Actors, Oscars and Isolation: Jeff Comer on Why We're All So Stressed Out!
Download MP3In this episode of the MGMA Insights podcast, we're joined by Jeff Comer, PhD, MHA, FACHE, who has spent more than 20 years as an interim and permanent acute and behavioral hospital CEO. Jeff's here today to talk about heightened stress levels and what are the factors causing people to act out.
Resources for this episode:
• Why People Are Acting So Weird
(https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2022/03/antisocial-behavior-crime-violence-increase-pandemic/627076/)
• Jeff Comer's website (https://drjeffcomer.com/)
• Jeff Comer on LinkedIn(https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamjeffcomer/)
• Psychology Today article (https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/beyond-stress-and-burnout/202202/fight-or-flight-is-just-one-part-stress-reactivity)
• Beating Burnout Podcast (https://www.mgma.com/resources/human-resources/beating-burnout-for-more-effective-leadership)
• MGMA’s ACMPE Program (mgma.com/certification/americ…lege-of-medical-prac)
• MGMA Education Opportunities (mgma.com/events)
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We'd love to hear from you. Tell us what you think. Let us know if there's a topic you want us to cover or an expert you'd like us to interview. Email us at podcasts@mgma.com.
The MGMA Insights podcasts are produced by Daniel Williams, Rob Ketcham and Decklan McGee.
In this episode of the MGMA Insights podcast, we're joined by Jeff Comer, PhD, MHA, FACHE, who has spent more than 20 years as an interim and permanent acute and behavioral hospital CEO. Jeff's here today to talk about heightened stress levels and what are the factors causing people to act out.
Resources for this episode:
• Why People Are Acting So Weird
(https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2022/03/antisocial-behavior-crime-violence-increase-pandemic/627076/)
• Jeff Comer's website (https://drjeffcomer.com/)
• Jeff Comer on LinkedIn(https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamjeffcomer/)
• Psychology Today article (https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/beyond-stress-and-burnout/202202/fight-or-flight-is-just-one-part-stress-reactivity)
• Beating Burnout Podcast (https://www.mgma.com/resources/human-resources/beating-burnout-for-more-effective-leadership)
• MGMA’s ACMPE Program (mgma.com/certification/americ…lege-of-medical-prac)
• MGMA Education Opportunities (mgma.com/events)
This episode is sponsored by:
ZOLL Data Systems — As a healthcare organization, do you feel like processing your claims is too manual or takes too long? Or ever feel like you’re just leaving claim revenue on the table? ZOLL AR Boost is a real-time accounts receivable (AR) solution suite from ZOLL Data Systems that simplifies and expedites your pre-billing process. Go to www.ZOLLData.com/ARBoost for more information.
Deputy — Unlock an easier way to schedule your team with Deputy. No spreadsheets. No hassle when staff want to swap shifts. And no last-minute panic when someone calls out sick. Deputy simplifies staff scheduling, automates timesheets, and streamlines team communication — all in one easy-to-use platform. Deputy does it all so that you can focus on the work that matters most. Ready to take Deputy for a test drive? Start your free trial or contact our team at www.deputy.com.
We'd love to hear from you. Tell us what you think. Let us know if there's a topic you want us to cover or an expert you'd like us to interview. Email us at podcasts@mgma.com.
The MGMA Insights podcasts are produced by Daniel Williams, Rob Ketcham and Decklan McGee.
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This episode is brought to you by Boost Lingo, the language services platform behind MGMA Translate, interpreter delays and high agency fees, strain budgets, and staff morale. Boost lingo on demand fixes both tap once and a qualified medical interpreter joins in about 13 seconds. Video or phone on any device. No steep learning curve. It just works. Tap, connect, care. Choose from 14,000 interpreters covering over 300 languages. Fully HIPAA compliant. Your staff will love the ease and your patients will too. Plus MGMA members save 20%. Visit https://boostlingo.com/mgma/ to see it in action today.
Podcast Sponsor MGMA Analytics
Are you making decisions based on gut instinct—or on real data?
With MGMA Analytics, you get the benchmarking and business intelligence tools to drive smarter strategies.
From provider compensation to operational costs, MGMA Analytics gives you access to the most trusted data in the industry.
So whether you’re adjusting staffing, setting salaries, or planning for growth, make your next move with confidence.
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