In Episode 33, we walk you through the progression of scientific consensus on emerging evidence for a new disease... we promise, it's not as boring as this sentence. We talk about how scientists synthesize evidence to recommend treatments and preventative measures for emerging health crises. Beware of Bhuchitis. Please subscribe to A nurse and a doctor walk into a lab... (ANDWIL) wherever you get your podcasts, and consider supporting us on Patreon: patreon.com/ANurseandaDoctorWalkintoa...
In Episode 32, we chat about mentorship with William Catherino, MD, PhD, Professor and Vice Chair of Research at Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. We discuss the qualities of a good mentor (and a bad mentor) and how to seek mentorship early in your career. Bhuchitra gets therapized. Please subscribe to A nurse and a doctor walk into a lab... (ANDWIL) wherever you get your podcasts, and consider supporting us on Patreon: patreon.com/ANurseandaDoctorWalkintoaLab Send...
In Episode 31, we talk about acting and the role of standardized patients in medical education. We discuss the use of acting as a medium in medical education, the pros and cons of using standardized patients in practice and assessment of medical skills, and how one could become a standardized patient. Holly reminisces about her great acting skills. Please subscribe to A nurse and a doctor walk into a lab... (ANDWIL) wherever you get your podcasts, and consider supporting us on Patreon: ...
In Episode 30, we chat with Tanika Gray Valbrun, an award-winning journalist, educator and non-profit founder with a passion for women’s health. We talk about her passion for storytelling, how to become a champion of one's own story, and how storytelling brings power to lived experiences. Bhuchitra has a moment of reflection on why he chose to become a physician. Please subscribe to A nurse and a doctor walk into a lab... (ANDWIL) wherever you get your podcasts, and consider suppo...
In Episode 29, we attempt to talk about medical ethics, but get stuck on one topic: patient privacy. We discuss U.S. and global laws surrounding protected health information, data breaches, and how healthcare providers can safeguard their patient's information. Episode motto: there is no privacy at your local pharmacy. Please subscribe to A nurse and a doctor walk into a lab... (ANDWIL) wherever you get your podcasts, and consider supporting us on Patreon: patreon.com/ANurseandaDoctorWa...
In Episode 28, we talk about they different types of uniforms for medical professionals and our take on its purpose, style, and necessity. We discuss the historical rationale for uniforms and whether they are still necessary in the modern medical field. Holly hates navy blue. Please subscribe to A nurse and a doctor walk into a lab... (ANDWIL) wherever you get your podcasts, and consider supporting us on Patreon: patreon.com/ANurseandaDoctorWalkintoaLab Send us your feedback Suppo...
In Episode 27, we chat with Evan Haas, MS, CEO and Co-Founder of CurveAssure. We talk about his medical startups, the day-to-day challenges and how to streamline processes as the startup grows, and the qualities that make a successful entrepreneur. Holly is still talking about the tornado. Please subscribe to A nurse and a doctor walk into a lab... (ANDWIL) wherever you get your podcasts, and consider supporting us on Patreon: patreon.com/ANurseandaDoctorWalkintoaLab Send us your feedba...
In Episode 26, we talk about the some of the stereotypes that exist for nurses and doctors, why those stereotypes exists, and evaluate the pros and cons of making decisions based on common conceptions. Bhuchitra ponders appropriate medical jobs for vampires. Please subscribe to A nurse and a doctor walk into a lab... (ANDWIL) wherever you get your podcasts, and consider supporting us on Patreon: patreon.com/ANurseandaDoctorWalkintoaLab Send us your feedback Support the show
In Episode 25, we chat with Yuval Bar-Or, PhD, professor at the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School and founder of the Pillars of Wealth personal finance literacy initiative for doctors. We talk about the basics of financial literacy for healthcare works and why it should be a fundamental core of medical training. Holly is dismayed that Uber Eats is not a technically a financial need. Please subscribe to A nurse and a doctor walk into a lab... (ANDWIL) wherever you get your podcasts, an...
In Episode 26, we talk about the historical and current trends with hospital visiting hours - the times of day when friends and family members may visit patients. We discuss what healthcare workers think when is a patient's room is full of visitors and how it may affect care. Holly was in a tornado. Please subscribe to A nurse and a doctor walk into a lab... (ANDWIL) wherever you get your podcasts, and consider supporting us on Patreon: patreon.com/ANurseandaDoctorWalkintoaLab Send ...
In Episode 24, we speak with Tisha Jepsen, MS, MA, the CEO and Co-Founder of True Bearing Diagnostics - a company pioneering RNA-based blood tests to improve early disease detection. We talk about challenges of bringing an innovation to market and the need for thorough testing of biomedical discoveries. Bhuchitra claims to be low-maintenance... Please subscribe to A nurse and a doctor walk into a lab... (ANDWIL) wherever you get your podcasts, and consider supporting us on Patreon: patr...
In Episode 23, we talk about what it's like dating as a healthcare professional and why the general public may - or may not - want to pursue someone in such a high-stress position. We discuss the many logistical issues with physician-physician relationships and whether healthcare professionals are actually empathetic partners. Holly and Bhuchitra agree that Elle Woods is a national treasure. Please subscribe to A nurse and a doctor walk into a lab... (ANDWIL) wherever you get your podca...
In Episode 22, we talk about social determinants of health - "the conditions in which people are born, grow, work, live, worship, and age" (CDC, 2024). We discuss how non-medical social and structural circumstances are often the determining risk factors in healthcare outcomes. Holly swallows her pride about direct quotes (see above). Please subscribe to A nurse and a doctor walk into a lab... (ANDWIL) wherever you get your podcasts, and consider supporting us on Patreon: patreon.com/ANu...
In Episode 21, we chat with Kentucky Morrow, MS, a Principal at Dental Innovation Alliance (DIA), who shares his expertise and experience on the role of venture capital in healthcare innovations. We discuss the process of getting funded, the types of innovators that venture capital firms look for (and what they avoid), and features of a successful pitch meeting. Holly highly recommends a horror movie that takes place at a venture capital-funded restaurant. Please subscribe to A nurse a...
In Episode 20, we chat with Carol Johnson, a board-certified patient advocate and the founder and CEO of Uterinekind – an electronic female health platform designed to help patients and providers track menstrual health data. We talk about the arguments for and against electronic health data tracking, and the importance of including both patients and physicians in developing healthcare apps. In the last few years, Bhuchitra has received thirty-five dollars and three cents for being correct.&nb...
In Episode 19, we talk about some of the reasons why scientific innovations and research take so long, and the ways that scientists attempt to keep pace with rapidly-evolving data. We reflect on reasons why the public sometimes distrusts the scientific community because of ongoing re-evaluations of our understanding of healthcare phenomena. Holly concludes that existing data support her hypothesis that Bhuchitra is making her crazy. Please subscribe to A nurse and a doctor walk into a l...
In “Episode” 18, we do a brief recap of what we’ve accomplished in 2024, both on and off the air, and discuss some exciting developments in store for 2025. We’re looking forward to engaging with our audience and learning how to be real millennials by building a social media presence. You may even see T-Shirts featuring us as potato farmers in white coats. Please subscribe to A nurse and a doctor walk into a lab... (ANDWIL) wherever you get your podcasts, and consider supporting us on Pa...
In Episode 17, we speak with Kamaria Cayton Vaught, MD, a reproductive endocrinologist who specializes in infertility, medical genetics, and genomics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. We discuss the ethics of genetic testing, the pros and cons of sending your DNA to ancestry databases, and consent and counseling issues with direct-to-consumer genetic testing. Holly laments about DNA testing her rescue dog and learning that she accidentally adopted a designer breed (she still...
In Episode 16, we recognize ourselves (just kidding!) – we recognize healthcare workers who put their patients first, not just during COVID, but every day. We talk about the different types of recognition, including awards, peer recognition, and cash money – and whether any of this is meaningful compared to structural changes. Holly definitely will not remember physicians’ day; she will ask Bhuchitra to remind her to recognize him. Please subscribe to A nurse and a doctor walk into a la...
In Episode 15, we discuss three different waiting games: scheduling an appointment, delays at your provider’s office, and the dreaded ER waiting room. We talk about the worst offenders in making you wait (dermatology!) and give you tips to reduce wait times, including best days to call for appointments and the least busy times in the ER. Bhuchitra finds it suspicious that both Holly and her friend broke an arm in a dramatic fashion. Please subscribe to A nurse and a doctor walk into a lab.....