Sink or Swim Podcast

This episode explores the foundations of anesthesia, from the different types and how they work to what patients experience before, during, and after surgery. It also explores the world of the operating room, detailing the critical decisions anesthesiologists make behind the scenes to ensure patient safety and a smooth procedure.

Co-hosts: Salam Harb (M4), Autumn Pough (M4), Katie Kenon (M4)

In this episode, we will discuss the similarities and differences between community and academic residency programs Co-hosts: Autumn Pough (M4) and Katie Kenon (M4)

In this episode, we will be looking at the pre-med/medical school process from a new lens: the lens of a parent. Co-hosts: Katie Kenon (M4), Trina Kenon (Katie's mom)

In this episode, we will discuss some of the things that we have learned on our journey to medicine and what advice we would give our younger selvesCo-hosts: Katie Kenon (M4), Maria Pereira (M4), Stachyse Stanis (M4)

This podcast explores the profound impact of food on health, from its role in preventing chronic diseases to the emerging field of nutritional medicine. I discuss how dietary choices influence conditions like obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and cancer, while also examining the power of anti-inflammatory diets and the gut microbiome in overall well-being. Featuring M4 student Sunaina Addanki.

This episode will discuss the history the anti-vax movement with a focus on the 1998 Wakefeild publication. Featuring M4 student Sergio Medina

This podcast explores the complexities of India's healthcare system, highlighting the contrast between private and public healthcare, the challenges of rural access, and the financial burden on patients. From government initiatives like Ayushman Bharat to the rise of telemedicine and India's role as a global leader in pharmaceutical innovation, I discuss both the strengths and shortcomings of the system. Featuring M4 student Sunaina Addanki.

This podcast explores the evolving role of AI in medicine. I talk about examining AI's impact on diagnostics, patient care, and medical education. From AI-powered imaging tools to predictive analytics in critical care, I discuss how these innovations are transforming healthcare while also raising ethical concerns about bias, data privacy, and the physician-patient relationship. Featuring M4 student Sunaina Addanki.

This podcast discusses the intersection of medicine and politics in the past, present, and future. From major legislation like the Affordable Care Act to the ethical dilemma's physicians face in advocacy, I discuss the evolving role of physicians in political discourse. Key issues such as pharmaceutical pricing to public health debates, I discuss how we can stay informed and engaged in shaping healthcare initiatives. Featuring M4 student Sunaina Addanki.

In this episode, we will be walking through our M4 experience as an Internal Medicine and OB/GYN Applicant.Co-hosts: Autumn Pough (M4) and Katie Kenon (M4)

In this episode, M4 Drew Baeza will be giving advice and tips on how to successfully pioneer through medical school with the dream of applying ophthalmology.

This episode will include one student's perspective and personal journey through the preparation and application process for medical school including MCAT, STEPs, Clerkships, and shelf exams. Featuring M4 student Drew Baeza.

In this episode, M4 Hiam discusses how to adapt to your first year of medical school. She provides advice, study strategies, and insights to adapt to the challenges of medical school while maintaining your well-being.

In this episode, M4 Hiam discusses how to best prepare for residency interviews. She provides advice and insights on how to excel in residency interviews while addressing common concerns and challenges.

In this episode we continue our discussion reviewing key topics essential for succeding on your ortho away rotation. Featuring M4 student Daniel Acevedo

In this episode we will discuss an overview of key topics essential for succeding on your ortho away rotation. Featuring M4 student Daniel AcevedoI

On this episdoe we discuss what palliative care is, why the rotation is benificial for all medical students, and coping strategies while on rotation. Featuring M4s Alvin and Saket.

This episode will center on the benefits of a gap year, reflections on what Nick wishes he knew before medical school, and advice for premed students considering a gap year. Featuring M4s Alvin and Nicholas.

On this episode we will discuss career interest in Emergency Medicine and the residency application journey . Featuring NSU MD M4s Alvin and Jaime.

In this episode, we sit down with third-year medical students Alan and Alec from Nova Southeastern University (NSU). Together, we'll explore the importance of volunteering in the medical field, the various volunteer opportunities available at NSU, and the exciting upcoming free clinic. Tune in to hear how these future doctors are contributing to their community and why volunteerism is such a crucial aspect of their medical education.

In this episode, M4's Kyle and Maddy discuss recommendations for studying in your preclinical years and clerkships, and how these relate to preparation for Step 1 and Step 2. They also discuss what goes into a successful Step preparation dedicated period, how to make a study schedule, and recommendations for test day.

In this episode, M4's Kyle and Maddy discuss their journey through the Couples Match process. They discuss the process from the decision to Couples Match all the way through making a rank list for a successful match. Link to couples match rank list generator: https://residencymatchtools.com/couplesmatch.html

In this episode, M4's Kyle and Maddy talk through their experiences and advice on how to perform well in clerkships. They also discuss specifics for Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Pediatrics, OB/GYN, Family Medicine, and Psychiatry clerkships.Link to psych template: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fxTFBdC0un-eqvvx9a9Y91taV06ES6OaNp1fFdew3Sk/edit?usp=sharing

In this episode, M4's Kyle and Maddy walk through their approach to promoting lifestyle change and important factors to consider across nutrition, exercise, sleep, and mental health.

This epsidoe will explore the contribution of psychiatrist through the ages.Featuring M4 student Sergio Medina

This episode will detail one student's experiences with each portion of medical school up until their 4th year. Featuring M4 Sergio Medina

This episode explores one student's life journey, starting from childhood up until matriculation into medical school, including how being a URM affected my path into medicine.Featuring M4 Student Sergio Medina

Today we are diving into the dark yet fascinating world of pandemics- historical pandmics to be exact, and how they shaped modern medicine!Featuring Class of 2025 M4 student Sandra Ashamalla

Today's discussion explores the history of the Tuskegee Syphilis study and how this scandal shaped modern medical research and practices. Featuring Class of 2025 M4 student Sandra Ashamalla

Dr. Tessema has received numerous awards for his excellence in research and has multiple publications and presentations in his field. He studied advanced medical and surgical care of complex sino-nasal conditions. and has clinical interest in the endoscopic management of advanced frontal sinus disease and skull base tumors.Dr. Tessema serves on the advisory board for Global ENT outreach, a nonprofit organization committed to train doctors from developing countries to become self sustained in basic ENT related surgical care. Dr. Tessema also serves as the Associate Director of the Ayer Neuroscience Institute Skull Base Center at Hartford Hospital.

Listen in on a conversation between Gaby (M4) and Saket (M4) as we talk about our fitness goals before and after medical school, and what we look forward to in residency.

Dr. Daniel Leon is a physician who specializes in preventative medicine. “I chose this profession to help others achieve better health and quality of life, especially our seniors,” he says. Dr. Leon strives to provide personalized care by learning about his patients' families and personal lives, in addition to their health concerns. If Dr. Leon could make any changes about healthcare today, he would prioritize the value of care and reduce patient volume. “Whenever I can deeply impact the health and wellbeing of any patient, it drives me even more to keep helping people in need,” he says.In his free time, Dr. Leon enjoys doing mechanical work on cars and fishing. He also loves spending time with family and friends

Join Gaby (M4) and Saket (M4) as we talk about the history of medical education and how it has evolved over time. Custers, Eugène J.F.M. PhD; Cate, Olle ten PhD. The History of Medical Education in Europe and the United States, With Respect to Time and Proficiency. Academic Medicine 93(3S):p S49-S54, March 2018. | DOI: 10.1097/ACM.0000000000002079 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29485488/

Guest Description:Jennifer S. Capezzuti, D.O., M.P.H., M.B.A. is a primary care physician who is Board Certified in Family Medicine. She has almost 20 years of experience working in the Fort Lauderdale area. She has a special interest in preventative medicine and in treating patients over 65 years old. She received her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree and her Master of Public Health degree from Nova Southeastern University in Davie, FL. She received her Master of Business Administration degree from Lehigh University in Bethlehem, PA. She completed her undergraduate degree at Penn State University in University Park, PA. She also completed a Fellowship in Health Policy, as well as the Florida Physician Leadership Academy.She is Vice President of the Broward County Medical Association and a member of the American Osteopathic Association. She joined Palm Medical Centers in 2023.

Join Gaby (M4) and Saket (M4) as we talk about how we “strike a balance” between our out-of-school obligations and our many in-school obligations.

Join me as we walk through another pandemic, the Spanish Flu. In this episode, we will talk about a more modern pandemic, as opposed to the ancient pandemic, and how our response improved over time.

Join me, Saket Pandit M4, as we take a walk through the history of pandemics. In this installment, we will talk about the Black Death and the consequences of this disease on medieval Europe.

Join fourth year medical students Jonathan Heaven and Matthew Sauder as they reflect on their experiences of successfully applying to residency programs in Psychiatry and Orthopedic Surgery, respectively. They discuss tips on how to find your ideal residency program, building an organized list of programs, interviewing virtually, how to build your rank order list, and discuss the NRMP code of conduct.

Join fourth year medical students Jonathan Heaven and Matthew Sauder as they navigate the often daunting 4th year of medical school. They discuss the timeline of 4th year, the process of applying for rotations, the strategies for selecting rotations, great ways to shine on rotations, letters of recommendation, and applying for residency in ERAS.

Join fourth year medical students Jonathan Heaven and Matthew Sauder as they discuss a pivotal and often challenging decision that all medical students must make: deciding what specialty to devote their career towards. They outline important questions to ask yourself throughout the process and reflect on their own journey towards their specialties.

Join fourth year medical students Jonathan Heaven and Matthew as they provide an overview of best practices for medical students navigating the first three years of medical school. From developing effective study habits, understanding educational resources, preparing for board exams, getting involved in research, and so much more, Matthew and Jonathan draw upon their experience in medical school in hopes of helping out current and upcoming medical students.

Finding balance in Medical School can seem near impossible. Today on the Sink or Swim we talk about strategies to maintain wellness while in medical school. This episode is dedicated to all NSU MD M1s about to take their CPR final exam. Featuring NSU MD alums Jackie Mirza, Jack Bayer, Joshua Dodge, and Robert Trenschel.

Creating your ERAS application can be stressful. Today we discuss best tips and practices for making your application interview ready! Featuring NSU MD alums Jackie Mirza, Jack Bayer, Joshua Dodge, and Robert Trenschel.

On today's episode we explore the military medicine experience. Featuring NSU MD alums Jack Bayer, Joshua Dodge, Robert Trenschel, and Jackie Mirza.

In this episode we look at transition points in medical school: Beginning, movement to clerkship years, and the M4 elective year. Featuring newly graduated NSU MD alumni Justin Mark, Robert Trenschel, and Miguel Belaunzaran.

In this episode, we discuss the challenges to excelling in a new hospital including EMR systems and faculty. Does the experience help?Featuring soon to be NSU MD post-graduates Miguel Belaunzaran, Jack Bayer, and Skyler Coetzee.

This episode consists of multiple mini-interviews of people with different backgrounds and paths to medicine exploring how they dealt with med-school/life balance. We asked everyone about hobbies, professions, sports, relationships, and pets during medical school (and beyond). Featuring Ashley Lopez, MS4 at Ponce Health Sciences University, Mona Amer, MS4 at the University of Louisville and Research Fellow at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Becky Li, MD. Pediatrics PGY-1 at Nicklaus Children's Hospital and NSU MD graduate, and Piero Carletti MS4 at NSU MD.

This episode consists of multiple mini-interviews of people with different backgrounds and paths to medicine exploring how they dealt with med-school/life balance. We asked everyone about hobbies, professions, sports, relationships, and pets during medical school (and beyond). Featuring Arianna Tovar, MD. Research Fellow at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Sofia De Arrigunaga, MD. Research Fellow at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Araliya Gunawardene, MS3 at NSU MD, and Piero Carletti, MS4 at NSU MD.

In this episode, we will go over how we discovered ophthalmology, and how we sought opportunities to be exposed to this field whether you do or don't have an affiliated residency program. Additionally, we will go over the decision behind taking a research gap year, how we found it, what kinds of research years are available out there, and how we are making the most out of ours. Featuring Mona Amer, MS4 at the University of Louisville and Research Fellow at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute and Piero Carletti, MS4 at NSU MD and Research Fellow at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute.

In this episode, we will give you a detailed overview of the ophthalmology application process. We will talk about what you should be aware of before heading into the application season, and how to navigate the application portal, which can be drastically different from ERAS. In this episode, you will get the perspectives of two ophthalmology applicants on how the interpreted and filled out each section of their application. Featuring Mona Amer, MS4 at the University of Louisville and Research Fellow at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute & Piero Carletti, MS4 at NSU MD and Research Fellow at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute.