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First Line

212 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★ - 4 ratings

First Line promotes health and wellness that holistically addresses the body, mind, and spirit. Topics include mental health, osteopathic medicine, women’s health, and medical education.

Created and hosted by Dr. Aubrey Ann Jackson, DO

Website and blog: https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast⁠

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Episodes

Enneagram 1

January 10, 2022 09:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MB

Episode 26. Enneagram 1s are near and dear to my heart because I am one myself.  I didn't want to confuse you by jumping around, but there is no rhyme or reason why the Enneagram 1 is first or why the Enneagram 9 is last. Take a look at what the Enneagram looks like (yes, the shape), and you'll see the numbers and interconnected and sorted around a circle instead of nine numbers in any order. The connections (lines) are what is important as well as which numbers border each other.  Listen t...

The Enneagram: Nine Different Worldviews

January 03, 2022 09:00 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MB

Episode 25. Learn about the nine ways of being in the world known as the Enneagram. Additional episodes will cover all nine types (one episode for each). The Enneagram has a long history of being taught in its entirety, and it is essential to know all the types to understand your number. Refer to this introductory episode as you listen to the rest of the series.  Stances: Aggressive (3, 7, 8), Dependent (1, 2, 6), Withdrawn (4, 5, 9)  Centers of Intelligence (also called Triads): Thinking/...

The Enneagram: 9 Different Worldviews

January 03, 2022 09:00 - 29 minutes - 27.6 MB

Episode 25. Learn about the 9 ways of being in the world known as the Enneagram. The remaining episodes will cover all 9 types (one episode for each type) in depth. Please do not take an online Enneagram test (unless you just want to know what numbers to pay extra attention to) because the tests are usually not accurate. Only YOU know what your core motivations are and what your way of seeing the world is. The Enneagram has a long history of being taught in its entirety, and it's important t...

The Enneagram

January 03, 2022 09:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

Episode 25. Learn about the 9 ways of being in the world known as the Enneagram. The remaining episodes will cover all 9 types (one episode for each type) in depth. Please do not take an online Enneagram test (unless you just want to know what numbers to pay extra attention to) because the tests are usually not accurate. Only YOU know what your core motivations are and what your way of seeing the world is. The Enneagram has a long history of being taught in its entirety, and it's important to...

New Year's Resolutions

December 27, 2021 09:00 - 29 minutes - 27.6 MB

Episode 24. This episode I share about my own resolutions in the past (both failed ones and successful ones), including what I learned and what strategies work. Ditch SMART goals and take on the next step approach for lasting habits and lifestyle changes.  Not only do I include tangible suggestions for goal setting but also how to change your mindset about failure as well as how to break the cycle of playing the victim and blaming external factors when it comes to meeting your goals!  Don’...

New Year's Resolutions: Strategies for Goal Setting

December 27, 2021 09:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MB

Episode 24. Hear about my resolutions in the past (failed and successful ones), including what I learned and what strategies work. This episode includes Why you should ditch SMART goals and opt for another method of change Tangible suggestions for goal setting but also how to change your mindset about failure How to break the cycle of playing the victim and blaming external factors when meeting your goals!  Resolution ideas Website and blog: https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstline...

Sleep Hygiene and Hacks for Better Sleep

December 20, 2021 09:00 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MB

Episode 23. Sleep is one of the four pillars of health (the other three are diet, exercise, and stress management).  Learn about how hormones affect the sleep cycle and how these hormones also affect sex hormones, thyroid hormones, and your mental health. How late is too late to have caffeine? How does alcohol affect sleep quality? Should I exercise in the evening? I answer these questions and share tangible hacks that you can start tonight for a better night's sleep! If you are sufferin...

Sleep Hygiene: Hacks for Better Sleep

December 20, 2021 09:00 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MB

Episode 23. Learn about how hormones affect the sleep cycle and how these hormones also affect sex hormones, thyroid hormones, and mental health. How late is too late to have caffeine? How does alcohol affect sleep quality? Should I exercise in the evening? I answer these questions and share tangible hacks you can start tonight for a better night's sleep! Read the related blog post on First Line's website: https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast/post/sleep-hygiene-hacks-for-b...

Stop Stress Eating and Change Your Mindset About Food

December 13, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MB

Episode 22 is just in time for the holiday season (with all its enticing comfort foods) and a new year right around the corner (when it's time to choose a new year resolution).  Stress affects more than think: mental health and appetite certainly but also your sleep, metabolism, and even sex drive. I cover all of these in more in this episode of First Line. What strategies can be used to stop stress eating?  Why do we tend to overeat when stressed?  How is stress linked to insulin resist...

Stop Stress Eating: Changing Your Mindset About Food

December 13, 2021 09:00 - 21 minutes - 20 MB

Episode 22. Stress affects your mental health, appetite, sleep, metabolism, and sex drive. What are the main symptoms of chronic stress? Why do we tend to overeat when stressed? How is stress linked to insulin resistance and diabetes? What strategies can I use to stop stress eating? How can I change my mindset around food to help my physical and mental health? Read the related blog post here: https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast/post/stop-stress-eating-changing-your-m...

How to Study for COMLEX Level 1 and USMLE Step 1

December 06, 2021 10:18 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MB

Episode 21. How can you balance classwork with board review? How can you prevent burnout and still pass your board exam? Read the related blog post here: https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast/post/how-to-study-for-comlex-level-1-and-usmle-step-1 For a discount off your TrueLearn subscription use link: ⁠https://truelearn.referralrock.com/l/firstline/⁠ and code: firstline Instagram: @firstlinepodcast Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/firstlinepodcast⁠ Email: firstlinepodcast@yaho...

My Clinical Rotations Experience: Osteopathic Practice (OMM)

November 29, 2021 09:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MB

Episode 20. Hear about my 3rd-year clinical rotation in osteopathic manipulative medicine (osteopathic principles and practice), including my experience as a table trainer (teaching medical students) and working in an OMM clinic. In addition, I talk about specific osteopathic manipulative techniques, including Chapman's points, counterstrain, myofascial techniques, and cranial techniques. Read the related blog post here: https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast/post/my-clinical...

Osteopathic Principles and Practice

November 29, 2021 09:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

Episode 20 is all about my 3rd year clinical rotation in osteopathic manipulative medicine (osteopathic principles and practice). I talk about my experience as a table trainer (teaching underclassmen) as well as what it was like to work in an OMM clinic.  In addition, I talk about specific osteopathic manipulative techniques, including Chapman's points, counterstrain, myofascial techniques, and cranial techniques.  First Line’s new website is https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepo...

Healthcare Roles: PAs, NPs, Chiropractors, Naturopaths, and more

November 22, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 21.1 MB

What's the difference between a PA and an NP? What about the difference between psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, and counselors? How do chiropractors and naturopaths fit into the healthcare team? I am touching on all of these in this episode (#19)! First Line’s new website is https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast Scroll down on the home page to find my newsletter sign-up for monthly emails and a form that you can use to send questions, comments, or inquiries. You can...

Healthcare Roles: PAs, NPs, Chiropractors, NDs, and more

November 22, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MB

Episode 19. What is the difference between a PA and an NP? What about the difference between psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, and counselors? How do chiropractors and naturopaths fit into the healthcare team? Check out the related blog post here: https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast/post/healthcare-roles-pas-nps-chiropractors-nds-and-more For a discount off your TrueLearn subscription use link: ⁠https://truelearn.referralrock.com/l/firstline/⁠ and code: firstline ...

My Clinical Rotations Experience: Emergency Medicine

November 15, 2021 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MB

Episode 18. Hear about my 2-week rotation in Emergency Medicine (acute care medicine) and why this rotation was so different than my other rotations. Learn about what kinds of conditions emergency medicine physicians commonly see in the emergency room. I also talk about my inspiration to start First Line with a dedication to one of my biggest supporters. Check out the related blog post here: https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast/post/my-clinical-rotations-experience-emergenc...

Emergency Medicine Rotation and a Special Tribute

November 15, 2021 09:00 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MB

In episode 18 of First Line, I am here to talk about my 2 week rotation in Emergency Medicine (acute care medicine). Hear about why this rotation was so different than my other rotations and learn about what kinds of conditions emergency medicine physicians commonly see in the emergency room.  The second half of this episode is a segment that is different than what you are used to as a First Line listener. I take some time to get deeply personal and talk about my Grandma who passed away abo...

My Pre-med Journey: Gap Year and Interviews

November 08, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MB

In episode 17, Aubrey Ann Jackson speaks about her personal experience taking a gap year (including the reason for taking the time off, what was done during the year, and why that helped her become a better applicant).  This episode covers how to decide what medical schools to apply to (and how many) and advice on deciding between medical schools if you find yourself in the amazing position of having multiple acceptances. All of this is from personal experience!  This is a must-listen for ...

My Pre-Med Journey: Gap Year and Interviews

November 08, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MB

Episode 17. Hear about my personal experience taking a gap year and applying to medical school: the reason for taking time off what I did during the year why the year helped me become a better applicant how to decide what medical schools to apply to (and how many) advice on choosing between medical schools if you have multiple acceptances Check out the related blog post here: https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast/post/my-pre-med-journey-gap-year-and-interviews For a dis...

Taking a Gap Year and Applying to Medical School

November 08, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 21.3 MB

In episode 17, Aubrey Ann Jackson speaks about her personal experience taking a gap year (including the reason for taking the time off, what was done during the year, and why that helped her become a better applicant).  This episode covers how to decide what medical schools to apply to (and how many) and advice on deciding between medical schools if you find yourself in the amazing position of having multiple acceptances. All of this is from personal experience!  This is a must-listen for ...

Alcohol Use Disorder

November 01, 2021 08:00 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MB

When does drinking alcohol become a disorder? On episode 16, Aubrey Ann Jackson covers the diagnostic criteria of alcohol use disorder and what separates mild alcohol use disorder from moderate and severe alcohol use disorder. Hear about what medications are used to treat alcohol use disorder as well as therapeutic and non-medication options.  What is it like to go to an AA meeting? How does spiritual health impact addiction? All of these questions are answered on First Line this week! Thi...

Alcohol Use Disorder: Diagnostic Criteria and Treatment

November 01, 2021 08:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MB

Episode 16. When does drinking alcohol become a disorder? What is it like to go to an AA meeting? How does spiritual health impact addiction? What separates mild alcohol use disorder from moderate and severe alcohol use disorder? How is alcohol use disorder treated? Check out the related blog post here: https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast/post/alcohol-use-disorder-diagnostic-criteria-and-treatment For a discount off your TrueLearn subscription use link: ⁠https://truelearn...

Family Medicine Rotation

October 25, 2021 08:00 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MB

On episode 15, Aubrey Ann Jackson reflects on her third rotation of her clinical clerkships in medical school. She starts out with an overview of why we have primary care physicians (family medicine physicians) as well as a little insight into how First Line got its name! We then rewind to a recording from her first day of working in the clinic and then end with a reflection recorded at the end of the rotation.  My new website is https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast Scroll d...

My Clinical Rotations Experience: Family Medicine Rotation

October 25, 2021 08:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MB

Episode 15. I reflect on my third rotation of clinical clerkships in medical school, including an overview of why primary care physicians (family medicine physicians) are so important. Also, hear how First Line got its name! Check out the related blog post here: https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast/post/my-clinical-rotations-experience-family-medicine-rotation For a discount off your TrueLearn subscription use link: ⁠https://truelearn.referralrock.com/l/firstline/⁠ and cod...

The Pre-Med Journey

October 18, 2021 08:00 - 24 minutes - 23 MB

In this episode, Aubrey Ann Jackson talks about factors that impact your success in getting accepted to medical school, including choice in major, volunteering experiences, research, and MCAT prep. She also opens up about her personal experience with adjustment from high school to college. My new website is https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast Scroll down on the home page to find my newsletter sign-up for monthly emails and a form that you can use to send questions, comments...

My Pre-med Journey: Applying to Medical School

October 18, 2021 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MB

In this episode, Aubrey Ann Jackson talks about factors that impact your success in getting accepted to medical school, including choice in major, volunteering experiences, research, and MCAT prep. She also opens up about her personal experience with adjustment from high school to college. My new website is https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast Scroll down on the home page to find my newsletter sign-up for monthly emails and a form that you can use to send questions, comments...

My Pre-Med Journey: Applying to Medical School

October 18, 2021 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MB

Episode 14. What are the factors that impact success in getting accepted to medical school? Choice of major Volunteering experiences Research MCAT prep I also open up about my personal experience with adjustment from high school to college. Check out the related blog post here: https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast/post/my-med-school-journey-applying-to-medical-school For a discount off your TrueLearn subscription use link: ⁠https://truelearn.referralrock.com/l/firstl...

Personality Disorders: Avoidant, Dependent, and Obsessive Compulsive

October 11, 2021 08:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MB

This is the last episode in the personality disorders series on First Line. Join me for a discussion on Cluster C disorders (Avoidant, Dependent, and Obsessive Compulsive), also known as the anxious and fearful cluster.  A few notes about personality disorders that I want to cover or reiterate: Unspecified personality disorder can be diagnosed in an individual who meets the criteria of rigid personality traits that impair function and cause distress while having characteristics of more tha...

Personality Disorders: Cluster C (the Anxious Cluster)

October 11, 2021 08:00 - 29 minutes - 27 MB

Episode 13. Join me in discussing avoidant personality disorder, dependent personality disorder, and obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD). For a discount off your TrueLearn subscription use link: ⁠https://truelearn.referralrock.com/l/firstline/⁠ and code: firstline Instagram: @firstlinepodcast Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/firstlinepodcast⁠ Email: [email protected] Content on First Line is for educational and informational purposes only, not as medical advice. Views e...

Personality Disorders: Avoidant, Dependent, Obsessive Compulsive

October 11, 2021 08:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

This is the last episode in the personality disorders series on First Line. Join me for a discussion on Cluster C disorders (Avoidant, Dependent, and Obsessive Compulsive), also known as the anxious and fearful cluster.  A few notes about personality disorders that I want to cover or reiterate: Unspecified personality disorder can be diagnosed in an individual who meets the criteria of rigid personality traits that impair function and cause distress while having characteristics of more tha...

Career Choices

October 04, 2021 08:00 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MB

Hear Aubrey Ann Jackson's story about how she decided that becoming a veterinarian was NOT for her and how she instead stumbled upon osteopathic medicine. You are sure to find a part of this story that is relatable and motivating, whether you are currently a young person navigating career choices or whether you are encountering the next step in life at any age!  This episode covers topics like keeping an open mind, changing your major in college, trusting in God's plan, and why you might no...

My Pre-med Journey: Deciding on a Career in Medicine

October 04, 2021 08:00 - 22 minutes - 21 MB

Hear Aubrey Ann Jackson's story about how she decided that becoming a veterinarian was NOT for her and how she instead stumbled upon osteopathic medicine. You are sure to find a part of this story that is relatable and motivating, whether you are currently a young person navigating career choices or whether you are encountering the next step in life at any age!  This episode covers topics like keeping an open mind, changing your major in college, trusting in God's plan, and why you might no...

My Pre-Med Journey: Deciding on a Career in Medicine

October 04, 2021 08:00 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MB

Episode 12. Hear my story about how I decided that becoming a veterinarian was NOT for me and how I stumbled upon osteopathic medicine. You will find a part of this story that is relatable and motivating, whether you are currently navigating career choices or are encountering the next step in life at any age! This episode covers topics that include keeping an open mind, changing your major in college, and trusting in God's plan. Check out the related blog post here: https://poddcaststudios....

Underserved Rotation and Social Determinants of Health

September 27, 2021 08:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

September was my month completing an underserved medicine rotation during my third year of medical school. I worked at a family medicine clinic in a county that is over 75% rural. This episode, I speak about the rotation in general and introduce the social determinants of health. Then, I share a recording of my thoughts after completing the first two days of the rotation. I end with a reflection on what I learned this month from my patients.  This episode is sponsored by TrueLearn! Use thes...

My Clinical Rotations Experience: Underserved Rotation

September 27, 2021 08:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MB

Episode 11. September was my month completing an underserved medicine rotation during my third year of medical school in a family medicine clinic in a rural county. I speak about the clerkship, the social determinants of health, and my thoughts at the end of the rotation with a reflection on what I learned this month from my patients. Check out the related blog post here: https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast/post/my-clinical-rotations-experience-underserved-rotation For a ...

Using Past Hardships to Help Others: featuring Jay Corbett

September 20, 2021 08:00 - 59 minutes - 55.2 MB

This week's episode, I have my first guest, Jay Corbett, a First Line listener and a fellow podcast host. His podcast is called the Mid-Life Podcast show. I invited him to talk about some sensitive topics (including sexual and physical abuse as a child) and then about how he has overcome obstacles in his life and turned to help others. Hear his amazing testimony and how God is now using him.  Jay also faced major challenges with his two daughters and their health conditions that required mu...

Using Past Hardships to Help Others with Jay Corbett

September 20, 2021 08:00 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MB

Episode 10. I have my first guest, Jay Corbett, a First Line listener and host of the Mid-Life Podcast show. I invited him to talk about his childhood trauma, his challenges with his daughters and navigating the healthcare system, how he has overcome obstacles, and how God is now using him to help others. He gives insight into how much of a difference it makes to rely on God first, surround yourself with social support, and have empathetic doctors. Check out the related blog post here: htt...

Jay Corbett

September 20, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MB

This week's episode, I have my first guest, Jay Corbett, a First Line listener and a fellow podcast host. His podcast is called the Mid-Life Podcast show. I invited him to talk about some sensitive topics (including sexual and physical abuse as a child) and then about how he has overcome obstacles in his life and turned to help others. Hear his amazing testimony and how God is now using him.  Jay also faced major challenges with his two daughters and their health conditions that required mu...

Personality Disorders: Histrionic and Narcissistic

September 13, 2021 08:00 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MB

Episode 9. Gain a deeper understanding of these heavily stigmatized disorders of Cluster B: histrionic and narcissistic personality disorders.  Check out the related blog post here: https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast/post/personality-disorders-histrionic-and-narcissistic Instagram: @firstlinepodcast Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/firstlinepodcast⁠ Email: [email protected] Content on First Line is for educational and informational purposes only, not as medical adv...

Personality Disorders: Antisocial and Borderline (BPD)

September 06, 2021 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MB

Episode 8. Cluster B personality disorders include antisocial personality disorder and borderline personality disorder (BPD). Cluster B is the dramatic and emotional cluster with emotional reactivity, poor impulse control, a hazy sense of identity, and possible aggression. Individuals with a Cluster B disorder have lives marked with stormy and problematic relationships, and affected individuals are also at risk for self-destructive behavior. Read this episode's related blog post here: https...

Personality Disorders: Part 2 (Antisocial & Borderline)

September 06, 2021 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB

This week, the host of First Line (Aubrey Ann Jackson) discusses two of the personality disorders in Cluster B: antisocial and borderline. Cluster B is known as the dramatic and emotional cluster with emotional reactivity, poor impulse control, an unclear sense of identity, and possible aggression. Individuals with a Cluster B disorder have lives marked with stormy and problematic relationships, and affected individuals are also at risk for self-destructive behavior. It is so important for a...

Personality Disorders: Antisocial & Borderline

September 06, 2021 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MB

This week, the host of First Line (Aubrey Ann Jackson) discusses two of the personality disorders in Cluster B: antisocial and borderline. Cluster B is known as the dramatic and emotional cluster with emotional reactivity, poor impulse control, an unclear sense of identity, and possible aggression. Individuals with a Cluster B disorder have lives marked with stormy and problematic relationships, and affected individuals are also at risk for self-destructive behavior. It is so important for a...

Psychiatry Rotation

August 30, 2021 08:00 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MB

The shift from 2nd year to 3rd year medical school is a huge change from the classroom setting to the hospital and clinic setting. For my class, the change was even greater because our 2nd year was largely completed virtually.  I started my first clinical rotation of medical school in psychiatry from August 2nd to August 27th. In this week's episode, I am including audio that I recorded after my first day (August 2nd) that I have not released until now. I also have a recording from the last...

My Clinical Rotations Experience: Psychiatry Rotation

August 30, 2021 08:00 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MB

Episode 7. I started my first clinical rotation of medical school in psychiatry. Hear audio from my first day and a recording from the last week that reflects on how the clerkship went and what I learned. Read this episode's related blog post here: https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast/post/my-clinical-rotations-experience-psychiatry-rotation Instagram: @firstlinepodcast Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/firstlinepodcast⁠ Email: [email protected] Content on First Line ...

Personality Disorders: Paranoid, Schizoid, and Schizotypal

August 23, 2021 08:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MB

Episode 6. About 15% of the general population has at least one personality disorder. Personality disorders in Cluster A include paranoid personality disorder, schizoid personality disorder, and schizotypal personality disorder. Personality disorders deeply affect the daily functioning, interpersonal relationships, and mindset of affected individuals. Read this episode's related blog post here: https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast/post/personality-disorders-paranoid-schizoid...

Personality Disorders: Part 1 (Paranoid, Schizoid, and Schizotypal)

August 23, 2021 08:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MB

It is estimated that 15% of the general population has at least one personality disorder. This week, we will be discussing the personality disorders in Cluster A: Paranoid Personality Disorder, Schizoid Personality Disorder, and Schizotypal Personality Disorder. This is not only an interesting topic but one that is incredibly important, as personality disorders deeply affect the daily functioning, interpersonal relationships, and mindset of individuals who are affected. Unfortunately, person...

Prevention Starts Now (Safety and Metabolic Health)

August 16, 2021 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB

Prevention can start at any age. Whether you are completely healthy in your 20s or are in middle age with pre-existing chronic disease, it is never too early or too late to start leading a healthy life that enables you to live your life to the fullest.  Let's talk about major causes of morbidity in the U.S. (also common worldwide). Injury and accidents are the 3rd leading cause of death according to the CDC and is the leading cause for people ages 1 to 44! We will be also touching on chroni...

Prevention Starts Now: Part 2

August 16, 2021 08:00 - 23 minutes - 22.1 MB

Prevention can start at any age. Whether you are completely healthy in your 20s or are in middle age with pre-existing chronic disease, it is never too early or too late to start leading a healthy life that enables you to live your life to the fullest.  Let's talk about major causes of morbidity in the U.S. (also common worldwide). Injury and accidents are the 3rd leading cause of death according to the CDC and is the leading cause for people ages 1 to 44! We will be also touching on chroni...

Prevention Starts Now: Safety and Metabolic Health

August 16, 2021 08:00 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MB

Episode 5. Injury and accidents are the 3rd leading cause of death according to the CDC and are the leading cause for people ages 1 to 44. What steps can you take to prevent motor vehicle accidents? Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration National Helpline: ⁠1-800-662-HELP (4357)⁠. SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and substa...

From Pre-med to Residency: Medical School Timeline Explained

August 09, 2021 08:00 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MB

Episode 4. How many years does it take to practice as a doctor? High school + 4 years of undergraduate college + 4 years of medical school + 3-7 years of residency. Learn more about this journey in this episode! Read this episode's related blog post here: https://poddcaststudios.wixsite.com/firstlinepodcast/post/from-pre-med-to-residency-medical-school-timeline-explained Instagram: @firstlinepodcast Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/firstlinepodcast⁠ Email: [email protected] Content ...