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The Dr Coffee PodcastEpisode 50: Myths, Legends & Instagram Filters - the truth about studying medicineThis episode we reach a significant milestone - our 50th Full-length episode of the podcast. Thank you for your incredible support so far. Coming up in today’s episode, I sat down in studio with a fellow medical podcaster who is quickly becoming a good friend: Danroe Oosthuizen, a 3rd year medical student at the University of Pretoria, and host of the Medically Inclined Podcast, to discuss some of the myths and misconceptions medical students and members of the public have about studying a medical degree and becoming a doctor.
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Medically InclinedFrom Fighter to Surgeon: The Unconventional Journey of an Orthopaedic Warrior - Dr. Santa-Marie VenterJoin us in this riveting episode as we sit down with Dr. Santa-Marie Venter, an Orthopaedic Surgeon who traded in her MMA gloves for a surgeon's scalpel! Prepare to be inspired as we dive into the extraordinary life of this warrior of a healer healer.Dr. Venter shares her incredible journey, from the adrenaline-pumping world of professional MMA fighting to the high-stakes arena of orthopaedic surgery. We'll uncover how her combat experience shaped her approach to patient care and decision-making in the operating room.Get ready to witness the unique blend of resilience, discipline, and passion...2023-10-1245 minMedically InclinedFrom Fighter to Surgeon: The Unconventional Journey of an Orthopaedic Warrior - Dr. Santa-Marie VenterJoin us in this riveting episode as we sit down with Dr. Santa-Marie Venter, an Orthopaedic Surgeon who traded in her MMA gloves for a surgeon's scalpel! Prepare to be inspired as we dive into the extraordinary life of this warrior turned healer.Dr. Venter shares her incredible journey, from the adrenaline-pumping world of professional MMA fighting to the high-stakes arena of orthopaedic surgery. We'll uncover how her combat experience shaped her approach to patient care and decision-making in the operating room.Get ready to witness the unique blend of resilience, discipline, and passion that...2023-08-0945 minMedically InclinedMagical Marrow: The Secrets of Stem Cell's With A Paediatric Haematologist - Dr. Candice HendricksIn this episode, our guest, Dr. Candice Hendricks, a Paediatric Haematologist, takes us on an exciting journey into the world of stem cell therapy, discussing its applications and breakthroughs in paediatric medicine. We'll learn what makes paediatric haematology such a fascinating and critical field, and why understanding immunity is like having a secret superpower for aspiring doctors. We discuss the importance of becoming a stem cell donor, especially for us who are in the healthcare profession. Dr. Hendricks explains what it's like to be a Paediatric Haematologist for any doctors and med students aspiring to follow in...2023-07-261h 07Medically InclinedSnap, Crackle, and Podcast with a Chiropractor- Dr. André GracaTodays guest is Dr. André Graca, a registered Chiropractor practicing out of Pure Symmetry Health Centres. Dr Graca is not only aiding by helping us break the dreaded Pod-fade silence experienced over the past few months, but helps break down the steps that need to be taken for anyone interested in becoming a Chiro. He expands on how to ensure good back health and posture at the desk. he also shares the differences between Physios and Chiros and expands on the changes and developments within the field of Chiropractics in South Africa.This is an episode filled w...2023-06-2855 minMedically InclinedDeveloping An Entrepreneurial Mindset In Medicine- Dr BB Phetla (Doctorpreneur)Todays guest is Dr. BB Phetla, the founder of Doctorpreneur, a platform that mentors doctors wanting to transition into private practice in healthcare. Dr Phetla has had over 13 years of private practice experience and completed a Masters in business administration (MBA) to solidify her natural inclination for entrepreneurship. In this episode we dive deeper into what is required from any doctor before starting the venture into private practice. We also discuss key insights she's learnt on her journey and that adding value and finding what your skillset is are foundational components in determining what entrepreneurial advantages you...2023-03-0135 minMedically InclinedA Sports And Exercise Physicians Take on Training and Nutrition- Dr. Marcel JoosteTodays guest is Dr. Marcel Jooste, a Sports and Exercise physician based in SEMLI. Dr. Jooste is currently completing he’s PhD while also ensuring he keeps to his responsibilities as the Squad Physician of the South African Rowing team. In this episode we dive deeper into the specialization of Sports and Exercise and how it has developed into the self standing field. We touch base on exercise and why it’s important for anyone to put emphasis on health. Dr Jooste believes that we are all athletes in our own right and should treat our body as th...2023-01-2057 minMedically InclinedWhy Sleep Keeps Us Up: Emphasising its Importance- Dr Juan Janse van NieuwenhuizenTodays guest is Dr Juan Janse van Nieuwenhuizen, a Clinical Neurophysiologist specializing in sleep medicine. He is no stranger to self improvement for the betterment of the patient. Alongside his PhD in Neurophysiology, he has also completed a BTech in Clinical Neurophysiology, enabling him to practice as a Neurophysiologist at his practice. When he's not seeing patients, you can find him filling the role of Senior lecturer in the Dept. of Biomedical Sciences at the Tshwane University of Technology. As healthcare professionals, we are often in search of more time as it’s a field well known for...2023-01-131h 05Medically InclinedPurpose Finds You: A Trauma Surgeons Journey - Professor George OosthuizenWelcome to the first episode of 2023! Our discussion today is about life as a Trauma Surgeon, and how your purpose often comes in unexpected ways through life experience. Our guest on todays episode is Professor George Oosthuizen. Prof Oosthuizen is a registered Trauma Surgeon and Chief Specialist in Surgery at Ngwelezana Hospital in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa. He is also an Associate Professor of Surgery at the University of KwaZulu Natal and an Honorary Senior Lecturer at the Queen Mary University of London. He was also the former Trauma Program Director of the Pan African Academy of Christian Surgeo...2023-01-0552 minMedically InclinedNormalising An Uncommon Path Into Medicine - Hannah GeddieOur discussion today is about the pursuit of medicine; the normalisation of taking a route less travelled into the field. Hannah Geddie is a 1st year Med student at the University of Stellenbosch, and the Co-Founder of the Doctors_Eventually page on instagram. Their aim is to encourage students who have taken a different path into medicine, and to bring insight for those who still aspire to pursue the medical field. She discusses important topics on motivation and the importance of discipline in continuously chasing your dreams. Go have a look at their page for inspiration on...2022-12-1435 minMedically InclinedThe First Year of Internship - Dr. Simon Fraser (Part 2)We continue the story of Dr. Simon Fraser, a 1st-year medical practitioner Intern at the Charlotte Maxeke Academic Hospital in Johannesburg. Part 2 puts emphasis on constant growth and the importance of being willing to learn. As an Intern it's vital to put aside fear of the unknown and ensure that you are constantly eager to practice procedures under supervision. That is the purpose of Internship after all. Throughout the Interview Dr. Fraser continues to share wisdom and insight he has gathered throughout his journey. In the interview, he mentions two episodes that could be of importance as...2022-11-2940 minMedically InclinedThe Man Behind Dr. Coffee - Dr. Simon Fraser (Part 1)My guest this episode is Dr. Simon Fraser, a 1st-year medical practitioner intern at the Charlotte Maxeke Academic Hospital in Johannesburg. In part 1 he explains the importance of people on our journey as medical professionals and how we rely on those close to us. His story shows us that we are never too late to pursue our dreams and that taking the leap may be the best possible decision. Simon is also the founder and host of the Dr. Coffee podcast that discusses and gives insight into the medical field. You can find his podcast on Spotify and Apple...2022-11-2232 min