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Multipotent MD
by Ziad and Christopher
Multipotent M.D. is a podcast where we invite Canadian medical students, residents, and physicians to help us navigate through this crazy career we’ve chosen to pursue. Every week we have a guest on the show to chat with us about their experiences in medical school and residency, and to tell us about all the ins and outs of their speciality. We are Ziad and Christopher, 3rd year medical students at Schulich School of Medicine in London, ON, and we invite you to tune in every Thursday for a brand new episode of Multipotent M.D.
Episodes
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Family Medicine with Dr. Natan Veinberg (Residency Reel)
Welcome back to another episode of Residency Reels! This week, we are joined by Dr. Natan Veinberg, PGY1 in Family Medicine at at Western University. Natan shares with us the experiences that led him to medicine and ultimately Family Medicine. He also shares some brilliant advice for aspiring...
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Obstetrics & Gynecology with Dr. Taylor Roebotham (Residency Reel)
Welcome back to another episode of Residency Reels! This week, we are joined by Dr. Taylor Roebotham, PGY3 in Obestetrics and Gynecology at Western University. Taylor provides us with insight into the structure and some of the experiences she has had as a resident in her chosen speciality. She…
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Orthopedic Surgery with Dr. Rhiannon Tracey (Residency Reel)
Welcome back to another episode of Residency Reels! This week, we interview Dr. Rhiannon Tracey, PGY2 in Orthopedic Surgery at Western University. Rhiannon joins us today to discuss her journey to medicine from a non-traditional background! She talks about the day-to-day in Orthopedic surgery,...
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Emergency Medicine with Dr. Brandon Lam (Residency Reel)
Welcome back to Multipotent MD: Residency Reels edition! We're back with a brand new season, and with that, new Royal College subspecialties! The first in our latest batch of residents is the 5-year Emergency Medicine residency, with Dr. Brandon Lam, PGY2 at Western University. We talk about...
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CMHF Laureates - Dr. Jock Murray (Neurology and Multiple Sclerosis)
Today it is a privilege to welcome onto the show Dr. Thomas "Jock" Murray, a 2014 inductee into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame! Dr. Murray is a world-renowned neurologist who is recognized for his extensive research, education, and leadership roles in Multiple Sclerosis. Thank you for joining…
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CMHF Laureates - Dr. Charles Tator (Neurosurgery and Neuroprevention)
Today it is a privilege to welcome onto the show Dr. Charles Tator, a 2009 inductee into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame! Dr. Tator is a world-renowned neurosurgeon and surgical scientist who has fundamentally changed our understanding and approach to traumatic brain injury and acute spinal…
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The Legacy of Dr. Jacalyn Duffin
For this bonus episode, we welcome Lucy Vorobej, a PhD Candidate in History at the University of Waterloo! Lucy speaks on the lasting impacts that Dr. Duffin has had on the field of history, and the legacy she has cemented. A huge thank you to Lucy for her take! Thank you for listening!
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CMHF Laureates - Dr. Jacalyn Duffin (Hematologist & Medical Historian)
Today, it is our honor to speak with Dr. Jacalyn (Jackie) Duffin, an inductee into the 2019 class of the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame. Dr. Duffin was recognized for being a staple in the field of Medical History. She has made significant contributions in our historical understanding of rural...
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The Legacy of Dr. Philip Berger
For this bonus episode we welcome onto the show Tim McCaskell, one of Canada's leading HIV/AIDS activists! Tim joins us to speak on the work of Dr. Berger and some of the lasting impacts of his legacy on the HIV/AIDS community. A huge thank you to Tim for his words, and thanks to our listeners…
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CMHF Laureates - Dr. Philip Berger (Advocate & Activist)
Today it is a privilege to welcome onto the show Dr. Philip Berger, a 2018 inductee into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame! Dr. Berger has been recognized for his incredible work in advocacy and activism on behalf of the HIV/AIDS community, and he has defiantly advocated for equitable access to...
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Urology with Dr. Ernest Chan (Residency Reel)
Welcome back to Multipotent MD! This week, we interview Dr. Ernest Chan, PGY4 in Urology. Dr. Chan walks us through his origin stories and inspirations throughout his journey to medicine: particularly, his mother. He dives into what drove him to Urology, the breadth of the specialty, and the pros...
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Otolaryngology with Dr. Kylen Van Osch (Residency Reel)
This week, Ziad and Christopher interview Dr. Kylen Van Osch, PGY1 in Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery! Kylen discusses her journey to medicine and surgery! She discusses her experience in Clinical Anatomy, and how that influenced her desire to pursue Otolaryngology. She dives into the ins…
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Internal Medicine with Dr. Michal Chwalek (Residency Reel)
Welcome back to Multipotent MD! Ziad and Christopher sit down and chat with Dr. Michal Chwalek, PGY2 in Internal Medicine! Michal talks about his experience doing medical school in Poland prior to moving to London for his residency, what led him to Internal Medicine, his interest in Critical…
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General Surgery with Dr. Rachel Liu (Residency Reel)
Welcome back to Multipotent MD! This week, we interview Dr. Rachel Liu, PGY4 in General Surgery. Rachel gives us a deep dive on her journey to General Surgery and Ontario from BC! She tells us about the General Surgery curriculum, taking a year off to do a masters, being a finalist at the…
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Anesthesiology with Dr. Kado Zimmo (Residency Reel)
Multipotent MD is back with another Residency Reel! This week, Ziad and Christopher interview Dr. Kado Zimmo, PGY2 in Anesthesia at Western University! They dive into Kado's journey through medical school, and his first two years of Anesthesia! They talk about the the curriculum structure,...
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Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery with Dr. Peter Alam (Residency Reel)
Residency Reel is back by popular demand! We kick off the year by welcoming Dr. Peter Alam on to the show to talk about his experience as an R4 in in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. Peter walks us through the logistics of the residency program and talks about the rewards and challenges of the...
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Roadmap for early 2021
Happy belated New Year! We are back after a brief break and we're really excited to share with you what's to come in the following weeks. We have been working hard on two new projects: (1) Residency Reel: we have six new episodes in the Residency Reel series coming your way! Our first episode in...
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CMHF Award Winners - Chance Park (UBC)
This week's featured CMHF Award Winner is Chance Park from the University of British Columbia. Chance is involved with innovation and entrepreneurship, which he demonstrates through his involvement in Physician Innovator Canada. As well, he's contributed significantly from the perspective of...
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CMHF Award Winners - Vishesh Patel (Ottawa)
This weeks CMHF Medical School Award Recipient is Vishesh Patel, 3rd year medical student from the University of Ottawa! Vishesh is a strong advocate for improving medical education for medical students through peer support programs, such as the Pre-clerkship Procedural Skills Curriculum that he...
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CMHF Award Winners - Jessica Froehlich (USask)
This weeks CMHF Medical Student Award Winner is Jessica Froehlich, from the University of Saskatchewan! Jessica has spearheaded fundraisers for vulnerable children in the arts, worked in numerous student-run clinics, advocated on behalf of women’s health and accessibility to contraceptives, and…
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CMHF Award Winners - Sheetal Pundir (McGill)
This weeks CMHF Medical Student Award Winner is Sheetal Pundir, from McGill University. Her contributions are in both medical and pharmaceutical research, where she assisted in designing a novel drug known as VR23. Further, she is very involved in supporting individuals, and, more specifically,...
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CMHF Laureates - Dr. David Naylor (Public Health)
Today we are honoured to welcome onto the show Dr. David Naylor, a 2016 inductee into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame. Dr. Naylor is being recognized for his advancements in the field of public health research, education, administration, and policy. Thank you Dr. Naylor for joining us, and…
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CMHF Award Winners - Jakob Weirathmueller (UManitoba)
This week, we feature Jakob Weirathmueller, CMHF Award Recipient from the University of Manitoba! Jakob is extensively involved in merging of the Medicine and the Arts, utilizing his skills in Computer Programming to improve medical assessments and prognoses, and being involved extensively in the...
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CMHF Laureates - Dr. Judith Hall (Medical Genetics)
Today we are incredibly happy to welcome Dr. Judith Hall onto the show. Dr. Hall is a 2015 inductee into the Canadian Hall of Fame, and is being recognized for her work in medical genetics, particularly in the field of pediatrics. Specifically, she is credited with her discoveries in the field of...
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CMHF Award Winners - Elizabeth Adam (USherbrooke)
This weeks CMHF Award Winner is Elizabeth Adam, from L'Université de Sherbrooke, in Quebec! We dive into Elizabeth's outstanding contributions to improving medical education for her peers, and being the Vice President of her students' council. As well, we dive into her work with 'Fonds MPWR', an...
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CMHF Laureates - Dr. Vladimir Hachinski (Stroke and Dementia)
Today we are honoured to welcome onto the show Dr. Vladimir Hachinski, a 2018 inductee into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame. Dr. Hachinski is being honoured for his advancements in the field of stroke, dementia, and Alzheimer’s research. Thank you Dr. Hachinski for joining us, and thank you to...
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CMHF Award Winners - Brittany Pennock (NOSM)
Welcome back to Multipotent MD! In this weeks episode, we spotlight CMHF Award Recipient Brittany Pennock, 3rd year medical student from the Northern Ontario School of Medicine! We dive into Brittany's medical journey so far. We then discuss all of the incredible involvements that Brittany is a...
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CMHF Laureates - Dr. Jean Gray (Pharmacotherapeutic & Drug Safety)
This week we are honoured to be joined by Dr. Jean Gray, a 2020 inductee into the Canadian Hall of Fame. Dr. Gray is being honored for her work surrounding pharmacotherapeutics, evidence-informed practice, and advocacy for women’s mentoring in medicine. Thank you Dr. Gray for joining us, and…
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CMHF Award Winners - Maxwell Gelkopf (McMaster)
Welcome to Multipotent MD! This weeks Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Medical Student Award Winner is Maxwell Gelkopf, 3rd year medical student at McMaster University. Max is being recognized for his leadership roles inside and outside of medicine. He has served as the Co-President and Co-Founder…
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Collaboration with Canadian Medical Hall of Fame (CMHF)
This week's episode is just a quick update on what's to come from our collaboration with the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame. Starting next week, we will be releasing episodes for two new series: (1) Laureate Edition and (2) Medical Student Award Recipient Edition. Stay tuned!
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Otolaryngology with Dr. Gigi Osler (Past President of the Canadian Medical Association)
Welcome back to Multipotent MD! This week, we're joined by Dr. Gigi Osler, Otolaryngologist Head and Neck Surgeon in Winnipeg, Manitoba and the Past President of the Canadian Medical Association! We dive into Dr. Osler's incredible journey through medical school and surgery, and we discuss what...
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Adult Emergency Medicine with Dr. Frank Myslik (Part 2)
Welcome back to Multipotent MD! This week, we finish off Part 2 of our interview with Dr. Frank Myslik, Emergency Physician, and Program Director of the Emergency Medicine Ultrasound Fellowship Program at LHSC. This week, we dive in depth on Dr. Mysliks specialty: we talk shift work, call, the...
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Adult Emergency Medicine with Dr. Frank Myslik (Part 1)
Welcome back to Multipotent MD! This week, we're joined by Dr. Frank Myslik, Emergency Medicine Physician, and Program Director of the Emergency Medicine Ultrasound Fellowship Program in London Ontario! In part 1, we dive into Dr. Myslik's journey through medicine, as we get a glimpse into why he...
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Pediatric Emergency Medicine with Dr. Rod Lim (Part 2)
Welcome back to Part 2/2 of our episode with Dr. Rod Lim, Pediatric Emergency Medicine specialist in London, Ontario. This week we continue our discussion with Dr. Lim, covering important topics such as: the challenges and rewards of working in the Peds ER, physician wellness and burnout, racial...
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Pediatric Emergency Medicine with Dr. Rod Lim (Part 1)
This week we are joined by Dr. Rod Lim, Pediatric Emergency Medicine specialist in London, Ontario. Dr. Lim kicks off the episode by painting us a picture of what the emergency rooms have looked like for the past few months of the COVID-19 pandemic. We then dive into the details of his journey to...
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Medical Oncology with Dr. Michael Sanatani
This week we welcome Dr. Michael Sanatani onto the show to highlight the specialty of Medical Oncology! We discuss his journey through medicine including residency and fellowship opportunities, and then further explore topics such as the specialty itself, the scope of the practice, and the...
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Respirology with Dr. Cory Yamashita (Part 2)
This week, we're joined once again by Dr. Cory Yamashita, Respirologist and Program Director of Respirology in London, Ontario! In Part 2, we continue discussing Dr. Yamashita's specialty! He tells us about the biggest challenges and perks of his specialty. We discuss the advancements of…
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Respirology with Dr. Cory Yamashita (Part 1)
Welcome back to Multipotent MD! This week, we interview Dr. Cory Yamashita, Respirologist and Program Director of Respirology in London, Ontario! In Part 1, we discuss Dr. Yamashita's journey over the past few months as COVID-19 increases the work on his service. We then dive into his journey to...
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Adult Psychiatry & Investigative Coroner with Dr. Michelle Marlborough (Part 2)
This week we present part 2/2 of our interview with Dr. Michelle Malborough, Adult Psychiatrist and Investigative Coroner in London, ON! We discuss her nursing background and transition to medicine, her practice in general, and her focus on PTSD in first-responders and others who face operational...
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Adult Psychiatry & Investigative Coroner with Dr. Michelle Marlborough (Part 1)
This week we present part 1/2 of our interview with Dr. Michelle Malborough, Adult Psychiatrist and Investigative Coroner in London, ON! We discuss her nursing background and transition to medicine, her practice in general, and her focus on PTSD in first-responders and others who face operational...
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Otolaryngology with Dr. John Yoo (New Dean of Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry!)
Welcome back to Multipotent MD! This week, we're joined by Dr. John Yoo from the Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, as well as the new Dean of Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry! We had the opportunity to dive into Dr. Yoo's career in medicine, as we discuss his journey...
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Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery with Dr. Megan Cashin (Part 2)
In part 2 of our interview with Dr. Megan Cashin, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in London, Ontario, we talk about the specialty: we dive into the day-to-day, the bread and butter of the specialty, the scope of Dr. Cashins work, and the opportunities you have for Orthopedic Surgery abroad. Dr.…
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Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery with Dr. Megan Cashin (Part 1)
Welcome back to Multipotent MD! In Part 1 of this new two-part series, we interview Dr. Megan Cashin, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in London, Ontario! This week, we dive into Dr. Cashin's career and journey through Orthopedic Surgery, and her fellowship in Pediatric Surgery. We also dive into the...
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Anesthesiology and Critical Care with Dr. Lois Champion (Part 2)
This week, we continue with Part 2 of our interview with Dr. Lois Champion! This week, we shift the focus to her work in academia, and we dive in depth on the many hats that she wears on top of her work as a Critical Care specialist! We talk about her new role as Associate Dean of Post-Grad…
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Anesthesiology and Critical Care with Dr. Lois Champion (Part 1)
Thank you for joining us for another week of Specialty Spotlight! This week we interview Dr. Lois Champion, Critical Care specialist from the Department of Perioperative Medicine and Anesthesiology. In part I, Dr. Champion discusses her journey through medical school and pursuing a residency in...
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Child & Adolescent Psychiatry with Dr. Javeed Sukhera
This week we are joined by Dr. Javeed Sukhera, Psychiatrist with a focus in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry in London, ON. In this episode, we walk through Dr. Sukhera’s journey to and through medicine, which featured many international stops along the way. We then discuss his speciality and the...
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Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with Dr. Caitlin Cassidy
Multipotent MD is back with our first virtual interview! This week we welcome Dr. Caitlin Cassidy onto the show. Dr. Cassidy is a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Specialist in London, Ontario! This episode we discuss the factors that drove Dr. Cassidy towards medicine and the field of...
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Trauma & General Surgery with Dr. Rob Leeper (Part 2)
In part 2 of our interview with Dr. Rob Leeper, we dive into more detail on his life outside of medicine. We talk about the simulation competitions he does among his residents and how they help prepare them to deal with crisis situations. We also put Dr. Leeper on the Hot Seat, where he tells us...
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Trauma & General Surgery with Dr. Rob Leeper (Part 1)
Multipotent MD is back with a new two-part Specialty Spotlight! This week, we interview Dr. Rob Leeper, General Surgeon and Intensivist with a focus in Acute Care surgery. In part I, Dr. Leeper tells us about his career in General and Acute Care surgery, comparing it a 3-headed dragon from Game…
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COVID-19 Feature Episode (Part 2)
Today we are releasing both parts of a two-part feature episode on COVID-19. This episode we do not have a guest on with us, but instead Ziad and Christopher present evidence-based and thoroughly researched information on the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The aim of this episode is not to offer...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Multipotent M.D. is a podcast where we invite Canadian medical students, residents, and physicians to help us navigate through this crazy career we’ve chosen to pursue. Every week we have a guest on the show to chat with us about their experiences in medical school and residency, and to tell us about all the ins and outs of their speciality.
We are Ziad and Christopher, 3rd year medical students at Schulich School of Medicine in London, ON, and we invite you to tune in every Thursday for a brand new episode of Multipotent M.D.
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