Doc 2 Doc

In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with the new IMS president, Lillian Erdahl, MD. Dr. Erdahl discusses how she became a breast surgical oncologist, how physicians can use social media to connect with their peers, and how she strives to find the joy in medicine. 

In this episode, Brian Privett, MD speaks to Marta Van Beek, MD, about her role in the American Medical Association, physician reimbursement, and how she thinks physicians should get involved. 

Iowa Medical Society Director of Government Relations, Seth Brown, JD, joins us to talk about the upcoming legislative session and what to expect in 2026.

Dr. Privett talks with Ross Polking from the Foster group about common questions physicians have about their finances. 

In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with new IMS president, Alison Lynch, MD. We discuss Dr. Lynch's professional life, what she's been up to since her inauguration, and inspirations for her important work.

The U.S. is experiencing a significant physician shortage estimated at 64,000 providers, that is only predicted to increase to at least 86,000 by 2036. On December 6, 2024, the Iowa Medical Society organized their Operation I.O.W.A. summit of over 60 physicians, healthcare executives, policy experts and community leaders to address this issue, and craft solutions. In this episode, we are joined by...

In this episode, show host Dr. Privett is joined by Adelle Rogers from Primary Health Care’s Women’s Health Program, and Kristina Seier, Member Education & Grant Initiatives Specialist with the Iowa Medical Society to discuss how Project ECHO can serve as a helpful tool for maternal health providers. More information: Primary Health Care Maternal Health Innovations ECHO: https://iecho.org/publ...

In this episode we sit down with past IMS president and former IMS AMA delegate Rob Lee, MD to discuss the June House of Delegates meeting, and how IMS members can get involved in advocacy on a national level. This episode was recorded in July, 2024. Thank you to our podcast sponsor: Foster Group

In this episode we sit down with Kent Kramer, CFP, Chief Investment Officer at Foster Group to discuss how Iowa physicians can make informed decisions during this election season about the future of their finances. 

In this podcast, we explore the mental health challenges faced by physicians, delving into statistics and the impact of job demands on their well-being. We’ll share personal testimonials and actionable strategies to address these issues, and highlight valuable resources such as The Iowa Board of Medicine’s Physician Health Program (IPHP) and Recognize. Recover. Rebuild. These programs are designed...

In this episode, Dr. Privett sits down (live and in-person!) with AMA President Bruce Scott, MD, to discuss the American Medical Association's "5 keys to fixing America's rural health crisis," and to learn more about how these steps can help alleviate the physician shortage in Iowa.

In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with IMS president, Christina Taylor, MD, Chief Medical Officer at Clover Health Value Based Care to discuss her role as IMS president and her vision for the future of the Iowa Medical Society.

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Alan Lembitz, Senior Medical Director and vice president of patient safety and risk management at COPIC. With over a decade of experience, Dr. Lembitz has spearheaded innovative initiatives, overseen comprehensive educational programs, and addressed critical issues in medical liability. Join us as we dive into his invaluable insights on enhancing patient safet...

In this episode, we are joined by two IMS medical student champions who took part in Physician Day on the Hill last year, Joshua Turek from Des Moines University and Sarah Costello from the University of Iowa, to talk about the importance of state level advocacy. Register for Physician Day on the Hill (PDOTH) here! We hope to see you for this important day of advocacy on February 6, 2024.

In this episode, we are joined by U.S. Senator Joni Ernst, and IMS board member Dr. Peter Tonui to discuss Iowa’s physician shortage, and how we can work together to find solutions to this critical healthcare issue. 

In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Foster Group Lead Advisor Ashlee Vieregger, JD, CFP, CTFA to discuss best practices for financial planning at all stages of our members' medical education and physician career.

September is Women in Medicine Month! In this episode of the podcast, host Brian Privett, MD, speaks with Deborah Turner, MD, (IMS Women in Medicine Conference keynote speaker) and Lillian Erdahl, MD, (IMS Secretary/Treasurer) about their experiences as women in medicine in anticipation of the second annual IMS Women in Medicine Conference on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023.

In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Privett sits down with Victoria Sharp, MD, MBA, Iowa Medical Society Delegate Chair to the American Medical Association, for a conversation around the AMA's Annual Meeting in Chicago, and how individuals can impact policy on all levels.

In this episode of the podcast, host Brian Privett, MD, sits down with Iowa Medical Society Director of Government Relations, Phil Jeneary, and Dr. Gerard Clancy, Senior Associate Dean for External Affairs and Professor of Psychiatry and Emergency Medicine at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine, to discuss advocacy during this legislative interim, and how Iowa’s healthcare community...

In this episode, podcast host Brian Privett, MD, is joined by Iowa Medical Society president and pediatric intensivist Jessica Zuzga-Reed, DO, to talk about physician advocacy, being involved with organized medicine, and the importance of adaptability in healthcare.

In this episode of Doc 2 Doc, host Brian Privett, MD, sits down with Gena Benoit, MD, Program Director for the Genesis Quad Cities family medicine residency program, to discuss the importance of residency education, and the future of family medicine in Iowa.

In this episode of the podcast, host Dr. Brian Privett sits down with new Iowa Medical Society CEO Steve Churchill to talk about his journey with IMS so far, and his plans for the Society moving forward. IMS members can contact Steve at: schurchill@iowamedical.org or call (515)421-4770

In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Iowa State Representative Ann Meyer, and Michael McCoy, MD (President/CEO of Great River Health in West Burlington) to talk about the importance of passing medical tort reform this legislative session.

In this episode, host Brian Privett, MD, is joined by pediatric critical care physician Jessica Zuzga-Reed, DO, and the president of the Iowa Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, Marianka Pille, MD, to talk about the state of pediatric respiratory illness in Iowa, and how we can help to protect those most vulnerable. 

In this episode, we celebrate the 1-year anniversary of the Doc 2 Doc podcast with host Brian Privett, MD, and returning guests Doctor Scott Truhlar and Doctor Tiffani Milless. Listen as we recap some of the year's more popular podcast episodes, and share where are headed with the show in 2023!