Prospective Doctor (from MedSchoolCoach)
280 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★ - 21 ratingsPhysicians with admission committee experience share tips, strategies, and experiences to help premed students succeed at becoming a doctor. Guest speakers provide insight into applying to medical school, selecting a medical specialty, and applying for residency. The Prospective Doctor podcast is for anyone considering, or on the path to, practicing medicine!
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REPLAY: Unlocking the Opportunities and Challenges of Medical Research
April 18, 2024 08:00 - 18 minutes - 42.3 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen is joined by Dr. Jia Ng. She is a board-certified nephrologist and epidemiologist and today, she talks about the world of research for medical students. Dr. Jia describes the opportunities and procedures she encountered from doing research, as well as the conditions they need to be in for them to thrive in the field. [00:28] Introduction of Dr. Jia Ng [01:35] Transitioning and Opportunities in Research [03:18] Recommendation for Research Pursual [06:41] Importance ...
Navigating the Pressure: Coping Techniques for Medical Students
April 11, 2024 08:00 - 36 minutes - 50.9 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Sarah Nasir, an osteopathic physician specializing in family medicine and sub-specializing in addiction medicine. In this episode, they talk about how medical students can cope with and navigate academic struggles in a far-from-perfect medical education system. [00:00] Introduction [04:01] Coping With Academic Struggles [11:15] Navigating Your Journey in Medicine [17:56] Academic Bullying [21:14] What Dr. Nasir Would Change About the Medical Educatio...
Harnessing Technology: Addressing Disparities in Addiction Medicine
April 04, 2024 08:00 - 25 minutes - 35 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Mike Tang, an adult and child psychiatrist, addiction medicine doctor, paediatrician, and Vice President of Integrated Care at Cityblock Health. In this episode, they talk about how you can get additional certifications with addiction medicine and the importance of technology in the improvement of health across all social factors. [00:00] Introduction [07:51] Additional Certifications [09:55] Addiction Medicine [12:03] Tech to Decrease Disparities and S...
Navigating Medicine: How Mentorship Shapes Future Physicians
March 28, 2024 08:00 - 22 minutes - 31.8 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. April Renee Ruffin. In this episode, they talk about everything you need to know about mentorship and finding the right mentor at the early stages of your medical career. [00:00] Introduction [03:54] The Importance of Mentorship [09:30] How Do You Find a Mentor? [13:33] How Many Mentors Should You Get? [18:47] Dr. Ruffin’s Advice For Those Starting Out in Medicine [20:39] Parting Words The Importance of Mentorship There’s existing literature that...
Beyond Urban Centers: Enhancing Rural Health Infrastructure
March 21, 2024 08:00 - 20 minutes - 28.6 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Thomas Campanella, a healthcare executive-in-residence at Baldwin Wallace, healthcare consultant, and former healthcare attorney. They talk everything about rural health: the challenges, initiatives, and technology involved to help improve it. [00:00] Introduction [03:00] Challenges Facing Rural Health [07:06] Initiatives for Rural Health [11:37] The Healthcare System, Legislature, and Technology [15:52] What Dr. Campanella Would Change About the Hea...
Empathy in Education: Fostering Patient-Doctor Bonds in Medical School
March 14, 2024 08:00 - 23 minutes - 32.5 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Bradley Block, a general adult and pediatric ENT and host of “The Physician’s Guide to Doctoring” podcast. They talk about what every medical school should incorporate into their curriculum, the importance of patient-doctor communication, and what they think of the US healthcare system. [00:00] Introduction [07:19] Three Things That Every Medical School Should Incorporate [11:28] Patient-Doctor Communication [14:55] What Dr. Block Would Change About the...
Mentorship Matters: Nurturing Success in the Medical Field
March 07, 2024 09:00 - 34 minutes - 48.1 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Adaira Landry, an emergency medicine physician, author, and assistant professor at Harvard Medical School. They talk about the impact and importance of advocating for diversity and mentorship, the power of networking, and how to create equitable spaces in the medical field. [00:00] Introduction [04:24] Advocating for Diversity, Mentorship, and the Power of Networking [10:43] Imposter Syndrome, Decreasing Bias, and Creating Equitable Spaces [20:33] Going...
A Dean’s View on Breaking Barriers: Navigating Social Equality in Healthcare
February 29, 2024 09:00 - 30 minutes - 43.1 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Joe Greer, a hepatologist gastroenterologist. They talk about dealing with social inequality and social justice in the medical system as well as how we can integrate social justice into our educational system. [00:00] Introduction [13:22] First Generation Medical Students [14:44] Dealing with Social Inequality in Medicine [20:32] Social Justice in Education [26:55] Dr. Greer’s Advice for Medical Students [28:29] Parting Thoughts How to Deal with ...
Echoes of Courage: Insights from Cancer Patients
February 22, 2024 09:00 - 26 minutes - 27.7 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Christina Gomez, a GI medical oncologist at Banner MD Anderson in Phoenix, Arizona. They talk about how doctors can best break bad news to their patients as well as her journey to writing her book, “Stopped in My Tracks”. [00:00] Introduction [06:08] Advice For Giving Bad News [10:14] “Stopped in My Tracks: A Physician's Collection of Cancer Patients' Quotes” [19:08] Sharing Quotes and Support Groups [21:07] What Dr. Gomez Would Change About US Health...
ForeverRx: Bridging Health and Hearts in the Modern Dating Scene
February 15, 2024 11:56 - 16 minutes - 23.1 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Shivani Shah, a 4th year paediatric neurology resident at Duke University in North Carolina. They talk about her app Foreverrx, dating and socializing in the medical industry, and how you can build your own app. [00:00] Introduction [03:51] How Foreverrx Started [09:25] Resources for Building an App or a Business [12:13] What Dr. Shih Would Change About US Healthcare [14:45] Parting Thoughts How Foreverrx Was Born Dr. Shih founded Foreverrx with h...
From Burnout to Brilliance: A Medical Student's Guide to Thriving in the Academic Marathon
February 08, 2024 09:00 - 24 minutes - 45.7 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Sejal Desai, a family medicine physician with over 20 years of experience with a board certification in obesity medicine. They discuss how medical students can navigate their med school journeys and the feeling of burnout, work-life balance, and the three things she wished [00:00] Introduction [03:19] A Med Student’s Life Journey [05:44] Navigating Burnout [11:44] Three Things Dr. Desai Wishes She Knew Before Starting Out [17:45] Is Work-Life Bala...
The Menopause Menu: What Medical Students Need to Know About Mastering Menopause
February 01, 2024 09:00 - 23 minutes - 43.9 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Susan Baumgaertel, an internal medicine physician with 30 years of experience and founder of MenopauseMenu and myMDadvocate. They discuss menopause lessons for medical students, things everybody should know about menopause, and why men need to know about menopause too. [00:00] Introduction [02:20] Menopause - The Forgotten Branch of Medicine [02:51] How Students Can Learn to Work with Women in Menopause [06:27] The Benefits of Listening to Your Patien...
Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine
January 25, 2024 09:00 - 26 minutes - 49.4 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Uché Blackstock, an American emergency physician and former associate professor of emergency medicine at the New York University School of Medicine. They discuss the Flexner Report, the need for diversity in healthcare, and the deep inequities that still exist in the U.S. healthcare system. [00:00] Introduction [01:45] Why Dr. Blackstock Chose to Pursue Medicine [04:21] The Racial Health Inequities in America Today [07:34] Dr. Blackstock’s Inspiration F...
The Pre-Med Paradox: What You Need to Know About the Life of a Physician
January 18, 2024 09:00 - 23 minutes - 42.8 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Amit Pandey, an Internal Medicine Hospitalist with SRS Medical Group in San Diego, California. They discuss all you need to know about the life of a physician, the benefits of being adaptable to change, and why every physician remembers their first code blue. [00:00] Introduction [01:45] Who is Dr. Amit Pandey [03:56] The Life of a Physician [06:19] Memorable Moments in Dr. Pandey’s Career [09:20] Do You Remember Your First Code Blue? [12:15] What...
The High-Stakes Competition to Land a US Residency
December 28, 2023 09:00 - 20 minutes - 37.7 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Bryan Carmody, a pediatric nephrologist at Eastern Virginia Medical School. They discuss the value of standardized test scores, the ultra-competitive nature of the residency admissions process, and the benefits of having an open mind in your journey to medicine. [00:00] Introduction [01:37] Who is Dr. Bryan Carmody [02:54] The Benefits of Having an Open Mind in Your Journey to Medicine [05:52] All You Need to Know About the USMLE Selection Process [0...
The Power of Perseverance and the Difficult Road to Becoming a Physician
December 21, 2023 09:00 - 37 minutes - 67.8 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Stacy Cary-Thompson, a board-certified pediatrician and founder of Cary Cares Parenting LLC. They discuss the benefits of knowing your learning style, what you need to know about a neuroscience career, and how to build a fulfilling life outside medicine. [00:00] Introduction [01:37] Who is Dr. Stacy Cary-Thompson? [02:26] Dr. Cary-Thompson's Journey to Medicine [06:45] The Benefits of Knowing the Type of Learner You Are [09:20] Why Dr. Cary-Thompson ...
Becker's Healthcare and The Truth About the American Healthcare System
December 14, 2023 09:00 - 21 minutes - 39.2 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Scott Becker, the Founder of Becker’s Healthcare, a leading healthcare media company that offers news, analysis, and guidance relating to the healthcare industry. They discuss the trending topics in American healthcare, the benefits of having hobbies outside of medicine, and the significant problems with the U.S. healthcare system. [00:00] Introducing Scott Becker [02:44] The Journey to Launching Becker's Healthcare [04:50] What You Must Do to Succeed in Yo...
A Passionate Approach to Emergency Care
December 07, 2023 09:00 - 24 minutes - 44.6 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Gina Blocker, an emergency medicine physician and CEO of Dash Health, Houston’s premier concierge mobile urgent care service. They discuss the future of emergency medicine, the unique challenges for women in medicine, and how to build a strong relationship with your patients. [00:00] Introducing Dr. Gina Blocker [01:22] Why Dr. Blocker Took the Military Medicine Route [04:59] Dr. Blocker’s Journey to Emergency Medicine [07:30] Advice For Medical Studen...
Gaining Acceptance into Medical School and Surviving The First Year
November 30, 2023 09:00 - 22 minutes - 41.1 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Jeffery SooHoo, the Assistant Dean of Admissions at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. They talk about how to put your best foot forward in applications and how to survive your first year in medical school. [00:47] Introducing Dr. Jeffery SooHoo [03:13] Adjusting to Medical School [09:56] Best Way to Impress Medical School Admissions [13:16] Reapplying to Med Schools [15:05] Advice for Pre-Meds and Medical Students [16:30] What Dr. SooH...
The Genetic Landscape: Insights and Advice for Aspiring Physician Geneticists
November 23, 2023 09:00 - 27 minutes - 63 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr Dallas Reed, the Division Chief of Genetics and Director of Perinatal Genetics at Tufts Medical Center. They discuss all you need to know about genetics and becoming a geneticist, why health equity is important in medicine, and the future of genetic research. [00:00] Introducing Dr. Dallas Reed [01:22] Why Dr. Reed Chose to Pursue Medical Genetics [06:24] Career Pathways in the Field of Genetics [08:20] The Three Types of Genetic Laboratories [11:40] ...
Why Med Students Should be Thinking About Real Estate Now
November 16, 2023 09:00 - 30 minutes - 70.3 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Brett Riggins, a speaker, author, investor, and founder of Connect Home Buyers and Physician Wealth Systems. They discuss the benefits of having a great mindset in medicine, why physicians should learn about real estate investing, and how to surround yourself with the right people. [00:00] Introducing Brett Riggins [03:32] Brett's Journey to Real Estate [05:59] Why You Need to Have a Basic Understanding of Real Estate [08:46] The Mindset You Need to Succee...
The Talking Tech Podcast Episode 7 - Erkeda DeRouen: Tech & Medicine Unite for Healthcare Revolution
November 09, 2023 09:00 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MBIn this episode, which premiered on 10/31/2023, I talked with Erkeda DeRouen (MD) about her passion for merging the humanistic aspect of medicine with the new field of emerging technology. Erkeda shared her experience working in a healthtech startup company in the early days of telemedicine, going into full time business for herself as a healthcare consultant, and her non-profit leadership role in helping women & non-binary adults learn software development skills. Erkeda and I also talked a...
Decreasing Bias with Tech - Lessons from an NFL Cardiologist
November 02, 2023 08:00 - 29 minutes - 67.2 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Aubrey Grant, a trailblazing clinical sports cardiologist and co-founder of Equity Commons. They discuss the rising cases of cardiac arrest among athletes and how medics can tackle implicit bias in healthcare. [00:45] Introducing Dr. Aubrey Grant [03:50] The Journey to Medicine [05:28] Sudden Cardiac Arrest Among Athletes [07:35] Why We All Need to Learn Basic CPR [08:52] Bias Training at Equity Commons [13:54] Be Open to Trying New Things [16:5...
Staying True to You in Medicine with Historic Guest
October 26, 2023 08:00 - 28 minutes - 65 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Gary Epler, an internationally-known Harvard Medical School professor and the CEO of Epler Health. They talk about Dr. Epler’s discovery of Bronchiolitis obliterans organizing pneumonia, and lessons medical students can take away from his journey. [01:00] Introducing Dr. Gary Epler [04:31] Go to Medical School for the Right Reasons [10:16] Discovering Epler’s Pneumonia [15:58] Innovation in Medicine [22:38] Think from the Heart Dr. Gary Epler’s Medic...
Pretty in Pink Podcast: Empowering Women's Healthcare
October 19, 2023 13:02 - 26 minutes - 61.6 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Ruth Arumala, a board certified OB-GYN and cosmetic surgeon. They talk about advocating for women’s health and tips to get through the first few years of med school. [00:45] Introducing Dr. Ruth Arumala [01:46] How to Advocate for Women’s Health [07:04] Pretty in Pink Podcast [11:59] Tips for Adjusting to Med School [22:01] What Dr. Arumala Would Change About Healthcare Advocating for Women’s Healthcare Physicians can better advocate for women’s h...
How to Thrive as Med Student: From Classroom to Clinic
October 12, 2023 08:00 - 23 minutes - 53.3 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Megan Osborn, the Associate Dean for Students at UC Irvine School of Medicine. They talk about how students can excel in medical school and in their clinical years. [00:55] Introducing Dr. Megan Osborn [01:45] The Advantages of Taking a Gap Year [04:21] Qualities of a Successful Applicant [07:28] Thriving in Medical School [13:11] Transitioning to the Clinical Years [18:10] What Dr. Osbon Would Change About Medical Education Should You Take a Gap ...
Unlocking MEDtube: Your Ultimate E-Learning Resource
October 05, 2023 08:00 - 15 minutes - 35.3 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Wojtek Dolkowski, the co-founder and CEO of MEDtube. They talk about MEDtube as a learning resource and the best way for students to use the platform. [01:06] What is MEDtube? [07:16] Learning on MEDtube [12:04] How to access MEDtube About MEDtube MEDtube is a social e-learning platform for physicians and healthcare professionals. The images, videos, courses, and documents are uploaded by physicians, clinicians, and other field experts. Anonymous posts ...
The Heart of Your Application: Unveiling Your 'Why' for Medical School
September 28, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes - 63.6 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Andrea O’Brien, the Director of Residential Admissions at A.T. Still University. They talk about communicating your why in medical school applications and the mistakes to avoid. [00:57] Introducing Andrea O’Brien [02:27] Ways to Stand Out as a Med School Applicant [08:21] Med School Application Mistakes [17:25] A.T. Still University’s Waitlist System [19:09] When to Submit Your Medical School Application [22:51] What Andrea O’Brien Would Change About H...
Decoding the Medical School Admissions Process
September 21, 2023 08:00 - 22 minutes - 52.2 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dimple Patel, the Associate Dean of Admissions at the University of Minnesota Medical School. They talk about the deliberation process for accepting applicants into medical school. [01:04] Introducing Dimple Patel [01:46] How Medical Schools Deliberate [07:18] Showcase Your Core Competencies [09:41] Tips for Waitlisted Applicants [13:17] What Dimple Patel Would Change About Healthcare Transparency in Medical Schools’ Admissions Process When applicants a...
Rising Above the Rest: Creating a Standout Med School Application
September 14, 2023 08:00 - 21 minutes - 38.9 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Deanna Hughes, the Director of Admissions at A.T. Still University. They talk about building a competitive medical school application and the faux pas to avoid. [01:01] Introducing Deanna Hughes [02:51] How Competitive are Medical School Applications? [06:02] Strengthen Your Med School Application [12:27] What NOT to Do in Your Application [15:23] What Deanna Hughes Would Change About Healthcare Limited Admissions into Medical School At A.T. Still Univ...
Best of Both Worlds - Doctor and Film Maker
September 07, 2023 08:00 - 19 minutes - 35.5 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Love Nafi, a family medicine physician and an award winning filmmaker. They talk about cultivating creativity in medicine to honor every individual’s authentic self. [01:12] Introducing Dr. Love Nafi [04:07] Keeping Creativity Alive in Medicine [07:02] Dr. Nafi’s Latest Film “Crown” [12:16] Healthcare in Media [14:56] What Dr. Nafi Would Change About Healthcare Cultivating Creativity in Medicine In the journey to becoming a physician, it’s importan...
Fostering Inclusivity: Safe Spaces in Healthcare and Sex Tech
August 31, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes - 50.7 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Arielle Egozi, an award-winning creative, strategist, and author. She is also a founding member of Women of SexTech. They talk about creating a safe space in healthcare for marginalized groups. [00:39] Introducing Arielle Egozi [04:45] Feeling Judged from Healthcare Practitioners [10:05] Creating Safe Spaces for All Patients [18:52] What is Sex Tech? [24:17] What Arielle Would Change About Healthcare Judgment and Medical Gaslighting Arielle recalls an...
Synergizing Passions: Integrating Art and Medicine
August 17, 2023 08:00 - 20 minutes - 37.9 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Jennifer Jeboda, a recent MD graduate who aspires to be a pediatric anesthesiologist. They talk about her adventurous journey in medicine and how she manages to keep her passion for art alive. [00:50] Introducing Dr. Jennifer Jeboda [07:44] US Healthcare versus UK Healthcare System [10:04] Incorporating Art Into Medicine [13:08] Advice for Pre-Meds and Medical Students [15:00] What Dr. Jeboda Would Change About Medical Education Differences Between...
From Doctor to Voice Over Artist
August 10, 2023 08:00 - 30 minutes - 55.6 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Claudia Anglade, who is a board certified family physician and voice over artist. They talk about navigating shifting priorities in medicine and how to make space for new interests. [00:55] Introducing Dr. Claudia Anglade [08:18] Exploring Interests Outside of Medicine [12:47] Have Meetings with Yourself [18:56] Choose What Makes You Happy [25:24] What Dr. Anglade Would Change About Healthcare Exploring Your Passions and Interests As a person of ...
Behind the Admissions Curtain: How Medical Schools Screen Applications
August 03, 2023 08:31 - 33 minutes - 61.6 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Ian Hagemann, the Assistant Dean for Admissions at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. They talk about how medical schools screen applications and the future of admissions in the advent of AI and chatbots. [00:44] Introducing Dr. Ian Hagemann [06:46] What Happens to Your Med School Applications [13:25] Medical School Admissions & Screening Process [19:12] Preparing for Reapplication [27:18] AI and Chatbots in Medical School Applica...
Med School Applications Decoded: Anatomy of Success
July 27, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes - 61.9 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Leila Amiri, Ph.D, the associate dean for admissions at Robert Lerner M.D. College of Medicine at the University of Vermont. They talk about how to address blemishes on your medical school application and how to stand out as a reapplicant. [01:01] Introducing Leila Amiri, Ph.D [02:31] Anatomy of a Successful Medical School Application [06:42] Addressing Issues in Your Med School Application [14:11] Communicate Your Personal Why [19:53] Re-applying to Med...
From Data to Action: Leveraging Meaningful Research in Public Health Initiatives
July 20, 2023 08:00 - 35 minutes - 65.3 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Marissa Robinson, the initiative coordinator for Ending the HIV Epidemic under the U.S. Department of Health. They talk about how each person can make an impact on public health. [00:38] Introducing Marissa Robinson [04:41] Conducting Meaningful Research [08:33] Ending HIV for Black Women [20:13] The Stigma of HIV [23:55] Choosing a Public Health Advocacy Meaningful Research is Personal For Dr. Robinson's dissertation, she chose a topic that merged...
Building Your Pre-Med Network
July 13, 2023 08:00 - 31 minutes - 57.3 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Alexia Childress, the CEO and co-founder of the National Pre-Health Community. They talk about the founding story of the NPHC, building connections in healthcare, and pre-med admissions. [00:37] Introducing Alexia Childress [03:20] Forming the National Pre-Health Community [07:53] NPHC 2023 Annual Conference [11:38] How to Network Online [14:45] What Alexia Would Change About Med School Applications [21:09] What Alexia Would Change About Healthcare Bu...
Application Tips from a Harvard Med Student
July 06, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes - 49.9 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Olivia Brumfield who is currently a third year student at Harvard Medical School. They talk about applying to medical schools with intention and personalizing medical education. [00:39] Introducing Olivia Brumfield [02:20] Medical School Application Tips [10:55] Learning American Sign Language [15:06] Transition into Medical School [18:13] What Olivia Would Change About Healthcare [21:23] What Olivia Would Change About Medical Education Apply to Medi...
Never Say Never - A Story of Perseverance from a Breast Fellow
June 29, 2023 09:52 - 41 minutes - 76.4 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Adam Johnson, a general surgeon who has recently matched into a breast surgical oncology fellowship. They talk about his passion for breast oncology and how he overcame the setbacks in his medical journey. [00:58] Introducing Dr. Adam Johnson [05:22] Early Medical School Selection Program at Boston University [09:44] Medical School & USMLE Step 1 [14:55] Surgery Rotations [16:53] Failing the USMLE Step 2 [24:27] Matching into Surgery [33:21] The P...
Tales From a Breast Surgeon
June 22, 2023 08:51 - 22 minutes - 41.2 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Valentina Bonev, a board certified and fellowship trained breast surgical oncologist. They talk about how she decided on her subspecialty and how to seek out mentors in your chosen field. [00:47] Introducing Dr. Valentina Bonev [02:37] Why Breast Surgical Oncology? [07:30] How to Make Your Application Stand Out [09:46] Finding Mentors in Medicine [15:52] Dr. Bonev’s Passions Outside of Medicine [17:48] What Dr. Bonev Would Change About Healthcare ...
A Dentist's Transition to Medical School
June 15, 2023 09:45 - 22 minutes - 40.5 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Justin Middleton, who is an oral and maxillofacial surgery resident at Boston Medical Center. They talk about the differences between dentistry and medicine, and how to find your specialization in either field. [00:50] Introducing Dr. Justin Middleton [02:27] Dental School VS Medical School [04:49] Oral Surgery Training [07:24] How to Find Your Specialization [11:33] What Dr. Middleton Would Change About Healthcare Training to Become an Oral Surge...
Intimacy in Medicine
June 08, 2023 09:47 - 27 minutes - 50.9 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Sadaf Lodhi, a board-certified OBGYN and intimacy coach based in New York. They talk about women’s sexual and reproductive health, as well as intimacy in relationships. [00:50] Introducing Dr. Sadaf Lodhi [01:36] How to Match into OBGYN [03:20] Why OBGYN? [05:22] Intimacy Coaching and Sexual Health [10:30] Maintaining Intimacy in Relationships [14:25] Trust and Communication with Patients [21:02] What Dr. Lodhi Would Change About Healthcare OB...
Thalamus GME: A Game-Changer for Medical Education & Training Advancements
June 01, 2023 11:02 - 43 minutes - 80.1 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Jason Reminick, founder and CEO of ThalamusGME and Thalamus.Org. They talk about how Thalamus came about, its features, and how it can help change systems and processes of both medical institutions and practitioners. [00:22] Introducing Dr. Jason Reminick [03:43] What is Thalamus? [09:03] AAMC and Thalamus Strategic Collaboration [20:00] Key Pieces of Advice for Medical Students [28:16] Comparison is the Root of All Evil [35:39] What Dr. Reminick Wo...
How to Showcase Your Personality during Medical School Interviews
May 25, 2023 08:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Erika Aragona who is a double board-certified family physician in osteopathic and allopathic medicine. She also serves as a faculty member at the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine. Today Erkeda chats with Dr. Aragona about how to set yourself apart during medical school interviews and what students can do to advocate for women’s health. [00:23] Dr. Aragona’s Medical Journey and Background [02:58] Becoming Human in Patient Interactions [04:40] Cultivat...
Telling the Truth about Medicine
May 18, 2023 14:54 - 36 minutes - 50.5 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Julia Huber who is a board-certified physician practicing telemedicine. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine. For 13 years now, Dr. Huber has been coaching physicians and other professionals on stress, health, and wellness. [01:00] Dr. Huber’s Medical Journey and Background [06:53] How to Prioritize Student Wellness [11:36] A Broader View on Wellness [24:54] Dr. Huber’s Passions Outside of Medicine [20:32] Why Doctors Should ...
How AI is Transforming Medical Education and Training
May 04, 2023 08:00 - 21 minutes - 39.1 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Liudmila Schafer who is a medical oncologist and the founder of The Doctor Connect consultancy. They talk about the impact of artificial intelligence in medicine, and how physicians and students can use AI tools responsibly. [00:52] Introducing Dr. Liudmila Schafer [03:20] The Doctor Connect [06:24] Artificial Intelligence’s Impact on Healthcare [08:58] Using AI for Medical Education [15:33] Responsible use of AI Tools for Physicians Artificial I...
How to Avoid Medical Malpractice
April 27, 2023 08:00 - 30 minutes - 55.6 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Laura Fortner, a board certified OB/GYN with 21 years of experience. She is also a certified life coach who helps physicians overcome adverse events and medical malpractice. They talk about how to cope with emotional stress that comes from lawsuits and traumatic medical cases. [01:04] Introducing Dr. Laura Fortner [05:26] Medical Malpractice is Real [09:25] Coping with Distress [12:25] How Coaching Can Help with PTSD [18:15] Quick Ways to Overcome...
Navigating the Unknown: A Guide to Surviving Your First Year of Residency
April 20, 2023 08:00 - 25 minutes - 57.4 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Kelvin Liao, an Internal Medicine resident interning at the University of Maryland. They talk about ways for new residents to deal with impostor syndrome, improve their skills, and succeed during their intern year. Time Stamps [00:36] Introducing Dr. Kelvin Liao [5:45] Recommendations for New Residents to Succeed in an Intern Year [8:56] Dealing with Impostor Syndrome [10:37] How to Ask for Feedback Better [15:38] What Interns Should Avoid [17:03...
It's Never Too Early to Think about Fertility in Your Medical Career
April 13, 2023 08:00 - 25 minutes - 58.1 MBDr. Erkeda DeRouen talks to Dr. Carolina Sueldo, a fertility specialist who is double board certified in both obstetrics and gynecology, as well as reproductive endocrinology and infertility. They talk about fertility, family planning and the in vitro fertilization (IVF) process. [00:43] Introducing Dr. Carolina Sueldo [02:50] Why OBGYN and REI? [10:12] Fertility education is empowerment [15:57] Costs of Fertility Treatment [18:45] IVF Treatment and Process [22:50] What Dr. Suel...