COVID-19: Commonsense Conversations on the Coronavirus Pandemic

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NURSING: Personal Protective Equipment and Social Justice | Keith Carlson Mar 26, 2020

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In this episode, Dr. O’Connell talks with Nurse Keith and discusses the public health measures being taken as well as the impact on lower-income families. They also talk about the risk to health care workers in the field, especially from the lack of PPE. We are reminded to remember the humanity behind the person behind the mask and each other.Questions discussed in this episode include:How can we work together, better, during this pandemic?Is there a way to change workflows to better address COVID-19?Is is possible to recruit retired doctors and nurses to help with the increasing need for patient care?Your host is Dr. Ted O’Connell, family physician, educator, and author of numerous textbooks and peer-reviewed articles. He holds academic appointments at UCSF, UC Davis, and Drexel University's medical schools and also founded the Kaiser Permanente Napa-Solano Community Medicine and Global Health Fellowship, the first program in the U.S. to formally combine both community medicine and global health. Check Ted out on Instagram (@tedoconnellmd) and Twitter (@tedoconnell)! Nurse Keith has been a nurse since 1996, and has worked in a variety of clinical settings, including: home health, community health, case management, public health, hospice, and nursing education. He has also held management and executive positions, including Chief Nursing Officer and Director of Nursing. He is a Board-Certified Nurse Coach (NC-BC) under the auspices of the American Holistic Nurses Credentialing Corporation. You can follow him on twitter (@NurseKetih) and on Instagram (@NurseKeithCoaching).Submit Your Questions for the PodcastSend an email to info@arslonga.media or check out covidpodcast.comWhat Can You Do? You can help spread commonsense about COVID-19 by supporting this podcast. Hit subscribe, leave a positive review, and share it with your friends especially on social media. We can each do our part to ensure that scientifically accurate information about the pandemic spreads faster than rumors or fears. Remember to be vigilant, but remain calm. For the most trusted and real time information on COVID-19 and the coronavirus pandemic, both the CDC and WHO have dedicated web pages to keep the public informed.The information presented in this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice.Producers: Madison Linden and Christopher Breitigan. Executive Producer: Patrick C. Beeman, MD

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MEDICINE: Sports Medicine, Pro Sports, and Exercise and the Immune System | Dr. Moin Salah, Sports Medicine Physician Mar 25, 2020

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In this episode, Dr. O’Connell and Dr. Salah discuss what sports medicine is and how it relates to the COVID-19 virus. Some topics covered include: - How exercise affects the immune system- How professional sports organizations avoid spreading infections like COVID-19 among themselves- What professional athletes do when they get ill- How athletes are staying in shape despite gyms being closed and seasons being on holdDr. Moin Salah is a sports medicine physician at Providence Medical Institute in the South Bay of Los Angeles where he practices urgent care and sports medicine. Dr. Salah earned his undergraduate degree from UCLA where he was a Division 1 track athlete. He received his medical degree from Ross University and completed his family medicine residency training at Kaiser Permanente Woodland Hills. Dr. Salah completed a sports medicine fellowship at the West Coast Sports Medicine Foundation through Harbor UCLA Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente. In addition, Dr. Salah completed an MBA in healthcare administration from the University of Massachusetts. Dr. Salah has a busy sports medicine schedule, including serving as the lead physician of the LA Wildcats of the XFL, the Mountain Dew Action Sports Tour, and the USA Olympic BMX team. In addition, Dr. Salah gives his time to the local community as the team doctor for Serra High School as well as other local high schools and colleges.Your host is Dr. Ted O’Connell, family physician, educator, and author of numerous textbooks and peer-reviewed articles. He holds academic appointments at UCSF, UC Davis, and Drexel University's medical schools and also founded the Kaiser Permanente Napa-Solano Community Medicine and Global Health Fellowship, the first program in the U.S. to formally combine both community medicine and global health. Follow Ted on Instagram (@tedoconnellmd) and Twitter (@tedoconnell)! Submit Your Questions for the PodcastSend an email to info@arslonga.media or check out covidpodcast.comWhat Can You Do? You can help spread commonsense about COVID-19 by supporting this podcast. Hit subscribe, leave a positive review, and share it with your friends especially on social media. We can each do our part to ensure that scientifically accurate information about the pandemic spreads faster than rumors or fears. Remember to be vigilant, but remain calm. For the most trusted and real time information on COVID-19 and the coronavirus pandemic, both the CDC and WHO have dedicated web pages to keep the public informed. The information presented in this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Producers: Madison Linden and Christopher Breitigan. Executive Producer: Patrick C. Beeman, MD

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MEDICINE: Flattening the Curve to Protect Vulnerable Infants | Dean Anselmo, MD Mar 23, 2020

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This interview was originally recorded on March 19, 2020. In this episode, Dr. O’Connell talks with Dr. Anselmo about how the novel coronavirus is impacting the pediatric population. Dr. Anselmo encourages us to focus on morbidity and not just mortality. Nearly 40% of young people are getting moderate to severe illness. The COVID-19 disease is infecting and causing serious illness in people of all age groups, not just older adults. Questions discussed in this episode include:What are the concerns about COVID-19 with your particular patient population?What can we do to help prevent the spread to infants, and vulnerable infants in particular?What is your medical center doing to try to protect the health of these babies and children who are particularly vulnerable?Should parents, and particularly those in healthcare, send their children to live with other family members who are better able to isolate (or distance) themselves?What is your impression of the response of the healthcare profession to COVID-19?Your host is Dr. Ted O’Connell, family physician, educator, and author of numerous textbooks and peer-reviewed articles. He holds academic appointments at UCSF, UC Davis, and Drexel University's medical schools and also founded the Kaiser Permanente Napa-Solano Community Medicine and Global Health Fellowship, the first program in the U.S. to formally combine both community medicine and global health. Check Ted out on Instagram (@tedoconnellmd) and Twitter (@tedoconnell)! Dr. Dean Anselmo who is a pediatric surgeon at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and Miller Children’s Hospital as well as co-director of the vascular anomalies center at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Dr. Anselmo is an associate professor of clinical surgery at the Keck School of Medicine at USC. Dr. Anselmo received his undergraduate degree from New York University his medical degree from UCLA, completed his internship and residency in general surgery at UCLA Medical Center, and a fellowship in pediatric surgery at Childen’s Hospital Los Angeles. He is board certified in surgery and pediatric surgery and is a member of the American College of Surgeons, American Academy of Pediatrics, the Pacific Association of Pediatric Surgeons, and the Pediatric Trauma Society. Dr. Anselmo has had his research published extensively in peer-reviewed medical journals.Submit Your Questions for the PodcastSend an email to info@arslonga.media or check out covidpodcast.comWhat Can You Do? You can help spread commonsense about COVID-19 by supporting this podcast. Hit subscribe, leave a positive review, and share it with your friends especially on social media. We can each do our part to ensure that scientifically accurate information about the pandemic spreads faster than rumors or fears. Remember to be vigilant, but remain calm. For the most trusted and real time information on COVID-19 and the coronavirus pandemic, both the CDC and WHO have dedicated web pages to keep the public informed.The information presented in this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice.Producers: Madison Linden and Christopher Breitigan.Executive Producer: Patrick C. Beeman, MD

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Weekly Review: NSAIDs, ACE-Inhibitors, and ARBs | Ted O'Connell, MD Mar 23, 2020

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In this episode, Dr. O’Connell addresses misinformation regarding medications and their affects and interactions with the COVID-19 virus. Several agencies, including the FDA, have issued statements that they have found no evidence linking NSAID use and the worsening COVID-19 symptoms. There is also little scientific evidence that ACE inhibitors or ARB’s increase the risk for COVID-19 infection. The major medical societies in the United States and Europe recommend the continued use of ACE inhibitors and ARB’s even in the setting of COVID-19 infection.Special thanks to Pranay Bonagiri for helping research the topics discussed in todays episode.Your host is Dr. Ted O’Connell, family physician, educator, and author of numerous textbooks and peer-reviewed articles. He holds academic appointments at UCSF, UC Davis, and Drexel University's medical schools and also founded the Kaiser Permanente Napa-Solano Community Medicine and Global Health Fellowship, the first program in the U.S. to formally combine both community medicine and global health. Follow Ted on Instagram (@tedoconnellmd) and Twitter (@tedoconnell)! Submit Your Questions for the PodcastSend an email to info@arslonga.media or check out covidpodcast.comWhat Can You Do? You can help spread commonsense about COVID-19 by supporting this podcast. Hit subscribe, leave a positive review, and share it with your friends especially on social media. We can each do our part to ensure that scientifically accurate information about the pandemic spreads faster than rumors or fears. Remember to be vigilant, but remain calm. For the most trusted and real time information on COVID-19 and the coronavirus pandemic, both the CDC and WHO have dedicated web pages to keep the public informed. The information presented in this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Producers: Madison Linden and Christopher Breitigan. Executive Producer: Patrick C. Beeman, MD

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MENTAL HEALTH: How COVID-19 is Affecting Our Mental Health and Impacting Children | Dr. Todd Grande Mar 21, 2020

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In this episode, Dr. O’Connell and Dr. Grande discuss how the Coronavirus and it’s accompanying quarantine measures are impacting the mental well-being of those stuck at home. Throughout this episode we answer questions such as:How is the approach different at this time compared to treating cases of anxiety not related to a pandemic?What other types of mental health issues are being seen in light of current events?What are the long term psychological effects from a pandemic?Anxiety is on the rise as people try to process the current state of the world. There is also a rise of obsessive behaviors, acute stress disorder, depression, and a variety of other mental health struggles. Dr. Grande points out the recently "laxed" laws regarding tele-health, and the increased access to mental health counseling and services through this format, makes it easier than ever to get the help you may need during these trying times. The amount of information can be overwhelming and there is a high level of uncertainty as the situation evolves everyday. People may consume a lot of information but draw improper conclusions from it. The link between mind and body is a strong one and the mental health distress can have a direct consequence on physical health and make people more susceptible to become ill. Dr. Grande encourages people to focus on what they can do to protect themselves and try to reduce risk. We are urging people to keep in mind that there is a reason to look to the future and know things will improve.Your host is Dr. Ted O’Connell, family physician, educator, and author of numerous textbooks and peer-reviewed articles. He holds academic appointments at UCSF, UC Davis, and Drexel University's medical schools and also founded the Kaiser Permanente Napa-Solano Community Medicine and Global Health Fellowship, the first program in the U.S. to formally combine both community medicine and global health. Check Ted out on Instagram (@tedoconnellmd) and Twitter (@tedoconnell)! Dr. Todd Grande has a Ph.D. in counselor education and supervision and is a licensed professional counselor of mental health as well as a licensed chemical dependency professional. His YouTube channel covers a variety of mental health topics from a scientifically informed perspective. He has also partnered with Ars Longa Media to turn his content into a podcast: True Crime Psychology and Personality. Submit Your Questions for the PodcastSend an email to info@arslonga.media or check out covidpodcast.comWhat Can You Do? You can help spread commonsense about COVID-19 by supporting this podcast. Hit subscribe, leave a positive review, and share it with your friends especially on social media. We can each do our part to ensure that scientifically accurate information about the pandemic spreads faster than rumors or fears. Remember to be vigilant, but remain calm. For the most trusted and real time information on COVID-19 and the coronavirus pandemic, both the CDC and WHO have dedicated web pages to keep the public informed. The information presented in this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Produced by Madison Linden and Christopher BreitiganExecutive Producer: Patrick C. Beeman, MD

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MEDICINE: Emergency Preparedness, Travel, and Social Distancing | Drs. Aimee and Brian Ostick Mar 21, 2020

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In this episode, Drs. Aimee and Brian Ostick give us advice on emergency preparedness, travel, and social distancing in light of the current COVID-19 pandemic. They also answer pressing questions such as: - Why is social distancing so important? - What are the classic symptoms of COVID-19? How is differentiated from the common cold, the flu, etc.?- How should you move forward with travel plans? - Are face masks necessary or helpful for the general public?- What is "flattening the curve"? Why is it so important to keep emergency departments from getting overcrowded?- How is the E.D. preparing for an increase in need for medical care?- How are hospitals addressing visitors?Dr. Aimee Ostick is the owner and primary care physician at Health and Healing Direct Primary Care in Woodland Hills, CA. Like her husband, she also received her medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University. She completed family medicine residency at Thomas Jefferson University as well. Aimee has also completed a fellowship in community medicine. Additionally, she is board certified in family medicine and is a fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians. You can learn more about Dr. Aimee Ostick on Facebook (@HealthAndHealingDPC) or Instagram (@healthandhealingdpc). Dr. Brian Ostick is the director of Emergency Services and Chief of Staff at Valley Presbyterian Hospital, in Van Nuys, CA. He completed his undergraduate degree at Notre Dame and received his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University. Brian completed residency in emergency medicine at Christiana Care Health System in Delaware where he was chief resident and trauma resident of the year. He is board certified in emergency medicine and is certified in advance cardiac life support, pediatric advance life support, and advance trauma life support. He is a fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians, has been published numerous times, and has participated in various medical outreach programs. Your host is Dr. Ted O’Connell, family physician, educator, and author of numerous textbooks and peer-reviewed articles. He holds academic appointments at UCSF, UC Davis, and Drexel University's medical schools and also founded the Kaiser Permanente Napa-Solano Community Medicine and Global Health Fellowship, the first program in the U.S. to formally combine both community medicine and global health. Check Ted out on Instagram (@tedoconnellmd) and Twitter (@tedoconnell)! Submit Your Questions for the PodcastSend an email to info@arslonga.media or check out covidpodcast.comWhat Can You Do? You can help spread commonsense about COVID-19 by supporting this podcast. Hit subscribe, leave a positive review, and share it with your friends especially on social media. We can each do our part to ensure that scientifically accurate information about the pandemic spreads faster than rumors or fears. Remember to be vigilant, but remain calm. For the most trusted and real time information on COVID-19 and the coronavirus pandemic, both the CDC and WHO have dedicated web pages to keep the public informed. The information presented in this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice.CDC updates: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.htmlJohns Hopkins map: https://coronavirus.jhu.edu/map.htmlNew England Journal of Medicine webpage: https://www.nejm.org/coronavirusChicago Medical School university webpage: https://www.rosalindfranklin.edu/covid19/The information presented in this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Producers: Madison Linden and Christopher Breitigan. Executive Producer: Patrick C. Beeman, MD

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MEDICINE: How Coronavirus Affects Med Students and Medical School | Matt Christensen, Medical Student, Class of 2020 Mar 20, 2020

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While the coronavirus has been affecting education as a whole, Dr. O’Connell and fourth year medical student, Matthew Christensen, discuss how the virus is specifically affecting medical education.

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MEDICINE: A Critical Care Doctor on Intensive Care Units and Responsible Media | "Dr. Raj" Dasgupta Mar 19, 2020

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Dr. O’Connell and Dr. “Raj” Dasgupta discuss questions about why someone might require a ventilator, why it’s important to slow the spread of disease to avoid overwhelming our ICUs, what’s the place of the pneumonia and flu vaccines during this pandemic, and the responsibilities of the media and individuals in sharing information about COVID-19.

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SCIENCE: A Virologist Explains Coronavirus, COVID-19, and Vaccine Development | Ken S. Rosenthal, PhD Mar 17, 2020

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It's coronavirus 101 with master teacher and virology expert, Dr. Ken Rosenthal. This episode covers questions about coronavirus like, how do viruses "jump" from animals to people? Can pets be affected? What does the body do to fight the infection? And what's the status of vaccine development for this novel coronavirus?

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INTRODUCING COVID-19: Commonsense Conversations on the Coronavirus Pandemic Mar 16, 2020

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COVID-19, the disease caused by a novel coronavirus, has created a global pandemic. This show aims to educate the public via interviews with leaders in healthcare, public health and policy. You’ll hear from former Kaiser CEO, host of the Fixing Healthcare podcast, and author of Mistreated: Why We Think We're Getting Good Health Care and Why We're Usually Wrong, Robert Pearl; critical care physician and frequent guest on The Doctors, “Dr. Raj” Dasgupta; Patrick C. Beeman, Ob/Gyn and founder of the medical education platform, InsideTheBoards; microbiology professor, Ken Rosenthal; and more. Your host is Dr. Ted O’Connell, family physician, educator, and author of numerous textbooks and peer-reviewed articles. He holds academic appointments at UCSF, UC Davis, and Drexel University's medical schools and also founded the Kaiser Permanente Napa-Solano Community Medicine and Global Health Fellowship, the first program in the U.S. to formally combine both community medicine and global health. Check Ted out on Instagram (@tedoconnellmd) and Twitter (@tedoconnell)! Submit Your Questions for the PodcastSend an email to info@arslonga.media or check out covidpodcast.comWhat Can You Do? You can help spread commonsense about COVID-19 by supporting this podcast. Hit subscribe, leave a positive review, and share it with your friends especially on social media. We can each do our part to ensure that scientifically accurate information about the pandemic spreads faster than rumors or fears. Remember to be vigilant, but remain calm. For the most trusted and real time information on COVID-19 and the coronavirus pandemic, both the CDC and WHO have dedicated web pages to keep the public informed. The information presented in this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice.

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