PAMED Talks

Pennsylvania Medical Society
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Dive into the world of medicine and patient care in Pennsylvania with PAMED Talks. Each episode brings you the latest in health care advancements, inspiring stories, and discussions on the most pressing issues in medicine today. 

  1. 5d ago

    Physician Advocacy, Residency & Visa Challenges with Tejas Nikumbh, MD

    What does it take to become a physician leader while navigating the challenges of medical residency and immigration? In this episode of PAMED Talks, Dana Lombardo, Outreach Specialist at the Pennsylvania Medical Society, interviews Tejas Nikumbh, MD, an internal medicine chief resident, PAMED trustee, and Vice Chair of the Residents & Fellows Section. Dr. Nikumbh discusses his journey in physician advocacy, the leadership opportunities available through PAMED, and how involvement in organized medicine has helped shape his career. He also shares his firsthand experience navigating the recent J-1 visa processing freeze, highlighting the challenges many international medical graduates (IMGs) face during residency. The conversation also explores Dr. Nikumbh's recognition as a 2026 PAMED Top Physician Under 40, practical career advice for resident physicians and fellows, and how physicians in training can develop leadership skills through section elections, advocacy, and participation in the PAMED House of Delegates. Whether you're a medical student, resident, fellow, or practicing physician, this episode offers valuable insights into physician leadership, organized medicine, residency success, and making a lasting impact in healthcare. Learn more about PAMED's Residents & Fellows Section: pamedsoc.org/RFS Visit www.pamedsoc.org for more.

  2. Jul 2

    Feeling Seen in Medical School with Rose Wascher

    In this episode of PAMED Talks, Julie Heaney speaks with Rose Wascher, first-year medical student at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and 2026 Lycoming County Medical Society scholarship recipient. Rose shares the complexity of being a first generation medical student, the hidden support of financial assistance like scholarships, and how being a patient informed her path toward becoming a health care professional.  The Foundation's Student Financial Services area administers yearly scholarship programs to deserving medical students from Pennsylvania. Scholarship applications are accepted July 1st through September 30th of each year. Notifications are made in November, and funds are disbursed directly to the medical school in December. Visit foundationpamedsoc.org/scholarships to apply! Visit www.pamedsoc.org for more.

  3. Jun 18

    Cracking Healthcare's Rosetta Stone: How Pennsylvania Physicians Can Reclaim Autonomy

    In this episode of PAMED Talks, PAMED President Arvind R. Cavale, MD, FACE, FCPP, PCEO sits down with Dave Chase, Creator and Co-founder of Health Rosetta and author of the upcoming Relocalizing Health: Taking Back Healthcare & Rebuilding Communities. Together, they discuss the state of healthcare, the epidemic of physician burnout, and why the future of medicine may already exist. Visit www.pamedsoc.org for more.

  4. May 27

    Staying Sharp in Emergency Medicine: The LifeGuard Program

    In this episode of PAMED Talks, Julie Heaney speaks with Kristen Sandel, MD, FACEP, FAAEM, emergency physician, leader at WellSpan Ephrata, and Trustee of The Foundation of the Pennsylvania Medical Society, about her work as a physician reviewer for the LifeGuard Program. Dr. Sandel shares insights on how emergency medicine is evolving, common challenges physicians face with board certification, and the impact of burnout on learning and performance. She also highlights how LifeGuard supports physicians in strengthening clinical competency and returning to board eligibility. LifeGuard's Return to Board Eligibility (ABEM) pathway offers a structured, supportive route for emergency physicians to regain board eligibility through targeted assessment, learning, and clinical evaluation. Visit lifeguardprogram.com/pathways to learn more! Visit www.pamedsoc.org for more.

  5. May 21

    What Is a Clinically Integrated Network? — What It Means for Pennsylvania Physicians

    Clinically integrated networks and value based care are reshaping how Pennsylvania physicians practice, and this episode breaks down what that actually means. In this episode of PAMED Talks, PAMED President Arvind R. Cavale, MD, FACE, FCPP, PCEO sits down with John Pagan, MD, MBA, FACS, CEO of the Pennsylvania Clinical Network and President of the Bucks County Medical Society, to explore the history, mechanics, and future of physician led networks in Pennsylvania. This conversation covers how the PA Clinical Network came to be, how it operates day to day, and what independent physicians should understand about value based care whether or not they choose to participate. Topics covered: What a clinically integrated network is and how the PA Clinical Network fits into Pennsylvania's healthcare landscapeHow specialists and primary care physicians can engage with clinically integrated networksHow physician led networks relate to broader conversations about care Arvind R. Cavale, MD, FACE, FCPP, PCEO is the 176th President of the Pennsylvania Medical Society. John Pagan, MD, MBA, FACS is CEO of the PA Clinical Network and a board certified surgeon. Learn more about the PA Clinical Network: https://www.paclinicalnetwork.com Register for the IP Summit: https://www.pamedsoc.org/IPSummit #PhysicianAdvocacy #PennsylvaniaMedicine #PAMED #IndependentMedicine Visit www.pamedsoc.org for more.

  6. May 14

    What Is a Community-Owned Health Plan? The Model Pennsylvania Physicians Should Know About

    Community-Owned Health Plans and direct contracting are changing the conversation about what is possible for physicians in Pennsylvania, and this episode explains exactly how. Join us as PAMED President Arvind R. Cavale, MD, FACE, FCPP, PCEO sits down with Tina Wilt, GBA, Senior Consultant in Advanced Healthcare Strategies at Alera Group, an expert with more than 25 years in employee benefits and one of the architects of central Pennsylvania's first community owned health plan. Take the Community-Owned Health Plan (COHP) Interest Survey: www.surveymonkey.com/r/WS2YXPG Topics covered:  What a Community-Owned Health Plan isDirect ContractingHow Pennsylvania independent physician practices can lower costs while improving patient access to care The role of technology in reducing administrative burden for independent practicesPAMED's June 19th Independent Practice Summit in Harrisburg - Register now: www.pamedsoc.org/IPSummitTina Wilt, GBA, is Senior Consultant in Advanced Healthcare Strategies at Alera Group with more than 25 years of experience in employee benefits and alternative health plan design. Learn more about PAMED's presidential initiative at pamedsoc.org/autonomy #PhysicianAdvocacy #PennsylvaniaMedicine #PAMED #IndependentMedicine Visit www.pamedsoc.org for more.

  7. May 5

    The NHP Conversation: Recovery & Resilience

    In honor of Nurses' Day, join us for a conversation with Karen Allen, RN, retired nurse and current member of the Nurses' Health Program (NHP) Advisory Committee, as we explore the reality of substance use disorder in nursing and Karen shares her own recovery story. Substance use disorder is a real and often hidden challenge within the nursing profession, affecting dedicated professionals across all roles and career stages. The Nurses’ Health Program provides confidential monitoring, advocacy, and support that helps nurses safely recover, remain accountable, and ultimately return to practice. This Nurses' Day, consider the importance of financial assistance for programs like the NHP Assistance Fund, which provides support to assist nurses with the cost of required toxicology testing while they participate in the Nurses' Health Program. Your generosity directly impacts the life of a nurse who is working diligently to restore their health, their career, and the ability to serve others. To support the NHP Assistance Fund this Nurses' Day, visit https://www.foundationpamp.org/nhp Visit www.pamedsoc.org for more.

  8. Apr 30

    What Is a PAMED Resolution? How PA Physicians Can Shape Health Policy Through the House of Delegates

    Pennsylvania physicians, residents, fellows, and medical students have the power to shape health policy through PAMED resolutions, and this episode walks you through exactly how to do it. In this resident wrap-up episode of PAMED Talks, PAMED Outreach Specialist Dana Lombardo sits down with PAMED Policy Administrator Minahil Abbas to explain the resolution writing process ahead of the 2026 House of Delegates. Whether you are a medical student, resident, or early career physician in Pennsylvania, the resolution process is one of the most direct ways to turn your ideas into real organizational policy and advocacy. Topics covered:  What a PAMED resolution is and how it becomes policyHow Pennsylvania physicians and residents can write and submit a resolution What happens after you submitCommon mistakes to avoid when writing your first resolution How to get involved through testimonySign up for HOD Alerts: pamedsoc.org/house-of-delegates/about-hod/sign-up-for-hod-alerts Learn more and access resolution writing resources at pamedsoc.org/HOD. #PhysicianAdvocacy #PennsylvaniaMedicine #PAMed #HouseOfDelegates #PhysicianLeadership Join PAMED to access full member resources and bring your voice to the 2026 House of Delegates at pamedsoc.org. Visit www.pamedsoc.org for more.

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Dive into the world of medicine and patient care in Pennsylvania with PAMED Talks. Each episode brings you the latest in health care advancements, inspiring stories, and discussions on the most pressing issues in medicine today. 

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  • Creator
    Pennsylvania Medical Society
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    26
  • Rating
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    © 2026 PAMED Talks
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