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Episode 91- Get it out the trenches..... Jul 30, 2024

On this episode, Aldwin speaks to the recent infusion of a 1 billion dollar donation to John Hopkins medical school. Who does it directly benefit? In many cases its not who you think. He also discusses the importance of collaboration within the diaspora. Gilbert Arenas recently came under fire for calling the South Sudanese Players the Ahi Ahi tribe and mimicked doing a dart shot during a video. Why does that behavior create confusion and mental chaos for many? Last, Aldwin speaks on the political landscape and why he believes Kamala Harris is the one to support this election cycle. TAP IN!

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Crafting legacies through media Jun 25, 2024

On this throwback partial segment of an episode, Aldwin has a discussion with Anthony Goods, one of the founders of Swishculture and how the control of the media can create warped perspectives about athletes. He speaks on how his work has been instrumental in guiding atheltes toward contracts and their professional goals and why it is necessary for people to navigate the media space.

Episode 90- Always give yourself a second chance..... Jun 11, 2024

On this episode, Aldwin speaks on knowing the power within your physical and mental mind. Once you know yourself, then any and everything is possible. It is easy to get lost in what everyone else is doing but WHAT are you doing? What matters and should be prioritized is only that. The greatest comparison is to the greatest version of yourself...

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Adapting by any means necessary Jun 01, 2024

On this short clip, Dr. Una speaks on the fear she developed while starting her own practice. She quickly had to adapt to being the only one in her private pediatric practice. What transpired amidst that transformaiton and how did that lead to a 6 figure business? We also speak on the power of books. It is not only the power of knowledge that is useful but it is the application of said knowledge!

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The Power of Grace May 25, 2024

There is something about being able to forgive yourself. Despite life's challenges, its important to look back and see everything has brought you to this exact moment. Nothing happens just because. Everything happens because its the will of God and the universe. Giving yourself grace allows you to be more understanding of such. There are no favors without the power of grace. When you establish love of thy self then any and everything is possible.

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Episode 89- Keep on Keepin on..... May 10, 2024

On this episode, Aldwin speaks on the importance of having faith in yourself. No one can dictate your future but YOU. Sometimes others will belittle your goals because it is unbefitting for them. If you want to accomplish something, go for it. F it to the world and cater to any and everything that aligns with you. Also, Aldwin speaks on Gov Kathy Hochul and her recent statement of black children not knowing computers. The Bronx is in a broadband desert and we need resources to enrich their experiences. Lets get our children off the street and into the books. Last, Aldwin speaks on the wave of protest around the country. What about whats going on in Sudan and Congo? How can we speak on one human rights travesty but neglect the others?

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Episode 88- Online dating and heartbreaks! Is it worth it? Apr 30, 2024

On this episode, Aldwin speaks on the online dating scene and how it has transformed how we look at dating, relationships, marriage, and courting. Did you know that 30 % of adults have reported using online dating in some form at least once in their lifetime? Aldwin speaks to his personal experience navigating several dating apps and its pro and cons. Is it worth it? He also addresses why versatility in dating can lead to positive results. Finally, he speaks to the travesty of a study showing black women are the least desirable in dating apps and how that can reinforce trauma, hyper sexualization and objectification especially by White men.

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Mind Your Mental- I almost didnt match.... Mar 21, 2024

On this episode, Aldwin talks about matching, the soap process and his experiencing interviewing in residency. Nothing is guaranteed at all but always put your best foot forward. From being down bad to redemption, it is time to claim the opportunity in front of us. How many people are unmatched and why this becomes a continual issue for graduating doctors? We have a doctor shortage yet people graduating with doctoral degrees and no jobs.. where they do that at? Lets talk about it! Not only that but lets talk about continued importance of sharing our vulnerabilities. Former NBA all star John Wall revealed he had a gun to his head twice several years ago but the thought of his two sons saved him. Finally lets speak about how men need to respect themselves and also women even in being rejected during advances. A woman was stabbed to death in Brooklyn after rejecting a man's advance. Why is it important to emotional regulate ourselves and MORE!

Episode 86- Emerging from your Shell to master your entrepreneurial skills with Dr. Una, founder of EntreMD Mar 05, 2024

On this episode, we have Dr Una, founder of EntreMD business school and owner of Ivy League pediatrics speak on the importance of emerging from your shell. To grow, you must put yourself in uncomfortable positions. On top of that, your greatest investment you can have is in yourself. She speaks on how a 43,000-dollar investment in learning public speaking skills forever transformed her life. She has successfully willed and navigated being a pastor, businesswomen, mother, and inspiration for many.

In medicine and our society in general we are taught a protocol to work for others but the autonomy of working for yourself is something many seek. Dr. Una shares some insight into how she was able to go from a 0 to a 1,000,000 dollars a year at her private pediatric practice within 3 years. We speak on her mantra of being a voracious reader and consumer of knowledge. Did you know reading 8 books a year can increase your chances of being a millionaire by 150 %? She shares stories of triumph and disappointment. Along with that, she talks about why faith works can bring you further than you can envision and MORE.

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Episode 85- Finally, celebrate yourself- Mind Your Mental Feb 29, 2024

On this episode, Aldwin talks about his experience interviewing for psychiatry residency and his recent anxiety of the process not knowing what is guranteed. Completely grateful for 7 interviews! . But, what is guranteed is your thought on what you accomplished, what you can do do and what you will do. The objective is that you are what you think. From depression and anxiety to conquering his greatest fear, we all have our pitfalls. With this new segment, each week Mind your mental will feature topics in mental health along with what is going on personally on the podcast. On this episode, Aldwin talks on an article which discusses how barbers and bartenders can be used to reduce gun related suicide, problems of being young branded as a mental health issues as there is an increase in youth calling out for illness for work and the trauma behind celebrities not giving back. French Montana recently stated he would not be as involved in giving back to the community after seeing Money Making Nip being killed in front of his shop and MORE!

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Why Mentorship matters and building legacies! Feb 20, 2024

On this short clip from an episode with Dr. Turner, we talk about why mentorship matters. When you are down and out, it is always good to rejuvenate yourself with the right people and the right energy. Aldwin speaks on a story where he got checked by an attending that surprised him. Dr. Turner also speaks on the foundation of social media success and why a medical dynasty is needed in our community.

Episode 84- Don' t be afraid of the HELP! Jan 26, 2024

On this episode, Aldwin speaks on the importance of accepting the challenge of asking for help. There is nothing wrong with asking or receiving help, yet society deems individuals who ask for it weaker or vulnerable than. We can't accomplish anything in this life as individuals. When we surround ourselves with the right people, the right outcomes can occur. Aldwin speaks also on Jonathan Majors and domestic violence. By no means, should domestic violence be accepted in any shape or form. Also, he speaks on the migrant crisis going on in NYC and Chicago. How is that challenging the health and economic infrastructure of those respective cities and MORE!

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Episode 83- New Years 2024, Now or Never! Jan 11, 2024

On this episode Aldwin speaks about the phenomenon called Dry January and its importance for decreasing alcohol for the month. What's the implication for decreasing your alcohol intake on your body? In 2023, 15 % of Americans polled avoided alcohol for the month of Jan.

How do you accomplish your New Years Resolution in 2024?

A Doctor in Wuhan China slapping a patient going viral during an eye surgery?

Why how you think at the beginning of the year will allow you to flourish for the rest of 2024?

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Episode 82- Decolonizing Therapy in 2023 for 2024 Excellence Dec 28, 2023

On this brief episode. Aldwin speaks on his experience reading the book Decolonizing Therapy by Dr. Jennifer Mullan and how it relates to his personal understanding of life in 2023. He speaks how on trauma and grief intricately affects us all and our perception of living. From pain and poverty, to food insecurity to racial discrimination! Even our ancestors have an impact on the DNA embedded in us. What does that mean for you? Find out on this episode...

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Episode 81- Navigating the "Balance" between Professional Basketball and Podiatry Medical School with Student Doctor Ogoke Dec 12, 2023

Student Doctor Ogoke has progressed where many would falter. In this episode we speak about how playing for the Nigerian basketball team and basketball in general has direct ties to her focus and commitment in podiatry medical school.

We speak on the controversy with former WNBA player Liz Cambage who allegedly called the Nigerian Women’s Basketball team monkeys despite her having partial roots to Nigeria via her father. How old controversies can emerge from sound bites for clickbait!

How is NIL transforming the scope of college basketball?

Why is WNBA and the women’s game not perceived as highly as the men’s game and what she anticipates about the game in the future

We talk about how she navigates haters and criticism of her journey along with the potential power of motherhood while an athlete and MORE!

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Episdoe 80- Legacy is as Legacy goes with Dr. Turner Dec 05, 2023

On this episode, we talk about the importance of the formation of black dynasties especially in medicine. What does it mean to have a father and a sister who is in the field of OB/GYN and then another sister who is also in Family Medicine? With only 5 % of physician being black, Dr. Turner talks about his role in being a mentor and also how his father inspired him to follow his own personal goals within medicine. Not only that, but we talk about how he has built a significant social media following. He currently has amassed 150K followers on IG. Dr. Turner is transparent about not matching into his intial intended specialty of Orthopedics and how that laid the groundwork for his future in Family Medicine residency and then Sports Medicine. Not everything is what it seems. Sometimes the journey we have for ourselves is not the journey God intended for us. We speak on his passions within Sports Medicine. It is a different world being a doc on the sidelines of a MMA fight vs the National Football League. What is that feeling like of finally being an attending and being late if you want to? We talk about that and MORE! TAP IN!

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Episode 79- Thanksgiving Vibes and giving gratitude at all moments Nov 24, 2023

Tapping in with you all for a hot second. It has been a minute since our last episode drop but I wanted to share some updates and also an appreciation for all our listeners. I also share some lessons learned over the year and why we need to continue to make ourselves present, heard and seen!

Exploring the Pillars of Yoga and how to achieve ENLIGHTENMENT in our community Aug 01, 2023

On this throwback segment, we have Dr. Celeste talk about how yoga can tranform your life. The pillars of Yoga allows individuals to reach higher levels of consciousness and awareness about our constantly moving moments. Not only that, but we destigmatize what Yoga is and what a Yogi does. Why don't men engage in Yoga especially in the black community? What are its health benefit? Get in tune with a remarkable art that can do miraculous things with your physical and spiritual health!

How Cannabis is revolutionizing the healthcare industry with Dr. Hodge! Jul 21, 2023

On this throwback segement with Dr. Hodge, noted to be one of the most influential black men in the field of the Cannabis, we talk about his perspective on the future of the Cannabis industry and why it is important for it to be taught in medical schools. It is expected to be a 33 billion dollar industry in a few short years. Did you know Cannabis is the oldest drug/medication in human history? Dr. Hodge breaks down how its effectively changed his life and even its relevance to the creation of his hemp shop in Atlanta over the last several years.

Substance use disorder in the Black Community and it’s connection to White Supremacy! Jul 18, 2023

On this throwback episode from a segment of episode 53, Dr Smith talks about addiction and how it’s a disease of the mind and person. We explore how societal misfortune and misunderstandings leave many of who suffer from substance use disorder as pariahs of society. We delve into the history of the constitution and the history of America and its implications on substance use disorder. The war on drugs brought criminilization and more drugs in the community to institute a system that plagues us today. It is more than meets the eye. Addiction is a complex disease which has a number of influences but none more apparent than what we experience on the day to day. From what we eat to how we encounter our traumas, awareness is key as we progress to improve our communities.

Why Black Men deserve to be Happy and Intimately Connected to the Universe! LOVE is LOVE! Jul 11, 2023

This a throwback piece of an episode with the Black Men Flower project. On this short clip, we discuss the importance of black men being vulnerable and opening their space to the world. We talk about how we need to change the narrative of who and what we are and why simple things like hugs increases accesibility to places we never touch.

Episode 78- Mind your mental but also don't neglect your physical with DrFitBrit! Jul 07, 2023

It is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month! On this episode, the Melaninwhitecoats discuss with DrFitBritt, a psychiatry resident in Atlanta, how our physical state is throughly connected to our mental state. She is one of the most fit doctors on the net. Whether in the weight room or in her living room, she is active by any means necessary and encourages you to do so as well. Between being in psychiatry residency, being a mother, and running several businesses, she is committed to her fitness goals. She also gives us an insight into how the tragic death of her mother inspired her to be fully committed to her physical goals. We talk about the power of affirmations and giving yourself grace in every space you enter and MORE! This is the first of the mental health highlights we are doing for the month so def tune in!!

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Episode 77- What " Failure" in Medicine taught me about life Jun 28, 2023

On this episode, Aldwin shares his thoughts on what the representation of failure is. Is failure truly failure or lessons to teach us about perseverance? Failure is necessary for success and the more you appreciate the lessons from it, the more successful you will become. Aldwin looks back at his experiences in medical school and how failure was never his determined fate and how it relates to critical lessons we can apply to life itself.

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Episode 76- Why we all deserve life! Aldwin's mental health journey when in residency and remembering Dr. Mortimer Jun 22, 2023

On this episode, Aldwin speaks on the recent passing of Dr. Nakita Mortimer and the need for change in the medical training environment. Aldwin elaborates on his mental health journey when he was in residency and why ultimately every life should be cherished, respected and loved. There is a conversation to be had about how individuals navigate their trials and tribulations. People have good days, people have bad days, people have the best days but at the end of the day we are all human and deserved to feel empowered in any and every good thing we do. Real and raw with his experience of depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation while he was in the process. Mental illness has no face and everyone has their challenges with it. We can't address this unless we face it head on and improve the structures which facilatate its influence on our daily life. Aldwin dissects his experience and offers words of encouragement for those entering into their intern year in the next upcoming weeks.

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Episode 75- Say Less, Hustle Hard on everything! With Dr. Tamia Potter, the first Black Woman Neurosurgery resident in Vanderbilt history! May 10, 2023

On this episode we have soon to be Dr. Tamia Potter talk to her expansive experience leading to becoming a neurosurgery resident. From working as a CNA late nights to going to school directly after and repeating for several years at FAMU. We learned the true essence of grit and why that grind allowed her to have 17 publications in medical school, continue to work as tutor, spending hours on end on the weekends to finish her research projects and tirelessly be one of the top students in her class. The motto is your work hard and you play hard. She also elaborates on experiences of discrimination and what we call macrogression and her words of encouragement for the young black women who wants to be a neurosurgeon and MORE! Put respect on her name!

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Episode 74- Immersing your passion through branding with Anthony Goods, co- founder of Swishcultures May 03, 2023

As the NBA playoffs have begun, this is a special episode integrating the passion for basketball with creativity and innovation. On this episode, we have Anthony Goods, one of the co founders of Swishcultures, an online basketball media brand dedicated to bringing basketball content to consumers all around the world which has hundreds of thousands of basketball followers. Anthony talks about his humble beginning at Stanford as a basketball athelete and how his experiences helped him become courageous and faithful throughout his journey in the NBA D league now called the g league, his stint on an NBA team with the OKC Thunder the year they went to the NBA finals in 2012 and playing overseas as well. We talk about the treachery of playing overseas and potentially living paycheck to paycheck, navigating a new culture, and learning that not everything is what it seems. We also talk about how medicine is much like basketball and why working within the confines of a team is so crucial for success. Last, we go into detail about the importance of Swishculture and how it continues to elevate basketball as a brand domestically and internationally.

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Episode 73- From homelessness and taking the MCAT 6 times to medical student extraordinaire in Mexico! Persevering at all cost with Future Dr. Mauricio Apr 25, 2023

On this episode, we have future Dr Alan Mauricio share his experiences and triumph along the way of applying to medical school, being homeless at one point and deciding to pursue his medical career in Mexico. We encounter his discussion about his battles with self doubt, imposter syndrome, living in the living room of his best friend and his best friend medical school roomate, Dr Emmanuel Achilike and Dr Brandon Esianor for several months while also figuring his life out. We also talk about how his faith transformed his belief in what he could accomplish and why he centers every decision he makes on such. How therapy has helped to revitalize his perspective about his purpose and MORE!

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Episode 72- Say DAT! Black Woman and Queer as a Headache specialist with Dr. Courtney S White Apr 20, 2023

On this episode we have Dr. Courtney S White talk about her experiences as a black queer woman in a space where she has constantly been challenged. She talks about her work for other individuals in the LGBTQIA + community and how she continues to be a transparent advocate and force in academia. As an associate clerkship director in neurology, she keeps it real about why its important to not conform and continue to live in your truth. From her struggles with mental health to personal dealing of being diagnosed with migraine, it's all about keeping it a stack! We break down how to maintain your confidence as a medical student & resident even when you receive less than stellar evaluation especially when it may be allegedely discriminatory in nature. We also navigate disparities in headache medicine and how it is one of the most common disabilities in the world and MORE!

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Episode 71- Advocacy or DIE! How to advocate as a resident physician! Apr 13, 2023

On this episode, we have Dr Franklyn Rocha Cabrero speak on his experience advocating for residents under CIR or Committees of Interns and Residents. CIR is the largest housestaff organization in the country which represents 24,000 residents around the country. We talk about how he received backlash from speaking up against some of the unforunate challenges residents face at his program in Miami and also on the national level. Not only that but most important we lean into how to protect yourself when you put yourself out there and how backlash can be a detterent to your success as a future physician. Such backlash can come in many different ways. We learn why advocacy continues to be an important aspect in making residency less dehumanizing and more supportive of individual's experience. What are resident unions and why they are making a significant push? Learn that and more on this episode!

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Episosde 70- Black Men deserve their flowers too! A conversation about black men mental health and the Black Men Flower Project with Robert Vaughns Apr 04, 2023

On this episode we have Robert, idea innovator for the Black Men Flowers project which was spurred to deconstuct masculinty and enable black men to feel comfortable in being vulnerable and confident in themelves. Black men deserve their flowers! We discuss Robert's challenges with his own personal mental health journey and how the Black Men Flower project is creating a community of black men who are celebrating each other. Imagine waking up to flowers on your doorstep! We dismantle some of the stereotypes we face and emphasize the importance of therapy, art, community and nature so that we can all arise from our personal ashes. This is an episode you don't want to miss!

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Episode 69- Match Day 2023 Mar 17, 2023

Match day is the celebration of medical students around the country being able to enter into the field of medicine after graduating medical school. Over 45,000 medical students apply each year. Some are able to match and others aren't. Podcast Co-Host Dr. Lavar Williams talks about his journey failing comlex level 2, a major exam twice and failing OMM and still matching at his number 1 choice. We talk about imposter syndrome, dealing with DO discrimination as an applicant and his conviction to remain connected to staying in Georgia and close to his beautiful daughter. We also discuss celebrating yourself and giving thyself grace no matter what outcomes befall people in this process. Why following your instinct matters and MORE! Good words, wisdom and LOVE!

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Episode 68- So you want to start a Med Spa? Transitioning from the bedside to entrepreneur with Fola, owner of Gizel Atlanta Feb 22, 2023

On this Melaninwhitecoats podcast, we have Fola, owner of Gizel Atlanta speaking about her experience as an entrepreneur and the realities of opening a med spa. As a former nurse in the ER and ICU, she utilizes a compassionate and realistic approach to every client she has. She talks about how she tailors the experience and the perilous journey she had to traverse in order to make it to where she is now. We talk about health tips to maintain good skin care. Should you use bar soap to wash your face? Do black people need to use suncreen? Questions which often evade us but remember your skin is the first barrier to your body. Bad skins means increased risk for infections and health outcomes. What does it take to be an entrepreneur? We talk about that and more!

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Episode 67- Manifesting while being a Black Woman in Dentistry with Dr. Emma Guzman-Vizcarrondo Feb 17, 2023

On this Melaninwhitecoats episode, we have Dr Emma Guzman Vizcarrondo discuss her experiences being the only black individual in her dental school, the lack of diversity in dentistry and navigating constant imposter syndrome. We discuss her exploits with her mentorship program and community work with the Dental Divas. We also learn about the importance of dental health and its relation to our physical health, and MORE. As always, real, raw and real!

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Episode 66-Financial literacy 101! Let's make it easy Jan 13, 2023

On this episode of Melaninwhitecoats podcast we have guest Anthony Williams and Bilal Afolabi, financial planners killing the game who help me discuss the keys to financial literacy. We talk about education, self knowledge and the importance of group economics. We look at how oppression historically impeded the growth of financial capital in the community. We lean into the fundamentals of economics and how our daily decisions can impact generational wealth. From paying yourself first to learning about life insurance, tune in to get the knowledge to actualize your growth!

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Episode 65- 3 tips to conquering your 2023 Jan 06, 2023

On this episode, Aldwin shares his tips on how to conquer your 2023. It is a new year and it is time to develop new habits, new relationships and learn to follow our instincts. Let's dig deep into why its important for us to continue maintaining our mommentum and always finding ways to evolve. Its now or never!

Episode 64- Perspectives! Attempting to switch to Psychiatry residency Oct 21, 2022

On this episode Aldwin talks about his reasoning behind his pursuit of psychiatry. Last year Aldwin applied to neurology, psychiatry and neuropsychiatry residency. Now 5 months into residency, he realizes that his goals are centered around building interpersonal connections with patients and becoming a neuropsychiatrist who is able to see patients in multiple frameworks. He also discusses what the transfer process may look like and why transferring shouldnt be taboo. In this episode, discussion is also centered around finding happiness and liberation!

Episode 63- Quick Takes! Remember her name, Dr. Jing Mai and National Physician Suicide Awareness day Sep 19, 2022

On this episode, Dr. Soumare talks about the recent tragedy which befelled a resident at Highland hospital in Oakland, Dr. Jing Mai. She tragically committed suicide during her third month of residency. September is National Suicide Awareness Month along with September 17 being National Physician Suicide Prevention day. What are some solutions to this? Why we need change and revamping in how medical education is conducted? One life is already too much.... lets speak on it and more!

Episode 62- Learning to Cope and Adapt in Residency with Dr Rashona Moss, author of the Resident Physician Wellness Guide Sep 14, 2022

On this episode, we interview Dr. Rashona Moss, IM resident in Detroit regarding her highly necessary book in combating residency burnout and navigating its challenges in the book called the Resident Physician Wellness Guide.

Some things we discuss

How she learned to utilize coping skills to deal with the death of her grandmother during a arduous ICU rotation during intern year

Why support however, whoever, whenever is a necessary component in surviving residency

How she dealt with disappointment after not matching the first time

How to navigate anxiety in the midst of trying to learn your patients and execute your professional duties

why you must always prioritize yourself first! how can you expect to take care of others when you are ill?

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Perspectives! Episode 61- Is Residency a Scam? Aug 31, 2022

On this episode Dr. Soumare talks about recently going viral regarding speaking on the residency pay gap and the unfortunate physical and mental sacrifices many residents tackle on. With being 500K in debt and many uncertanties in line as a resident, it is important to be vocal. So may issues need to be addressed! Inflation continues to increase but salaries are not increasing respectively. Residents are suffering. We got CEO's making millionaires but barely any doctors doing so? If you think you getting the bag in medicine, dont be fooled.... it is a long journey and gurantees are not guranteed. Dr. Soumare talks through THINGS from his perspecitve and keeps it real and 100. He loves what he does but doesn't love the system in which things are done in...

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Quick Takes! Episode 60- Call me beautiful or nah? How should a man feel? Aug 22, 2022

Recently, Channing Crowder former NFL player and host of The Pivot Podcast received some scrutiny for calling another man, Denzel Ward beautiful. On this episode, we discuss our interpretation of that moment and how masculinity is defined in our minds? Is it acceptable to call another man beautiful? Is there a line to draw? Why is it important for men to acknowledge each other in positively provoking ways?

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Episode 59- Endometriosis can’t stop me! Rerouting success from dentistry to financial excellence with Dr Pascal Aug 15, 2022

On this episode, we discuss how Dr. Pascal, Podcast host of The Rich Black Doc reinvented herself after her encounter with endometriosis, a condition in which tissues which normally lines the uterus implant themselves in other areas of the body. She discusses the importance of the mindset shift and adapting to develop financial excellence. We also explore how she has been able to coordinate different ventures in and outside of entrepreneurialship and why knowledge is an essential component to financial growth.

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Episode 58- Perspectives! ICU rotation with Dr Soumare Jul 23, 2022

Perspectives is a new segment on the show which will highlight Dr. Soumare's experience while in residency. You will hear the good, the bad and the ugly. Unfiltered and unafraid to keep it real! This month talks to Dr. Soumare's experience on an ICU rotation. Dealing with death, learning about life and his expectations about what being a newly minted resident physician.

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Episode 57- How to successfully survive and thrive in intern year with Dr. Salih Jul 11, 2022

On this episode of the Melaninwhitecoats Podcasts, Dr Salih, a current PGY-2 gives tips on how to survive intern year. The struggle is necessary for success. We discuss your mindset being a priority and remembering that questionable times calls for you to be unwavering about seeking help and knowing your WHY. We also talk about the importance of reflecting on the journey and learning to enjoy the process!

Who can stop you but yourself!

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Episode 56- Food for thought! How to keep a healthy brain and mind with Dr. Douyon Jun 20, 2022

On this Melaninwhitecoats episode, we have Dr. Duoyon, board certified neurologist speak on how to maintain a healthy brain.

What are the most important ways to prevent and protect against Alzheimer disease

What is neuroplasticity and how does it affect our day to day activity

How our mindset can influence changes in our brains

Why we are more than just our brain

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Episode 55- Quick Takes! Sick and Tired of being sick and tired! Stop to the Mass Shootings! Jun 08, 2022

Its Gun Violence Awareness Month!

On this episode of the Melaninwhitecoats Podcast we discuss,

what are interventions to be considered in light of the recent climate of mass shootings

relevant statistics that show why this is an urgent matter that should be precedent above most political matters

personal encounters with gun violence.

why it is necessary to protect our children and feel safe in the "greatest country in the world"

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Episode 54- Quick Takes! Graduation 2022, Signed & Sealed by Dr. Williams and Dr. Soumare May 31, 2022

On this episode, we recap the most important moments of medical school. Despite both the challenges, we faced, we perserved and believed in our mission. The mission to cross that stage and be the first physicians in our respective families.

Medical School was treacherous but we allowed the momentum of our dreams to propel us to graduation.

We discussed the unseen haters who wished for our downfall. How to navigate the world of uncertainty

Why graduation means more to us than just being called a physician?

The significance of being a trailblazer and leader for our community.

Advice for incoming medical students!

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Episode 53- Addiction is more than meets the eye with Addiction Psychiatrist, Dr. Christopher Smith May 12, 2022

It is National Prevention Week which is a week dedicated to bringing communities together to raise awareness about the importance of substance use prevention. It is also Mental Health Awareness Month! On this episode, we have Dr. Chrisopther Smith, Addiction Psychiatrist discuss

how addiction is a disease of the brain/mind and not just attributed to a person's decision making

how cultural stigma behind addiction causes negative outcomes in our community

how addiction affects all people of all walks of life and is particularlarly concerning in pop/ hip hop culture ala DMX, MJ, Prince

how substance use has built the prison industrial complex

how the history of oppression continues to perpetuate addiction

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Episode 52- Politics and Medicine, Aint one without the other. Get to know Democratic Candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Georgia, Dr Jason Hayes May 02, 2022

On this episode, we have Dr. Jason Hayes, Democratic Candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Georgia talk about his foray into politics and why physicians need to continue to advocate for their communities. We also discuss

some of the most important aspects of his campaign

how Medicare and Medicaid are essential components to those needing healthcare access and why we need to support those who are burdened by the healthcare system

how SB202, a bill passed in Georgia continues to promote voter suppression and affects underrepresented communities

why critical race theory should be essential in all our school systems?

how systemic racism continues to affect communities today and the historical precedence surrounding it from Jim Crow to Reaganomics in the 1980's

why we need to continue to support our HBCU's which creates outstanding and excellent black leaders. Why has the state of Tennessee withheld millions of state dollars for the illustrious Tennessee State University to this day? Pay Attention

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Episode 51 Quick takes! Cam Newton- Trial by Fire. Women being quiet?!! Apr 25, 2022

Back at it! Cam Newton has recently come under fire for his comments regarding women. Particularly the comment " "No, baby! But you can't cook. You don't know when to be quiet. You don't know how to allow a man to lead."

On this episode we talk about what does his sentiments represents? Was it taken out of context and how does his comments potentially reinforce patriarchy?

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Episode 50- Quick Takes! Should the N word be banned? Mar 17, 2022

Several weeks ago Joe Rogan and Fat Joe came under scruitiny for their use of the N word. On this Quick Takes episode we discuss our thoughts on the N word use in our communities and what does it signfiy?

Is it justified?

What is the history behind the word?

Are their context in which they are appropriate?

how should we approach situations in which someone may use the word in a derogatory fashion?

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Episode 49- Lets Roll up and Roll out with Dr Hodge, Family Medicine Physician and Cannabis enthusiast. Foray into the world of Cannabis! Mar 11, 2022

On this episode of Melaninwhitecoats podcast we discuss with Dr Hodge, Family Medicine Physician and Cannabis enthusiast,

the benefits of medical marijuana for patients with a variety of medical conditions

what are the societal implications of legalizing cannabis

what is cannabis and its various forms

why it is critical to make your stake in a 33 billion dollar industry which is slated to be worth 200 billion in the next 10 years

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Episode 48- Quick takes! Aye Kings and Queens, lemme put you on to some mental health tips and awareness Feb 22, 2022

On this Quick Takes episode, Aldwin and Lavar discuss some advice on how to navigate mental health. The importance of being emotionally availabile and emotionally intelligent. How to validate your thoughts and mental health through a strong social support

Why our communities need to galvanize together to bolster mental health awareness

How masculinity in the hood can perpetuate trauma

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Episode 47- Motivation 101! Connecting with Dr Manna, Author of the Pre Med Survival Guide Feb 18, 2022

On this episode we have Dr. Manna, first generation Eritrean Physician and Anesthesiologist who imparts her wisdom regarding how to maintain motivation as a aspiring medical professional. We also discuss and ask the following questions

As a motivator to countless students, what does motivation mean to you? How do you maintain it on a day-to-day basis?
As a first-generation Eritrean American immigrant, straight from the roots of Africa, tell us about your journey to physician-hood. What were some of the challenges you faced coming into a vastly different culture in America?
What brought you into the publishing space for premeds? How difficult was it to create your book and any tips for those who want to create their own book?
Talk about the PreMed survival Guide! How has it helped countless students and why is there such a lack of information on how to get into medical school in our community
Tell us about your greatest challenge! How did you maintain motivation during that troubling time?

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Episode 46- Quick Takes! Pick up the book, Put down the gun. Say No to gun violence Feb 08, 2022

New Segment called quick takes where we will discuss 15-20 minutes a topic which affects our community.

Today the topic is gun violence which continues to devastate black men in America at an alarming rate.

Did you know that black men ages 15-34 make up 2 % of the US population but are 37 percent of gun fatalities.

In urban cities like Philadelphia, black men consists of 80 percent of gun fatalities

there has been a 14 percent increase in gun fatalities since 2019.

What are some solutions to the violence?

How can we mitgate such dispairites?

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Episode 45- If you look good, you will feel good, and hence you will do GOOD! Connecting with cosmetic chemist, Drea, founder of Aini Organix Jan 24, 2022

If you look good, you will feel good, and hence you will do GOOD! Connecting with cosmetic chemist, Drea, founder of Aini Organix

On this episode of the Melaninwhitecoats podcast Andrea, a cosmetic chemist discusses,

what drew her to cosmetic chemistry and how she realized medicine was not her calling

How her brand Aini Organix has helped her touched with her roots in Africa and empower other people to do the same

How to balance working for a corporate institution and getting a bag with Aini Organix

How the transformative nature of social media and marketing can help you expand your brand?

What YOU should do if you want to start your own beauty care line?

How has skin shaming affected our communities perception of ourselves?

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Episode 44- Dreams deferred not deterred May 21, 2021

As it is graduation season upon us....On this episode, we have two spectacular individuals whom Aldwin attended school with and graduated with a masters in medical science with at Morehouse School of Medicine. Dr Amber Frazier who is the first black resident ever to attend psychiatry residency at her residency program at Atrium health and a recent homeowner utilizing the doctor loan along with, Dr. Denise Hinton who is a former walk on to the LSU track team and eventual all American in weight and hammer throw and current Orthopedic Resident at Duke doing a research year. We discuss

-their respective challenges as black women in medicine and how they traversed being told no and they couldn't be the physicians they envisioned

-for Amber how residency has challenged her in the most unanticipated ways and for Denise how research has given her a sense of clarity about what she wants to accomplish as a future pediatric orthopedic surgeon

-the importance of team dynamics and how that translates to medicine ( Denise being on the LSU Track team and Amber being part of AKA's)

-why it important to believe in yourself before anyone else

-how their growth prior to medical school provided a foundation for them to be successful in any thing they focused themselves on

-how personal failures taught them important lessons about life beyond medicine

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Episode 43- No Justice No Peace, Protect US! May 04, 2021

On this episode of the Melaninwhitecoats podcast we discuss our thoughts on

the recent fatal shooting of our beloved black brothers and sisters. The US leading all developing countries in fatal police shootings per year

qualified immunity and the messages it imposes for criminalization of police officers. Should qualified immunity be banned from the Constitution?

personal experiences/encounters with police officer. How they make us feel and what our ways we can continue to protect ourselves

the importance of policy work and the impact it can have in changing the disparities of criminalization of black men and woman in the carceral system.

why we are destined to continue to see these things happen if we don't hold our communities and ourselves accountable

and more.....

Episode 42- From Medical Student to Neurosurgery Patient, Resilience and Fortitude with Student Doctor Theandra Madu Apr 14, 2021

On this episode of the Melaninwhitecoats Podcast, student doctor Theandra Madu from Howard University College of Medicine discusses

her recent experience with being diagnosed with a glioma, a benign form of brain cancer which can potentially become deadly

what it meant to her while being on medical rotations and experiencing neurological symptoms she could not explain which included the inability to move her tongue or touch the roof of her mouth

what physical and mental challenges she faced when she was was diagnosed with brain cancer

how has being a neurological/neurosurgery patient connected to her goal of becoming a future neurologist

how her faith and spirituality provided a foundation for her to live with confidence and optimism

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Episode 41- Match day 2021, its a vibe, it's a vibe yeah yeah Mar 23, 2021

Last Friday, close to 40,000 medical students matched into a speciality at a residency in the United States. This is the day that medical students worked hard for in anticipation of where they will truly begin their clinical training. 4 years of medical school leads up to this special moment. This episode we celebrate that process with recently matched medical student, Darnell Gordon. He will be matching to Ohio States Emergency Medicine Residency Program. We discuss

-his feelings regarding the match and how he felt knowing he matched on Match Monday

-advice for those going into the upcoming match and tips on how to conquer interview season.

-encouragement for those who didn't not match

-what green and red flags he watched out for as he selected which residency to match

-why capping is a thing in this process. don't believe everything you hear from anyone whether that be program director or resident in your program of interest

-why support is important and his greatest motivating force

and more.....

Big shoutout to Giulia, an osteopathic medical student atWestern University of Health Science, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific Northwest for appearing on the episode. Unfortunately the recording did not record her part but we appreciate you!

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Episode 40- Why Yoga Matters! Mar 10, 2021

On this episode Dr Celeste Aida, a chiropractor discusses

-How can yoga be implemented in our communities and at the intersection of standard medicine

-The different forms of yoga and how Yoga isnt just defined by poses. It’s defined by mindset, a lifestyle and more......

-What does it mean that approximately 72 percent of all yoga practitioners are women and how we can get more men in tuned with this beneficial activity

-How Yoga transformed one of her patient’s life and created such a healthy and positive outcome

-Why awareness of Yoga can facilitate positivity in the black community and culture

-And more!!!

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Episode 39- Black Dating during the pandemic; It's Valentine's Day, beloved! Feb 14, 2021

On this special edition for Valentine's Day, we have special guests Erica and Isabella, co host on the SNMA presents the Lounge Podcast. We discuss

-how online dating has transformed the dating experience during the pandemic

-what is dating like as a black man in medicine? Do we got options like that?

-thoughts on woman in the professional space potentially generating less dating interest than men

-what is a purpose partner

-are men intimidated by women in the professional space

-the importance of understanding love languages when developing relationships with a significant other

-how social media has helped promote black love

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Episode 38- Respectfully I may need my 60K back or NAH, Life on medical school rotations during the pandemic Jan 28, 2021

On this episode, we discuss what have been our favorite and least favorite experiences on medical school rotations

-Lavar talks about what medical school rotations have been like while adapting to the pandemic. Are virtual rotations fun at all?

-is it possible to still fall in love or have a passion for a specific rotation if your preceptor is trash?

-how to deal with conflict in a professional matter

-Aldwin talks about an encounter with a black physician who felt offended when calling him boss

-why being a black physician matters in our communities and that feeling you get when you walk into a room with black patients

-what the death of Dr Susan Moore displays to us as future physicians and the context to which it relates to healthcare for people of color

-we discuss getting hollered at by patients or their daughters on rotations and MORE......

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Episode 37- On the brink of the edge, Advocacy work and the NYC DOE ( Department of Education) with Medical Student Sotonye Douglas Jan 14, 2021

On this episode with medical student Sotonye Douglas, we discuss

-how your voice can implement change in your community and why advocacy matters from your local, state officials and even celebrities whom she has had the privilege of all working with.

-what it means to be educated in the NYC Department of education, the largest education system in the country. Why is there twice the amount of NYPD officers than there are social workers and guidance counselors in the NYC DOE? How does that impact the quality of education in NYC schools?

-how the prison/jail system disproportionately affects the black and latinX population. Do you know that 92 percent of students arrested in NYC schools are either black or latinX yet together they make up only 52 percent of the general population?

-what it was like visiting her mentee at Rikers Island and how that has forever changed her perception of the jail/prison system

-how networking can provide opportunities to improve community relations and resources

And MORE!

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Episode 36- 2020 baggage manifesting '21 treasures Jan 08, 2021

In this new year, the melaninwhitecoats podcast decided to explore a new territory. This podcast episode was done by only one co host.

On this melaninwhitecoats episode, a discussion is had on

-why YOU should take the vaccine when it is available. The collectivist mindset will see us prevail through the pandemic

- the fauci effect. What does it mean to the medical world that there has been an 18 percent increase in medical school application? Is this renewed interest due to Dr Anthony Fauci alone or other factors?

-why it is important in this new year to engage in frugality. Frugality is synonymous with millionaires. Invest in yourself before you invest in anything else. PAY YOURSELF first!

-my reaction to the recent events in the political arena and how it has and can shape our communities

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Episode 35-Transparency goes as Transparency gets! Connecting with one of the youngest black osteopathic medical graduates EVER, Dr. Ashley Peterson. Sep 17, 2020

On this episode, Dr. Ashley Roxanne Peterson discuses how she dealt with the challenge behind the media backlash of being named the first Black DO rather than the true statement of being the youngest black DO graduate from PCOM-GA and potentially the youngest Black DO graduate ever. She talks about how independence at an early allowed her to flourish and start her medical journey at a younger age than most of her peers. We also talk about the importance of balance during the medical journey and how the medical environment enforces the thought that grades mean everything at the expense of personal development. Not to forget we also speak about issues surrounding black love and its relevance to our culture today. We answer the questions of why media has become her passion and has evolved her ability to connect with people. When they went low, she went medium. She explores how people will hate upon your success but it is key to recognize that this is the price of accomplishment.

Congratulations to our second annual giveaway winners, Student Doctor Esosa, Robert, and Angela! First place is receiving an amazon gift card worth 50 dollars and the second and third place are receiving a 25 dollar gift card! Also, thank you to everyone else who participated. We will have more giveaways in the future.

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Episode 34-No Hair! No Problem! Maintaining Healthy Hair with Hair Transplant Surgeon and Dermatologist, Dr. Ekpo Sep 03, 2020

On this episode, Dr. Ekpo, a hair transplant specialist and dermatologist talks about how to maintain healthy hair particularly in communities of color. We dispel some of the myth as it pertains to hair growth and how hair loss is irrevocably connected to your psychological and physical state. We discuss some of the more common dermatologic diseases which affect black people such as CCA ( central centrifugal cicatrical alopecia) and how hair loss can occur from two general processes, scarring vs non-scarring. We answer the question of are relaxers and perming safe? How often do you need to shampoo? Are natural shampoo and hair products better than non-natural hair products? How has hair transplantation become a commonality and the future it holds for hair restoration in the field of dermatology. Tune in for that and more!

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Episode 33- SPECIAL EDITION! Acknowledging the Mamba's Way 8/24, A tribute to the late Kobe Bryant Aug 24, 2020

As today is 8/24, Mamba day, it is only right that we celebrate an individual who captivated the world through his grit, determination and relentless work ethic. The numbers 8 and 24 were on one of the most prolific NBA players to have graced the court, Kobe Bryant. Beyond basketball, he was a transcendent who helped to transform his community in a multitude of ways from coaching his daughter's AAU team to writing a screenplay which he won an Oscar for. On this episode, we talk about the impact Kobe had on on the world and in particular on us. We discuss how his death curated an environment for people of all ages, demographics, creeds to come together and recognize the meaning of love and adoration. Nonetheless, we also talk about how his death shifted a narrative about how black men mourn. Is it ok to be emotionally vulnerable and admit your feelings? We discuss how fatherhood was such a important component of his life and how it impacted my guest, Jamal in his own role as a father of two beautiful children. Success breeds contempt and hate and Kobe always embodied a professional who lived above that. He believed in his capacity to be an excellent professional basketball player but he also believed in the capabilities of the world. Even during his darkest moments including sexual allegations, he challenged himself to do better. Tune in!

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Episode 32- From Philly to Cincy, Why Fit in when you can be a STANDOUT? A discussion with Dr. Chineze Ebo Aug 22, 2020

On this episode, Dr. Chi Ebo, a pediatric resident discusses advice on how to navigate intern year and illustrate the skills of a competent resident. What are the first things you need to do on the first day? How can you make yourself more prepared? She focuses on how residency is an ever evolving process through which individuals explore who they are. We also talk about the feelings of inadequacy as a resident and what are the best things to look for when applying to residency programs. She offers tips on how to successfully apply and how her untraditional journey brought her to the pediatric wards. She also offers resources/tips which can help with child rearing during this pandemic.We talk about about how she is moving forward with motivating minorities into medicine with the organization NEXTGEN pediatrics. For those who need a source of inspiration, Dr. Chi is transparent with her journey and a terrific representative of perseverance.

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Episode 31- Plastic Surgery is more than meets the eye! Dispelling the myths with Dr. Triggs Aug 13, 2020

On this episode of the Melaninwhitecoats Podcast, Dr Triggs discusses his journey toward his passions of plastic surgery. He dispels the myth that plastic surgery is only aesthetics and talks about the multi encompassing fields of plastic surgery. Nonetheless, he includes how he navigated trailblazing the field of plastic surgery as the first BLACK chief resident of plastic surgery at USF ( University of South Florida). We also discuss how the standards of beauty by the media has affected plastic surgery as a field and how his decisions to create a foundation for his future led to him working in an underserved area in rural ohio. This episode we talk about the fact that you can get the bag in the most unanticipated ways as a physician. TUNE IN!

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Episode 30- Physician Advocacy with the Chronicles of Women in White Coats 2 Aug 04, 2020

On this episode of the Melaninwhitecoats Podcast, Dr. Jennifer Davis, who is a pediatrician and adolescent medicine specialist who has been working with children and adolescents in the South Bronx for the past 10 years and our other guest Dr. Kat Ogle, who is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician, currently practicing at The George Washington University Hospital, Washington VA Medical Center and United Medical Center in Washington, DC both discuss their views on the importance of physician advocacy work. They discuss how their specific experiences called for them to educate not only themselves but others about micro aggressions, institutional racism and the biases that come with being in a medical culture. They also elaborate on some of the experiences women in medicine face and how to potentially circumvent such instances into positive outcomes. Last, they discuss how empowerment has helped galvanized them toward success in their respective fields and share the importance of the movement of the Chronicles of Women in White Coats 2.

Sidenote: This epsode was done on June 24, 2020

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Episode 29- I do more than medicine, I can be a pageant queen too! Connect with student doctor Victoria Humphrey Jul 27, 2020

On this episode of Melaninwhitecoats podcast, Fourth Year Medical Student, Victoria Humphrey talks about how pageantry changed her life. How the skills she learned from such a unique perspective gave her an insight into success in medical school. She talks about the importance of engaging the future and giving back the tools of success to those who will follow. Nonetheless, she even mentions the challenges which she traversed as a former pageant queen and as well as within medical school. Tune in! Be sure to like, comment and subscribe and show us some LOVE!

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Episode 28- I am my ancestors' wildest dream. Being a black man in America and in Medicine- An Interview with Dr Nelson Nwumeh Jun 25, 2020

On episode 28 of the Melaninwhitecoats Podcast, recently minted Dr. Nwumeh aka Nelson discusses his personal journey of health and wellness. As a former personal trainer, he talks about the importance of transforming your health and undergoing a journey that is best for your life. Nelson chronicles some important lessons he has experienced through his medical school journey and how he has balanced successful endeavors while having so many obligations. We discuss what life is like as a black man in America despite having the facade of protection in wearing a white coat. He offers tools to be successful in applying to residency and elaborates on his vision for making change in underserved communities

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Episode 27-The Black Xperience! Shall we rise or fall? Jun 03, 2020

On this episode, the boys talk about the state of affairs in America today. We discuss our feelings and thoughts regarding the recent wave of protest and rioting. Are people valid to engage in whatever way shape or form to release their emotions and feelings about America today? How can we improve as a community and what we want to accomplish? Our perceptions of being a black man in a white coat is somewhat variable but also somewhat similar . We talk to some experiences we have had as a professionals and how these systemic transgression can ultimately affect our wellbeing long term. Transparency at its finest! TUNE IN!

This episode was recorded on Saturday May 31 2020. Bear in mind the things stated and discussed are several days before the publishing of this episode.

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Episode 26- Let's talk about Mental Health! Dealing with the consequence of COVID 19 on adolescent and physician wellness! May 19, 2020

On episode 26 of the melaninwhitecoats podcast, we have a special guest, Dr Ramsey an adolescent fellow at Children’s National Hospital in Washington D.C talk about the realities of adolescent medicine and mental health during the pandemic. She enlightens us about some particular experiences which affects the adolescent population and contributes what are ways to combat some mental health issues. She also talks about mental health disparities which affect adolescents around the globe and what spurred her interest into such. She displays her passions for a unique subset within pediatrics and the importance of highlighting the difficulties they face. Not only does she discuss her concerns about the patients she sees daily but she also discusses her concerns about physician mental health during the pandemics and importance of accessing resources as a healthcare professional.

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Episode 25- Crafting your own legacy under the limelight - An interview with Tiana Woolridge, future pediatrician and daughter of former NBA star Orlando Woolridge Apr 21, 2020

On this 25th episode of the Melaninwhitecoats podcast, we interview Tiana Woolridge, daughter of the late Orlando Woolridge, former NBA star for the LA Lakers. Tiana discusses her childhood experience and the influence her mother and father instilled in her at a young age. She also is transparent about how the death of her father affected her and the wisdom he imparted on her. Despite her resilience, she reveals her bout of depression, dealing with a horrific injury while playing division 1 collegiate volleyball and the importance of utilizing the resources that are available to you when in a challenging situation. Tiana also discusses her work in the community as an advocate for the pediatric population and her passion for serving the underserved. She also talks about the revelation she made while taking her gap year to pursue an MPH and how she anticipates using the degree to further her future endeavors.

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Episode 24- COVID 19 Melaninwhitecoats' Personal Perspectives Mar 28, 2020

Join us on this episode as we discuss COVID 19 and its impact on our personal lives. We discuss how we are adapting as professional medical students and pharmacist. What we anticipate moving forward and dispel some rumors about the virus. We lay down the realities of the situation through the lens of our experience. We also discuss how we think the virus can ultimately be subdued! Check out this jampack episode!

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Episode 23- Travel blogging to the Frontlines of Coronavirus overnight- An Interview with Dr. White, pediatric hospitalist and physician journalist Mar 19, 2020

On this episode of the Melaninwhitecoats Podcast, we have Dr. White, a Pediatric Hospitalist in the metro Atlanta area, discussing her transition from blogging to being a main contributor to CNN on COVID-19. Dr. White is creator, editor and writer of the award winning blog, The Sophisticated lifestyle blog. In 2020, Dr. White is also serving as an ambassador for O, the Oprah Magazine and is a best selling author with her travel e book series on Amazon. We discuss how to access resources to educate yourself on the virus and what are the typical symptoms. Second, we discuss fatality rates in children and how the quarantine has affected our societal infrastructure. We also discuss how COVID 19 impacts our medical system and what lessons we may learn from this experience months down the line.

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15:09 Symptoms of the virus and how to access educational resources

22:13 How to prevent transmission

25:37 Symptoms in Children and relevant fatality rates

29:02 Dr. White thoughts on COVID 19 and its impact on our societal infastructure

39:01 Impression on COVID 19's impact and burden on our hospitals and medical system

41:27 Closing remarks

Episode 22- True Life, I failed Step 1, Step 2, and Step 3 of my physician licensure exam and yet I still RISE. An interview with Dr. Odunsi, an OB/GYN Hospitalist about how perceived failures lead to extravagant success. Feb 26, 2020

On this episode of the melaninwhitecoats podcast Dr. Odunsi recently minted attending physician and OB Hospitalist in Seattle Washington talks about the challenges she faced while failing the first, second and third part of her physician licensure exam. She talks about losing her husband at the time during her first year of residency and the thought of leaving medicine after finishing residency. She discuses what allowed her to transverse the challenges and the power of family and support. Also, if you have any desire to learn about OB/GYN as a field check this episode out. She puts us on fibroids and it’s prevalence in the African American community and what her future goals are in rectifying that and many issues regarding woman’s health!

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Episode 21 - The interplay of child development, race, and mental health within the psychiatric field. An interview with Dr. Sarah Vinson Feb 07, 2020

On episode 21 of the melaninwhitecoats podcast, Aldwin and Dr. Sarah Vinson, child and forensic psychiatrist discuss how environmental factors influence childhood development and how such environment can adversely affect their mental health. We also discuss the prison system and how everything is not what we can anticipate. We discuss the subjective perspective of the system and how it can negatively impact those whom are incarcerated. As well as Dr. Vinson sheds light on her position as a psychiatrist and shares inspiring words on how one can diversify your passions within the field of medicine.

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Episode 20 - 2019 mishaps leading into 2020 success Jan 29, 2020

On this episode of the melaninwhitecoat podcast Lavar and Aldwin talk about the challenges they faced in 2019 and how they apply these lessons into accomplishing their goals in 2020. We also share what are our 2020 visions for the future are and beyond! Last, we share some advice on how to deal with failure and how to continue to build a momentum for the dream you aspire to!

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Episode 19 - Cultivating your passions as a Jack of all Trades in Medical School - Interview with Dr. Christel Wekon-Kemeni Dec 27, 2019

On this episode of Melaninwhitecoats podcast, we discuss how to navigate/maintain a relationship with your significant other during medical school, the desire to inspire scholarship which is designed to support high school students who are interested in medical school and the BlackmanMD blog which was created to inspire minorities to pursue their ambitions within medicine and recognize poential pitfalls/ challenges faced by those along the journey.

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Episode 18- Dealing with Racism, Microagressions and Discrimination within the professional workplace, an interview with Dr. Arumala Mar 09, 2019

In Honor of International Women's day, the Melaninwhitecoats podcast interviewed Dr. Arumala, an OB/GYN who currently works in Texas and enlightens us about her experience of dealing with racism and microagression in the workplace. We discuss how to promote diversity and how each of these experiences have shaped her molding into an excellent physician. She even gives us an insight into how being an osteopathic physician has benefitted her and advice on how to tackle the most competitive specialties in medicine. Don't miss this one and please leave a comment below and share!

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Episode 17 Social Media? Poison or Remedy? Impact on Millennials and Beyond! Jan 24, 2019

On this episode of the Melaninwhitecoats Podcasts, we have two special guest on this episode, Dayana a fellow podcaster and Marian, a PA student at UCLA. We discuss social media and how it has influenced the millennial generation. Are there truly pros and cons to utilizing social media? How has social media affected our ability to interact with others? Join us on this episode of the Melaninwhitecoats podcast as we venture understanding the pervasiveness of social media in our society. We discuss from the brotherhood/unity of the civil rights era to the influence of Love and Hip Hop on the black community's behavior. Please leave comments and subscribe! As always, we appreciate your support on our podcast.

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Episode 16- NEW YEAR SAME US WHO DIS? A review of our year and what we want to accomplish in the next. Jan 01, 2019

Happy New Year!! On this episode, the boys are back in action. We take a highlight of our year. Some of the challenges and pitfalls we faced during the year and what we learned from them. Also, moving forward we discuss our new years resolution and what to look forward to with the podcast. From death, to failure, to joy, accompishment, and success, we traversed all landscapes through last year. Tune in and see how our perspective has changed from Jan to now! Thank you all for listening as always! Please leave comments and suggestions below

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Episode 15 So you want to be a podcaster? Learn about podcasting and what prompted us into the field, discussion with fellow podcaster Yamyo Dec 22, 2018

On this episode Aldwin and podcaster Yamyo from the ( Rooted with Yams Podcast) discuss their inspirations to podcasting. How podcasting has transformed their experience and perception of the world. They also discuss some of the challenges and pitfalls of podcasting. Last, they discuss how you can elevate yourself by joining the podcasting world and how to create/navigate a unique niche with things like the google scholar program and other avenues for growth. Check this episode out!! Please leave comments and suggestions on new topics below.

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Episode 14- Navigating motherhood as a single mother, being president of SNMA and dealing with the challenge of not matching, Interview with Dr. Danielle Ward- Episode 14 Nov 21, 2018

On this episode of the melaninwhitecoats podcast, we interview Dr. Danielle Ward, former president of SNMA, and current surgery resident at PCOM- Philly. This episode lays some gems on how to manage your time amongst multiple responsibilities and navigating motherhood. Nonetheless Dr. Ward talks to us about her challenge of not matching and how that challenge transformed her. Please leave comments and feedback below! Thank you for tuning in and checking our podcast!

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Episode 13- Tales of an Orthopedic Surgery Resident, Author and Podcaster- Interview with Dr. Wendell Cole Nov 15, 2018

On this episode of the melaninwhitecoats podcast, we interview Dr. Wendell Cole, graduate of Morehouse School of Medicine and current Orthopedic Surgery Resident at Tulane School of Medicine. Dr. Cole discusses his book the Medical School Survival kit, currently available on amazon, some of the challenges he has faced as a medical student particularly with STEP 1 and what he envisions for his-self in the future. A-lot of gems are dropped in this episode! Who knew you could do all of this as a medical student? Well see how Dr. Cole organizes and structures himself so that he can maintain all of his endeavors on Episode 13 of the melaninwhitecoats podcast!

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Episode 12- Are we adequately prepared? The state of education in our society today. Interview with Aise Cannon, former associate director of admission at PCOM-GA Nov 05, 2018

On this episode, melaninwhitecoats podcasts talks about the state of education. How it has affected individuals in the community from progressing forward. Ms. Cannon talks about her experience in her different roles as associate director of admission of PCOM-GA and director of admission at Agnes Scott College. What she has encountered in the system and how we can overcome the barriers people face as pre-professional and professional student. She also advises on study styles and how our environment can potentially influence our ability to learn.

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Episode 11- What is being a DO, practicing OMT and living life as a new attending. Interview with Dr. Barbara Joy Jones Sep 25, 2018

On this episode of Melaninwhitecoats podcast, Lavar and Aldwin interview Dr. Barbara Joy Jones, attending physician at Gwinett Medical Center who practices OMT ( osteopathic manipulative technique). She talks about how she incorporates OMT into her practice, what is life like as a newly minted attending physician and how her background led to her current position. If you want to know what life is like as a DO, be sure to check this episode out! Please leave comments and feedback below and we appreciate you taking your time to listen.

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Episode 10- How real is gentrification in today's society and its implications? Aug 22, 2018

On this episode, the crew is back in full formation! We talk about gentrification and how it has impacted us directly and on our thoughts on it. Should it even be legal? Where along the line of morality does gentrification fall and does it truly benefit anybody. Nonethless, we update you on our lives and what we have been up to over the summer as well. Look out for our next episode talking about study skills and how our environment can influence our study styles. Please leave a comment or suggestions below. Like and share!

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Episode 9- Navigating Financial Aid in Medical School Aug 01, 2018

On this episode, Lavar and Aldwin interview Ms. Star Greene, an important member of the financial aide office at PCOM-Ga. She talks about the various ways you can cut down on spending in medical school, the opportunities to have your medical school paid for and how to be financial savy when entering a situation where you must take out loans for medical school. Tune in to this episode to step your financial game up!

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Episode 8- Managing Failures Within Medicine, Interview with Dr. Bernadin Jul 02, 2018

On this episode, Dr. Bernadin shares her experiences growing up in a single parent home, living against the odds and achieving her goals of becoming a family medicine physician. She discusses her experience of failing the STEP 2 exam and how that transformed her perception of reality and becoming closer to her faith. She reveals how her motivation fueled her reason behind pursuing medicine. Tune in to this episode and see what advice she has to offer!

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Episode 7- Welcome to Family Medicine! Interview with Dr. Collman and Dr. Powell Jun 18, 2018

On this episode, we have an interview with Dr. Collman and Dr. Powell, two family medicine physicians at Piedmont Hospital, about their journey into medicine, what are their accomplishments moving forward, their organization dedicated to inspiring minorities, how to deal with adversity, what is life like being in a relationship and being in medicine. Please support and check the episode out. Feel free to leave suggestions and comments. Thank you for your continued support!

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Episode 6- Ups and downs of first year of medical school via Bro Talk Jun 11, 2018

On this episode, we are talking about the end of our first year of medical school, some ambitions we have for the summer, tips on applying to medical schools, our thoughts on the Drake and Pusha T beef and our new segment, What in the World!

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Episode 5- Can you be a physician, writer, and journalist? Catch it in an Interview with Dr. Robins Mar 16, 2018

In this episode, the Melaninwhitecoats Podcast interviews Dr. Robins, a Family Medicine physician at Georgetown University and medical graduate of the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. Dr. Robins is a physician journalist who has written for PBS News Hour, ABC News and Blackdoctor.org. Dr. Robins talks about her career path toward medical journalism starting in medical school and some of the obstacles she has faced within the world of medicine. Join us on our FIRST interview as we explore the world of journalism, medicine and dealing with hardships!

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Episode 4- Welcome to Wakanda? Black Panther movie discussion Mar 02, 2018

In this episode, we discuss the implications of the Black Panther Movie on today's society. What are some of the important lessons which can ultimately be applicable to our own lives. How can we strengthen our community as a whole? Can we build a Wakanda of our own? These are some questions which pose in relation to specific scenes within the movie? Join us for this insightful discussion about our perspective on the movie and how to tailor it to our specific lives.

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Episode 3- Mental health, a reality in professional school Feb 05, 2018

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On this episode of Melan- in- White Coats Podcasts, we discuss the significance of mental health in our lives. A topic which has plagued countless individuals and which has becomes buried underneath various other topics. We define what it means to us and how we can potentially combat the disastrous consequences which are created from mental health. Join us in this critical and necessary discussion!

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Episode 2- Dating in professional school Jan 21, 2018

Greetings, on this episode we will be talking about our experiences dating as professional students. We have 2 students from Morehouse School Of Medicine, a student from Ga state and a recent law graduate to detail their own personal experiences as well. What are the expectations of the opposite sex? What are some misgivings about professional school and relationships? Find out on this episode!

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Episode 1- Introduction to Melaninwhitecoats Jan 10, 2018

In this introduction, we talk about our aspirations, what brought us into the field of medicine and pharmacy respectively and some of the things we hope to instill during the duration of the show and in future episodes.

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