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JoyMed

JoyMed

By: Melina Davis
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The JoyMed Show brought to you by the Medical Society of VA and SafeHaven. We are here to share with you, conversations with medical leaders, as we explore ways of putting JOY back into everyday life and the practice of medicine.Copyright 2026 Melina Davis Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
Episodes
  • Episode 14: Burnout, Fatigue, and Filling Your Cup in a Stressed Society
    Mar 31 2026

    In this episode, we explore fatigue, burnout, and what it really means to “fill your cup” amid the stressors of everyday life. While the conversation focuses on the unique pressures facing healthcare professionals, it also reflects the broader challenges many of us face as a society—and how we can move toward more meaningful, sustainable well‑being.

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    38 mins
  • Episode 13: AI in Healthcare: Promises, Pitfalls, and the Path Forward
    Mar 8 2026

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the healthcare landscape—but is it all good news? In this episode of JoyMed, we sit down with Dr. Mark Townsend who is deeply passionate about AI’s role in medicine. Together, we explore how AI can enhance patient care, streamline workflows, and improve outcomes, while also addressing the risks, ethical concerns, and unintended consequences that come with rapid change. We’ll discuss what healthcare professionals need to know to leverage AI responsibly and how to stay informed in this evolving space.

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    31 mins
  • Episode 12: Beyond the Checklist: Dr. Saul Weiner on Rehumanizing Healthcare
    Jan 13 2026

    In this thought-provoking episode, host Melina Davis sits down with Dr. Saul J. Weiner to explore why physicians must move beyond being mere task masters. Together, they discuss how shifting the mindset from transactional care to truly understanding the patient experience can transform outcomes and restore meaning to medical practice. Tune in for insights on empathy, adaptability, and the future of patient-centered care.

    ON BECOMING A HEALER PODCAST with Saul J. Weiner and Stefan Kertesz https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-becoming-a-healer/id1530748958

    ON BECOMING A HEALER - Amazon Books https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Healer-Journey-Patient-Patients/dp/1421437813

    Joymed on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joymed/id1774594902


    MORE FROM JOYMED ON YOUTUBE -

    Lifeline for Clinicians: Strengthening Care, Combating Burnout via The Adult Psychiatric Access Line with Catherine Ford https://youtu.be/audLio4ivco

    Joymed - Financial Wellness for Future Physicians - w/ Dr. Taylor Taliaferro and Tim Taliaferro - https://youtu.be/2-59YKE1F9U https://www.msv.org/ https://healthhaven.org/


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    28 mins
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