Mothers-in-Law: HOW TO DEAL Amanda, Glennon, and Abby talk parenting through kid conflict, why girls are taught to avoid confrontation, and how to raise kids who trust themselves. They dig into the real longing beneath criticism—especially with mothers-in-law—and why getting vulnerable is braver than getting loud. Plus, Abby share…

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Outsourcing Medical Billing: What Clinics Must Know 4:08

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If your practice is overwhelmed with paperwork, denied claims, or inefficient billing systems, you’re not alone. In this episode of The Healthcare Pulse, we uncover the benefits of professional medical billing outsourcing solutions with Sanju Zachariah, Operations Manager at Portiva. From reduced staffing costs to faster reimbursements, this episod…

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Reimagining Rehab: XR and Innovation in Health Education 31:40

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Advancing Health Care Through Simulation – Episode with Dr. Martin Ferguson-Pell In this episode, host Lisa George welcomes Dr. Martin Ferguson-Pell, Professor in the Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of Alberta. A trailblazer in simulation-based healthcare innovation, Dr. Ferguson-Pell shares how his team leverages XR (Extended …

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Navigating Kidney Transplants: The Adolescent Journey

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Discover the unique challenges faced by adolescent kidney transplant recipients and their families in this deep dive into patient-centered assessments. Host Dr. Mike and pediatric nephrologist Dr. Judith Van Sickle discuss barriers to medical adherence and the importance of a supportive network in optimizing health outcomes for young patients.…

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Dawn Staley on Knowing (and Demanding) Your Worth 55:07

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422. Dawn Staley on Knowing (and Demanding) Your Worth Legendary coach and three-time Olympic gold medalist Dawn Staley joins us to talk about what it means to lead—with heart, grit, and unapologetic honesty. She shares: -The one lesson from her mother that shaped her entire coaching philosophy -How she stood up to her university and negotiated equ…

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Cheryl Strayed Tells Us What the Hell to Do Next (Best Of) 1:08:14

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How to end a relationship lovingly, how to love an addict, and how to keep surprising yourself in midlife (buy the tap dancing shoes). Plus, why Cheryl decided to cut down her drinking. For our past episodes with Cheryl, listen to ⁠Episode 118 Cheryl Strayed: Don’t Let Your Dreams Ruin Your Life⁠ and ⁠Episode 119 It’s Okay to Want What You Want: Ch…

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CARE-FRONTATIONS: Three Keys for Giving & Receiving Criticism (Best Of) 1:00:36

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1. What happens inside us when we receive criticism–and how our brains ensure we’re always in the right (even when we’re not). 2. The three-ingredient recipe for a positive, productive “care-frontation” exchange. 3. The single biggest relationship killer (it’s not conflict) – and how conflict can bring you closer. 4. Amanda navigates a “care-fronta…

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Transforming Clinics with Medical Virtual Assistants 4:11

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Tired of juggling charts, calls, and chaos in your clinic? Discover how medical virtual assistance is transforming healthcare workflows, one task at a time. In this episode, we break down how virtual help—real, trained healthcare staff—can streamline operations, reduce burnout, and free up time for what matters most: your patients. Join Arthur and …

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Implementing Outsourced Prior Authorization Solutions | Efficient Healthcare Support 3:44

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Tired of endless paperwork and prior auth delays? In this episode of The Modern Practice, we dive deep into efficient prior authorization solutions that are helping healthcare providers reclaim valuable time. Host Emily speaks with Sanju Zachariah, CEO of Portiva, to uncover how clinics can slash turnaround time, reduce staff burnout, and improve p…

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How to Stop the War, the Bill & the Trump Regime with Sen. Elizabeth Warren 55:21

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421. How to Stop the War, the Bill & the Trump Regime with Sen. Elizabeth Warren If you, like us, have been active in fighting our descent into facism, but are wondering what the Democratic party’s plan is to stop the Trump regime, join us as we ask Senator Elizabeth Warren today what the Democratic party is doing – and what we can do. Listen to th…

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Clinical Medical Assistant vs Medical Assistant: Key Facts 4:07

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In today’s episode, we’re breaking down the key differences between two commonly confused healthcare roles: clinical medical assistant vs medical assistant. If you’re considering a career in the medical field or managing a healthcare team, understanding the distinct responsibilities, training requirements, and workplace expectations for these roles…

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What Does a Medical Scribe Do? A Full Breakdown of This Critical Role 3:54

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Ever wondered What Does a Medical Scribe Do? It dives into the real-world benefits of hiring a medical scribe with guest expert Sanju Zachariah, CEO of Portiva. Whether you're drowning in documentation or curious about optimizing your workflow, this conversation breaks down how medical scribes handle real-time charting so providers can focus on pat…

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What Glennon Saw at LA Protests & Immigration Court with Lillian Aponte Miranda 1:08:12

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420. What Glennon Saw at LA Protests & Immigration Court with Lillian Aponte Miranda We’re in the midst of hard things: ICE raids are escalating, fascism is rising—and unaccompanied immigrant children, some as young as two, are being forced to face U.S. immigration court alone. In this urgent episode, Glennon, Abby, and Amanda speak with Lillian Ap…

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How to Create Your Own Belonging with Michelle Zauner (Best Of) 1:01:17

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Michelle Zauner on how to begin healing our mother wounds, using her sensitivity to deepen her relationships and be a rockstar, why she’s obsessed with sheetcake and winnebagos, and why she is still “afraid of her mental health.” About Michelle: MICHELLE ZAUNER is best known as a singer and guitarist who creates dreamy, shoegaze-inspired indie pop …

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HELP: How to Ask for the Help You Need (Best Of) 1:05:04

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1. Why sharing your messy middle with someone is a gift and connection builder, not a burden. 2. The reasons why we don’t ask for the help we desperately need. 3. “Vague favs” and why are they a hard No for Amanda. 4. Abby, Glennon, and Amanda each share something they need help with right now. 5. The science behind Help as one of the most effectiv…

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Sermorelin vs. Testosterone: Understanding the Critical Differences 11:08

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Send us a text Curious about peptides versus testosterone? Wondering which might be right for your health goals? This deep-dive comparison could save you from serious complications down the road. Nurse practitioners Kelli White and Nicole Baldwin break down the essential differences between Sermorelin (a peptide) and testosterone replacement therap…

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How to Stay Human with Suleika Jaouad 1:03:11

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419. How to Stay Human with Suleika Jaouad Artist and New York Times bestselling author, Suleika Jaouad, returns to discuss the importance of creative processes for staying human. -The surprising ways attachment theory shapes our creative expression and self-worth. -Challenges artists face when promoting their work—and how Glennon and Suleika resis…

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Clinical Update 27:28

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Your monthly clinical update covering:Clinical Practice 03:10 – Respiratory CPG Update: Pulmonary edema, COVID, ILI, paediatric asthma changes coming soon. 04:00 – First Responder Analgesia: Supply challenges beingaddressed; updates coming. 05:10 – Button Batteries: New blue dye marker—importantvisual sign but not universally present. 06:00 – Mushr…

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Medical Scribe Duties: What They Do and Why They Matter 3:52

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If you’re a healthcare professional buried in EMRs, this is the episode for you. We sit down with Sanju Zachariah, President of Portiva, to break down the full spectrum of medical scribe duties and how these documentation experts are revolutionizing provider workflows. Discover how medical scribe duties extend beyond note-taking to include real-tim…

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Why You Can’t Pay Attention—And How to Get It Back with Dr. Amishi Jha 1:02:51

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418. Why You Can’t Pay Attention—And How to Get It Back with Dr. Amishi Jha Director of Contemplative Neuroscience and Professor of Psychology at the University of Miami, Dr. Amishi Jha joins us to discuss how we can cultivate and develop our attention in a way that allows us to maximize the meaning, fulfillment, and joy in our lives. -The three ty…

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What’s Your FAMILY DRAMA Style? with Nedra Glover Tawwab (Best Of) 1:01:14

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We all want tools to navigate (and minimize!) family drama. Today, Nedra Glover Tawwab teaches us how we can create drama free families: How to speak up for yourself when it feels like going against the group; Why confrontation is often the kindest thing; When, exactly, we should bring up conflict & when to let it go; The most loving way a parent c…

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How to Get More Joy with Martha Beck (Best Of) 53:12

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1. Why it’s important to prioritize our own needs, wants, and feelings–and how that creates freedom and peace for those we love. 2. What Glennon says was the hardest thing about telling her kids that Craig and she were getting a divorce–and how truth telling frees us all. 3. Martha’s helpful strategy for how to choose freedom over fear when we’re f…

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Living with Bipolar Disorder: Cameron Esposito 58:49

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424. Living with Bipolar Disorder: Cameron Esposito Stand-up comedian, actor, writer and friend, Cameron Esposito joins us for a conversation about being diagnosed and living with bipolar disorder. -Cameron takes us inside a manic episode and shares what it really felt like-The beauty and heartbreak of loving someone with a mental illness-What it m…

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How Their Friendship Became a Revolution | Leisha Hailey & Kate Moennig of The L Word 03, 2025 51:29

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416. How Their Friendship Became a Revolution | Leisha Hailey & Kate Moennig of The L Word Leisha Hailey and Kate Moennig, stars of The L Word, discuss their new book, “So Gay for You: Friendship, Found Family, and the Show That Started It All,” an intimate, hilarious memoir of art, friendship and queerness. How Kate and Leisha met; their first imp…

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The Best Advice We’ve Ever Received (Best Of) 54:27

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The Best Advice We’ve Ever Received Today, Glennon, Abby, and Amanda remember – and share! – the best advice they’ve ever received: How to honor your needs and become the ultimate expert of you; Why we all need a friend who believes in our greatness; How to encourage your kids to live open-hearted; And why Glennon’s truest thing is that she doesn’t…

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How to Find DELIGHT Today (and Every Day) with Ross Gay (Best Of) 1:02:11

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Ross Gay teaches us how to notice delight and joy in our everyday lives. We discuss: concrete ways to rediscover and capture joy every day; how to rebuild your “delight muscle”; how to dissolve the myth of disconnection between us; and how to “unknow” our people so we can delight in them. About Ross: Ross Gay is an American poet, essayist, and prof…

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Sermorelin: The Natural Boost Your Body Needs After 40 10:49

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Send us a text Peptides have taken the wellness world by storm, but separating science from hype can be challenging. Nurse practitioners Nicole Baldwin and Kelly White cut through the noise to deliver a straightforward explanation of Sermorelin - a synthetic peptide that works with your body's natural systems to combat age-related decline. "Peptide…

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Are You Addicted to Drama? How to Know & How to Fix it with Dr. Scott Lyons 59:49

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415. Are You Addicted to Drama? How to Know & How to Fix it with Dr. Scott Lyons Dr. Scott Lyons, a licensed holistic psychologist and author, discusses the concept of drama addiction. He explains the physiological and psychological mechanisms behind this addiction, how to know if you have one, and how we can begin to break free from these cycles. …

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Paediatric assessment, consultation and virtual emergency care 57:39

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James Oswald and Dr David Anderson explore how consultation has evolved from a perceived weakness to a hallmark of clinical maturity. They discuss the growing role of virtual emergency care, particularly the Victorian Virtual Emergency Department (VVED), in supporting paramedics with decision-making—especially when assessing young infants. Joined b…

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Candace Parker: WHAT’S THE COST OF GREATNESS? 56:35

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414. Candace Parker: WHAT’S THE COST OF GREATNESS? Basketball legend, Candace Parker, joins Abby and Amanda to discuss her illustrious career, her new book, The Can Do Mindset, and explore themes of ambition, sacrifice, and the cost of greatness. -The surprising reason Candace doesn’t like fame, and what she wants instead -Candace’s distinction bet…

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QUITTING: When is it time to let something or someone go? (Best Of) 1:03:13

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1. The one question to ask yourself when deciding whether it’s time to quit something. 2. Why Glennon actually believes that quitting each day is necessary for her survival. 3. The big quits that led Abby to Glennon. 4. Amanda’s unexpected great relief—and hope for your relief—in learning about how we’re all just as happy as we’re ever going to be.…

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SCCM Pod-542: Strengthening Confidence and Collaboration Through Fundamentals Training 30:43

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Mark E. Hamill, MD, FCCM, a trauma surgeon, intensivist, and past chair of the Society of Critical Care Medicine’s (SCCM) Fundamental Critical Care Support (FCCS) Committee, discusses the evolution, impact, and future of training of critical care. In this SCCM podcast, Dr. Hamill reflects on his decade-long journey with FCCS, beginning with local i…

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How to Love Your Body Now with Carson Tueller (Best Of) 1:05:55

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1. The question Carson’s sister asked that made him radically reimagine his life. 2. Why Carson is having the best sex of his life. 3. How Carson received sign-off from his Mormon Bishop for his first queer date. 4. The accident that left Carson paralyzed from the chest down at 23. 5. How ableism hurts us all. About Carson: Carson Tueller is a coac…

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SCCM Pod-541: Neurologic Monitoring in Critical Care: Key Insights 32:15

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Aarti Sarwal, MD, FAAN, FNCS, FCCM, professor of neurology at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System, explores the nuanced intersection of neurology and critical care, offering practical insights for clinicians across disciplines. Dr. Sarwal shares her perspective on the unique challenges of managing neurocritically ill patients, particular…

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SCCM Pod-540: Advancing ARDS Care Through Precision Medicine 30:23

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In this forward-looking episode of the SCCM Podcast, Daniel F. McAuley, MD, explores how the clinical and research communities are rethinking acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), shifting from a one-size-fits-all model to a focus on identifying and targeting modifiable traits. Building on his Thought Leader Session at the 2024 Critical Care …

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7 Questions To Reclaim Yourself with Dr. Thema Bryant 1:04:15

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413. 7 Questions To Reclaim Yourself with Dr. Thema Bryant Psychologist, author, professor, and minister, Dr. Thema Bryant, joins us to explore how to rebuild a relationship with yourself and why healing that relationship is the foundation for real connection with others. -The essential shift to stop believing your wounded self is your whole self -…

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Trusting Yourself Again with Dr. Hillary McBride 1:01:02

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412. Trusting Yourself Again with Dr. Hillary McBride Psychologist and researcher, Dr. Hillary McBride, joins us to discuss healing spiritual wounds and learning to trust yourself again. -Why every family is a religion—and every adult is healing from it-How we lose touch with our own needs and desires—and the steps to reconnect and trust ourselves …

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How to Become a Prior Authorization Specialist Guide 4:05

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Curious about breaking into healthcare without wearing scrubs or working hospital shifts? In this episode, we explore a meaningful, flexible career path that’s gaining traction fast. Learn how to start a rewarding role that connects patients, providers, and insurance companies all from behind the scenes. Sanju Zachariah from Portiva joins us to dis…

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Insurance Authorization Specialist Remote Made Easy 3:59

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If insurance authorizations are constantly clogging up your workflow, this episode is for you. We’re diving into how an Insurance Authorization Specialist Remote can remove administrative bottlenecks and help your clinic run more efficiently. With fewer delays and more time for patient care, remote support just makes sense. Sanju Zachariah from Por…

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Remote Authorization Specialist Helps Clinics Thrive 3:49

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Tired of authorizations stealing time from patient care? In this episode, we explore how a Remote Authorization Specialist can lift the admin burden off your clinical team. From reducing paperwork to syncing seamlessly with your EHR, this remote role is transforming how modern practices operate. Sanju Zachariah from Portiva explains how Remote Auth…

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Pre Authorization Specialist Remote Simplifies Insurance 3:52

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Managing insurance paperwork doesn’t have to feel like a full-time job. In this episode, we uncover how working with a Pre Authorization Specialist Remote can transform a clinic’s workflow. From speeding up approvals to reducing admin strain, this remote solution is streamlining practices everywhere. Sanju Zachariah from Portiva joins us to explain…