Fast Talks with Family Docs
"Fast Talks with Family Docs" invites you into the dynamic world of family medicine, straight from the heart of Oklahoma. Join us as we dive into the critical issues shaping healthcare today, from legislative challenges to innovative approaches in practice. Hosted by Dr. Phil Palmer and Dr. Veer Vedala, each episode offers insightful discussions, expert interviews, and firsthand experiences from the diverse landscape of medical practice across the state. Whether you're a fellow physician, a healthcare enthusiast, a current medical student, or simply curious about the state of family medicine, tune in for engaging conversations and valuable insights to keep you informed and inspired.
Fast Talks with Family Docs
Latest Episodes
2026 Legislative Session Recap: What Family Physicians Need to Know (SPECIAL EP)
The 2026 Oklahoma Legislative Session is in the books. Join host Dr. Veer Vedala and OAFP Legislative Consultant Dawn Watson as they recap the biggest wins, key challenges, and what the session means for family medicine in Ok...
Family Docs Need Care Too: Healing the Healer with Dr. Sarah-Anne Schumann (S3:EP4:PART TWO)
In Part Two, we explore the science and practice of Mindful Self-Compassion. Dr. Schumann explains how these tools move beyond “just giving yourself grace” and can actually reshape physician wellbeing, patient interactions, and clinical behavio...
Family Docs Need Care Too: Healing the Healer with Dr. Sarah-Anne Schumann (S3:EP4:PART ONE)
Family medicine physicians spend their careers caring for everyone else — but what happens when they forget how to care for themselves? In Part One, Dr. Sarah-Anne Schumann shares her journey from traditional clinical medicine into mindfulness,...
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 uniq...
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 i...