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Michael Galvez and Cesar Padilla on National Latino Physician Day Sep 29, 2023

Show notes

“That’s what’s been our goal, showing that sense of urgency”

Dr. Michael Galvez is a Pediatric Hand Surgeon in California, Dr. Cesar Padilla is an Obstetric Anesthesiologist and Intensivist in California and they join Explore The Space Podcast to discuss National Latino Physician Day and the critical need to increase the number of Latino/a physicians in the United States. In turns eye-opening and inspiring, this was a fantastic discussion!

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Links

National Latino Physician Day website

Twitter: @michaelgalvezmd, @themillenialMD

Instagram: @doctor_cesar, @michaelgalvezmd, @nationallatinophysicianday

Anthony Chin-Quee On “I Can’t Save You” Jun 29, 2023

Show notes

“How do I learn to save myself in this world where I’m asked to save others?”

Anthony Chin-Quee is an Ear, Nose and Throat specialist who wrote the stunning memoir “I Can’t Save You”. We covered the various writing styles and techniques he used this remarkable work and the challenge of finding yourself while learning how to be a doctor. We also dive deep into financial literacy, empty carbs and being on strike. This was outstanding!

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Links

Twitter: @CQ__MD

Instagram: @wheyouat

Nora Volkow On Complexity And Vulnerability In The Opioid Epidemic Jun 21, 2023

Show notes

Dr. Nora Volkow is a Psychiatrist and the Director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) at the National Institutes of Health. She joins Explore The Space Podcast for a powerful discussion on the impact of synthetic opioids on the risk of overdose and unintentional death, the massive impact of Social Determinants of Health, and the importance of providing medication as part of the treatment of opioid use disorder.

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Links

NIDAMed: Clinical resources for health professionals and those in training about screening, addressing, and treating addiction

NIDA’s website

SAMHSA’s website

Annie Andrews on “Their Future” and “Rock The Ride” Jun 14, 2023

Show notes

“We can accelerate change in this country”

Dr. Annie Andrews is a Pediatrician, a leading gun violence researcher and the founder of “Their Future, Our Vote”, an organization focused on supporting lawmakers who put the needs of children first in policy decisions. She comes back to Explore The Space Podcast to discuss “Their Future”, the importance of positive self-talk, and her upcoming appearance at “Rock The Ride”

Link to register for Rock The Ride on 6/24/23

Archive of Explore The Space Podcast episodes related to gun violence

If you would like to have Mark present his talk “Things I Didn’t Learn In Training About Firearms” please email Mark@explorethespaceshow.com

Check out the archive of Explore The Space Podcast

The Explore The Space Merchandise Store is open! Please check it out

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Email feedback or ideas to mark@explorethespaceshow.com

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MedLasso Presents: The Final MedLasso Episode and Ted Lasso Finale Jun 08, 2023

Show notes

The Ted Lasso finale has aired, and what a finale it was! Mark and Sayed are joined by Dr. Jaime Coleman once again to break it all down. We also take time to say farewell to MedLasso, and what a ride it’s been!

Thank You to everyone who has listened, shared, amplified, and participated in this incredible #MedLasso community!

Check out the archive of “MedLasso” here and get caught up!

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Katrina Green on Building Advocacy Skills Jun 01, 2023

Show notes

“The more you do it, the easier it gets”

June is Gun Violence Awareness Month, and in that spirit we welcome Dr. Katrina Green to Explore The Space Podcast. Dr. Green is an emergency physician in Tennessee who has emerged as a powerful and committed advocate on a variety of issues. She has recently received much attention for her work and presence during recent sessions of the Tennessee State Legislature. We dive into this historical moment, as well as her journey building skills and confidence as a physician advocate and much more. Enjoy!

Archive of Explore The Space Podcast episodes related to gun violence

If you would like to have Mark present his talk “Things I Didn’t Learn In Training About Firearms” please email Mark@explorethespaceshow.com

Link to register for Rock The Ride on 6/24/23

Check out the archive of Explore The Space Podcast

The Explore The Space Merchandise Store is open! Please check it out

Please subscribe to and rate Explore The Space on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download podcasts.

Email feedback or ideas to mark@explorethespaceshow.com

Follow on Twitter @ETSshow, Instagram @explorethespaceshow

Links

Twitter @KGreenMD

Protect My Care

American Medical Women’s Association

MedLasso Presents: Ted Lasso Season 3 Episode 11 with Special Guest Jane Liebschutz May 26, 2023

Show notes

We’re down to the penultimate episode of Ted Lasso, so naturally it’s time to talk legacy. Dr. Jane Liebschutz joins Sayed and Mark for a deep dive into Ted Lasso season 3 episode 11. We cover legacy, healing and the cool way Jane and Mark are connected since the early 1990s. This was so fantastic, enjoy and listen all the way to the end for a fun announcement too.

Check out “Doctors Diaries” here

Check out the archive of “MedLasso” here and get caught up!

The Explore The Space Merchandise Store is open! Please check it out

Please join in the MedLasso conversation on Twitter, and tag your tweets with #MedLasso

Please subscribe to and rate Explore The Space on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download podcasts.

Email feedback or ideas to mark@explorethespaceshow.com

Check out the archive of Explore The Space Podcast as well as our Position Papers and much more!

Follow on Twitter @ETSshow, Instagram @explorethespaceshow

MedLasso Presents: Ted Lasso Season 3 Episode 10 and Sayed’s New Book May 18, 2023

Show notes

It’s time for a MedLasso recap of Ted Lasso Season 3, Episode 10, but first we have something to celebrate! Sayed’s new book “These Vital Signs” is available now! We take some time to celebrate his amazing achievement, then dive into the joy of Ted Lasso S3, E10. Celebrate with us!

Check out the archive of “MedLasso” here and get caught up!

The Explore The Space Merchandise Store is open! Please check it out

Please join in the MedLasso conversation on Twitter, and tag your tweets with #MedLasso

Please subscribe to and rate Explore The Space on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download podcasts.

Email feedback or ideas to mark@explorethespaceshow.com

Check out the archive of Explore The Space Podcast as well as our Position Papers and much more!

Follow on Twitter @ETSshow, Instagram @explorethespaceshow

Plugs

Order Sayed’s book “These Vital Signs” here

MedLasso Presents: Ted Lasso Season 3 Episode 9 with Special Guest Jamie Coleman May 12, 2023

Show notes

It’s time for a MedLasso recap of Ted Lasso Season 3, Episode 9, and we knock it out of the park with Jamie Coleman as our guest. She’s a superb leader and a wonderful Trauma Surgeon, her insights on leadership are absolutely incredible. Enjoy!

Check out the archive of “MedLasso” here and get caught up!

The Explore The Space Merchandise Store is open! Please check it out

Please join in the MedLasso conversation on Twitter, and tag your tweets with #MedLasso

Please subscribe to and rate Explore The Space on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download podcasts.

Email feedback or ideas to mark@explorethespaceshow.com

Check out the archive of Explore The Space Podcast as well as our Position Papers and much more!

Follow on Twitter @ETSshow, Instagram @explorethespaceshow

Plugs

Preorder Sayed’s book “These Vital Signs” here

MedLasso Presents: Ted Lasso Season 3 Episode 8 with Special Guest Ali Raja May 05, 2023

Show notes

It’s time for a MedLasso recap of Ted Lasso Season 3, Episode 8! Sayed and Mark are joined by Dr. Ali Raja and we go deep on the stories we tell ourselves, our self-talk and how we respond to situations. This was absolutely fascinating!

Check out the archive of “MedLasso” here and get caught up!

The Explore The Space Merchandise Store is open! Please check it out

Please join in the MedLasso conversation on Twitter, and tag your tweets with #MedLasso

Please subscribe to and rate Explore The Space on Apple Podcasts or wherever you download podcasts.

Email feedback or ideas to mark@explorethespaceshow.com

Check out the archive of Explore The Space Podcast as well as our Position Papers and much more!

Follow on Twitter @ETSshow, Instagram @explorethespaceshow

Plugs

Twitter @therealdoctorT, @aliraja_MD

Preorder Sayed’s book “These Vital Signs” here

Society of Academic Emergency Medicine Annual Meeting is here

Sarafina Nance’s book “Starstruck” available here