Inside the Minds: Medicine, Education, & Equity

In this episode of Inside the Minds: Medicine, Education, & Equity Jason Newland MD, MEd sits down with the esteemed Sheretta Butler-Barnes PhD, an expert whose work spans the education, psychology, and public health sectors with a focus on black families. Sheretta’s journey is as impressive as it is inspiring to all that get to learn about her. Now a Professor of Social Work at The Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis, Dr. Butler-Barnes has and continues her work in the larger underserved black communities in St. Louis. Her pioneering work through the Equity for Black Women and Girls Project seeks to advance equity by identifying risk and protective factors in learning spaces, fostering culturally responsive programming that promoted the resiliency of black St. Louis communities. Tune in as this is an episode you’re not going to want to miss! Dr. Sheretta Butler-Barnes is at the head of groundbreaking work, shedding light on the critical issues of race, education, and resilience in our own backyards.  Related Links:  Check Out Sheretta's Podcast  DAPCEP Program  A Full Collection of Ta Nehisi Coats’ works   Between the World and Me is specifically referenced in today’s episode  High Scope Educational Research Foundation  McNair Scholars Program  Dr. Butler-Barnes' Website [resources, blog, & documentary]  Dr. Butler-Barnes 2014 Work in Ferguson  All Publications Made by Dr. Butler-Barnes  Family Navigation Model  Dr. Butler-Barnes Master Thesis  Dr. Butler-Barnes PhD Dissertation  Black Families, Racism, and Resilience Lab  Eloquent Rage by Brittney Cooper  Credits  This podcast could not have been done without the help of the following people. Thank you for all your hard work.  Jason Newland MD, MEd, host  Buddy Creech MD, MPH, guest  Sheridan Thomas, producer and editor  Meghan Ott, producer 

In this episode of Inside the Minds: Medicine, Education, & Equity, Jason Newland MD, MEd sits down with Charlotte Hobbs MD, a distinguished Pediatric Infectious Diseases physician. Join us on the extraordinary journey of the life of Charlotte Hobbs with vast expertise and impactful career moves which span across prestigious institutions and pivotal research endeavors. Throughout this episode, listeners will gain insights into Charlotte’s profound dedication to pediatric infectious diseases, particularly focusing on diseases affecting children from low-resource settings, both domestically and globally. From her crucial role in characterizing and establishing SARS-CoV-2 epidemiology to addressing congenital syphilis as a looming public health emergency, this is not an episode that you will want to miss. This is another captivating journey into the mind of a dedicated healthcare professional, offering invaluable perspectives for aspiring healthcare professionals, educators, and advocates alike.   Related Links:  Who is Dr. Charlotte Hobbs?  Dr. Hobbs’ Research- Affiliated with University of Mississippi Medical Center  Dr. Hobbs’ Research- Unaffiliated  The Bronte Family All Works  Come, Tell Me How You Live by Agatha Christie  Credits  This podcast could not have been done without the help of the following people. Thank you for all your hard work.  Jason Newland MD, MEd, host  Charlotte Hobbs MD, guest  Sheridan Thomas, producer and editor  Meghan Ott, producer 

In the third episode of Inside the Minds: Medicine, Education, & Equity, Jason Newland MD, MEd sits down with Blake Montgomery MD, a distinguished Pediatric Orthopedic Spine Surgeon. Blake’s journey is one that is unique to many but also resonates with the number of aspiring physicians from minority backgrounds. Throughout the episode, learn about Blake’s unwavering commitment to pediatric orthopedics, shedding light on the challenges faced as a Black man entering the medical field and how he has and will continue to inspire others to do the same. His stories from growing up locally in St. Louis to attending world-renowned institutions like Stanford and Harvard Medical School, to an incredible opportunity to specialize his skills even further in Auckland, New Zealand, this is not an episode that you’re going to want to miss. We welcome you to dive into the mind of Blake Montgomery and the valuable insights that he has for aspiring healthcare professionals, educators, and advocates.  Related Links:  The Written Works of Ben Carson  Search Inside Yourself by Chade-Meng Tan  Blake Montgomery MD Publications  Learn More About Who Dr. Blake Montgomery Is  If You Find Yourself in Boston, Check Out Amigos Burritos and Giacomo’s  Credits  This podcast could not have been done without the help of the following people. Thank you for all your hard work.  Jason Newland MD, MEd, host  Blake Montgomery MD, guest  Sheridan Thomas, producer and editor 

Join us in our second episode of Inside the Minds: Medicine, Education, & Equity. Jason Newland MD, MEd sits down and delves into the remarkable career of Buddy Creech MD, MPH, a renowned Pediatric Infectious Diseases physician. Discover the roots of Buddy’s medical calling, from personal experiences in a pediatric hospital to formative moments as a medical trainee. As the world stood on the edge of the unknown in March 2020, Buddy’s stories become a story that we can all relate to but also opens our eyes to the unique experiences of others during a time of such uncertainty. His tales of perseverance, amidst twists and turns, showcase his relentless commitment to not just weathering the challenges of COVID-19 but advocating for the global vaccination of children. This episode is a treasure trove of insights into Buddy’s rise in the realms of medicine and leadership. Don’t miss this episode as there is so much to uncover from the mind of Dr. Buddy Creech.  Related Links:  Check Out Buddy’s Podcast Lets Talk ID  The Vanderbilt Vaccine Research Program  The Archival Work of Dr. Buddy Creech  The Full Works of Albert Camus  The Hammer of God by Bo Giertz  Trust by Hernan Diaz [Pulitzer Prize Winner]  Credits  This podcast could not have been done without the help of the following people. Thank you for all your hard work.  Jason Newland MD, MEd, host  Buddy Creech MD, MPH, guest  Sheridan Thomas, producer and editor 

For our first episode of Inside the Minds: Medicine, Education, & Equity, Jason Newland MD, MEd sits down with Kanecia Zimmerman MD, MPH to explore her inspiring journey of an aspiring pediatrician turned critical care expert. Delving into the motivations behind Dr. Zimmerman’s career choices and the impactful work and challenges she faced during the COVID-19 pandemic is something that we can all be in awe of and be thankful for the work that she has done for communities across the United States, especially those in underserved populations. We will uncover the influence of real-time data on school policies and the development of mitigation strategies to get back to school during the pandemic and to keep them, their families, and everyone around them safe. Dr. Zimmerman is a delight to have on for our first episode of our new podcast so buckle up and get ready to be blown away.  Related Links:  ABC Science Collaborative  RADx-UP Grant  Safe Return to School  Masking  Credits  This podcast could not have been done without the help of the following people. Thank you for all your hard work.  Jason Newland MD, MEd, host  Kanecia Zimmerman MD, MPH, guest  Sheridan Thomas, producer and editor