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Trauma CodeGenocide now with Qaali HusseinFirst part of December 2023 interview with Somali-American surgeon Dr. Qaali Hussein.2024-02-2655 min

Docs Outside The BoxWho wins the Doctor burnout Olympics? #379SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!In this episode, Drs. Nii & Renee discuss:Is there a Deion Sanders-like person in medicine?Coco Gauff wins the US Open vs the long journey of becoming a doctorDr. Qaali Hussein’s video on fitting into medicinePhysician Burnout & Depression Report by Medscape discussionCatching up with Dr. Steven Bradley, Host of The Black Doctor’s Podcast. Dr. Steven Bradley IG: @stevenb...2023-09-2553 min

Somali-happyFamily PodcastDadka waxaa ugu liito,matabcade iyo matashiiishe!!Waxaad tahay Walid ku nool Wadamada Reer galbeedka, mashaqeysid waxaad Ilmahaaga u iibisaa bilwalibo alaab Qaali ah!:2023-09-2304 min

Defiance AcademyS2E9 Accustomed to LimitationsHolding onto limiting ideas and beliefs while trying to break with social norms and standards can be challenging. It's important for us to question and interrogate why we have these beliefs and examine how they limit us from expanding our horizons. Join us at the Defiant Women's Leadership Conference on January 21, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona ➡️ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/defiant-womens-leadership-conference-tickets-408409191887 Got questions on life and career goals? Submit them at the link below and tune into the Mentoring Moments segment for in-depth discussions. Mentoring Moments ➡️ https://www.defianceacademy.com/mentoring-moments Interested...2022-11-1113 min

Defiance AcademyS2E8 The Importance of Leadership Skills in Pursuing Your Career and Life GoalsIn the pursuit of careers, especially in the STEM fields, one of the biggest gaps in professional development is the lack of leadership training during the early parts of the journey. While these skills are important in helping you to advance in your career, they're also relevant in helping you overcome obstacles, negotiate changes both at work and in your personal life, and prioritize your goals. In this episode, we discuss this gap and the ways in which Defiance Academy is hoping to bridge it for the next generation. Got questions on life and career goals? Submit them...2022-09-1415 min

Defiance AcademyS2E7 Beyond A Seat At The Table - Deqa Mohamed Deqa is a premed student passionate about pursuing surgery. She's a first-generation student who lost her father at a young age and was was raised by a single mother. As a Black Muslim woman, she found it difficult to identify with the mentors she was presented with at networking events. Now as an alumna of the Taking UP Space Course, Deqa's mindset is transformed. Listen as she shares her journey thus far and how a mindset shift impacted her ability to dream big. Got questions on life and career goals? Submit them at the link below and tun...2022-08-3024 min

Defiance AcademyS2E6 The value of calculated risks - Dr. Sondos Al SadIn a society that teaches you to be risk averse, can taking calculated risks in your personal and career goals be the key to overcoming obstacles? In this episode, Dr. Sondos Al Sad and I dig deep into what it means to be a Muslim woman navigating life and career while maintaining your faith and values and how calculated risks pay off. You can reach Dr. Al Sad on Twitter @SadSondos Got questions on life and career goals? Submit them at the link below and tune into the Mentoring Moments segment for in-depth di...2022-08-2354 min

Defiance AcademyS2E5 Mentoring Moments - Becoming a surgeonOur first Mentoring Moments segment! In this episode, I answer the question "How do you become a surgeon?" I outline the process from high school, college, medical school, all the way to fellowship. Got questions on life and career goals? Submit them at the link below and tune into the Mentoring Moments segment for in-depth discussions. Mentoring Moments ➡️ https://www.defianceacademy.com/mentoring-moments Interested in the Taking UP Space Course? Enroll Here ➡️ https://www.defianceacademy.com/sales-page-848de76c-8f94-4d8c-b7d4-7367e50050c9 2022-08-1620 min

Defiance AcademyS2E4 Taking Control of Your Life and CareerIn this episode, we discuss how we can use our biggest strengths - our families and our communities - to our advantage in building the life and career we want. Got questions on life and career goals? Submit them at the link below and tune into the Mentoring Moments segment for in-depth discussions. Mentoring Moments ➡️ https://www.defianceacademy.com/mentoring-moments Interested in the Taking UP Space Course? Enroll Here ➡️ https://www.defianceacademy.com/sales-page-848de76c-8f94-4d8c-b7d4-7367e50050c9 2022-08-0913 min

Defiance AcademyS2E3 Dr. Emma Wiley - Leading Change with Faith and ActionIn this episode, Dr. Emma Wiley shares her path into medicine how the growth mindset impacted her journey the importance of maintaining faith her incredible work with the Muslim Women of Merton in advocating for Muslim women and combatting Islamophobia her work with the British Medical Association on hijab and bear-below-elbow policy for Muslim women working in the operating room (or operating theater as they call it in the UK!) To follow Dr. Wiley's work, follow her on Twitter @EmmaWiley16 Got questions on life and career goals? Submit them at the link below and tune...2022-08-0231 min

Defiance AcademyS2E2 Expectations vs. RealityAfter you prove yourself and surpass all expectations, you're given the respect you deserve and opportunities to advance in your career, right? Sadly this expectation is inconsistent with the reality of the workplace, especially for the minoritized and underrepresented. In this week's episode, we discuss the importance of developing a strategy early in your career and how you can take control of your career trajectory. Got questions on life and career goals? Submit them at the link below and tune into the Mentoring Moments segment for in-depth discussions. Mentoring Moments ➡️ https://www.defianceacademy.com/mentoring-moments ...2022-07-2617 min

Defiance AcademyS2E1 Muslim Women, Leadership and Why We Need a Defiant Career StrategyWelcome to Season 2! We’re so excited to be back. We’re picking up right where we left off after a two-year pandemic break. Our personal and professional lives have significantly changed since the start of the pandemic. So in this season, we’ll be doing things a little differently. We’ll introduce the new format of the podcast, our respective roles, and new exciting segments and projects we have in store for you. Happy listening! Submit your questions on all things life and career goals below and tune into the Mentoring Moments segment for in-depth discussions. Mentorin...2022-07-1932 min

The House of PodEpisode 143 - The Meconium Hits the FanKaveh is joined by guest co-host Dr. Sophie Balzora to chat with surgery resident Dr. Imani McElroy and trauma surgeon Dr. Qaali Hussein about gender equity and the added challenges that face minorities in medical training.Send your questions and comments to hopquestions@gmail.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-11-1048 min

Voices UnheardCelebrating Women In Medicine with Dr. Qaali HusseinQaali Hussein, MD is a board-certified trauma surgeon, mother, and CEO of Defiance Academy who is an outspoken fierce advocate for equity in medicine. As a Hijab-wearing Muslim who had 6 children during residency and fellowship, she discusses the varying obstacles she faced during her inspirational journey. She also speaks about the challenges that come with clinging to authenticity. Dr. Hussein gives valuable powerful advice for under-represented minorities and re-frames the idea of resilience in medicine. 2021-03-0939 min

Defiance AcademyEpisode 24: Covid Comeback; The pandemic, struggle for racial equality and the 2020 ElectionWelcome back! The ladies of The Professional Muslim Women podcast sit down and catch up on all that 2020 has dropped into their lives. As front line healthcare workers in the pandemic, their personal lives have been deeply affected and they discuss what they have been up to in the intervening months. They also discuss the protests for racial justice and the ongoing struggle for racial equality, particularly through the lens of the healthcare system. They discuss the impact Covid19 has had bringing into stark relief the racial disparity in health outcomes. . They give their take o...2020-10-2635 min

Hijab ForumMuslim Superwoman Trauma Surgeon ｜Interview with Dr. Qaali HusseinTune in to this week's episode with Dr. Qaali Hussein where we talk about her trials and tribulations in becoming a double-board certified trauma surgeon while raising her 6 children. Hear her great advice for professional Muslim women, advocating for yourself in the workplace, and balancing a successful career with a busy family life. Listen to her podcast: Professional Muslim Women Follow her on Twitter: @QaaliHussein1 Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and give a 5-star rating! www.hijabforum.com 2020-04-131h 00

Defiance AcademyFinance is a Mindset Game: How to Build Wealth and Improve your Financial Wellbeing with Saima AliBuilding wealth is not as hard as you think. The secrets have been out years ago. We just have to remind ourselves again and again and make a conscious effort to follow it. What comes to mind when you hear terms like the stock market, bonds, investment, and other financial jargon? It sounds intimidating and scary, right? And you feel like you’ll just lose money if you invest it, so you never really bothered. But it doesn’t have to be. After listening to this episode, you’ll learn useful financial information to get you mo...2020-04-0645 min

Defiance AcademyThe Journey from Employee to Entrepreneur with Samira AliQuitting your job to start your own business is probably one of the riskiest paths you’d ever take. It’s full of uncertainties. What if you fail? You will surely scratch your knees along the way but once you get past the trying times, the results are going to be gratifying! Join us in this episode as Samira Ali shares her inspiring journey of entrepreneurship and how she left her secured employee position to start her own company. She shares her experience being in the field of HR and how it is like to do vo...2020-03-2348 min

Growth Edge Leadership PodcastQaali Hussein, M.D. — Being the ChangeWhen Dr. Qaali Hussein’s family fled war-torn Somalia in the ‘90s, she experienced trauma first-hand. Today as an trauma surgeon, helping patients through life-changing events is what she specializes in. Mending and repairing is what she loves doing. But her path to medical school was full of roadblocks. When a hijab-wearing Muslim girl announces she wants to be a mother and a surgeon, her culture responds, “impossible.” But Dr. Hussein knew herself. She knew her values, and she knew what she wanted. And in the face of naysayers -- but with the encouragement of her grandmother -- she p...2020-03-1636 min

Defiance AcademyFaith, Science, and Islam with Marium Husain MD, MPHScience and faith are often in conflict but our guest for today has integrated both science and faith into her own life that created the synergy to accomplish her aspirations. Join us in this episode as we discuss the rich tradition of faith and science in Islam with Oncology Hospitalist Marium Husain! She is a hematology-oncology at The Ohio State University. She actively works on community service projects and has volunteered with the WHO on nutrition-related projects. Religion is the opposite of scientific principles, but Marium will educate us about the impact of Islam and...2020-03-0930 min

Defiance AcademySmall Actions Lead to Greater Things with Deqa GelleKnow that you will fail. Know that you will scrape your knees but you will be okay and you’ll be so much stronger. ⁠— Deqa Gelle To get to where you need to be, you must take the initiative and take action to get there. You won’t learn how to run unless you learn how to walk. In this episode, we explore Deqa’s journey in finding her path and how she started One Stone HR. Deqa is an experienced Recruitment Manager with 10 years of experience in the recruitment industry. She helped build succ...2020-02-2428 min

Defiance AcademyMaking Your Mark with Dr. Samira Hassan“Make your mark and don’t be afraid.” -Dr. Samira Hassan Dr. Hassan, General Practitioner, Family Medicine Specialist and vice president of the British Somali Medical Association shares with us her unconventional path to medicine. On this episode, we explore Dr. Hassan’s journey of finding her self through the culture shock of being transplanted in the Somali community as a teenager, her meandering path to solidifying her interest in medicine including turning down an offer of admission to medical school, and dealing with the agony of rejection after re-application and how she lea...2020-02-0941 min

Defiance AcademyPregnancy and Breastfeeding in the WorkplaceIt’s never easy being a mom and having a full-time job. Balancing work and home is always a very challenging feat but is it really impossible to become successful at both? Recently, the Harvard Business Review published an article that talks about women, being an ideal worker or a perfect mom. The article was demeaning as it deems that women have to choose between motherhood and career if they want to excel and meet society’s high standards. Join us in this episode as we break that narrative that society continues to throw at us...2020-01-2632 min

Defiance AcademyMental Health Counseling: Dealing with Vicarious Trauma & Postpartum Depression with Dr. Anjabeen AshrafJoin us in this episode as we sit with Dr. Anjabeen Ashraf to talk about trauma, depression, mental health, and social justice activism. Dr. Anjabeen is a mental health expert, speaker, researcher, educator, and social justice activist. Her work is mainly centered on exploring the experience of American Muslims and South Asian Americans. In this conversation, Dr. Anjabeen explains what vicarious trauma is all about and how one can heal from traumatic experiences. She also shares some of her findings on vicarious trauma from her research study. Moreover, we also tackle the issue of postpartum depression and what you can do...2020-01-1336 min

Defiance AcademyFostering Your Child’s Self-Confidence through Literature with Rahma Mohamed"For the little girl that didn't know a word of English or French, then to graduate in University with both official languages, I felt victorious." -Rahma Mohamed Literature has always been a passion of Rahma's. Having to forego pursuing her college studies in literature to satisfy her immigrant parents' need for security in choosing a career, Rahma found her way back to her passion unexpectedly. Having never read a children's book herself, Rahma became fascinated with the value and legacy in nurturing and sharing this childhood experience with her own children. As she tried to create this expe...2019-12-2935 min

Defiance AcademyHalal Parenting: Muslim Perspective on Parenting & Entrepreneurship with Gulnaz AhsanAs a Muslim, how should we approach parenting? Raising a child is no walk in the park. It’s confusing and daunting, especially that as a parent you’re expected to do a perfect job. But it is also rewarding at the same time, especially when your child grows into a fine, responsible, and loving adult. What should we do as parents to raise our kids properly while still keeping with the principles of Islam? Join us in this episode as we talk about parenting in the Islam perspective with Gulnaz Ahsan, the editor of Halal Parenting.2019-12-1621 min

Defiance AcademyBlazing Your Career through Mentorship with Dr. Uzma Syed ID/ALIGN USChoosing a career is hard enough. Having a mentor to guide and help you with your chosen career makes all the difference and keeps you right on track. Today, our guest is Dr. Uzma Syed who is a true Muslimah trailblazer. She is the President of Align Us, a not-for-profit organization that offers unique mentorship opportunities to help foster career development for high school students. Align Us is an after school program which helps students bridge classroom to real-world experiences. Join us in this episode as Dr. Uzma Syed shares her experience in becoming a p...2019-12-0231 min

Defiance AcademyRedefining Beauty and Exposing the Dangers of Skin-lightening Products with Amira Adawe, MPHBeauty comes in all colors. But sadly, skin color (colorism) features in defining standards of beauty due to the historical context of colonialism in large parts of the world. Our next guest, Amira Adawe, MPH was the researcher who discovered the high levels of mercury and other toxic chemicals in skin lightening creams. These chemicals were not identified on the label, which not only bucks FDA laws but led to harmful effects on unsuspecting women. Join us in this episode as Amira talks to us about her early research and ongoing advocacy through The Beautywell...2019-11-1832 min

Defiance AcademyManaging your time effectively: An interactive conversationThis week, we're doing things a little differently! We will be talking about one of the most frequently requested topics of discussion: Time management. We will be tackling this subject in an interactive way with our first ever Facebook live event. Join us in our Facebook group on Wednesday Nov 13th, 2019 at 8:30 PM EST for an interactive conversation with our PMW community! Facebook group here Podcast page here Instagram here 2019-11-1109 min

Defiance AcademyRISE and Claim Your Voice with Nausheena HussainWhen you look up Muslim women online, the search results you’ll mostly see are negative. It’s constantly about how oppressed we are or how we’ve been attacked. How do we change this negative narrative that is surrounding our community? How can we create a more positive impact and encourage more Muslim women to step up and own their stories? In this episode of the Professional Muslim Women, Founder and Executive Director of Reviving the Islamic Sisterhood for Empowerment (RISE), Nausheena Hussain, joins us to talk about how their platform is elevating how Muslim women are per...2019-11-0426 min

Defiance AcademyA Journey of Listening to the HeartFiguring out what brings joy and fulfillment in one's life is a struggle many are faced with today. With societal pressure, it's easy to go down a path you never really intended. Listening to that tiny voice inside you that's telling you to chase after real joy. Listening to that tiny voice inside fo you that's telling you to chase after real joy is not always easy, because along the way we tend to detour or get lost. How can we become connected to ourselves and start seeking real happiness? Join us in this episode...2019-10-2827 min

Defiance AcademyEffective Tips That You Need for Better Work-Life Balance from ForbesLet’s be honest, achieving work-life balance is hard! There are times you’re more active and present at work than you are in your personal life. And sometimes, it can burn us out. That’s why it’s really important to have a good work-life balance so that stress can be minimized and work won’t feel more of a burden. In this episode of the Professional Muslim Women, join as we talk about the six ways to create a better work-life balance according to the career experts at FORBES. We also discuss the reality of work-life b...2019-10-2135 min

Defiance AcademyThriving and Getting out of your Survival Mode with Life-coach and Counselor, Ifrah IbrahimDo you have a goal that you’ve been wanting to achieve but it’s still not crossed out on your list? You know how to get it but somehow you lack the motivation to move forward and accomplish it. Most people make excuses on why they're not doing it. For others who already started, sometimes they quit halfway through. If you’re one of those people, then you might consider getting a life coach to help you! Joining us today is Ifrah Ibrahim, a Biochemist turned life coach. She specializes in helping Muslim women find meaning and cl...2019-10-1423 min

Med InspiredBias, discrimination, and time management with trauma surgeon Qaali HusseinDr. Qaali Hussein is a board certified trauma surgeon, wife, mother of 6, and podcaster who's show Professional Muslim women details the stories and struggles faced by working Muslim women. Her passion is challenging the status quo of what it means to be a working Muslim woman and breaking the stereotypes and bias we all encounter. This incredibly inspirational woman details her life growing up during a civil war in Somalia, her struggles during residency, and how she balances being a mother of six with the high stress occupation of trauma surgery. 2019-10-0957 min

Defiance AcademyInto The Heart Of DangerGo straight to the heart of danger, for there you will find safety. ~ Chinese Proverb Explicit bias continues to be a huge issue that needs to be addressed head-on. We think we’ve dealt with it but the sad truth is, it’s still a daily encounter for many. Join us today as we talk about a relevant subject that needs more attention. In this episode, we discuss the topic of diversity and inclusion, as well as intersectionality. Dr. Hussein also shares a recent experience she had at a women’s conference, why implici...2019-10-0733 min

Defiance AcademyQuestioning the Dysfunctional Health Systems with Sahra NoorProfessional career advancement for women, especially women of color, can be slowed by many factors. Whether it is the responsibility of parenthood, cultural barriers, or overt discrimination, our guest today, Sahra Noor, has not only overcome these obstacles but has become an exceptional change agent. With her leadership skills, she has made a lasting impact in transforming dysfunctional health systems into something that benefits her patients. Sahra Noor is the founder, and principal of Grit Partners, a women-owned consulting firm that places collaboration, inclusion and community wellbeing at the forefront of everything they do. She is also an e...2019-09-3037 min

Defiance AcademyTo Wear or Not to Wear HijabThe hijab is a veil worn by Muslim women in public to cover their head down to their chest as a form of modesty and religious code. But nowadays, wearing a hijab has more connotations than simply religious observance. This topic has always been a sensitive issue especially for hijab-wearing women, and we’re going to try to unravel this topic today! Join us in this honest discussion about the hijab. Learn why some Muslim women opt to wear it despite the prejudice and racial comments of society and why some women choose not to....2019-09-2336 min

The Art of Speaking Up47 | Building unshakeable inner strength + refusing to compromise on your goals and dreams with Qaali Hussein**Check out Qaali’s brand new podcast here!** https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/professional-muslim-women/id1477502689 And check out her article here: https://opmed.doximity.com/articles/youre-the-surgeon-56cb2f1fb6c8 ~~~ This week, I’m talking with trauma surgeon Qaali Hussein all about her medical career, and the challenges she’s faced at work and in life and she pursued her dream of being a mom and becoming a surgeon at the same time. Qaali broke major barriers in her industry - being pr...2019-09-1643 min

Defiance AcademyEmbracing Your Story, Authenticity, & Making a Difference with Dr. Nusheen AmeenuddinAs underrepresented minorities in many fields, Muslim women find it difficult to maintain their authenticity and are expected to fit into a system. In this episode, Dr. Nusheen Ameenuddin, a Pediatrician at Mayo Clinic joins us to share her story of maintaining her authenticity throughout her journey. Aside from being a pediatrician, Dr. Ameenuddin is also chair of the Council of communication and media at the American Academy of Pediatrics. Today she will share why she chose to become a pediatrician and what drew her close to pediatric medicine. Dr. Ameenuddin also shared her thoughts on the w...2019-09-1629 min

Defiance AcademyGrit, Sacrifice, and SupportWhile many find inspiration in seeing successful people they can identify with, the majority of people want to know the nuances of how to get through the various social and workplace obstacles we face. The most common feedback from our podcast launch has been how we’ve been able to accomplish our goals. In response, we’ve identified three key factors which were essential in our journey to pursuing our passions: grit, sacrifice, and support. Angela Duckworth, in her TEDx talk, defines grit as passion and perseverance for very long-term goals. It’s that ability to becom...2019-09-0833 min

Defiance AcademyFatima Hassan Ali - from Premed to Law SchoolChoosing a career path can be a difficult process to work through, especially when you don’t know exactly what you want to do. A lot of people stress out over the fact that they don’t have a straight path; which is a huge expectation society places on not yet fully developed 17 and 18 year old students. To get yourself where you want to be, it's important that you take the time to really think through your options. In this episode of The Professional Muslim Women podcast, Fatima Hassan Ali, a strong professional who graduated from Harvard Law Sc...2019-09-0139 min

Defiance AcademyThe “Why” of the Professional Muslim Women PodcastWelcome to the very first episode of the Professional Muslim Women Podcast! There are many professional Muslim women role models to look up to but they’re not visible. The stories and achievements of Muslim women are traditionally not highlighted in the mainstream media. And for young women who also aspire to be mothers, seeking a career is sometimes advised against. So, Dr. Qaali Hussein (Trauma Surgeon and a mother of six) and Dr. Hani Ahmed (Internist and a mother of two) decided to create a platform. The Professional Muslim Women podcast is a place where working Musl...2019-08-2130 min

Her American StoryQaali's StoryQaali Hussein MD, Somali American, Trauma Surgeon and Mother of 6 shares her story of being the first female at her Medical School to establish a protocol for hijab in the Operating Room.2018-12-0324 min

Core IM | Internal Medicine Podcast#28 What Would You Tell Your Younger Self?Women in medicine inspire us with what they would tell their younger selves. Some of the speakers with Shreya Trivedi MD @ShreyaTrivediMD at the Women in Medicine GirlMedLive Conference: Qaali Hussein MD @QaaliHussein1 Clinical Pearl @ClinicalPearl Marguerite Duane MD @mduanemd Kate Prior MBBS @doctorwibble C. Nicole Swiner MD @docswiner Carmen Landrau MD @DrLandrau Jessica Willett MD @jkwillettmd Ilene Brenner MD @irb123 Joannie Yeh MD @BetaMomma Karen Davidson, Esq karend@kdavidsonlaw.com Suzanne Feigofsky MD @DrSuzyFeigofsky GirlMedLive: https://www.girlmedmedia.com/ (https://www.girlmedmedia.com/) Episode page: https://www.coreimpodcast.com/2018/11/21/what-would-you-tell-your-younger-self/ (https://www.coreimpodcast.com/2018/11/21/what-would-you-tell-your-younger-self/) Tags: career development, professional...2018-11-2111 min

Core IM | Internal Medicine Podcast#28 What Would You Tell Your Younger Self?Women in medicine inspire us with what they would tell their younger selves. Some of the speakers with Shreya Trivedi MD @ShreyaTrivediMD at the Women in Medicine GirlMedLive Conference:Qaali Hussein MD @QaaliHussein1 Clinical Pearl @ClinicalPearl Marguerite Duane MD @mduanemd Kate Prior MBBS @doctorwibble C. Nicole Swiner MD @docswiner Carmen Landrau MD @DrLandrau Jessica Willett MD @jkwillettmd Ilene Brenner MD @irb123 Joannie Yeh MD @BetaMomma Karen Davidson, Esq karend@kdavidsonlaw.com Suzanne Feigofsky MD @DrSuzyFeigofsky GirlMedLive: https://www.girlmedmedia.com/Episode page: https://www.coreimpodcast.com/2018/11/21/what-would-you-tell-your-younger-self/Tags: career development, professional development, lifelong...2018-11-2111 min