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MedicMapStop! You are cardiac arrested: Intro to the field of Cardiology | An Electrophysiologist's PerspectiveOn this episode of Medicmap, we have Dr. Jacques Rizkallah, a cardiac electrophysiologist in Calgary, Alberta. Tune in to listen to his unconventional path into the field of cardiology and the advice he has to share with medical students, residents, and anyone who is interested in pursuing a career in medicine.
2024-08-1016 minMedicMapA bone to pick: Orthopaedic Surgery-A Resident PerspectiveOn this episode of MedicMap, we have Dr. Ethan Sanders, an orthopaedic surgery resident based in Calgary, Alberta. Tune in to learn about the ins and outs of the residency process and expectations from a residents perspective.
2024-04-0427 minMedicMapHow Eye Roll: Opthalmology 101Jamie Bhamra is a highly skilled Ophthalmologist specializing in various advanced procedures such as cataract and cornea surgery, cornea cross-linking, and treatments for ocular surface diseases and dry eye. Based in Calgary, Alberta, he offers comprehensive Ophthalmology services and has a vast experience performing numerous cataract surgeries both nationally and internationally. His research, which has gained accolades, focuses on areas like cornea cross-linking, cornea endothelialitis, and various aspects of refractive surgery including cataract surgery, the use of premium IOLs, Femtosecond Laser Assisted Cataract Surgery, and corneal ectasia. We are proud to feature him in our very first ophthalmology episode.
2023-11-2322 minMedicMapKnocked Out: The World of AnesthesiologyOn this episode of MedicMap, we are proud to introduce you all to Dr. Debbie Mcallister, a pediatric anesthesiologist and residency program director based in Calgary, Alberta. Have a listen to this episode if you are interested in pursuing a career in anesthesiology and would like to learn more about how to set yourself up for success with CARMS applications and residency.
2023-10-2425 minMedicMapThe Brain Whisperer: Neuropsychiatry/Another Look at Psychiatry On this episode of MedicMap we will focus on the field of neuropsychiatry. Becoming a neuropsychiatrist requires a fellowship following 5 years of residency training as a psychiatrist. While fellowships for neuropsychiatry are very common in the states, there are very few programs in Canada that offer these fellowships. There may be different ways to practice within the scope of a neuropsychiatrist without doing the fellowship, but this varies from province to province and from institutions/programs. On today's episode we have the expert, Dr. Megan Howlett, a neuropsychiatry fellow in Calgary to tell us all about a career in neuropsychiatry...
2023-08-2521 minMedicMapTrust me, I'm an internist: Welcome to General Internal MedicineOn today's episode, we have Dr. Leanne Reimche for an episode on general internal medicine. She is a clinical associate professor at the university of Calgary and the section head for general internal medicine in the Calgary zone. She is an amazing instructor and practitioner with an interest in lifestyle medicine. In addition to providing in-patient care, she also has a specialty practice focused on metabolic syndrome, diabetes, hypertension, fatty liver and obesity.
2023-08-1028 minMedicMapRash Decisions: The world of dermatologyOn today's episode we have the wonderful Dr. Laurie Parsons for an episode on a career in dermatology. She is a dermatologist based in Calgary and a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Calgary. Her expertise are in wound care and contact dermatitis and she has been instrumental in shaping the education of aspiring dermatologists. In addition to her commitment to education at the undergraduate medical level, she also plays a significant role in national dermatology resident physician teaching. I had the privilege of learning dermatology through her lens and from what I remember, she was extremely receptive...
2023-08-0224 minMedicMapAches, Pains and Strains: Intro to Pediatrics and Pediatric RheumatologyDr. Nicole Johnson, a pediatric rheumatologist based in Calgary. She is a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Calgary and received her university education at Canadian Institutions including McGill, McMaster, Queen’s and the University of Toronto. She is advocate for community awareness for children with rheumatic diseases and I had the honour of attending Dr. Johnson’s patient presentations where she had her young patients and their families join us for the afternoon to tell us about their experiences with different rheumatic conditions and the healthcare system. At this presentation she was referred to as a personal angel by e...
2023-07-0633 min
MedicMapSOS: Emergency Medicine and Social MediaWelcome to MedicMap where we dive deep into the minds of experts from various specialties in the medical field. I’m your host Sharon Parappally Joseph and Today, I am excited to announce our very special guest Dr. Shazma Mithani, an emergency medicine physician based in Edmonton. I came to know about Dr. Mithani while grabbing coffee with one of my colleagues and she showed me her instagram and I was in absolute awe of how cool her platform is and the wonderful things that she does on a day to day basis. So not only is she an am...
2023-06-2921 min
MedicMapBig Brain Energy: A Career in NeurosurgeryHello everyone and welcome to medic map the podcast explores, diverse medical careers. I am your host, Sharon Joseph, and today we will be exploring a career in neurosurgery with our special guest Dr. Micheal Yang. Dr. Yang is a distinguished neurosurgeon and an expert in spine surgery based in Calgary. He received his MD at the University of British Columbia, and completed his neurosurgery residency at the University of Calgary. He also holds a Masters of Science in Health Services Research and completed a clinical fellowship in complex, minimally invasive spine surgery at the University of Miami. If...
2023-06-2121 min
MedicMapMedicMap: TrailerMedicMap is a podcast designed for those who are interested in pursuing a career in medicine or are already on that path and looking for guidance. Each episode features interviews with professionals in various medical specialties. The guests share their experiences, insights, and advice on navigating the complex landscape of medicine, from choosing a specialty to networking to managing work-life balance. Whether you are just starting out or already well into your medical career, MedicMap is a valuable resource for anyone looking to map out their path to success in the field of medicine.
2023-05-0400 min
MedicMapHearing voices: Inside the Career of a Psychiatrist Welcome to our second episode of MEDICMAP where we dive deep into the minds of experts from various specialties in the medical field. Today, we are honoured to have Dr. Susan Poon , a renowned psychiatrist based in Calgary. I’m this episode, we will be exploring the fascinating world of psychiatry, and the unique insights Dr. Poon has to share on her journey throughout medical school, CARMS matching, compensation and the degree of opportunities psychiatry presents. Link regarding financial compensation:https://www.albertadoctors.org/images/ama-master/feature/news-images/no-phys-pymt-rng-spec-grp.png
2023-05-0429 minMedicMapAn Ode to Generalism: Public and Private Family MedicineOur first episode begins with the concept of generalism and generalist medicine. But with a bit of a twist to show you that your career in medicine can really be what you make it to be.In this episode, we have Dr. Brendan Adams, an occupational physician here in Calgary and also a Clinical Assistant professor at the University of Calgary. He has been in practice for over 30 years and is certified by the Canadian College of Family Practice as well as the Canadian Board of Occupational Medicine. Dr. Adams is an expert within Addictions and Aviation...
2023-02-1325 min