Best Sarah Desai Podcasts (2024)

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Pathologists Are the Most Important Doctor You’ll Never Meet: Dr. Jennifer Hunt, Interim Dean at the University of Florida College of Medicine 34:54

4h ago34:54

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“When I make a diagnosis of cancer, that's changing the landscape of that patient's life forever. Their trajectory is being set by the words I write down on my report. So, that’s why I say pathologists are the most important doctors you’ll never meet,” explains Dr. Jennifer Hunt, interim dean at the University of Florida College of Medicine. As she…

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Innovative Models for Bringing Care to the Home and Community: Dr. Sarah Szanton, Dean of the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing 28:14

9d ago28:14

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“Nurses have a lot of answers. We're problem solvers. We're innovators,” says Dr. Sarah Szanton, who is a case in point for using her experience doing home visits as a nurse practitioner to help pioneer an innovative model of elder care called CAPABLE. It’s a four-month long program in which a nurse, occupational therapist and handy worker address …

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29. Lead Stoked: An Update with Dr. Stephanie M. Kirkland on Identity Strengths in Team Dynamics and Leadership 52:34

8h ago52:34

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Today we have a truly enlightening conversation with the incredible Dr. Stephanie Kirkland, who joins us for a second time to talk leadership and team dynamics. In this episode, Dr. Stephanie takes us deep into the power of language and understanding in fostering team dynamics. We explore how respecting and leveraging different communication styles…

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28. We Are Not Failing...We Are Growing! 20:51

5d ago20:51

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Hello, everyone! Welcome to another episode of the Live Stoked, Lead Stoked podcast. Today’s episode is all about recognizing and celebrating our growth, even through the tough times. It’s been a journey since our last chat, and I'm thrilled to share some exciting updates with you. I dive deep into the challenges and breakthroughs of the past month…

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How Endurance Sports Inform My Approach to Medical Training: Dr. Estello Hill, Gastroenterology Fellow at the University of British Columbia 49:58

17d ago49:58

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You might think training for and completing ultramarathons while managing the long hours and other demands of a medical residency would be too much to handle, but in the case of Dr. Estello Hill, athletics have fueled his success on the job. “It's really taught me what I'm capable of, how I can push myself and when I should dial back. I think it's …

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Reflections At the Dawn Of A Physician’s Career: Dr. Brian Le, Urgent Care Physician and Osmosis Consultant 22:18

12d ago22:18

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For our NextGen Journeys series, host Hillary Acer sat down with Dr. Brian Le at a major moment of transition as he was just finishing up his residency in family medicine at Adventist Health in Glendale, California. As he embarks on his next chapter, Dr. Le reflects on the highlights of his medical education journey and takes stock of the key lesso…

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27. From Head to Heart: Coaching and Personal Growth Insights with Lisa Dare 42:38

12d ago42:38

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Today we are joined by Lisa Dare. In this episode, we delve deep into the hunger for personal growth, balancing head and heart development, and the evolving acceptance of coaching cultures. Lisa shares her heartfelt experiences navigating relationships, from caring for a parent with Alzheimer's to resolving unfinished emotional business with loved …

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Understanding the Promise and Limitations of AI in Healthcare Delivery: Dr. Bradley Max Segal, Department of Health, South Africa 34:43

13d ago34:43

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In this installment of in our Next Gen Journeys series featuring conversations with learners and early career practitioners in medical professions around the globe, we introduce you to Dr. Bradley Max Segal, a physician in the Department of Health, South Africa with a self-described passion for technology and innovation. Although he’s only a few ye…

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A Look at Medical Education in Northern Europe: Dr. Povilas Ignatavicius, Vice Dean at Lithuanian University of Health Sciences 25:05

19d ago25:05

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Today on Raise the Line, we make a stop in Northern Europe on our ongoing tour of medical education around the globe and bring you the perspective of Dr. Povilas Ignatavicius, a hepato-pancreato-biliary and liver transplant surgeon and vice dean at Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, which is the largest institution of higher education for bi…

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26. From Bankruptcy to Empowerment: Wendy Petties' Path to Financial and Personal Fulfillment 54:10

27d ago54:10

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Meet Wendy Petties, also known as the Relationships Whisperer, a dynamic Psychologist, MBA, and Sex Educator who uses this eclectic trio of skills to guide women toward financial empowerment and personal fulfillment. Wendy's story is a testament to resilience. From filing bankruptcy to achieving millionaire status in record time, she's transformed …

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The Role of Social Prescribing in Treatment of Chronic Illness: Special Series from The Cohen Center for Recovery from Complex Chronic Illnesses at Mount Sinai 41:15

1M ago41:15

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Last year’s declaration by the U.S Surgeon General that loneliness and isolation are a public health crisis was based on research showing that they have a negative impact on mental health, blood pressure, cognitive performance and, most relevant to our discussion today on Raise the Line, immune system function. That’s why it’s important for people …

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Balancing Work and Wellbeing as a Resident: Dr. Kyle Dymanus, Urology Resident at Rush University Medical Center 38:06

26d ago38:06

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Medical school and residency are daunting enough without dealing with a chronic illness on top of it, but that has been the reality for our guest today, Dr. Kyle Dymanus. In this candid interview with Raise the Line host Hillary Acer, Dymanus shares a wealth of wisdom about balancing studies, work and wellbeing gained during her years as a med stud…

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25. Cultivating Emotional Intelligence for Personal and Professional Success with Nicole Smith 57:12

1M ago57:12

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Today, I’m thrilled to have Nicole Smith join us to delve into the depths of emotional intelligence and its profound impact on our lives, relationships, and leadership. Nicole, a seasoned expert in emotional brilliance, runs a successful leadership development and coaching practice. Together, we explore the importance of empathy, understanding dive…

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Guidance for Treating Children with Post-Acute Infection Syndromes: Special Series from The Cohen Center for Recovery from Complex Chronic Illnesses at Mount Sinai 44:24

1M ago44:24

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Having a child with a complex illness can be especially challenging for parents because of differing opinions among providers about causes, symptoms and treatments for disorders such as long COVID and chronic Lyme. “A common theme I would hear from parents is that they really had to push their providers to consider Lyme. Sometimes they even had to …

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Episode 2407: David Coffey and Kathryn Coffey - Designing Math Adventures 30:27

1M ago30:27

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Dave Coffey and Kathy Coffey from Grand Valley State University discuss their new book, Designing Math Adventures: Using Design Thinking to Support the Teaching and Learning of K-8 Mathematics, available through Amazon. Book URL: https://www.amazon.com/Designing-Math-Adventures-Thinking-Mathematics/dp/B0D36HKT3X/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_2 Dave's Delta Scape …

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24. From Derivatives to Craft Beer: Ruchi Desai on Building a Purpose-Driven Career 37:14

1M ago37:14

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From her start as a derivatives trader during the 2008 economic meltdown to becoming a lawyer, and now diving into the world of startups, Ruchi Desai's career is defined by a passion for building things that make a tangible impact. She talks about the importance of maintaining humility, asking questions, and the thrill of exploring complex models a…

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Why Treating Complex Illness is Like Rock Climbing: Special Series from The Cohen Center for Recovery from Complex Chronic Illnesses at Mount Sinai 44:06

2M ago44:06

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“Helping patients with complex illnesses is a lot like rock climbing. You're looking for toe holds and finger grips that you can use to get from where you are to where this patient wants to be,” says Dr. Leo Galland, an internist and author who specializes in undiagnosed or difficult to treat illnesses. His fellow guest on this episode of Raise the…

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23. Staying Stoked Through Tough Times 24:25

1M ago24:25

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Today’s episode delves into a deeply personal and emotional experience that might be triggering for some listeners—grief. Following the recent loss of my beloved cat, I found myself questioning many aspects of my stoked life, and today, I want to share that journey with you. How we can stay stoked through tough times. We often explore themes of liv…

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The Role of Physical Therapy in Post Acute Infection Syndromes: Special Series from The Cohen Center for Recovery from Complex Chronic Illnesses at Mount Sinai 55:59

2M ago55:59

55:59

One key theme in this episode of Raise the Line is that attention to details matters for both patients with post-acute infection syndromes and the clinicians helping them as they grapple with often debilitating symptoms caused by dysautonomia, cardiac complications and other disorders. For patients, it’s about paying close attention to their bodies…

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Episode 2406: Travis Weiland - statistics education research and teacher preparation 36:04

2M ago36:04

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Travis Weiland from the University of Houston (but soon to be at UNC-Charlotte) discusses the chapter "Preparing teachers of statistics: A critical read of standards, review of past research, and future directions" published in The AMTE Handbook of Mathematics Teacher Education (Vol. 5), with chapter co-authors Chris Engledowl and Susan Cannon. Boo…

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Voice As a Vital Sign: Caitlyn Brooksby, Vice President of Marketing and Strategic Partnership at Canary Speech 19:35

2M ago19:35

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We continue our Year of the Zebra focus on rare diseases today by exploring the ability of AI technology to aid in the diagnosis of rare and other conditions by analyzing the voice and speech of the patient. This approach is promising enough that the National Institutes of Health has invested in research projects to test its effectiveness, and the …

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Never Contemplated with Renée E. Thompson Chair-Elect of The Florida Bar’s Solo & Small Firm Section 33:03

2M ago33:03

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Enjoy this interactive session as our host, Judge Hetal Desai talks with Renée E. Thompson Chair of The Florida Bar’s Solo & Small Firm Section as they discuss the many benefits of section membership. CLE #8573 .5 Professionalism and General Credit.By The Florida Bar

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Unraveling the Mysteries of Post-Exertional Malaise: Special Series from The Cohen Center for Recovery from Complex Chronic Illnesses at Mount Sinai 51:22

2M ago51:22

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Exercise is good for you, except in very specific cases when it isn’t. One of the few examples, post-exertional malaise (PEM), is the subject of today’s Raise the Line episode in our series on post-acute infection syndromes produced in collaboration with the Cohen Center for Recovery from Complex Chronic Illnesses at Mt. Sinai. “The key to understa…

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22. Intentional Living: Little Things Add Up 18:43

2M ago18:43

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In today's episode, I delve into the profound yet often overlooked aspects of living intentionally. Sparked by a poignant story about a man's last words, "it goes fast," I want to reflect on the fleeting nature of time and the importance of cherishing every moment. Drawing from my recent trip to Montana with a lifelong friend and her mother, I expl…

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Neuropsychiatric Impacts in Post-Acute Infection Syndromes: Special Series from The Cohen Center for Recovery from Complex Chronic Illnesses at Mount Sinai 50:05

2M ago50:05

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It’s hard for many to believe a tick bite or case of COVID can lead to severe mental illness, but we’ll be hearing from someone on this episode of Raise the Line who lived through just that experience. Dr. Raven Baxter also happens to be the host of this special series on post-acute infection syndromes produced in collaboration with the Cohen Cente…

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Education As An Art: Alex Kendall, Program Director of the Emory University School of Medicine's Physician Assistant Program 41:07

2M ago41:07

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“I think education is very much of an artistic process. I love to think of this as kind of being in a museum. It's about curation of an experience,” says Alex Kendall who oversees the physician assistant training program at Emory University. As he takes on the role of director, Kendall’s background in art and anthropology give him an interesting pe…

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Episode 2405: Practice-Driven Professional Development Project - Incremental PD 34:59

2M ago34:59

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Zandra de Araujo (University of Florida), Amber Candela (University of Missouri, St Louis), and Paul Wonsavage (University of Florida) join Sam Otten (University of Missouri, Columbia) to discuss their NSF-funded project entitled Practice-Driven Professional Development (PDPD). They share thoughts on why they are pursuing an incremental approach ra…

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21. Crafting Handmade Teardrop Trailers with Matt Bettman and Matt Shivers 57:16

2M ago57:16

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I'm terribly excited about the guests we have today. I have my brother, Matt Bettman, and my husband, Matt Shivers. They are the founders and builders of All Good Equipment trailers. This also happens to be my side hustle because it is a family business. This episode is all about the path we take in our lives, and the ‘lily pads’ we jump to get whe…

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The Role of Clotting in Long COVID: Special Series from The Cohen Center for Recovery from Complex Chronic Illnesses at Mount Sinai 41:00

2M ago41:00

41:00

Why do patients with long COVID have such a wide array of symptoms affecting so many bodily systems? That bedeviling question is the focus of this episode of Raise the Line featuring Dr. Resia Pretorius, head of the Department of Physiological Sciences at Stellenbosch University in South Africa and a renowned researcher in coagulation. “The underly…

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DEI Revisit with Ahli Moore 53:19

3M ago53:19

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In this episode we brought Ahli Moore back to discuss the resurgence of DEI in the news. There have been numerous academic institutions and companies that are moving away from DEI initiatives, and we wanted to talk thought the reasoning behind this shift and discuss why DEI is still integral to running a successful business.…

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Clinical Manifestations in Post Acute Infection Syndromes: Special Series from The Cohen Center for Recovery from Complex Chronic Illnesses at Mount Sinai 51:05

2M ago51:05

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In a word cloud generated from this episode of Raise the Line, ‘communication’ would dominate: communication between the immune system, nervous system and connective tissue; communication between patients and providers; and communication among providers to solve challenging diagnostic puzzles. As our special series on post-acute infection syndromes…

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20. Sarah's Random Thoughts 22:50

2M ago22:50

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Today we're diving into a variety of deep and personal topics that I've been exploring recently. This episode, I'm riffing off-the-cuff on several thoughts that span from the impact of hormonal changes on relationships and the often-overlooked nuances of menopause, to how we navigate change, both in our personal lives and within organizational stru…

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Next Gen Journeys Series: Dr. Brian Ogendi, Resident Physician at UVA Health 34:28

2M ago34:28

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If we didn’t know Dr. Brian Ogendi, we might be concerned about someone being able to pull off a residency and two fellowships while being a father of two young boys, but we do know Brian through his work with our Osmosis Medical Education Fellows (OMEF) program in which he played a major role while earning both his MD and MBA degrees. In other wor…

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19. Stop Being Indispensable 16:42

3M ago16:42

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When we hear that it would be hard for us to be replaced, oftentimes we take it as a compliment. Yes it feels good to know that we are able to contribute, but have you ever paused to think about whether or not you are so indispensable that your management won’t give you up? Or that you are viewed as someone different in your role, and are unable to…

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Diagnosing Post-Acute Infection Syndromes: Special Series from The Cohen Center for Recovery from Complex Chronic Illnesses at Mount Sinai 58:12

3M ago58:12

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Diagnosing Post-Acute Infection Syndromes: Special Series from The Cohen Center for Recovery from Complex Chronic Illnesses at Mount Sinai “Tick-borne illnesses are incredibly stealthy and complicated and if I wasn't living and breathing it every day and seeing the intensity of these symptoms in patients, I would never believe it,” says Shannon Del…

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Looking Abroad for Solutions to the Nursing Shortage in the US: Bhavdeep Singh, Founder and CEO of Global MedTeam 36:36

3M ago36:36

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Today, we add another voice to our ongoing conversation on Raise the Line about how to improve the nurse staffing crisis faced by the US healthcare system. That voice belongs to Bhavdeep Singh, founder and CEO of Global MedTeam, a startup focused on bringing foreign-born nurses to the US to fill staff shortages. When Singh, who has deep experience …

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18. Becoming More of Me 20:25

3M ago20:25

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I’m back with some of my deep thoughts. As I reflect from the serene Northern California coast, I'm excited to share my journey towards embracing and becoming more of my true self. In this episode, we'll explore my experiences with endurance challenges like the 29029 Everesting event at Whistler, the highs and lows of my athletic pursuits, and the …

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The Building Blocks of Post-Acute Infection Syndromes: Special Series from The Cohen Center for Recovery from Complex Chronic Illnesses at Mount Sinai 51:10

3M ago51:10

51:10

Today, we’re excited to bring you the first episode in a special Raise the Line series that Osmosis from Elsevier has created in partnership with the Cohen Center for Recovery from Complex Chronic Illnesses (CoRE) at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital. PAIS: Root Causes, Drivers, and Actionable Solutions is a ten-part examination …

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Growing the Workforce for Psychedelic Assisted Therapy: Dr. Ingmar Gorman & Dr. Elizabeth Nielson, Co-Founders of Fluence Training 42:21

3M ago42:21

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For those proponents of psychedelic-assisted therapy concerned that demand for therapists will outstrip supply in the coming years, you may be reassured by today’s conversation with Dr. Ingmar Gorman and Dr. Elizabeth Nielson, psychologists who have been involved in FDA-approved clinical trials of MDMA and psilocybin, and the co-founders of a compa…

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17. The Fire Inside Her: From Firefighter to Coach with Diane Schroeder 42:40

3M ago42:40

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Welcome to another inspiring episode of Live Stoked Lead Stoked. Today we’re diving deep into a story of transformation and resilience with our incredible guest, Diane Schroeder. From battalion chief to harnessing the power of personal coaching, Diane opens up about her journey of living authentically and aligning with her core values of joy, conne…

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Scalable Education for Cancer Patients and Their Loved Ones: Dr. David Grew, Founder and CEO of PRIMR 27:09

3M ago27:09

27:09

Part of why we love bringing Raise the Line to you is we get to introduce you to creative, committed people who see challenges in the healthcare system as opportunities to improve it. Today’s guest, radiation oncologist Dr. David Grew, is a perfect example. In the depths of COVID when his patients had to meet with him unaccompanied by a support per…

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Burnout with Lisa Desai 54:54

3M ago54:54

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In this episode we discuss burnout, what it is and how we can be on the watch for it’s symptoms. Burnout goes beyond just being tired at work, so listen in and learn what to watch out for both in your teams and in yourself.By Lumious

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“Less Fear, More Go For It”: Dr. Desiree Franco Lugo, Regional Lead in the Osmosis Medical Education Fellowship 25:51

4M ago25:51

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“Maybe we think we’re just students and we’re just learning, but you can have an impact as a medical student,” says Dr. Desiree Franco Lugo, who has acted on that insight throughout her recently completed journey at Anáhuac University, Mexico and during her participation in the Osmosis Medical Education Fellowship, where she has served as a Regiona…

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16. Using Magic to Challenge Assumptions with Dan Trommater 55:36

3M ago55:36

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Welcome to another episode of "Live Stoked Lead Stoked!" Join us as we welcome Dan Trommater, a magician and transformational speaker who uses magic to shift perspectives and challenge assumptions. Today, Dan shares his journey from a Michigan farm to mastering magic in Los Angeles, shedding light on how magic has not only entertained but also help…

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Bringing Innovation and Hope to Alzheimer's and Dementia Care: Eleonora Tornatore-Mikesh, Stephani Shivers and Dr. Anne Kenney of CaringKind 44:58

4M ago44:58

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Promising research, a growing respect for the patient voice and innovative ways of using technology to support patients might be adding up to a new reality of Alzheimer’s and other dementias being experienced as chronic diseases like some cancers are now considered to be. We’re going to learn about that trend and other positive developments in the …

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A Revolutionary Moment in Transplant Surgery: Dr. Andrew Cameron, Surgeon-in-Chief of Johns Hopkins Medicine 42:45

3M ago42:45

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“There is a revolution at hand in which, after years of struggling to locate a new source of organs, there may finally be an answer and to everyone's surprise it is animal organs. Pigs may save the day,” says Dr. Andrew Cameron, chief of the Division of Transplantation at Johns Hopkins Medicine. While he’s encouraged by recent progress in using gen…

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A Mother’s Perspective on Childhood Cancer: Bethan Keall 20:37

4M ago20:37

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Today’s Raise the Line guest has a simple but powerful message for medical providers, born of a mother’s heartbreak. “It's going to be rare in your career to meet a zebra but the impact you can have is phenomenal. An early diagnosis could make the difference between life and death for these children,” says Bethan Keall who lost her young daughter M…

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15. Cracked Open: Leaving Toxic Systems and Finding Yourself with Michelle Moffitt 38:03

4M ago38:03

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In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with my guest, Michelle Moffitt, to have a profound conversation about breaking free from toxic systems and embracing authentic living. Michelle divulges her personal struggle of shedding the constraining layers imprinted by over two decades in a repressive church environment and the subsequent revelation of he…

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The Many Paths to Excellence in Emergency Medicine: Dr. Sharon Bord and Dr. Amelia Pousson, Emergency Medicine Clerkship Leaders at Johns Hopkins University 47:46

4M ago47:46

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Today, we're continuing our close look at clerkships and residency programs and what students can do to be successful in them with Dr. Sharon Bord and Dr. Amelia Pousson, who are both physicians and assistant professors in emergency medicine at Johns Hopkins University, where, as most listeners know, Osmosis co-founder and Raise the Line host Shiv …

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14. Navigating Change and Transition 21:50

4M ago21:50

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In this episode, we're talking about the often overlooked difference between change and transition. We're drawing on the wisdom of William Bridges, whose work has been a guiding light for over a decade, especially during times of organizational upheaval like acquisition or restructuring, and equally relevant in our personal lives. As we navigate th…

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