Episodes
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Surviving Clerkships: Family Medicine
On today's episode, Alana reflects on her experiences rotating in both inpatient and outpatient Family Medicine. She gives us an update on her life as a 3rd year, some tips on how to be the most helpful med student in a hospital/clinic setting, and how to get the most out of your family medicine...
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Brown Girl Talk: Confidence, Dating, and Finding Yourself
Today, Saie talks about her worst dating stories and finding confidence both in your professional and personal life. Enjoy the first episode in a series called: Brown Girl Talk, all about our own lives as boss women in STEM. Follow Us! Podcast Saie
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All About Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation with Luisa Burgos
Alia chats with Luisa Burgos, a fourth year medical student who just matched into a Physical Medicine and Rehab residency. She explains to us the field of PM&R and why she chose this field. She also talks about how to be competitive for this field. Follow Us: Podcast: @browngirlwhitecoatpod Alia:...
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The Arab Girl in Medicine, Mental Health, and Borderline Personality Disorder ft. Yara Khalifa
On today's episode, Alia chats with Yara about being a Arab Muslim female in medicine, her personal experience with Borderline Personality Disorder (not medical advice), and the upcoming election. Follow us! Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/browngirlwhitecoatpod Alia:...
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Talking Pulmonary and Critical Care with Dr. Neena Chandrasekaran
On this week's episode Avi talks to Dr. Neena Chandrasekaran (@neenzmd), a pulmonary & critical care fellow in Detroit, Michigan. They share their medical school experiences having both attended an international medical school. Dr. Chandrasekaran also shares some great tips for medical students,...
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Surviving Clerkships: Psychiatry
On today's episode, Alana shares her experience rotating in a psychiatric hospital as her first clerkship. She also teaches us about some common diagnoses in psychiatry and advice to master your OSCE and shelf exam. Follow Us: Alana: https://www.instagram.com/browngirlwhitecoatpod Alana:...
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How I Decided on Pediatrics & Match 2021 Experience
In today's solo episode, Alia discusses her experience with the Match 2021, why she chose to enter Pediatrics and how you can too! Follow her @medicalglam to see all her residency experiences!
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My 5 Critical Tips for USMLE Step 1
Saie talks about the 5 most critical tips for studying for USMLE Step 1, as well as catches up and talks about her own mental health during this time. Feel free to reach out to us for a copy of the study schedule she used to study! Follow Us! Podcast:...
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A Peek into the Life of an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Specialist
On today's episode, Alana interviews her mentor, Dr. Ike Okwuosa, an advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology specialist, as well as the Assistant Dean and Assistant Professor of medical education at Northwestern University. They chat about his journey to and through cardiac medicine, how...
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The Latest on the COVID-19 Vaccine ft. Dr. Purvi Parikh
On today's episode, Avi speaks with Dr. Purvi Parikh, an allergist and immunologist and vaccine researcher who has been involved in the Pfizer-BioNTech and Oxford-Astra Zeneca COVID vaccine clinical trials. Follow us! Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/browngirlwhitecoatpod/ Avi:...
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Is General Surgery the Right Career for You? ft. Heba (@essenceofmed)
Alia interviews Heba of @essenceofmed, a fellow IG blogger and friend, who is applying for general surgery this year. She takes us through why she chose this specialty, and how being an Arab Muslim female impacts this decision (or if it even does). Follow Us: Podcast: @browngirlwhitecoatpod Alia:...
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So You Want to Learn About Podiatry School? Navigating an Underestimated Field of Medicine
On today's episode, Alana chats with Yona, a 3rd year podiatry student about all things podiatry school and podiatric medicine. He also shares some tips on the best ways to maximize your time as a professional student. In honor of Black History Month, Alana briefly sheds some light on the...
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What a Business Degree Can Do For You as a Physician
On today's episode, Avi chats with Dr. Amani Jambhekar who is a breast surgeon oncologist currently building a breast cancer program in Houston, TX. They talk about Dr. Jambhekar's decision to obtain an MBA degree and how an MBA can help in the medical field. Dr. Jambhekar also shares her...
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The Culture of Medical Education and Taking Care of Yourself in the Process ft. Dr. Carranza-Chahal
On today's episode, Alia chats with Dr. Carranza Chahal about the culture of medicine, why it is the way it is, and how we can take care of ourselves during the process. She also shares with us how she started her writing business and how it has been a great tool for creativity expression for…
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Amanda Wan on Starting Her Own Podcast, Getting Sponsored, and "Influencing"
Amanda joins us today to talk about her awesome podcast - Behind the Girl Boss, as well as her YouTube channel and businesses. Saie and Amanda talk about all things podcasting, from how to get started, host, and find guests. Follow Amanda Wan - @itsamandawan Follow the Podcast -...
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Dr. Arumala on Life as an OBGYN and Making Yourself Indispensable
On today's episode, Alana chats with Dr. Ruth Arumala, an OBGYN, reproductive surgeon and and assistant professor at TCU-UNTHSC school of medicine. They talk about all things OBGYN, underestimation of black women in medicine and she also gives advice on building confidence in your field of work....
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Navigating Life as a Physician Couple
On today's episode, Avi chats with her husband, Dr. Abhishek Singh. He is a Family Medicine physician practicing Academic Medicine. They chat about navigating life as a physician couple and about his career in the field of Academic Medicine. Follow Us: Podcast:...
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Dr. Asra Mazhar on the COVID-19 Vaccine and a Career in Family Medicine
Dr. Mazhar joins Alia today to discuss the COVID-19 vaccine, family medicine residency, and life as a new attending with a toddler. Follow Us: Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/browngirlwhitecoatpod/ Alia: https://www.instagram.com/medicalglam/ Dr. Mazhar:...
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Dr. Owolabi on Her Passion for Pediatrics, Small-Scale Advocacy, and Academic Medicine
Today, Dr. Owolabi, a pediatrician from Baylor College of Medicine, joins us to talk about her journey to academic medicine, advocacy on a smaller scale and what that means to her, and why she's so passionate about working with kids. Follow Us: Podcast:...
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A Mindful Moment With Alana
On today's episode, Alana invites us to take a breather. She discusses the benefits of mindfulness, and her journey following a daily routine meant to help with mental clarity and taking ownership of the controllable aspects of our lives. Follow us! Podcast:...
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It's Time to Humanize Doctors: Dr. Kara Pepper on Physician Burnout
On today's episode, Avi chats with Dr. Kara Pepper, an internal medicine physician and life coach who specializes in burnout, perfectionism and imposter syndrome. Follow Us on IG: Avi @dr.avivarma Dr. Pepper @karapeppermd Also check out Dr. Pepper's website karapeppermd.com.
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Siblings in Medicine: Alia and her brother take us back to their roots
On today's episode, Alia brings on her brother, a second year medical student, to chat about their childhood, fitness and mental health. Hear them chat about how far they made it and the trials and triumphs along the way! Follow us: Podcast: https://instagram.com/browngirlwhitecoatpod Abdullah's...
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Your Co-Hosts Discuss Self-Care, Mental Health, and Being "Influencers"
Today, all four co-hosts are on the podcast to talk to ya'll about self-care during these rough winter and pandemic months, mental health, their personal lives, and what influencing on Instagram means to them. Follow us: Saie: https://www.instagram.com/saiebear/ Alana:...
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Dr. Ghidey on Being a Research Scientist, Grad School, and Dating a Med Student
On today's episode, Meron, Saie's boyfriend, joins us to talk about his grad school experience - everything from choosing a grad school to attaining research as an undergraduate student. We also chat about maintaining a relationship and making time for each other with both of our busy schedules....
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Dr. Huffman on Being Your Best Self and Work-Life Integration in Medicine
On today's episode, Alana chats with Dr. Miranda Huffman about how she balances her professional and personal lives as a Family Physician, maintaining hobbies when you're busy, and how to tune into what makes you your best self. Follow Us: Alana: https://www.instagram.com/pagingdrbryant/ Podcast:...
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Dr. Sinha on Medicine, Mental Health, & Motherhood
On today's episode, Avi chats with Dr. Flora Sinha about the struggles of postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety, and the stigma around mental health particularly in the South Asian community. They also chat about their roles as physicians and as mothers and their personal struggles with...
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Dr. Smith on Advocacy for Students, Cultural Competency, & Emergency Medicine
In this episode, Dr. Smith talks about being an EM resident in Philadelphia as well as her research and work related to health disparity reduction and provider cultural/linguistic competence. Follow us! http://www.instagram.com/dr.kjsmith http://www.instagram.com/saiebear...
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Introducing Three New Co-Hosts and the New Season
In this episode, I introduce my new co-hosts: Alana, Alia, and Avi - three amazing women who will bring fresh perspectives and awesome episodes for Season 2 of the podcast. Follow us at: https://www.instagram.com/browngirlwhitecoatpod Saie: https://www.instagram.com/saiebear Alana:...
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DO vs. MD: Dispelling Myths, Comparing Study Routines, and All About OMM ft. Shanon
Today, I sit down with Shanon (@shanonology) to talk about her DO school experiences, dispel misconceptions about DO school, and discuss the benefits of learning OMM. We talk about USMLE vs. COMLEX as well as our thoughts on USMLE becoming pass/fail starting for the class of 2023. Shanon's…
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Podiatry School, Morning Routines, and Being a Brown Girl in Medicine ft. Ash (@mindyoursole)
On today's episode, I sit down with Ash, a second year podiatry student at Temple School of Podiatric Medicine. We talk about everything from her unconventional journey to the importance of self care and personal development. Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindyoursole/ Follow...
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PT School Applications, Lifestyle, and Social Media Activism ft. Dashaé (@thecurlyclinician)
Today, Dashaé joins me to give us the rundown on all things PT school - from her personal journey to what a full functioning physical therapist's life will look like. We also talk about how COVID-19 has changed her schooling and her personal activism in the wake of racial injustice. Follow her on...
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All About Instagram: Brand Deals, Creating Content, and Making Time For It All
In this episode, I detail my entire work flow when it comes to Instagram - content creation, photo editing, and how to encourage engagement within your audience. Make sure to follow me on all my socials: https://www.instagram.com/saiebear/ http://instagram.com/browngirlwhitecoatpod Sponsor - Hero...
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Social Media in Medical School, Self-Care, and Deciding on a Clinical Specialty ft. Alia (@medicalglam)
Today, I sit down with Alia from @medicalglam to talk about deciding on a clinical specialty and the changes the Coronavirus pandemic has forced medical students to make. Instagram: @saiebear Alia's Instagram: @medicalglam Podcast Instagram: @browngirlwhitecoatpod
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BS/MD Programs: The Low Down on Applying, Interviewing, and Not Taking the MCAT
Today, I'm talking about my experience in a BS/MD program, the pros and cons, and how to make sure you stand out as an applicant. I discuss interviews, personal statements, and some tips and tricks that worked for me. FREE PIXORIZE MCAT PLATFORM: https://bit.ly/2KFlu3s Instagram: @saiebear…
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Motivation Minisode: Classes to Take in Undergrad, Rotation Schedule, and My 2020 Manifestations
This episode is a Q&A and a chance for you guys to get to know me and my progression throughout medical school a little bit better. Hopefully this is a motivating episode for your day and gets you in grind mode for the rest of the week! Pixorize FREE MCAT TOOL: https://bit.ly/2QyHosY My Personal...
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Adam Goodcoff on Work-Life Balance, Clinical Clerkships, and Using Social Media as a Med Student
Today, Adam Goodcoff (@seethemedlife) joins me to talk about his experience with clinical clerkships and how to use this time to figure yourself out. We also discuss his educational approach to social media and what being active on Instagram and Youtube has done for him in terms of creating a...
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MD/PhD Programs: Applying, Interviewing, Research, and the Day-to-Day ft. Yajur and Snigdha
Today, MD/PhD candidates from Baylor College of Medicine (Yajur and Snigdha) join me to talk about their application and interviewing process as well as their current course work as second years in this program. They give us an inside look into what their program consists of and the kinds of...
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Dr. Dara Kass on Feminism, the Upcoming Presidential Election, and Equity in Emergency Medicine
Dr. Kass joins me today for a vivacious discussion on feminism and the TimesUp movement in healthcare, why Mayor Pete is her choice candidate in the upcoming election, and her advice to current medical and premed students who want to create lasting and meaningful change. Instagram: @saiebear...
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Medical School Interviewing: What to Say and What Not to Do ft. Sully
Today, Sully (aka @sullythedoc) joins me to talk about his recent interviewing process for medical school, how he prepared, and what ultimately led him to gain an acceptance! Instagram: @saiebear Podcast Instagram: @browngirlwhitecoatpod Go follow Sully: @sullythedoc
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Dr. Tanvi Joshi on Healthy Habits, Residency, and Advice for Clinical Rotations
Dr. Joshi aka my lovely sister joins us back again to talk about how residency is going so far and gives us advice on tackling medical school clinical rotations. We also answer a listen question at the very end. Thanks so much to every for submitting DMs and questions! Podcast Instagram:...
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A Quarter-life Crisis and Handling Burnout
Today, I talk about how medical school is not always pretty and the doubts I have while going through this whole journey. Instagram: @browngirlwhitecoatpod Personal: @saiebear
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Peeyush Shrivastava on Starting Genetesis, Being an Empathetic Entrepreneur, and Pitching His Ideas to Mark Cuban
"Find problems and write them down." Peeyush joins me today to talk about his wild journey from starting Genetesis with his friends to turning it into a revolutionary technology ready to implement in emergency rooms everywhere. We talk about his favorite books, role models, the qualities he…
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Gap Year Ideas to Strengthen Your Application, Case Managing, and Hot Seat ft. Andy
My classmate at Baylor College of Medicine, Andy, joins me today to talk about her three gap years, two of which she spent being a case manager in Houston. She details how this experience made her a better applicant and better human. We also play a game of hot seat at the beginning to get to know...
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Productivity for Pre-Med Summers, Glow-ups, and Interview Questions ft. Varenya
Varenya Nallur is an Instagram fashion and beauty blogger who is also an incoming medical student. She and I chat about premed summers and what to do to stay productive and boost your application during this critical time. We also offer interview question help and discuss her premed journey and...
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The "Short Coat Podcast" Crew Helps Me Answer Listener Questions
As a collaboration with the Short Coat Podcast, medical students from the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine join to help answer listener questions. We talk about everything from applying to medical school and having a "plan b," to our most embarrassing moments as students. Instagram:...
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Dr. Atul Maheshwari on Treating Epilepsy, Delivering Bad News, and Artificial Intelligence
Dr. Maheshwari is a neurologist, assistant professor, and research scientist specializing in Epilepsy. Today, he joins me to talk about everything from his experiences in academic medicine to his opinions on Artificial Intelligence in the field of neurology and sleep hygiene. He is so passionate...
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Dr. Mary Brandt on Women in Surgery, Gun Violence, and Wellness
"Don't hurt anything that has a name." Dr. Brandt, a full time pediatric surgeon and Professor of Surgery, Pediatrics, and Medical Ethics at Baylor College of Medicine, joins to discuss her passions and advice for medical students. We talk about everything from her experiences being the only…
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Burnout & Inspiring Women Who Help Me Overcome It
Catch up with Saie as she talks about the upcoming term in medical school and what she's studying. Saie also reflects on the past term and grappling with bouts of burnout and highlights the stories of boss women who helped her overcome this feeling. Instagram - @saiebear
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Being Productive, Self-Care, & Dating in Med School ft. Manasi and Varsha
Today, Manasi and Varsha, fellow first years in medical school, join Saie to talk about how to get over a spell of low productivity and how to take care of yourself during stressful situations. Hope you enjoy this relaxed girl chat about everything from kitchen appliances to boyfriends!…
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Health, Fitness, Goal Setting + Q&A Ft. Jacqueline
Jacqueline, one of my best friends joins for a girl chat on lifestyle, health & fitness, and New Year's goals. We both answer listener questions at the end about paying for medical school and what they do outside of studying their lives away. Instagram: @browngirlwhitecoatpod Personal Instagram:...