Political opinions inserted into a mortality conversation…. No thanks

AMA’s head so far up it’s own butt it can’t see how horrible an organization it’s become. Attacks it’s own people such as Ed Livingston and forces him to resign over some bull controversy. I’ll never support them again.

As a pharmacist, I was hoping to develop more of a holistic picture of disease states beyond drug therapy with these podcasts. Very minimal focus on dietary/lifestyle modifications- not a great message to get across newer clinicians.

How can a podcast be so shortsided as to have two men (white men?) declaring that there is no racism in the medical profession. First, that’s a sweeping idea - that there exists zero racism - and second, they are not the affected parties. By centering themselves at the table, by not inviting a more knowledgeable guest, they looked foolish and uninformed as they talked outside their specialty. Maybe they didn’t know anyone within the 5% of Black doctors to give first hand accounts of the experiences they’ve faced, like listening to AMA podcasts. The entire situation reeks of irony, and I hope the AMA opens up it’s board membership and replaces uninformed people with doctors on the frontlines of change. I have Instagram content more educational than that episode. There’s a group of Black surgeons who do TikTok and demonstrate that they can be who they are, look who they look like, and be a licensed physician. They discuss the racism they face at their workplace, the statements by staff and patients. But instead we needed opinions from people who are not the victims of racism on whether racism has been solved.

Most episodes great. Just listened to IBS. No mention of diet, exercise, or even fiber. Very little on stress. A bunch of marginal drugs mentioned. Try looking at the forest through the trees. Wake up to the effects of lifestyle on health.

Very disappointed in the episode on structural racism. The host inserts his opinions which are only an example of how racism still exists in modern times. First, he defines racism as “use of race to make decisions about one can or cannot do or to somehow limit someone’s possibilities.” Where did he get this antiquated definition? This does not encompass what racism is at all. Second, even individual racism appears to be defined inaccurately...where is implicit racism in this conversation? Third, he seems to assume that the Civil Rights Act eradicated racism, how would he explain, then, BIPOC’s chronic experiences of racism in modern times? Fourth, the host states that the term structural racism is off-putting, because its inclusion of the term “racism” “offends” people who do not consider themselves racism. Fifth, he claims to have grown up “anti-racist.” To be anti-racist, someone must acknowledge their internalized racism AND structural racism and actively challenge this. These are only a few examples of the frustratingly obtuse things the host shares. Each of these examples reveals how racism persists in our country; that is, there are people like the host who seem to think a) it doesn’t exist because it’s “illegal”, b) that individuals are immune from implicit racism, and c) gets offended by the term “racism.”

This episode on structural racism was the most egregious discussion if the topic that I have ever heard. Dr Katz was too kind with the host. How anyone could be so ignorant, and proudly so, of the concept is beyond me. The host needs a crash course in the realities of our society. Because something is illegal does not mean that it does not happen. Why is that so hard for him to believe? Redlining, housing and job discrimination, etc all occur despite the fact that they are illegal. I sincerely hope that JAMA addresses this very disappointing exchange.

The structural racism for doctors episode was tone-deaf and as a physician of color, quite offensive. Basically another demonstration of “white fragility.”

This episode is a very concerning example of color blind, implicit bias being presented under the guise of understanding and explaining racism. Ignoring the very personal core of the issue of race, while focusing only on structural problems is profoundly dangerous ... and could only be done so thoughtlessly by those with extreme power and privilege - as exhibited by the hosts of this podcast.

Unfortunately this episode misses the mark. The name speaks for itself. As the guest mentioned multiple times, structural racism does not accuse a single person of being racist, nor does it accuse a single person of building this system and structure. Structural racism is systemic discrimination based upon race. If we don’t focus and acknowledge the role that race and ethnicity play, we will never move forward. I’m sorry the word “racism” makes you feel uncomfortable. As a Black American, I can guarantee that racism causes much more than mere discomfort for me.

Great but the audio quality is atrocious.

Finally a medical podcast that is logical, practical, and concise. I enjoyed your episode about OA.

My favorite JAMA podcast of all time I learned about 4 new things that I will use in my practice!

Great pod usually, but they’ve gone full Covid Cult over the last several months, so be sure to research their claims as many are anecdotal at best. The AMA continues its 100 year history of disgraceful behavior.

Very fun and interesting content. I am a 3rd year medical student, and I really enjoy the historical perspectives and the broad overviews of the the topics coupled with detailed information. The production quality and scripts are also very well done. I think JAMA Clinical Reviews has mastered the Conversational style of instruction. Keep up the good work.

Spectacular.

This is an excellent platform for understanding different topics within medicine to be well informed on relevant topics that are useful in practice. Thank you and I truly appreciate the work put in to making this podcast.

this is GREAT information and I am more than grateful for the doctor's generosity in doing it. and i remember something re the definition of a doctor which says that a doctor is a Teacher.

Great idea the coverage of major presentations in conferences. A step beyond would be to synchronize with papers published in one of the Journals! Wonderful job, Dr. Livingston!

Great tidbits of clinical correlation for medical students. Would love to hear an episode about new medical technologies!

Enjoy the important info. Thank you

Love this guy, always on the top of the most latest info.

Hats off to the moderator and producers for trying something different on this podcast. But my issue is the seemingly simplistic definitions of the subject being discussed and patient testimonials that repeat what any practicing doctor already knows. I suspect the vast majority of listeners are medical professionals and will know what atrial fibrillation is, and what a patient typically experiences with whatever pathology. Most practicing physicians will have heard it many times. I suspect the producers are trying to appeal to a lay audience. But this means a professional listener has to sit thru a lot of irrelevance.

Great topics and discussions. When will there be new episodes?

I love the relevant, high-yield review of medical topics. Listen to the podcast every week.

Detailed. Concise. Informative. This is one of the best medical podcasts I’ve heard. I put this on in the car or when exercising to review (and learn new things).

Listening to ‘On the Frontlines of the AIDS Epidemic at the CDC, Part 1.’ The only woman mentioned so far (referred to as ‘she’ ) was someone at the CDC who said “I wasn’t married until I was in my 40’s, I’m sure lots of people thought I was gay.” The doctor speaking strongly implies that this assertion leads him away from his initial impression of the patient he was interviewing, and that he would have been correct had this pesky girl not interfered. In one line, your team has both minimized and marginalized women’s contribution to the early stages of the AIDS epidemic to that of some combination of a spinster + Odysseus’ siren; an undesirable woman leading the manly, masculine team of brilliant men astray. Are there any women editors involved in the making of your podcast? If not, get some, as we medical school enrollees who are now majority women say, stat.

Great way to stay in the loop!

Excellent guests and short but detailed episodes

Keep the podcasts coming!

Dr. Ed Livingston is a terrific presenter...he asks the questions and gets the answers that I want to know.

Easy to listen to....discusses several aspects of clinical issues

this podcast has definitely improved over the years. please keep up the good work!

I'm a bit confused by which JAMA podcasts contain the CME related activity, but some of the biggest celebrities in medicine - a few of the greatest sages of medicine are interviewed in the podcasts. For example, the physician who discovered Burkitt's lymphoma and the doctor who discovered Lyme disease.

Relevant and balanced presentation of important clinical topics with good summaries and practical perspectives.

Simple, quick insightful. Finding time to keep up with your favorite journals is near impossible. I find this podcast extremely helpful. I commonly find myself listening to it on my commute then going back to read the most interesting articles then listening to the cast one more time! The interviews are that behind the scenes look into some of the best research in the world.

I'm a first year internal medicine. These podcasts are amazing. Dynamic. Relevant. Evidence based. Highly recommend

Really enjoying this podcast as a medical student currently studying for boards. My favorite episode so far was Lyme disease, which was presented as a fascinating mystery. Love when patients are interviewed as well as phyicians to get multiple perspectives. When the disease is presented as a story, you are hooked!

Well-produced. Ed Livingston asks the right questions to the appropriate people, and summarizes well. A joy to listen to. - a 4th Year Medical Student

This is an outstanding quality of podcast! I am so happy that you created this podcast. I used this pod cast for my teaching my students during graduate level research class.

Great podcast reviewing major topics. Excellent for both residents and staff.

Absolutely a must have for busy physicians. Well organized and concise.

Informative podcast. One of my favorites

Engaging, evidence-based, and practical. One of the very best medical podcasts I've heard!

As someone who had Lyme disease, I appreciated how well-organized and thorough the episode about Lyme was. Great podcast for the general public and for those looking to further their medical knowledge and understanding.

Exactly what I was looking for. Concise and to the point.

Very informative and interesting at the same time. The information presented is easy to grasp as well. My new favorite to listen to while driving!

A great podcast for staying up to date on current medical issues!

Very interesting and applicable as a medical student. Learning lots of information and it is very interesting!

Found these really insightful/helpful as a medical student!