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Episode 5: The Power of Empathy with Dr. Carys Massarella Tune In
In this episode, join Dr. Carys Massarella as she talks about the importance of empathy, compassion, and understanding in facilitating an inclusive healthcare environment. She discusses how she chose her professional academic path, key milestones that shaped the way she approaches her personal life, and how identity informs how one navigates challenges in their professional life.
- Producer: Rameesha Ahmad
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guest: Dr. Carys Massarella
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 4: Healing Hearts and Shaping Minds in Family Medicine with Dr. Anjali Menezes Tune In
In this episode, join Dr. Anjali Menezes as she talks about her passion for family medicine and special interests in trauma-informed care, medical education, and racism in medical training. She currently leads the Differential Attainment REsearch (DARe) Group Collaborative. She discusses personal experiences that have helped in shaping her pursuit to help out racialized individuals in medical school and other academic settings.
- Producer: Laurie He
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guest: Dr. Anjali Menezes
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 3: Unveiling Leadership Secrets in Anesthesia with Dr. Saroo Sharda Tune In
In this episode, join Dr. Saroo Sharda as she talks about her leading position as a woman of color in anesthesia and as the Associate Dean Equity and Inclusion for the Faculty of Health Sciences at McMaster University, with a special feature from Dr. Sandra Monteiro. They discuss the pivotal role of early leaders that inspire and the role of love, integrity, and accountability as a leader and clinician.
- Producer: Laurie He
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guest: Dr. Saroo Sharda
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 2: Navigating Advocacy in Indigenous Health with Dr. Bernice Downey Tune In
In this episode, join Dr. Bernice Downey as she talks about her position as a Heart & Stroke Foundation Chair in Indigenous women’s heart and brain health and the Associate Dean of Indigenous Health for the Faculty of Health Science. She discusses her involvement in social justice, challenges gendered opinions, and finding harmony in health/research system reform and Indigenous populations.
- Producer: Laurie He
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guest: Dr. Bernice Downey
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 1: Breaking Barriers in Rehabilitation Sciences with Dr. Dina Brooks Tune In
In this episode, join Dr. Dina Brooks as she talks about her remarkable career journey to executive director of the School of Rehabilitation Science and Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences. She discusses the pivotal role her experiences in her homeland played, having inspirational role models, and embracing her cultural roots to conquer imposter syndrome as a woman of colour in the field of rehabilitation science.
- Producer: Laurie He
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guest: Dr. Dina Brooks
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
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Spark Podcast 60-69
Episode 69: ARABAO Tune In
Welcome to MacPFD Spark! In this episode, we hear from ARABAO, a committee in the School of Rehabilitation Sciences. They discuss their co-chair approach, activities the different members have undertaken, and future plans or goals within the committee.
- Producer: Rameesha Ahmad
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Michelle Phoenix, Dr. Lori Davis Hill, Tamara Estabrooks, Dr. Jasdeep Dhir, Christina MacDonald
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 68: The FHP for the FHS - Financial Health Podcast Tune In
In this episode, we hear from Dr. Mark Soth about the Money Scope Podcast. He discusses the importance of finance education for health sciences professionals, how to manage finances to improve quality of life, and why financial wellness is important to the FHS community.
- Producer: Rameesha Ahmad
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guest: Dr. Hasan Merali
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 67: Sleep well, take risks, squish the peas Tune In
In this episode, we hear Dr. Hasan Merali talk about his newly published book. He discusses his motivations for writing the book, key topics a reader can expect to see, and what adults should take away from kids’ experiences.
- Producer: Rameesha Ahmad
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guest: Dr. Mark Soth
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 66: Teaching Excellence in the Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) Tune In
In this episode we hear from Dr. Caitlin Mullarkey talk about teaching excellence in the Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS). She discusses topics such as her path to teaching, what she finds enjoyable about teaching, and what she sees for the future of undergraduate health science education.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guest: Dr. Caitlin Mullarkey
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 65: AMEE Faculty Development Spotlight with Dr. Patricia O'Sullivan and Dr. Megan Anakin Tune In
In this episode, we hear from Dr. Megan Anakin and Dr. Patricia O’Sullivan talk about faculty development. They discuss how they became interested in faculty development, the part of faculty development that brings them joy, and how they have evolved as a faculty developer.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Megan Anakin | Dr. Patricia O’Sullivan
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 64: Peer Observation of Teaching Tune In
In this episode, we hear from Dr. Roberta Preston talk about peer observation of teaching (POT). She discusses topics such as how she became interested in POT, how faculty can adopt coaching mindsets for feedback delivery, and the key takeaways from her work.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Roberta Preston
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 63: Health Sciences Education Training in Action Tune In
In this episode, we hear from Dr. Adam Garber talk about health sciences education. He discusses topics such as his oocyte retrieval projects, the competence by design program, and what he sees coming up for him in the next year.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Adam Garber
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 62: Health Equity Research with Dr. Lawrence Mbuagbaw Tune In
In this episode, we listen to Dr. Lawrence Mbuagbaw talk about health equity research. He discusses topics such as what he has been working on, how he learned to collaborate and network, and what he sees for the coming year.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Lawrence Mbuagbaw
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 61: Speech Language Pathology Tune In
In this episode, we hear from Shanda Hunter Trottier talk about speech language pathology. She discusses topics such as her role as a speech language pathologist, the speechworks organization, and what she expects for her role in the future.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guest(s) – Shanda Hunter Trottier
- Interviewer(s) – Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 60: Promoting Accessibility In Health Professions Education Tune In
In this episode, we hear from Andrea Thomson, Morganna Malyon, and Nikki Brasseur talk about promoting accessibility in health professions education. They discuss topics such as how they met, the difference between accommodation and accessibility, and their thoughts on how they have implemented inclusive practices.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Andrea Thomson | Morganna Malyon | Nikki Brasseur
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Podcasts 30-59
Spark Podcast 50-59
Episode 59: Nursing Research with Dr. Emily Belita Tune In
In this episode, we hear from Dr. Emily Belita talk about nursing research. She discusses topics such as how she became interested in nursing research, what she sees for the future, and she elaborates on some of the grants she has received.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Emily Belita
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 58: Irene Turpie - Professor Emeritus Tune In
In this episode, we listen to Dr. Irene Turpie talk about her experience in the field of medicine. She touches on topics such as her move to Canada and journey into medicine, her experience teaching medical students, and how she overcame difficulties/obstacles in her career.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Iree Turpie
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 57: Developments in Burn Management and Hospital Administrative Leadership Tune In
In this episode, we hear from Dr. Marc Jeschke talk about developments in burn management and hospital administrative leadership. He discusses topics such as what brought him to Hamilton and McMaster, 3D skin printing to treat burn wounds, and how he became interested in administrative leadership.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Marc Jeschke
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 56: The Notch Academy Tune In
In this episode, we hear from Dr. Femi Ayeni talk about The Notch Academy. He discusses topics such as his journey through mentorship, how he began The Notch Academy, and how he has applied what he has learned about leadership and effective team functioning to his own work.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Femi Ayeni
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 55: The 10 PS for Surviving the Perils of Publish or Perish Tune In
In this episode, we hear from Dr. Harriet MacMillan talk about the 10 Ps for surviving the perils of publish or perish. They not only elaborate on the Ps, but also discuss topics such as how reward systems can hinder reserachers from building partnerships, and how to navigate the Ps effectively.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Harriet MacMillan
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 54: Teaching in the Health Sciences Tune In
In this episode, we hear from Dr. Peter Helli talk about teaching in the health sciences. He discusses topics such as how he has seen his role as an educator evolve, the integration of AI in education, and how he has navigated the shifting landscape in health professions education.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Peter Helli
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 53: AMEE Faculty Development Spotlight with Dr. Megan Anakin and Dr. Farhan Vakani Tune In
In this episode, we hear Megan Anakin and Farhan Vakani talk about Faculty Development. They discuss topics such as challenges of the role, how Farhan got involved in faculty development, and exciting aspects of faculty development.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Megan Anakin Dr. Farhan Vakani
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 52: MERIT Faculty Fellowship - Physiotherapy Program Admissions and Identifying “Best” Candidates Tune In
In this episode, we hear from Dr. Gregory Spadoni talk about the McMaster Education Research, Innovation and Theory (MERIT) Faculty Fellowship program. He discusses topics such as his background, what the faculty fellowship program is, the admissions process, and much more.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Gregory Spadoni
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 51: The Forensic Psychiatry Institute Lecture Series with Dr. Sebastien Prat Tune In
In this episode, we will be hearing from Dr. Sebastien Prat talk about the Forensic Psychiatry Institute Lecture Series. He discusses topics such as how he got involved in forensic psychiatry, the preparation and planning process for the lecture series, and what topics the series will be exploring.
Check out the Forensic Psychiatry Institute Lecture Series.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Sebastien Prat
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 50: Co-Design and Intersectoral Research Collaborations Tune In
In this episode, we hear from Dr. Rebecca Ganann talk about healthy aging research. They discuss topics such as what drew them into healthy aging research, McMaster’s Embolden Project, and the codesign process.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Rebecca Ganann
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
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Episode 49: The Future of Library and Information Sciences Tune In
In this episode, we listen to Dr. Laura Banfield talk about library and information sciences. She discusses topics such as how she has seen the field evolve, how we can expand our access and availability of sources of information, and what she envisions for the future of the library and information sciences field.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Laura Banfield
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 48: HiFi - Health Leadership Academy Program Tune In
In this episode, we listen to Dr. Sean Park talk about leadership. He introduces the HiFi program that focuses on health improvement and faculty innovation (HiFi). In addition, he discusses topics such as experiential learning, what he envisions for the HiFi program, and how he got interested in leadership development.
Check out the HiFi Health Leadership Program
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Sean Park
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 47: Fostering Effective International Collaborations for Clinical Research Tune In
In this episode, we listen to Dr. Aliya Khan talk about her many academic endeavours. She touches on topics such as how she got involved in certain academic projects, the many lessons she had learned over the years she has been collaborating with her colleagues, and the hard work behind parathyroid research!
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Aliya Khan
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 46: Life Beyond Medicine Tune In
In this episode, we listen to Dr. Allyn Walsh and Dr. Wes Oczkowski talk about retirement. By sharing their experiences, they offer insight on pursuing new endeavours. They discuss topics such as planning for retirement, the difficulties behind retiring, and the importance of a work-life balance.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Wieslaw Oczkowski and Dr. Allyn Walsh
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 45: Spiritual Care Part II Tune In
In this episode, we continue our discussion about Spiritual Care in the healthcare setting. We hear from Angela Garzouzie talk about her experience as a spiritual care practitioner. She touches on topics such as how she got into her role, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the difference between spiritual care practitioners and other healthcare practitioners.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Angela Garzouzie
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 44: Spiritual Care Part I Tune In
In this episode, we listen to Matthew Heyn talk about Spiritual Care. This form of care focuses on the spiritual and emotional support provided to people within institutions. Heyn discusses topics such as healthcare spirituality, a day in the life of a healthcare spiritual care practitioner, and the FICA spiritual assessment.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Matthew Heyn
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 43: Rock the Podium Tune In
On this episode, we hear from Dr. Mino Mitri and Dr. Ilana Bayer talk about the Rock the Podium Program: a masterclass that teaches participants how to enhance their presentations. They discuss topics such as why they were interested in being involved with Rock the Podium, how to stand out, and some interesting stories on participant success. Surely, knowing how to deliver captivating presentations will assist you in your professional development!
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Ilana Bayer and Dr. Mino Mitri
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 42: Striving for Greener Healthcare with the PEACH Initiative Tune In
In this episode, we will listen to Dr. Myles Sergeant, Linda Varangu, and Dr. Sujane Kandasamy talk about the PEACH Initiative: a community-based approach to amplify environmental action in hospitals and healthcare facilities. They discuss the facts surrounding healthcare pollutants, central members to the PEACH initiative, why you should get involved, and much more!
Check out the PEACH Initiative
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Myles Sergeant, Linda Varangu and Dr. Sujane Kandasamy
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 41: Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion with Vanessa Cavalieri Tune In
In this episode, we listen to Vanessa Cavalieri talk about Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. Many important lessons are shared regarding teaching strategies to maintain equity between students and teachers. Vanessa also touches on how to own your mistakes and recover from them. With this information, you can develop your classroom atmosphere to benefit everyone!
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Vanessa Cavalieri
- Interviewer: Dr. Alim Nagji
Episode 40: Culture in a Distributed Medical Environment | Dear Supervisor Tune In
In this episode we hear from Dr. Amanda Bell and Dr. Anjali Kundi talk about culture in a distributed medical environment. They offer valuable insight on building the culture, challenges they faced during its development, and various techniques on how to maintain a positive environment in medical education.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Amanda Bell and Dr. Anjali Kundi
- Interviewer: Dr. Alim Nagji
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Episode 39: Authorship in Scientific Research with Dr. Abigail Konopasky Tune In
In this episode, we are exposed to the behind the scenes of publishing scientific journal articles. This interview features Dr. Abigail Konopasky who discusses the difficult but necessary decision-making process to designate author roles within a research team.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Abigail Konopasky
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 38: The Clinical Research Support Unit (CRSU) with Dr. Paul Moayyedi Tune In
In this episode, we learn about the clinical research support unit (CRSU). This interview features Dr. Paul Moayyedi, who elaborates on the CRSU and shares his wisdom on overcoming obstacles in your research career.
Check out the Clinical Research Support Unit
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Paul Moayyedi
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 37: The Gritty Nurse Tune In
In this episode, we will be listening to Amie Varley and Sara Fung from the Gritty Nurse podcast. They discuss topics ranging from why they started The Gritty Nurse to some of their most memorable episodes.
Check out The Gritty Nurse.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Amie Varley Sara Fung
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Episode 36: Story of the INR with Dr. Jack Hirsh Tune In
In this episode, Dr. Jack Hirsh enlightens us on his academic career. We learn about his journey to McMaster University, the history of thrombosis treatments, and some strategies for choosing effective collaborators. On top of this, Dr. Hirsh shares valuable information that will surely assist in your professional development!
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Jack Hirsh
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 35: Knowledge Translation with Dr. Bram Rochwerg Tune In
In this episode, we listen to Dr. Bram Rochwerg chat about scientific knowledge translation. The first bit of the episode focuses on the development and importance of living guidelines in healthcare. They then discuss topics such as network meta-analyses and how Dr. Rochwerg’s career path has brought him to where he is today.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Bram Rochwerg
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 34: The Academic Health Sciences Center with Dr. Crowther | Faculty Affairs with Dr. Walton Tune In
In this episode, we listen to Dr. Mark Crowther discuss the “academic health sciences center” at McMaster University. Next, we will be hearing about faculty affairs from Dr. Mark Walton.
- Producer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Mark Crowther and Dr. Mark Walton
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 33: Electronic Health Records with Dr. Lumb | Program Evaluation with Dr. Michelle Howard Tune In
In this episode, we listen to Dr. Barry Lumb discuss the implementation of a new “electronic health record” at many healthcare organizations. Next, we will be hearing about program evaluation and the process of informed changed with Dr. Michelle Howard.
Check out Dr. Howard’s recommended literature. Note: The recommendations made are suggested by the interviewee. The source provided above is not an affiliate link.
- Producer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes Featured
- Guests: Dr. Barry Lumb and Dr. Michelle Howard
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 32: Anatomy of a Meeting | Teaching Junior Learners Tune In
In this episode, we listen to Dr. Mark Crowther discuss the anatomy and physiology of a meeting in the context of virtual and hybrid workplaces. Next, we will be hearing about the process and best practices for teaching junior learners with Dr. Alim Nagji.
- Producer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes Featured
- Guests: Dr. Mark Crowther and Dr. Alim Nagji
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 31: Reflections on Leadership | Providers as Patients Tune In
In this episode, we listen to Dr. Rafi Setrak weave a powerful vignette of his life experiences and how those experiences helped guide him to key positions in healthcare. Next, we will be hearing about the experiences of becoming a patient as a provider and the understanding derived from that with Nicole Jilek.
- Producer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes Featured
- Guests: Dr. Rafi Setrak and Nicole Jilek
- Interviewer: Dr. Anjali Kundi and Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 30: History of the Midwifery Program | Selecting the Best Leaders Tune In
In this episode, we listen to featured guest Liz Darling discuss the growth and history of the midwifery program at McMaster University. Next, we will be hearing about how to grow an effective workplace environment by selecting the best healthcare leaders with Rick Hackett.
- Producer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes Featured
- Guests: Elizabeth Darling and Rick Hackett
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
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Spark Episode 20-29
Episode 29: Improving Problem-Based Learning | The KeyLIME Podcast Tune In
In this episode, we listen to Dr. Liliana Coman discuss her experiences working to improve problem-based learning (PBL) in the academic healthcare environment. Next, we will hear about the “Key Literature in Medical Education” (KeyLIME) – a podcast for junior and senior learners to help navigate to the most useful journals and papers in medical education from Dr. Jonathan Sherbino.
- Producer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Liliana Coman and Dr. Jonathan Sherbino
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 28: Waitroom Revolution | Getting to "We" Tune In
In this episode, we listen to Dr. Hsien Seow discuss his new podcast “Waitroom Revolution” – a podcast about the organization of care. From the reasoning behind its creation to its initial reception, Dr. Seow will provide an overview and describe what we hope to gain from starting this initiative. Afterwards, we will listen to an excerpt from a syndication of the MacPFD “Women’s Chat” series about collaborating with, championing, and sponsoring other women in the field of academia.
- Producer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Hsien Seow, Dr. Teresa Chan and Sarrah Lal
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 27: Bibliometrics | Scholarly Secrets Tune In
In this episode, we listen to Jack Young from the McMaster library discuss quantifying scholarly impact. Jack will discuss the shift from institutions and individuals beginning to utilize citations in the academic realm into a more accurate representation of author impact through bibliometrics. Next, we will be listening to Dr. Shawn Mondoux discuss some less tacitly known scholarly secrets and how to employ them in your own works.
- Producer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Jack Young and Dr. Shawn Mondoux
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 26: Providers as Patients | Creativity in Design Tune In
In this episode, we be listening to Susana Ku reflect on her experiences as both a midwife and someone that has received care. Susana provides an interesting account of the perceived dichotomy between care giving and receiving. Afterwards, we will hear a discussion between Dr. Sean Park and Dr. Teresa Chan about employing creativity and design thinking in educational spaces. Dr. Park discusses some key considerations for educators to be able to teach more effectively through a creative environment and have learners thrive.
- Producer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Susana Ku Dr. Sean Park
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 25: Nature of Evidence | Medical Education Research Tune In
In this episode, we listen to Dr. Lara Varpio discuss navigating the academy in the post-truth era while considering the influx of misinformation in today’s digital and social media. Afterwards, we will hear a segment of a virtual discussion from Dr. Geoff Norman about his reflections on medical education research – from the early years to the present – and what the future of the field may look like.
- Producer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Lara Varpio and Dr. Geoff Norman
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 24: Feedback in Simulation | The RxMuseum Program Tune In
In this episode, we are listening to a brief excerpt from Dr. Quang Ngo at MacPFD’s annual day in faculty development. Dr. Ngo will be discussing aspects of feedback from a clinical perspective, while still retaining a core focus on the overall feedback process and experience. Afterwards, we will be hearing about an exciting program from Dr. Aaron Levy and Dr. Lyndsay Hoy that took place at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic into 2020. For more information into their upcoming projects, visit the RxMuseum site.
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Quang Ngo, Dr. Aaron Levy and Dr. Lyndsay Hoy
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 23: The Health Leadership Academy | Leadership Development Tune In
In this episode both speakers come to us virtually from McMaster and are here to talk about some exciting initiatives and experiences. To start off, we will be listening to Michael Hartmann discuss the health leadership academy at the degroote school of business here at McMaster. Next, we will be listening to Dr. Margo Mountjoy discuss her experiences carving out a space to lead within the Waterloo regional campus.
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Michael Hartmann and Dr. Margo Mountjoy
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 22: Innovation in Healthcare | Leadership in Post-Grad Education Tune In
In this episode, we will be listening to guest Sarrah Lal reflect on how to bring innovation into healthcare. Afterwards, Dr. Parveen Wasi will discuss the process of transitioning into a leadership role within post-graduate education and what the promotion process for that looks like.
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Sarrah Lal and Dr. Parveen Wasi
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 21: Discussing Social Media | Equity & Knowledge Syntheses Tune In
In this episode, we will be listening to Drs. Sharon Bal, Tara Packham, and Teresa Chan discuss social media as a valuable tool for improving yourself as a scholar, educator, and leader. Afterwards, we will be welcoming back Dr. Lawrence Mbuagbaw to talk about health equity and knowledge syntheses.
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Sharon Bal, Dr. Tara Packham, Dr. Teresa Chan and Dr. Lawrence Mbuagbaw
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 20: Transitioning the MD Program | Collaborative Writing Tune In
In this episode, we will be listening to Dr. Karen McAssey reflect on how the MD program at McMaster transitioned digitally during the COVID-19 pandemic. Next, we will be returning to a previously-syndicated webinar on collaborative writing with Dr. Michael Gottlieb, Dr. Mary Calderone-Haas, and Dr. Yusuf Yilmaz.
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Karen McAssey, Dr. Michael Gottlieb, Dr. Mary Calderone-Haas and Dr. Yusuf Yilmaz
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
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Episode 19: Clinical Supervision | Achieving Multiple Wins Tune In
In this episode, we will be listening to Dr. Alim Nagji interview Dr. Teresa Chan in a new installment of “Dear Supervisor: Clinical Edition”. Next, we will be listening to speakers from our “Multiple Wins” panel talk about how to get the most out of our work by creating as much value as we can from past and current projects.
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Teresa Chan, Dr. Michael Gottlieb, Dr. Mary Calderone-Haas and Dr. Jon Sherbino
- Interviewer: Dr. Alim Nagji Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 18: Serious Games | Improv in Medicine Tune In
In this episode, we will be listening to Dr. Todd Chang discuss how games can increase the fun and practical efficacy of what health educators do, without reducing the quality of education and research. Afterwards, we will take a listen to a conversation between Dr. Mohammad Zubairi and Dr. Jeremy Rezmovitz about the process and practice of introducing improv into medicine.
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Todd Chang and Dr. Jeremy Rezmovitz
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan and Dr. Mohammad Zubairi
Episode 17: Inspiration in Research | Conceptual Frameworks Tune In
In this episode, we will be listening to Dr. Michelle Kho discuss finding inspiration in research and how to harness that energy. Afterwards, we will be listening to Dr. Lara Varpio offer some critical advice for improving their game with conceptual frameworks and theories.
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Michelle Kho and Dr. Lara Varpio
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 16: Graceful Self Promotion | Tips For Avoiding Procrastination Tune In
In this episode, we will be listening to Dr. Page Morahan discuss how to promote yourself with grace in a meaningful, results-driven way. Afterwards, we will be listening to Dr. Christina Shenvi give some tips on avoiding procrastination in the workplace and elsewhere by organizing your life.
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Page Morahan and Dr. Christina Shenvi
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 15: Tips for Junior Faculty II | Learning Conversations Tune In
In this episode, we will be listening to a second installment of Dr. Alim Nagji’s “Tips for Junior Faculty” series with special guest Zainab Najarali, who will be discussing her reflections on what makes a great clinical teacher. Afterwards, we will be listening to Dr. Walter Eppich discuss how to up your game with learning conversations in the health sciences!
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Zainab Najarali and Dr. Walter Eppich
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan and Dr. Alim Nagji
Episode 14: Politics as a Physician | Playfulness and Path-finding in Healthcare Tune In
In this episode, we will be listening to Dr. Leslie Barron talk about engaging with the political sphere as a physician and how others can become involved. Afterwards, we will be listening to some insights from our returning guest Dr. Sean Park and the idea of playfulness in healthcare, as well as path-finding in the process.
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Leslie Barron and Dr. Sean Park
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 13: Trans Health Advocacy | Parental Leave Tune In
In this Episode, we will be listening to a virtual discussion with Dr. Carys Massarella, who will be discussing the transgender healthcare clinic as well as advocacy for transgendered people in the healthcare system. Afterwards, we will be listening to Dr. Susan Reid discuss notions of parental leave and what needs to be done in order to achieve exceptional care for working parents and guardians.
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Carys Massarella and Dr. Susan Reid
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 12: Tenure and Promotion | Advocacy as Scholarship Tune In
In this episode, we will be listening to a discussion with Dr. Ruth Chen about the mysteries of the tenure and promotion process. Afterwards, we will be listening to some insights from Dr. Madeleine Verhovsek and Hamilton-based political advocate Lyndon George about advocacy in the academy and how faculty and communities can benefit from more engaging more with social advocacy.
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Ruth Chen, Dr. Madeleine Verhovsek and Lyndon George
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 11: Bias in the Mirror | Health Equity in Research Tune In
In this episode, we will be listening to a previously recorded web talk that focuses on addressing biases in healthcare with Dr. Javeed Sukhera. Afterwards, we will be listening to some insights from Dr. Lawrence Mbuagbaw about healthcare equity in research and what can be done to improve our own research for the benefit of ourselves and others.
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Javeed Sukhera and Dr. Lawrence Mbuagbaw
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 10: Healthcare Leadership | Coaching Tune In
In this episode, Dr. Jason Profetto will be discussing healthcare leadership. Afterwards, we will be listening in on a keynote from an online coaching panel that provides some key aspects of coaching and the many modes it can take in the health professions with Dr. Robin Mackin.
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Jason Profetto and Dr. Robin Mackin
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
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Episode 9: Indigenous Health | Graduate Supervision Tune In
In this episode, we will be listening to a virtual discussion with Dr. Bernice Downey, who will be discussing the some ongoing Indigenous Health initiatives. Afterwards, we will be listening to Dr. Steve Hannah go into depth on graduate supervision and all of the milieu and details that are involved which are sometimes overlooked. New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis – with exception for special event and themed episodes – so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Bernice Downey and Dr. Steve Hanna
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 8: Tips for Junior Faculty | Pain and Pleasure of Writing Tune In
In this episode, Dr. Alim Nagji will be discussing tips for junior educators in the health sciences with Dr. Kevin Dong. Afterwards, we will be listening in on the pleasure and pain of writing, including some strategies for managing the writing process with Dr. Lara Varpio. New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis – with exception for special event and themed episodes – so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Kevin Dong and Dr. Lara Varpio
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan and Dr. Alim Nagji
Episode 7: Bringing New Life to Meetings | Leadership DevelopmentBringing New Life to Meetings | Leadership Development Tune In
In this episode, Dr. Cathy Risdon will be discussing the micro-skills of leadership, with particular respect to meetings. Afterwards, we will be listening in on some key aspects of leadership in the health professions with Dr. Jason Profetto. New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis – with exception for special event and themed episodes – so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Cathy Risdon and Dr. Jason Profetto
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 6: Efficiency in Scholarly Practice | Expanding Narrative Medicine Tune In
In this episode, Dr. Mark Crowther will be discussing methods to become more efficient in a scholarly capacity through Zoom-centered work culture. Afterwards, we will be listening in on how introducing narrative medicine into the MacPFD community took place with Dr. Saroo Sharda. New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis – with exception for special event and themed episodes – so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Mark Crowther and Dr. Saroo Sharda
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 5: Narratives in Healthcare | Clinical Scholarship Tune In
In this episode: we will be discussing narratives in healthcare/education and a new book club initiative for helping develop empathetic practices with Dr. Susan Jack from the School of Nursing at McMaster University. Afterwards, Dr. Shawn Mondoux will be giving some insight into clinical scholarship and will introduce to us all of its benefits and intricacies. New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis – with exception for special event and themed episodes – so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Susan Jack and Dr. Shawn Mondoux
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 4: Creativity | Public Health Program Tune In
In this episode, we are welcoming back Dr. Robert Fleisig to discuss notions of creativity in healthcare and providing solutions for health-based problems before learning about the Master’s of Public Health program at McMaster University with Dr. Emma Apatu. New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis – with exception for special event and themed episodes – so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Robert Fleisig and Dr. Emma Apatu
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 3: Sponsorship & Mentorship | Innovation Initiative Tune In
In this episode, we will be discussing what it means to be a great mentor and sponsor with Dr. Dina Brooks before learning about the Michael G. DeGroote Innovation Initiative at McMaster University with Dr. John Kelton. New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis – with exception for special event and themed episodes – so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Dina Brooks and Dr. John Kelton
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 2: Women in Academia | Founding Fathers Tune In
In this episode, we will be discussing issues surrounding women in academia before learning more about the history and inception of the medical school at McMaster University. New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis – with exception for special event and themed episodes – so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Susan and Reid Dr. Geoff Norman
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Episode 1: Design Thinking | Nursing Education Tune In
In Episode 1 we bring you two very cool topics – Design thinking, and Nursing Education. In this episode, Dr. Teresa Chan interviews Dr. Robert Fleisig, who is cross appointed to FHS and the W. Booth School of Engineering. Dr. Fleisig discusses the nature of design thinking and how it fits in healthcare. Then she interviews another rockstar educator – Dr. Ruth Chen – Nurse Practitioner and Nursing Academic. Dr. Chen discusses the behind the scenes of nursing education and shares a bit about her leadership journey.
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Robert Fleisig (School of Engineering) and Dr. Ruth Chen (School of Nursing)
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Pilot Episode Tune In
Our pilot episode Dr. Teresa Chan (Assistant Dean) and Dr. Anjali Kundi (Niagara Regional Campus Faculty Development Lead) describes the purpose of our podcast. Then, we bring you a podcast where Dr. Kundi interviews the wonderful Dr. Amanda Bell, who is the Assistant Dean of Niagara Regional Campus.
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Anjali Kundi (Niagara Regional Campus) and Dr. Amanda Bell (Niagara Regional Campus)
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan Dr. Anjali Kundi
Good Pie Edition
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Good PIE Episode 6: Health Professions Education Research Tune In
In this episode, we hear from Dr. Lara Varpio talk about health professions education research. They discuss topics such as tips to succeed, how to find your niche in health education, and finding a personal connection to what you want to pursue.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Lara Varpio
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Good PIE Episode 5: Transfer Learning with Dr. Geoffrey Norman Tune In
In this episode, we listen to Dr. Geoffrey Norman talk about transfer learning. He discusses topics such as strategies to facilitate transfer learning, analogies of transfer learning, and microtesting.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Geoffrey Norman
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Good PIE Episode 4: Technology in Health Professions Education Tune In
In this episode we listen to Dr. Elif Bilgic talk about the integration of technology in the health professions field. She discusses topics such as her immersive virtual reality research, the bidirectional relationship between academic and technological industries, and what she sees for the future of technology in the health professions field.
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Elif Bilgic
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Good PIE Episode 3: From Motor Control to Medical Education Tune In
In this episode, we listen to Dr. Lawrence Grierson talk about health profession education. He discusses topics such as the multiple processes model, variability in a research environment, and what he expects for the future of health professions education.
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- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Lawrence Grierson
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Good PIE Episode 2: Assessment Research with Dr. Sandra Monteiro Tune In
In this episode we hear from Dr. Sandra Monteiro talk about assessment research. She discusses topics such as good practices in assessments, how she got to where she is today, and how to bridge the gap between assessments and cultural values. In addition to this, she also mentions her hobbies outside of research!
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Sandra Monteiro
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Good PIE Episode 1: Clinical Teaching with Dr. Jonathan Sherbino Tune In
In this episode, we hear Dr. Jonathan Sherbino talk about his various experiences as a medical professional. He discusses topics related to effective teaching strategies, how podcasting has affected him, his teaching career, and much more.
Check out the KeyLIME Podcast
- Producer: Eshaan Maneyapanda
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Jonathan Sherbino
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Sparkle Special
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Sparkle Episode 15: Incorporating Feedback with the R2C2 Model Tune In
In this episode, we will be listening to Dr. Teresa Chan and Dr. Joan Sargeant discuss the “R2C2” model of feedback and assessment. Dr. Sargeant reflects on her experiences beginning with investigating about how learners previously valued multi-source feedback in healthcare. In this interview, we learn about providing feedback in a way that learners will accept and incorporate to produce real change in their own practice.
- Producer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Joan Sargeant
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Sparkle Episode 14: The MacEmerg Podcast - How to Grow a Community Tune In
In this episode, we will be listening to Drs. Teresa Chan and Kevin Dong discuss getting the most out of the podcast experience to create a community of practice using the MacEmerg Podcast. Drs. Chan and Dong reflect on the inception of the podcast and discuss what it means to grow a digital community from the ground up.
- Producer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Kevin Dong
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Sparkle Episode 13: Mentorship, Sponsorship, and Allyship Tune In
In this episode, we will be listening to a syndication of the Program for Faculty Development’s Women’s CHAT series. Dr. Rebecca Repa discusses with McMaster’s Sarrah Lal on the promotion of women colleagues through mentorship and sponsorship. In this CHAT, we also learn the benefits of making oneself an ally to women to create a fairer and more equitable workplace.
- Producer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Rebecca Repa and Sarrah Lal
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Sparkle Episode 12: Award Nominations Tune In
In this episode, we will be listening to Dr. Jonathan Sherbino and Dr. Teresa Chan discuss the awards nomination process. Dr. Sherbino offers some tips to promote colleagues and peers with the right award at the right time in order to help grow or receive recognition and distinction for quality work.
- Producer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Jonathan Sherbino
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Sparkle Episode 11: Effective Virtual Teaching Tune In
In this segment, we will be listening to Dr. Alim Nagji discuss teaching in virtual spaces with special guest Dr. Ally Prebtani. Dr. Prebtani reflects on the barriers for professionals adapting to the virtual environment currently and in the future. Dr. Prebtani shares his expertise on how to optimize the teaching process with different tool integrations and practical techniques.”
- Producer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Ally Prebtani
- Interviewer: Dr. Alim Nagji
Sparkle Episode 10: Providing Healthcare Education Tune In
In this segment, Dr. Teresa Chan discusses the many possible winding roads of progress and how Dr. Chan quickly rose to the position of Associate Dean at McMaster’s CPD office. Teresa reflects on her past and what motivated her to pursue education in healthcare.
- Producer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Teresa Chan
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Sparkle Episode 9: Health Professions Education Research (HPER) Tune In
In this segment, we are featuring guest speakers Drs. Mary Beth DeVilbiss and Laura Roberts from one of the top journals in Health Professions Education Research (HPER): Academic Medicine. Today, they will be discussing some of the inner workings of the journal. Drs. DeVilbiss and Roberts will also be offering us some insight into the field of HPER.
We hope this talk today will inspire you to check out our very own HPER curriculum at McMaster
- Producer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Mary Beth DeVilbiss and Dr. Laura Roberts
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Sparkle Episode 8: Quality Improvement Research & Patient Safety Tune In
In this segment, Dr. Anjali Kundi and Dr. Ekta Khemani discuss QI research, patient safety, and incorporating research into one’s career. Ekta reflects on her journey into the field of quality improvement and her endeavors of trying to close the gaps in patient safety with younger practitioners.
- Producer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Ekta Khemani
- Interviewer: Dr. Anjali Kund
Sparkle Episode 7: Mentorship in Academic Healthcare Tune In
In this segment, Dr. Vivian Lewis reflects on her experiences directing a mentor developing working group at Rochester University. Dr. Lewis reflects on what it means to be someone’s mentor and the benefits of guiding early career faculty and students.
- Producer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Vivian Lewis
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Sparkle Episode 6: An Anthropologist Walks into a Hospital Tune In
In this segment, Dr. Eve Purdy reflects on the “Medical Education In Cases” project – a series of short, reality-inspired healthcare-focused vignettes used to provoke questions in the medical education community. Eve offers her thoughts as a key member of the project and provides some insight into how that experience helped grow into other initiatives and ways of practice.
- Producer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Eve Purdy
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Sparkle Episode 5: Virtual Communities of Practice Tune In
In this segment, we will hear about the process of implementing a virtual community of practice and some of the nuances resulting from this process. Today, our guest Dr.1+ Ted Xenedemetropoulos comes to us virtually to chat about forms of virtual care; his recent efforts have been focused on the systematic development and incorporation of a dedicated Telemedicine (eVisits) and eConsult service provision throughout Ontario.
- Producer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Ted Xenedemetropoulos
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Sparkle Episode 4: Implementing Equity in Society Tune In
In this segment, Dr. Sonia Anand discusses why equity is important and the necessity to shift our thinking towards a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment and society.
- Producer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Sonia Anand
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Sparkle Episode 3: The Okanagan Mental Health Task Force Tune In
Today’s installment sets the stage for an interesting new initiative within the greater McMaster community. In this segment, we will hear about the Okanagan Mental Health Task Force from Dr. Catherine Munn – an initiative to help those who are struggling with mental health in the community around McMaster.
- Producer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Catharine Munn
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Sparkle Episode 2: Academics to Art - Personal and Professional Development Tune In
In this segment, we will hear about Dr. Robin Davisson’s journey from a senior academic to a professional artist. We will be listening to Robin reflect on the experiences that led her in this new direction, and also why the seemingly distant career change may not be as distant as you think.
Have a look at Robin’s art.
- Producer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Robin Davisson
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Sparkle Episode 1: Rock the Podium Tune In
In this sub-series, we will be bringing you more of the same great content that will be shorter and more accessible in between our regular releases. In our first episode, Sparkle host Dr. Ruth Chen will be speaking to Dr. Huma Ali about her experiences with the “Rock the Podium” speaker engagement series at MacPFD. In this segment, we will hear about Huma’s reasoning behind creating the well-received speech “Leading Self”.
Listen to Dr. Huma Ali’s “Leading Self“.
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Huma Ali
- Interviewer: Dr. Ruth Chen
Bonus Editions
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Bounce Episode 2: Reflections on Uncertainty Tune In
Welcome back to the second installment of the featured BOUNCE series, in partnership with the Okanagan Mental Health Task Force!
BOUNCE will introduce different real-life vignettes of people’s experiences with mental health in higher education. This episode features special guest speaker Dr. Mat Savelli
“Dr. Mat Savelli loved school, and this didn’t change when he was doing his bachelor’s degree at McMaster University. What did change was his relationship with his parents, siblings, and girlfriend. In response, he continued to focus on school until he realized in third year that that too would be ending soon, leaving him uncertain of many things including which continent he’d be living in. Now, reflecting back on this time period, Dr. Savelli would want to tell his younger self three things: 1) There isn’t something wrong with you; 2) Slow down, step back, and think about what you’re doing and why. Is it something you really want? 3) There are supports, resources, and other pathways open to you. You don’t have to continue down this path if you don’t want to.”
- Producer: The Okanagan Mental Health Task Force
- Featured Guests: Dr. Matt Savelli
- Interviewer: Dr. Catharine Munn
Bounce Episode 1: Healing Through Sharing Tune In
Today, in a partnership with the Okanagan Mental Health Task Force initiative at McMaster University, we at MacPFD are excited to bring you the first of three interviews in the BOUNCE series!
BOUNCE will introduce different real-life vignettes of people’s experiences with mental health in higher education. This episode features special guest speaker Zeinab Khawaja.
Follow Zeinab as she describes how she puts different parts of her identity together during her time as an undergraduate student at McMaster. Zeinab had a great time at ‘Welcome Week’ and would make some close friends in her first year. Eventually in first year, she would open up to a few people about what had happened a few days before Welcome Week – her wedding for her arranged marriage. Zeinab’s story highlights how the act of sharing your story is healing, “even if you don’t feel like you deserve it, even if you’re not sure what will come of it, even if it might end up being bad and hurtful. The trying is what matters. Knowing that every time I tried to tell someone, I was telling myself, you deserve to be heard.”
MacPFD Spark is excited to feature the first three BOUNCE episodes over the next three weeks – be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career and mental well-being in academia!
Check out the BOUNCE website.
- Producer: The Okanagan Mental Health Task Force
- Featured Guests: Zeinab Khawaja
- Interviewer: Dr. Catharine Munn
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Special Episode 3: Fatigue Risk Management Tune In
For our third special episode release of the MacPFD Spark podcast, we have recorded a virtual discussion between Dr. Andrew Latchman and Dr. Teresa Chan about fatigue risk management in the healthcare setting. In this episode, we will be listening to an in-depth discussion concerning the environment around fatigue in the workplace, identifiers, and possible solutions from a new initiative led by Dr. Latchman.
This project comes from within Resident Affairs with the goal to help address burnout and fatigue. We felt this project was so poignant and time-sensitive that the Spark team rushed to push out Dr. Latchman’s discussion in the form of our third special episode.
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Andrew Latchman
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Special Episode 2: Peer Support with Pandemic Pals Tune In
For our second special episode release of the MacPFD Spark podcast, we have compiled discussions from five different healthcare professionals over three different segments to talk about managing the weight of adapting to new working conditions in the pandemic setting. Also introduced in this episode is a new initiative for peer support known as the “Pandemic Pals” or “Battle Buddies” program – listen in as each of these talks delves more into implementing coping strategies in response to this pandemic.
For more information regarding the “Battle Buddies” initiative, check out the literature.
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Dr. Natasja Menezes, Dr. Enas el Gouhary, Dr. Sandra Moll, Dr. Nancy Carter and Safa Ayari
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan
Special Episode 1: From Stories to Action: Addressing Anti-Black Racism in Healthcare Tune In
In this special episode, MacPFD Spark provides an alternate format to the McMaster University Department of Medicine’s Chairs Grand Rounds talk on addressing anti-black racism in healthcare which took place on October 1st of 2020. Our thanks goes to speakers Sarah Adjekum, Lyndon George, Dr. Ameil Joseph, and Dr. Madeleine Verhovsek for their insights and by helping this discussion take place by sharing their lived experiences on sensitive subject-matter.
- Sound Engineer: Nick Hoskin
- Music by: Scott Holmes
- Featured Guests: Sarah Adjekum, Lyndon George, Dr. Ameil Joseph and Dr. Madeleine Verhovsek
- Interviewer: Dr. Teresa Chan