UpMed: The Journal of Healthcare's Race To The Bottom

Dr. Erica Urquhart, our host, is an orthopedic surgeon with over 20 years of practice. Join Dr. Erica as she gives our listeners a behind the scenes look at the healthcare industry, from both the medical and financial perspectives. She and her guests will provide a unique lens on the problems and solutions required for better healthcare in the United States.

UpMed: The Journal of Healthcare's Race To The Bottom is a health podcast hosted by Dr. Erica Urquhart, with 15 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Dr. Erica Urquhart hosts UpMed: The Journal of Healthcare's Race To The Bottom, a health show with 15 episodes published.

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  Episode #8

  CHAPTER 8: Ethos. Pathos. Logos

  Dec 29, 202416 minS2

  <p >In the final episode of Season 2 of UpMed: The Journal of Healthcare’s Race To The Bottom, Dr. Erica Rowe Urquhart discusses the complex landscape of the current healthcare system. She likens the healthcare crisis to a David and Goliath situation, emphasizing the need for proactive solutions and policy reforms to tackle detrimental practices. The episode explores the ‘ethos', ‘pathos’, and 'logos’ of our current healthcare system, highlighting the diverse stakeholders including large, medium, and small healthcare systems and providers. Dr. Urquhart dives into the financial dynamics involving insurance companies, stressing the significance of understanding insurance benefits and advocating for legisl...

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  Episode #7

  CHAPTER 7: The Burdens of Prior Authorization in Healthcare

  Dec 23, 202424 minS2

  <p >In this episode of UpMed: The Journal of Healthcare’s Race To The Bottom, Dr. Erica Rowe Urquhart shares an insightful anecdote regarding the implications and inefficiencies of prior authorization in healthcare. Dr. Urquhart narrates the case of a patient with a knee injury, whose surgery was compromised and modified due to insurance authorization issues. She explores the broader impact of prior authorization on patient care, supported by research articles, one authored by Dr's. Eugene and Shushan Yang, highlighting the administrative burdens and adverse outcomes. The episode critiques the motivations behind utilization management, calling for urgent reform to prioritize pa...

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  Episode #6

  Chapter 6: Exploring Burnout and Healthcare Education: An Interview with Dr. Courtney Reinisch

  Dec 16, 202438 minS2

  <p >In this episode of UpMed: The Journal of Healthcare’s Race To The Bottom, hosted by Dr. Erika Rowe Urquhart, the discussion centers around the critical issue of burnout in nursing and the healthcare industry, a topic that has gained prominence especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Erika welcomes Dr. Courtney Reinisch, a professor at Montclair State University and a part-time employee in public health, who shares her extensive background in nursing and her experiences during the pandemic. They delve into the challenges of nurse burnout, the impact of COVID-19 on healthcare education and practice, and the evolving role of...

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  Episode #5

  Chapter 5: The Economics of Mutuality

  Dec 9, 202419 minS2

  <p>In this thought provoking episode of UpMed: The Journal of Healthcare’s Race To The Bottom, Dr. Erica Rowe Urquhart discusses the concept of Economics of Mutuality as it pertains to healthcare. She shares her experiences from studying at Oxford and discusses the concept of mutuality.  Dr. Urquhart highlights the critical role of mutuality in private medical practices, recounting her journey in healthcare from Johns Hopkins, and addresses the challenges posed by third-party payers like insurance companies. She sheds light on the detrimental effects of current policies on community healthcare, especially in under-resourced areas, and the disincentives for providers to...

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  Chapter 4: Navigating the Business Side Of A Private Practice

  Dec 2, 202425 minS2

  <p>In this episode, host Dr. Erica Rowe Urquhart speaks with Dr. Brian Sims, an orthopedic surgeon with extensive education and experience, about the challenges and nuances of running a private orthopedic practice. Dr. Sims shares his journey from medical school through obtaining an MBA to better manage the business side of medical practice. The discussion covers topics such as the complexities of insurance contracts, the necessity of business knowledge for private practitioners, the structure and operation of his multi-specialty practice in Amarillo Texas, and the broader healthcare landscape. Dr. Sims also reflects on his passion for surgery and the...

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