Off The Box

Off The Box
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Garrett and John - two EMS professionals, "Off The Box" but still in healthcare. We discuss and explore a wide range of topics in the healthcare arena. We might even share a few crazy stories from our time on the box in Silicon Valley, California. And, since we have access to the finest physicians and healthcare leaders, we round it out with in-depth interviews you will not want to miss!

  1. 08/27/2024

    Dr. Gu - Cardiac Surgery, ED Physician and Using AI in Medicine (Yeah, it's as cool as you think)

    Send us a text Today, the guys sit down with Dr. Bo Gu.  He started out as a cardiac surgeon, took up emergency medicine eventually leading the department and has started his own medical billing company using AI. This is a true next generation Silicon Valley start-up and the guys have a great time conversing with Dr. Gu.  They discuss medicine, surgery, EMS, medical language, medical billing and the guys learn about AI and its amazing possibilities.  Dr. Gu explains everything is a fun and easy way, and the guys were very excited to learn.  Do not miss this one! Follow us on IG. offtheboxpodcast@gmail.com

    1h 22m

  2. 08/07/2024

    Michael Baulch - Military, Nursing, Law, Stanford Life Flight: Get BACK to the choppa!

    Send us a text Today, the guys get back to the choppa with Michael Baulch, an incredible speaker on so many fascinating topics.  He is the program manager for Stanford Life Flight, a registered nurse, veteran and JD.  Included in this episode: -Military and the Navy -Nursing and nursing during the AIDS crisis in San Franscisco -Law (he trumped John and Garrett's MA and MBA with his JD - showoff) -EMS and air EMS stories, stats and insights Seriously, this was a fun one and we hope to do a roundtable with Lee and Michael in the future for, "Get to the Choppa 3:  John and Garrett learn to be pilots".   Email the guys at offtheboxpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on IG!

    2h 23m

  3. 07/10/2024

    Colorectal Surgery, Public Health and Immigrating to the USA with Dr. Asya Ofshteyn

    Send us a text Today, the guys sit down with Dr. Asya Ofshteyn.  They begin with her incredible journey of immigrating to America from Russia as a child to her career path in medicine and public health.   She has an incredible background and journey to where she is today and is well worth a listen just for that.  But, not to be outdone, they go on to discuss the many interesting facets of her career as a colorectal surgeon.  Cancer, hemorrhoids, fistula, fissures, prolapse, ulcerative colitis are just a few of the specific topics that come up.   Dr. Ofshteyn is a fun listen, and she admits to being a fun listen as you have to have a sense of humor considering her line of work.  The guys can't wait to have her back! Email the guys at offtheboxpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on IG!

    1h 59m

  4. 06/25/2024

    Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Robotic Surgery and the Whipple with Dr. Al-Temimi

    Send us a text Today, the guys sit down with Dr. Mohammed Al-Temimi, general surgeon specializing in hepato-pancreato-biliary surgery and cancer.  John not only bombed on his scrubs quote, but of course had challenges saying the specialty.  Garrett encouraged John to make a few attempts at trying. Fortunately, Dr. Al-Temimi is a complete expert and perfect teacher.  They discuss immigrating to America from Iraq, his true care for patients, and robotics surgery.  They review the cancer treatment team involved in cancer care for the liver, pancreas and bile duct (hint, it takes a medical village).  Dr. Al-Temimi also reviews the important role GI plays on the team (and hopefully a future podcast).  And finally, they discuss the whipple procedure and how robotics has advanced the care for this major surgery (bonus points if you remember the scrubs quote).  It is a great listen and Dr. Al-Temimi takes care to showcase his passion for patients and expertise in the arena. Follow us on IG! offtheboxpodcast@gmail.com

    1h 51m

  5. 05/16/2024

    May - Mental Health Awareness Month with Stacie and Victoria

    Send us a text Today, the guys sit down with Stacie and Victoria from the Good Samaritan Mission Oaks campus behavioral health service line.   They discuss the education needed for work as therapists, mental health, real-life stories (HIPAA approved of course), insightful questions and overall, some really great discussion related to the BHS and mental health realm.   We do apologize for some small audio issues with one of our microphones in this episode - we strive really hard to make these perfect for you, our listener so please forgive us this time.   We also encourage anyone listening who needs support can dial 988 as the suicide hotline. Follow us on IG or email the guys at offtheboxpodcast@gmail.com.

    2h 35m

  6. 05/16/2024

    Get to the Choppa! Stanford Life Flight, Everything EMS with Lee McMurray

    Send us a text Lee is much funnier than the guys are.  Ok.  The bar wasn't very high on that one, but still, Lee cracks the guys up and he'll make you laugh too. The guys sit down with Lee McMurray who works at Stanford Hospital for their Life Flight helicopter.  So, naturally, the guys get to nerding out immediately about helicopters.  If we left out a question, let us know (good luck).  Lee is a wealth of info not just on Life Flight but the associated experts at Stanford who support, train, and make up the team.   The conversation moves on to travel nursing and what healthcare is like in places like Boise, the East Coast, Texas, California, etc.   Of course, you put three EMS guys in a room and the conversation naturally gravitates to stories from the streets, practical jokes and life in EMS or on the fire department.   Follow us on IG! offtheboxpodcast@gmail.com

    2h 51m

  7. 04/26/2024

    At Your Cervix - Dr. Adrouny, OBGYN, Delivers in this Episode

    Send us a text Today the guys sit down with Dr. Adrouny, OBGYN.  In one word, she is incredible.  Gifted OBGYN, small business owner, and all-around awesome person to talk to.   We discuss her family history in medicine, her path towards OBGYN, the nuts & bolts of maternity and child-birth, her time and experience in New Orleans (with some cool personal stories she shares) and running her own small business.  Garrett shares why EMS should always carry their equipment when transporting OB patients and John manages to pronounce all the words correctly but showcases a few....gaps...in his medical knowledge.  Dr. Adrouny brings them both up-to-speed in a lighthearted manner. Dr. Adrouny is a gifted speaker, relays super fun stories and listening will put a smile on your face.  We hope you enjoy it as much as we did. Follow us on IG! offtheboxpodcast@gmail.com

    2h 11m

  8. 04/04/2024

    The Business Side of Healthcare and MBAs in Spain - Alex VanOeveren

    Send us a text Healthcare is so much more than surgery, medications and procedures.  Like.  A lot more.   Today the guys sit down with Alex VanOeveren to discuss the business side of healthcare and getting an MBA abroad (in Spain to be specific - Garrett went online, John walked down the street for his, and Alex flew/lived in Europe for his.  That's cool).   They discuss starting a healthcare business, being a rep for surgeons in the OR, life abroad as an MBA student, sales tactics, psychology, traveling, iron man competitions and so much more.  Alex is a great speaker, has such a cool and positive story to tell and is friends with Dr. Kim, what more do you need?  Give it a listen and let us know what you think. offtheboxpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on IG, Off the Box Podcast

    2h 16m
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Garrett and John - two EMS professionals, "Off The Box" but still in healthcare. We discuss and explore a wide range of topics in the healthcare arena. We might even share a few crazy stories from our time on the box in Silicon Valley, California. And, since we have access to the finest physicians and healthcare leaders, we round it out with in-depth interviews you will not want to miss!

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  • Creator
    Off The Box
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    55
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Off The Box
  • Show Website
    Off The Box

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