Medical Exporations

Join host Justin Yon in this episode of Medical Explorations as he sits down with Dr. Gregory C. Collins, Chief Medical Officer at Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers and internist affiliated with AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center. Dr. Collins reflects on his path from earning his MD at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School to completing his internal medicine training at Overlook Medical Center, and ultimately stepping into a leadership role shaping care across South Jersey. He shares insights into overseeing clinical quality and care delivery within federally qualified health centers, advancing access and equity for underserved communities, and leading innovation across primary care, pediatrics, women’s health, and more. Discover how Dr. Collins balances frontline clinical experience with system-level leadership to improve outcomes for thousands of patients. 

Join host Justin Yon in this episode of Medical Explorations as he speaks with Dr. Adva Buzi, pediatric otolaryngologist at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and Associate Professor at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Buzi shares her journey from medical training at Baylor to leading the Sinonasal Program at CHOP, her insights on treating complex sinusitis during COVID-19, and her efforts to improve surgical safety in pediatric tonsillectomy. Discover how she balances cutting-edge research, surgical excellence, and the mentorship of the next generation of physicians. 

 In this episode of Medical Explorations, host Justin Yon sits down with Dr. Gabriel Catalina, co-director of AtlantiCare’s Perioperative Medicine Department, to explore how careful preoperative planning can minimize surgical risks and improve patient outcomes. Drawing on a career that spans Yale training, private practice, and leadership in perioperative care, Dr. Catalina shares insights on the evolving role of internal medicine in the surgical journey. Along the way, we get a glimpse into his personal life as a husband, father of three, athlete, and mentor to the next generation of physicians. 

 Join us for an insightful conversation with Kara Jansons, Lead Director of the Atlantic County Public Health Division and Public Health Officer. Kara shares what it’s like to oversee vital health programs, respond to community needs, and navigate the challenges of keeping an entire county healthy. Whether you’re a student, aspiring public health professional, or simply curious about how public health works, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the people and systems protecting our communities. 

In this very first episode of Medical Explorations, I introduce myself (Justin Yon, a high school student with a passion for medicine and public health) and share why I started this podcast.This series is dedicated to exploring real careers in medicine through conversations with physicians, med students, health policy leaders, and more. I’ll talk with people on the front lines and behind the scenes to learn what it really takes to work in healthcare and what students like us need to know.In this episode, you’ll hear:What inspired this podcastWhat kinds of guests and topics to expectA bit about my background and motivationWhether you’re thinking about becoming a doctor, working in healthcare policy, or just curious about the medical field—this podcast is for you.Stay tuned for our special guest in episode 2!