Episode #24: Preparing for a Post-Pandemic Screening Surge (and thoughts on long-term career happiness)

Early in the COVID-19 pandemic, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health issued a moratorium on elective procedures, including colorectal cancer (CRC) screening.

Dr. Fred Rosenberg talks with Dr. George Dickstein of Greater Boston Gastroenterology about how his practice pivoted to telehealth and remote working and put in place safety measures to protect patients, physicians and staff.

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Episode #20: Patients Aren’t Increments of Care and Units of Cost (Remodeling Health Care to Take Care of the Whole Person)

This week, Dr. Fred Rosenberg talks with Lili Brillstein, CEO of BCollaborative, a consultancy that helps payers, providers, pharmaceutical companies, start-ups and other stakeholders progress the movement from fee for service to patient-focused, value-based care models.

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Episode #14: We Bank Online, yet There are Still so Many Forms at a Doctor’s Visit (how Direct Access removes barriers to screening)

For Colorectal Cancer (CRC) Awareness Month in March, we’re hosting a series of conversations with physicians about the importance of being screened. Our guest this week is Dr. Marc Sonenshine of Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates, a division of United Gastroenterology.

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Episode #09: Encourage Young People With a Bright Spark in Their Eye and Some Talent (diversity in medicine benefits everyone)

Dr. Fred Rosenberg interviews Dr. Georges Benjamin, executive director of the American Public Health Association (APHA) about how his experience in emergency medicine shaped his advocacy for public health.

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