Best Doctors Without Borders Podcasts (2024)

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Day 25: Stop Asking Me How I’m Feeling [Dr. Tita Gray] 29:55

11h ago29:55

29:55

Triple negative breast cancer means aggressive chemo, and for Tita, dealing with everyone else's worry on top of it is too much. With her first chemo session completed, she's determined not to let cancer overshadow her gratitude for the good things in her life. After her mom's death and some family issues, Tita found a lump in her breast, leading t…

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Bonus: White Picket Fence Investigates the Institution of American Marriage 26:40

2d ago26:40

26:40

We're bringing you another podcast from Wonder Media Network that we think you'll love: White Picket Fence. White Picket Fence interrogates the structures of inequity affecting women since America’s founding. On the newest season, host Julie Kohler investigates the institution of marriage to uncover what’s behind this latest push for the return of …

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Keeping Faith in Magic with Dr. Linda Woodhead 23:13

3d ago23:13

23:13

How has magic become such a mainstream part of our spiritual landscape, from #WitchTok to astrology apps? Can these practices offer safe spaces for women and young people who feel that established faith institutions have left them behind? What does all this tell us about what ‘keeping faith’ really means in 2024? In this conversation, Dr. Linda Woo…

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Day 1: A Horrifying Diagnosis [Dr. Tita Gray] 37:29

8d ago37:29

37:29

Following the loss of her mother and some traumatic family drama that came with it, Dr. Tita Gray discovered a lump in her breast. Scared but determined, she moves quickly to get a biopsy and finds out she has breast cancer. Further scans show it’s worse than initially thought, so her doctor recommends aggressive chemo ASAP. Links How Not to Die by…

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From Lab to Bedside: Former NEJM Editor Jeff Drazen on Making Research Clinically Relevant 31:05

14d ago31:05

31:05

Thank you for your patience! After a short break, we are back with a delightful interview with Dr. Jeff Drazen, the esteemed former Editor-in-Chief of the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM). In this episode, we explore the critical journey of transforming medical research into practical, patient-and-family centered care. We emphasize the import…

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Kristen Update: I’d Prefer to Have a 2nd Type of Cancer 25:21

16d ago25:21

25:21

The results of Kristen's PET scan showed two lymph nodes lighting up, one in the gastro-hepatic area of her abdomen and the other in the lining of her esophagus. While it could just be inflammation, Dr. Ali wants her to see a gastroenterologist but the earliest appointment is almost two months away. Puzzling through the scenarios (as if she has a c…

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Keeping Faith in Humanitarianism with Sandrine Tiller (Doctors Without Borders) 32:11

1M ago32:11

32:11

As crisis after crisis demands our attention, how can we hold onto our compassion and find meaningful ways to make a difference? Who do we trust when ‘fake news’ can travel the world through a tweet or WhatsApp chain? And how do we keep faith in humanitarianism, under attack from competing political agendas? In this episode, we speak to Sandrine Ti…

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Mind Matters: Exploring Simulation, Stoicism and Cognitive Science with Dr Dan Howes. 19:38

1M ago19:38

19:38

Welcome to the Critical Care Commute Podcast! In this episode, we have the honor of hosting Dr. Dan Howes. Dr. Howes is a Professor in the Departments of Critical Care Medicine and Emergency Medicine. He is the founder and director of the Kingston Resuscitation Institute and initiated the first Fellowship in Resuscitation and Reanimation through th…

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Kristen Update: Shouldn’t I Be in the Hospital? 30:25

2M ago30:25

30:25

After a fiasco in Escondido involving multiplying rodents and toxic air quality, Kristen’s on the move again. The pulmonologist found ground glass lungs and an enlarged heart, then Dr. Ali found an enlarged lymph node between her liver and stomach and asked for a PET scan. With recurrence always lurking, we play the old, familiar waiting game. ====…

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Bonus Episode: Lady Gilda Levy (WIN Chair) 13:53

2M ago13:53

13:53

In our bonus episodes, we speak to women from our Women's Interfaith Network (WIN) community to share their stories and give their own unique perspectives on keeping faith. In our first bonus episode, we spoke to WIN's chair and co founder Lady Gilda Levy about the last 20 years leading WIN, the importance of interfaith in 2024, and how she's keepi…

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Dr. Cynthia Jackson Hammond, President Council for Higher Education Accreditation 32:33

2M ago32:33

32:33

Dr. Cynthia Jackson Hammond is President of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). She has been a member of the higher education community for over 30 years and has held tenured and administrative positions in universities throughout various regions of the United States. Prior to joining CHEA as President, Dr. Jackson Hammond served…

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ECMO with Dr Eddy Fan 27:29

2M ago27:29

27:29

We return to our Canadian Critical Care Forum series with this episode. In this episode, we delve into the world of Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) with Dr. Eddy Fan, a leading expert in critical care and ECMO specialist. Eddy Fan is an associate professor in the Interdepartmental Division of Critical Care Medicine and the Institute of H…

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Keeping Faith in Community with Hadiya Masieh 29:36

2M ago29:36

29:36

What does extremism really look like in 2024, outside of the headlines and political debates? Can we empower young people to harness their passions for positive change while steering clear of divisive rhetoric? How do we keep faith in grassroots work when the challenges our communities are facing seem to keep getting bigger? Our conversation with H…

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Critical Care Without Borders: Dr Rob Fowler. 32:48

3M ago32:48

32:48

We take a quick break from our Canada Critical Care Forum series, for a special episode. We had the privilege of hosting Dr. Rob Fowler, visiting professor at the University of Alberta as part of the Dr. Noel Gibney lecture series. Dr. Fowler is a critical care physician and Tory Trauma Program Chief at Sunnybrook Hospital and Chair of the Canadian…

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Inside the COVID Command Centre with Dr Andrew Baker 25:20

3M ago25:20

25:20

In this episode, join us for an in-depth conversation with Dr. Andrew Baker, as he reflects on his time as the incident Commander of the Ontario Critical Care COVID Command Centre, during the COVID pandemic. Dr. Baker offers a firsthand account of the establishment and operation of this crucial hub in the battle against the pandemic, highlighting t…

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Working as a Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon with Emily Mounsey 29:19

3M ago29:19

29:19

In this episode of the podcast, we chat with Emily Mounsey, a paediatric orthopaedic surgeon. She takes us through her early career and interest in orthopaedics, training routes into her specialty, and a typical day at work. We also discuss work-life balance, working as a woman in surgery, and sexism in the workplace. This is a really fascinating d…

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Dr. Peter Wells, Chief of the Section for Higher Education UNESCO 32:03

3M ago32:03

32:03

Joining us in this encore interview is Dr.Peter Wells, Chief of the Section for Higher Education at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, which is responsible for the overall coordination of the UNITWIN/UNESCO Chairs program. The Section’s other activities include: promoting quality enhancement and assurance mechanisms for higher education institutions…

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Bonus from The Amendment: Keeping Democracy Intact with Nikole Hannah-Jones 35:55

4M ago35:55

35:55

We’re bringing you an episode of a new podcast we think you’ll love: The Amendment. A new podcast about gender, politics, and power from The 19th News and Wonder Media Network, The Amendment is hosted by award-winning journalist and 19th editor-at-large Errin Haines. Each week, Errin sits down with people who have fresh perspectives on the state of…

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Keeping Faith in Peace with Robi Damelin and Laila Alsheikh (The Parents Circle Family Forum) 45:25

3M ago45:25

45:25

What does it mean to keep faith in peace and reconciliation after unimaginable loss? How can we sit with disagreements and different worldviews to find our common humanity? What can we do to ensure women’s voices are heard and uplifted in peace-building work? Our conversation with Robi Damelin and Laila Alsheikh – both bereaved mothers and spokespe…

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Atrial Fibrillation in the ICU - Dr Stephanie Sibley 27:46

3M ago27:46

27:46

Welcome to our latest episode, recorded live at the Critical Care Forum in Canada. We're joined by Dr. Stephanie Sibley and Dr. Michal Cwhalek, a Critical Care Trainee, to discuss Atrial Fibrillation, the most commonly sustained cardiac arrhythmia in critical care. Dr Stephanie Sibley is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Critical Care Med…

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Dr. Samantha Alvis, Senior Advisor for Higher Education for USAID. 29:22

4M ago29:22

29:22

In this encore interview, Dean Hoke and Dr. Senthil Nathan interviewed Dr. Samantha Alvis, the Senior Advisor for Higher Education at the Center for Education in USAID/Washington. In this role, she provides technical support to field offices to design activities that engage higher education institutions or post-secondary student populations and wor…

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Talking A.I. with Drs. Shelly Dev and David Maslove. 28:03

4M ago28:03

28:03

Welcome to the 2nd episode in our Critical Care Forum Canada 2023 podcast series, where we interview leading Canadian experts. In this episode, we explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and critical care medicine with Dr. Shelly Dev and David Maslove, recorded after a panel discussion held at the Conference in Toronto. Dr Dev is no str…

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Dr. Matthew Wilson, Dean of Temple University, Japan 33:08

4M ago33:08

33:08

In this encore episode of Higher Ed Without Borders, Dean and Senthil speak with Dr. Matthew J. Wilson. Dr. Wilson oversees the Japan campus of Temple University and its 3,500 undergraduate, graduate, and non-degree students in Tokyo and Osaka. Wilson has served as President of the University of Akron and Missouri Western State University in additi…

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Keeping Faith in Climate Action with Rabbi Debbie Young-Somers 33:29

4M ago33:29

33:29

How do we keep faith in climate action when governments and corporations keep dragging their feet? How does a ritual described in the Torah help women navigate life’s transitions in 2024? How do we nurture open dialogue between communities with hate crime on the rise? Our conversation with Rabbi Debbie Young-Somers, lecturer at Leo Baeck College an…

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Dr Hannah Wunsch: Lessons from Polio 20:47

4M ago20:47

20:47

Welcome to the inaugural episode of our podcast series, recorded live at the Critical Care Canada Forum meeting of 2023. In our first episode, we are again joined by the esteemed Dr. Hannah Wunsch, expert in critical care medicine with a keen interest in the historical lessons we can glean from medical breakthroughs of the past. Today, we will cont…

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Medical Elective Placements: Top Tips 28:47

5M ago28:47

28:47

In this episode of the podcast, we speak to three final-year medical students - Milena, Jaisila, and Arthur - about their experiences planning and undertaking a medical elective placement. We understand this can be quite a daunting prospect. So, we hope that this offers helpful advice for any medical students preparing for their elective placement,…

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Preserving Antibiotics for Tomorrow: A Conversation with Dame Sally Davies 30:31

5M ago30:31

30:31

Welcome to our first episode of season three! We are kicking off with what is probably one of the most important topics to be discussed in modern medicine today: The rational use of antibiotics. In this episode, we have the honor of hosting Dame Sally Davies, a renowned figure in global public health and former Chief Medical Officer for England. Da…

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Dr. Tarek Sobh President of Lawrence Technological University 31:26

5M ago31:26

31:26

In this encore episode, we spoke to Dr. Tarek Sobh, President of Lawrence Technological University in Southfield Michigan. Dr. Sobh, a licensed professional engineer, was named President on January 1st, 2022. He received a Bachelor of Science in engineering with honors in computer science and automatic control from Alexandria University, Egypt, and…

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Dr. Tony Chan President of King Abdullah University of Science and Technology 41:23

5M ago41:23

41:23

Dr. Senthil Nathan and Dean Hoke, in late 2022, interviewed Dr. Tony Chan, President of King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Saudi Arabia. KAUST was founded in 2009; it is the first mixed-gender university campus in the whole of Saudi Arabia. They rank in the top 200 in the world and number 1 in the Times Higher Education A…

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Resilient Healthcare Systems and Patient Safety with Dr Neil Spenceley 28:30

5M ago28:30

28:30

In our latest episode, we sat down with Dr. Neil Spenceley, pediatric intensivist and Safety expert. Listen as Dr. Spenceley unpacks safety and proposes a shift from a binary safety approach (safety 1 and safety 2) to resilient engineering and system performance. Dr. Neil emphasizes the holistic view encompassing efficiency, efficacy, safety, and s…

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Dr. Gil Latz Higher Education International Affairs Expert 39:34

6M ago39:34

39:34

In this interview conducted in the Fall of 2022, Nathan and Hoke spoke with Dr. Gil Latz, who was Vice Provost for Global Strategies and International Affairs, The Ohio State University (OSU) located in Columbus, Ohio. We discussed his work at OSU, including serving as President of Ohio State University Global Gateway Network and overseeing offices…

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Dr. Mariët Westermann Vice-Chancellor of New York University Abu Dhabi 40:28

6M ago40:28

40:28

Dr. Mariët Westermann, who recently accepted the position of Director and CEO of The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and Foundation based in New York City, is completing her tenure as the Vice-Chancellor of New York University, Abu Dhabi, located in the United Arab Emirates. Mariët was interviewed in September 2022 by Nathan and Hoke about her career …

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Decoding Neuroprognostication with Dr. Julie Kromm 31:21

6M ago31:21

31:21

Welcome to our next episode! In this episode, we again delve into the world of neuroprognostication with none other than Dr. Julie Kromm. Dr Kromm is a neurointensivist, who brings a wealth of expertise to the table and was one of the authors on the Canadian Position Statement for Neuro Prognostication after cardiac arrest. Neuroprognostication is …

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Dr. Jim Henderson President Louisiana Tech University 29:08

6M ago29:08

29:08

In this July 2022 interview, Dr. Jim Henderson was serving as President of the University of Louisiana System. As of January 2024, Dr. Henderson joined Louisiana Tech University as President. Dr. Senthil Nathan and Dean Hoke spoke with Dr. Henderson about the University of Louisiana System, a multi-university campus system with an enrollment of app…

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Elliot Sprague: The Internist's Internist. Being a Cancer Thriver. 38:17

6M ago38:17

38:17

Welcome to another episode of "The Critical Care Commute" podcast! In this episode, Peter Brindley and Leon Byker sit down with special guest Elliot Sprague. Elliot Sprague is an internist known for his unique perspective on healthcare and his remarkable journey through a recent health challenge. In this episode, Elliot reflects on the shock of bei…

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EPISODE 2: Moscow 14:10

6M ago14:10

14:10

Reporting dire news out of America and at home, Russian news anchor Viktor Antonov attempts to guide his audience through what may be the beginning of the end. Everywhere is a battlefield.‘SIGN OFF’ is a branded podcast from LA Times Studios paid for by Bleecker Street and LD Entertainment in support of the film ‘I.S.S.’ only in theaters January 19…

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EPISODE 1: Minot 15:36

6M ago15:36

15:36

Following a wave of cyber attacks against the U.S., news anchor Maria Mason finds herself at the center of an escalating crisis where the International Space Station emerges as a strategic foothold.‘SIGN OFF’ is a scripted, branded podcast from LA Times Studios paid for by Bleecker Street and LD Entertainment in support of the film ‘I.S.S.’ only in…

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Dr. Allan Goodman Chief Executive Officer Institute of International Education 25:46

6M ago25:46

25:46

In this July 2022 episode of Higher Ed Without Borders, Dr. Senthil Nathan and Dean Hoke speak with Dr. Allan Goodman. Dr. Goodman is the Chief Executive Officer of the Institute of International Education (IIE) and has held the position since July 1998. IIE promotes the exchange of scholars and students, rescues scholars, students, and artists fro…

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The Healthy Exchange: Navigating Healthcare Communication with Andre Picard 29:12

6M ago29:12

29:12

Welcome to the Critical Care Commute Podcast, as we delve into the world of healthcare communication with one of the most esteemed voices in the field – Andre Picard. Andre Picard, a renowned health columnist for The Globe and Mail, brings his wealth of knowledge and experience, providing insights into the vital role that effective communication pl…

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Dr. Frank Dooley Chancellor of Purdue Global 40:04

7M ago40:04

40:04

Higher Ed Without Borders interviewed in June 2022, Dr. Frank Dooley, chancellor of Purdue Global. Purdue Global has an enrollment of approximately 36,000 students, most of whom earn their degrees online. Prior to becoming Purdue Global chancellor, Dr. Dooley was senior vice provost for Purdue University, where he earned an international reputation…

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Dr. Ehab Abdel - Rahman, Provost, The American University in Cairo 32:05

7M ago32:05

32:05

In this episode, which first aired in June 2022, Higher Ed Without Borders speaks with Dr. Ehab Abdel-Rahman, the Provost of the American University in Cairo (AUC). The university, founded in 1919, has over 7,000 undergraduate and graduate students from over 60 nations. He is the Chief Academic Officer and provides administrative leadership and ove…

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Difficult Airway Cases: Letting the panel take us through scenarios. 16:16

7M ago16:16

16:16

Welcome back to our second podcast from sunny San Diego! Stay classy, San Diego! Peter and Leon are again joined by Matteo, Jarrod, and Calvin for rapid fire cases! In this episode they discuss approaches to: Rapid Fire Scenario 1 - Tracheostomy tube displacement. Rapid Fire Scenario 2 - Hypoxemic patient going into Cardiac arrest Topicalization Te…

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The Difficult Airway: Panel discussion with Faculty 33:41

7M ago33:41

33:41

In this episode, we have the privilege of hosting three luminaries in the field of airway management: Drs. Jarrod Mosier, Calvin Brown, and Matteo Parotto. As distinguished leaders from the Difficult Airway Course, they bring incredible insights to managing the acute care airway. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or a healthcare enthusiast, th…

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Chris Nickson from Life in the Fast Lane: "Are we training intensivists for the future?" 31:00

8M ago31:00

31:00

Welcome to the Critical Care Commute Podcast! In today's episode, we delve into the field medical education. Joining us is Dr. Chris Nickson, to explore the question: "Are we training intensivists for the future?" As advancements in medical technology and our understanding of critical care continue to evolve, it's essential to assess whether our cu…

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Interview with Dr Alika Lafontaine, past president of the Canadian Medical Association. 40:21

8M ago40:21

40:21

Welcome to the Critical Care Commute Podcast! In this episode, we are delighted to be joined by Dr. Alika Lafontaine, a trailblazing physician, advocate, and leader in Canadian healthcare. Dr. Lafontaine is not only a prominent anesthesiologist and physician leader, but also an influential voice in championing Indigenous perspectives within the bro…

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Natasha Update: Recurrence is a Nonstop Obsessions 27:12

8M ago27:12

27:12

About to turn 60, Natasha is in a dark place thinking of other things that can go wrong with her health if she’ll have to go it alone. Even though a routine MRI is clear, she obsesses about cancer spreading to other areas that aren’t being checked. Following her mother’s recent lung cancer diagnosis, Natasha worries more for her than she did for he…

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Prof. David Menon on Lessons in Traumatic Brain Injury and Neuro Critical Care. 26:41

9M ago26:41

26:41

In the grand finale of our "State of the Art 2023" series, we delve into the field of Neuro Critical Care research. We had the privilege of sitting down with renowned Professor David Menon, a leading authority in Neuro Intensive Care. Don't miss this final episode in our series, where we journey into learning lessons from large collaborations. This…

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Trials, Sepsis and some COVID with Prof. Mervyn Singer and Dr. Martin Beed 16:09

9M ago16:09

16:09

Here it is! The penultimate episode in our "State of the Art" series. Join Peter and distinguished guests, Prof. Mervyn Singer and Dr. Martin Beed as they discuss the world of sepsis and the impact of COVID-19 on ICU trials.

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Alicia’s DIEP Flap Reconstruction [Part 2 - After Surgery] 34:37

9M ago34:37

34:37

5 months after her DIEP flap reconstruction surgery, Alicia returns with an update. Although the original plan was to do a DIEP flap on both sides, it didn’t turn out that way and she still has an expander on the other side. Still unsure what to do next, Alicia is taking her time to decide. If she had known things would go the way they did, she bel…

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Neuro Intensive Care with Dr Ronan O'Leary 21:31

9M ago21:31

21:31

Welcome to another episode in our "State of the Art" series. We are joined by Dr Ronan O'Leary, Consultant and Specialty Lead in Neurosciences and Trauma Critical Care at Cambridge University. Dr. O'Leary brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, making him the perfect guide for our journey through this fascinating and often life-ch…

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