In this episode of Family Med PO, Dr. Nair discusses her experiences in integrative medicine, medical humanities/narrative medicine and gives great insight and advice for anyone considering family medicine!

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Dr. Turya Nair: Medical Humanities and Integrative Medicine

In this episode of Family Med PO, Dr. Sepdham discusses the various perks of family medicine, his time as a flight surgeon in the Air Force, and the intricacies of academic medicine 

Dr. Dan Sepdham: Academic and Military Medicine

In this episode of Family Med PO, Dr. Doug Curran discusses his 40-year career in rural Family Medicine, TMA presidency, burn-out, patient-advocacy and more!

Dr. Doug Curran: Rural Medicine and COVID

In this episode, Anita and Oliver interview Dr. Richard Young, a family medicine physician at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas. This is a special episode in which Dr. Young discusses data about the role of primary care in the United States. Dr. Young talks about the exorbitant costs of our healthcare system, the culture of medicine, and how family physicians are well equipped to solve many of the issues plaguing our system. Produced by: Anita Vasudevan and Oliver Taylor Music by: Jacob Khoury The views in this episode reflect those of the UT Southwestern Family Medicine Interest Group.

Dr. Richard Young: The Role of Family Medicine

This time, Amy and Anita interview Dr. Jenny Cohen, a family medicine physician at Southwest Family Medicine Associates in Dallas, TX. In addition to her family medicine residency training, she went on to complete a fellowship in Integrative Medicine and now incorporates the principles of nutrition, exercise, and a balanced lifestyle into her practice. Dr. Cohen also practices having a healthy lifestyle, and she is a proud mother and wife. Dr. Cohen recommends you read the book "Buddha's Brain" by Rick Hanson. Produced by: Anita Vasudevan and Amy Luu Music by: Jacob Khoury The views in this episode reflect those of the UT Southwestern Family Medicine Interest Group.

Dr. Jenny Cohen: Integrative Medicine

This time, Anita and Oliver interview Dr. Shivum Agarwal, a family doc out in rural Jacksboro, Texas, where he practices full scope family medicine (including performing laparoscopic cholecystectomies and appendectomies)! Dr. Agarwal also has a strong interest in global health and believes that family physicians are well equipped as providers abroad. Dr. Agarwal completed his residency at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, TX. Produced by: Anita Vasudevan and Oliver Taylor Music by: Jacob Khoury The views in this episode reflect those of the UT Southwestern Family Medicine Interest Group. 

Dr. Shivum Agarwal: Global Health

This time, Oliver and Anita interview Dr. Mahdi Awwad, a family medicine physician at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX. In addition to a family medicine residency, Dr. Awwad went on to complete an obstetrics fellowship and now practices (and teaches) full-scope family medicine in an urban academic setting. Dr. Awwad recommends you read the book "The Checklist Manifesto" by Atul Gawande. Produced by: Anita Vasudevan and Oliver Taylor Music by: Jacob Khoury The views in this episode reflect those of the UT Southwestern Family Medicine Interest Group.

Dr. Mahdi Awwad: Obstetrics

This week, Oliver and Anita interview Dr. Stephen Twyman, a family medicine physician at John Peter Smith (JPS) Hospital in Fort Worth, TX. Dr. Twyman has dedicated his career to service, and he and his wife run a free clinic in the community. Dr. Twyman is also committed to practicing full-scope family medicine, and he helped create and run a program at JPS that teaches family medicine residents the skills to perform surgery. Dr. Twyman recommends you read the books "The Power of Habit" by Charles Duhigg and "The Total Money Makeover" by Dave Ramsey Produced by: Anita Vasudevan and Oliver Taylor Music by: Jacob Khoury The views in this episode reflect those of the UT Southwestern Family Medicine Interest Group.

Dr. Stephen Twyman: Care for Underserved

This week, Oliver and Anita interview Dr. Tamara McGregor, a family medicine physician at UT Southwestern Medical Center. Dr. McGregor has enjoyed an illustrious career in a variety of practice settings, from private practice, to hospice, to academia. She is also a proud wife and mother.  Dr. McGregor recommends you read the book "The House of God" by Samuel Shem. Produced by: Anita Vasudevan and Oliver Taylor Music by: Jacob Khoury The views in this episode reflect those of the UT Southwestern Family Medicine Interest Group.

Dr. Tamara McGregor: Palliative Care

A group of medical students interview family medicine physicians around the Dallas/Forth Worth area about their careers, lives, and advice. This is the premier podcast of the University of Texas Southwestern Family Medicine Interest Group.

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