In this episode, Serpil Erzurum, MD, draws on her vast experience at health care systems across the country to discuss the importance of compassion as a mentor and trainee when paving the path for others, breaking the cycle of self-doubt and learning from disappointment and failure in our careers. Intro :01 The interview :18 Who is Dr. Erzurum as a…

We all will be at the receiving end of critical illness for ourselves or our loved ones. It is almost guaranteed. A family’s needs are the blind spot of the overstretched and dysfunctional health care system that needs to be addressed. Here, Kristin Flanary, also known as Lady Glaucomflecken, shares her experience, hoping to highlight the challenge…

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Kristin B. Highland, MS, MD, does it all and makes it look easy. In this episode, we discuss how to follow your dreams, balance your life and define success on your own terms. Intro :01 About Highland :16 The interview :33 At Cleveland Clinic, we don't care about your birth coordinates. We care about who you are and what you bring to the table. :54…

In this episode, E. Wes Ely, MD, MPH, discusses the value of human connection with patients, reflects on the values of hope and mercy in patient care, and reads key excerpts from his book, Every Deep-Drawn Breath. Intro :01 About Ely :21 About Every Deep-Drawn Breath :49 The interview 1:20 Impact of Ely’s work 1:37 Tell me a bit about your backgrou…

In this episode, Bhardwaj’s mentor, Benjamin S. Abella, MD, MPhil, FACEP, FAHA, discusses the importance of a strong mentor-mentee relationship, his path into internal and emergency medicine training and much more. Intro :00 Welcome to another episode of Vital Capacity :19 About Abella :28 The interview 1:40 Tell me a bit about yourself in your own…

This week, FDA advisory committee unanimously recommends Moderna booster shot; the USPSTF advises against aspirin for primary CVD prevention for adults 60 years or older; FDA permits marketing of new e-cigarette products; and more. Read the full coverage here: FDA advisory committee unanimously recommends Moderna booster shot USPSTF advises against…

This week, use of systemic corticosteroids is linked with worse covid-19 outcomes; an investigational antiviral drug reduces risk for hospitalization and death by about 50% in patients with COVID-19; Pfizer-BioNTech submit vaccine data for children aged 5 to 11 to FDA; and more. Read the full coverage here: Use of systemic corticosteroids linked wi…

Eduardo Mireles-Cabodevila, MD, is an internationally renowned "Guru of Mechanical Ventilation and Neuromuscular Disease." He is also a fearless leader in the ICU. In this episode, he shares his journey into medicine and how he developed the “10 commandments” of fellowship research. Intro :00 Mireles, thank you for joining me today :19 The intervie…

In this episode, Atul C. Mehta, MB, BS, discusses his path to become a physician, his early struggles once he arrived in the United States and some of the changes he’s witnessed in how bronchoscopies are performed. Intro :00 About Mehta :23 The interview 1:25 In your own words … how did you get into medicine? 2:14 Can you share a little bit about y…

This week, symptoms after first mRNA vaccine dose linked to previous SARS-CoV-2 infection; US to offer booster shots to fully vaccinated Americans starting Sept. 20; CBD eases emotional exhaustion, burnout symptoms in study of frontline health care workers; and more. Read the full coverage here: Symptoms after first mRNA vaccine dose linked to prev…

This week, the FDA approves single-use bronchoscopes; a study finds the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine is safe and effective in adolescents; CMS nixes the most-favored nation pricing model for Medicare Part B; and more. Read the full coverage here: Single-use bronchoscope receives FDA clearance Moderna COVID-19 vaccine safe, efficacious in adolescents Ad…

This week, the CDC confirms a fatal case of melioidosis in Georgia; Moderna says its vaccine is 93% effective at 6 months; a survey shows patients prefer that physicians wear white coats; and more. Read the full coverage here: CDC confirms fatal case of melioidosis in Georgia, links it to previous US cases Moderna COVID-19 vaccine 93% effective, ‘d…

This week, Pfizer says a third dose of the vaccine boosts protection, even against the delta variant; US News and World Report ranks Mayo Clinic number 1 for pulmonology and lung surgery; the FDA approves IV selexipag for adults with PAH; and more. Read the full coverage here: Pfizer says third dose of vaccine boosts protection, including against d…

This week, CHEST issues guidelines for low-dose CT screening for lung cancer; severe COVID-19 survivors experience pulmonary impairment; the FDA approves Prograf to prevent lung transplant rejection; and more. Read the full coverage here: CHEST issues new guideline on benefits, harms, use of low-dose CT screening for lung cancer Pulmonary impairmen…

In this episode, the original “zentensivisit” Matt Siuba, DO, sits down with me to discuss the concept of zentensivism, tips for social media, and much more. Don’t miss his top critical care papers every fellow should know. Intro :15 About Siuba :41 The interview 1:30 Tell me a bit about yourself in your own words 1:54 Did you always know you wante…

This week, surging caseloads are linked to nearly one quarter of US COVID-19 deaths; booster doses may not be necessary for the Pfizer vaccine; the FDA calls for an investigation into the recent Alzheimer’s drug approval; cancer death rates continue to decline; and frailty is tied to longer mechanical ventilation. Read the full coverage here: 23% o…

This week, low-dose azithromycin did not improve cough in patients with IPF; tele-pulmonary rehab may lower barriers to care; the J&J vaccine provides 8-month protection from the delta variant; a daily ECMO liberation protocol was found to be safe and feasible; and portable air cleaners could reduce exposure to SARS-CoV-2 aerosols. Read the full co…

This week, the FDA issues an EUA for tocilizumab in COVID-19; an electronic tool detects ovarian and pancreatic cancers; the delta variant accounts for 20% of new COVID-19 cases; researchers uncover variables linked with COVID-19 fatalities; and the ACIP recommends the dengue vaccine for children in endemic areas. Read the full coverage here: FDA i…

James Stoller, MD, MS, is chair of the Education Institute at Cleveland Clinic. His love for patient care and passion for medical education is palpable. In this episode we discuss burnout, imposter syndrome and thought leadership. Intro :34 About Stoller :38 The interview 2:03 Tell me about yourself 2:04 Do you remember making an active effort to c…

This week, the FDA grants approval on two treatments: oral omadacycline for community-acquired bacterial pneumonia and Trikafta for children aged 6 to 11 with cystic fibrosis; more than 70% of COVID-19 patients experience at least one persistent symptom; many patients self-identify the need for pulmonary rehab following COVID-19 hospitalization; an…

This week, the ATS issued a new clinical practice guideline for noninfluenza viral pathogen testing in community-acquired pneumonia; the FDA issued two approvals: the first new Alzheimer’s treatment since 2003, as well as once-weekly semaglutide for weight loss; and Healio spoke with experts regarding the use of face masks among children, and the l…

This week, the CDC reported that breakthrough infections are rare among the first 101 million fully vaccinated people; tai chi is found to be effective to reduce belly fat in older adults; the CDC’s COVID-19 vaccine safety group says its reviewed ‘few’ reports of myocarditis in young people; a follow-up analysis supports tocilizumab in moderate-to-…

In this episode, I sit down with Sumita Khatri, MD, director of the Asthma Center at Cleveland Clinic, to discuss unconscious bias, advocating for immigrant physicians, overcoming imposter syndrome and balancing work and family life. Brought to you by Amgen and AstraZeneca. Intro :15 About Khatri :39 The interview 1:12 You have so many hats you wea…

This week, a monoclonal antibody cocktail cut COVID-19 hospitalization and death by 70% in an outpatient setting; removing race correction in lung function tests shows more severe disease in Black patients; gefapixant reduces chronic cough frequency in a large pooled analysis; daily probiotics reduced upper respiratory tract infection symptoms; and…

Neal Chaisson, MD, is the program director of the Critical Care Medicine fellowship at Cleveland Clinic. He is an innovator at heart and a renowned clinician with expertise in pulmonary arterial hypertension associated with congenital heart disease. He is a phenomenal educator with a special interest in pulmonary hemodynamics and shock management. …

This week, a study identifies two distinct phenotypes of COVID-19-associated ARDS; COVID-19 ‘long haulers’ face ‘substantial burden of health loss’; disparities in COVID-19 are ‘striking’ according to the director of the CDC; and some weight loss and sports supplements contain potentially harmful stimulants. Read the full coverage here: Study ident…

This week, the question of whether we’ll need COVID-19 booster shots; the ACIP recommends resuming use of the J&J COVID-19 vaccine; humans in the UK transmitted SARS-CoV-2 to their cats; an NBA study shows that persistent positive cases do not transmit COVID-19 after recovery; and neurological symptoms with COVID-19 serve as an ‘important predictor…

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the journey of a role model educator. As the program director of one of the most prestigious pulmonary and critical care medicine fellowship programs in the country, Rendell Ashton, MD, has mentored, inspired and shaped the careers of hundreds of physicians. Listen to his inspiring story of grit, passion an…

This week, the benefits of using telemedicine to address sleep disorders and provide cystic fibrosis care; rituximab may be an effective adjuvant treatment for systemic sclerosis and PAH; the FDA says facilities should move away from crisis capacity conservation measures; and researchers call for standardization to identify and categorize environme…

In this episode, host Abhishek Bhardwaj, MD, FACP, discusses his path to medicine, the differences in the Indian and United States health care systems, being on the frontlines of a pandemic, and more. Intro :00 About Bhardwaj :08 The interview :22 What’s something listeners should know about your early life? :31 What lessons did you learn during yo…

This week, gastroesophageal reflux disease may contribute to development of lung fibrosis; socioeconomic factors mediate the association of race/ethnicity with worse outcomes in COVID-19; long-term air pollution exposure may elevate risk for CV mortality in patients with COPD; and more. Read Healio's full coverage here: https://www.healio.com/news/…

This week, people with asthma not at higher risk for poor COVID-19 outcomes; adherence to asthma biologic therapy higher than inhaled corticosteroids; health care affordability, racial disparities persist in individuals with asthma, COPD; and more. Read Healio's full coverage here: https://www.healio.com/news/pulmonology/20210317/people-with-asthma…

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