#282: Reforming Modern Medicine with Dr. Robert C. Smith

Has Medicine Lost Its Mind? A Conversation with Dr. Robert C. Smith 🏥🧠 In this episode of A Mental Health Break, we sit down with Dr. Robert C. Smith, a nationally recognized leader in evidence-based mental health care and patient-centered medicine. As a University Distinguished Professor of Medicine and Psychiatry at Michigan State University, Dr. Smith has transformed the way doctors communicate with patients, pioneering a method that strengthens doctor-patient partnerships. With over 150 published papers and numerous awards, including Master recognition from the American College of Physicians, Dr. Smith is on a mission to reform mental health care. He sheds light on: 🔍 Why mental health issues go misdiagnosed or untreated—and the cost to society 🩺 How medical professionals can integrate mental health into standard care 💡 The hidden consequences of separating mental and physical health 🧘 Why mindfulness and exercise should be part of medical treatment ⚡ Practical steps to fix our broken approach to mental health care Mental health affects 1 in 4 Americans each year—yet nearly 75% go untreated. Dr. Smith isn"t just diagnosing the problem—he’s offering real solutions. 🎧 Tune in now—available on all major podcast platforms! Support the show Have a question for the host or guest? Want their freebee? Are you looking to become a guest or show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com. This show is brought to you by the Empathy Set and Coming Alive Podcast Production. CRISIS LINE: DIAL 988