Rounds with SCP

From The Jetsons to Your Hospital: The Telemedicine Revolution

What started as science fiction is now reshaping modern medicine. In this episode, Dr. David Schillinger sits down with Dr. Josh Elder, Vice President of E-Health Clinical Operations at SCP Health, to explore the evolution of telehealth—from its earliest pop-culture roots to today’s real-world applications across emergency medicine, hospital medicine, tele-ICU, and specialty care. The conversation breaks down e-health vs. telehealth, lessons learned from military medicine, how COVID accelerated adoption, and what’s next for virtual care delivery. A practical, forward-looking discussion on how technology is transforming how—and where—we practice medicine. CME available.

The ALTO Approach: Smarter, Safer Pain Care for Every Patient

How much pain is too much? This episode dives into the ALTO approach — a “back to basics” look at pain management that swaps narcotics for evidence-based alternatives like Toradol, lidocaine, and ketamine. Tune in to rethink pain, improve outcomes, and earn CME while you listen.

The Weight of the Matter - Bariatric Surgery and Beyond

In this episode “The Weight of the Matter - Bariatric Surgery and Beyond” — Join guest expert Dr. Arsalla Islam, a dual-trained general and vascular surgeon, as we explore the evolving landscape of obesity treatment and the clinician’s role in delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care. This episode breaks down surgical options, such as gastric sleeve and gastric bypass, the growing use of GLP-1 medications, and the importance of managing complications across emergency and hospital settings. Learn how to identify candidates for bariatric surgery, differentiate between procedures, and improve continuity of care across diverse clinical environments.

Disaster Response in Rural Medicine

Disaster Response in Rural Medicine How do you evacuate a hospital when floodwaters are rising faster than you can think, and help is miles away? In this episode, Dr. Schillinger and Dr. Hoskins are joined by Dr. Sean Ochsenbein, Ballad Health's Regional Chief Medical Officer, who recounts the real-time decisions and coordinated actions that saved lives during a catastrophic flood at Unicoi County Hospital in rural Erwin, Tennessee. The team faced the unimaginable: 70 patients and staff trapped inside, waters rising by the minute, and no clear way out. From deploying swift water rescue teams to triaging patients under intense pressure, their clinical expertise and calm leadership turned chaos into action, culminating in a dramatic evacuation involving Black Hawk helicopters. This is more than a story of disaster response. It's a real-time masterclass in crisis leadership, medical decision-making, and staying calm when everything is on the line. When every second counts, what does it take to lead? Tune in to hear how these clinicians rose to the moment. This podcast was originally released on May TBD, 2025 By accessing this podcast, you acknowledge that SCP Health makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and you should not rely on it to make clinical decisions.

Wellness for Female Clinicans

Wellness for Female Clinicians  In this latest episode of Rounds with SCP, delve into the unique wellness challenges faced by female clinicians. Dr. Dawn Sears, a gastroenterologist turned executive leadership coach and founder of GutGirl Consulting, shares insights from her experience and her work with the empowerHER series.  She highlights the different pressures women in medicine face, such as higher expectations, mental load, and burnout. Dr. Sears emphasizes the importance of self-care with the powerful advice to "put your own oxygen mask on first." This episode offers a refreshing perspective on how acknowledging and addressing these unique challenges can lead to better long-term wellness for women in healthcare. This podcast was originally released on January 24, 2025 By accessing this podcast, you acknowledge that SCP Health makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and you should not rely on it to make clinical decisions.