The DocNation Podcast

In this episode of the DocNation Podcast, Dr. Rashmee Patil shares her inspiring journey from traditional clinical practice to becoming a leading figure in liver disease research and healthcare entrepreneurship. She discusses the bold leap she took to open a clinical research site during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, how she scaled her business, and the fulfillment she’s found outside of th...

Dr. Winslow Murdoch joins DocNation hosts Justin Nabity, Neil Dougherty, and Reid Lancaster to discuss the deep flaws in our healthcare system and why he left traditional insurance-based medicine to build a patient-focused, relationship-driven practice. With decades of experience, Dr. Murdoch shares his journey from solo practice to hospital employment and, ultimately, to direct primary care—long...

In this episode of T he DocNation Podcast , hosts Justin Nabity, Reid Lancaster, and Neil Dougherty are joined by Dr. Chaminie Wheeler, a passionate advocate for independent physicians and true physician leadership. Dr. Wheeler discusses how excessive regulations and administrative interference have eroded doctors’ autonomy, forcing them to comply with protocols that don’t always serve patients’ b...

On this episode of the DocNation podcast, hosts Justin Nabity and Dr. Anthony Giuffrida sit down with Dr. Joe Norris to expose the harsh realities of modern medicine. With physician burnout at an all-time high, declining reimbursements, and administrative bloat forcing doctors onto an endless hamster wheel, Dr. Norris shares his own breaking point—walking away from a thriving orthopedic practice b...

In this episode of the DocNation Podcast, hosts Justin Nabity, Reid Lancaster, and Neil Dougherty sit down with Dr. Michael DellaVecchia—a physician, surgeon, researcher, and former president of the Philadelphia County Medical Society—to discuss the evolving landscape of medicine. With expertise spanning ophthalmology, biomedical engineering, and aerospace medicine, Dr. DellaVecchia brings a uniqu...

In this episode of the DocNation podcast, Dr. Rishi Patel joins hosts Reid Lancaster and Justin Nabity to discuss the growing crisis of physician autonomy, the decline of private practice, and the urgent need for collective action. Dr. Patel shares his firsthand experience organizing a resident union, the roadblocks physicians face in reclaiming control, and why the current healthcare system is dr...

Healthcare is broken, and it’s not by accident. In this episode, Dr. Evan Pollack joins the DocNation hosts and they pull back the curtain on why physicians are being systematically squeezed out of the healthcare system’s profits while others thrive. The discussion takes aim at the AMA, questioning why they charge membership dues to physicians while seemingly failing to stop devastating Medicare c...

Hosts Dr. Anthony Giuffrida, Reid Lancaster, and Justin Nabity speak with Dr. Aaron Mitchell, a family medicine physician who owns his own medical practice, about the mounting challenges of value-based care.   The discussion highlights the untenable reality of annual cuts, growing administrative burdens, and the lack of autonomy in pricing—issues unique to medicine. Dr. Mitchell shares how shiftin...

Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Paul Morton joins Justin Nabity and Reid Lancaster on the DocNation Podcast to discuss the harsh realities physicians face in today’s healthcare system. From declining reimbursements and rising operational costs to the systemic challenges of working with hospitals and insurance companies, Dr. Morton sheds light on why physicians are bearing the brunt of financial pressures w...

In this episode of the Doc Nation podcast, hosts Justin Nabity and Neil Dougherty are joined by Dr. Leah Houston, an advocate for physician autonomy and the founder of a credentialing company. Dr. Houston shares her personal experiences with the healthcare system, including a dangerous incident where a patient, who was handcuffed and unsupervised, attempted to assault her. This led her to report t...

How do faith and medicine intersect to transform healthcare? Dr. Kate Aberle, an ear, nose and throat surgeon, joins The DocNation Podcast to share her journey of incorporating prayer and spiritual guidance into her practice. From her early days as a Christian physician to becoming part of a faith-driven movement, Kingdom Medicine, Dr. Aberle emphasizes the importance of compassion over checkbox c...

Pharmacists have a vital yet often underutilized role in healthcare, and Dr. Jaron Stout, PharmD, FASCP, joins us to discuss the challenges and opportunities that exist in bridging this gap. In this episode, Dr. Stout highlights systemic obstacles, including lack of education and awareness about collaboration opportunities, insufficient training on billing processes, and restrictive regulations th...

DocNation welcomes Dr. Michael Gomez, a neonatal specialist with decades of experience across various practice settings, including private practice, hospitals, academic centers, and even healthcare administration. Dr. Gomez brings a unique perspective shaped by his diverse roles in the medical field, offering valuable insights into the growing disconnect between administrative goals and the core v...

DocNation recorded this urgent episode featuring Dr. Brian Rich, a leading physician advocate and regular Congressional witness, to highlight the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2024 (H.R. 10073). This bipartisan bill is a rare opportunity for physicians to come together, unite behind a common cause, and enact real change for the future of healthcare. About H.R. 10073: Ex...

John August joins the Doc Nation podcast to discuss the untapped power of physician collective action. Together with Dr. Anthony Giuffrida and the Doc Nation team, they explore the potential impact of unionization and strikes in healthcare, acknowledging that while strikes are rare among doctors, the power to strike—or even the threat of it—could be a game-changer. August argues that physicians ar...

Dr. Sheldon Taub joins the DocNation team to reflect on the challenges facing today’s healthcare professionals and the stark generational and cultural shifts within the medical community. Dr. Taub and the hosts discuss how financial burdens, like student debt, and a shift toward financial motivations have impacted physician attitudes toward patient care. Dr. Taub shares his personal motivation to...

Dr. Matt Mazurek, Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology at Yale School of Medicine, joins DocNation to unpack the struggles and shifting dynamics within the medical profession as physicians grapple with the diminishing autonomy in healthcare. Together with Dr. Anthony Giuffrida, Reid Lancaster, andJustin Nabity, they explore the tug-of-war between the ideals of medicine and the realities of corpor...

Dr. Brian Rich sits down with Reid Lancaster, Justin Nabity and Dr. Anthony Giuffrida to discuss the growing influence of insurance companies in healthcare.  Dr. Rich exposes how pre-authorizations and denials are delaying or preventing necessary care, while Dr. Giuffrida shares his frustrations with peer-to-peer reviews that do little to help physicians or patients. The message is clear: the corp...

Dr. Kelly Cawcutt, an internal medicine doctor, dual-specialty fellowship trained infectious disease and critical care specialist, joins hosts Justin Nabity, Reid Lancaster, and Dr. Anthony Giuffrida to discuss the pervasive challenges women and underrepresented groups face in medicine. The conversation dives into the harsh realities of tokenism, inequity in leadership roles, and how bias impacts...

Adam Miller of Algos Pathways joins the DocNation podcast as we explore the growing frustrations patients face when trying to access timely and effective healthcare. Adam shares real-life examples, from patients coping with pain by modifying their daily lives to a healthcare system that often leaves patients waiting months for specialist appointments. Alongside co-hosts Dr. Anthony Giuffrida, Just...

Dr. Kaku Barkoh shatters the illusions about career success as he delves into the 'misguided advice' handed down by immigrant and middle-class parents. In this no-holds-barred episode, Dr. Barkoh exposes the myths around pursuing careers in medicine, law, and engineering, emphasizing the harsh realities that most people overlook. We dive deep into the concept of 'wealth relativity,' the glaring ga...

Dr. Jon Nichol delivers a raw, unfiltered reality check on the state of modern medicine. With Reid Lancaster, Justin Nabity, and Dr. Anthony Giuffrida facilitating, Dr. Nichol dives deep into the power struggle between physicians and administrators, exposing how doctors—the true frontline players—have been systematically stripped of their authority by business-minded executives who have never set...

DocNation dives into the complexities of non-compete agreements for physicians, featuring legal insights from attorney Steve Stratman. As non-competes face increasing scrutiny at both state and federal levels, Stratman breaks down the current legal landscape, offering strategies for physicians looking to navigate restrictive contracts. From the evolving state laws banning non-competes to practical...

In this foundational episode of the Doc Nation Podcast, the founders share how this movement came to be and why it's so critical for physicians.  We discuss the harsh realities facing physicians today, which ultimately led us to create this movement. We dive into how doctors are only taking home 7-8% of the revenue they generate, residents work long hours for minimal pay, and how they're expected...

John August of Cornell joins us as we dive into "The Decision-Making Gap," a critical issue in healthcare where decisions impacting patient care are often made by those who are not directly involved in providing it—like insurance companies, administrators, and policymakers. John August is a seasoned expert in labor relations and healthcare. He joins us to explore how this disconnect creates challe...