Best University Of Maryland School Of Medicine Podcasts (2024)

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The Knipp Legacy: Celebrating Five Generations of UMB Graduates 43:54

5h ago43:54

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of “The UMB Pulse” podcast, we welcome Harry Knipp, MD '76, FACR, a distinguished alumnus of the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB). A 1976 graduate of the University of Maryland School of Medicine, Knipp represents the fourth in a line of five consecutive generations of UMB graduates, starting with his …

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Episode 114: Step 1 P/F, Residency Applications, & More with Dr. John Allen 24:21

4h ago24:21

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The UMSLE Step 1 exam going pass/fail in 2022 has been a huge change in medical education. In this episode, the OSA's Dr. John Allen talks through how the change has impacted our students at the UMSOM, the OSA's approach to residency and career advising, Step 2 CK prep, and the residency application process in general. This conversation is filled w…

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Episode 113: Caring for the Formerly Incarcerated Patient, with Dr. Evan Ashkin 34:00

9d ago34:00

34:00

Nearly ten million Americans are currently incarcerated, on parole or probation. This population has specific health care needs, especially those who were formerly incarcerated. Today, we bring you a very special conversation featuring two UMSOM alums, Dr. Michael Baca-Atlas and Dr. Matt Zeitler, as they interview their UNC Family Medicine mentor, …

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Graduation 2024: Keynote Remarks and Celebrations from UMB 49:44

2M ago49:44

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Send us a Text Message. This graduation wrap-up special edition of "The UMB Pulse Podcast" features inspiring commencement speeches from the University of Maryland, Baltimore's recent graduation ceremonies. Notable speakers include U.S. District Judge Brendan Hurson, JD '05 (4:03), United Therapeutics CEO Martine Rothblatt, PhD, JD, MBA (22:12), an…

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Episode 112: Charm City Checkup with Dr. Caroline Knoop 23:35

2M ago23:35

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Graduating Pediatrics resident Dr. Caroline Knoop had an innovative idea for her scholarly project in residency: create a podcast about social justice issues in Baltimore for Pediatrics residents, by a Pediatrics resident. And so, Charm City Checkup was born. Listen in as Dr. Knoop shares how she got the brand new podcast off the ground, the lesson…

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From Pharmacy School to Shark Tank: The Birth of Pricklee Cactus Water 32:05

3M ago32:05

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Send us a Text Message. This episode of the UMB Pulse podcast features an inspiring interview with Kun Yang, PharmD '15, a University of Maryland School of Pharmacy alumnus who co-founded Pricklee, a company that produces cactus water. Kun's journey took him from growing up in Canada to attending pharmacy school in Maryland, where the idea for Pric…

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Episode 111: Top 10 OME Myths with Dr. Joe Martinez 22:25

3M ago22:25

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There are a lot of myths floating around when it comes to the Office of Medical Education (OME) and the Office of Student Affairs (OSA). Myths like, if a student visits these offices, it will show up in their residency application, or visiting the student counseling center will make its way back to the med school deans. False and false! In this epi…

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Episode 110: The Peer Support Network with M3s Nicol Tugarinov and Alanna Stefano 20:44

4M ago20:44

20:44

What do you do if you need help with something in medical school, or you have a question about life in Baltimore, and you don't quite feel like asking a faculty member? That's what the Peer Support Network is for. Two almost-fourth-year students, Alanna Stefano and Nicol Tugarinov, share everything you need to know about the Peer Support Network - …

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Innovating Medicine: The Journey Toward Artificial Blood 41:07

4M ago41:07

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Send us a Text Message. This episode of “The UMB Pulse” podcast features Allan Doctor, MD, a professor at the University of Maryland School of Medicine who was the University of Maryland, Baltimore’s (UMB) David J. Ramsay Entrepreneur of the Year in 2022. Doctor also is the co-founder and chief scientific officer at KaloCyte, a company focused on d…

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Episode 10 - Admissions, DEI and Español Médico: A Conversation with Dr. Sandra Quezada (University of Maryland School of Medicine) 42:52

4M ago42:52

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NAMS allows its members to learn about the many ways in which Medical Spanish can be incorporated in the different facets of Medical Education, and our community also provides insight into the needs of this language in Medical School Admissions and DEI initiatives. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Sandra Quezada, the Associate Dean of Admissio…

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Episode 109: UMSOM History, Larry Pitrof, and the Medical Alumni Association 31:16

5M ago31:16

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Match Day is coming up soon, and each year, the Match Day celebration at our medical school is sponsored by the Medical Alumni Association. This organization - much like the School of Medicine - has been around since the 1800s. Its office is located in Davidge Hall, the oldest medical education building in the United States in continuous use. And i…

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Bridging Gaps in Baltimore: The Embrace Initiative at UMB 36:31

5M ago36:31

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Send us a Text Message. Explore the transformative work happening at the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) through the lens of EMBRACE — a civic engagement initiative led by executive director Kyla Liggett-Creel, PhD, LCSW-C, who is also a clinical associate professor at the University of Maryland Graduate School. Liggett-Creel shares her ins…

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Episode 108: Step 1 Pass/Fail - Then and Now 25:15

5M ago25:15

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Four years ago, we learned that the USMLE Step 1 exam would become graded on a Pass/Fail basis, rather than each student receiving a 3-digit score. We covered this change in episode 54 of The OSA Insider, featuring an interview with national expert Dr. J. Bryan Carmody. This change went live in January 2022, and we can't help but wonder: where do t…

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Episode 9 - Rondo alla Emergencia: EM Grand Rounds en Español with Dr. James Moak 49:52

5M ago49:52

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Medical Spanish Education Initiatives come in all shapes and sizes, and offer a unique avenue for networking and collaboration both across and outside the United States. In our first episode of 2024, we chat with Dr. James Moak, an Associate Professor in the Departmet of Emergency Medicine at the University of Virginia, and the founder of the 'Span…

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Episode 107: Just Culture with Dr. Nidhi Goel 30:54

6M ago30:54

30:54

Think about the last time you made a mistake. Now, imagine this happened at work, with a patient, and that your clinical setting is a punitive place where people are shamed for their mistakes. Would you want to tell anyone about this error? What if, instead, you worked somewhere that embraced open conversation about errors, and looked without judgm…

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How UMSOD Is Expanding Oral Health Access and Promoting Preventive Care 40:20

7M ago40:20

40:20

Send us a Text Message. We are excited to welcome two distinguished guests from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry (UMSOD): Vineet Dhar, BDS, MDS, PhD, clinical professor, assistant dean of postgraduate and professional studies in dentistry, and chair of the Department of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, and Robert Windsor, DDS, FI…

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Episode 8 - Español Médico at Harvard Medical School 37:33

8M ago37:33

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Through NAMS, we’re very lucky that we have a chance to connect with and learn from many of the programs and initiatives from across the United States that already work to teach students and professionals alike about the importance of language concordant care. For our last episode of 2023, we interview Dr. Rose Molina and Dr. Silvana Bonilla to lea…

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Episode 106: Get to Know UMB President Bruce Jarrell, M.D. 27:38

8M ago27:38

27:38

As we close out 2023, we get to become acquainted with Dr. Bruce Jarrell, transplant surgeon and President of the University of Maryland, Baltimore. He taught our host Dr. Neda Frayha when she was a medical student, so this reunion conversation felt very special. We learn about his decision to pursue surgery as a career, his approach to leadership,…

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Exploring Maryland's New Generation of Farmers with ALEI 44:48

8M ago44:48

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of “The UMB Pulse” podcast, we are joined by Megan Todd, JD, managing director for the Agriculture Law Education Initiative (ALEI) at the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law, and Nia Nyamweya, founder and farm manager of Beauty Blooms Farm in Montgomery County. They discuss the new generat…

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Episode 105: A Gap Year Before Residency with MS4 Manaahil Rao 24:53

9M ago24:53

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We are continuing our series on fourth-year students pursuing creative, slightly nontraditional paths to achieving their long-term career goals, this time with MS4 Manaahil Rao. She will be taking a gap year in between med school and residency. What will she be doing? How does she hope this experience will help her as a physician? And will she real…

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Episode 7 - CAMPOS: Donde se cultiva la Concordancia Lingüística (Español Médico at UNC School of Medicine) 42:35

9M ago42:35

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At NAMS, we are very lucky that we’re able to interview and learn from many of the key individuals who have worked to formalize Medical Spanish educational programs in a number of iterations across the United States, and we are even luckier that many of them are willing to share their life stories and teaching philosophies with us. In this episode,…

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Breaking Barriers for a Healthier City: Spotlight on the West Baltimore RICH Collaborative 31:21

9M ago31:21

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we delve into the transformative work of the West Baltimore RICH Collaborative, a partnership of 15 community organizations dedicated to tackling hypertension, social determinants of health, and social isolation in four West Baltimore ZIP codes that show evidence of race-based disparities. Join us as alumna …

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Episode 104: All About Preventive Medicine 26:15

10M ago26:15

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Preventive Medicine is a fantastic field that can feel like a bit of a mystery. We don't always learn about it as a residency option, or know what a career in preventive medicine might look like. This episode will change all of that. In this conversation with preventive medicine physicians and leaders Dr. Marissa Khajavi and Dr. Cara Dooley, we'll …

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Episodio 6 - Cerrando la Brecha a través de Conexiones: Learning about the MOLA-NAMS 2023 Summit (Part 2) 27:40

10M ago27:40

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Part 2 of our special collaborative and inspirational conversation between the leadership of NAMS (National Association for Medical Spanish) and MOLA (the Medical Organization for Latino Advancement), two robust organizations that advocate for the professional and health equity advancement of the Latinx/Hispanic population. We had a chance to sit d…

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Fighting Fentanyl: Melanie Yates and the Josh Siems Act 32:56

10M ago32:56

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Send us a Text Message. We delve deep into the heart of the opioid crisis, focusing on the devastating impact of fentanyl. Our special guest, Melanie Yates, LMSW, a May 2023 graduate from the University of Maryland School of Social Work, shares her personal journey of loss and her relentless pursuit to make a difference. Melanie's efforts led to th…

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Episodio 5 - Cerrando la Brecha a través de Conexiones: Learning about the MOLA-NAMS 2023 Summit (Part 1) 29:58

11M ago29:58

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This special episode is a collaborative and inspirational conversation between the leadership of NAMS (National Association for Medical Spanish) and MOLA (the Medical Organization for Latino Advancement), two robust organizations that advocate for the professional and health equity advancement of the Latinx/Hispanic population. We had a chance to s…

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Episode 103: Gap Years with MS4 Kimia Abtahi 20:25

11M ago20:25

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Have you ever wondered about taking a gap year during medical school? There are so many factors that go into this decision. What you would do, what you hope to accomplish, how you make it all happen, and what it's like to join a whole new medical school class when your gap year is done. Fourth year medical student Kimia Abtahi wants to shine a ligh…

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Olympic Rugby Star & Maryland Carey Law Graduate: Carmen Farmer's Mission to Conserve Colorado Lands 33:26

11M ago33:26

33:26

Send us a Text Message. Discover the journey of Carmen Farmer, a standout University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law alumna and Team USA Rugby Olympian, who now champions land and water conservation in Colorado. In this episode of "The Pulse," recorded during the Podcast Movement Conference in Denver, Colorado, our co-hosts dive deep i…

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Episode 4 - Old Friends and New Journeys 48:06

12M ago48:06

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Even though many of our initiatives are only a few years old, we owe a lot to the student leaders who took it upon themselves to find a niche for student-led initiatives, projects, and tools when the NAMS was first established. In our fourth episode, we have the pleasure of chatting with la Dra. Michelle Disher and Dr. Alec Contag, the two founders…

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Episode 102: Global Health with MS2 Sarina Maini and Dr. Devang Patel 28:41

12M ago28:41

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In this special, student-led episode, MS2 Sarina Maini and Dr. Frayha speak with Dr. Devang Patel about the importance of global health, what a career in global health might look like, helpful resources and opportunities at UMB and the SOM, and the importance of entering clinical experiences around the world with an open mind and appreciation for l…

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How Breastfeeding Support for New Moms in Baltimore is Making For a Healthier Community 43:14

1y ago43:14

43:14

Send us a Text Message. Celebrate National Breastfeeding Month with an eye-opening conversation featuring B'More For Healthy Babies Director Stacey B. Stephens and lactation counselor Shasha Satchell! Discover how this collaborative program is revolutionizing the lives of new mothers, babies, and even fathers in Baltimore, transforming communities …

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Ep. 4- Sepsis and Septic Shock: Do I Have a Malpractice Case 47:22

1y ago47:22

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In this episode of The Injury Lawyer, Steve provides a comprehensive explanation of the four prerequisites for pursuing a medical malpractice case. He delves into a detailed description of sepsis and septic shock, elucidating the symptoms. Additionally, he cites case histories and offers insights into various causes of sepsis and essential precauti…

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Episode 101: From Adaptive to Maladaptive: When Good Habits Go Bad 10:46

1y ago10:46

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As we start a new academic year, Dr. Frayha has been reflecting on the habits that help us survive, and even thrive, in medical school and beyond. How many of these habits are adaptive at first, and then become maladaptive? Why don't we take stock of these habits more often, and assess whether a given behavior (perfectionism, people-pleasing, desir…

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How UMB Helps Student Entrepreneurs and the Baltimore Tech Scene 43:06

1y ago43:06

43:06

Send us a Text Message. The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) has several programs and opportunities to help student entrepreneurs go from idea to invention. The Graduate Research Innovation District (The Grid) is a one-stop-shop for anything related to entrepreneurial and innovation education and is located in the Health Sciences and Human S…

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Ep. 3 - Failure To Diagnose Blood Clots: Do I have a case for Medical Malpractice? 40:22

1y ago40:22

40:22

In the latest episode of The Injury Lawyer, Steve recounts a narrative involving an individual who visited an emergency room with symptoms related to blood clotting. Tragically, this individual was misdiagnosed, which led to devastating consequences. To safeguard yourself and your loved ones from a similar fate, Steve will outline the symptoms to w…

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Ep. 2 - Scalded by Hot Food/Drink: Do I have a Negligence case? 37:36

1y ago37:36

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I'm sure that all of you are familiar with the infamous lawsuit involving a woman who sued McDonald's after a hot cup of coffee was accidentally spilled on her. In today's discussion, we will delve into the topic of burns and examine the severity of burns that could lead to a negligence case. It's important to note that five specific criteria must …

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Ep. 1 - Placental Abruption: Do I Have a Medical Malpractice Case? 25:13

1y ago25:13

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We are introducing the inaugural episode of the Injury Lawyer Podcast, hosted by Steve Heisler. We aim to provide valuable insights and knowledge regarding negligence in various injury cases. In today's episode, Steve delves into placental abruption, explaining its definition, potential causes, and associated symptoms. This information holds signif…

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The Injury Lawyer Podcast 3:27

1y ago3:27

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Compassion . . . honesty . . . rationality . . . these are all qualities you want in a lawyer.Heck, they’re qualities you want in anyone you know or do business with. Welcome tothe Injury Lawyer Podcast. A podcast that discusses all types of injuries due to all typesof negligence. Join Attorney Steve Heisler, creator of the National AmputationAttor…

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Episodio 3 - Much Ado about POLOM 38:26

1y ago38:26

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NAMS aims to formalize a plethora of projects to measure Spanish-language concordant care initiatives, and we’re very lucky that so many of the members of the NAMS National Board are happy and excited to share their work! In our third episode, we chat with la Dra. Cristina Pérez-Cordón, a Language and Communications Specialist at the United Nations…

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Inspiring Words from UMB Commencement 38:21

1y ago38:21

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Send us a Text Message. Commencement is a time for celebration and inspiration for new graduates ready to change the world. In this episode, co-hosts Dana Rampolla and Charles Schelle share their personal favorite speeches from this year's University of Maryland, Baltimore graduation ceremonies. First is Congressman Jamie Raskin (D-Md.), who spoke …

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Episode 100: Two MS4s Reflect on Leadership Lessons 19:25

1y ago19:25

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Graduating medical students Grace Begnell and Nick Fioravante have learned a lot from their leadership experiences. And in this episode, being released just days before our SOM 4th years graduate, Nick and Grace share how they found their way to leadership roles, the best and hardest parts of being leaders, what has surprised them along the way, an…

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How UMB is Studying Artificial Intelligence's Potential in Health Care 55:26

1+ y ago55:26

55:26

Send us a Text Message. A new wave of generative artificial intelligence (AI) is proving to be a disruptor across industries. How can artificial intelligence and tools like Chat GPT improve health care? What are the pitfalls? The University of Maryland Medical Intelligent Imaging (UM2ii) Center is an academic research hub for revolutionizing medica…

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Navigating a Medical Cannabis Career Amid Recreational Legalization 49:46

1+ y ago49:46

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Send us a Text Message. As recreational marijuana is readied to be legalized in Maryland come July, there will still be a demand for medical cannabis. Catrena Almonte, MS ’21, is a graduate from the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy’s MS in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics program housed at the Universities at Shady Grove, and she …

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Episode 99: Tess Gillis Can Help 23:43

1+ y ago23:43

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Ms. Tess Gillis, Senior Academic Development Specialist at the SOM, is here to help you. She works with students across all four years of medical school on personal academic goals, learning differences, specific struggles, and even when things are going well. She is a wealth of information, a fountain of helpful resources, and a wonderful person. I…

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Episodio 2 - Student Spotlight #1: MSU CHM Student-led Medical Spanish Elective 27:40

1+ y ago27:40

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It's always a pleasure to chat with students and future medical professionals who are doing amazing things, asi que sean ustedes bienvenidos al nuestro primer 'Student Spotlight'! In our second episode, we chat with Aldana Garcia and Enrique Cazares, current students at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine (MSU CHM), who designed and…

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Episodio 1 - Interview with la Dra. Pilar Ortega 29:51

1+ y ago29:51

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¡Nuestro primer capítulo! For our pilot episode, we have the priviledge of interviewing Dra. Pilar Ortega, founding member of the Medical Organization for Latino Advancement (MOLA) and the first President of the National Association of Medical Spanish (NAMS), where she shares her insights on the origins of NAMS, the key stakeholders in our organiza…

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Adolescents: Why Sleep is Important 40:10

1+ y ago40:10

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Send us a Text Message. March 17 is World Sleep Day, and it might be a challenge for teens and pre-teens to get all the shuteye they need this month. Between the start of Daylight Saving Time and the arrival of spring and all of the activities that come with the warmer months, there are plenty of events that can disrupt a good night's rest. This mo…

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Episode 98: Perfectionism 22:19

1+ y ago22:19

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Are you a perfectionist? Chances are, the answer is yes, at least some of the time. How can perfectionism help us, and also how can it hold us back? When do we know the difference? How can we train our brains for the better? Dr. Beth Lamos and Dr. Marissa Flaherty are back with our Personal Growth Program series, this time tackling all things perfe…

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Episode 97: Get to Know Dean Mark Gladwin 24:24

1+ y ago24:24

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There's a new Dean in town! In this special episode, we sit down with SOM Dean Mark Gladwin to learn about his first year as Dean, the unique opportunities facing both the SOM and the medical profession at large, and how he hopes to prepare our medical students for the future.

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How Can Black Fathers-in-Law and Sons-in-Law Create Healthy Relationships 41:13

1+ y ago41:13

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Send us a Text Message. Happy Valentine's Day! In this bonus episode, we continue our discussion about in-law relationships to focus on how Black fathers-in-law and sons-in-law can create healthy bonds. Ericka Lewis, PhD, MSW,assistant professor at the University of Maryland School of Social Work (UMSSW), and Brianna Lemmons, PhD, MSW, assistant pr…

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