Best Adam Cifu Podcasts (2024)

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Measuring Clinical Excellence and the Impact of the Bucksbaum-Siegler Institute 20:57

3d ago20:57

20:57

How do you measure clinical excellence? Host Dr. Adam Cifu welcomes guest Dr. Anna Volerman to discuss the realities of clinical excellence, diving deep into the challenges of delivering impactful care beyond clinic walls. Dr. Volerman candidly shares her experiences with self-doubt, the importance of understanding patients' daily environments, and…

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The Future of Clinical Excellence: Bridging Technology and Human Connection 17:08

24d ago17:08

17:08

In this episode, Dr. Adam Cifu chats with Dr. Wei Wei Lee about the essence of clinical excellence, which she defines as the importance of shared vulnerability and meaningful human connection in patient care. Dr. Lee reflects on how advancements in artificial intelligence can threaten these connections if they prioritize efficiency over personal in…

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Clinical Excellence in Nursing 17:56

1M ago17:56

17:56

What does it take to practice excellent nursing in a busy primary care setting? In this insightful episode, Adam Cifu, MD, sits down with Sybil Caruthers, RN, a nurse with 38 years of experience and a recipient of the Nursing Professional Excellence Award. They discuss the core elements of clinical excellence in nursing, focusing on the vital impor…

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Clinical Excellence in Dermatology 24:57

2M ago24:57

24:57

Dr. Victoria Barbosa, an expert in dermatology and director of the Hair Loss Program at the University of Chicago, explores the challenges in the patient-doctor relationship within dermatology and alopecia. This episode highlights the impact of cultural understanding and diversity in patient care, including race concordance and discordant care. Dr.…

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Clinical Excellence in Physical Therapy 23:52

2M ago23:52

23:52

A conversation exploring clinical excellence in physical therapy, examining its crucial role within primary care. This discussion delves into how these elements contribute to exceptional patient outcomes, while also acknowledging the importance of empathy and patient rapport.By Adam Cifu, MD

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AI in Medicine: The Present 26:14

3M ago26:14

26:14

We've all heard grand predictions about how AI will transform the future of medicine. But what about the here and now? In this episode, we dive into the ways AI is already reshaping healthcare. Discover how these technologies are not just promises for tomorrow, but are making an impact today. Tune in to explore the exciting developments happening r…

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Quality Measures in Primary Care 23:03

7M ago23:03

23:03

Dr. Lisa Vinci joins the Clinical Excellence Podcast to discuss the nuances of quality measures in primary care. Delve into the complexities of healthcare metrics and their impact on patient care, with insights on navigating between standardized measures and personalized medicine.By Adam Cifu, MD

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The Social History 19:28

8M ago19:28

19:28

Knowing about the patient who has a disease is as important as knowing about the disease the patient has. But how well do you need to know them?By Adam Cifu, MD

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Patient Discussion #6 24:38

8M ago24:38

24:38

Ms. Peeples shares her personal story, reflecting on her career, experiences with healthcare providers, and navigating the healthcare system. Drs. Chin and Klein provide insights into their interactions with Ms. Peeples as their patient and their approaches to patient care. The episode explores both positive and challenging experiences in healthcar…

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A Life in Medicine in Chicago 24:33

9M ago24:33

24:33

Charles Martinez, a longtime physician and author from Chicago, talks about his life and career.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Graphic Medicine with MK Czerwiec 20:51

9M ago20:51

20:51

MK Czerwiec, a nurse, cartoonist, educator, and co-founder of the field of Graphic Medicine, discusses her work and the utility of graphic medicine.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Physician Coaching 21:01

10M ago21:01

21:01

Diane Rogers, a healthcare consultant and leadership coach discusses the challenges of physician coaching, emphasizing the importance of being present for patients and creating a space for meaningful conversations with colleagues. Diane shares insights from her diverse career journey, highlighting the significance of connecting to purpose in health…

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International Medicine 20:26

11M ago20:26

20:26

Cultivating a career in global health with a worldwide impact.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Patient Discussion #5 23:16

11M ago23:16

23:16

Working with your doctor to care for your parents.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Opioids, Homelessness and Crafting a Non-Traditional Career in Academic Medicine 23:44

12M ago23:44

23:44

Dr. Kertesz discusses the winding path to a non-traditional but productive and successful career in academic medicine.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Patient Doctor Discussion #4 25:02

1y ago25:02

25:02

The patient's side of the patient-centered longitudinal care experience.By Adam Cifu, MD

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The Bucksbaum Institute Clinical Excellence Award 7:15

1y ago7:15

7:15

📢 Announcing the 1st Annual Bucksbaum Institute Clinical Excellence AwardBy Adam Cifu, MD

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Philosophy in Medicine 18:36

1y ago18:36

18:36

Philosophy's place in medicine, and what does it mean to find your personal “why”.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Family Planning 22:55

1y ago22:55

22:55

The dynamics of family planning and its intricate interaction with the fields of medicine, politics, and societal forces are subjects of profound significance.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Pre Med 21:11

1y ago21:11

21:11

What is on the minds of premedical students today and how has the pandemic affected the application process?By Adam Cifu, MD

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Patient-Centered Longitudinal Experience 19:41

1y ago19:41

19:41

Can we teach medical students by teaming them up with patients?By Adam Cifu, MD

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The Family History and Social History 19:48

1y ago19:48

19:48

Making the family and social history a meaningful part of the medical history.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Medicine as a Vocation 18:32

1y ago18:32

18:32

Many physicians perceive their profession as a vocation. In this episode we talk about how this affects our lives and our practice.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Lifestyle Medicine 26:29

1+ y ago26:29

26:29

What is lifestyle medicine and how can it add value to traditional primary care medicine.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Caring for Colleagues 22:17

1+ y ago22:17

22:17

What needs to be considered when caring for people with whom you work.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Patient-Doctor Discussion #3 32:11

1+ y ago32:11

32:11

A patient recounts years of interacting with the medical field.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Broaching Difficult Topics 20:57

1+ y ago20:57

20:57

Dr. Stacy Lindau, the director of PRISM, of the Program in Integrative Sexual Medicine, talks about discussing sensitive topics with patients.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Retiring as a Physician 19:45

1+ y ago19:45

19:45

Two retired internists reflect on how retirement affects one's self-image and how to succeed in retirement.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Trauma Surgery 24:41

1+ y ago24:41

24:41

Dr. Selwyn Rogers, the founding director of the University of Chicago Medicine Trauma Center, talks about trauma care and the importance of a team of skilled collaborators.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Non-traditional Paths Into Medicine 15:59

1+ y ago15:59

15:59

A hospitalist and clinical researcher discusses her wandering path into medicine.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Education and the Doctor-Patient Relationship 24:06

1+ y ago24:06

24:06

Dr. Bree Andrews is the Chief Wellness and Vitality Officer at the University of Chicago. She discusses how early education and training of undergraduate students can help students gain key skills and experience needed to become a physician. She will also discuss her new role as Chief Wellness and Vitality Officer charged with assessing the state o…

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Turning a Difficult Clinical Experience into Something Positive 25:36

1+ y ago25:36

25:36

A patient recounts a difficult and painful experience and discusses how she turned it into something positive for herself and for medicine.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Discontinuing Cancer Treatment 26:41

1+ y ago26:41

26:41

An oncologist discusses the conversation that takes place around discontinuing cancer treatment.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Direct Primary Care 23:47

1+ y ago23:47

23:47

Dr. Alex Lickerman from ImagineMD talks about the direct primary care model and what it can mean for the doctor-patient relationship.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Physician Advocacy 23:36

1+ y ago23:36

23:36

Physician advocacy: what's necessary, how to do it, what are the pitfalls?By Adam Cifu, MD

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Discussing, Accepting and Learning from Our Medical Errors 20:34

1+ y ago20:34

20:34

Living with and learning from medical errors.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Complexity in Medicine and Medical Education 28:28

2y ago28:28

28:28

Simple? Complicated? Complex? Complexity in Medicine and Medical Education.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Long COVID and the Doctor-Patient Relationship 14:33

2y ago14:33

14:33

Dr. Karnik, who works in the University of Chicago's Post-COVID Recovery Clinic, talks about taking care of patients with persistent symptoms after COVID infections and reflects on the doctor-patient relationship in this setting.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Patient-Doctor Discussion #2 12:10

2y ago12:10

12:10

A patient talks about vaccines and long-term relationships.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Graphic Medicine and the Doctor-Patient Relationship 34:40

2y ago34:40

34:40

Dr. Brian Callender is interested in clinical education, global health education, clinical ethics, the patient experience, and the use of graphic narrative in medicine. Dr. Matthew Sorrentino will lead a discussion with Dr. Callender on the role of graphic medicine and its impact on the doctor-patient relationship.…

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Countertransference in the Patient-Doctor Relationship 21:01

2y ago21:01

21:01

Psychiatrist Dr. Martin Greenwald talks about countertransference in the patient-doctor relationship.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Technology and the Doctor-Patient Relationship 17:38

2y ago17:38

17:38

Dr. Valerie Press' work primarily focuses on improving patient-centered education for underserved patients with chronic disease and limited health literacy through novel interventions in the community and hospital settings targeted at both patients and clinicians. Dr. Matthew Sorrentino will discuss Dr. Press's latest research projects.…

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Terminating a Patient-Doctor Relationship 19:40

2y ago19:40

19:40

Unsalvageable relationships. Terminating the physician-patient relationship.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Patient-Doctor Discussion #1 19:46

2y ago19:46

19:46

A patient talks about Dr./Pt communication.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Giving Unwanted Second Opinions 15:22

2y ago15:22

15:22

Dealing with patients who aren't happy when a second opinion turns out to be the same as the first.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Burnout for Physicians who Hate Discussing Burnout 22:20

2y ago22:20

22:20

Physician burnout for physicians who hate hearing about burnout.By Adam Cifu, MD

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Breaking Bad News in Surgical Practice 15:54

2y ago15:54

15:54

Breaking bad news in surgical practice and preparing patients for the possibility of bad news.By Adam Cifu, MD

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The Clinical Excellence Podcast: Teaser 8:13

2y ago8:13

8:13

Drs. Adam Cifu and Matthew Sorrentino discuss the new Clinical Excellence podcast. The podcast has three formats: discussions between doctors and patients, discussions with authors of research pertinent to improving clinical care and the doctor-patient relationship and discussions with physicians about challenges in the doctor-patient relationship …

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Lay Beliefs and Pet Peeves 16:13

2+ y ago16:13

16:13

Some fun for the finale: A menagerie of pet peeves. S2D: The Symptom to Diagnosis Podcast presents case-based discussions of signs, symptoms, and diagnostics tests to improve clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice. Sponsored by McGraw Hill, S2D features Scott D. C. Stern, MD, FACP Professor of Medicine and Clinical Director of Clinical Path…

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Fever and Rash 29:13

2+ y ago29:13

29:13

Fever and Rash. A case that Scott has no chance of figuring out. S2D: The Symptom to Diagnosis Podcast presents case-based discussions of signs, symptoms, and diagnostics tests to improve clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice. Sponsored by McGraw Hill, S2D features Scott D. C. Stern, MD, FACP Professor of Medicine and Clinical Director of …

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