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CMDA Matters is the premier audio resource for Christian healthcare professionals. Hosted by Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) CEO Dr. Mike Chupp, it is a weekly podcast that includes interviews with experts from Christian healthcare professionals. Topics include bioethics, healthcare missions, financial stewardship, marriage, family and much more. Listen to CMDA Matters today on the CMDA Go app, iTunes and the CMDA website. When you subscribe to our iTunes channel or Google Play, you will get notified about the podcast episodes on a weekly basis. The Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) is made up of the Christian Medical Association (CMA) and the Christian Dental Association (CDA). CMDA provides resources, networking opportunities, education and a public voice for Christian healthcare professionals and students. Founded in 1931, CMDA provides programs and services supporting its mission to "change hearts in healthcare" with a current membership of around 19,000 healthcare professionals. CMDA promotes positions and addresses policies on healthcare issues; conducts overseas medical education and evangelism projects; coordinates a network of Christian healthcare professionals for fellowship and professional growth; sponsors student ministries in medical dental, PA, and other healthcare training schools; distributes educational and inspirational resources; hosts marriage and family conferences; provides developing world missionary healthcare professionals with continuing education resources; and conducts academic exchange programs overseas. By being the "hands of Jesus" to needy people, CMDA seeks to fulfill His Great Commandment (Matthew 22:39; 25:36) and His Great Commission (Matthew 28:19). The Christian Medical & Dental Associations® is a 501(c)3 and is governed by a Board of Trustees and House of Delegates. Policies of CMDA are interpreted and applied by the Board of Trustees, which also establishes the guidelines for the executive director and his staff. An elected House of Delegates assists the board with recommendations on courses of action. The House of Delegates is composed of graduate, student, resident and missionary members who are elected for three-year terms by district and meets annually at the CMDA National Convention. Approximately 75 employees currently make up the staff of CMDA in the national office and U.S. field offices.

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CMDA Matters is the premier audio resource for Christian healthcare professionals. Hosted by Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) CEO Dr. Mike Chupp, it is a weekly podcast that includes interviews with experts from Christian healthcare professionals. Topics include bioethics, healthcare missions, financial stewardship, marriage, family and much more. Listen to CMDA Matters today on the CMDA Go app, iTunes and the CMDA website. When you subscribe to our iTunes channel or Google Play, you will get notified about the podcast episodes on a weekly basis. The Christian Medical & Dental Associations® (CMDA) is made up of the Christian Medical Association (CMA) and the Christian Dental Association (CDA). CMDA provides resources, networking opportunities, education and a public voice for Christian healthcare professionals and students. Founded in 1931, CMDA provides programs and services supporting its mission to "change hearts in healthcare" with a current membership of around 19,000 healthcare professionals. CMDA promotes positions and addresses policies on healthcare issues; conducts overseas medical education and evangelism projects; coordinates a network of Christian healthcare professionals for fellowship and professional growth; sponsors student ministries in medical dental, PA, and other healthcare training schools; distributes educational and inspirational resources; hosts marriage and family conferences; provides developing world missionary healthcare professionals with continuing education resources; and conducts academic exchange programs overseas. By being the "hands of Jesus" to needy people, CMDA seeks to fulfill His Great Commandment (Matthew 22:39; 25:36) and His Great Commission (Matthew 28:19). The Christian Medical & Dental Associations® is a 501(c)3 and is governed by a Board of Trustees and House of Delegates. Policies of CMDA are interpreted and applied by the Board of Trustees, which also establishes the guidelines for the executive director and his staff. An elected House of Delegates assists the board with recommendations on courses of action. The House of Delegates is composed of graduate, student, resident and missionary members who are elected for three-year terms by district and meets annually at the CMDA National Convention. Approximately 75 employees currently make up the staff of CMDA in the national office and U.S. field offices.

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Episodes

Bioethics and Disagreements

9/28/2023
Bioethicist and theologian Dr. Paul Hoehner discusses the newest released statement from CMDA’s Ethics committee, which is entitled “Disagreement Among Christians on Bioethical Issues". RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE: Give to CMDAEmail CMDA MattersCMDA BookstoreCMDA Ethics StatementsFall 2023 Edition of CMDA TodayBridging the GapWhy the Church Needs Bioethics: A Guide to Wise Engagement with Life's Challenges by John F. Kilner, PhDCenter for Bioethics and Human DignityTrinity International University’s Bioethics Program

Duration:00:43:16

A Wake-up Call for Burnout

9/21/2023
Dr. Zandra Cheng shares an incredible story about the trials of burnout and the amazing power of God. RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE: Give to CMDAEmail CMDA MattersCMDA BookstoreCenter for Well-BeingUpcoming CMDA EventsA Minute of Margin: Restoring Balance to Busy Lives by Dr. Richard SwensonWhispers: A Daily Devotional for Healthcare Professionals and Their Patients by Dr. Al WeirCMDA Weekly Devotions

Duration:00:38:17

Passages to Israel

9/14/2023
Dr. Rae Russell and Rachel Bright, are two CMDA members who recently traveled to Israel on a trip that CMDA helped to coordinate for student leaders. RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE: Give to CMDAEmail CMDA MattersCMDA BookstoreCampus & Community MinistriesCMDA Podcasts2024 CMDA National ConventionCMDA Biblical ToursMarriage Enrichment Weekends

Duration:00:36:03

The Malpractice Threat

9/7/2023
Trial lawyer Jimmie C. Miller talks about medical malpractice issues and her advice for how to face the threat of a malpractice case. RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE: Give to CMDAEmail CMDA MattersCMDA BookstoreMedical Malpractice MinistryCenter for Well-BeingJoin CMDACMDA Placement Services

Duration:00:38:37

The Community of Side By Side

8/31/2023
Rebecca Lehman, the new Executive Director of Side By Side, shares about this ministry for medical wives and how it offers support and community to women through more than 90 chapters around the world. RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE: Give to CMDAEmail CMDA MattersCMDA BookstoreSide By SideCampus & Community MinistriesCMDA Awards2024 CMDA National ConventionMarriage Enrichment Ministry

Duration:00:33:29

Being Part of Something Greater

8/24/2023
CMDA President Dr. George Gonzalez, along with his wife Angelica, talk about how their involvement in their local CMDA chapter allows them to make a difference in their community and be part of something greater. RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE: Give to CMDAEmail CMDA MattersCMDA BookstoreCampus & Community MinistriesSide By SideR2ED CommitteePerkins Justice Pilgrimage with CMDA

Duration:00:40:45

Cameo of Courage featuring Dr. Thomas Eppes

8/17/2023
Dr. Thomas Eppes displayed an incredible amount of courage when he stood up to the American Medical Association—all by himself. RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE: Give to CMDAEmail CMDA MattersCMDA BookstoreFreedom2CareEmail CMDA’s Advocacy TeamCMDA StewardshipThe Barnabas Foundation

Duration:00:34:26

A Model of Obedient and Sustained Service

8/10/2023
Dr. Mark Crouch talks about serving as a missionary physician at Kudjip Nazarene Hospital in Papua New Guinea for the last decade. RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE: Give to CMDAEmail CMDA MattersCMDA BookstoreGlobal Missions Health ConferenceYour Call e-newsletterCenter for Advancing Healthcare MissionsPre-field Orientation for New Healthcare MissionariesCMDA Today Article by Dr. Jake MorrisNazarene General HospitalDr. Mark Crouch’s BlogIn His Image ResidencyCenter for Well-Being

Duration:00:37:48

Being Salt and Light in Today’s World

8/3/2023
Dr. Walt Larimore talks about the legacy behind the Faith Prescriptions video series and how it can help healthcare professionals share their faith in practice. RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE: Give to CMDAEmail CMDA MattersCMDA Bookstorewww.DrWalt.comFaith PrescriptionsCMDA Learning CenterWomen Physicians and Dentists in Christ (WPDC) Annual Conference

Duration:00:44:24

Celebrating This Year’s Victories

6/27/2023
Chris Schandevel from Alliance Defending Freedom shares news of the big wins we’ve accomplished this year to help protect the conscience freedoms of CMDA members. RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE: Give to CMDAYear-end Matching GiftEmail CMDA MattersJoin CMDAAlliance Defending FreedomBecket LawCMDA’s Advocacy VictoriesNew Mexico CaseCalifornia CaseFreedom2CareCMDA Ethics StatementsThe Convergence: Critical Conversations on Mental Health

Duration:00:46:16

Navigating and Understanding Faithfulness in a New Babylon

6/22/2023
David Kinnaman, CEO of Barna Group, talks about Barna’s extensive research they are doing for churches and non-profit organizations. RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE: Give to CMDAYear-end Matching GiftEmail CMDA MattersThe Convergence: Critical Conversations on Mental HealthBarna GroupCenter for Well-BeingPodcast Interview with Dr. Darilyn Falck and Reverend Kent JonesCenter for Advancing Healthcare MissionsGlobal Missions Health Conference

Duration:00:42:56

Threats, Trends and Opportunities in Advocacy

6/15/2023
Nicole Hayes and Anna Pilato from CMDA’s Advocacy department to talk about the latest threats, trends and opportunities in Advocacy. RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE: Give to CMDAYear-end Matching GiftEmail CMDA MattersFreedom2CareTransgender MandateEmail CMDA’s Advocacy and Communications TeamThe Convergence: Critical Conversations on Mental Health

Duration:00:39:13

The Perils of PRIDE

6/8/2023
Dr. Steven Willing talks about his new book called Superbia, which focuses on insights into the sin and perils of pride. RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE: Give to CMDAYear-end Matching GiftCMDA BookstoreEmail CMDA MattersSuperbia: The Perils of Pride. The Power of Humility. by Steven Willing, MDDr. Steven Willing’s BlogThe Point BlogVoice of CMDA Media TrainingThe Convergence: Critical Conversations on Mental Health

Duration:00:39:49

Long-COVID Research

6/1/2023
Infectious disease expert Dr. Sam Raad talks about his ongoing research with cancer patients who have experienced long-COVID symptoms. RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE: Give to CMDAYear-end Matching GiftCMDA BookstoreEmail CMDA MattersCMDA Go AppHealth Outreach to the Middle EastPodcast #1 with Dr. Raad – Healthcare Outreach to the Middle EastPodcast #2 with Dr. Raad – Looking at MonkeypoxMedical Education InternationalGlobal Health Outreach

Duration:00:42:08

Cameo of Courage with Dr. Kristin Collier

5/25/2023
Dr. Kristin Collier shares her story of resilience and courage when her convictions about the dignity of human life were put to the test. RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE: Give to CMDAYear-end Matching GiftCMDA BookstoreEmail CMDA MattersEmail CMDA’s Advocacy and Communications TeamVoice of CMDA Media TrainingUpcoming CMDA EventsBridging the Gap

Duration:00:46:35

To Pakistan With Love

5/18/2023
Drs. John and Angela Condie, CMDA’s 2023 Missionaries of the Year, share about their 30+ years of service as cross-cultural missionaries in Pakistan. RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE: Give to CMDAYear-end Matching GiftCMDA BookstoreEmail CMDA MattersGlobal Health OutreachMedical Education InternationalCenter for Advancing Healthcare MissionsGlobal Missions Health ConferencePre-field Orientation for New Healthcare MissionariesCMDA Annual AwardsTEAM

Duration:00:47:18

Maintaining Your Conscience in Residency

5/11/2023
Dr. Cara Buskmiller chats with Rev. Bill Reichart to discuss what residency interviews are like for Christians and others making decisions based on their conscience and convictions. RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE: Give to CMDAYear-end Matching GiftCMDA BookstoreEmail CMDA MattersStudent Pulse PodcastConscience in ResidencyFreedom2CareCMDA’s Advocacy and Communications TeamVoice of CMDA Media TrainingWomen Physicians and Dentists in Christ Annual Conference

Duration:00:42:30

ICMDA World Congress

5/4/2023
Dr. Augustin Lutakwa from South Africa joined Dr. Mike Chupp for a live interview at the 2023 CMDA National Convention to talk about the upcoming ICMDA World Congress. RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE: Give to CMDACMDA BookstoreEmail CMDA Matters2023 ICMDA World Congress2024 CMDA National ConventionYear-end Matching GiftPlacement Services

Duration:00:29:30

Biblically Responsible Investing

4/27/2023
Cassandra Laymon, the President of Beacon Wealth Consultants, talks about the importance of being faithful stewards of the resources we have and how we can use our resources for the Lord’s kingdom. RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE: Give to CMDACMDA BookstoreEmail CMDA MattersBeacon WealthCMDA’s Stewardship DepartmentCMDA Biblical ToursVoice of CMDA Media Training

Duration:00:35:38

Lead Like It Matters to God

4/20/2023
Rich Stearns, President Emeritus of World Vision U.S., talks about his ministry and leadership influence, as well as his book Lead Like It Matters to God. RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE: Give to CMDACMDA BookstoreEmail CMDA Matters2023 CMDA National ConventionLead Like It Matters to God by Rich StearnsCMDA Go AppCenter for Well-BeingThe Leadership Journal from a Leader’s Journey by Pastor Bert Jones

Duration:00:43:06

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