The Heart Behind the White Coat: Care, Advocacy, and Mentorship with Dr. Sharon Smallwood (S3:EP3:PART ONE)

The Heart Behind the White Coat: Care, Advocacy, and Mentorship with Dr. Sharon Smallwood (S3:EP3:PART TWO)

In Part 2, the conversation shifts to emergency medicine, mentorship, and the importance of investing in future healthcare leaders. We discuss what it’s like practicing emergency medicine within the Cherokee Nation health system, the unique challenges faced by the patient population, and the rewards of serving Native communities. The episode also explores the YMS program, the value of early mentorship, and why creating opportunities for students from underserved backgrounds matters now more than ever. From immigration medicine to ER care and mentorship, this conversation centers on one common theme: using medicine as a way to serve, empower, and strengthen communities. www.fasttalkswithfamilydocs.com

The Heart Behind the White Coat: Care, Advocacy, and Mentorship with Dr. Sharon Smallwood (S3:EP3:PART ONE)

In Part 1 of this conversation, we explore the often misunderstood world of immigration medicine and the important role civil surgeons play in helping individuals navigate the immigration process safely and successfully. We discuss what immigration physicals involve, what patients can expect during a visit, and the barriers many families face when seeking care. The conversation also highlights how this work connects to public health, preventive medicine, and building trust within underserved communities. Whether you’re curious about immigration healthcare requirements or interested in the broader impact of community medicine, this episode offers insight into a vital area of care that affects thousands of lives every year. www.fasttalkswithfamilydocs.com

A Shared Calling: Tomás & Thomas Owens on Leadership and the Roots of Family Medicine (S3:EP2:PART TWO)

In Part Two, Dr. Tomás Owens and Dr. Thomas Owens continue their conversation, focusing on what it means to practice medicine across generations. They discuss mentorship, teaching, and how the field of family medicine is evolving — along with the lessons they’ve learned from each other along the way. Blending thoughtful reflection with a few lighter moments, this episode captures the unique dynamic of a shared profession, a shared purpose, and a legacy still unfolding. www.fasttalkswithfamilydocs.com

A Shared Calling: Tomás & Thomas Owens on Leadership and the Roots of Family Medicine (S3:EP2:PART ONE)

In Part One of this two-part conversation, Dr. Tomás Owens and Dr. Thomas Owens III — a father-son duo in family medicine — reflect on the paths that led them to a shared calling. Together, they explore leadership, purpose, and the early influences that shape a career in medicine. From decades of experience in education and organized medicine to growing up with a front-row seat to it all, this conversation highlights how values, mentorship, and passion for patient care take root across generations. www.fasttalkswithfamilydocs.com

When Guidance Shifts: The Future of Vaccines in Primary Care with Dr. Steve Crawford (S3:EP1:PART 2)

Recent vaccine recommendation changes are creating uncertainty for clinicians nationwide. In part two of this episode, we continue this conversation with Dr. Steve Crawford to further discuss what’s changing, what it means for primary care, but mostly how physicians can rebuild trust with patients in today’s evolving vaccine landscape. Our patients are asking questions, and they want to do and know what is best for their family - this is where Family Doctors come in. Tune in for his advice and thoughts during this time! www.fasttalkswithfamilydocs.com