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Discussions of timely topics in clinical medicine, biomedical research, public health, health policy, and more, featured in the Medical News section of JAMA, the Journal of the American Medical Association.

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Stephen Kornfeld
Oncologist who stepped in as ship's physician during the hantavirus outbreak
National Quarantine Unit, University of Nebraska Medical Center
Episode: Is There a Doctor on the Ship?
Dr. Daniel Lucy
Physician who treated patients during the 2014 Ebola outbreak
Episode: Ebola Outbreak Update
Kate Schweitzer
Associate Managing Editor, JAMA Medical News
JAMA Network
Episode: New Obesity Definition Stirs Debate
T. Ryan Gregory
Canadian evolutionary biologist
Unknown (mentioned as a scientist who dubbed Cicada)
Episode: Cicada, the SARS-CoV-2 Variant With a Surprising Trajectory
Katie Berlacher
Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and ACC Conference Chair
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Episode: Highlights From the American College of Cardiology's 2026 Scientific Sessions
Jennifer Abbasi
News Director at JAMA Network
JAMA Network
Episode: What's New in the Updated Lipid Guidelines?
Dariush Mozafarian
Cardiologist and director of the Food is Medicine Institute at Tufts University
Tufts University
Episode: Why the Low Carb vs Low Fat Debate Misses the Point
Kirsten Bibbins-Domingo
Editor-in-Chief of JAMA
JAMA
Episode: JAMA Research of the Year With Editor in Chief Kirsten Bibbins-Domingo
Dr. Joanna Chikwe
Chair of the American Heart Association's Annual Scientific Sessions Conference and Chair of the Department of Cardiac Surgery at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Episode: Cardiovascular Highlights From AHA Scientific Sessions 2025

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Jennifer Abbasi
Host of JAMA Medical News. Writer/reporter with emphasis on science, medicine, and policy. Frequently leads discussions on studies and clinical implications.
Kate Schweitzer
Associate Managing Editor of JAMA Medical News; guest expert for news synthesis and interview insights.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 163 ratings
  • Useful topics

    Listening all the time

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    ordinary hooman bean •~•
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Amazing Content!

    Jennifer, Feyza, Rebecca, and Rita do such a good job covering a variety of topics. The guests offer valuable insight as well. I would recommend this podcast to anyone looking to be inspired and informed!

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    megan@podcastingyou
    United States4 years ago

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Strong reporting and clinical context make complex topics accessible.

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New Insights on HFpEF in Patients With Severe Obesity
Q: What are the next steps researchers want to take?
They want controlled trials with before-and-after biopsies to see if weight loss can revert the sarcomere changes, and to explore the biological pathway that may cause sarcomere dysfunction, which could lead to new treatments.
New Insights on HFpEF in Patients With Severe Obesity
Q: So, Jen, why do you think this study was important to cover?
The study highlights a potential shift in understanding HFpEF among patients with severe obesity, suggesting a distinct pathophysiology and a possible target for therapies that address sarcomere contraction and weight-related mechanisms.
Is There a Doctor on the Ship?
Q: I guess a lot of things stand out to you about what happened on board this ship. But as far as you serving as a physician on this ship, is there anything you want to add that we haven't talked about that was surprising or especially memorable?
He highlights the surreal shipboard context, the rapid shift to quarantine and lockdown, and the emotional burden of caring for anxious passengers while navigating limited resources and evolving information from health authorities.
Ebola Outbreak Update
Q: Now, that's not the only reason this outbreak has proven so difficult to contain, right?
Challenges include a remote, conflict-affected setting, violence and displacement, weak health infrastructure, and the absence of rapid diagnostics for Bundabugyo, which hinders quick confirmation and response.
Ebola Outbreak Update
Q: So first, bring us up to speed. What exactly is happening with this outbreak right now?
The outbreak is centered in the DRC but spreading into Uganda, with a high mortality rate linked to Bundabugyo and no approved vaccines or treatments, which complicates containment.

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What is JAMA Medical News about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Insightful coverage of clinical medicine, biomedical research, public health, and health policy. Across episodes, the conversations center on new guidelines, diagnostic advances, treatment strategies, and health-system implications, with a strong emphasis on how evidence translates to practice. Notable strengths include high-caliber medical journalism, clear explainers of complex topics, and a steady stream of expert guests who illuminate regulatory, scientific, and public-health nuances. The format tends to balance rigorous reporting with approachable discussion, making it useful for clinicians, researchers, and decision-makers who want context for evolving medical knowledge and policy. A standout is the blend of clinical relevance with po... more

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