Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Podcast

In this week’s episode, I am joined by Rachel Awes, a psychologist, art playgroundist, and author, who loves listening to the beauty in people and animals and all living colors. Her 4 published gift/self-help books are infused with loads of her colorful drawings, all designed to affirm the human heart. Her newest illustrated personal growth/gift book is called "The Relationship Book '' and is about loving yourself in all your relationships. Her most tender and mighty hope is to hold up a mirror for many, reflecting a hearty truth of your boundless worth. Tune in to this week’s episode to learn: The power of nurturing relationships, starting with oneself, and understanding the significance of self-care as an antidote to minimize burnout risk Strategies to maximize fulfillment in one's professional and personal life Effective methods to avoid burnout by prioritizing self-care, setting boundaries, and maintaining a healthy balance between personal and professional commitments The importance of recognizing burnout as a wake-up call to reassess their priorities and invest in your well-being Where to start when it comes to finding oneself, including the significance of active listening, self-reflection, and prioritizing meaningful connections Grab your drink of choice and join the conversation! Disclaimer The Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. This podcast should not be considered professional advice. Please speak with your own healthcare practitioner when seeking medical advice. Resources Connect with Rachel: Website: http://rachelawes.com Shop: http://rachelawes.etsy.com Books: https://www.rachelawes.com/books Connect with Jennifer George: @bestobsessed_with_jenn | Instagram Jennifer George | Website @jenngeorge08) | Twitter Jennifer George | Facebook Click here to check out my book about connecting and communicating with patients to empower their experiences! Stay up to date on everything happening with the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour by subscribing to my weekly newsletter at www.jennifergeorge.co

REPLAY - Originally released on July 6th, 2021. How do we let go of what’s holding us down? As a healthcare provider, how can we manage these toxic feelings and shift our mindset?  In this episode, I’ll be talking to you about how to manage toxic feelings, stress and energy constructively, in healthcare. I share insights on how to shift your focus from the negative, to being more appreciative and having a more positive outlook in your work.  Listen in to learn: How our feelings can sometimes cloud our reflections  Shifting our mindset to what we are appreciative for  How to let go of what’s holding us down and protect ourselves moving forward  Why agreement isn’t necessarily always a good thing  The feeling of resistance vs flow and how to achieve this  Grab your drink of choice and join the conversation! Resources Connect with Jennifer George: @bestobsessed_with_jenn | Instagram Jennifer George | Website @jenngeorge08) | Twitter Jennifer George | Facebook Click here to check out my book about connecting and communicating with patients to empower their experiences!

In this week’s episode, I am joined by Dr. David Weill, an esteemed transplant specialist, who directed multiple transplant programs for two decades, notably serving as the Director of the Center for Advanced Lung Disease and Lung and Heart-Lung Transplant Program at Stanford University Medical Center. In 2016, he made the unexpected decision to leave his prestigious position due to burnout, having witnessed the challenges and limitations of organ transplants firsthand. Dr. Weill's captivating memoir, "Exhale: Hope, Healing, and A Life in Transplant," delves into the immense psychological pressure faced by medical professionals and the toll it took on his successful career in transplantation. The book also explores hospital politics, healthcare inequities, and the ethical dilemmas surrounding life-saving transplants. Presently, Dr. Weill serves as the Principal of the Weill Consulting Group, focusing on enhancing pulmonary, ICU, and transplant care delivery. He has testified twice before the U.S. Senate on the impact of inhaled occupational exposures on lung health, appeared before state legislatures, and delivered extensive lectures at prominent medical conferences and academic centers worldwide. Additionally, Dr. Weill is an accomplished author with contributions to book chapters, editorials, and medical articles published in reputable sources such as the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Salon, Newsweek, the Chicago Tribune, STAT, the Washington Post, The Hill, and the Los Angeles Times. His expertise has garnered attention from major media outlets, including Fox, CNN, the New York Times, the San Francisco Chronicle, the Wall Street Journal, and the Doctors TV show. Tune in to this week’s episode to learn: How Dr. Weill found his path into the medical field and what inspired him to pursue a career in transplantation Reflections on what he loved most about his profession, gaining insights into the fulfilling aspects of being in transplantation  His decision to step away from the profession, exploring the challenges and factors that ultimately led to burnout  Personal strategies for protecting oneself against burnout and maintaining well-being in the medical field Factors and considerations involved in determining who qualifies as a candidate for life-saving transplants Grab your drink of choice and join the conversation! Disclaimer The Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. This podcast should not be considered professional advice. Please speak with your own healthcare practitioner when seeking medical advice. Resources Connect with David: Website: https://davidweillmd.com/  Social Media: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidweillmd/   Connect with Jennifer George: @bestobsessed_with_jenn | Instagram Jennifer George | Website @jenngeorge08) | Twitter Jennifer George | Facebook Click here to check out my book about connecting and communicating with patients to empower their experiences! Stay up to date on everything happening with the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour by subscribing to my weekly newsletter at www.jennifergeorge.co 

REPLAY - Originally released June 29, 2021. What factors should you consider when building a healthcare company in a new market? How can technology be used to enhance healthcare providers communication with patients?   In this episode, I am joined by Babajide Oke, CEO of Render Health. Render Health is a health technology company that transitions healthcare operations in emerging markets to the digital age, such as electronic documentation for providers. He shares how he ended up starting his healthcare technology company and how he's building it with consideration of burnout and communication in mind, in Lagos, Nigeria. Tune in to today’s episode to learn: How he saw the need for healthcare technology in Nigeria  The differences in healthcare between North America and Africa that were considered  How he found doctors pain points prior to starting his company, to address their specific needs Moving from paper and pen to digital, and how this new technology is being received  How Render Health is working to enhance communication between healthcare providers and patients  Grab your drink of choice and join the conversation! Resources Render Health Website: https://www.renderhealth.com/about-us.php  Babajide Oke LinkedIn:  https://ng.linkedin.com/in/babajide-oke-21b3a915a  Connect with Jennifer George: @bestobsessed_with_jenn | Instagram Jennifer George | Website @jenngeorge08) | Twitter Jennifer George | Facebook Click here to check out my book about connecting and communicating with patients to empower their experiences!

In this week’s episode, I am joined by Dr. Amy King, a licensed psychologist who provides training, consultation and education, to discuss how trauma impacts medicine and how to recognize our own trauma to better serve those in our care. She also works with healthcare organizations around wellness, staff vitality and creating trauma-responsive spaces.  Among her specialties is working with professionals to help create resilient children, patients, and thriving families, guiding them to heal their stress and trauma through connected relationships. Her experience includes serving as a statewide trainer for the Oregon Department of Human Services, Child Welfare, and subject matter expert to promote child wellness in pediatric settings on behalf of Children’s Health Alliance. Her current work is promoting resilience within primary care medical homes through partnership and collaboration. Dr. Amy & her team serve folks who aim to be champions in connected spaces. When she’s not working to promote resilience, you can find her with her family on their small hobby farm in Newberg, Oregon. Tune in to this week’s episode to learn: What trauma informed care is and how to manage it How to recognize our own trauma to better serve those in our care Managing compounding stressors & collective trauma as healthcare providers  The importance of peer support and collaboration in healthcare organizations  Processing trauma in the workplace and how to keep yourself resilient  Grab your drink of choice and join the conversation! Disclaimer The Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. This podcast should not be considered professional advice. Please speak with your own healthcare practitioner when seeking medical advice. Resources Connect with Amy: Website: www.doctoramyllc.com  Social Media: @doctoramyllc  The Most Important Medicine Podcast: https://healthpodcastnetwork.com/show/the-most-important-medicine/  Connect with Jennifer George: @bestobsessed_with_jenn | Instagram Jennifer George | Website @jenngeorge08) | Twitter Jennifer George | Facebook Click here to check out my book about connecting and communicating with patients to empower their experiences! Stay up to date on everything happening with the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour by subscribing to my weekly newsletter at www.jennifergeorge.co

REPLAY - Originally released June 22, 2023. What is it that makes high performers, high performers? What should we be focusing on to really move the needle and reach our fullest potential?  In this episode, I’ll be talking to you about how focusing on our mission, more than our strengths and weaknesses, will allow us to grow and feel more fulfilled as clinicians. I share a new outlook on learning and why it’s important to think about what we know, as opposed to thinking that we don’t know enough.  Listen in to learn: How to move the needle forward everyday  Why you should focus on your overall mission to truly reach your fullest potential  How to Reach for Growth Greater than Skill-Level and Competency The Indicator of High-Performance and How to Reach This The Downsides to Focusing on Lack and a New Outlook on Learning Grab your drink of choice and join the conversation! Resources Podcast with Lewis Howes and Brendon Burchard: https://lewishowes.com/podcast/e-brendon-burchard-high-performance-habits/ Connect with Jennifer George: @bestobsessed_with_jenn | Instagram Jennifer George | Website @jenngeorge08) | Twitter Jennifer George | Facebook Click here to check out my book about connecting and communicating with patients to empower their experiences!

In this week’s episode, I am joined by Manuj Aggarwal, a thought leader in AI and startups who has impacted over 10 million lives and generated over $500M in value. Manuj and I sit down to discuss the evolution of artificial intelligence & technology, and how it’s impacting healthcare.  Manuj is one of the leading experts in the field of AI with 4 patents to his name. With experience working with clients like Microsoft and IBM, he's spoken at the UN alongside the Secretary-General and Noble Peace prize winner and his work has been mentioned by President Obama and Bill Gates. With 4 patents in AI, he's the perfect person to learn from about how AI can benefit you all. Tune in to this week’s episode to learn: How AI is disrupting healthcare and helping HCPs Minimizing risk of burnout and stress management in healthcare using AI  Whether or not AI is going to take over healthcare provider jobs How to be safe when using AI and some of the concerns around the evolution of technology  Grab your drink of choice and join the conversation! Disclaimer The Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. This podcast should not be considered professional advice. Please speak with your own healthcare practitioner when seeking medical advice. Resources Connect with Manuj: Website: https://www.ManujAggarwal.com  Social Media:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/manujaggarwal/ https://www.facebook.com/manuj.aggarwal https://www.instagram.com/manujagro/ https://www.tiktok.com/@manujagro Connect with Jennifer George: @bestobsessed_with_jenn | Instagram Jennifer George | Website @jenngeorge08) | Twitter Jennifer George | Facebook Click here to check out my book about connecting and communicating with patients to empower their experiences! Stay up to date on everything happening with the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour by subscribing to my weekly newsletter at www.jennifergeorge.co 

REPLAY - Originally released June 15th, 2021; What is the significance of healthy work cultures in healthcare? How do we achieve and even sustain a healthy workplace culture?  In this episode, I am joined by Michelle Troseth and Tracy Christopherson, co-founders of MissingLogic. They help healthcare organizations and healthcare leaders combat burnout through the power of a framework driven approach founded on Polarity Intelligence. The core of their work is leading healthcare organizations through transformational change that results in the best place to give and receive care, and for leaders to live their best lives both personally and professionally. Listen in to today’s episode to learn: How MissingLogic came to be and their mission Why healthy work culture in healthcare is so important What you can be doing to achieve and sustain a healthy work culture How we can thrive as clinicians and conversations to be had with healthcare leaders Factors that go into workplace culture to consider What burnout is and if it is treatable  Grab your drink of choice and join the conversation! Resources MissingLogic Website: https://www.missinglogic.com/ MissingLogic Social Media: https://www.linkedin.com/company/missinglogic-llc https://www.facebook.com/missinglogicLLC https://twitter.com/MissingLogicLLC Connect with Jennifer George: @bestobsessed_with_jenn | Instagram Jennifer George | Website @jenngeorge08) | Twitter Jennifer George | Facebook Click here to check out my book about connecting and communicating with patients to empower their experiences!

In this week’s episode, I am joined by Rebecca Deyo, a practicing chiropractor in Grand Rapids, MI with a huge passion for improved patient communication and putting patients first.  Rebecca is a Palmer College of Chiropractic graduate, who completed most of her training at a VA Medical Center on the east coast. Her experience revealed communication gaps in healthcare professional programs, fueling her passion to help others improve patient communication and overall practice regardless of their specialty or experience level. Alongside seeing patients in private practice, she runs a podcast called Better Doctor Project and is actively involved in volunteer work through the American Chiropractic Association. Rebecca frequently speaks to chiropractic classes and programs about the importance of patient communication and having difficult conversations for optimal patient experiences and outcomes.  Her podcast, launched in 2019, addresses overlooked healthcare discussions during training, such as conducting an appropriate physical examination on a Muslim woman, responding to a patient with suicidal thoughts, and achieving better work-life balance as a resident. Her aim is to elevate these conversations, facilitating cross-learning among healthcare providers to better prepare for any patient interaction. Tune in to this week’s episode to learn: Her own personal story of how a healthcare provider touched her life at a difficult time in her healing journey How a patient's story inspired her to become a chiropractor  Why it’s so important to integrate healthcare right now and the value of collaborating with other providers Tips for providers struggling with burnout, fatigue, or work-life balance  An event in her own journey transformed the way she approaches patient care in her practice   Grab your drink of choice and join the conversation! Disclaimer The Healthcare Provider Happy Hour Podcast makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. This podcast should not be considered professional advice. Please speak with your own healthcare practitioner when seeking medical advice. Resources Connect with Rebecca: Website: https://betterdoctorproject.com  Social Media:  @betterdoctorproject @becdeyo  Connect with Jennifer George: @bestobsessed_with_jenn | Instagram Jennifer George | Website @jenngeorge08) | Twitter Jennifer George | Facebook Click here to check out my book about connecting and communicating with patients to empower their experiences! Stay up to date on everything happening with the Healthcare Provider Happy Hour by subscribing to my weekly newsletter at www.jennifergeorge.co 

REPLAY - Originally released June 8, 2021; Conversations with patients are critical for our own growth and development as practitioners, and to the betterment of communication across the globe when it comes to healthcare. In this episode, I am joined by Sharon M, an educator and online certified health & fitness coach. A year and half ago, Sharon started to experience health issues such as strength loss & vision loss, and has since been managing her journey of chronic health. Sharon shares her personal story from the beginning when she first realized something wasn’t right, to being misdiagnosed, to how she found healthcare providers she could trust.  Listen in to learn: What changes in Sharon’s functional status made her realize something wasn’t right How her beliefs and persistence helped her get to the root causes of her health issues What positive  and negative interactions she had with healthcare providers How she found the path to self empowerment and healing What advice she would give to someone going through a difficult health experience  Grab your drink of choice and join the conversation! Connect with Jennifer George: @bestobsessed_with_jenn | Instagram Jennifer George | Website @jenngeorge08) | Twitter Jennifer George | Facebook Click here to check out my book about connecting and communicating with patients to empower their experiences!