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My Veterinary Life
Scars are Stories and other Great Pearls of Wisdom from Dr. Peter Weinstein

My Veterinary Life

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 31:28


Our guest on this episode of My Veterinary Life Podcast is Dr. Peter Weinstein. Dr. Weinstein holds many different roles within the veterinary profession, including but not limited to being president of Simple Solutions for Vets, president of PAW Consulting, and president Veterinary Ownership Advocates, as well as an instructor of business and finance at Western University of Health Sciences College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Weinstein shares his journey into veterinary medicine, inspired by James Herriot's All Creatures Great and Small, and his subsequent career transitions. Emphasizing the importance of financial literacy, regulatory compliance, and effective communication, he offers advice for new graduates on leadership and business skills. The episode underscores the evolving landscape of veterinary practice and the significance of continuous learning and entrepreneurship. We are so excited to share this conversation with you.  We want to share a big thank you to our sponsor CareCredit. You can learn more about Veterinary Patient Financing for Providers through CareCredit by visiting: https://www.carecredit.com/providers/animal-healthcare/   Remember we want to hear from you! Please be sure to subscribe to our feed on Apple Podcasts and leave us a ratings and review. You can also contact us at MVLPodcast@avma.org   Follow us on social media @AVMAVets #MyVetLife #MVLPodcast   

5 Second Rule
#66 Silent Spread: Unmasking the Kansas Tuberculosis Outbreak

5 Second Rule

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 35:38


Tuberculosis remains a pressing public health challenge, with recent outbreaks highlighting its persistent threat. In this episode infectious disease expert Dr. Matt Shoemaker dives into the TB outbreak in Kansas. He unpacks the complexities of its transmission, the symptoms to watch for, and the obstacles faced in controlling its spread. Explore how public health officials are tackling this crisis, the crucial role of identifying latent TB cases, and the broader influence of policy on prevention. Join us for an eye-opening discussion on combating this enduring health concern. Hosted by: Kelly Holmes, MS, CIC, FAPIC and Lerenza L. Howard, MHA, CIC, LSSGB About our Guest: Dr. Matt Shoemaker, DO, FIDSA Dr. Matt Shoemaker, DO, FIDSA, Infectious Disease and Internal Medicine, graduated from the University of Health Sciences-College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kansas City, MO in 2000. He subsequently completed a traditional rotating osteopathic internship at Capital Regional Medical Center in Jefferson City, MO. After completion of his internship, he completed a residency in Internal Medicine and a fellowship in Infectious Disease, both at the University of Missouri – Columbia School of Medicine in Columbia, MO. He also maintains a medical practice specializing in Infectious Disease. Dr. Shoemaker is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in Infectious Diseases and Internal Medicine. He was in private practice in southeast Missouri from 2006 until 2019. He also served as vice president and chief medical officer at SoutheastHEALTH in Cape Girardeau, MO from 2014 until 2019. In 2018 he was advanced to a Fellow of the Infectious Diseases Society of America. In July of 2019 he joined the University of Kansas Medical Center Division of Infectious Diseases as assistant professor of clinical medicine. He is currently an associate professor of clinic medicine and serves as the Director of the Division of Infectious Disease at the University of Kansas Medical Center.

The Kinked Wire
JVIR audio abstracts: December 2024

The Kinked Wire

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2024 14:31


This recording features audio versions of December 2024 Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology (JVIR) abstracts:Safety and Effectiveness of Large-Bore Percutaneous Cholangioscopy–Assisted Gallstone Retrieval for Inoperable Calculous Cholecystitis: A Multi- Institutional Retrospective Study ReadGenicular Artery Embolization for Treatment of Symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis—2-Year Outcomes from a Prospective IDE Trial ReadDoxycycline Sclerotherapy of Aneurysmal and Unicameral Bone Cysts in the Appendicular Skeleton and Pelvis: Single-Center 14-Year Experience ReadIrreversible Electroporation in Treating Colorectal Liver Metastases in Proximity to Critical Structures ReadComparison of Effectiveness and Safety of Microwave Ablation of Colorectal Liver Metastases Adjacent versus Nonadjacent to the Diaphragm ReadEffectiveness of Initial and Repeat Drug-Coated Balloon Angioplasty of Restenotic Arteriovenous Fistulae Compared with That of Plain Angioplasty ReadJVIR and SIR thank all those who helped record this episode. To sign up to help with future episodes, please contact our outreach coordinator at millennie.chen.jvir@gmail.com.  Host:Manbir Singh Sandhu, University of California Riverside School of MedicineAudio editor:Sonya Choe, University of California Riverside School of MedicineOutreach coordinator:Millennie Chen, University of California Riverside School of MedicineAbstract readers:Hannah Curtis, Loma Linda University School of MedicineSunil Balamurugan, Western University of Health Sciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine of the PacificSiddak Dhaliwal, University of Missouri School of MedicineMillennie Chen, University of California Riverside School of MedicineCrystal Chin, Touro University Montana College of Osteopathic MedicineDaniel Roh, Loma Linda University School of MedicineSIR thanks BD for its generous support of the Kinked Wire.Contact us with your ideas and questions, or read more about about interventional radiology in IR Quarterly magazine or SIR's Patient Center.(c) Society of Interventional Radiology.Support the show

Kansas City MomCast
How Youth Sports Culture is Affecting Our Kids

Kansas City MomCast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2024 43:50


In this episode of Kansas City MomCast, we are tackling youth sports culture and how it's affecting our kids. We discuss the change in the youth sports culture over time, the potential mental health repercussions of intense competition and expectations, and what we can do as parents sitting in the stands. Discussing this topic with us are Dr. Raelene Knolla, Vice President of Population Health at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, and Donease Smith, Executive Director for Administration at the Urban Youth Academy. “Not Good Enough," the documentary that was a partnership between the Kansas City Royals and Blue Cross Blue Shield is available to stream for free by clicking here. For additional information, content, and resources, visit shutoutthestigma.com Meet Donease Smith Donease Smith is the Executive Director for Administration at the Urban Youth Academy (UYA). She has vast experience in the athletics, administration, and youth development spaces – most recently with La Salle University as Chief of Staff for Intercollegiate Athletics where she helped transform internal operations within the department. Prior to joining La Salle University, Donease served in dual roles at the University of Kansas as the Assistant Athletic Director for Team Operations for Olympic Sports and the Director of Basketball Operations for Women's Basketball. At KU, she helped to create a Women's Mentorship Program – providing female employees a space to learn from, engage and support one another. Previously, Donease worked in Basketball Operations at the University of Memphis, Kansas State University and the Detroit Shock in the WNBA. She also spent time as a high school teacher and coach in the Kansas City area. At the UYA, Donease will provide leadership, direction and support for the UYA and will be responsible for ensuring operational excellence and implementing the vision, mission and strategy of the Academy. She was a three-year letter winner for the women's basketball team at Central Missouri State University (now called the University of Central Missouri), where she was named honorable mention all-conference three-straight seasons. Donease is originally from Sedalia, Missouri where she was inducted into the Smith-Cotton High School Athletics Hall of Fame in 2014. Follow Donease on Instagram. Meet Dr. Raelene Knolla Dr. Raelene Knolla is the Vice President of Population Health at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City (Blue KC). In this role, she provides leadership of the medical policy, clinical operations with our utilization and care management teams, community health, behavioral health, quality, and accreditation teams. She is responsible for providing physician advice to help manage and improve the health of Blue KC members. Dr. Knolla also served as the Medical Director for Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Kansas Medical Center.  Dr. Knolla received a Doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine from the University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kansas City, a Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Administration/ Management from Rockhurst University, and a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Florida State University. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Connect with Dr. Knolla on LinkedIn. What We're Loving In Kansas City Sports at the J Sarah's family has enjoyed the low-key and love-of-the-game focus of the Jewish Community Center's sports programs. Youth and teens are offered introductory, instructional, and competitive sports options. Whether you want a pick up game of pickleball, or an organized basketball, soccer or softball league, The J has something for everyone. Sports Apparel and Equipment on the Thrift Megan refuses to pay retail prices on a pair of cleats that will be worn for one season. She heads to KC Grow Co. in Olathe for all of her kids' soccer shorts, cleats,

The Health Disparities Podcast
How med schools can equip doctors to help eliminate health disparities

The Health Disparities Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 33:57


Many people who go into medicine come from well-off families and don't know what it's like to live in poverty. So when they graduate and become physicians, they can struggle to understand why their therapeutic interventions aren't improving the lives of their patients. This, according to Dr. Pedro José Greer Jr., is because med schools have not done a great job helping their students understand the social determinants of health — the many nonmedical factors that influence health outcomes. “It's not for the student physician to be able to resolve the social determinants, it's for them to really understand what they are,” Greer said. “Without understanding all these other things, we're not going to make [the] right therapeutic calls. “The health outcomes in this country are embarrassingly bad,” he added. “So we have to be driven to improve those disparities.” Greer is an American physician of Cuban descent and founding dean of the Roseman University of Health Sciences College of Medicine. He spoke with Health Disparities podcast host Claudia Zamora about how to improve medical education, why diversity matters, and why it's critical that med schools train doctors to show compassion and empathy for their patients. The conversation was recorded in person at the 2023 Movement Is Life annual Health Equity Summit.

Dean's Chat - All Things Podiatric Medicine
Ep. 38 - Western University of Health Sciences - College of Podiatric Medicine - APMSA Leaders

Dean's Chat - All Things Podiatric Medicine

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2023 43:28


Over the next few months, Dean's Chat will be providing bonus episodes interviewing students from the Schools and Colleges of Podiatric Medicine. This week we are joined by three students from Western University of Health Sciences – College of Podiatric Medicine (WUCPM), Denise Peraza-Martinez, Brian Wong, and Belinda Jimenez. Denise is representing the Class of 2024, and Brian and Belinda are both representing the Class of 2025. All represent the American Podiatric Medical Students Association (APMSA) within WUCPM. Join our discussions each week on the podiatric journey our students are embarking on at the various schools. Students share their path to discovering podiatric medicine, to applying to what is now eleven schools and colleges of podiatric medicine, to the first and second year of didactics, Boards Part 1 and 2, and clinical experiences and opportunities. We do some professor shout-outs and discuss student services, extracurricular activities, and student life at each school. Dr. Jeffrey Jensen interviews three students from the Western University of Health Sciences – College of Podiatric Medicine, and the students discuss their educational experiences and shed light on what podiatric medicine entails. The students also highlight the various specializations within podiatric medicine, such as sports medicine, surgery, biomechanics, and diabetic foot care. Tune in to gain insight into the educational pathway to becoming a podiatric physician. In this episode, the students stress the significance of seeking help and utilizing tutoring and support services. They emphasize that there is no shame in asking for assistance and highlight that Western University offers tutoring, support, and learning skills resources to all students. The students encourage other students to take advantage of these resources to adjust and take care of themselves. The students also mention the importance of reaching out for help and mention various avenues for assistance, including upperclassmen, the administration, and faculty members. The students emphasize that the professors at Western U genuinely care about the students' success and are readily available to provide help and support. Belinda and Brian both express their appreciation for professors who have positively impacted their education. Belinda specifically mentions Dr. Joseph Park, their instructor for PMP3, praising him for his ability to teach and care for patients. Denise gives a shout-out to Dr. Chandler Hubbard, who manages the student-run clinic at Western U, commending her knowledge, wisdom, compassion, and clinic management skills. The students express gratitude for the professors who have positively influenced their education and training. Dr. Jensen and the students highlight the importance of fostering positive relationships with professors and recognizing their contributions to the learning experience. https://www.westernu.edu/podiatricmedicine/ Dean's Chat Website  Dean's Chat Episodes  Dean's Chat Blog Why Podiatric Medicine?  Become a Podiatric Physician   

The Prehealth Podcast at Penn State
Intro to Podiatry with The Western University of Health Sciences

The Prehealth Podcast at Penn State

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 49:49


This week we are thrilled to welcome several professionals from The Western University of Health Sciences College of Podiatric Medicine in Pomona, CA. Unfortunately, we ran into some audio issues with this episode that we were unable to resolve. Please excuse the audio quality for this episode as a result. Our colleagues, however, were incredibly insightful about the opportunities and dynamics of pursuing a career in the diverse and exciting field of podiatry. AUDIO: INTRO Song was Fun Life by FASSounds OUTRO Song was Best Time by FASSoundsACKNOWLEDGEMENT: The Penn State PreHealth Podcast is a production of the PreHealth Advising Office in the Eberly College of Science at Penn State University. It is produced, edited, and promoted by the PreHealth Advising Team. The views, opinions, and advice shared during this podcast are that of the hosts and any guests only and do not necessarily reflect the best advice for every student at every institution for every health profession. This is a non-profit podcast made for the purpose of better serving pre-health students across the university system.

HIDEF Performance Podcast
The Latest in Non-Surgical Procedures for Muscle, Bone, and Joint Injuries w/ Dr. Keith Cummings

HIDEF Performance Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2023 26:07


This weeks guest is Dr. Keith Cummings, DO! Dr. Keith Cummings is a non-operative sports medicine physician who treats acute and overuse musculoskeletal injuries. He emphasizes optimal biomechanics and exercise-based treatments for musculoskeletal problems, minimal medication use, and ultrasound or flouroscopic guided procedures when necessary to help people stay healthy and active. He has advanced training in musculoskeletal ultrasound for both diagnosis and performing procedures, orthobiologic injections such as platelet rich plasma, as well as fluoroscopic spine and joint procedures. Dr. Cummings received his BS in biology from Saint Martin's University in Lacey, Washington and then his doctorate from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (Northwest Campus). He completed his medical training at the University of Utah where he subspecialized in sports medicine after finishing residency in physical medicine & rehabilitation (PM&R) and serving as chief resident. Because of Utah's location, Dr Cummings was able to regularly care for athletes participating in many unique sports such as alpine skiing, climbing, and trail running as well as traditional team sports such as football, basketball, soccer, and cross country. He has provided sideline coverage for all levels of competition including division one college football, the NBA, professional cycling, club hockey and rugby, Olympic level bobsled and skeleton sled, amateur and master's judo, and a variety of high school sports. This enables him to partner with active patients of all skill levels to help them return to the activities they love. Dr. Cummings served as team captain of his track team in high school, participating in several state qualifying relay teams. When he is not working, he enjoys hiking, skiing, and running in the beautiful mountains of the Pacific Northwest as well as watching sports and playing guitar. Dr Cummings was born and raised in Olympia, Washington. He is happy to be back in the area closer to family and friends where he can enjoy all the Pacific Northwest has to offer. Want to work with Keith? https://www.posm.com/physician/keith-cummings-do/ Want to work with HIDEF? www.hidefpt.com

The Holistic Kids Show
085. Let's Talk Metabolism - Dr. Alan Christianson

The Holistic Kids Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2023 34:04


Metabolic diseases are on a rise in children. Today, we speak to Dr Alan Christianson who is a New York Times Bestselling Author and a Phoenix, Arizona-based Naturopathic Doctor (ND) who specializes in natural endocrinology with a focus on thyroid disorders. He is the author of the Adrenal Reset Diet, the Complete Idiot's Guide to Thyroid Disease, and The Metabolism Reset Diet. Dr. Christianson was a member of the premier class of Sonoran University of Health Sciences College of Naturopathic Medicine (formerly SCNM) graduating in 1996. He has been actively practicing in Scottsdale ever since. Dr. Christianson is the founding president of the SCNM alumni organization and continues to be an active board member. He is also the founding president of the Endocrine Association of Naturopathic Physicians. Learn More: https://integrativehealthcare.com/

Brain & Body Things
Joint pain with Dr. Heidi Prather.

Brain & Body Things

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2023 45:16


Dr. Heidi Prather is an Attending Physiatrist at Hospital for Special Surgery. She specializes in sports medicine and the diagnosis and nonsurgical treatment of spine and hip disorders and conditions.After receiving a Bachelor of Arts Degree with Honors in biology and chemistry from Drury College, she received her Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from the University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine. Following medical school, she completed a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. Prather served as Professor, Vice Chair of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Founder and Division Chief of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in the departments of Orthopaedic Surgery and Neurology at Washington University School of Medicine in St Louis, Missouri from 1998-2020. Dr. Prather also served as the Outpatient Medical Director of the Joint and Spine Center at Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital, and Founder of the Living Well Center. Dr. Prather co-founded the Sports Medicine Fellowship in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and served as Co-Director of the NASS recognized Spine and Intervention Fellowship.Dr. Prather is a Diplomat of the National Board of Medical Examiners and board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine. She is also a Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine. She has been an Oral Board Examiner and Written Board Examination-item writer and self-examination assessment writer for the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. She is a founding Senior Editor for the journal of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, PM&R. She has served as President of the Physiatric Association of Spine, Sports and Occupational Rehabilitation and North American Spine Society.Dr. Prather has authored many peer-reviewed articles, review articles, and book chapters teaches and lectures nationally on topics related to the sports, spine, and musculoskeletal medicine. Her clinical and research interests include the lifestyle medicine approach to care for musculoskeletal conditions with a special interest in gender differences, pre-arthritic hip disorders and their relationship to pelvic girdle and lumbar spine disorders.In this episode we discuss:Common reasons joints can become painful.Joint anatomy.Determining the cause of joint pain.Joint pain over a lifespan. Lifestyle choices and impact on joint pain.Integrating lifestyle medicine into joint pain management.Decision making for joint replacement.The lumbar pelvic and hip connection - challenges in evaluation and management. The importance of individualizing treatment.The podcast episodes drop weekly on Mondays in seasonal chunks. Subscribe to stay up to date, and tune in when you can! Be sure to rate, review, and follow on your favorite podcast app and let me know what other brain & body things you'd like to hear about.For more information about me, check out my website, www.natashamehtamd.com.Follow me on Instagram, Twitter, or Tik Tok @drnatashamehta. Follow Dr. Heidi Prather on Twitter @heidipratherpmr. This episode is not sponsored.

Mental Health Trailblazers: Psychiatric Nurses Speak Up

Come along for the next episode of “Mental Health Trailblazers - Psychiatric Nurses Speak Up,” where our host Indrias Kassaye will be chatting with Dr Marife Aczon-Armstrong, an Assistant Professor at Roseman University of Health Sciences College of Nursing. As a member of Asian American Pacific Islander Nurses Association (AAPINA), she continues to focus on mental health issues in research.Listen in as they dive deeper into topics such as working on the front-lines during the COVID-19 crisis, minority representation in healthcare, and expanding on how her passion to serve the ethnic minority population globally keeps her motivated.Through this captivating conversation, you'll learn more about how the MFP/ANA program can impact a career's trajectory as well as how radio can be used as an outlet for successful health communication.You won't want to miss Dr. Aczon-Armstrong's thoughts on how nurses can help in protecting, informing, and educating against hate crimes! To learn more about Dr. Marife Aczon-Armstrong, visit https://emfp.org/mfp-fellows. 

D.O. or Do Not: The Osteopathic Physician's Journey for Premed & Medical Students
Episode 52: Jann Gael OMS-IV at Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific-Northwest

D.O. or Do Not: The Osteopathic Physician's Journey for Premed & Medical Students

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2021 36:46


Jann Gael, OMS-IV is a medical school student at Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific-Northwest. Born in Amarillo, TX, he graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Science in Biology before spending several years working at the university as an embryology research assistant. During his time in research, Gael invested his efforts towards fully characterizing fundamental physiological processes necessary for proper human development in the hopes of elucidating mechanisms that could be used to create treatments for congenital disease. Currently, in his role as a medical student, Gael believes that diligence, integrity, and a love of learning will allow him to best serve and support his future patients and peers. Focusing on the flexibility needed to view problems from different perspectives, he holds these values as essential in creating a robust and reliable foundation for treatment plans that can best address a patient's needs. Medicine offers the perfect venue in which deductive reasoning and a natural curiosity can be used to affect and improve the lives of others more directly. Passionate about the field of Pathology, Gael was drawn to the challenge of finding connections between vast amounts of information, the openness to collaboration needed to address a problem from multiple angles, and the critical thinking skills required to be successful in these endeavors. Alongside his love of science, Gael indulges in his passion for fine arts. Music has always played an instrumental part in Gael's life, even more so now in the face of COVID. In his spare time, he enjoys performing lullabies on the piano, singing (poorly but enthusiastically) to songs from the last musical he's seen, or listening to music livestreams as he sketches and writes on his weekend evenings.Tune in to learn more about Gael's path to Osteopathic medicine, passion for working with others, and his experiences navigating life and medicine as a transgender medical student.

Protecting Your NEST with Dr. Tony Hampton
Dr. Andrea Salcedo & the Metabolic/Gynecologic Connection: Episode 47

Protecting Your NEST with Dr. Tony Hampton

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2021 61:16


Welcome to Protecting Your Nest with Dr. Tony Hampton. Dr. Andrea Salcedo is an Obstetrics and Gynecology physician with Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Clinics. She earned her Masters Degree in Public Health from the University of Southern California, attended Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, and did her residency at Loma Linda University Health. She is also Board Certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is also a wife and a mother. Dr. Andrea shares the story of how she discovered and ultimately decided to implement the low carb diet in her life. In this discussion, Drs. Tony and Andrea talk about the power of stress reduction for total health, ‘accidental’ fasting while on a ketogenic diet, how poor metabolic health can have ill effects on the uterus, end organ disease, why excess of insulin production in the body is so often the cause of disease, gynecological problems caused by metabolic disorders for younger and older women, perspectives on why conventional medicine has generally not emphasized lifestyle/dietary intervention as a primary means of treatment, and the role that psychological trauma plays in metabolic disease. Thank you for listening to Protecting Your Nest. For additional resources and information, please see the links below.    Links:   Dr. Andrea Salcedo: Loma Linda Health Website   Dr. Tony Hampton: Book Website Instagram Account Facebook Page LinkedIn Account Youtube Account Advocate Aurora Healthcare Profile Dr. Hampton’s Low Carb Corner (Diet Doctor)   Ritmos Negros Podcast

D.O. or Do Not: The Osteopathic Physician's Journey for Premed & Medical Students
Episode 44: Edith Waskel OMS-IV. and Edward Ng OMS-IV SOMA & COSGP

D.O. or Do Not: The Osteopathic Physician's Journey for Premed & Medical Students

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2021 59:36


For our 4th and final Osteopathic Medicine Month episode, we had the pleasure to host Student Doctor Edith Waskel, OMS-IV, and Student Doctor Edward Ng, OMS-IV, MS. Edie and Ed are current fourth year osteopathic medical students and soon-to-be graduates of the Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (WU-COMP) in Pomona, California. Successfully beating the odds and couples matching to the University of Illinois-Chicago Emergency Medicine Residency program, they will begin their physician journey as emergency medicine interns this July.  Connected to the mind, body, spirit approach of osteopathic medicine, a career as an osteopathic physician was a natural choice for Edie. As she entered medical school, she quickly recognized her passion for healthcare policy and osteopathic political advocacy and entered into leadership roles within the Student Osteopathic Medical Association (SOMA) – currently serving as the student representative on the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) Board of Trustees. In this position, Edie has worked alongside Kevin Klauer, D.O., EJD,  current CEO of the AOA, to help eliminate any remaining osteopathic medical student discrimination students may have encountered when applying to away rotations and residencies – a huge success for the osteopathic profession. Additionally, enthusiastic about social medicine, she has also served as the National SOMA Community Outreach Director and on the SOMA Resolutions Committee to help amplify the osteopathic medical student voice.    Also aligning with his healthcare philosophy, Ed chose to pursue a career as an osteopathic physician over the allopathic route – with a bonus that WU-COMP was close to home. As a first generation American and college student, Ed's connection to medicine grew from his humble roots and desire to serve others. Like Edie, Ed chose to pursue medical school leadership positions focused on healthcare policy and osteopathic political advocacy. As a medical student, Ed served on the American Association of Osteopathic Medicine's Council of Osteopathic Student Government Presidents – overseeing the Mental Health Awareness Task Force. In this position, he helped to organize the Osteopathic Medical Student Day of Wellness dedicated to bringing recognition to the mental health challenges medical students face and stopping the stigma associated with mental health. Similarly to Edie, he also worked to pass osteopathic medical policy, to help further and better the profession, as an alternate voting delegate at the 2019 American Osteopathic Association House of Delegates.  As they enter into the next stage of their osteopathic medical career, Edie and Ed are excited for their future together as emergency medicine residents in Chicago, IL – and hopefully, with a puppy. Tune in to learn more about their experience with the NRMP couple's match, healthcare policy and osteopathic political advocacy, and their advice for students pursuing a career in osteopathic medicine. Edited by Nicholas Buskill

Fit As A Fiddle
Men Feel It Too: The Scoop On Male Pelvic Pain

Fit As A Fiddle

Play Episode Play 32 sec Highlight Listen Later Dec 17, 2020 25:50


About 10% of males in the US experience some form of pelvic pain. Nonbacterial Prostatitis tends to be one of the most common diagnoses. However, many men are seen by multiple urologists, receive extensive medical work up, find that none of the medications works, and end up feeling helpless. When they are finally seen by a pelvic specialist, they can begin to have the confidence they need to regain control of their life.Dr. T. R. Christian Reutter from Pelvic Rehabilitation, explains to us why seeing a pelvic pain specialist should be the first line of defense in the absence of bacterial/viral infection. Other than being set up with pelvic floor physical therapy, specific medications, trigger point injections, peripheral nerve hydrodissection injections, and other minimally invasive procedures can help men who experience pelvic pain.Dr. Reutter attended medical school at the University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kansas City Missouri and then completed his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, Texas. He practiced for almost 17 years as a sports medicine and spine specialist in San Francisco, California before joining the Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine team in New York.He took an interest in pelvic pain and realized that there were limited resources with regard to addressing pelvic pain conditions. He joined the Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine Team in order to further pursue his interests. As a physiatrist, he feels that he brings a unique approach to patient care with the goal of pain reduction/resolution, improvement in the quality of life, and allowing the patient to return to the activities that they enjoy.Connect with him at https://www.pelvicrehabilitation.com/

On The Rise Podcast
On The Rise Show Ep.035 - Dr. Tej Dhaliwal, from optometrist to host of the LarschCast and spreading good vibes

On The Rise Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2020 63:20


On today's episode, I'm joined by Dr. Tej Dhaliwal, from optometrist to host of the LarschCast and spreading good vibes! Dr. Tej Dhaliwal completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program at Sir Winston Churchill Secondary, and graduated from Simon Fraser University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. He then graduated from Western University of Health Sciences College of Optometry, receiving his Doctor of Optometry degree with Dean's List and Beta Sigma Kappa academic honors. He's now the franchise owner and optometrist at Image Optometry - Kingsway. Aside from his Optometry, he has been a lifelong passionate fan of the Canucks, and grew up playing and coaching competitive hockey. His passion led to the birth of The LarschCast, die-hard Canucks fans talking hockey, plus NFL and Fantasy Football. After podcasting for a year, Sportsnet650 decided to sign show and now The LarschCast can be heard every Sunday night, 9pm to midnight on Sportsnet650, following Sunday Night Football. In this episode, we talk about Dr. Tej Dhaliwal's journey to optometry. How he discovered his passion for optometry. How a near-death experience during college became a wake-up call for him to live life to the fullest with no regrets. We talk about his passion for sports and the birth of the LarschCast. After podcasting for a year, Sportsnet 650 decided to sign the show and now it can be heard every Sunday night. Most importantly we talk about little things that everyone can do every single day to protect their eyes. Dr. Teej shares his incredible story in this podcast and you definitely don't want to miss it! Follow Dr. Tej on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/drtejdhaliwal/ Twitter: @drtejdhaliwal Check out Image Optometry (Kingsway) https://www.instagram.com/imageoptometry/ Check out The Larsch Cast https://www.instagram.com/larschcast/ https://www.instagram.com/sportsnet650/ Subscribe to the "On The Rise" podcast: https://www.instagram.com/mr.johnclee/ https://www.instagram.com/thepropertyshark/

AAEM/RSA Podcasts
Becoming a Leader

AAEM/RSA Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2020 11:50


In this episode, Melissa Mueller, and Stephen R. Hayden, MD FAAEM discuss becoming a leader. Ms. Mueller is a medical student at Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, and AAEM/RSA Education Committee member, and Dr. Hayden is a professor of clinical, emergency medicine. He served as Director for the UCSD Emergency Medicine Residency Training Program, is a Past President of the Council of Residency Directors for Emergency Medicine (CORD), he was the 2005 recipient of the AAEM Residency Director of the Year Award, and is currently the AAEM Ex-Officio Board Member, and Editor of the Journal of Emergency Medicine.

AAEM/RSA Podcasts
Becoming a Leader

AAEM/RSA Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2020 11:50


Presented by Melissa Mueller, a medical student at Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, and AAEM/RSA Education Committee member, and Stephen R. Hayden, MD FAAEM, a professor of clinical, emergency medicine. He served as Director for the UCSD Emergency Medicine Residency Training Program, is a Past President of the Council of Residency Directors for Emergency Medicine (CORD), is currently the AAEM Ex-Officio Board Member, and Editor of the Journal of Emergency Medicine. Intro music by Akashic Records, Key to Success - Discover the Possibility from the album Corporate Presentation - Key to Success, powered by JAMENDO.

Wag Out Loud
Evidence-based Research on Fresh Food for Dogs

Wag Out Loud

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2020


Welcome Dog Lovers! Today I am thrilled to have Dr. Oscar Chavez, Chief Medical Officer and founding executive at JustFoodForDogs LLC. Their daily mission is to help as many pets as possible live longer, healthier lives through proven, balanced, whole food diets. Dr. Chavez is a veterinarian and business executive with a progressive career founded upon a solid commitment to pet advocacy, integrity, education, and sound veterinary principles.Why does JustFoodForDogs go to such great lengths and financial backing of these studies?Dr. Chavez, when was the company started and why did you start a new research advisory board?Who is on the advisory board?Why did Just Food for Dogs decide to put so much money behind this research?Let’s talk about the first study that as done with the Western University of Health Sciences College of Veterinary Medicine and the University of California, Davis. What was the premise of that?What were the findings?So, what should people look for when buying dog food?And JustFoodForDogs is also the only fresh whole-food company to publish digestibility studies in a peer reviewed journal is that right? What were the findings of that digestibility study?How many foods were tested?And I understand that a second digestibility study is scheduled to be completed later this year?What is the JustFoodForDogs business model? Where can people buy your products?JustFoodForDogsSocial Media: @JustFoodForDogsThe mycotoxin studyThe digestibility articleDr. Chavez’s book: Big Kibble: The Hidden Dangers of the Commercial Pet Food Industry and How to Do Better by Our DogsWe appreciate our sponsor: ParsleyPet . Be sure to use the code WAG at checkout to receive $50 off of the Nutritional Blueprint Thanks for Listening!Thanks so much for tuning in again this week. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the Bark About it section. Or you can click on the social media buttons to share an episode.Special thanks to Dr. Chavez for being on the show. Catch you next time!Also, don’t forget to Subscribe for FREE: Apple Podcasts | Android | Spotify I Stitcher I iHeartRADIO

When She Founded
Med-Fit Medical Weightloss: Angela Tran on Prescribing Education

When She Founded

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2020 21:35


Dr. Angela Tran is the CEO and Founder of MedFit Medical Weight Loss, a weight loss clinic at Denver, CO. MedFit is a medical team carefully selected to help patients safely lose weight through education, fitness training, and medical expertise. Angela is Board-Certified in Internal Medicine and the best-selling author of Fat Girl Funeral: Burying the Thoughts That Keep You Overweight and Building Weight Loss Habits for Life. In 2004, Dr. Tran graduated from the University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Exempla St. Joseph Hospital in Denver, CO, in 2007. Angela joins me today to share her story of transitioning from being a primary care doctor to starting her own business, MedFit Medical Weightloss. She explains how she realized she was not being the kind of doctor she wanted to be and shares the events that led her to the world of weight loss. She discusses the metrics that define “medical fitness” and shares her thoughts on fad diets. She also underscores the importance of continuing education for business owners and highlights the value of finding the right people and business coaches.   “The doctor-patient relationship should be a partnership. Patients who are educated feel empowered to make the proper decisions to treat themselves.” - Dr. Angela Tran     Today on When She Founded:  How Angela pivoted from practicing primary care and internal medicine to being a business owner The steps Angela took to start her business How Medfit Medical Weightloss marries medical practice and fitness Angela’s thoughts on fad diets The importance of stepping out of your comfort zone The value of finding good people who share your vision and mission The role of a patient and why doctors should form a partnership with their patients How Angela uses Facebook for marketing her business The power of having a business coach     Connect with Dr. Angela Tran: MedFit Medical Weight Loss Fat Girl Funeral TRANSformer on Facebook Angela Tran on LinkedIn     Subscribe, Rate & Share Your Favorite Episodes!   Thanks for tuning into today’s episode of When She Founded with your host, Somer Hamrick. If you enjoyed this episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts to subscribe and leave a rating and review.   Don’t forget to visit our website, connect with Somer on LinkedIn, and share your favorite episodes across social media.

That Vet Life
29 - Defining Sustainability, with Jaky Wilson

That Vet Life

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2020 37:22


Jaky Wilson is a third year vet student at Western University of Health Sciences College of Veterinary Medicine. While She aspires to become a marine veterinarian, there is another area of medicine she is equally passionate about. After starting her Instagram account she quickly came to realize the power of connectivity it held as she came to know the diverse groups of individuals within the VETstagram community. Progressing through her degree she discovered her passion for Sustainability. Not just sustainability by way of reducing waste, but on the grander scale of sustainability within the veterinary profession both in materials used and emotional sustainability. Recently, Jaky rebranded her Instagram to become @thesustainablevet . A place where she can share her passion for sustainability through connecting with people. In this episode, I chat with Jaky about her rebrand and ask what her 'why' was in deciding to become The Sustainable Vet. . Want  to know more? You can follow Jaky's blog by clicking HERE!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

Wolfe Admin Podcast
Dr. Terri Gossard - AOA Board of Trustees, Children's Vision in Underserved Communities

Wolfe Admin Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2019 47:24


Terri Gossard, O.D., M.S., was elected to the American Optometric Association (AOA) Board of Trustees at the 122nd Annual AOA Congress & 49th Annual AOSA Conference: Optometry's Meeting® in June 2019.Dr. Gossard is the board liaison to the Ethics and Values Committee, Evidence-Based Optometry Committee, Paraoptometric Resource Center Committee, and the Optometric Extension Program. Her board liaison assignments include affiliate associations in Alaska, Hawaii, Oregon, Washington, University of California Berkeley School of Optometry, Pacific University College of Optometry, Southern California College of Optometry, and Western University of Health Sciences College of Optometry. Dr. Gossard previously chaired the AOA Multidisciplinary Practice Committee and most recently served on the AOA Third Party Executive Committee and the AOA Professional Relations and Health Center Committees.Dr. Gossard is a past president of the Ohio Optometric Association, also serving on the OOA Board and chaired the OOA's Children's Vision Task Force and Legislative Committee. She serves on the executive project team for the OneSight Vision Center at Oyler School. She volunteers for the RealEyes Save Our Sight classroom initiative and serves on the selection committee for the Young Investigator Student Fellowship Awards for Female Scholars in Vision Research as well as Healthy Eyes, Healthy Children. Dr. Gossard was awarded the OOA's Optometrist of the Year in 2017.She is a graduate of the Ohio State University College of Optometry with both her doctorate of optometry and master's degree in physiological optics in 1996. She practiced for 17 years in Cincinnati, Ohio in a multidisciplinary practice and consulted for the Eye Care Provider Network, Primary Eyecare Network, and the Northmark Integrated Eyecare Network.Dr. Gossard lives in Cincinnati with her husband Ted and children Maggie and Will.  She enjoys snow skiing and rooting for her hometown Buckeyes, Bengals, and Reds.

AAEM/RSA Podcasts
Heme/Onc Emergencies

AAEM/RSA Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2018 26:39


In this episode, Sara Bradley, and Molly K. Estes, MD FAAEM, discuss heme/onc emergencies. Sara Bradley is a student at Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and Vice Chair of the RSA Education Committee. Dr. Estes is Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at Loma Linda University.

AAEM/RSA Podcasts
Heme/Onc Emergencies

AAEM/RSA Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2018 26:39


Presented by Sara Bradley, student at Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and Vice Chair of the RSA Education Committee, and Molly K. Estes, MD FAAEM, Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at Loma Linda University. Intro music by Akashic Records, Key to Success - Discover the Possibility from the album Corporate Presentation - Key to Success, powered by JAMENDO.

Healthy Births, Happy Babies
033: How to Have an Amazing Hospital Birth | Dr. Capetanakis

Healthy Births, Happy Babies

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2016 31:59


Guests: Dr. Nikolas Capetanakis In this episode, we will cover: the list of things Dr. Cap wants each of his patients to do before they go into labor - it's not what you think how Dr. Cap helps create a "Golden Hour" after birth for mommy, daddy and baby to bond together what the #1 thing Dr. Cap has seen that helps ensure a woman has an amazing hospital birth Resources mentioned in the conversation: www.CapWellnessCenter.com A list of all the birth classes offered: Cap Wellness Center Classes A library of informational videos about pregnancy and birth: Cap Wellness YouTube Channel About Dr. Capetanakis: Dr. Capetanakis is Board Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the owner/founder of the Cap Wellness Center. He received his medical degree from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific so Along with all the requirements of an MD, Dr. Capetanakis has trained in the art of osteopathic manipulative medicine. He serves as the Vice Chair of the Obstetrical and Gynecological Department at Scripps Memorial Hospital, Encinitas and is a member of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. When not working, Dr. Cap enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife Angie and their three young children. He is an avid cyclist and has performed in numerous triathlons and bike rides. He also enjoys camping, hiking, soccer and traveling.  

Healthy Births, Happy Babies
006: How to Prepare for a Successful VBAC | Dr. Capetanakis & Care Messer

Healthy Births, Happy Babies

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2015 27:17


Guests: Dr. Capetanakis and Care Messer In this episode, we will cover: 1) The history of C-Section and why it has become so prevalent in the US today. 2) What are the real risks and dangers a woman must consider when trying for a VBAC or Vaginal Birth After Cesarean. 3) What Dr. Cap and Care believe a woman must do in order to prepare herself for a VBAC and be successful in labor and delivery. 4) A list of resources to get more information about VBAC. Resources mentioned in the conversation: ●      www.CapWellnessCenter.com ●      A list of all the birth classes offered: Cap Wellness Center Classes ●      A library of informational videos about pregnancy and birth: Cap Wellness YouTube Channel Bios: Full Bios can be read here Dr. Capetanakis is Board Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the owner/founder of the Cap Wellness Center. He received his medical degree from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific so Along with all the requirements of an MD, Dr. Capetanakis has trained in the art of osteopathic manipulative medicine. He serves as the Vice Chair of the Obstetrical and Gynecological Department at Scripps Memorial Hospital, Encinitas and is a member of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. When not working, Dr. Cap enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife Angie and their three young children. He is an avid cyclist and has performed in numerous triathlons and bike rides. He also enjoys camping, hiking, soccer and traveling. Care Messer is a founder of the Cap Wellness Center as well as the owner/founder of the Birth Education Center and San Diego HypnoBirthing. She became a doula under the instruction of Gerri Ryan through DONA, went on to become certified in HypnoBirthing and has taught HypnoBirthing since 2009. She is a Certified Hypnotherapist through NATH and is also a Certified Placenta Encapsulationist. She trained with ICEA to become certified as an international educator and trained with Cappa to be a Postpartum Doula. Care has taught Natural Birth Training to student nurses at SDSU and holds a board position with The Nizhoni Institute of Midwifery, and until recently, she served as Vice President of the San Diego Birth Network. Care is also the mother of two girls and two Pomeranians.

Healthy Births, Happy Babies
000: Why We Do What We Do For Pregnancy & Birth | Dr. Cap & Care Messer

Healthy Births, Happy Babies

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2015 25:07


Guests: Dr. Capetanakis and Care Messer In this episode, we will cover: 1)    How Dr. Cap & Care came together to create the Cap Wellness Center 2)    Why they believe integrating alternative healthcare services makes for healthier pregnancies 3)    Why educating pregnant women translates to safer, more natural, more powerful births  Resources mentioned in the conversation: ●      www.CapWellnessCenter.com ●      A list of all the birth classes offered: Cap Wellness Center Classes ●      A library of informational videos about pregnancy and birth: Cap Wellness YouTube Channel Bios: Full Bios can be read here Dr. Capetanakis is Board Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the owner/founder of the Cap Wellness Center. He received his medical degree from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific so Along with all the requirements of an MD, Dr. Capetanakis has trained in the art of osteopathic manipulative medicine. He serves as the Vice Chair of the Obstetrical and Gynecological Department at Scripps Memorial Hospital, Encinitas and is a member of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. When not working, Dr. Cap enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife Angie and their three young children. He is an avid cyclist and has performed in numerous triathlons and bike rides. He also enjoys camping, hiking, soccer and traveling. Care Messer is a founder of the Cap Wellness Center as well as the owner/founder of the Birth Education Center and San Diego HypnoBirthing. She became a doula under the instruction of Gerri Ryan through DONA, went on to become certified in HypnoBirthing and has taught HypnoBirthing since 2009. She is a Certified Hypnotherapist through NATH and is also a Certified Placenta Encapsulationist. She trained with ICEA to become certified as an international educator and trained with Cappa to be a Postpartum Doula. Care has taught Natural Birth Training to student nurses at SDSU and holds a board position with The Nizhoni Institute of Midwifery, and until recently, she served as Vice President of the San Diego Birth Network. Care is also the mother of two girls and two Pomeranians.

Healthy Births, Happy Babies
001: The Importance of Birth Education | Dr. Cap & Care Messer

Healthy Births, Happy Babies

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2015 16:59


Guests: Dr. Capetanakis and Care Messer  In this episode, we will cover: 1)    How Dr. Cap can tell if a woman has taken birth education classes before delivery or not 2)    What classes are the best to take and when 3)    Why a pregnant woman who has been educated about birth has safer, more natural, more powerful births  Resources mentioned in the conversation: ●      www.CapWellnessCenter.com ●      A list of all the birth classes offered: Cap Wellness Center Classes ●      A library of informational videos about pregnancy and birth: Cap Wellness YouTube Channel  Bios: Full Bios can be read here  Dr. Capetanakis is Board Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the owner/founder of the Cap Wellness Center.    He received his medical degree from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific so Along with all the requirements of an MD, Dr. Capetanakis has trained in the art of osteopathic manipulative medicine. He serves as the Vice Chair of the Obstetrical and Gynecological Department at Scripps Memorial Hospital, Encinitas and is a member of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. When not working, Dr. Cap enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife Angie and their three young children. He is an avid cyclist and has performed in numerous triathlons and bike rides. He also enjoys camping, hiking, soccer and traveling  Care Messer is a founder of the Cap Wellness Center as well as the owner/founder of the Birth Education Center and San Diego HypnoBirthing. She became a doula under the instruction of Gerri Ryan through DONA, went on to become certified in HypnoBirthing and has taught HypnoBirthing since 2009. She is a Certified Hypnotherapist through NATH and is also a Certified Placenta Encapsulationist. She trained with ICEA to become certified as an international educator and trained with Cappa to be a Postpartum Doula. Care has taught Natural Birth Training to student nurses at SDSU and holds a board position with The Nizhoni Institute of Midwifery, and until recently, she served as Vice President of the San Diego Birth Network. Care is also the mother of two girls and two Pomeranians.

MicrobeWorld Video HD
MWV Episode 46 - One Health and the Lessons Learned from the 1999 West Nile Virus Outbreak

MicrobeWorld Video HD

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2011 7:45


In episode 46 of MicrobeWorld Video, filmed at the American Association for the Advancement of Science Meeting in Washington, D.C., Dr. Stan Maloy talks with Tracey McNamara, professor of pathology at Western University of Health Sciences College of Veterinary Medicine, about her role as the head pathologist at the Bronx Zoo during the 1999 West Nile virus outbreak in New York City. As several local residents were hospitalized with encephalitis of unknown origin, many crows and exotic zoo birds were dying off. It was determined that the patients had St. Louis encephalitis (SLE) which is transmitted to humans by mosquitoes that got the virus from infected birds. However, birds with SLE do not get sick and a possible connection between the dying crows and human cases was dismissed by many experts. McNamara suspected there was more to this story because of the large number of birds that were also contracting encephalitis and struggled to make her voice and preliminary research heard that suggested a new disease may be emerging in North America. It wasn't until she connected with researchers at the US Army Medical Research Institute in Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID) in Ft. Detrick, Maryland, who quickly confirmed that the virus that was killing the crows and her birds at the Bronx Zoo was West Nile virus, a disease endemic to Africa and parts of Europe that also infects people. McNamara's experience has made her a champion of One Health – "a call to action for collaboration and cooperation among health science professions, academic institutions, governmental agencies, non-governmental organizations, and industries towards improved assessment, treatment, and prevention of and mutually prevalent, but non-transmitted, human and animal diseases and medical conditions." Don't miss an episode of MicrobeWorld Video. Subscribe for free using iTunes or help support our work by purchasing the MicrobeWorld podcast application for iPhone and Android devices in the iTunes or Android app stores.

MicrobeWorld Video (audio only)
MWV Episode 46 - One Health and the Lessons Learned from the 1999 West Nile Virus Outbreak

MicrobeWorld Video (audio only)

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2011 8:03


In episode 46 of MicrobeWorld Video, filmed at the American Association for the Advancement of Science Meeting in Washington, D.C., Dr. Stan Maloy talks with Tracey McNamara, professor of pathology at Western University of Health Sciences College of Veterinary Medicine, about her role as the head pathologist at the Bronx Zoo during the 1999 West Nile virus outbreak in New York City. As several local residents were hospitalized with encephalitis of unknown origin, many crows and exotic zoo birds were dying off. It was determined that the patients had St. Louis encephalitis (SLE) which is transmitted to humans by mosquitoes that got the virus from infected birds. However, birds with SLE do not get sick and a possible connection between the dying crows and human cases was dismissed by many experts. McNamara suspected there was more to this story because of the large number of birds that were also contracting encephalitis and struggled to make her voice and preliminary research heard that suggested a new disease may be emerging in North America. It wasn't until she connected with researchers at the US Army Medical Research Institute in Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID) in Ft. Detrick, Maryland, who quickly confirmed that the virus that was killing the crows and her birds at the Bronx Zoo was West Nile virus, a disease endemic to Africa and parts of Europe that also infects people. McNamara's experience has made her a champion of One Health – "a call to action for collaboration and cooperation among health science professions, academic institutions, governmental agencies, non-governmental organizations, and industries towards improved assessment, treatment, and prevention of cross-species disease transmission and mutually prevalent, but non-transmitted, human and animal diseases and medical conditions."

MicrobeWorld Video
MWV Episode 46 - One Health and the Lessons Learned from the 1999 West Nile Virus Outbreak

MicrobeWorld Video

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2011 7:45


In episode 46 of MicrobeWorld Video, filmed at the American Association for the Advancement of Science Meeting in Washington, D.C., Dr. Stan Maloy talks with Tracey McNamara, professor of pathology at Western University of Health Sciences College of Veterinary Medicine, about her role as the head pathologist at the Bronx Zoo during the 1999 West Nile virus outbreak in New York City. As several local residents were hospitalized with encephalitis of unknown origin, many crows and exotic zoo birds were dying off. It was determined that the patients had St. Louis encephalitis (SLE) which is transmitted to humans by mosquitoes that got the virus from infected birds. However, birds with SLE do not get sick and a possible connection between the dying crows and human cases was dismissed by many experts. McNamara suspected there was more to this story because of the large number of birds that were also contracting encephalitis and struggled to make her voice and preliminary research heard that suggested a new disease may be emerging in North America. It wasn't until she connected with researchers at the US Army Medical Research Institute in Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID) in Ft. Detrick, Maryland, who quickly confirmed that the virus that was killing the crows and her birds at the Bronx Zoo was West Nile virus, a disease endemic to Africa and parts of Europe that also infects people. McNamara's experience has made her a champion of One Health – "a call to action for collaboration and cooperation among health science professions, academic institutions, governmental agencies, non-governmental organizations, and industries towards improved assessment, treatment, and prevention of and mutually prevalent, but non-transmitted, human and animal diseases and medical conditions." Don't miss an episode of MicrobeWorld Video. Subscribe for free using iTunes or help support our work by purchasing the MicrobeWorld podcast application for iPhone and Android devices in the iTunes or Android app stores.