Globally Minded Medicine
Quick reviews and helpful tips on medical topics, cultures, customs, and sustainable practices that are applicable at home and abroad.
Episodes
World Humanitarian Day - Real Risks for Aid Workers
On World Humanitarian Day, we honor the healthcare and aid workers who run toward disaster when everyone else runs away. In this episode, we explore what drives medical volunteers to serve—and the hard truths of the risks they face. Disclaimer intro by Claire Eliason. Intro/Outro Music by Westin Wong
Ebola: The Intersection Between Science and Culture
The current Ebola outbreak is leveraging many lessons from previous outbreaks in its control efforts. This episode looks at those lessons where science and culture intersect, and how crucial understanding, respecting, and collaborating with that culture is to responding to outbreaks.Disclaimer intro by Claire Eliason. Intro/Outro Music by Westin Wong
The Past and Future of Measles
Measles is currently having a major comeback…and that’s not a good thing. In this episode we take a look at the history of Measles, from the pre-vaccine era to today, and take a peek into the future we could have if we decide to act. Disclaimer intro by Claire Eliason. Intro/Outro Music by Westin Wong
Improving Your Travel History
Taking a travel history is an important part of every complete medical history, but do we do it well? In this episode, I talk about the importance of a good travel history and, using the mnemonic TIDE, give you some tips on how to take a better travel history.Disclaimer intro by Claire Eliason. Intro/Outro Music by Westin Wong
Episode 14: Urgent Calls from Distant Places
Dr. Marc-David Munk discusses some themes from his new book, URGENT CALLS FROM DISTANT PLACES: An Emergency Doctor’s Notes About Life and Death on the Frontiers of East Africa. Guest Bio: MARC-DAVID MUNK a Canadian/American, has emerged as a prominent figure in healthcare, driving change in emergency medicine and healthcare management across the U.S. and internationally. His career began as an eme
Episode 13: Global Match Making! What to look for in a Global Health Partner
Finding a great Global Health partner in your efforts to serve and make an impact is incredibly important. In this episode, I talk about the benefits of partnering up as well as what to look for in a global health partner.Disclaimer intro by Claire Eliason. Intro/Outro Music by Westin Wong
Episode 12: Nuances of Medical Interpretation
The need for interpretation is common and critical in global medicine. Student doctor Michael Johnson joins the podcast to discuss the nuances of the vital service that helps deliver quality care to our patients.Co-Host/Guest Information:Michael Johnson is an osteopathic medical student at Rocky Vista University in Southern Utah and hails the University of Utah as his alma mater. He has a bachel
Episode 11: The Climate-Health Connection
Have you heard of Deep Ecology? On this episode, student doctors Jess Vergara and Nicole Blekhter dive into the connection between our environment and our health.Co-Host/Guest Information:Nicole Blekhter is a first-generation American from Moldova and Lithuania and currently an Osteopathic Medical Student at Rocky Vista University. She has known she has wanted to become a physician for as long as
Episode 10: Lessons Learned from Antonella Lozano (Reflection Series)
As part of our Reflection Series, Student Doctor Antonella Lozano shares some of her thoughts and lessons learned through her personal experiences in Global Medicine.Co-Host/Guest Information: Antonella Lozano is a medical student passionate about women's health and pediatrics. Growing up as a minority, raised by a single mother, and not having health insurance, she understands how uncomforta
Episode 9: Guinea Worm Disease with Brogan
Student Doctor Brogan Crockett walks us through Dracunculiasis: Guinea Worm Disease. Dracunculiasis: Hard to say...hard to eradicate...but we are making progress!Co-Host/Guest Information:Brogan Crockett OMS, MS, MHA, NR-P is a medical student at Rocky Vista University and first-generation graduate student. A Utah native, he is an alumnus of The University of Utah and Dixie State University. Brog
Episode 8: Sustainable Development Goals
Happy Earth Day! I thought reviewing the 17 Sustainable Development Goals would be a great way to celebrate Earth Day with you all! This info can be found in more detail on the official website: https://sdgs.un.org/goalsYou can also download their SDGs in Action app for more tips and connections: https://sdgsinaction.com/Disclaimer intro by Claire Eliason. Intro/Outro Music by Westin Wong
Episode 7: Podoconiosis with Mia and Maison
Student Doctors Mia Panlilio and Maison Evensen-Martinez guide us through a discussion on what Podoconiosis is and what is being done about it.Co-Host/Guest Information:Mia Panlilio is a second year medical student originally from Walnut Creek, California. She did her undergrad at San Diego State University and then completed a post-bacc program at UC San Diego prior to starting at RVU, and in her
Episode 6: Quick Review on Fast Fashion
In this sustainability episode, Allie Wallace, Arielle Navarro, and Lauren Weber join Dr. Mark discussing Fast Fashion: what is it, why is it bad for us, and what can we do to lessen the problem.Co-Host/Guest Information: Allie Wallace is a current OMS-II at Rocky Vista University in Southern Utah. She received her undergraduate degree in Biology from Iowa State University. She is interested in m
Episode 5: Dengue Part 2 - The Wolbachia Method
Dr. Mark, welcomes back Student Doctors Walker & Walker to discuss the World Mosquito Program's Wolbachia Method and its efforts to control Dengue and other mosquito borne illnesses.Co-Host/Guest Information:Ellison Barlow Walker is currently an OMS-III at Rocky Vista University. She is passionate about global outreach and women's health and hopes to be the best physician possible. S
Episode 4: Dengue Part 1 - The Ins and Outs of "Breakbone Fever"
Student Doctors Walker & Walker join host Dr. Mark discussing the basics of the ins and outs Dengue and Severe Dengue. Co-Host/Guest Information:Ellison Barlow Walker is currently an OMS-III at Rocky Vista University. She is passionate about global outreach and women's health and hopes to be the best physician possible. She currently lives in sunny St. George Utah with her husband and fel
Episode 3: Blizzard of Bugs: The Winter Respiratory Storm
Join podcast host, Dr. Mark, as he does a Current Events Episode discussing the whirlwind of winter respiratory illnesses hitting the northern hemisphere this season, what you can do to protect yourself and others, and what to do if you do get sick.Disclaimer intro by Claire Eliason. Intro Music by Westin WongDisclaimer intro by Claire Eliason. Intro/Outro Music by Westin Wong
Episode 2: Traveler's Diarrhea, "HOLA" cultural mnemonic, and Water Saving Tips
Westin and Tim help discuss how to classify, treat, and prevent traveler's diarrhea, review how the mnemonic "HOLA" can help with cultural exchanges, and share water saving trips.Co-Host/Guest Info:Westin Wong is currently an OMS-III at Rocky Vista University. He received his undergraduate degree in Public Health and is passionate about global and community health. He is interested
Special Guest Episode 1: Refugee Health with Dr. Nicholas Comninellis
Dr. Nicholas Comninellis, President and CEO of INMED, takes us through an overview of the shifting needs of displaced populations. He also discusses how he got involved in Refugee Health and how we can get involved too!To learn more about Dr. Comninellis and the Institute of International Medicine, visit: https://www.inmed.us/ Disclaimer intro by Claire Eliason. Intro/Outro Music by Westin Wong
Episode 1: Malaria, Hot or Cold, and Plastic Bags
Westin and Claire help discuss Malaria, Hot & Cold illnesses, and a tip to reduce our plastic waste.Episode Co-Host Info:Westin Wong is currently an OMS-II at Rocky Vista University. He received his undergraduate degree in Public Health and is passionate about global and community health. He is interested in Ophthalmology, discovering new music, and finding good places to eat wherever he goes!
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