Vaxxed And Answered Podcast

Vaxxed And Answered Podcast

In this 6-episode podcast series, we explore the critical topic of HPV vaccination, focusing on overcoming vaccine hesitancy and empowering healthcare professionals with the tools to improve patient communication. Join internal medicine physician Dr. Paul Williams and pediatrician Dr. Ben Fogel as they dive deep into the most effective strategies for discussing the HPV vaccine with parents and patients. Through real-life case studies, role-playing scenarios, and evidence-based approaches, you'll learn how to dispel common misconceptions, address concerns, and use the announcement method to increase vaccination rates. Each episode breaks down key components of patient advocacy, helping you confidently navigate the complexities of vaccine hesitancy. Whether you're a healthcare provider looking to enhance your communication skills or a concerned parent seeking clarity, this series offers valuable insights into why the HPV vaccine is vital for cancer prevention and how you can ensure your patients or children receive the protection they need. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  1. Episode 1: Recommending the HPV Vaccine

    01/29/2025

    Episode 1: Recommending the HPV Vaccine

    Learn how to make an effective HPV vaccine recommendation and navigate parental vaccine hesitancy.   In this episode, we delve into the critical topic of HPV vaccination and the best practices for communicating its importance to parents and patients. Listeners will gain insights into the effectiveness of the HPV vaccine, the common misconceptions surrounding it, and the evidence-based Announcement Approach that can significantly improve vaccination rates.  By understanding how to frame the conversation and address concerns, you’ll be better equipped to advocate for this vital cancer prevention vaccine, ensuring that your patients receive the protection they need.  Goals:   This episode provides a background on HPV, the current state of HPV vaccine uptake among adolescents in the United States and Pennsylvania, and best practices for HPV vaccine communication in clinical settings. The audience will learn the three steps of the Announcement Approach, including key elements to give a strong vaccine recommendation (i.e., state child’s age, urgency or “due” for, will receive “today,” and emphasize cancer prevention).      Learning Objectives:   Review the latest evidence on HPV vaccination practices​    Learn the 3 steps of the Announcement Approach     Learn example announcements for children ages 9–10 and 11–12   Show Segments:  [0:35] - Introduction [3:23] - Overview of HPV [15:02] - The Announcement Approach [23:29] - Case #1: Recommendation for 11/12 year olds [29:04] - Case #2: Recommendation for 9/10 year olds [31:55] - Outro  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    36 min

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In this 6-episode podcast series, we explore the critical topic of HPV vaccination, focusing on overcoming vaccine hesitancy and empowering healthcare professionals with the tools to improve patient communication. Join internal medicine physician Dr. Paul Williams and pediatrician Dr. Ben Fogel as they dive deep into the most effective strategies for discussing the HPV vaccine with parents and patients. Through real-life case studies, role-playing scenarios, and evidence-based approaches, you'll learn how to dispel common misconceptions, address concerns, and use the announcement method to increase vaccination rates. Each episode breaks down key components of patient advocacy, helping you confidently navigate the complexities of vaccine hesitancy. Whether you're a healthcare provider looking to enhance your communication skills or a concerned parent seeking clarity, this series offers valuable insights into why the HPV vaccine is vital for cancer prevention and how you can ensure your patients or children receive the protection they need. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.