Jeff Albaugh, PhD, APRN, CUCNS, presents “Educating Patients and the Public through Podcasts.”
How to cite: Albaugh, Jeff. “Educating Patients and the Public through Podcasts.” July 3, 2025. Accessed Aug 2025. https://grandroundsinurology.com/educating-patients-and-the-public-through-podcasts/
Educating Patients and the Public through Podcasts – Summary
Diane K. Newman, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, Adjunct Professor of Surgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Senior Editorial Director of Grand Rounds in Urology, engages with Jeff Albaugh, PhD, APRN, CUCNS, Jesse Brown VA Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Albaugh is a board-certified urology clinical nurse specialist with over 30 years of experience. In this 11-minute conversation, Dr. Albaugh discusses the origins and mission of his educational initiative and podcast, Dr. Jeff Talks About Sex and Intimacy, aimed at providing reliable, evidence-based information on sexual health for both patients and healthcare providers.
Dr. Albaugh shares that the podcast evolved from a successful video library he developed at NorthShore University Health System, now Endeavor Health, which featured educational content on men’s and women’s sexual health. Responding to ongoing patient demand, Albaugh continued this work independently through a podcast platform. He emphasizes the urgent need for accessible, credible sexual health education, noting the widespread misinformation online and the stigma that often prevents open conversations about sexual dysfunction. He highlights how shame, confusion, and misinformation frequently delay care and contribute to unnecessary suffering. The podcast, hosted at www.drjeffsextalk.com, offers a safe, private, and evidence-informed way for individuals to learn about normal body function, intimacy, treatment options, and coping with sexual health challenges, including those related to urologic diseases and cancer.
Through a mix of practical guides, guest expert interviews, and patient-focused education, Albaugh aims to normalize sexual health as a critical component of overall well-being. Ultimately, Albaugh’s work underscores the importance of informed, destigmatized care and empowers individuals and clinicians alike to better understand and support sexual wellness.
