Multipotent MD

Welcome to our show! In this episode, we introduce ourselves, differentiate our two podcast streams (Pluripotent Premed and Multipotent M.D.), give a brief overview of what each is about and what to expect, talk about where the names came from, and wrap things up by chatting about why we wanted to do a podcast. Thanks for tuning in for Episode 0 of Pluripotent Premed, your audio guide to navigating and conquering the premed years! We are your co-hosts Christopher and Ziad.

In the first episode of Specialty Spotlight, Christopher and Ziad interview Dr. Faisal Rehman, Nephrologist and Site Chief of Medicine at University Hospital, in London, Canada. Dr. Rehman discusses how he got to medical school, why he chose nephrology, his passion for combat sports, and his involvement in the UFC.

In episode 2 of Multipotent M.D., Ziad and Chris interview Dr. Adam Power, a Vascular Surgeon and Program Director of Vascular Surgery at LHSC. They talk about Dr. Powers journey through medical school, his residency in General Surgery, his love for innovation, and many more surprises!

Dr. Jessica Howard is a Family Physician working in Ilderton, ON. This week she joins us to chat about her specialty, her extra training in dermatology, and the dynamic of being married to another physician. Other topics we discuss include work-life balance, highlights of the speciality, scope of practice, and much more!

In the fourth episode of Specialty Spotlight, Ziad and Christopher interview Dr. Andrea Ens, a Pediatric Endocrinologist at LHSC. A graduate of Schulich, Dr. Ens talks about her career path in Peds and Endocrinology, her experiences being a woman in Medicine, her research involvement in an up and coming field known as Social Pediatrics, and the dynamics of being in a dual-physician household.

In the 5th episode of Specialty Spotlight, Ziad and Chris interview Dr. Stuart Smith, a Cardiologist with a focus in Heart Failure and Transplant at University Hospital (London, On). Dr. Smith talks about his journey to medicine, his role in implementing Heart Failure programs around Ontario, how sub-specialization in Cardiology has changed patient management, and how transplant medicine has changed over the years.

In this episode of Multipotent M.D., Ziad and Chris interview Dr. Gary Tithecott, Pediatrician and Associate Dean of Undergraduate Medical Education at Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry. Dr. Tithecott discusses his career in pediatrics, the contrast between his role as a physician and his role as Associate Dean, the implementation of the new Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) Curriculum at Schulich, and much more!

In this two-part episode of Specialty Spotlight, we get the return of the POWER HOUR, as we're joined by Dr. Nicholas Power, a Urological Oncologist at LHSC in London Ontario. In part 1, Dr. Power dives into detail on his academic career, discusses the challenges of working with cancer patients, and provides thought-provoking insight on his views of Death and Medicine. Dr. Power shares some gut-wrenching experiences that really show how important it is to promote physician wellness, and how to approach difficult situations that involve death.

In Part 2 of our interview with Dr. Nicholas Power, we discuss his love for innovation, and how he implements it in his field. As well, given that it is currently Movember, we went in depth with Dr. Power with regards to Prostate and Testicular Cancer awareness, screening guidelines, management, and prevention.

In part 1 of this two-part series, we interview Dr. Robert Arntfield, Intensivist at LHSC in London Ontario. If you've ever heard of him, you'll know the name Rob Arntfield is synonymous with Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) in London. In Part I, Dr. Arntfield gives the full rundown on POCUS, what it is, how he uses it in the ICU vs. the ER, implementing it in med school curriculums, and its future. He also talks about the different paths to emergency medicine, and gives his insight on the 2+1 route!

In part 2 of our discussion with Dr. Robert Arntfield, we dive into details about a typical day in the life of an Intensivist, how different treating a patient in the ER vs. the ICU is, how him and his wife, Dr. Shannon Arntfield, an OB/GYN, manage their hectic schedules and make time for their children, and he gives us a sneak peak of what he's working on next!

This week we are back with Dr. Jessica Woolfson, a Pediatric Gastroenterologist at Victoria hospital. In this episode we discuss the speciality of Peds GI itself, as well as topics such as delivery of medicien via telehealth, the transition from senior resident to attending physician, the job market and what directions you can go in if there are no jobs in your field, and much more!

Thanks so much for listening to Multipotent MD this year - it's been a blast. In this episode we do a quick recap of our guests and episodes from this year, and then we talk about future directions and what you can look forward to in the new year. Thanks so much for tuning in. Happy holidays to you all!

Welcome to 2020! We're kicking off this year with Dr. Keith McIntosh, who joins us this week and next to highlight the specialty of Gastroenterology. We discuss topics such as the route to gastroenterology, what 'neurogastroenterology' is and how it fits in to the speciality, changes in patient populations, barriers to colon cancer screening and how we can work to overcome them, the role of business in medicine, the growing role of medical simulation in trainee eduction, and much more! Thanks for tuning in to Multipotent MD.

This week we are back with Part 2 of our episode with Dr. Keith McIntosh, who joins us to highlight the specialty of Gastroenterology. We discuss topics such as the route to gastroenterology, what 'neurogastroenterology' is and how it fits in to the speciality, changes in patient populations, barriers to colon cancer screening and how we can work to overcome them, the role of business in medicine, the growing role of medical simulation in trainee eduction, and much more! Thanks for tuning in to Multipotent MD.

In this week’s episode, we welcome Dr. Joanna Walsh onto the show to talk about her unconventional yet enthralling route to where she is today as an Anatomic Pathologist at LHSC! Dr. Walsh shares with us the intricacies of her profession, describes the different types of Pathology, walks us through the steps involved in processing and turning over a specimen, clarifies misconceptions about the specialty, and discusses the type of personality that excels in a career in Pathology. We also put Dr. Walsh in the ‘hot seat’ for a new segment of the show we are trying out to try and further personalize our guests! Thanks for tuning to Multipotent MD for another week with your co-hosts Ziad and Christopher.

This week, we interview Dr. Anita Cheng, Neonatologist at LHSC. Dr. Cheng gives you the run down on everything you need to know about Neonatology as a specialty. As well, she is also the lead for the Global Health curriculum at Schulich Medicine. She goes in depth on global health, what got her interested, how medical students can get involved, and the impact that getting involved has on you and the community you get involved with. She also shares some insight on her research in Reflection Theories in Medicine, and shares a heart-wrenching patient story that played a role in pursuing this research. Thanks for listening!

This week, we interview Dr. Victoria Siu, Medical Geneticist and Medical Director of the Medical Genetics Program of Southwestern Ontario. Dr. Siu tells us about her practice, how the residency program has changed, her incredible work in introducing Genetic Screening to Old Order Amish populations through the Old Order Amish Screening Program, her involvement in Healer's Art, and she gives some insight on personal genomics companies such as 23 and Me with regards to genetic screening and counselling. Thanks for listening!

Welcome back to Multipotent MD! Today, we're joined by Dr. Shannon Arntfield from Obstetrics and Gynecology. We dive into Dr. Arntfield's journey to OB/GYN, what it was like being the first student to move to Windsor at Schulich Med, her journey in Narrative Medicine, and the return of 'hot seat'! Please note that in this episode we talk about some really important and serious topics with regards to women's health, sexual abuse, and mandatory reporting duties. While these conversations may be hard for some people to hear, we think that it is extremely important to open up the conversation and spread awareness about these topics. Thank you for listening.

This week we are joined by Dr. Sarah Knowles, General Surgeon and Breast Surgical Oncologist in London, Ontario! In this week's episode we explore general surgery, some of the fellowships that are available in the field, the job market, challenges and highlights of both general surgery and breast surgical oncology, preparing residents for delivering bad news, and much more! Thanks for tuning in to Multipotent MD with your co-hosts Ziad and Christopher.

This week we are joined once again by Dr. Sarah Knowles, General Surgeon and Breast Surgical Oncologist in London, Ontario! In part 2 of this episode, Dr. Knowles shares with us the experiences that drove her to her speciality, global health and how we can get involved at a local level, the role of mentors, how to decide between different specialities, the transition from residency to staff, and much more! In this episode Christopher also has to try and keep things on track as two London lifers talk about their love for the city. It was another fun and informative conversation that we are happy to share with you - thanks for tuning in to Multipotent MD once again!

This week we present you with Part 1 of our interview with Dr. Megan Devlin, Infectious Disease specialist in London, Ontario! In this episode, Dr. Devlin kicks things off by discussing her life journey and her medical training in Ireland. We then explore the benefits and the challenges of being an International Medical Graduate seeking a residency position in Canada, and what that process involves. We also discuss the differences between medical education in Canada and Ireland. Next we dive into the speciality of Infectious Diseases, exploring what the specialty looks life, what it offers, the highlights and the challenges, and how the Infectious Disease specialist fits into the healthcare team. We round off the episode by talking about the work that Dr. Devlin does in the Northwest Territories and how practicing medicine in a rural site with limited resources is quite humbling and can make you view medicine through a different lens. Thanks for tuning in to Multipotent MD!

We are back for Part 2 of our episode with Dr. Devlin, Infectious Diseases specialist in London, ON! We kick of this part of the episode by hearing about the current Coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic (information current as of March 11th, 2020). Dr. Devlin discusses our healthcare system's ability to cope with such an outbreak, how we are preparing locally, community-spread, how COVID-19 compares to the SARS outbreak in 2002/3, how the virus spreads, what we learned from SARS that we are applying to this pandemic (in terms of infection control measures), and much more. In trying times like these, we need comedic relief and personal connections more than ever, which is why we proceed to put Dr. Devlin in the 'Hot Seat' to answer some rapid-fire questions about herself. Dr. Devlin rounds off the episode with some sage advice for students struggling with mental health challenges and shares her own personal experiences with these issues. Thanks for during in to Multipotent MD once again!

Multipotent MD is back with a new two-part Specialty Spotlight! This week, we interview Dr. Rob Leeper, General Surgeon and Intensivist with a focus in Acute Care surgery. In part I, Dr. Leeper tells us about his career in General and Acute Care surgery, comparing it a 3-headed dragon from Game of Thrones. He tells us about his rotating weekly schedules, his most technically challenging surgery, his easiest surgery, and gives us some insight on the COVID-19 pandemic as it pertains to LHSC.

In part 2 of our interview with Dr. Rob Leeper, we dive into more detail on his life outside of medicine. We talk about the simulation competitions he does among his residents and how they help prepare them to deal with crisis situations. We also put Dr. Leeper on the Hot Seat, where he tells us about his love for fandoms like Star Wars, Harry Potter, Stranger Things, as well as giving his thoughts on the 'Socks and Crocs vs. Pineapple on Pizza' debate. We wrap up the show with two impactful patient cases that have affected Dr. Leeper in different ways, as well as some powerful advice he shares for anyone in healthcare. Thanks for listening!

Multipotent MD is back with our first virtual interview! This week we welcome Dr. Caitlin Cassidy onto the show. Dr. Cassidy is a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Specialist in London, Ontario! This episode we discuss the factors that drove Dr. Cassidy towards medicine and the field of Physiatry specifically, the specialty itself and what it looks like, the Transitional and Lifelong Care (TLC) program that helps patients transition from pediatric to adult care, and much more. We also discuss how the ongoing COVID pandemic has influenced Dr. Cassidy’s speciality and patient population. Thanks for joining us this week, and buckle in for virtual interviews being the norm for the foreseeable future!

This week we are joined by Dr. Javeed Sukhera, Psychiatrist with a focus in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry in London, ON. In this episode, we walk through Dr. Sukhera’s journey to and through medicine, which featured many international stops along the way. We then discuss his speciality and the clinics he runs for different branches of child and adolescent mental health. We dive into some of the fascinating research that Dr. Sukhera is working on and how it relates to his practice. Next, we talk about his various roles outside of his practice, including his role at the AAMC, on the London Police Board, and as current President of the Ontario Psychiatry Association. Finally, we discuss mental health as it relates to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, for those in both the hospital and at home. Thanks for joining us for another week of Multipotent MD, and we hope you’re staying healthy and safe!

Welcome back to Multipotent MD! This week, we're joined by Dr. John Yoo from the Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, as well as the new Dean of Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry! We had the opportunity to dive into Dr. Yoo's career in medicine, as we discuss his journey through Otolaryngology and Surgical Oncology/Facial Reconstruction. We talk about the scope of his work, and how he divides his roles between his Facial Nerve Clinic and his Oncology practice. We then dive into his fascinating clinical research, where he discusses various innovative surgical techniques he's popularized, that are used all over the world. We then dive into the vast number of leadership roles that Dr. Yoo has held over the years. Finally, we congratulate Dr. Yoo on his new role as Dean of Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, and talk about his hopes and goals for his upcoming tenure. He graciously thanks the students for their adaptability and perseverance during these challenging times, and signs off with some inspiring advice! All of this and more on Multipotent MD!

This week we are joined by Dr. Rod Lim, Pediatric Emergency Medicine specialist in London, Ontario. Dr. Lim kicks off the episode by painting us a picture of what the emergency rooms have looked like for the past few months of the COVID-19 pandemic. We then dive into the details of his journey to medicine, and follow up with a close look at the ins and outs of his specialty, including the challenges and rewards, the toll of shift work, and balancing commitments. Thanks for tuning in to Multipotent MD!

Welcome back to Part 2/2 of our episode with Dr. Rod Lim, Pediatric Emergency Medicine specialist in London, Ontario. This week we continue our discussion with Dr. Lim, covering important topics such as: the challenges and rewards of working in the Peds ER, physician wellness and burnout, racial profiling in medicine, and the success of telehealth in the emergency department. Thanks for tuning in to another week of Multipotent MD!

Welcome back to Multipotent MD! This week, we're joined by Dr. Frank Myslik, Emergency Medicine Physician, and Program Director of the Emergency Medicine Ultrasound Fellowship Program in London Ontario! In part 1, we dive into Dr. Myslik's journey through medicine, as we get a glimpse into why he pursued Emergency Medicine. We dive in detail on the 5-year vs. 2+1-year route into Emergency Medicine, and the perks and challenges of each. We dive into being an Emergency Physician in a rural community. Finally, we wrap up with a discussion on the involvement of POCUS at a medical school level. Thank you for listening!

Welcome back to Multipotent MD! This week, we finish off Part 2 of our interview with Dr. Frank Myslik, Emergency Physician, and Program Director of the Emergency Medicine Ultrasound Fellowship Program at LHSC. This week, we dive in depth on Dr. Mysliks specialty: we talk shift work, call, the difference between "emergent" and "urgent" care, Locums, and so much more. We dive into Dr. Mysliks research, and finally, wrap up with the returning HOT SEAT! All this and more on Multipotent MD!

In the first episode of Residency Reel, Ziad and Christopher interview Dr. Ahmed Hijazi, a PGY1 (1st year resident) in Family Medicine, placed in Petrolia, Ontario. A recent graduate of Schulich, Dr. Hijazi talks about his life in residency, how he got to where he is, his CaRMS journey, and even shares his experiences not matching for Urology in the first iteration.

Today we are releasing both parts of a two-part feature episode on COVID-19. This episode we do not have a guest on with us, but instead Ziad and Christopher present evidence-based and thoroughly researched information on the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The aim of this episode is not to offer medical advice, but instead to explain the need-to-know factors about the pandemic in a way that is understandable and accessible for medical and non-medical listeners alike. We explain the past, present, and future of this viral pandemic, and highlight what we can do as an individual to contribute to preventing spread of the virus at this time and contribute to outbreak prevention measures. Ultimately, the aim of this special episode is to consolidate the most pertinent and important up-to-date information about the outbreak into one, comprehensive location so that anyone who listens will feel well educated and informed after listening to this episode. This is part 1/2 - thanks for tuning in.

Today we are releasing both parts of a two-part feature episode on COVID-19. This episode we do not have a guest on with us, but instead Ziad and Christopher present evidence-based and thoroughly researched information on the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The aim of this episode is not to offer medical advice, but instead to explain the need-to-know factors about the pandemic in a way that is understandable and accessible for medical and non-medical listeners alike. We explain the past, present, and future of this viral pandemic, and highlight what we can do as an individual to contribute to preventing spread of the virus at this time and contribute to outbreak prevention measures. Ultimately, the aim of this special episode is to consolidate the most pertinent and important up-to-date information about the outbreak into one, comprehensive location so that anyone who listens will feel well educated and informed after listening to this episode. This is part 2/2 - thanks for tuning in.

Thank you for joining us for another week of Specialty Spotlight! This week we interview Dr. Lois Champion, Critical Care specialist from the Department of Perioperative Medicine and Anesthesiology. In part I, Dr. Champion discusses her journey through medical school and pursuing a residency in Anesthesiology, followed by a fellowship in Critical Care. She discusses her time as faculty at Queen's University, and the challenges she faced being a woman in medicine during her time there. Dr. Champion discusses her specialty in detail: the highlights, the challenges, whether she has achieved a work-life balance, and much more! Tune in next week for Part 2.

This week, we continue with Part 2 of our interview with Dr. Lois Champion! This week, we shift the focus to her work in academia, and we dive in depth on the many hats that she wears on top of her work as a Critical Care specialist! We talk about her new role as Associate Dean of Post-Grad Medical Education, her work with the Anesthesia and Critical Care Teaching Through Simulation (ACCTTS) Group, and teaching medical students. She also gives us some insight into what the ICU at LHSC is looking like given the current COVID-climate, and the challenges for the patients and their families. Listen to this and so much more on this weeks episode of Multipotent M.D.!

Welcome back to Multipotent MD! In Part 1 of this new two-part series, we interview Dr. Megan Cashin, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in London, Ontario! This week, we dive into Dr. Cashin's career and journey through Orthopedic Surgery, and her fellowship in Pediatric Surgery. We also dive into the fabled job market of Orthopedic Surgery, how to make yourself available as a resident, what the job market looks like as a staff physician, and so much more! Thanks for listening!

In part 2 of our interview with Dr. Megan Cashin, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in London, Ontario, we talk about the specialty: we dive into the day-to-day, the bread and butter of the specialty, the scope of Dr. Cashins work, and the opportunities you have for Orthopedic Surgery abroad. Dr. Cashin discusses the danger of trampoline parks, and finishes off the interview by spreading some positive news in light of the current worlds climate. Thanks for listening!

This week we present part 1/2 of our interview with Dr. Michelle Malborough, Adult Psychiatrist and Investigative Coroner in London, ON! We discuss her nursing background and transition to medicine, her practice in general, and her focus on PTSD in first-responders and others who face operational stress injuries. We also dive into her role of Investigative Coroner, exploring what the position entails, what kind of training is involved, and how to cope with the emotional toll that these sorts of position can take on healthcare workers. We later discuss how COVID-19 has impacted her role and patient population, and the expected PTSD that will likely following this pandemic for many individuals. We then put Dr. Malborough in the hot seat and wrap-up with a few stand alone questions. Thanks again for tuning in to Multipotent MD.

This week we present part 2/2 of our interview with Dr. Michelle Malborough, Adult Psychiatrist and Investigative Coroner in London, ON! We discuss her nursing background and transition to medicine, her practice in general, and her focus on PTSD in first-responders and others who face operational stress injuries. We also dive into her role of Investigative Coroner, exploring what the position entails, what kind of training is involved, and how to cope with the emotional toll that these sorts of position can take on healthcare workers. We later discuss how COVID-19 has impacted her role and patient population, and the expected PTSD that will likely following this pandemic for many individuals. We then put Dr. Malborough in the hot seat and wrap-up with a few stand alone questions. Thanks again for tuning in to Multipotent MD.

Welcome back to Multipotent MD! This week, we interview Dr. Cory Yamashita, Respirologist and Program Director of Respirology in London, Ontario! In Part 1, we discuss Dr. Yamashita's journey over the past few months as COVID-19 increases the work on his service. We then dive into his journey to Respirology, as he discusses his time in medical school and residency. He dives into what the residency program looks like for General Internal Medicine and Respirology. He gives us insight into what his Research Fellowship was like, and how he carries over his research into his practice today! Finally, he breaks down his specialty: the bread and butter, the schedule, and more!

This week, we're joined once again by Dr. Cory Yamashita, Respirologist and Program Director of Respirology in London, Ontario! In Part 2, we continue discussing Dr. Yamashita's specialty! He tells us about the biggest challenges and perks of his specialty. We discuss the advancements of technology in medicine, and the challenges it has brought to our social nature. He tells us about how important he finds forming bonds with patients in his practice. We then dive further into Dr. Yamashita's experiences with COVID-19 over the past few months, what phase 2 may look like for the hospital, and we dive in detail about the physiology and clinical aspects of COVID, from a respirology perspective. All this, and more, on Multipotent MD!

This week we welcome Dr. Michael Sanatani onto the show to highlight the specialty of Medical Oncology! We discuss his journey through medicine including residency and fellowship opportunities, and then further explore topics such as the specialty itself, the scope of the practice, and the challenges and rewards of working with his patient population. We also discuss in depth the meaning and misconceptions surrounding palliative care, and follow up with a meaningful discussion on the ethics of Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD). Thanks again to Dr. Sanatani for joining this week!

Welcome back to Multipotent MD! This week, we're joined by Dr. Gigi Osler, Otolaryngologist Head and Neck Surgeon in Winnipeg, Manitoba and the Past President of the Canadian Medical Association! We dive into Dr. Osler's incredible journey through medical school and surgery, and we discuss what inspired her to pursue ENT and subsequently Rhinology. Dr. Osler dives in depth about her career inside and outside of the hospital. We learn about her work in Global Surgery and Physician Wellness. We also discuss her role as the President of the CMA from 2018-2019, and she shares some useful tips and tricks for medical students (and all healthcare professionals) doing hospital rotations!

This week's episode is just a quick update on what's to come from our collaboration with the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame. Starting next week, we will be releasing episodes for two new series: (1) Laureate Edition and (2) Medical Student Award Recipient Edition. Stay tuned!

Welcome to Multipotent MD! This weeks Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Medical Student Award Winner is Maxwell Gelkopf, 3rd year medical student at McMaster University. Max is being recognized for his leadership roles inside and outside of medicine. He has served as the Co-President and Co-Founder for Guelph for Ooch, and has done extensive research in the field of Ophthalmology. Listen to hear Max dive into his incredible journey and accomplishments in this first episode of our CMHF Award Winner series!

This week we are honoured to be joined by Dr. Jean Gray, a 2020 inductee into the Canadian Hall of Fame. Dr. Gray is being honored for her work surrounding pharmacotherapeutics, evidence-informed practice, and advocacy for women’s mentoring in medicine. Thank you Dr. Gray for joining us, and thank you to the CMHF for the opportunity to collaborate on this new series!

Welcome back to Multipotent MD! In this weeks episode, we spotlight CMHF Award Recipient Brittany Pennock, 3rd year medical student from the Northern Ontario School of Medicine! We dive into Brittany's medical journey so far. We then discuss all of the incredible involvements that Brittany is a part of that led her to receive this award! This includes her work in Medical Learner and Physician Wellness, inspiring and empowering new medical learners to get involved, and enhancing the medical learning curriculum for her peers. Congratulations Brittany!

Today we are honoured to welcome onto the show Dr. Vladimir Hachinski, a 2018 inductee into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame. Dr. Hachinski is being honoured for his advancements in the field of stroke, dementia, and Alzheimer’s research. Thank you Dr. Hachinski for joining us, and thank you to the CMHF for the opportunity to collaborate on this new series!

This weeks CMHF Award Winner is Elizabeth Adam, from L'Université de Sherbrooke, in Quebec! We dive into Elizabeth's outstanding contributions to improving medical education for her peers, and being the Vice President of her students' council. As well, we dive into her work with 'Fonds MPWR', an organization that aims to aid in funding Mental Health education and care programs. All this, and more, on this weeks episode of Multipotent MD!

Today we are incredibly happy to welcome Dr. Judith Hall onto the show. Dr. Hall is a 2015 inductee into the Canadian Hall of Fame, and is being recognized for her work in medical genetics, particularly in the field of pediatrics. Specifically, she is credited with her discoveries in the field of child growth and development, and has done incredible work surrounding the genetic etiology behind Dwarfism, Arthrogryposis and Amyoplasia, and Pallister-Hall Syndrome.Thank you Dr. Hall for joining us, and thank you to the CMHF for the opportunity to collaborate on this new series!

This week, we feature Jakob Weirathmueller, CMHF Award Recipient from the University of Manitoba! Jakob is extensively involved in merging of the Medicine and the Arts, utilizing his skills in Computer Programming to improve medical assessments and prognoses, and being involved extensively in the COVID-19 response to the PPE shortage. That, and so much more, on this weeks episode of Multipotent MD!

Today we are honoured to welcome onto the show Dr. David Naylor, a 2016 inductee into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame. Dr. Naylor is being recognized for his advancements in the field of public health research, education, administration, and policy. Thank you Dr. Naylor for joining us, and thank you to the CMHF for the opportunity to collaborate on this new series!

This weeks CMHF Medical Student Award Winner is Sheetal Pundir, from McGill University. Her contributions are in both medical and pharmaceutical research, where she assisted in designing a novel drug known as VR23. Further, she is very involved in supporting individuals, and, more specifically, women, from underprivileged communities to achieve higher education. All of this, and more, on this weeks episode of Multipotent MD!

This weeks CMHF Medical Student Award Winner is Jessica Froehlich, from the University of Saskatchewan! Jessica has spearheaded fundraisers for vulnerable children in the arts, worked in numerous student-run clinics, advocated on behalf of women’s health and accessibility to contraceptives, and has supported the Indigenous population in many ways! All of this and more, on Multipotent MD!

This weeks CMHF Medical School Award Recipient is Vishesh Patel, 3rd year medical student from the University of Ottawa! Vishesh is a strong advocate for improving medical education for medical students through peer support programs, such as the Pre-clerkship Procedural Skills Curriculum that he helped develop! Additionally, he is the VP Academic for his medical student society! All of this and more, on Multipotent MD!

This week's featured CMHF Award Winner is Chance Park from the University of British Columbia. Chance is involved with innovation and entrepreneurship, which he demonstrates through his involvement in Physician Innovator Canada. As well, he's contributed significantly from the perspective of mentorship through the establishment of the STEM Fellowship Program at UBC. All of this, and more, on Multipotent MD!

Happy belated New Year! We are back after a brief break and we're really excited to share with you what's to come in the following weeks. We have been working hard on two new projects:(1) Residency Reel: we have six new episodes in the Residency Reel series coming your way! Our first episode in this series was a huge success, and the guests we've lined up this year have all been truly fantastic. Stay tuned.(2) CMHF Laureates: we've partnered up with the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame again and have had the honour of interviewing several of the CMHF inductees. In this series we get to know the life stories of the laureates, and have the opportunity to highlight their incredible contributions to healthcare and health research. There will be weekly bonus episodes associated with these that focus on the lasting impactings of their work from the perspective of someone who has been affected by their legacy. Thanks for tuning in! See you next Thursday.

Residency Reel is back by popular demand!We kick off the year by welcoming Dr. Peter Alam on to the show to talk about his experience as an R4 in in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. Peter walks us through the logistics of the residency program and talks about the rewards and challenges of the specialty. Additionally, he clears up misconceptions about the speciality, and offers insight into the scope of practice and subspeciality interests!Thanks to our listeners for tuning in for our first episode of 2021, and thanks again to Dr. Alam for joining us!

Multipotent MD is back with another Residency Reel! This week, Ziad and Christopher interview Dr. Kado Zimmo, PGY2 in Anesthesia at Western University! They dive into Kado's journey through medical school, and his first two years of Anesthesia! They talk about the the curriculum structure, fellowships, job market, the blending of procedural vs. medical management in anesthesia, and so much more! Thanks for listening!

Welcome back to Multipotent MD! This week, we interview Dr. Rachel Liu, PGY4 in General Surgery. Rachel gives us a deep dive on her journey to General Surgery and Ontario from BC! She tells us about the General Surgery curriculum, taking a year off to do a masters, being a finalist at the National Laparoscopic Suturing Championships, having a biotech invention named after her, and so much more. Thanks for listening!

Welcome back to Multipotent MD! Ziad and Christopher sit down and chat with Dr. Michal Chwalek, PGY2 in Internal Medicine! Michal talks about his experience doing medical school in Poland prior to moving to London for his residency, what led him to Internal Medicine, his interest in Critical Care, the structure of his residency program, and so much more! Thanks for listening!

This week, Ziad and Christopher interview Dr. Kylen Van Osch, PGY1 in Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery! Kylen discusses her journey to medicine and surgery! She discusses her experience in Clinical Anatomy, and how that influenced her desire to pursue Otolaryngology. She dives into the ins and outs of her career, crafting her surgical skill set, her fascinating research in Cholesteatoma imaging, and blending her suturing and stitching skills to create her company: KAVO Scrub Caps! All of this, and more, on Multipotent MD!

Welcome back to Multipotent MD! This week, we interview Dr. Ernest Chan, PGY4 in Urology. Dr. Chan walks us through his origin stories and inspirations throughout his journey to medicine: particularly, his mother. He dives into what drove him to Urology, the breadth of the specialty, and the pros and the challenges. He discusses his research in POCUS and testicular torsion, as well as burnout and the importance of mental wellbeing as a physician, and so much more!

Today it is a privilege to welcome onto the show Dr. Philip Berger, a 2018 inductee into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame! Dr. Berger has been recognized for his incredible work in advocacy and activism on behalf of the HIV/AIDS community, and he has defiantly advocated for equitable access to care for all marginalized populations.Thank you to Dr. Berger and to our listeners for joining us for our first episode in Season 2 of the CMHF-Multipotent MD collaboration! Stay tuned for our bonus episode on Dr. Berger later this week!

For this bonus episode we welcome onto the show Tim McCaskell, one of Canada's leading HIV/AIDS activists! Tim joins us to speak on the work of Dr. Berger and some of the lasting impacts of his legacy on the HIV/AIDS community. A huge thank you to Tim for his words, and thanks to our listeners for tuning in!

Today, it is our honor to speak with Dr. Jacalyn (Jackie) Duffin, an inductee into the 2019 class of the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame. Dr. Duffin was recognized for being a staple in the field of Medical History. She has made significant contributions in our historical understanding of rural practices, diagnostic technology, pharmacology, disease concepts, and health policy. Further, she is known to have been a crucial component in the canonization of Marie-Margeurite d’Youville, after utilizing her knowledge in medicine and history to conclude a miracle! All of this, and more, on Multipotent MD!

For this bonus episode, we welcome Lucy Vorobej, a PhD Candidate in History at the University of Waterloo! Lucy speaks on the lasting impacts that Dr. Duffin has had on the field of history, and the legacy she has cemented. A huge thank you to Lucy for her take! Thank you for listening!

Today it is a privilege to welcome onto the show Dr. Charles Tator, a 2009 inductee into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame! Dr. Tator is a world-renowned neurosurgeon and surgical scientist who has fundamentally changed our understanding and approach to traumatic brain injury and acute spinal cord injury. Thank you for joining us Dr. Tator, and thanks to our listeners for joining us for Multipotent MD in collaboration with the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame!

Today it is a privilege to welcome onto the show Dr. Thomas "Jock" Murray, a 2014 inductee into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame! Dr. Murray is a world-renowned neurologist who is recognized for his extensive research, education, and leadership roles in Multiple Sclerosis. Thank you for joining us Dr. Murray, and thanks to our listeners for joining us for Multipotent MD in collaboration with the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame!

Welcome back to Multipotent MD: Residency Reels edition! We're back with a brand new season, and with that, new Royal College subspecialties! The first in our latest batch of residents is the 5-year Emergency Medicine residency, with Dr. Brandon Lam, PGY2 at Western University. We talk about Brandon's journey, how he got to Emergency Medicine, how to secure reference letters, and all things CaRMS.

Welcome back to another episode of Residency Reels! This week, we interview Dr. Rhiannon Tracey, PGY2 in Orthopedic Surgery at Western University. Rhiannon joins us today to discuss her journey to medicine from a non-traditional background! She talks about the day-to-day in Orthopedic surgery, provides some excellent tips for CaRMS, and talks about the culture of Orthopedics as it pertains to women in medicine. All of this. and more, on this week's episode of Multipotent MD!

Welcome back to another episode of Residency Reels! This week, we are joined by Dr. Taylor Roebotham, PGY3 in Obestetrics and Gynecology at Western University. Taylor provides us with insight into the structure and some of the experiences she has had as a resident in her chosen speciality. She also provides excellent advice for aspiring Obstetricians and Gynecologists for the upcoming CaRMS cycle! This episode also features: return of the Hot Seat! Thanks for tuning in!

Welcome back to another episode of Residency Reels! This week, we are joined by Dr. Natan Veinberg, PGY1 in Family Medicine at at Western University. Natan shares with us the experiences that led him to medicine and ultimately Family Medicine. He also shares some brilliant advice for aspiring Family Physicians for the upcoming CaRMS cycle! Finally, Natan shares with us the reason that his is passionate about primary care. Thanks for joining us for another week of Multipotent MD!