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Long COVID, Vaping & The Immune System with Dr. Jamie Rutland | WebbMD Podcast

Pulmonologist & critical care physician Dr. Jamie Rutland joins Dr. Antonio Webb on the WebbMD Podcast for a candid, high-signal conversation about the pandemic, how the immune system really drives disease, and what we all get wrong about lung health. We cover: What Dr. Rutland actually saw in the ICU vs. what social media said Why immunology, not “magic,” explains COVID severity—and why viruses tend to become less virulent over time The truth about vaping vs. smoking and long-term lung risk Long COVID as persistent inflammation—how clinicians think about it Private practice realities: prior auths, denials, and advocating for patients Work-life “harmony,” teaching, and career advice for med students, residents, and new attendings A powerful story from the height of the pandemic—and the mindset that keeps great clinicians going If you care about science-based medicine, patient advocacy, and clear thinking in a noisy world, this one’s for you. Guest: Dr. Jamie Rutland IG: @drjrutland • Podcast: The Health Exchange • YouTube: Medicine Deconstructed Host: Dr. Antonio Webb (@antoniowebbmd) 👉 Subscribe for more surgeon-to-expert conversations that make complex medicine understandable. 👍 Like, comment your takeaways, and share with a colleague or friend who’d benefit. Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Talk to your own clinician about your health.

From the NFL to Pediatric Neurosurgeon/Dr. Myron Rolle | WebbMD Podcast | Episode 10

What does it take to go from the gridiron to the operating room? Meet Dr. Myron Rolle — a former NFL safety turned world-class pediatric neurosurgeon. His story is more than just about football or medicine — it’s about sacrifice, resilience, and redefining success. In this episode of the WebbMD Podcast, Dr. Rolle opens up about: Growing up between the Bahamas and the U.S. Becoming an All-American at Florida State and earning a Rhodes Scholarship. Playing in the NFL with the Titans and Steelers. Walking away from football to pursue medicine at Harvard, Oxford, and Johns Hopkins. How the “2% Way” mindset helped him tackle pressure, setbacks, and reinvention. This conversation is proof that purpose + discipline = limitless potential. 👉 Don’t just chase one dream. Build a life where you can win in multiple arenas. 📘 Check out Dr. Rolle’s book The 2% Way 🌐 Learn more: https://www.rollefoundation.org [https://www.rollefoundation.org] Follow him on IG: https://www.instagram.com/myronlrolle?igsh=c3p5dXJkbngxNnd6 [https://www.instagram.com/myronlrolle?igsh=c3p5dXJkbngxNnd6] 👉 Don’t miss an episode of the WebbMD Podcast! Hit Subscribe and turn on notifications for inspiring stories and powerful conversations every week. https://rss.com/podcasts/webbmdpodcast/ [https://rss.com/podcasts/webbmdpodcast/]

Why I Walked Away From Being a Surgeon | WebbMD Podcast | Episode 9

In this raw and unfiltered episode of the WebbMD Podcast, former ENT surgeon Dr. Francis Mei Harden opens up about her decision to leave medicine just three months ago—and why it might have saved her life. From her early days in astrophysics at Fermilab to enduring malignant residency culture, Dr. Harden takes us through the trauma, burnout, and broken systems that pushed her to the brink. We talk about physician suicide, identity loss, toxic leadership, and the unspoken culture of hazing in medical training. This conversation is a must-watch for medical students, residents, healthcare workers, and anyone wondering what really happens behind the scenes in hospitals today. 👉 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share this with a friend or colleague who needs to hear it. 📌 Follow Dr. Francis Mei Harden: Hippocratic Collective: www.hippocratic-collective.com [http://www.hippocratic-collective.com] IG: / francesmeimd [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbUhGOUZjNWhMUjJUXzRiYzJXNTNMWWgtVkktUXxBQ3Jtc0tuNWZDa3VGRkFfdXVSWlN0dnd2MkJnVkEwQ2hYYVlUOEhaTjgydG5DbW1fbkp2bV9zMzVBSGhCSDdZeFJBb1dtZUFRbzh0ODdlODZucUVfQzZ4OW40ZjdIdi0yN01vOUNNR1Z5cGpHeTlYTGNNNFdfUQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Ffrancesmeimd%2F&v=yhW_NbLP1U0] TT: / francesmeimd [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbTFJblBtcW14VHNXVWdhc3hINTBNSF9mZUVWd3xBQ3Jtc0trdlBvTGhvTlF5MnI0VG5wbHAyVDdrbXgzME9WQ0ZtSFRldGF4OGRtSERjVG1QSFFQUUliNnFnSVhmaV9WdjdKQ0ZtZlAtOFFuTmk2M0V2Q2VCUlJTMTN5QnBUaDBJMmxFQi1hREVPSW1tV0JPM1VHbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiktok.com%2F%40francesmeimd&v=yhW_NbLP1U0] Podcast: Surgeon Interrupted (Spotify, Apple) 📱 Follow Dr. Antonio Webb Instagram – / drantoniowebbmd [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnlMQU1VelZBOTMtdmttVFNvTF83Z3UtZzBDZ3xBQ3Jtc0tubUZmMW9uZXk2ajNHUVIyY1F6QXFiV3A1VGxXemNpa3oyQk9RVU5lOWNjZHVKcmU1eXhTSkNOVVNfenhMdzBQY2V3MFg0ckQtclc0ekFERHM0d2JLQ2NRWUtzckx5eHZoakltVDY1Z0huQTFoYkx5Yw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fdrantoniowebbmd%2F&v=yhW_NbLP1U0] Website – https://antoniowebbmd.com [https://antoniowebbmd.com] YouTube – / @drantoniowebb [https://www.youtube.com/@drantoniowebb]

The Shocking Truths About UK vs US Healthcare | WebbMD Podcast in London | Episode 8

What they DON’T tell you about being a doctor in the UK vs the US… Dr. Antonio Webb and Dr. Obi Jude link up in London, England to expose the jaw-dropping differences between two of the world’s biggest healthcare systems — and it’s not what you’d expect. In this explosive episode of the WebbMD Podcast: 17 years of training to become a surgeon in the UK?! Why US doctors are burning out… and UK doctors are leaving the country NHS trauma surgeons dealing with daily stabbings & long waitlists How AI and social media are disrupting the future of medicine The shocking reality of insurance denial, low pay, and doctor shortages Why surgeons are turning into content creators to survive and inspire 💡 If you’re a doctor, med student, or just curious how broken (or brilliant) these systems are — this episode is for you. Healthcare. Trauma. Tech. Truth. Real talk with real surgeons. Only on WebbMD Podcast. Recorded on-location in London, UK

Dr. Steven Bradley on Ethics, Surgery & the Soul of Healthcare | WebbMD Podcast | Episode 7

In this eye-opening episode of the WebbMD Podcast with Dr. Antonio Webb, we sit down with Dr. Steven Bradley—a double board-certified anesthesiologist, military physician, and medical ethics consultant—who takes us on a powerful journey from music production to the operating room. Dr. Bradley shares how his early passion for music shaped his unique path into medicine, why ethical training is non-negotiable in today’s healthcare system, and how diverse experiences make better doctors. 🔥 In this episode, we cover: 🎼 How music and mentorship led him to medical school 👨🏾‍⚕️ His time at Howard University and the power of community in medical training ⚖️ The ethical gray areas doctors face—from transplant decisions to maternal care 💬 Why strong communication saves lives—and how bias still gets in the way 🚢 What it was really like serving on Navy hospital ships during COVID 🧘🏾‍♂️ His upcoming mindfulness album dropping Feb 5, 2025 🔥 The real role anesthesiologists play in patient safety—and why the field is in crisis If you're a medical student, healthcare professional, or just curious about the human side of medicine, this episode will move you, challenge you, and inspire you. 🎧 Subscribe now to the WebbMD Podcast and join Dr. Antonio Webb as he highlights powerful stories from the front lines of medicine.