Best Hesham A Hassaballa Podcasts (2025)

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Sleep In The ICU: The Guidelines and What We Should Do 11:10

6d ago11:10

11:10

In Part 2 of the Sleep in the ICU series, Dr. Hassaballa discusses the SCCM guidelines with respect to sleep in critically ill adults and what we should do in the ICU. SCCM Guidelines: https://www.sccm.org/clinical-resources/guidelines/guidelines/guidelines-for-the-prevention-and-management-of-pa SCCM Update: https://sccm.org/clinical-resources/gui…

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"They Don't Make Them Like They Used To": My Conversation with Dr. Adam Cifu 45:27

13d ago45:27

45:27

Dr. Adam Cifu is an award-winning Medical Educator and general internist at the University of Chicago. He also writes for the fantastic Substack, Sensible Medicine. I had a wonderful conversation with him about Medical Education and how it has changed and not changed over the years. Dr. Cifu's books: https://www.adamcifu.com/books Sensible Medicine…

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Sleep in the ICU: The Classic Experiments 12:14

20d ago12:14

12:14

In the first of a two-part series about sleep in the intensive care unit, Dr. Hassaballa discusses the classic sleep deprivation studies and their implications on our own sleep.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Every Measles Death Is Too Many 6:44

25d ago6:44

6:44

Unless one has lost a child, then he or she can never know the horror of the parents who just lost a child to measles in Texas. For the latest on the Texas Measles Outbreak: https://www.dshs.texas.gov/news-alerts/measles-outbreak-2025By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Faith in the ICU: Stories of Wonder 4:10

1M ago4:10

4:10

In the latest installment of the Faith in the ICU Series, Dr. Hassaballa recounts a story that has always stayed with him.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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ICU Lecture Series: The ICU Liberation Bundle 23:53

1M ago23:53

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In this latest episode of the ICU Lecture Series, Dr. Hassaballa lectures to staff about the ICU Liberation Bundle. Link: https://sccm.org/clinical-resources/iculiberation-home/abcdef-bundlesBy Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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What Is A Blood Transfusion, Truly? 7:20

2M ago7:20

7:20

Despite multiple specialty society guidelines recommending not to transfuse blood if the hemoglobin levels are above 7-8 g/dL, many physicians disregard the recommendations. Why is that? Dr. Hassaballa discusses this issue. Article referenced in the show: https://www.pulmccm.org/p/guidelines-on-red-cell-transfusion…

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ICU Lecture Series: Metabolic Acidosis 16:43

2M ago16:43

16:43

In this latest ICU lecture series, Dr. Hassaballa discusses metabolic acidosis: how to diagnose it and what to do about it.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Great Minds in Medicine: Dr. Elaine Chen 43:25

2M ago43:25

43:25

What would someone who is BOTH a Critical Care and Palliative Care Doctor say about palliative care in the ICU? I asked one. Links from the show: The Coleman Palliative Medicine Training Program: https://colemanpalliative.org/ Research Articles referenced in the episode: Norton SA, Hogan LA, Holloway RG, Temkin-Greener H, Buckley MJ, Quill TE. Proa…

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From the Appeals Desk: Coding Clinics and Sepsis 7:14

2M ago7:14

7:14

Many payers state that a 2016 Coding Clinics article allows them to deny sepsis DRGs. This is not true, and Dr. Hassaballa goes into the article and what is specifically says about sepsis. And, he issues an unequivocal condemnation of the murder of Brian Thompson.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Great Minds in Medicine: Dr. Sergio Zanotti 40:32

3M ago40:32

40:32

In the latest installment of the "Great Minds in Medicine" series, I sit down with Dr. Sergio Zanotti, Critical Care Chief Medical Officer for Sound Physicians. We had a wide-ranging discussion about medicine, critical care, and healthcare in general. It was, perhaps, one of my favorite conversations. Discussed during the podcast: The Ventilator (H…

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Faith in the ICU: Does Being a Physician Weaken My Faith? 6:40

3M ago6:40

6:40

Given that physicians frequently make life and death decisions, especially in the ICU, does being a physician weaken one's faith? Dr. Hassaballa reflects on his own experience of faith and being a doctor.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Most Oncologists Do Not Refer to Palliative Care. What? 12:34

3M ago12:34

12:34

Despite a strong recommendation by the American Society of Clinical Oncology in its guidelines, recent surveys indicate very few, if any at all, Oncologists refer patients to Palliative Care. This is a huge disservice.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Great Minds in Medicine: Dr. Mohammad Alo 50:18

3M ago50:18

50:18

I sit down with Dr. Mohammad Alo, America's Cardiologist and great friend of mine, and we discuss all things cholesterol and social media best practices for Doctors. Dr. Mohammad Alo on X: https://x.com/MohammedAlo Website: dralo.net/linksBy Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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What If An Unresponsive Patient Is Actually "In There"? 13:07

3M ago13:07

13:07

Recent research shows that a substantial minority of patients have cognitive motor dissociation. This has many important implications for our practice of critical care medicine. NEJM Study: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2400645 NY Times Column: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/11/opinion/covert-consciousness-unresponsive-brain.html…

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Journal Club: Is Rapid Correction of Hyponatremia Dangerous? 9:10

4M ago9:10

9:10

Dr. Hassaballa discusses this recent review article and meta-analysis of the correction rate of hyponatremia and clinical outcomes.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Journal Club: Small-bore vs Large-bore Chest Tube for Hemothorax 10:44

4M ago10:44

10:44

In this episode of Journal Club, Dr. Hassaballa discusses the recent study comparing small-bore to large-bore chest tubes for hemothorax drainage.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Happy Birthday, Booboo. 3:27

4M ago3:27

3:27

Daddy misses you so much.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Faith in the ICU: Doctors Should Not Shy Away 5:42

4M ago5:42

5:42

In a new series on Healthcare Musings, Dr. Hassaballa discusses faith in the ICU and how Doctors should not shy away from faith. It can be an added asset in the right circumstance.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Journal Club: Long Term Oxygen Therapy 10:48

5M ago10:48

10:48

A recent study showed that you don’t need oxygen all day, every day. That’s welcome news for patients needing chronic oxygen.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Social Media For Doctors: A Conversation with Austan Lundeen 31:04

5M ago31:04

31:04

Marketing is literally in Austan Lundeen’s blood. So, I sat down with him to get tips on how to best use social media as a clinician.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Trump Health 2.0 and the Murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson 29:00

5M ago29:00

29:00

On this special edition of PopHealth Week Fred Goldstein and Gregg Masters discuss critical healthcare issues, systemic challenges, and political developments. The episode opens with the tragic news of Brian Thompson, the United Healthcare CEO's death and its potential implications on the healthcare landscape. Key themes include: Healthcare System …

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Why We Vaccinate Against Measles 11:10

5M ago11:10

11:10

This highly contagious virus can absolutely kill children.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Journal Club: IV vs. IO in Cardiac Arrest 9:09

5M ago9:09

9:09

A study showed no difference between IV and IO access in cardiac arrest. Yet, I have some questions. Study link: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2407616By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Great Minds in Medicine: Dr. Vivek Tirmal 28:28

6M ago28:28

28:28

Insurance companies will use obscure “Coding Clinics” articles to deny various DRGs. I asked appeal expert Dr. Vivek Tirmal of Sound Advisory Services all about this.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Beware the Potential Dangers of Cannabis 5:49

6M ago5:49

5:49

As cannabis use becomes more widespread, and more potent, clinicians need to be aware of its potential harms. NY Times article cited in show: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/04/us/cannabis-marijuana-risks-addiction.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShareBy Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Go Out And Vote 5:10

6M ago5:10

5:10

If we clinicians are not at the table, then we will be on the menu.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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“Reducing Waste” in Healthcare 6:38

6M ago6:38

6:38

If we provide care consistent with our patients’ values and preferences, we are good stewards of scarce resources and provide compassionate effective care. Sign up below to get every episode in your email:http://eepurl.com/i1xuH2By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Great Minds in Medicine: Dr. Greg Johnson 37:27

7M ago37:27

37:27

In this next podcast in the “Great Minds in Medicine” series, I sit down with Dr. Greg Johnson, Chief Physician Executive at Unity Point Health. We discuss the state of healthcare and healthcare equity. Unequal Treatment (2003): https://nap.nationalacademies.org/catalog/12875/unequal-treatment-confronting-racial-and-ethnic-disparities-in-health-car…

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Innovating Glycemic Care with Ashley Reynolds PhD MSN RN Chief Product Officer 31:00

7M ago31:00

31:00

This week on PopHealth Week, Fred Goldstein had the pleasure of hosting Dr. Ashley Reynolds, Chief Product and Experience Officer at Glytec, a health tech company revolutionizing the management of glycemic control in healthcare settings. With a dynamic career path that began in the Navy as a corpsman and evolved through nursing, emergency care, and…

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How Patients and Their Families Can Prevent Clinician Burnout 3:44

7M ago3:44

3:44

It is very small and goes a very long way… Sign up here to get every episode of Healthcare Musings in your inbox.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Journal Club: Replacing Serum Potassium 9:53

7M ago9:53

9:53

In this latest Journal Club episode, Dr. Hassaballa discusses an article about potassium replacement after cardiac surgery. Could this be the beginning of a more sensible potassium replacement protocol? Study link: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2823246By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Know Your Sepsis 7:09

7M ago7:09

7:09

As we conclude Sepsis Awareness Month, Dr. Hassaballa discusses how the definition of sepsis changes depending on which insurance company the patient uses.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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PLEASE Don’t Do THIS To Prevent Food Poisoning! 9:58

7M ago9:58

9:58

Some say drinking alcohol may prevent food poisoning. Umm…not really.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Raising Awareness of Physician Suicide 2:33

8M ago2:33

2:33

September 17 is Physician Suicide Awareness Day. I’ve seen the face of physician suicide, and it is devastating.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Great Minds in Medicine: Dr. Rob Bessler 41:10

8M ago41:10

41:10

Dr. Rob Bessler, CEO of Honest Health and Founder of Sound Physicians, talks with Dr. Hassaballa about where healthcare in America needs to go.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Sepsis Beware 4:36

8M ago4:36

4:36

In honor of Sepsis Awareness Month, Dr. Hassaballa remind us to always be on the lookout for sepsis, which can manifest as a variety of conditions.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Get Your Living Will Done Today 13:26

8M ago13:26

13:26

In this episode, Dr. Hassaballa discusses the utmost importance of having advanced directives in place now, when you’re healthy and of sound mind. Living Will Link: https://www.legalzoom.com/marketing/estate-planning/living-will Healthcare Power of Attorney: https://legaltemplates.net/form/lt/medical-power-of-attorney/…

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Aneesh Chopra, 1st Chief Technology Officer of the U.S., Obama Administration 30:00

8M ago30:00

30:00

On today's episode of Health UnaBASHEd,our guest is the 1st Chief Techonology Officer of the U.S. under president Obama, Aneesh Chopra. Aneesh served president of CareJourney, acquired by Arcadia in June of this year, where Aneesh now serves as Chief Strategy Officer of the combined company. CareJourney is an open data membership service building a…

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Nick Adkins, Co-Founder, Pinksocks.Life 29:00

8M ago29:00

29:00

On today's episode of Health UnaBASHEd,our guest is Nick Adkins, Co-Founder, Pinksocks.Life a tax exempt 501(c)(3) charitable organization focused on promoting human connection around the world. We discuss the genesis of tbe movement and the role of gifting 'for free and for fun' to make a difference in the lives of others. The pinksocks movement e…

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B2B thought leader, content creator, and top technology influencer Evan Kirstel 29:00

8M ago29:00

29:00

On today's episode of Health UnaBASHEd,our guest is B2B thought leader, content creator, and top technology influencer Evan Kirstel. We discuss tools and platforms available to build and curate community in the health innovation economy. Evan has built, quite the digital footprint and following in the tech space including 420K Twitter, 56K LinkedIn…

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Meet Digital Health and AI in Health Global Thought Leader John Nosta 29:00

8M ago29:00

29:00

On today's episode of Health UnaBASHEd,our guest is making his third appearance on the show is tech influencer. global thought leader, keynote speaker and author John Nosta, president at NOSTA LABS. We discuss the rollout of AI and it's practical uiptake into the health and live sciences ecosystems. John weighs in on the range of LLMs (large langua…

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Great Minds in Medicine: Dr. Rob Zipper 57:05

8M ago57:05

57:05

With the continuing decrease in physician reimbursement from CMS, Dr. Hassaballa has a conversation with Dr. Rob Zipper, CMO of Advisory Services of Sound Physicians. Links mentioned in episode: Dartmouth Atlas: https://data.dartmouthatlas.org/ Documentation Rules: https://www.ama-assn.org/system/files/2023-e-m-descriptors-guidelines.pdf CPT: https…

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Journal Club: Preoxygenation Prior To Intubation 13:20

9M ago13:20

13:20

Dr. Hassaballa discusses a recent study about using noninvasive ventilation for preoxygenation prior to intubation. Study link: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2313680By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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My Advice For Those Starting Medical School 4:40

9M ago4:40

4:40

Dr. Hassaballa shares advice for those students starting medical school.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Reflections on the Olympic Games 5:19

9M ago5:19

5:19

As the 2024 Summer Olympic Games enter their final week, Dr. Hassaballa reflects on how wonderful it is to watch.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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The Battle Against An Ignoble Death 7:45

9M ago7:45

7:45

Just as important as battling critical illness, the battle against an ignoble death is crucial in the ICU. Dr. Hassaballa reflects.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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The Battles I Wage In The ICU 8:03

9M ago8:03

8:03

As an Intensivist, I wage multiple battles in the ICU. In this latest episode, I reflect on what those battles are.By Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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Stress Ulcer Prophylaxis - What’s the Evidence? 5:48

10M ago5:48

5:48

In this latest episode of Journal Club, Dr. Hassaballa discusses the latest evidence regarding stress ulcer prophylaxis. Article link: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2404245 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit healthcaremusings.substack.com…

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WTF, CMS? 8:07

10M ago8:07

8:07

CMS has proposed another cut in physician reimbursement. Really? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit healthcaremusings.substack.comBy Hesham A. Hassaballa, MD, FCCP

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