IFM | Elevating the Family Physician Voice in the Media

Host Emily Holwick interviews Dr. Jen Caudle, a family physician and media contributor with extensive experience in sharing medical information across national media and social platforms. Dr. Caudle discusses her journey into family medicine, her motivations for engaging with media, and the importance of accurate, evidence-based health communication in today's media landscape. She emphasizes the need for diverse voices in medicine and offers advice for physicians interested in working with the media. Dr. Caudle also shares her experiences and favorite moments from various media engagements, highlighting the role family physicians play in educating the public beyond the clinical setting.

Topics

00:11 Meet Dr. Jen Caudle

00:55 Choosing Family Medicine

02:08 Journey into Media

03:56 The Importance of Media Presence

09:43 Advice for Physicians Interested in Media

12:00 The Power of Social Media

15:22 Future Topics and Final Thoughts

17:16 Conclusion and Contact Information

Resources

AAFP Media Center | AAFP

Media Experience Helped FP Reach Vast Following | Family Doc Focus

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