Family Med PO

On this episode of Family Med PO, Kristie and Jeremy interview Dr. Howsen Kwan, a direct primary care (DPC) family physician in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. We discuss what brought him to family medicine, how he discovered DPC, his experience as a DPC family physician, and more!

In this episode of Family Med PO, Dani and Jeremy interview Dr. Astrud Villareal, one of the many beloved faculty members in the Department of  Family and Community Medicine at UT Southwestern. We discuss her passion for academic family medicine, what she enjoys about her job, how she strives to keep work-life balance, and more!

In this episode of Family Med PO, Jeremy interviews Dr. Sai Madhavapeddi, a sports medicine physician in private practice in the Dallas area. We discuss his path as a nontraditional student to medical school, what piqued his interest in sports medicine, what his day-to-day practice consists of, and more!

In this episode of Family Med PO, Jeremy and Kristie interview Dr. Jane Goodman, a second-year family medicine resident at UT Southwestern. We discuss what brought Dr. Goodman to family medicine, how she prioritizes wellness, her plans for her future practice, and more!

In this episode of Family Med PO, Ambica and Jeremy interview Dr. Turya Nair, a beloved faculty member in the Department of Family and Community Medicine at UT Southwestern. Dr. Nair discusses her experiences in academic family medicine, integrative medicine, and medical humanities, and she offers insight and advice for anyone considering family medicine as a specialty choice!

In this episode of Family Med PO, Dr. Sepdham discusses the various perks of family medicine, his time as a flight surgeon in the Air Force, and the intricacies of academic medicine 

In this episode of Family Med PO, Dr. Doug Curran discusses his 40-year career in rural family medicine, TMA presidency, burn-out, patient-advocacy, and more!

In this episode, Anita and Oliver interview Dr. Richard Young, a family medicine physician at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas. This is a special episode in which Dr. Young discusses data about the role of primary care in the United States. Dr. Young talks about the exorbitant costs of our healthcare system, the culture of medicine, and how family physicians are well equipped to solve many of the issues plaguing our system.

Produced by: Anita Vasudevan and Oliver Taylor

Music by: Jacob Khoury

The views in this episode reflect those of the UT Southwestern Family Medicine Interest Group.

This time, Amy and Anita interview Dr. Jenny Cohen, a family medicine physician at Southwest Family Medicine Associates in Dallas, TX. In addition to her family medicine residency training, she went on to complete a fellowship in Integrative Medicine and now incorporates the principles of nutrition, exercise, and a balanced lifestyle into her practice. Dr. Cohen also practices having a healthy lifestyle, and she is a proud mother and wife.

Dr. Cohen recommends you read the book "Buddha's Brain" by Rick Hanson.

Produced by: Anita Vasudevan and Amy Luu

Music by: Jacob Khoury

The views in this episode reflect those of the UT Southwestern Family Medicine Interest Group.

This time, Anita and Oliver interview Dr. Shivum Agarwal, a family doc out in rural Jacksboro, Texas, where he practices full scope family medicine (including performing laparoscopic cholecystectomies and appendectomies)! Dr. Agarwal also has a strong interest in global health and believes that family physicians are well equipped as providers abroad. Dr. Agarwal completed his residency at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, TX.

Produced by: Anita Vasudevan and Oliver Taylor

Music by: Jacob Khoury

The views in this episode reflect those of the UT Southwestern Family Medicine Interest Group. 

This time, Oliver and Anita interview Dr. Mahdi Awwad, a family medicine physician at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX. In addition to a family medicine residency, Dr. Awwad went on to complete an obstetrics fellowship and now practices (and teaches) full-scope family medicine in an urban academic setting.

Dr. Awwad recommends you read the book "The Checklist Manifesto" by Atul Gawande.

Produced by: Anita Vasudevan and Oliver Taylor

Music by: Jacob Khoury

The views in this episode reflect those of the UT Southwestern Family Medicine Interest Group.

This week, Oliver and Anita interview Dr. Stephen Twyman, a family medicine physician at John Peter Smith (JPS) Hospital in Fort Worth, TX. Dr. Twyman has dedicated his career to service, and he and his wife run a free clinic in the community. Dr. Twyman is also committed to practicing full-scope family medicine, and he helped create and run a program at JPS that teaches family medicine residents the skills to perform surgery.

Dr. Twyman recommends you read the books "The Power of Habit" by Charles Duhigg and "The Total Money Makeover" by Dave Ramsey

Produced by: Anita Vasudevan and Oliver Taylor

Music by: Jacob Khoury

The views in this episode reflect those of the UT Southwestern Family Medicine Interest Group.

This week, Oliver and Anita interview Dr. Tamara McGregor, a family medicine physician at UT Southwestern Medical Center. Dr. McGregor has enjoyed an illustrious career in a variety of practice settings, from private practice, to hospice, to academia. She is also a proud wife and mother. 

Dr. McGregor recommends you read the book "The House of God" by Samuel Shem.

Produced by: Anita Vasudevan and Oliver Taylor

Music by: Jacob Khoury

The views in this episode reflect those of the UT Southwestern Family Medicine Interest Group.