76 Pediatric Practice: Find Your Balance

https://302.buzz/PM-WhatAreYourThoughtsDr. Phil Boucher is a direct care pediatrician in Lincoln, Nebraska, and father of 6.  He is also the host of two amazing podcasts. In Raising Good Parents Podcast, he focuses on helping parents enjoy parenthood more while in Pediatrics 2.0 Podcast, Dr. Boucher and his guests discuss the latest trends in pediatric practices from clinical updates to research advancements to revolutions in care delivery. He paid a visit to Pediatric Meltdown to talk about his journey to pediatrics, his reasons for going solo, and the need for pediatricians to use their voices to inform the general public and our legislators in shaping our healthcare system for the better. [00:01] Opening SegmentDr. Phil Boucher talks about the story behind his pursuit of pediatricsThe fun about the science of pediatrics that we both enjoy[05:08] Launching a Direct Primary Care PracticeThe challenges that Phil needed to face early on in his pediatrics careerHis motivations for opening a solo pediatric direct primary care practiceThe difference between direct primary care from traditional practiceThe benefits of launching a solo practice according to Phil[15:24] Creating Content for Both Parents and PatientsThe more difficult challenge brought about by the COVID-19 pandemicWhat’s more difficult than physical and financial challenges?Phil gives us an important reminder about our use of social mediaThe lessons that listeners can learn from his 2 podcats[25:12] A Pediatrician’s Role in Shaping the Healthcare SystemHow pediatricians can use their expertise in sharing relevant information to the publicThe role that pediatricians can play in informing legislators about health-related issuesPhil’s message for his younger self that you should hear too! [35:51] Closing Segment  Final takeawaysBe brave and find what works for youWhy Phil pursued solo practiceWhy create a podcastWhat pediatricians can learn from Phil’s podcast, Pediatrics 2.0Expert advice for parents that they can hear from Raising Good Parents PodcastThe opportunity to build relationships with parents and patientsPromoting our advocacies through social mediaConnecting with legislators to advance our advocaciesFinding fellow advocates in your local communityWhy we should embrace changeKey Quotes:“Direct [primary care] really means a direct relationship with patients and the physician rather than having the insurance middleman that kind of dictates care.” - Dr. Phil Boucher“If you can provide good information, you are able to capture attention and change hearts and minds because of your relatability, your authenticity, and your credibility as a physician.” - Dr. Phil BoucherResources mentioned:Phil’s podcasts:Raising Good Parents PodcastPediatrics 2.0Pediatrics 2.0 previous episode: Interview with Dr. Paul OffitEmail [email protected] to connect with Phil or check out <a...

Fecha de Publicación: 16 de febrero de 2022

Duración: 39 min