How a Local Med School Emphasizes the Human Side of Healthcare
How a Local Med School Emphasizes the Human Side of Healthcare  
Podcast: All Of It with Alison Stewart
Published On: Tue Mar 24 2026
Description: A local medical school has been exploring new ways to teach the next generation of doctors, with more of an emphasis on the parts of healthcare beyond medical science, including bedside manner and how healthcare costs impact patient experiences. Dr. David Elkowitz, Associate Dean for Academic Programs and Educational Culture, Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and Director of the Academy of Medical Educators, discusses his institution's approach to medical education. Image by CHIH CHIEH HSIAO, via Getty Creative Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.