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Arthritis At Home (+ On the Go)Insights into the pathogenesis and biomarkers related to systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseasesIn this episode of #ArthritisAtHome, we are sharing the #CRArthritis 2025 interview with Mr. Nathan Barreth, a Public Health Science Student of Medicine at the University of Calgary. He joins ACE’s Kelly Lendvoy to review his participation in a workshop focussed on systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases (SARDs) and some of the unmet needs in SARD patients, the impact of SARDs on our healthcare system, and the potential value of biomarkers that can help close the gaps related to managing these patients. Additional learning resourceNathan Barreth’s Podcast “Journey to Medicine” The Myositis Association: About Myosi...
2025-03-2010 min
Journey To MedicineE8 - Aryan Derodra: Let Your Passion Fuel Your JourneyAryan graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of Science this year and has been admitted to the Doctor of Medicine program at the Temerty School of Medicine, University of Toronto.
In this episode, we discuss Aryan’s journey to becoming a medical student. Specifically, Aryan provides useful strategies for writing the MCAT, taking CASPer, finding references, and much more. I hope you enjoy listening!
2024-06-1625 minJourney To MedicineE7 - Bilal Shakir: Be Bold And Be True To YourselfBilal graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of Health Sciences and has been admitted to the Doctor of Medicine program at the Temerty School of Medicine, University of Toronto.
In this episode, we discuss Bilal’s journey to becoming a medical student. To begin, Bilal touches on strategies for studying, time management, and extracurricular involvement during undergrad. In addition, Bilal discusses his approach to writing the MCAT, preparing his application essays, and attending medical school interviews, providing his own advice to aspiring medical students. I hope you enjoy listening!
2024-05-271h 30Journey To MedicineE6 - Gavin Thomas: Med Mock InterviewerGavin is currently completing a master’s in neuroscience at the University of Calgary and is the developer of Med Mock Interviewer; an AI-power tool to help medical school applicants prepare for medical school interviews. This tool allows the user to simulate medical school interviews, with expert-level feedback and original questions.
In this episode, we discuss how Gavin built Med Mock Interviewer, the tool’s evaluation process for the user’s responses and the future directions he hopes the project will take. In addition, Gavin touches on his view of AI’s role in healthcar...
2024-01-2930 minJourney To MedicineE5 - Eddie Guo: Find Your ReasonEddie studied neuroscience for two years, then studied engineering for another two years at the University of Alberta before being accepted into the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary. Eddie is in his second year of the three-year MD program offered by the Cumming School of Medicine and is going to begin his clerkship in the coming weeks.
In this episode, we touch on Eddie’s interests and how they ultimately led him to medicine. Eddie discusses how studying engineering as an undergraduate affected his approach to writing the MCAT and pr...
2023-12-2730 minJourney To MedicineE4 - Shubh Patel: Enjoy The Journey, Not The DestinationShubh is a Schulich leader scholar, a former biomedical sciences student at the University of Calgary, and is currently completing his first year of medical school at the University of Toronto.
In this episode, we discuss Shubh’s experiences with the Bachelor of Health Sciences program, conducting research, and personal experiences which, collectively, have fueled his passion for medicine. Furthermore, Shubh touches on the specific strategies and approaches he employed for taking the MCAT, writing his application essays, as well as medical school interviews. I hope you enjoy listening!
2023-11-2557 minJourney To MedicineE3 - Specialization Series | Dr. Chuck Boldt on AnesthesiologyDr. Boldt has over 30 years of experience as an anesthesiologist and discusses in this episode why he chose to pursue his specialization. Additionally, Dr. Boldt discusses what the day-to-day life of an anesthesiologist can look like and highlights upcoming and ongoing changes to his practice.
In this episode, we touch on all things anesthesia, discussing its vast nuances and different sub-specializations one can pursue as an anesthesiologist. Furthermore, Dr. Boldt discusses how medical practitioners must also be constantly learning about advancements and information relating to their practice in order to provide the best care...
2023-11-2528 minJourney To MedicineE2 - Dr. Brianne St. Hillaire: Medicine is Worth itDr. Brianne St. Hillaire practices family medicine in the Peace Region of northern Alberta, Canada and recently finished her residency program in Grande Prairie. Prior to completing her time as a resident, Dr. St. Hillaire graduated from the University of Alberta with a Bachelor of Science with an honours degree in neuroscience where she also would go on to complete medical school.
In this episode, we touch on different aspects of building one’s resume for a medical school application such as completing research and studying for the MCAT. Additionally, Dr. St. Hillaire speaks ab...
2023-11-2522 minJourney To MedicineE1 - Dr. Melody Biette: Medicine is a MarathonDr. Melody Biette practices family medicine in the Peace Region of Alberta, Canada and is a recent medical graduate from the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary and completed her residency at the University of Alberta.
In this episode, we discuss Dr. Biette's unconventional journey to medicine as well as touch on specifics regarding the interview process and medical school experience at the Cumming School of Medicine. Furthermore, Dr. Biette speaks on the life of a resident as well as how and why she decided to pursue family medicine. I hope...
2023-07-1337 min
Journey To MedicineE0 - Pilot EpisodeWhat is Journey To Medicine?
Journey To Medicine is a podcast dedicated towards providing inspiration and advice to the next generation of practicing physicians within Canada. Join Nathan Barreth and listen in on his conversations with medical school students, residents, and doctors across Canada to learn more about the pathway one must undertake to becoming a medical practitioner.
Listen to Journey To Medicine for free wherever you get your podcasts today! If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe and leave a review.
2023-07-0200 min