The Buzz in Behavioral Medicine

In this episode of SBM's Buzz in Behavioral Medicine, Dr. Monica Baskin, a prominent figure in community based participatory research (CBPR), shares her journey from being an undergrad at Emory University to holding leadership roles at University of Alabama at Birmingham, University of Pittsburgh, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, and SBM. Delve into her insights on the evolution of her career, the...

In this episode of the Buzz in Behavioral Medicine, Dr. Abby King delves into her pioneering work in citizen science and the intersection of digital technology and public health using human-centered AI. Her contributions, encapsulated in initiatives like the "Our Voice" global movement, demonstrate the transformative power of community-driven data collection in promoting health equity an...

Join us in this compelling episode of SBM's Buzz in Behavioral Medicine featuring Dr. Karen Emmons, PhD, FSBM renowned for her work at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health ( Learn more ). Dr. Emmons delves into her journey, from growing up on the grounds of a state hospital, to growing a career in tobacco control research, health equity, and community-based interventions. Explore how her...

In this episode of SBM's Buzz in Behavioral Medicine, we're joined by Dr. Sherry Pagoto, a notable figure in digital health and social media's role in behavioral medicine. From her roots in Michigan to her impactful work in skin cancer prevention and obesity, Dr. Pagoto shares her journey and insights into the evolving landscape of health communication. As a former SBM president and...

 In this engaging episode of SBM's BUZZ in Behavioral Medicine, we sit down with Dr. Kelly Brownell, a trailblazer in the fight against obesity and a staunch advocate for public health policy. Dr. Brownell discusses the importance of "Strategic Research" in addressing global health challenges, advocating for a multidisciplinary approach to behavioral medicine. Dive into the conversa...

This February and March, delve into the future of behavioral health with SBM’s BUZZ in Behavioral Medicine, hosted by Dr. Bernard Fuemmeler, the esteemed 2023 president of the Society of Behavioral Medicine (SBM). Under the theme "Moving Behavioral Science Upstream," this podcast series is a curated journey designed for early career professionals and trainees in behavioral medicine, offe...

In this special episode, Dr. Whited is joined by Dr. Carly Goldstein, chair of the Society of Behavioral Medicine (SBM) Public Education Committee and Dr. Stephanie Fitzpatrick, SBM Member Delegate and Annual Meeting Planning Committee Chair. They discuss the impact of communicating behavior change science with the public and introduce a new SciComm Toolkit that SBM will be making available to its...

In the season finale of The Buzz in Behavioral Medicine, Dr. Whited is joined by SBM Past-President Dr. David Conroy, 2022 Program Chair Dr. Ellen Beckjord, current President Dr. Margaret Schneider and 2023 Program Chair Dr. Stephanie Fitzpatrick to share some of their most memorable moments and key takeaways from this year's conference, and look ahead to the 2023 Annual Meeting in Phoenix, A...

Dr. Whited sits down with Dr. Drew Busch and Dr. Alyssa Vela from SBM's Cardiovascular Disease Special Interest Group (SIG) to discuss their new and rapidly-growing SIG and learn about all of the exciting Annual Meeting sessions in the Cardiovascular Disease topic area. Get the latest on the SBM Annual Meeting at https://www.sbm.org/meetings/2022 Connect and Grow: Subscribe to SBM's BUZZ...

In this week's episode, Dr. Whited speaks with Dr. Carmina Valle about some of the most anticipated Annual Meeting programming in the Cancer topic area. Register for the Annual Meeting today at https://www.sbm.org/meetings/2022 Connect and Grow: Subscribe to SBM's BUZZ in Behavioral Medicine to unlock the secrets to a fulfilling career in behavioral medicine. Engage with each episode to...

Dr. Jacob Meyer joins Dr. Whited to discuss the exciting and innovative sessions in the Mental Health topic area that will be taking place during this year's SBM Annual Meeting. Register for the Annual Meeting today at https://www.sbm.org/meetings/2022 Connect and Grow: Subscribe to SBM's BUZZ in Behavioral Medicine to unlock the secrets to a fulfilling career in behavioral medicine. Eng...

Dr. Emily Lattie joins Dr. Whited for an overview of the exciting Digital Health programming planned for this year's SBM Annual Meeting. Register for the Annual Meeting today at https://www.sbm.org/meetings/2022 Connect and Grow: Subscribe to SBM's BUZZ in Behavioral Medicine to unlock the secrets to a fulfilling career in behavioral medicine. Engage with each episode to learn from the b...

In the first episode of SBM's new podcast, Dr. Whited is joined by SBM President Dr. David Conroy to learn about what the 2022 Annual Meeting theme, "The Urgency of Adaptation," means to him and why this year's program has him feeling all "abuzz." Register for the Annual Meeting today at https://www.sbm.org/meetings/2022 Connect and Grow: Subscribe to SBM's BUZZ...