What's Right With Healthcare
The U.S. healthcare system is often criticized as broken. However, there are people, programs, and technologies making a positive impact on our lives every day influencing both the quality of care we receive and the manner in which we receive it. The purpose of this podcast is to educate and inspire listeners by focusing on what's right with healthcare.
Episodes
In this episode, we visit with an OBGYN physician and nurse midwife to discuss maternity care, which includes everything from family planning, to labor and delivery, as well as support for babies and their mothers in the post-partum period. Join us to learn how maternity care is built on a diverse team of professionals with distinct training, roles, and approaches to supporting mothers and their babies.
In this episode, Dr. Fralich sits down with Dr. Jonthan Keeve to discuss the powerful impact of physicians who volunteer their time and skills in underserved communities around the world. From delivering care in resource-limited settings to navigating cultural and clinical challenges, we explore the privileges and limitations of serving abroad. We also discuss how volunteering can deepen clinical perspective, streng...
What’s it like to spend your career diagnosing and managing neurological injuries and conditions including stroke, Parkinson’s disease, and seizures? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jennifer Pary, a neurologist whose work is at the intersection of science, diagnosis, and deeply human stories. From complex neurological disorders to everyday symptoms that shouldn’t be ignored, Dr. Pary walks us through what neuro...
In this episode, Dr. Fralich breaks down the Direct Specialty Care model—an accessible, affordable alternative to traditional insurance-based healthcare. Discover how transparent pricing, low costs, and direct access to your physician create a more personalized and patient-centered experience. Join us to learn why Direct Specialty Care represents what’s right with healthcare.
In this episode, I visit with author, speaker, and professor Dr. Robin Pickering about Public Health and the important role it plays in our lives. Public Health focuses on disease prevention, promotes wellness, and works to create healthier communities through education, policy, and advocacy. From local initiatives to global impact, discover how Public Health touches every part of our daily lives, and why it matters...
This episode is part of a series highlighting organizations that impact the health and wellness of communities worldwide. Partnering for Progress (P4P) is dedicated to creating sustainable change in the Kopanga community of Kenya. With a mission rooted in empowerment rather than dependency, P4P focuses on providing a “hand-up,” not just a “hand-out.” Through strategic initiatives in education, healthcare, clean wat...
Naturopathic medicine focuses on diagnosing, preventing, and treating both acute and chronic illness by tapping into the body’s natural ability to heal. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Alycia Policani about how naturopathic doctors work with patients to restore and maintain optimal health by developing personalized treatment plans that support the body’s inherent self-healing process.
On this episode of What's Right With Healthcare, I sit down with Rheumatologist Dr. Anne Lee to discuss her career and specialty, which is focused on diagnosing and treating autoimmune and inflammatory conditions that affect joints, muscles, and connective tissues. These diseases can be complex and life-altering, but advances in research, medications, and patient care are helping people live healthier, more act...
This is a continuation of our conversation about Women's Health. On this episode of What's Right With Healthcare: Women's Health Part 2, we are joined again by Tamara Brining at She Can Women's Wellness and Nadine Young at Move Nourish Breathe to discuss everything from periods to nutrition, libido, and the importance of understanding how hormones impact women at different stages of life. Join ...
You’ve probably seen a service animal in public and felt both curious and impressed by the important role they play. Service animals are far more than companions—they are highly trained partners that help people live safer, more independent lives. In this episode, we visit with Dr. Shannon Dunn to discuss service animal roles, their training, and the meaningful impact they have on the individuals and families they s...
In this episode, we visit with a pediatric oncologist—a physician dedicated to diagnosing and treating cancer in children and adolescents. Pediatric oncologists specialize in conditions such as leukemia, brain tumors, and solid tumors, guiding families through some of the most challenging moments of their lives with expertise and compassion. Whether you're interested in medicine, healthcare careers, or simply w...
From menstruation and fertility to pregnancy, menopause, bone health, heart health, and mental well-being, women’s health is complex — and often misunderstood. Listen to women's health experts Nadine Young and Tamara Brining, PA as we discuss some of the complex health issues facing women, and discover why conversations about women's health are what's right with, and improving, healthcare for all.
In the world of medicine, musculoskeletal ultrasound is an invaluable tool both for diagnosis and treatment of many orthopedics conditions. In this episode of What's Right With Healthcare, sonographer and educator Bill Medford shares his expertise and insight about how musculoskeletal ultrasound has evolved since the mid-1970s. Join us to learn more about this amazing technology, its appliations in musculoske...
People in rural areas live and work where resources are often limited and access to healthcare can be challenging-but is essential. Join us as we explore how professionals in rural medicine support their neighbors, strengthen their communities, and deliver high-quality medical care.
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Skin is the largest body organ and can tell us a lot about our health. On this episode of What’s Right With Healthcare, we are joined by Dermatologist Dr. William Wray to talk about his medical specialty and the amazing impact experts in skin, hair, nail and mucous membrane diseases can have on patients’ lives. Join us to find out why The Dermatologist is another example of what’s right with healthcare.
Most skiers and snowboarders enjoy their day on the mountain without incident—and Ski Patrol plays a big role in making that possible. Before anyone clips in, patrollers are out marking hazards, setting up signage and boundary ropes, determining trail closures, and monitoring conditions to keep safety information up to date. Just as importantly, Ski Patrol members are trained first responders who provide emergency m...
Nephrologists are some of the smartest physicians on the planet. From diagnosing and treating complex kidney diseases to assisting their patients on dialysis, Nephrologists play a critical role in healthcare. In this episode, we sit down with Nephrologist Dr. Vijay Reddy to discuss what Nephrologists actually do, why their work is so impactful, and how they help patients navigate some of the toughest health challeng...
On this episode of What's Right With Healthcare we visit with two Chaplains to discuss their role in healthcare as well as understand what drives and sustains them. In the quiet corners of hospitals, during conflict, and in the heart of communities, chaplains stand beside patients, their families, friends, as well as healthcare workers in their most vulnerable moments. Join us to find out why Chaplains are ano...
Physical activity. Optimal nutrition. Stress management. Restorative sleep. Avoiding risky substances. Connectedness. These are the 6 pillars of Lifestyle Medicine. In this episode, we sit down with dual board-certified physician Dr. Parvita Panchal to discuss how Lifestyle Medicine is changing lives.
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In this episode, we explore the essential role of the Dietitian in today’s healthcare system. From hospitals to community clinics and private practice, Dietitians are the experts who bridge the gap between nutrition science and practical, everyday eating. Our guest, Amy Yeoman, is a registered dietitian with years of clinical and community experience. She explains how Dietitians help patients understand how food ch...
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