PermanenteDocs Chat
Permanente physicians and other leaders come together in an unscripted live chat session, creating conversations among doctors about timely issues facing health care. Our PermanenteDocs Chat, a live chat and podcast, is hosted by Alex McDonald, MD, a family medicine physician with the Southern California Permanente Medical Group, and grew out of our award-winning #JustTheVaxx chat series.
Emotional intelligence in practice
July 16, 2024
Discover the importance of emotional intelligence in health care with insights from Pamela Honsberger, MD.
Career development and the power of mentorship in medicine
June 28, 2024
Join Ved Gossain, MD, as he shares insights on mentoring future doctors and promoting equity in medicine. Moderated by Alex McDonald, MD.
Physician leadership, burnout, and the future of women’s health
June 5, 2024
Join Stella Dantas, MD, and Alex McDonald, MD, as they discuss physician leadership, addressing burnout, and fostering a supportive medical culture.
Pushing the boundaries of medicine with technology and AI
May 6, 2024
Explore how AI and tech are revolutionizing health care in this episode of PermanenteDocs Chat, with Graham Walker, MD, and host Alex McDonald, MD. Learn how innovations are enhancing patient care.
The intersection of medical ethics and evidence-based medicine
April 23, 2024
Join host Alex McDonald, MD, and John Andrews, MD, as they discuss the future of medical residency programs, focusing on mentorship and innovation.