Best UMass Medical School Podcasts (2024)

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Chancellor Collins highlights UMass Chan's journey of growth, innovation 21:07

25d ago21:07

21:07

Chancellor Michael F. Collins kicked off a new Voices of UMass Chan podcast season by highlighting the growth and future of UMass Chan Medical School and how it is shaping the future of health care.By UMass Chan Medical School

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Episode 74: Project Horseshoe Farm with Founder, Dr. John Dorsey 43:55

2M ago43:55

43:55

In this episode, we take you to Greensboro, Alabama, home of the Horseshoe Farm Community Health Project. Imagine the peaceful charm of rural Alabama as we explore how this incredible initiative, which also serves as a gap year option for premedical students, provides mentorship, healthcare support, and a strong sense of belonging to the underserve…

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Episode 73: Special Medical Masters Program of Brown University Alpert Medical School 50:23

2M ago50:23

50:23

In this episode, we're exploring gap year options with a focus on the Master of Science in Medical Sciences at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. I chat with Dr. Deborah Gutman, Director of Pre-health Advising at for the program, about the differences between post-bac and masters programs and how they impact GPA calculations for …

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Episode 72: Updates & Applicant Tips with Christian Essman 12:45

3M ago12:45

12:45

It's been awhile! In this episode, Christian Essman brings you the latest updates and some tips for those currently navigating the application process. If you find this podcast to be a helpful resource, RATE, REVIEW, & SUBSCRIBE please! It helps others find it! Send me your recommendations for future medical schools that you'd like to hear featured…

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WHO Director-General delivers keynote address at new building ribbon cutting ceremony 13:33

4M ago13:33

13:33

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, PhD, director general of the World Health Organization, delivered the keynote address and received an honorary degree when UMass Chan Medical School celebrated the opening of the new education and research building. Listen to his speech.By UMass Chan Medical School

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Gov. Healey delivered UMass Chan's 51st Commencement address 17:20

4M ago17:20

17:20

Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey delivered the Commencement address at UMass Chan Medical School on June 2. She celebrated the Classes of 2024 from the Tan Chingfen Graduate School of Nursing, the Morningside Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences and the T.H. Chan School of Medicine. Gov. Healey was presented with a Chancellor’s Medal prior to her …

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Cherise Hamblin: A voice for Black maternal health equity 17:44

6M ago17:44

17:44

In the latest episode of Voices of UMass Chan, Cherise Hamblin, MD, delves into the critical topic of black maternal health and the significance of Black Maternal Health Week at UMass Chan Medical School.For a full list of events with registration information, head to the following link: https://www.umassmed.edu/news/news-archives/2024/03/black-mat…

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Bridging the gap in opioid use disorder treatment 19:46

7M ago19:46

19:46

Margret Chang, MD, assistant professor of medicine and pediatrics and director of resident addiction curriculum in the Internal Medicine Residency Program at UMass Chan Medical School, and her team at Tri-River Family Health Center in Uxbridge have developed an addiction treatment program in the primary care setting. In a new Voices of UMass Chan p…

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Understanding the connection between the gut microbiome and Alzheimer’s 19:09

8M ago19:09

19:09

In a new Voices of UMass Chan podcast, John P. Haran, MD’07, PhD’18, and Ethan Loew, MD/PhD student, shed light on their ongoing research to better understand the connection between the gut microbiome and cognitive health, particularly how it impacts older people. For more information on the study, go to: https://www.umassmed.edu/haranresearchgroup…

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Episode 71: University of Michigan Medical School Updates 45:45

8M ago45:45

45:45

In this enlightening episode, I sit down with the recently appointed, dynamic Assistant Dean for Admissions at the University of Michigan Medical School, Dr. Deborah Berman. Dr. Berman offers an in-depth look into the significant curricular updates, wellness initiatives, and the evolving admissions landscape at one of the premier medical schools in…

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Marcus Ruscetti shares his research journey in cancer biology 16:32

8M ago16:32

16:32

In a new Voices of UMass Chan podcast, Marcus Ruscetti, PhD, assistant professor of molecular, cell & cancer biology, shares his journey into the field of science. Dr. Ruscetti’s parents, Frank and Sandy Ruscetti, are retired scientists from the National Cancer Institute, and he said he initially tried not to follow in their footsteps. Learn more a…

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Episode 70: AAMC Prospective Applicant Resources 53:31

9M ago53:31

53:31

Welcome to this special episode where we delve into the treasure trove of resources available for prospective medical school applicants. Today, we're joined by Tami Levin, MA, the Director of Premed and Applicant Resources at the AAMC, and Laura Fletcher, PhD, a senior research analyst in the Admissions & Selection Research and Development team at …

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New center focused on accelerating suicide prevention 29:20

10M ago29:20

29:20

The Center for Accelerating Practices to End Suicide through Technology Translation (CAPES) at UMass Chan is focused on figuring out how to accelerate best practices into clinical care across a range of health care settings. Learn more at umassmed.edu/newsBy UMass Chan Medical School

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UMass Chan offers accelerated three-year MD program 18:43

11M ago18:43

18:43

In a new Voices of UMass Chan podcast episode, learn about the new accelerated three-year MD Program at UMass Chan Medical School.Medical students interested in enrolling in the program can find out more info at: https://www.umassmed.edu/som/academics/aMD-AcceleratedMD/By UMass Chan Medical School

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Palliative expert Sunita Puri explores the ‘hidden harms’ of CPR 22:42

11M ago22:42

22:42

Palliative care expert Sunita Puri, MD, associate professor of medicine, delves into the complexities surrounding cardiopulmonary resuscitation, or CPR. Drawing from her extensive experience in the field of palliative care, Dr. Puri sheds light on the hidden harms of CPR and challenges prevailing beliefs.Read about her recent article in The New Yor…

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UMass Chan experts discuss benefits, concerns of AI in health care 30:38

12M ago30:38

30:38

David McManus, MD’02, MSc and Neil Marya, MD’12, discuss how artificial intelligence will impact the field of medicine and research.By UMass Chan Medical School

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Episode 69: Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine 1:18:25

12M ago1:18:25

1:18:25

Dr. Roopal Kundu, Associate Dean for Admissions, highlights the unique curricular features and educational philosophy at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, shedding light on their innovative approaches to medical education. From fostering curiosity and inquiry to promoting equity through group and problem-based learning, Dr. Kundu…

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Valuable insight from the HPV and COVID-19 vaccine rollouts 20:07

1y ago20:07

20:07

In a new Voices of UMass Chan podcast episode, Grace Ryan, PhD, assistant professor of population & quantitative health sciences, discusses her research into vaccine hesitancy, particularly the parallels between the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and COVID-19 vaccines rollout.By UMass Chan Medical School

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Chancellor Collins looks ahead to a vibrant year at UMass Chan 21:02

1y ago21:02

21:02

Chancellor Michael F. Collins kicked off the first episode of a new Voices of UMass Chan podcast season days after he welcomed UMass Chan Medical School’s largest medical school class in history. In the podcast, Collins sheds light on UMass Chan’s milestones and its pursuit of excellence as the community advances together.…

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Katie Couric to UMass Chan 2023 grads: 'You are my heroes' 20:14

1+ y ago20:14

20:14

Katie Couric, former host of NBC’s Today show and anchor of CBS Evening News, and co-founder of cancer research charity Stand Up To Cancer, was presented with an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree and delivered the Commencement address for the 50th Commencement at UMass Chan Medical School.Watch the full UMass Chan Commencement on YouTube: ht…

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Bonus Episode: Listener Event Announcement! 3:28

1+ y ago3:28

3:28

Join us for an exclusive Zoom event featuring Christian Essman, the host of "All Access: Med School Admissions." Are you an aspiring medical student with burning questions about the admissions process? Look no further! This is your chance to spend an engaging evening with Christian Essman and have all your inquiries answered. During this virtual ga…

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Episode 67: UMass Chan Medical School 1:19:17

1+ y ago1:19:17

1:19:17

I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Tracy Kedian, the Associate Dean for Admissions, at the UMass Chan Medical School in Worcester, MA. Dr. Kedian sheds light on the unique aspects of UMass Chan's curriculum, known as VISTA. This innovative curriculum fosters curiosity, inquiry, and equity through group and problem-based learning, along with ex…

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UMass Chan experts discuss gut microbiome’s role in health 22:57

1+ y ago22:57

22:57

In a new Voices of UMass Chan podcast, Ana Maldonado-Contreras, PhD, and Heidi Leftwich, DO, discuss their research on the role the gut microbiome plays in our overall health.By UMass Chan Medical School

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UMass Chan to host Multicultural Women’s Health Summit 15:15

1+ y ago15:15

15:15

On June 17, UMass Chan Medical School and Central Mass Links are inviting the local community to participate in the Multicultural Women’s Health Summit, a free family wellness event, on Saturday, June 17, at UMass Chan in Worcester. The mission of the summit is for community members to learn about a wide range of health topics, including preventive…

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Abandoned at birth, medical student fights for reproductive justice 9:51

1+ y ago9:51

9:51

Dropped on a doorstep as a baby, second-year medical student Jennifer Marino promotes reproductive rights and food security. Read about her story on UMass Chan News: umassmed.edu/newsBy UMass Chan Medical School

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Program addresses socioeconomic disparities in childhood asthma, improves care 19:01

1+ y ago19:01

19:01

The burden of asthma falls disproportionately among people from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds and communities of color. Children are at risk for higher asthma rates, deaths and hospitalizations due to poor use of effective treatments. In the podcast, Michelle Trivedi, MD, MPH, associate professor of pediatrics, pediatric pulmonologist…

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UMass Chan expert explains what you need to know about lupus 25:37

1+ y ago25:37

25:37

Lupus is an auto-immune disease that affects millions around the world. It's most common in women and causes a person's immune to attack itself resulting in pain throughout the body. Because the illness often looks different in every patient, it can go undetected for years. Roberto Caricchio, MD, the Myles J. McDonough Chair of Rheumatology, profes…

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UMass Chan & Lahey Hospital & Medical Center to establish regional medical campus 14:21

1+ y ago14:21

14:21

UMass Chan Medical School and Lahey Hospital & Medical Center (Lahey), part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, have received approval from the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) to establish a new regional medical school campus in Burlington. LCME is the accrediting body for medical schools in the United States and Canada.   The UMass Chan-Lah…

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Episode 66: U. of Texas - San Antonio Long School of Medicine 1:19:33

1+ y ago1:19:33

1:19:33

Dr. Judianne Kellaway, the Associate Dean for Admissions & Outreach, at the Joe R. & Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine at University of Texas Health San Antonio joins me for a entertaining and wonderfully informative conversation. Dr. Kellaway takes us through the highlights and unique aspects of their CIRCLE curriculum including, professional …

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MD/MBA student raises awareness of type 1 diabetes through personal experience 13:57

1+ y ago13:57

13:57

MD/MBA student Emilee Herringshaw is focused on projects that support patient-driven solutions. The aspiring dermatologist shares stories of her life living with diabetes on her blog. Learn more about the MBA dual-degree program in a Voices of UMass podcast episode: https://soundcloud.com/umasschan/mba-podcast-3?in=umasschan/sets/season-4-voices-of…

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