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Loyola Street MedicineThe Orange Tent ProjectIn this episode of the Loyola Street Medicine Podcast, we are joined by Morgan McLuckie, CEO of the Orange Tent Project, a community initiative dedicated to supporting individuals experiencing homelessness through outreach and access to essential resources. Morgan shares the inspiration behind the organization, discusses her experience working with unhoused populations, and reflects on the importance of meeting people where they are with compassion and dignity. We also explore the challenges faced by individuals living without stable housing, the role of community-led outreach in addressing these challenges, and how healthcare providers and trainees can better engage with and support...
2026-03-0931 min
MedicusEp169 | Resident Perspective Series: NeurosurgeryIn this mini series, we interview resident physicians to gain a deeper understanding into the responsibilities and challenges of their chosen specialty, and if their expectations as a medical student matched up with the realities of the field. Our guest, Dr. Shawn Choe, is passionate about neurosurgery. In this episode, he shares his journey to deciding a career in neurosurgery, what the training is like, and advice on being prepared for residency.Shawn Choe, MD is a PGY-3 in the Department of Neurological Surgery at Loyola University Medical Center. Originally born in Korea and transplanted t...
2026-01-2839 min
Loyola Street MedicineGun ViolenceJoin us as we take a deep dive into the intersection of gun violence, homelessness, and emergency care. Gun violence disproportionately impacts people experiencing homelessness and those from marginalized communities, and our guests bring frontline clinical experience, public health expertise, and advocacy leadership to this conversation.Kyle Takach is a fourth-year medical student at the Stritch School of Medicine, where he serves as Student Course Director of the Disability Healthcare Elective and President of Students Against Gun Violence Prevention. He is joined by two distinguished guests with extensive experience in gun violence prevention advocacy. Dr...
2026-01-0634 min
Progress, Potential, and Possibilities Podcast / ShowDr. Edward Holland & Robert Dempsey - Co-Founders - Holland Foundation for Sight Restoration - Restoring Sight For Those In NeedSend a textDr. Edward Holland is a world-renowned leader in corneal transplantation and severe ocular surface disease, and is the Co-Founder of the Holland Foundation for Sight Restoration ( HFSR - https://www.hollandfoundationforsight.org/ ) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals affected by these conditions, including limbal stem cell deficiency (LSCD) – a rare and devastating condition that can result in chronic pain, profound vision loss, and blindness.Through this HFSR initiative, Centers of Excellence (COEs) focused on the advanced sight restoration procedures of Ocular Surface Stem Cell Transplantation (OSST) ar...
2025-12-1954 min
Loyola Street MedicineHOUSED BEDS: A Street Medicine Approach to History TakingIn this episode, we sit down with Brett Feldman, PA-C, Director and Co-Founder of the Street Medicine program at USC and Vice Chair of the International Street Medicine Institute. Also joining us is Dr. Theresa Nguyen, an Emergency Medicine physician and Medical Co-Director of Loyola Street Medicine, and Catherine Kalble, a fourth-year Stritch medical student who recently served on the Loyola Street Medicine inpatient consult service. Together, we discuss and break down HOUSED BEDS, an evidence-based history-taking framework created by Dr. Feldman and his team for clinicians working with patients experiencing homelessness. Our conversation focuses on how this tool...
2025-11-1738 min
Loyola Street MedicineLoyola Street Medicine 5-Year AnniversaryThis special anniversary episode of the Loyola Street Medicine Podcast celebrates five years of service, advocacy, and community. We’re honored to be joined by a distinguished panel of guests who have each played a vital role in shaping the program’s growth and mission.Dr. Veronica Gonzalez, a third-year emergency medicine resident at Cook County Hospital and Stritch School of Medicine alumna, was a co-founder of the Loyola Stritch Homelessness Outreach Coalition (SHOC). She is joined by fellow Stritch alumna Dr. Sofia Ruiz-Castaneda, a third-year internal medicine resident at the University of Texas at Austin and anot...
2025-08-2041 min
Loyola Street MedicineStreet Psychiatry and Crisis ManagementIn this episode of the Loyola Street Medicine Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Samuel Jackson, a street psychiatrist dedicated to serving some of Chicago’s most vulnerable populations. Dr. Jackson completed his undergraduate education at the University of Michigan, medical school training at Central Michigan University, psychiatry residency at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, and Public Psychiatry Fellowship at Columbia University. He has a particular interest in street psychiatry, advocacy, and improving systems of care. He has published several peer-reviewed papers, a book chapter, and multiple op-eds in the last year on these topics. He is currently the Cl...
2025-04-1645 min
Admissions Straight TalkInside Pitt Med School: Innovations in Medical Education [Episode 602]In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, Dr. Beth Piraino, Associate Dean of Admissions at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (UPSOM), explores the school’s innovative Three Rivers Curriculum, emphasizing small-group learning, early clinical exposure, and the integration of "Streams" (special interest areas) and Threads" (core competencies like leadership and clinical reasoning). Dr. Piraino also discusses the role of secondary essays in evaluating applicants and explores why teamwork, resilience, and cultural awareness are important in the admissions process. She goes on to highlight a common mistake applicants make in the application process.Relevant Links:
2025-03-1136 min
Loyola Street MedicineLoyola Street Medicine: Winter-Related EmergenciesThis month on the Loyola Street Medicine Podcast, join Dr. Withers, an Internal Medicine physician and founder of the Street Medicine Institute, along with Stritch medical student Anna Akkara, for a conversation about winter-related emergencies among the unhoused population and general advocacy for the unhoused.
Dr. Withers has been a pioneer in street medicine, spearheading the global street medicine movement. His groundbreaking work began with Pittsburgh Mercy’s Operation Safety Net, the street medicine program he founded and continues to work with in Pittsburgh, PA. For over 30 years, he has dedicated himself to treating and advocating for th...
2025-01-2839 min
WeGo Places- Wildcat Alumni PodcastWeGo Places- Dr. Luis Rubio-Class of 2010-Otolaryngology Resident at Loyola University Medical Center
Listen to our first interview with Luis during his med school experience and our informational panel with SIU Medical School Latino Medical Student Association.
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2024-11-021h 35
Admissions Straight TalkGet Accepted to the Washington University School of Medicine [Episode 595]In this episode, Dr. Valerie Ratts, the Associate Dean for Admissions at The Washington University School of Medicine, offers an overview of the unique program. She describes the "Gateway Curriculum" which provides early clinical exposure and flexibility for students to explore different areas of medicine, including research, innovation, advocacy, and education. Dr. Ratts overviews Wash U’s holistic approach to admissions and the multi-step interview process. Listeners will also learn about the school’s robust student success program, with faculty coaches to provide personalized guidance and support throughout medical school. Relevant Links:WashU Medical Schoo...
2024-10-0156 min
Admissions Straight TalkDeep Dive into Duke Medical: An Interview with Dr. Linton Yee, Associate Dean of Admissions [Episode 593]Dr. Linton Yee, Associate Dean for Admissions at Duke University School of Medicine joins us to discuss how applicants can earn a spot in this highly competitive program. Dr. Yee walks listeners through the unique curriculum which focuses on integrating basic science and clinical experiences from the first year. In addition to strong academic performance, Duke looks for clinical and research experiences, as well as a vision for the future in medicine. Dr. Yee gives an inside look at what applicants can expect from the MMI interviews.Relevant Links:Duke Med SchoolMed Quiz
2024-09-1746 min
DRIVE TIME DEBRIEF: A Physician Wellness Podcast with The Whole PhysicianEmergency Department Accreditation and Physician Burnout with Gillian Schmitz, MD: Episode 127Beloved past-president of the American College of Emergency Physicians, Dr. Gillian Schmitz joins us to discuss an emergency department accreditation program that aims to address systemic problems and reduce burnout in emergency medicine. The program proposes different levels of accreditation based on criteria such as staffing, supervision, social work support, and patient care resources. The goal is to improve the practice environment and ensure physician-led care. Dr. Schmitz emphasizes the importance of physician involvement and advocacy in driving change and creating a better future for emergency medicine. She invites hospitals to participate in the pilot program and encourages physicians...
2024-08-1522 min
Loyola Street MedicineLoyola Street Medicine: Heat-Related IllnessesThis month on the Loyola Street Medicine Podcast, join Dr. Heiferman, Emergency Medicine physician at Loyola University Medical Center and Stritch medical student, Anna Akkara, in discussing heat-related illnesses among the unhoused population. Dr. Heiferman has long been active in street medicine, volunteering with the Community Health Clinic while in college at Northwestern. From there, he went on to Rush Medical College where he continued to volunteer with Chicago's underserved population through health fairs and other mediums. At Loyola, Dr. Heiferman became heavily involved with The Night Ministry, Housing Forward, and Loyola Street Medicine. Now, he serves as a...
2024-08-1222 min
The Sports Docs Podcast90: Dr. Clayton Nuelle & Dr. Mary Mulcahey on Insights on Revision ACL Reconstruction (LIVE at AOSSM 2024)Today’s episode is going to focus on revision ACL reconstruction – starting with the diagnostic workup of a patient with a suspected ACL retear as well as the surgical approach that follows, including graft choice, staging and the addition of other procedures such as LET and osteotomies. We are joined today by two outstanding guests! Dr. Mary Mulcahey is a Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Loyola University Chicago’s Stritch School of Medicine, Chief of Sports Medicine at Loyola University Medical Center and Deputy Editor for Sports Medicine at the Journal of bone and joint surgery. She is also...
2024-07-2945 minMedicusEp138 | MS4 Perspective: AnesthesiologyIn this 4th year medical student (MS4) series, we chat about the field of Anesthesiology. Our guests, Steph Ryan and Will Chan, share advice on how to set yourself up for success to match into anesthesia and share tips to help you stand out both on paper and in person.Steph Ryan and Will Chan are both former students from Loyola Stritch School of Medicine, and will be transitioning to their first year of residency this summer. We chat about the things that separate anesthesiology from other specialties in the context of the residency application process.
2024-06-1234 min
Admissions Straight TalkGet Accepted to Loyola Stritch Medical School [Episode 580]Show SummaryIn this episode, Linda Abraham interviews Darrell Nabers, Assistant Dean for Admissions and Recruitment at Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine. They discuss the distinctive elements of the Loyola Stritch approach to medical education, the importance of faith and compassion in the application process, the impact of AI on medical education, and the timing of the medical school application process. Darrell emphasizes the importance of being ready and not comparing oneself to others in the application process. He also advises applicants to seek advice from reliable sources and to focus on...
2024-06-111h 00MedicusEp136 | The Residency Couples Match 101 with Hana O’Hagan and Adam CardoneIn this episode, we discuss everything you need to know about the Residency Couples Match, and more! We interview two recent graduates from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, Hana O’Hagan and Adam Cardone, who participated in the Residency Couples Match.
Hana O'Hagan is from the suburbs of Chicago. She matched into internal medicine residency at the University of Chicago where she is excited to grow as a general internist before further subspecializing in Geriatrics or Hospice and Palliative Medicine. Hana discovered her passion for working with older adults prior to medical sc...
2024-05-151h 02
Bioethics in the MarginsNonprofit Healthcare, Virtue, and Mission with Dr. Mark KuczewskiAmelia and Kirk chat with Dr. Mark Kuczewski, Professor of Medical Ethics at Loyola University, Chicago. In this episode, they discuss his recent article https://www.healthaffairs.org/content/forefront/nonprofit-health-care-behaves-badly-case-mission-leaders-ombudsmen in which Dr. Kuczewski elucidates the challenges nonprofit healthcare employees face as workplace culture becomes increasingly corporatized and the importance of counterweights– in the form of ombudsmen, better-designed incentive structures, and virtuous local board members– who can potentially help promote the nonprofit mission for patients. They also discuss Dr. Kuczewski’s publication on organizational ethics and the importance of hiring for mission (https://www.researchgate.net/publication/6121839_Is_Organi...
2024-04-0854 min
Loyola Street MedicineLoyola Street Medicine: Chronic Medical ConditionsThis month on the Loyola Street Medicine Podcast, join Dr. Richard Bryce, Program Director for the Henry Ford Family Medicine Residency Program and Chief Medical Officer at the Community Health and Social Services (CHASS) Center in Detroit, and Stritch medical students, Thomas Quigley and Grant Gochman, in discussing chronic medical conditions. Dr. Bryce has long been active in street medicine and serves as the Medical Director for both Street Medicine Detroit and Detroit Street Care, and is truly dedicated to providing the best care possible for those most vulnerable in our society. Dr. Bryce details how he became involved...
2024-03-1033 min
Consciousness Is All There IsEnlivening Consciousness Twice Daily for Inner Mastery of LifeLoyola Stritch School of Medicine students and physicians will share with Dr. Nader their discovery that meditating twice a day provides exponential rewards for learning and life and ask their questions. Dr Tony Nader | Instagram instagram.com/drtonynader Dr Tony Nader | Twitter twitter.com/drtonynader Dr Tony Nader | YouTube youtube.com/DrTonyNader
2024-02-2655 min
Consciousness Is All There IsEnlivening Consciousness Twice Daily for Inner Mastery of LifeLoyola Stritch School of Medicine students and physicians will share with Dr. Nader their discovery that meditating twice a day provides exponential rewards for learning and life and ask their questions.
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2024-02-2655 min
Consciousness Is All There IsEnlivening Consciousness Twice Daily for Inner Mastery of LifeLoyola Stritch School of Medicine students and physicians will share with Dr. Nader their discovery that meditating twice a day provides exponential rewards for learning and life and ask their questions.Dr Tony Nader | Booksdrnaderbooks.comDr Tony Nader | Websitewww.drtonynader.comDr Tony Nader | Instagraminstagram.com/drtonynaderDr Tony Nader | Twittertwitter.com/drtonynaderDr Tony Nader | YouTubewww.youtube.com/DrTonyNaderDr Tony Nader | LinkedInwww.linkedin.com/company/dr-tony-nader
2024-02-2655 min
Loyola Street MedicineLoyola Street Medicine: Harm ReductionThis month on the Loyola Street Medicine Podcast, join Van Asher, the Director of Policy and Advocacy for Chicago Street Medicine, and Stritch medical students, Johanna Wefes-Potter and Jennifer Krupa, discuss harm reduction. Van has been a strong advocate for and changed the landscape of harm reduction since the early nineties. Van details his introduction to the field, current policies, the power of language, and the future of harm reduction in the United States.
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2024-02-0530 min
Loyola Street MedicineLoyola Street Medicine: Legal ChallengesThis month on the Loyola Street Medicine Podcast join second year medical student, Martin Arceo, and guest speaker, Marc Raifman, discuss the legal challenges faced by people experiencing homelessness. Marc is a Supervising Attorney for the Health Justice Project (HJP) at Loyola University, protecting civil rights, advising clients on health-related legal needs, and supporting the training of law students. Marc provides insight into the legal challenges this patient population encounters, such as referrals, administrative burden, navigating benefits like SNAP, disability, and social security, as well as the unique partnership between Loyola University Medical Center and the HLP. Follow this...
2024-01-1631 min
Loyola Street MedicineLoyola Street Medicine: LGBTQI+ ConsiderationsOn this month’s episode of the Loyola Street Medicine Podcast join Dr. LJ Punch and Stritch Medical Student, Vinith Ilavarasan, discuss LGBTQI+ considerations for the unhoused community. Dr. Punch is a healer and surgeon based in St. Louis, Missouri and is currently the Medical Director for the harm reduction program, Power for STL. Touching on his personal experiences navigating medicine, Dr. Punch discusses how to best work with a population that is often marginalized and mistreated by the medical system. Listen to learn about the importance of trauma informed care, navigating gender affirming care in the current political cl...
2023-11-2137 min
Loyola Street MedicineLoyola Street Medicine: Wound CareThis month on the Loyola Street Medicine Podcast, join medical student, Jennifer Krupa, and emergency medicine physician, Dr. William Toepper, discuss wound care considerations for people experiencing homelessness. Dr. Toepper is the founder of Portland Street Medicine, an organization providing care to people who face unstable housing or live on the streets in Oregon. Learn from Dr. Toepper's own experiences as he provides insights into wound care fundamentals, common injuries, and barriers to care faced by this population.
Click here to access Portland Street Medicine's own guide to wound care.
2023-10-2418 min
Loyola Street MedicineBonus Episode: Maternal Health and Pregnancy ComplicationsLoyola Street Medicine is excited to release our first bonus episode. Join Dr. Patel, an emergency medicine resident at Loyola University Medical Center, discuss maternal health and pregnancy complications with guest speaker Laura Zumdahl, President and CEO of New Moms. New Moms is a local organization supporting young mothers in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs with housing, employment, prenatal education, and more. Listen to learn about the impact of housing on maternal health and how you can get involved with New Moms.
2023-10-0413 min
Loyola Street MedicineLoyola Street Medicine: Maternal and Reproductive HealthOn this month’s episode of the Loyola Street Medicine Podcast, join fourth year medical students Clara Pavesi-Krieger and Louise Amat interview Michelle Kavouras, a doula and women’s health advocate at PCC Community Wellness Center. Pulling from her own experiences, Michelle highlights challenges women face in healthcare, specifically as it relates to pregnancy, substance use, domestic violence, sex work, and homelessness. Michelle is a strong advocate for women and believer in meeting people where they are at. Michelle discusses the power of listening to the lived experiences of the people we serve and how we, as Loyola Street Medi...
2023-09-2035 min
Loyola Street MedicineLoyola Street Medicine: Psychiatric CareLet’s talk mental health! Join Loyola psychiatrist, Dr. Tony Tu, and third year medical student, Cathy Zhang, discuss psychiatric care for people experiencing homelessness. In this episode, Dr. Tu pulls from their own experiences in the field to address barriers to care, psychiatric training, and how healthcare workers can best support the homeless population.
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2023-08-2826 min
Loyola Street MedicineLoyola Street Medicine: Respite CareJoin Veronica Gonzalez, former Stritch medical student and current emergency medicine resident at Rush, and Dr. Charles Bareis, Chief Medical Officer at MacNeal Hospital in Chicago, discuss respite care. Dr. Bareis completed his internal medicine training at Loyola University Medical Center and manages Sojourner House, a medical respite center on the West Side of Chicago. In this presentation, our speakers define respite care, qualifications for patients seeking medical respite, and differences between programs.
2023-06-0933 min
Loyola Street MedicineLoyola Street Medicine: Frostbite InjuriesJoin us as medical students Rylie O'Meara (research and education chair of the Stritch Homelessness Outreach Coalition) and Owen Lewer (Chicago Street Medicine representative for the Stritch Homelessness Outreach Coalition) discuss frostbite and cold weather injuries amongst Chicago's homeless population. They are joined in conversation by Dr. Tanya Mukherji-Stewart, who is a 3rd year emergency medicine resident and future attending at Loyola Medicine. Our speakers today cover the clinical presentation and treatment of frostbite injuries, the prevalence of frostbite and risk factors associated with its development, and information on Chicago’s cold weather policies and available resources. Click here to...
2023-04-0632 min
Loyola Street MedicineLoyola Street Medicine: Veteran HomelessnessJoin first year Stritch medical student Brian Tabata and second year Stritch medical student Daniel Estrada as they discuss military culture and unique challenges that US veterans face after service. Brian (Petty Officer First Class, USN) served in the Navy for 6 years as a submarine engineering laboratory technician and Daniel (Captain, USMC) served in the Marine Corps for 12 years as a pilot. They are joined in conversation by Lauren Nichols who is the Coordinated Entry Specialist for the HCHV Program at Hines VA Medical Center. For more information on veteran homelessness and special considerations in caring for this population...
2023-03-1934 min
Loyola Street MedicineLoyola Street Medicine: The Night MinistryOn this episode of Loyola Street Medicine, join Stritch Homelessness Outreach Coalition research and education chair, Rylie O'Meara and Emergency Medicine physician, Dr. Theresa Nguyen as they discuss one of Loyola Street Medicine's partner organizations, The Night Ministry. Our speakers are joined by two members of The Night Ministry: Kyanna Johnson, lead Street Medicine outreach worker, and Yoela Tepper, substance use specialist. Kyanna and Yoela share details of their work with The Night Ministry and insight on their experiences working with people experiencing homelessness. Tune in to learn more about the resources offered by The Night Ministry and how y...
2023-02-1735 min
Loyola Street MedicineLoyola Street Medicine: Criminalization of HomelessnessJoin medical student and Stritch Homelessness Outreach Coalition president Dani McGinnis as she discusses the criminalization of homelessness in our society and how this negatively impacts those experiencing homelessness. Joining in on this conversation is Michael Durham, who has committed his career to ending homelessness through his involvement with agencies such as Funders Together to End Homelessness and the National Health Care for the Homeless Council. Click here to visit our website and access additional information and resources about this topic.
Speakers: Dani McGinnis, Michael Durham
Producer: Rylie O'Meara
2023-01-1128 minMedicusEp102 I Father Doctor David DeMarcoYou read that right, Father AND Doctor. It doesn’t get any more Loyola than that. But how does a physician with a private practice in Dayton, Ohio find themselves being called to become a Jesuit Priest on the Red Lake Reservation in Northern Minnesota? Join Katherine as she sits down with the Stritch School of Medicine’s much beloved Father Doctor David DeMarco as they discuss his childhood, dual calling, and reflective practice.
Dr. Hardt said it best when he described Father Doctor David DeMarco as the ideal fit for Loyola because he is “kind, a good l...
2023-01-1151 min
The Independent LifeBridging The Gap Between Clinic and Community, with Dr. Nancy HardtNancy Hardt is known for her dedicated commitment, demonstrated leadership, innovative approaches and proven impact on improving access to primary care health services and positive health outcomes of Florida’s at-risk populations. Her innovative approaches for positively impacting health outcomes in Florida include: data to action -- providing data in a format that is both engaging and focused through hotspot density maps that depict prevalence of adverse health conditions at the census block level; place-based interventions – taking the services to underserved populations; telling the story; and providing hands-on opportunities for students to personally experience serving at-risk populations. In Alachua Coun...
2023-01-051h 43
Loyola Street MedicineLoyola Street Medicine: Lived ExperiencesLoyola Street Medicine is excited to share a new style of podcast where we talk with individuals that have lived experience with homelessness. In this episode, Loyola EM Attending Dr. Theresa Nguyen, MD chats with Beth Warner, who is currently a paralegal in the public benefits outreach and enrollment project at Legal Aid Chicago. Beth has lived experience with homelessness, human trafficking, and being a member of the LGBTQ+ community. Tune in to listen to Beth share their story!
Speakers: Dr. Theresa Nguyen, Beth Warner
Producer: Rylie O'Meara
2022-12-1332 minMedicusEp101 | Military MedicineIn today’s episode, we take a look at a unique scholarship opportunity that allows healthcare professionals to pay for their education while serving their country. Learn the ins and outs of the Health Professions Scholarship Program from Jesse Webb, a medical student in the program within the Air Force.
Jesse Webb is a fourth year medical student at Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine. Originally from Minnesota, Jesse has always called the Midwest his home. After four years in St. Paul, MN studying biology at Bethel University and singing in the college’s internationally-recognized Bethel Choi...
2022-12-0728 min
Diversify In PathEpisode with Kamran Mirza MD PhDKamran Mirza is an Associate Professor of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Medical Education, and Applied Health Sciences at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health in Maywood, Illinois. He serves as the Assistant Dean for Diversity Equity and Inclusion at Stritch School of Medicine, Vice-Chair of Education and Academic Affairs in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Program Director of the Hematopathology fellowship, founding Program Director of the M.S. in Medical Laboratory Science, Assistant Course Director for the M2 Mechanisms of Human Disease Course, the Director of medical...
2022-12-0155 min
Loyola Street MedicineIntroducing Loyola Street Medicine: Understanding and Caring for the Homeless PopulationIn Loyola Stritch's introductory podcast, we introduce the team and discuss topics including:
What is Street Medicine?
Loyola Street Medicine's First Steps.
Caring for Undomiciled Populations.
Speakers: Theresa Nguyen, MD; Kevin Boblick, MD; Veronica Gonzalez; Sofia Ruiz-Castaneda; Amy Paul
Partners: The Night Ministry, Housing Forward, Chicago Street Medicine
2022-09-2725 min
Loyola Street MedicineLoyola Street Medicine: Pediatric Considerations for People Experiencing HomelessnessIn our second podcast, Serene Hadaya and Dr. Kevin Boblick discuss matters for trainees and physicians when working with children and families experiencing homelessness, including:
Recognizing the impact of homelessness on the health of children both in the US and in Chicago, IL.
Identifying how to screen for homelessness.
Understanding how to improve health outcomes for homeless children.
Understanding what health coverage looks like for children facing homelessness.
Speakers: Kevin Boblick, MD; Serene Hadaya, Veronica Gonzalez
Producer: Veronica Gonzalez
2022-09-2724 minMedicusEp94 | MS4 Perspective: Orthopedic SurgeryIn this 4th year medical student (MS4) series, we investigate the field of Orthopedic Surgery. Our guest, Dr. Brooke Dickens, shares what led her to pursue this male dominated field and how to make yourself a competitive applicant while staying true to yourself.Brooke Dickens is a first year orthopedic surgery resident at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital. Originally from California, Brooke has found herself a home throughout the United States. After four years in Cambridge, MA playing soccer for Harvard Women's Soccer and earning her BA in Neurobiology, she spent time doing policy work in...
2022-08-3139 min
The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson246 Dr. James Cox - Disc Herniation (Doctors Only)Founder of Cox Technic, Dr. James Cox presents a case of disc herniation on the opposite side of back pain. This is a re-broadcast of a webinar presentation. Dr. Cox is the developer of Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction Manipulation and the proud participant in the on-going federal research projects involving the National University of Health Sciences, Palmer College of Chiropractic Research Center, Loyola Stritch School of Medicine, University of Illinois, University of Iowa, Auburn University, etc. He is a member of the postgraduate faculty of the National University of Health Sciences and has been privileged to...
2022-08-2240 min
Loyola Street MedicineLoyola Street Medicine: Infectious Diseases - Concerns for Chicago and its Western SuburbsIn our third podcast, Louise Amat and Stephan Koruba, NP (The Night Ministry) discuss:
The Impact of Homelessness on Life Expectancy and Infectious Disease Management.
Barriers to Care for Patients Experiencing Homelessness.
Intravenous Drug Use and Infectious Disease.
Challenges in Hepatitis C Management.
HIV and PrEP Management.
Speakers: Stephan Koruba, NP; Louise Amat; Veronica Gonzalez
Producer: Veronica Gonzalez
2022-08-1928 minMedicusEp93 | Addressing the Emergency Medicine Job Shortage Report: Dr. Mark CichonIn this episode, we interview Emergency Medicine physician Dr. Mark Cichon on the recent ACEP report regarding potential Emergency Medicine physician job shortages over the next decade. This has been a hot topic among medical students and emergency medicine residents. Dr. Cichon clears the air on this report and gives great insight into the world of emergency medicine. Dr. Cichon is a Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine and the Department of Cell and Molecular Physiology, and has been a member of the Loyola University Chicago faculty since joining the institution in 1996. Dr. Cichon is the M...
2022-08-1035 min
The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson244 Dr. James Cox - Three Level Disc HerniationsOn this episode, spine specialist, Dr. James Cox shares a story of a 29-year-old mother of three with 3 levels of disc herniations in her lower back. He explains the treatment he rendered and why. James M. Cox, DC, DACBR, FICC, Hon.D.Litt., FACO(H) Dr. Cox is the developer of Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction Manipulation and the proud participant in the on-going federal research projects involving the Keiser University, National University of Health Sciences, Palmer College of Chiropractic Research Center, Loyola Stritch School of Medicine, University of Illinois, University of Iowa, Auburn Un...
2022-08-0817 minMedicusEp92 | MS4 Perspective: Physical Medicine and RehabilitationIn this 4th year medical student (MS4) series, we investigate the field of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Our guest, Hye-Jin Yun, shares what led her to pursue this often overlooked specialty and how to make sure you make the most of virtual interviews.
Hye-Jin ("HJ") Yun is the former MS4 Class President and recent graduate of Loyola Stritch School of Medicine. She is a preliminary intern at California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco and will be training at Stanford University for Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R). As a former performer, she holds a certificate in...
2022-08-0333 min
STFM PODCAST - Academic Medicine Leadership LessonsInterprofessionalism. What Is It? With Aaron J. Michelfelder, MD, FAAFP, FAAMA, and Fran Vlasses, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, ANEF, FAANIn this episode, Dr Saria Carter Saccocio, MD, is joined by STFM Past President Aaron J. Michelfelder, MD, and Fran Vlasses, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, ANEF, FAAN, who discuss implementing a ground-breaking interprofessional program at their institution. They share the three-step process they use for helping a group of individuals grow into a highly-functioning care team, as well as the important role language plays in building the team dynamic. They also discuss the health benefits that interprofessional teams can have for patients and for addressing health inequities.This series of podcasts is sponsored by the Society of Teachers...
2022-08-0238 min
Admissions Straight TalkHow to Get Accepted to the University of Colorado School of MedicineFind out what's new to the U. of Colorado SOM curriculum [Show Summary]The University of Colorado School of Medicine has introduced a new curriculum that includes clinical training starting in year two and a longitudinal approach to patient care. Dr. Jeffrey SooHoo, the Assistant Dean for Admissions explains everything applicants will want to know about these changes and gives the inside scoop on how to get accepted.Interview with Dr. Jeffrey SooHoo, Assistant Dean for Admissions, U. of Colorado SOM [Show Notes]Welcome to the 478th episode of Admissions Straight Talk. Thanks for joining me. Do you know how...
2022-07-1241 min
Nailed It Ortho83: Intramedullary Nailing for Proximal Humerus Fractures w/ Dr. Sears Enjoy this episode on Intramedullary Nailing for Proximal Humerus Fractures as Dr.Benjamin Sears gives us a great talk! Video: https://youtu.be/4PdhAxmYxBY Post: www.naileditortho.com/sears Dr. Benjamin W. Sears received his master of science in pharmacology from Tulane University. He then received his medical degree from Loyola University Medical Center, Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, graduating in the top third of his class. Dr. Sears completed residency training in orthopaedics at Loyola University Medical Center, Chicago. Following his residency, Dr. Sears rece...
2022-06-061h 05
MedicusEp87 | MS4 Perspective: Plastic and Reconstructive SurgeryIn this 4th year medical student (MS4) series, we investigate the field of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Our guest, Teresa Veselack, shares advice on how to set yourself up for success regarding matching into this competitive specialty and shares tips to help you stand out both on paper and in person.
Teresa Veselack is a recent graduate of Loyola Stritch School of Medicine and will be starting a 7-year Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery training program at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL this summer. She is passionate about teaching, mentorship, and increasing medical student exposure to...
2022-05-2537 min
Be Green With Amy - Plant Based Nutrition, Weight Loss, Cooking, Traveling and more!Plant Based Diet for Beginners - Dr. Amy Zacharias, M.D. of Plant Based TelehealthWhat is a plant based lifestyle? What can I eat on a plant based diet? Watch Full Episode! Learn the easy steps to becoming plant based. Get started now! Find out where you get your protein, calcium, b12 and more.
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2022-02-211h 01
The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson223 Dr. James Cox - Bertolotti's SyndromeDr. James Cox explains an underdiagnosed cause of lower back pain called Bertolotti's syndrome and how it can be effectively treated with Cox Technic. Dr. Cox is the developer of Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction Manipulation and the proud participant in the on-going federal research projects involving the National University of Health Sciences, Palmer College of Chiropractic Research Center, Loyola Stritch School of Medicine, University of Illinois, University of Iowa, Auburn University, Keiser University, etc. He is a member of the postgraduate faculty of the National University of Health Sciences and has been privileged to speak t...
2021-12-2034 min
Church Life TodayForming Catholics for the Medical Professions, with Dr. Maggie Skoch MussoA good number of the students I have taught in theology courses at Notre Dame have gone on to medical school. Many of these students feel called to the practice of medicine, and would even speak of their professional pursuits as a vocation. But I often hear from the graduates a grave sense of disappointment in what they encounter in medical school. These are the kind of people who are most committed to their Catholic faith and to seeking out a Catholic approach to healthcare and the understanding of the human person and their own role as healers, They...
2021-10-0332 minMedicusEp72 I Leading By Example On and Off the Field: From Professional Soccer Player to Medical StudentIn this interview, we chat with Kody Wakasa, a former professional soccer player who traded in his cleats for a stethoscope and is now a medical student at Loyola Stritch School of Medicine.
Kody is a second year medical student from Burlingame, CA. He studied Biology while playing division I soccer at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. He then went on to play professionally in Arizona—two years with a second division team, Phoenix Rising FC, and two years with a third division team, FC Tucson. He is the oldest of four, enjoys the outdoors, and hanging ou...
2021-09-2225 minMedicusEp65 | MS4 Perspective: UrologyWe are keeping the ball rolling with another amazing MS4 match episode! Alek sits down with Dr. Cesar Delgado, MD, and Dr. Hannah Slovacek, MD, two recent 2021 Loyola Stritch School of Medicine graduates that matched into Urology at University of California San Diego (UCSD) and University of Texas, Houston (UT Houston) respectively. Here, Cesar and Hannah reflect on their journey in pursuing a career in Urology, as well as provide tips and recommendations for all stages of the match process.
If you are interested in learning more about Urology, you can reach out to Cesar via DM...
2021-06-1052 minMedicusEp64 | MS4 Perspective: Otolaryngology Head and Neck SurgeryWe have another amazing MS4 match episode! Alek and Katherine sit down with Colten Wolf, MD, and Emily Bacalao, MD, two recent 2021 Loyola Stritch School of Medicine graduates that matched into Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery at Loyola Hospital Systems and University of Colorado respectively. Here, Colten and Emily reflect on their journey in pursuing a career in Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery (colloquially known as “Ears, Nose, and Throat Surgery or “ENT”), as well as provide tips and recommendations for all stages of the match process.
If you are interested in learning more about ENT, you can re...
2021-06-0253 minMedicusEp63 | MS4 Perspective: Vascular SurgeryThe MS4 Specialty Series is back! Here to kick things off is Melissa D'Andrea, MD, and John Hallsten, MD, two recent 2021 Loyola Stritch School of Medicine graduates that matched into the Integrated Vascular Surgery track at University of Arizona, Tuscan, and University of California, San Diego, respectively. Melissa and John reflect on their reasons for pursuing a career in Vascular Surgery, as well as provide tips and recommendations for all stages of the match process. Additionally, they provide great insight on how medical students can stand out on their surgery rotations.
If you are i...
2021-05-2754 min
The Medicine Mentors PodcastTips for Effective Mentoring with Dr. Matthew FitzDr. Matthew Fitz is a Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics at Loyola University Medical Center, Stritch School of Medicine. Dr. Fitz completed his medical school from University of Kentucky College of Medicine and residency in Internal Medicine & Pediatrics from Loyola University Medical Center. He was a Chief Resident, then the Internal Medicine Clerkship and Subinternship Director before transitioning into becoming the lead advisor for students in the Clinical Years and the Vice Chair for Faculty Development and Mentorship in the department of medicine. His areas of clinical and research interest include advocacy, advising, NBME subject exam assessment, and underserved m...
2021-05-1316 min
DocWorking: The Whole Physician Podcast39: A Work-Life Integration Subspecialty Solution, with Dr. Paula Marfia“As women, we’re told that we can have it all, but we still have to make a sacrifice. There may be a time when you’re sacrificing for your family and your career is on hold. But there’s always going to be that time to go back to your career. You can do it before, you can do it after, you can do it any way that works for you, you don’t have to be like anybody else. You don’t have to worry about what anyone else is doing.” -Dr. Paula Marfia
In...
2021-05-1219 min
Medicare For All ExplainedHealth Disparities in the US Before And After the PandemicThis is episode 53, "Health Disparities in the US Before And After the Pandemic."
My guest, Monica Maalouf, MD, is a primary care internist and Assistant Professor of Medicine at Loyola Stritch School of Medicine. She went to medical school at the University of Minnesota and completed her residency training at New York University School of Medicine in New York City. Her medical interests include HIV care and women's health, with a particular focus on marginalized communities. Dr. Maalouf is Co-president of Physicians for a National Health Plan (PNHP) Illinois and an active member of the Illinois Single-Payer...
2021-04-0120 minMedicusEp56 | Global Service in Medicine with Dr. Amy BlairFor students interested in pursuing a healthcare career to serve communities in need both international and domestically, the process of finding an organization and travelling can be complicated yet incredibly rewarding. Aaron and Rasa speak with Dr. Amy Blair, a well-traveled faculty member at the Loyola Stritch School of Medicine about her global experiences who provides stories of her service experience abroad and tips for students to find their own path to international service.
Dr. Amy Blair is an Associate Professor of Family Medicine and Assistant Dean of Medical Education at Loyola Stritch School of Medicine and...
2021-03-3150 minMedicusEp54 | Leadership in Medicine with Nicolette CodispotiHave you ever wondered how a medical student, low on the totem pole in the very rigid hierarchy of healthcare, can seek out opportunities for leadership in medicine? If so, then this episode is for you!
Brendan and Brittany chat with Nicolette Codispoti, a second-year medical student at Loyola Stritch School of Medicine. She shares how she has pursued various leadership roles, both within medical school and beyond in the broader healthcare landscape.
Nicolette is originally from Long Island, New York and graduated from the University of Wisconsin - Madison with a major in Biology...
2021-03-1739 min
The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson198 Dr. James Cox - Disc NutritionDr. Cox is the developer of Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction Manipulation and the proud participant in the on-going federal research projects involving the National University of Health Sciences, Palmer College of Chiropractic Research Center, Loyola Stritch School of Medicine, University of Illinois, University of Iowa, Auburn University, Keiser University, etc. He is a member of the postgraduate faculty of the National University of Health Sciences and has been privileged to speak throughout the world. On this episode of The Back Doctors Podcast, he discusses nutrition for the disc. Resources About Dr. Co...
2021-03-1537 minMedicusEp47 | Dismantling Racism Utilizing the Power of the White Coat: White Coats for Black LivesIn this episode, we talk to Jessica Simpson, a second-year medical student at Loyola Stritch School of Medicine and founder of the Loyola chapter of White Coats for Black Lives, about the WC4BL organization, racism in healthcare, and how to begin having meaningful conversations and take action to combat this systemic issue.
Jessica L. Simpson, M.P.H. is a second-year medical student at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine (SSOM). She grew up in Maryland and earned her Bachelor of Science degrees in Biology and Community Health from the University of Maryland College Park...
2020-12-251h 04
The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson190 Dr. James Cox - Cox Technic Listen as chiropractor and founder of the Cox Technic, Dr. James Cox explains what Cox Technic is and why it is so effective for treating back pain. James M. Cox, DC, DACBR, FICC, Hon.D.Litt., FACO(H) Dr. Cox is the developer of Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction Manipulation and the proud participant in the on-going federal research projects involving the Keiser University, National University of Health Sciences, Palmer College of Chiropractic Research Center, Loyola Stritch School of Medicine, University of Illinois, University of Iowa, Auburn University, etc. He is a member of t...
2020-12-0735 minThe Medicine Mentors PodcastSuccess and Kindness with Dr. Melissa BrionesMelissa Briones, MD, is the Associate Program Director of the Internal Medicine Residency Program and a Rheumatologist at Loyola University. Dr. Briones was born and raised in the Chicago suburbs and attended Loyola's Stritch School of Medicine. She then stayed at Loyola to complete her Internal Medicine Residency, Chief Residency, and Rheumatology Fellowship training. She devotes much of her time as associate program director to recruiting efforts along with helping to oversee the research curriculum. Dr. Briones particularly enjoys curriculum development and teaching and is especially interested in helping residents successfully prepare for the ABIM exam. She also loves...
2020-09-2313 min
Poets with a Purpose21. #21 Trusting The Process with love.poetry.by.rickRick was born and raised in Hollister, California. He is inspired and passionate about spirituality and science. He holds an Associate's Degree in Criminal Law from Gavilan College, a Bachelor's of Science in Molecular Biology from California State University, Monterey Bay and is currently a first year medical student at Loyola Stritch School of Medicine in Chicago, IL, specializing in the field of Psychiatry. Rick is able to see the beauty of both spirituality and science, and is passionate in writing poetry about love and spiritual growth. Sit back and enjoy the episode featuring lovepoetrybyrick. / Follow Rick on Instagram Instagram...
2020-08-2851 min
The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson171 Dr. James Cox - Scoliosis Listen as spine specialist and founder of the Cox Technic, Dr. James Cox discuss the non-surgical treatment of scoliosis. James M. Cox, DC, DACBR, FICC, Hon.D.Litt., FACO(H) Dr. Cox is the developer of Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction Manipulation and the proud participant in the on-going federal research projects involving the Keiser University, National University of Health Sciences, Palmer College of Chiropractic Research Center, Loyola Stritch School of Medicine, University of Illinois, University of Iowa, Auburn University, etc. He is a member of the postgraduate faculty of the National University of H...
2020-06-2941 minMedicusEp42 | Treating Patients with Opioid Use DisorderIn this episode, we interview Dr. Nate Kittle, a family medicine faculty member at The Wright Center National Family Medicine Residency program at HealthPoint. Combining his passions for community health and bioethics, Dr. Kittle is especially interested in treating patients with opioid use disorders. Tune in to learn about the different approaches that Dr. Kittle utilizes to humanistically and ethically treat such patients and the associated challenges.
This episode is a follow-up to Dr. Kittle’s talk called, “Treating Patients with Opioid Use Disorder” that he gave to third year medical students at the Loyola University Stritch School...
2020-06-261h 07
Advancing HealthA Hospital and a Community Work in Partnership During a PandemicIn this podcast, Darren Henson, AHA’s director at the Institute for Diversity & Health Equity, explores how despite the COVID-19 outbreak, Loyola University Medical Center – serving the Chicago area – remains committed to its partnership with a community-driven, multi-sector coalition. Professor Lena Hatchett, PhD, from Loyola’s Stritch School of Medicine, shares how the relationship between the medical center’s physicians and clinical staff with Proviso Health Partners ensures ongoing patient needs.
2020-04-2227 min
The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson161 Dr. James Cox - Chiropractic and the Immune System Part 3In this episode, Dr. Cox continues his discussion on the influence of the vagus nerve in health and healing. He also shares a paper on mechanobiology, that is, how the cells of the body are constantly remodeling and adapting to their ever-changing mechanical environment. He concludes with a paper that goes beyond the 5 senses of sight, hearing, touch, smell, and taste to the newly described seventh sense. James M. Cox, DC, DACBR, FICC, Hon.D.Litt., FACO(H) Dr. Cox is the developer of Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction Manipulation and the proud participant in the o...
2020-04-1329 min
The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson160 Dr. James Cox - Chiropractic and the Immune System Part 2 On this episode we continue with Dr. James Cox's presentation on spinal manipulation and the immune system. He presents information on the parasympathetic nervous system and the vagus nerve. James M. Cox, DC, DACBR, FICC, Hon.D.Litt., FACO(H) Dr. Cox is the developer of Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction Manipulation and the proud participant in the on-going federal research projects involving the National University of Health Sciences, Palmer College of Chiropractic Research Center, Loyola Stritch School of Medicine, University of Illinois, University of Iowa, Auburn University, etc. He is a member of the postgraduate f...
2020-04-0626 min
The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson159 Dr. James Cox - Chiropractic and the Immune System Part 1On this episode, Dr. James Cox takes us on a deep dive into spinal manipulation and its effects on the immune system. James M. Cox, DC, DACBR, FICC, Hon.D.Litt., FACO(H) Dr. Cox is the developer of Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction Manipulation and the proud participant in the on-going federal research projects involving the National University of Health Sciences, Palmer College of Chiropractic Research Center, Loyola Stritch School of Medicine, University of Illinois, University of Iowa, Auburn University, etc. He is a member of the postgraduate faculty of the National University o...
2020-03-3026 minMedicusEp38 | Medical Myths: Admissions - Dean NabersIt's time once again for every pre-med's favorite topic...admissions! For the latest episode in our Medical Myths series, Brendan, Emily, and Raj--safely on the other side of the admissions hurdle--sat down with Darrell Nabers, the Dean of Admissions at Loyola Stritch School of Medicine, to de-mystify the process of getting that desired acceptance. So set aside those MCAT books and give yourself a quick break from Student Doctor Network to tune in!
Episode produced by: Brendan Connolly, Emily Hagen, Raj Ramini
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2020-02-281h 23
The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson151 Dr. James Cox - Interdisciplinary Approach to Spinal Stenosis On this episode of The Back Doctors Podcast, Dr. James Cox discusses how spinal stenosis is treated when doctors work together for the benefit of the patient. James M. Cox, DC, DACBR, FICC, Hon.D.Litt., FACO(H) Dr. Cox is the developer of Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction Manipulation and the proud participant in the on-going federal research projects involving the National University of Health Sciences, Palmer College of Chiropractic Research Center, Loyola Stritch School of Medicine, University of Illinois, University of Iowa, Auburn University, etc. He is a member of the postgraduate faculty of t...
2020-01-2732 min
2400 CHEWAlan Wolfe '76Alan Wolfe ’76 is a professor of microbiology at Loyola University Chicago. His interview was done at Loyola’s Stritch School of Medicine in Maywood, IL.
2019-12-1735 min
All Access: Med School AdmissionsLoyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine + Listener QuestionsAll Access is talking with another med school in Chicago and is bringing you the Assistant Dean for Admissions from the Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. We go pretty deep into everything Loyola offers and what they are looking for in their applicants within a Jesuit value-based institution. We wrap up the show answering listener questions about masters vs. post-bacc programs which is a popular topic. Have a question for the show? Send it to allaccess@case.edu Visit https://case.edu/medicine/allaccess for more information on this episode and others. Resources
2019-10-031h 34All Access: Med School AdmissionsLoyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine + Listener QuestionsAll Access is talking with another med school in Chicago and is bringing you the Assistant Dean for Admissions from the Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. We go pretty deep into everything Loyola offers and what they are looking for in their applicants within a Jesuit value-based institution. We wrap up the show answering listener questions about masters vs. post-bacc programs which is a popular topic. Have a question for the show? Send it to allaccess@case.edu Visit https://case.edu/medicine/allaccess for more information on this episode and others. Resources
2019-10-031h 34
The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson134 Dr. James Cox - Disc DegenerationThis is an exciting episode as Dr. James Cox discusses the treatment that he has developed for disc degeneration, an often diagnosed cause of back pain. James M. Cox, DC, DACBR, FICC, Hon.D.Litt., FACO(H) Dr. Cox is the developer of Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction Manipulation and the proud participant in the on-going federal research projects involving the National University of Health Sciences, Keiser University, Palmer College of Chiropractic Research Center, Loyola Stritch School of Medicine, University of Illinois, University of Iowa, Auburn University, etc. He is a member of the postgraduate faculty o...
2019-09-1633 minMedicusEp24 | Dr. Kamran Mirza - "#twitterhomework, #103%, #pathology, and more"If you've ever watched any crime show, you're probably familiar with the stereotype of the pathologist - alone in the recesses of the hospital, dissecting the deceased. Thanks largely to this stereotype (we are looking at you CSI), this has lead to the misconception that pathology is boring and lonely. But in the real world, this could not be further from the truth. We sat down with Dr. Kamran Mirza, a clinical pathologist, to discuss why this medical specialty can be just as rewarding and challenging as other specialties, and why medical students should consider it. In our discussion, we...
2019-08-2349 minMedicusEp22 | MS4 Perspective: OphthalmologyNolan Adams is a 4th year student at the Loyola Stritch School of Medicine who will be entering Loyola's ophthalmology residency after a transitional year program at Presence Resurrection Hospital. He is originally from Rockford, IL and entered medical school after a gap year working as a Certified Nursing Assistant following his graduation from Northwestern University. He found ophthalmology early in his first year at Loyola and enjoys helping other students discern if ophthalmology is a good fit for them, as well as helping them through the application process.Episode produced by: Natewww.medicuspodcast...
2019-08-1032 min
Health CallsImmigrant Youth at RiskMark Kuczewski, PhD, professor of medical ethics at the Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, and Fr. Corey Brost, director of Viator House of Hospitality, discuss the many challenges facing undocumented youth and share their insights on what Catholic health care can do to support them.
Related Health Progress articles:
Limbo Really Exists: Undocumented Youth at Risk
Asylum Seekers Find Safe Haven
Links mentioned in episode:
Loyola Sanctuary Doctor resource page
Viator House of Hospitality
Health Calls is available on the following podcast streaming platforms:Apple Podcasts...
2019-07-2434 min
The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson127 Dr. James Cox - D.I.S.H. & Cox Technic James M. Cox, DC, DACBR, FICC, Hon.D.Litt., FACO(H) Dr. Cox is the developer of Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction Manipulation and the proud participant in the on-going federal research projects involving the National University of Health Sciences, Palmer College of Chiropractic Research Center, Loyola Stritch School of Medicine, University of Illinois, University of Iowa, Auburn University, etc. He is a member of the postgraduate faculty of the National University of Health Sciences and has been privileged to speak throughout the world. On this episode of The Back Doctors Podcast, he shares a...
2019-07-2220 minMedicusEp19 | The Anatomy of Dr. DauzvardisAnybody who has taken an Anatomy course can tell you about their eccentric Anatomy professor. It seems that a unique personality is a prerequisite to teaching this course that has been a vital part of the medical school curriculum for so long. On this episode of Medicus, Neal and our guest host, Hye-Jin Yun, welcome Dr. Dauzvardis, anatomy professor at the Stritch School of Medicine. Together they discuss Dr. D’s journey to becoming an anatomy professor and the experiences that shaped him into becoming an educator for student doctors. We also dive into how the instruction of anatomy ha...
2019-07-2045 min
RoS: Review of SystemsJoshua Freeman – Designing a Fair & Equitable Healthcare SystemDr. Joshua Freeman is a family physician, health policy researcher, social justice activist, and writer. He publishes a widely-read blog, “Medicine and Social Justice”, and in 2015 published a book, Health, Medicine and Justice: Designing a fair and equitable healthcare system (Copernicus Healthcare press), which is available on Amazon and other sites, in both softcover and electronic versions.
This week, Thomas Kim chats with Dr. Freeman about some of the major themes of the book: why the US health care system fails to produce a healthy population, the role of profit in American medicine, why he uses social just...
2019-05-2400 minMedicusEp17 | Why Would a Physician Get an MBA?With 500 medical students getting an MD/MBA combined degree every year, along with many attending physicians enrolling in executive MBA programs, it is increasingly common to see practicing physicians taking a role in healthcare administration. Today we invited Nelly Gonzalez who pioneered her own dual degree program here at Loyola to talk about her experience and the importance of having people with clinical experience in administrative roles.
Nelly Gonzalez-Lepage is currently a 4th year MD/MBA student at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. She graduated from University of California Berkeley with a...
2019-04-1943 minMedicusEp12 | Becoming a Resilient PhysicianMany physicians will tell you that there will come a time where you are so fatigued mentally, physically and emotionally that you begin to lose sight of why you pursued a career in medicine in the first place. These moments are extremely challenging and can leave you feeling isolated, disengaged from your work, and full of more questions than answers.
In this episode we sat down with Dr. Greg Ozark, the Vice President/Assistant Dean of Graduate Medical Education at Loyola Stritch School of Medicine. In our discussion, he shares his strategies and insights on how to rem...
2019-03-1555 minMedicusEp04 | Bioethics and Faith in MedicineOne of the most difficult questions that patients can ask a healthcare provider is “why me?”. To complicate things further, this question is often posed with spiritual or religions undertones, i.e. “why is X, Y, Z god doing this to me?” While healthcare providers seek to treat the physical, at one point in their career they will be challenged to respond to questions of spiritual and religious doubt. This is no easy task, as studies have shown that spiritual care is an enigmatic area for healthcare providers with multiple barriers (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28249545?log$=activity...
2019-01-2554 minMedicusEp03 | Must-Hear Discussion on Medical School AdmissionsFor students hoping to go through the rigorous process of becoming a physician, the challenge begins before they even set foot in a school. Navigating the application process is a daunting task. In 2018, medical schools in the US admitted, on average, just 4.1% of the applicants to their school (https://www.aamc.org/data/facts/applicantmatriculant/). That translates to 41% of the total 52,777 applicants claiming a spot in the first year class at a medical school this year. With thousands of qualified applicants vying for less than 200 spots, how does an admissions department approach the process of selecting the young men...
2019-01-181h 14
The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson096 Dr. James Cox - Cervical Myelopathy and Cox TechnicSpine specialist, Dr. James Cox shares two stories of difficult neck conditions treated successfully with Cox® Technic. Dr. Cox is the developer of Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction Manipulation and the proud participant in the on-going federal research projects involving the National University of Health Sciences, Palmer College of Chiropractic Research Center, Loyola Stritch School of Medicine, University of Illinois, University of Iowa, Auburn University, etc. He is a member of the postgraduate faculty of the National University of Health Sciences and has been privileged to speak for many chiropractic associations throughout the world. He is a Fellow of...
2018-08-2042 min
First Fridays at LCHCEpisode 1 - Dr. Douglas E. Anderson - 05.04.18Welcome to our first First Friday! Dr. Douglas E. Anderson is the chair of the department of neurological surgery of Loyola Medicine and the Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, and one of the nation's most accomplished neurosurgeons. He has performed over 3,000 complex brain surgeries, and provides us with fascinating insight into the mysteries of and connection between the brain, mind and spirit.
2018-06-011h 02First Fridays at LCHCEpisode 1 - Dr. Douglas E. Anderson - 05.04.18Welcome to our first First Friday! Dr. Douglas E. Anderson is the chair of the department of neurological surgery of Loyola Medicine and the Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, and one of the nation's most accomplished neurosurgeons. He has performed over 3,000 complex brain surgeries, and provides us with fascinating insight into the mysteries of and connection between the brain, mind and spirit.
2018-06-011h 02
The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson045 - Dr. James Cox - Back SurgeryShould you have back surgery? What are your options? What if you already have had back surgery, but still have pain? Listen to Dr. James M. Cox to hear the latest research on this topic. Dr. Cox is the developer of Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction Manipulation and the proud participant in the on-going federal research projects involving the National University of Health Sciences, Palmer College of Chiropractic Research Center, Loyola Stritch School of Medicine, University of Illinois, University of Iowa, Auburn University, etc. He is a member of the postgraduate faculty of the National University of Health Scie...
2017-06-1236 min
Pamela Wible Reports2017 Loyola Commencement SpeechDr. Pamela Wible, nominated the "most inspiring individual" by the graduating class of Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, delivers the Commencement Speech on May 20, 2017.
2017-05-2318 min
Ethics TalkAccepting Applications for Medical School from "DREAMers" - February 2015This month, AMA Journal of Ethics theme editor Marta Michalska-Smith, a second-year medical student at the Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, interviewed Linda Brubaker, MD, MS, and Marc G. Kuczewski, PhD, about Stritch's admissions policy welcoming applications from students of DACA status and the challenges and promise of implementing this strategy. Dr. Brubaker is dean of the Stritch School of Medicine and Dr. Kuczewski is director of the Neiswanger Institute for Bioethics and Health Policy and chair of the Department of Medical Education at the Stritch School of Medicine.
2015-02-0108 minEthics TalkAccepting Applications for Medical School from "DREAMers" - February 2015This month, AMA Journal of Ethics theme editor Marta Michalska-Smith, a second-year medical student at the Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, interviewed Linda Brubaker, MD, MS, and Marc G. Kuczewski, PhD, about Stritch's admissions policy welcoming applications from students of DACA status and the challenges and promise of implementing this strategy. Dr. Brubaker is dean of the Stritch School of Medicine and Dr. Kuczewski is director of the Neiswanger Institute for Bioethics and Health Policy and chair of the Department of Medical Education at the Stritch School of Medicine.
2015-02-0108 min
Professor Alan North - Audio4. Loyola School of Medicine, Illinois, and electrophysiology how opiates act on singleProfessor Alan North grew up in West Yorkshire and studied medicine at the University of Aberdeen before taking a PhD in pharmacology (1973). He moved to the US in 1975 as Associate Professor of Pharmacology at Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine, before becoming Professor of Neuropharmacology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and Senior Scientist and Professor at the Vollum Institute of Oregon Health Sciences University, Portland. In 1993, he was appointed Principal Scientist at the Glaxo Institute for Molecular Biology, Geneva, and returned to England in 1998 as Professor of Molecular Physiology at the University of Sheffield, and Director of its Institute...
2009-04-2400 min