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Podcast: If This Is True with Chris Hall
Episode: Michael Smith, MD--Doctor Teaching Colleagues The Healing Power of Improv!!
Description: After med school at Creighton and residency at Tulane, Mike began his medical career, finding that he, and other colleagues, had issues communicating with patients and each other. In 2014, Mike began taking Level 1 improv classes, as they were a present from his wife.. Realizing early on that the skills learned through improv could help him as a hospitalist, Mike began implementing them at work. The result was more enjoyable work, better interactions with patients, and more effective teaching. Â Mike will be performing with his group Dad Jokes at the Omaha Comedy Festival September 26-29. Tickets and i...