Fri, 31 Oct 2025 21:39:41 +0000 Fri, 31 Oct 2025 21:39:41 +0000 Libsyn RSSgen 1.0 http://www.smajournalonline.com http://www.smajournalonline.com Monthly interviews with select authors from each issue of the Southern Medical Journal. https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/2/8/8/f/288fa7e9e27dcdf4/journal_chat.jpg Southern Medical Journal no episodic Southern,Medical,Journal,SMJ,Journal,Chat no Podcast of the Souther Medical Journal Evaluating Readmission Rates: How Can We Improve? Tue, 16 Nov 2010 17:27:51 +0000 Jennifer from the SMJ speaks with Dr. Cakir about how interventional measures such as making early follow-up appointments and offering patient/family education material can reduce high hospital readmission rates.

]]> Jennifer from the SMJ speaks with Dr. Cakir about how interventional measures such as making early follow-up appointments and offering patient/family education material can reduce high hospital readmission rates.

]]> 04:23 false full Southern Medical JournalJennifer from the SMJ speaks with Dr. Cakir about how interventional measures such as making early follow-up appointments and offering patient/family education material can reduce high hospital readmission rates.Southern Medical JournalJennifer from the SMJ speaks with Dr. Cakir about how interventional measures such as making early follow-up appointments and offering patient/family education material can reduce high hospital readmission rates. Influenza Vaccination Acceptance and Refusal Rates among Health Care Personnel Wed, 29 Sep 2010 15:21:10 +0000 Jennifer from the SMJ talks to Dr. Millner about how the surprisingly high refusal rate of influenza vaccine among health care personnel might be improved.

]]> Jennifer from the SMJ talks to Dr. Millner about how the surprisingly high refusal rate of influenza vaccine among health care personnel might be improved.

]]> 07:14 false full Southern Medical JournalJennifer from the SMJ talks to Dr. Millner about how the surprisingly high refusal rate of influenza vaccine among health care personnel might be improved.Southern Medical JournalJennifer from the SMJ talks to Dr. Millner about how the surprisingly high refusal rate of influenza vaccine among health care personnel might be improved. Study of the Therapeutic Effects of Proximal Intercessory Prayer on Auditory and Visual Impairments in Rural Mozambique, Part 3 Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:16:00 +0000 Part 3 of this series wraps up the discussion of Dr. Candy Gunther Brown’s study on proximal intercessory prayer, exploring the scientific study of spiritual topics. Dr. Brown emphasizes that religious implications cannot be drawn solely from the effects observed in the study.

 

]]> Part 3 of this series wraps up the discussion of Dr. Candy Gunther Brown’s study on proximal intercessory prayer, exploring the scientific study of spiritual topics. Dr. Brown emphasizes that religious implications cannot be drawn solely from the effects observed in the study.

]]> 04:03 false full Southern Medical JournalPart 3 of this series wraps up the discussion of Dr. Candy Gunther Brown’s study on proximal intercessory prayer, exploring the scientific study of spiritual topics. Dr. Brown emphasizes that religious implications cannot be drawn solely from the effects observed in the study.  Southern Medical JournalPart 3 of this series wraps up the discussion of Dr. Candy Gunther Brown’s study on proximal intercessory prayer, exploring the scientific study of spiritual topics. Dr. Brown emphasizes that religious implications cannot be drawn solely from the effects observed in the study.   Study of the Therapeutic Effects of Proximal Intercessory Prayer on Auditory and Visual Impairments in Rural Mozambique, Part 2 Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:13:00 +0000 Part 2 of this series continues the discussion between Jennifer and Dr. Candy Gunther Brown, focusing on the effects of the study and Dr. Brown’s reasons for basing it in Mozambique, rather than the United States.

]]> Part 2 of this series continues the discussion between Jennifer and Dr. Candy Gunther Brown, focusing on the effects of the study and Dr. Brown’s reasons for basing it in Mozambique, rather than the United States.

]]> 04:14 false full Southern Medical JournalPart 2 of this series continues the discussion between Jennifer and Dr. Candy Gunther Brown, focusing on the effects of the study and Dr. Brown’s reasons for basing it in Mozambique, rather than the United States.Southern Medical JournalPart 2 of this series continues the discussion between Jennifer and Dr. Candy Gunther Brown, focusing on the effects of the study and Dr. Brown’s reasons for basing it in Mozambique, rather than the United States. Study of the Therapeutic Effects of Proximal Intercessory Prayer on Auditory and Visual Impairments in Rural Mozambique, Part 1 Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:10:00 +0000 In Part 1 of this series, Jennifer from the SMJ speaks to Dr. Candy Gunther Brown about the design of her study on proximal intercessory prayer, and Dr. Brown addresses the controversy it generated.

]]> In Part 1 of this series, Jennifer from the SMJ speaks to Dr. Candy Gunther Brown about the design of her study on proximal intercessory prayer, and Dr. Brown addresses the controversy it generated.

]]> 04:16 false full Southern Medical JournalIn Part 1 of this series, Jennifer from the SMJ speaks to Dr. Candy Gunther Brown about the design of her study on proximal intercessory prayer, and Dr. Brown addresses the controversy it generated.Southern Medical JournalIn Part 1 of this series, Jennifer from the SMJ speaks to Dr. Candy Gunther Brown about the design of her study on proximal intercessory prayer, and Dr. Brown addresses the controversy it generated. Proximal Intercessory PrayerJennifer from the SMJ asks Dr. Peteet for his thoughts on spirituality-based studies in anticipation of his editorial "Proximal Intercessory Prayer." Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:05:00 +0000 Jennifer from the SMJ asks Dr. Peteet for his thoughts on spirituality-based studies in anticipation of his editorial “Proximal Intercessory Prayer.”

]]> Jennifer from the SMJ asks Dr. Peteet for his thoughts on spirituality-based studies in anticipation of his editorial “Proximal Intercessory Prayer.”

]]> 02:29 false full Southern Medical JournalJennifer from the SMJ asks Dr. Peteet for his thoughts on spirituality-based studies in anticipation of his editorial “Proximal Intercessory Prayer.”Southern Medical JournalJennifer from the SMJ asks Dr. Peteet for his thoughts on spirituality-based studies in anticipation of his editorial “Proximal Intercessory Prayer.” The Goals for HbA1c Need to be Individualized Based on Clinical Judgement and Not on Third Party Recommendations Fri, 03 Sep 2010 21:50:00 +0000 Jennifer from the SMJ talks to Dr. Bell about hemoglobin A1c goals in the treatment of diabetes mellitus.

]]> Jennifer from the SMJ talks to Dr. Bell about hemoglobin A1c goals in the treatment of diabetes mellitus.

]]> 05:06 false full Southern Medical JournalJennifer from the SMJ talks to Dr. Bell about hemoglobin A1c goals in the treatment of diabetes mellitus.Southern Medical JournalJennifer from the SMJ talks to Dr. Bell about hemoglobin A1c goals in the treatment of diabetes mellitus. Burnout in Medical Students: Examining the Prevalence and Associated Factors Thu, 29 Jul 2010 21:11:03 +0000 Jennifer from the SMJ speaks with Dr. Santen about her research on burnout in medical students, focusing on factors associated with burnout and methods of preventing potential burnout.

]]> Jennifer from the SMJ speaks with Dr. Santen about her research on burnout in medical students, focusing on factors associated with burnout and methods of preventing potential burnout.

]]> 08:24 false full Southern Medical JournalJennifer from the SMJ speaks with Dr. Santen about her research on burnout in medical students, focusing on factors associated with burnout and methods of preventing potential burnout.Southern Medical JournalJennifer from the SMJ speaks with Dr. Santen about her research on burnout in medical students, focusing on factors associated with burnout and methods of preventing potential burnout. Bariatric Surgery Thu, 29 Jul 2010 21:05:00 +0000 Melissa from the SMJ sits down for a chat with Dr. Lewis about his upcoming editorial on bariatric surgery.

]]> Melissa from the SMJ sits down for a chat with Dr. Lewis about his upcoming editorial on bariatric surgery.

]]> 05:45 false full Southern Medical JournalMelissa from the SMJ sits down for a chat with Dr. Lewis about his upcoming editorial on bariatric surgery.Southern Medical JournalMelissa from the SMJ sits down for a chat with Dr. Lewis about his upcoming editorial on bariatric surgery. Angiotensin Receptor Blockers for Management of Hypertension Mon, 28 Jun 2010 16:16:00 +0000 Jennifer from the SMJ talks to Dr. William Frishman about the use of angiotensin receptor blockers in the treatment of uncomplicated hypertension.

]]> Jennifer from the SMJ talks to Dr. William Frishman about the use of angiotensin receptor blockers in the treatment of uncomplicated hypertension.

]]> 04:45 false full Southern Medical JournalJennifer from the SMJ talks to Dr. William Frishman about the use of angiotensin receptor blockers in the treatment of uncomplicated hypertension.Southern Medical JournalJennifer from the SMJ talks to Dr. William Frishman about the use of angiotensin receptor blockers in the treatment of uncomplicated hypertension. Prevention of Needless Deaths from Drowning Tue, 15 Jun 2010 13:35:00 +0000 Jennifer from the Southern Medical Journal talks with Dr. Modell about his article, which explores causes of drowning and recommends preventative measures to avoid drowning deaths.

]]> Jennifer from the Southern Medical Journal talks with Dr. Modell about his article, which explores causes of drowning and recommends preventative measures to avoid drowning deaths.

]]> 05:01 false full Southern Medical JournalJennifer from the Southern Medical Journal talks with Dr. Modell about his article, which explores causes of drowning and recommends preventative measures to avoid drowning deaths.Southern Medical JournalJennifer from the Southern Medical Journal talks with Dr. Modell about his article, which explores causes of drowning and recommends preventative measures to avoid drowning deaths. Addressing Obesity in the Inpatient Setting: A Needs Assessment Tue, 08 Jun 2010 17:37:00 +0000 Jennifer with SMJ speaks with Dr. Erica Howe about her upcoming article, which discusses the important issue of religious/spiritual services in military hospitals.

]]> Jennifer with SMJ speaks with Dr. Erica Howe about her upcoming article, which discusses the important issue of religious/spiritual services in military hospitals.

]]> 03:07 false full Southern Medical JournalJennifer with SMJ speaks with Dr. Erica Howe about her upcoming article, which discusses the important issue of religious/spiritual services in military hospitals.Southern Medical JournalJennifer with SMJ speaks with Dr. Erica Howe about her upcoming article, which discusses the important issue of religious/spiritual services in military hospitals. Faith and Religious Beliefs in an Outpatient Military Population Tue, 08 Jun 2010 17:32:00 +0000 Pam with SMJ speaks with Dr. Sandra McLaughlin about her upcoming article, which discusses the important issue of religious/spiritual services in military hospitals.

]]> Pam with SMJ speaks with Dr. Sandra McLaughlin about her upcoming article, which discusses the important issue of religious/spiritual services in military hospitals.

]]> 08:07 false full Southern Medical JournalPam with SMJ speaks with Dr. Sandra McLaughlin about her upcoming article, which discusses the important issue of religious/spiritual services in military hospitals.Southern Medical JournalPam with SMJ speaks with Dr. Sandra McLaughlin about her upcoming article, which discusses the important issue of religious/spiritual services in military hospitals. Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring in Primary Care Mon, 10 May 2010 15:46:00 +0000 Melissa talks with Dr. Wexler about his upcoming article, which covers the benefits of using ambulatory blood pressure monitoring in the primary care setting.

]]> Melissa talks with Dr. Wexler about his upcoming article, which covers the benefits of using ambulatory blood pressure monitoring in the primary care setting.

]]> 04:41 false full Southern Medical JournalMelissa talks with Dr. Wexler about his upcoming article, which covers the benefits of using ambulatory blood pressure monitoring in the primary care setting.Southern Medical JournalMelissa talks with Dr. Wexler about his upcoming article, which covers the benefits of using ambulatory blood pressure monitoring in the primary care setting. Breast Cancer Risk Assessment and Prevention Tue, 27 Apr 2010 20:32:00 +0000 Melissa talks with Dr. Hooks about her upcoming article, which covers the controversy surrounding the US Preventive Task Force breast cancer screening guidelines.

]]> Melissa talks with Dr. Hooks about her upcoming article, which covers the controversy surrounding the US Preventive Task Force breast cancer screening guidelines.

]]> 12:47 false full Southern Medical JournalMelissa talks with Dr. Hooks about her upcoming article, which covers the controversy surrounding the US Preventive Task Force breast cancer screening guidelines.Southern Medical JournalMelissa talks with Dr. Hooks about her upcoming article, which covers the controversy surrounding the US Preventive Task Force breast cancer screening guidelines. The Role of the Primary Care Physician in the Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment of Breast Cancer: Contemporary Knowledge and Controversies Tue, 06 Apr 2010 14:32:00 +0000 Jennifer from the SMJ sits down for a chat with Dr. Braverman about his upcoming article, which covers the breast cancer treatments.

]]> Jennifer from the SMJ sits down for a chat with Dr. Braverman about his upcoming article, which covers the breast cancer treatments.

]]> 05:11 false full Southern Medical JournalJennifer from the SMJ sits down for a chat with Dr. Braverman about his upcoming article, which covers the breast cancer treatments.Southern Medical JournalJennifer from the SMJ sits down for a chat with Dr. Braverman about his upcoming article, which covers the breast cancer treatments. Overuse of Acid Suppression Therapy Wed, 10 Mar 2010 07:00:00 +0000 SMJ sits down for a chat with Dr. Vega about his upcoming article, which covers the overprescription of acid suppression therapy in hospitalized patients.]]> SMJ sits down for a chat with Dr. Vega about his upcoming article, which covers the overprescription of acid suppression therapy in hospitalized patients.]]> 04:31 false full Southern Medical JournalMelissa from the SMJ sits down for a chat with Dr. Vega about his upcoming article, which covers the overprescription of acid suppression therapy in hospitalized patients.Southern Medical JournalMelissa from the SMJ sits down for a chat with Dr. Vega about his upcoming article, which covers the overprescription of acid suppression therapy in hospitalized patients. Radius Fracture from an Electrical Injury Involving an Electric Guitar Wed, 10 Mar 2010 07:00:00 +0000 SMJ sits down for a chat with Dr. Pappano about his upcoming article, which describes adolescent fractures resulting from electrical shock.]]> SMJ sits down for a chat with Dr. Pappano about his upcoming article, which describes adolescent fractures resulting from electrical shock.]]> 04:57 false full Southern Medical JournalPam from the SMJ sits down for a chat with Dr. Pappano about his upcoming article, which describes adolescent fractures resulting from electrical shock.Southern Medical JournalPam from the SMJ sits down for a chat with Dr. Pappano about his upcoming article, which describes adolescent fractures resulting from electrical shock. Inappropriate Psychiatric Admission of Elderly Patients with Unrecognized Delirium Fri, 19 Feb 2010 07:00:00 +0000

]]> 03:38 false full Southern Medical JournalSouthern Medical Journal  Melissa from the SMJ sits down for a chat with Dr. Reeves about his upcoming article which covers the difficulty of making a delirium diagnoses in patients with a history of mental illness.Southern Medical JournalSouthern Medical Journal  Melissa from the SMJ sits down for a chat with Dr. Reeves about his upcoming article which covers the difficulty of making a delirium diagnoses in patients with a history of mental illness. Do Guns Provide Safety? At What Cost? Fri, 19 Feb 2010 07:00:00 +0000 07:16 false full Southern Medical JournalJennifer from the SMJ sits down for a chat with Drs. Lippmann and Smock about their upcoming article, which covers the economic, social, and psychological consequences of firearm violence.Southern Medical JournalJennifer from the SMJ sits down for a chat with Drs. Lippmann and Smock about their upcoming article, which covers the economic, social, and psychological consequences of firearm violence.