Austin Littrell

Are physicians responsible for AI errors?

May 7th 2025

The top news stories in medicine today.

Researchers develop wheat strains without gluten proteins harmful to celiac; Trump administration to end Narcan grant training first responders; excluded pharmacies 4.5x more likely to close – Morning Medical Update

May 6th 2025

Study warns that artificial intelligence could increase legal risk and burnout if health systems fail to support doctors.

Maria Rottersman of UC Davis holds a loaf of baked bread made using seed varieties developed without alpha-gliadin proteins, a component of gluten. © Alejandra Andrade / California Wheat Commission

The decline of solo primary care

May 6th 2025

The top news stories in medicine today.

Ep. 63: Healthy eating with Chef Dr. Mike

May 5th 2025

Medicare data shows a shift toward larger, multispecialty and hospital-affiliated practices.

The true age of your heart; Louisiana NP convicted in $2M Medicare fraud scheme; men face higher risk of 3 common diseases, but they’re less likely to seek care – Morning Medical Update

May 5th 2025

Michael Fenster, MD — better known as Chef Dr. Mike — joins the show to discuss the importance of eating healthy.

Conference recap: ACP Internal Medicine Meeting 2025

May 5th 2025

The top news stories in medicine today.

Medicaid rollbacks could account for more than 14,000 additional deaths, study warns

May 2nd 2025

Medical Economics was on the ground in New Orleans covering the ACP Internal Medicine Meeting 2025.

U.S. sues major insurers, brokers over kickbacks and disability bias; NIH launches effort to curb animal testing; AI flags pain risks after knee replacement – Morning Medical Update

May 2nd 2025

Researchers warn federal cuts could drive mortality, medical debt and delayed care.

Most Americans say federal cuts to health agencies go too far, KFF poll finds

May 2nd 2025

The top news stories in medicine today.

Female cancer survivors more likely to face fatigue, depression; key clinical insights from the ACP Internal Medicine Meeting 2025; how Rhode Island plans to save primary care – Morning Medical Update

May 1st 2025

A majority of the public says health care cuts under the Trump administration have been made “recklessly” — including some Republicans.

AAFP warns of ‘dangerous precedent’ in health care policy

May 1st 2025

The top news stories in medicine today.

Insured but skipping care: 38% of Americans delay treatment over costs, study finds

April 30th 2025

The American Academy of Family Physicians sounds alarm over the White House’s health agenda as Trump’s first 100 days reshape health care norms.

Half of Americans prescribed drugs they can’t afford; the health benefits of daily coffee; AI spots early organ damage caused by cancer treatment – Morning Medical Update

April 30th 2025

New survey reveals a sharp increase in deferred care due to affordability concerns — even among the insured — as employers and physicians face the fallout.

Top patient complaints — and how your practice can solve them

April 30th 2025

The top news stories in medicine today.

PA lawmakers push to make ivermectin available OTC; top infection control groups urge hospitals to strengthen prevention programs; AI urine test to detect prostate cancer early – Morning Medical Update

April 29th 2025

Patient complaints reveal key insights for improving practice quality. Addressing these issues enhances satisfaction, boosts reputation and fosters patient loyalty.

90% of Americans delay preventive screenings, Aflac survey finds

April 29th 2025

The top news stories in medicine today.

10 hidden costs that are hurting your practice's bottom line

Fear, inconvenience and distrust in doctors are keeping patients away from preventive care — even as health risks climb.

Ep. 62: Physician financial mistakes with The White Coat Investor

Hidden costs are draining your practice. Here’s where they are — and how to take control.

Using AI to target disease before symptoms start; an international heart exchange; AACR Annual Meeting kicks off the future of cancer research – Morning Medical Update

James M. Dahle, MD, FACEP, founder of The White Coat Investor, joins the show to discuss physician finances.

ACP policy update 2025: A conversation with Brian E. Outland, PhD

The top news stories in medicine today.

USPSTF eyes update to vision screening guidelines for young children; a $134M ACA subsidy fraud scheme; autism not tied to faster cognitive decline in older adults – Morning Medical Update

April 25th 2025

Brian Outland, PhD, discusses what 2025's health care shifts mean for physicians at the ACP Internal Medicine Meeting 2025 in New Orleans.

ACP policy update 2025: Regulatory uncertainty creates risk for physicians adopting new technology

April 25th 2025

The top news stories in medicine today.

ACP policy update 2025: How federal funding freezes could undermine clinical innovation and training

Discover how the communication freeze impacts the Physician Fee Schedule and compliance in healthcare, ensuring you stay informed and compliant.

ACP policy update 2025: What's next for value-based care?

Funding freeze impacts Veterans Affairs and disrupts graduate medical education, raising concerns about future healthcare training and veteran support.

ACP policy update 2025: How Medicaid cuts threaten community-based primary care

Brian Outland, PhD, discusses what practices should be doing now with the future of value-based programs up in the air.

ACP policy update 2025: Medicare appeal delays could strain practice operations

Brian Outland, PhD, expalins how Medicaid cuts threaten community-based primary care.

ACP policy update 2025: How cuts to HHS could impact physicians and patients

Brian Outland, PhD, discusses how Medicare appeal delays could strain practice operations.

Former DOJ officials warn of ‘big health care’ monopolies

Brian Outland, PhD, explains how HHS cuts could impact physicians and their patients.