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How is AI shaping the future of medicine and education? Join us as we sit down with the father of virtual assistants, Kevin Surace, to explore how generative AI is revolutionizing medical education and practice.
Don’t miss this insightful discussion on how students and professionals can leverage AI for greater efficiency and success!
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From Canada to the Caribbean to the U.S., Dr. Sanket Chaudhari’s journey to becoming an MD is anything but ordinary. In this episode of Med School Minutes, hear how he navigated cultural shifts, career pivots, and the realities of med school life at St. James. From his work as a student counselor to tips on excelling as an international medical student, Dr. Sanket shares real insights and practical advice for those considering the same path.
Watch now to see what it really takes to succeed in med school!
0:00 - Intro to Med School Minutes with Dr. Sanket
1:03 - Dr. Sanket’s Journey from Canada to Medicine
5:40 - Transitioning from Sales to Med School
10:18 - First Impressions of St. Vincent
15:09 - Adjusting to Life on the Island
20:35 - Unique Experiences: Living in 5 Countries
29:22 - The Med School Experience at SJSM
38:10 - Insights as a Student Counselor
45:15 - Final Thoughts & Advice for Aspiring Doctors
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Curious about what it takes to land a residency spot? In this episode of Med School Minutes, Dr. Raeleigh Payanes and Dr. James Kruer share insider tips on family and internal medicine programs launching in 2025. Whether you're an IMG, considering fellowship, or perfecting your application, this episode is a must-watch. Tune in for exclusive advice straight from the experts!
0:00 - Introduction to Med School Minutes
1:06 - Meet the Hosts and Guests
1:22 - New Residency Programs Overview
4:22 - The Growing Need for Doctors in California
6:00 - Affordable Living in Modesto
10:00 - Pathways to Competitive Fellowships
13:42 - Family Medicine and OB-GYN Opportunities
18:00 - Application Process and Tips
33:03 - Writing a Great Personal Statement
39:46 - Virtual vs. In-Person Interviews
47:03 - International Medical Graduates and J1 Visas
55:12 - Final Thoughts and Conclusion
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From navigating the red tape in the U.S. to tackling patient shortages in Canada, Dr. Ivan Escudero’s journey is a crash course in healthcare extremes.
Ever wondered what it’s like balancing two systems? Dive into his story, where every decision could mean the difference between life-saving care and waiting lists. Get a unique behind-the-scenes look at the real-life struggles and triumphs that shaped his career across borders.
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Welcome to another episode of the Med School Minutes podcast, brought to you by Saint James School of Medicine. In this episode, we celebrate the 25th anniversary of our school with a special guest, Dr. Kallol Guha, the founder of Saint James School of Medicine. Join us as we delve into the history of Caribbean medical schools, the challenges faced, and the vision for the future of medical education.
0:00 - Introduction
0:36 - Guest Introduction: Dr. Kallol Guha
1:08 - Founding Saint James School of Medicine
3:00 - Early Career and Ross University
4:29 - Student Demographics and Quality
6:43 - Accreditation Challenges
10:10 - Improving Clinical Rotations
12:01 - Evolution of Caribbean Medical Schools
14:10 - Establishing SEBA School of Medicine
17:02 - Accreditation Efforts and Marketing Strategies
23:02 - Expanding Saint James to Anguilla and St. Vincent
30:30 - Milestones and Evolution of Saint James
38:00 - Financial Views and Sustainability
44:20 - Challenges and Lessons Learned
49:50 - Appreciation and Closing Remarks
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Welcome to another episode of the Med School Minutes podcast by Saint James School of Medicine! In this episode, the host Kashik Guha sits down with Ethan Nkana, a specialist in physician contract negotiations, to uncover the secrets to maximizing doctor salaries. Ethan, the founder of Rocky Mountain Physician Agency, shares invaluable insights into the disparities in physician compensation, particularly affecting women and minority doctors.
Learn how Ethan helps rookie and seasoned physicians negotiate better contracts, achieve fair pay, and gain more time with their families and patients. Discover the importance of having multiple job offers and how doctors can use this leverage to secure better deals.
0:00 - Introduction to Med School Minutes
0:35 - Welcoming Ethan Nkana
1:20 - Overview of Physician Contract Negotiation
2:45 - Ethan's Background and Inspiration
3:50 - The Role of a Physician Agent
5:10 - Addressing Misconceptions About Doctor Salaries
7:00 - The Business of Medicine
9:30 - The Importance of Fair Pay for Doctors
11:15 - Ethan's Journey in Hospital Administration
13:00 - Founding Rocky Mountain Physician Agency
15:00 - How Doctors Can Benefit from Contract Negotiations
17:10 - The Power of Multiple Job Offers
19:00 - Helping Rookie Doctors Navigate Job Offers
21:15 - Addressing Salary Inequality Among Physicians
23:20 - Understanding the Market Value for Doctors
26:00 - Strategies for Negotiating Better Contracts
29:45 - Ethan's Unique Approach to Doctor Advocacy
32:30 - The Impact of Fair Compensation on Doctor Well-being
35:00 - Closing Remarks and Contact Information
36:00 - Conclusion and Call to Action
#PhysicianSalary #DoctorPay #MedicalCareer #ContractNegotiation #MedSchoolMinutes #SaintJamesSchoolOfMedicine #PhysicianCompensation #MedicalPodcast #HealthcareIndustry #EthanNkana #RockyMountainPhysicianAgency #MedicalStudents #ResidencyAdvice #HealthcareEquity #DoctorLife #MedicalEducation #NegotiationTips #HealthcareProfessionals #IMGDoctors #CareerAdvice -
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Welcome to another episode of the Med School Minutes Podcast. Get ready for an incredible episode of the Med School Minutes podcast with Dr. Yaya Besong! She's breaking barriers in medicine, sharing her journey from tough times to triumph. Hear how she tackled personal setbacks, weathered storms, and even a pandemic, all while pursuing her dream. Dr. Besong's story is all about family support, resilience, and making it through with a little help from St James School of Medicine. Tune in for an inspiring dose of real-life med school magic.
0:00- Intro
0:38- Dr. Besong’s Journey to Medical School
2:29- Overcoming Adversity
3:46- Achievements and Residency Match
5:01- Advice on Residency Applications
7:36- Dr. Besong’s Approach to Personal Statements and Interviews
11:12- Support Systems and Mentoring
15:01- Personal Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic
18:53- Choosing a Residency Program
22:37- Utilizing School Resources and Building Confidence
26:01- Coping with Challenges and Building Resilience
32:36- Looking Ahead and Giving Back
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Welcome to another episode of the Med School Minutes podcast. Today, our host, Kaushik Guha, welcomed an SJSM Alumni, and the owner of USMLEtrainings.com, Dr. Stavros Vouyiouklis. Dr. Stavors is an expert on the USMLE prep for medical students and in this episode he offers several great insights on how to successfully prepare for the exams. Additionally, Dr. Stavros tells us why he chose to pursue teaching and how he views the work-life balance of an average physician.
Check out Dr. Stavors' review program: https://usmletrainings.com/
SJSM just launched a new website: https://sjsm.org/
0:00- Intro
3:21- Career Options with an MD
11:35- Decision to teach
15:10- Physican vs Entrepenuer
23:31- USMLE Step 1
25:33- Changes to the USMLE
32:30- Time off after NBME
36:40- Subject vs System Based
39:15- NBME Requirement
45:53- Step 2 Changes
51:50- Physician lifestyle
1:02:30- About USMLEtrainings.com
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Get ready to celebrate Match Day with Dr. Pablo Siriruca, a recent graduate and soon-to-be former USMLE counselor! Still buzzing from his residency placement, Dr. Siriruca will discuss his journey to becoming a doctor and the strategies that helped him achieve Match Day success.
In this episode, you'll embark on a deep dive with Dr. Siriruca as he shares his personal story – what fueled his passion for medicine and his steps to turn his dream into reality. He'll also highlight the winning strategies that secured him the desired residency, offering invaluable advice for future applicants.
Whether you're just starting your medical school adventure or anxiously awaiting your own Match Day, this episode is packed with practical tips and inspiring insights straight from a recent participant. Gain the edge you need to navigate the Match process and celebrate your Match Day victory!
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Welcome to another episode of the Med School Minutes podcast. As we celebrate the Black History Month, we invited Dr. Crystal Richardson, one of SJSM's most successful alumni, to share her story about things that made her successful in our MD program. Dr. Richardson also shared her views on the disproportion of the African American doctors in the United States and offers suggestions on how schools, and the education system in general can improve to attract more African-American doctors.
0:00- Intro
5:55- About Dr. Richardson
11:18- Naysayers about careers in surgery
12:55- Disadvantages of being an IMG
17:00- Can Equality happen?
20:39- On having a mentor
23:20- Career in Surgery
26:00- Are systemic changes possible?
31:40- Making a difference in African-American Community
38:30- Outro
#caribbeanmedschool #medstudent #caribbeanmedicalstudent #sjsm #medicalschool #medschool #indianmedicalstudent #residency #residencymatch #surgerysimulator #surgerysuccess
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In this episode of the Med School Minutes podcast, we welcome a very special guest- Mr. Om Shah, an SJSM student from India, who has joined the school's 5-year MD program. Our guest will offer his insights into why he chose SJSM for his medical education and why he found Caribbean school to have advantages over studying medicine in India.
0:00- Intro
3:44- Options for studying medicine in Europe
9:25- First impressions of SJSM
12:50- Caribbean temperament
21:23- Comparing St. Vincent and India
27:46- How do you adjust to the transition
31:27- Career Goals
42:19- Caribbean advantage over India
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Welcome to another episode of the Med School Minutes Podcast. In this episode, we discuss the best options for Canadian students to obtain residency in Canada and the United States. One of our guests, Dr. Sareen, talks about her experience as a Canadian during the Match process and how she secured 24 residency interviews this year. Another guest, Fearghus Macdonald, gives his point of view on education in SJSM and how he views his future career as a doctor of medicine (either in the United States or Canada).
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0:00- Intro
9:43- Residency in US vs Canada
16:19- Is there a bias against Canadians in the US Match?
21:15- Interview prep for a Canadian student
24:38- When to make a decision?
27:29- Applying in both US and CA systems
30:00- Up against the Steps
56:36- Canadian system
1:07:25- Elective rotations in Canada
1:15:00- Support for residency
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In this Med School Minutes Podcast episode, we welcomed back 4x U.S. Olympian, Ms. Kelley Hurley. After joining SJSM and attending Basic Sciences in our Anguilla campus, Kelley successfully passed the USMLE Step 1. In this episode, she will tell us about her journey in Basic Sciences and give us some insights into the tools and study techniques she used to be successful. Further, she will talk about her future plans and how she plans on accomplishing those.
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In today's Med School Minutes podcast episode, we welcome Dr. Ronnie Archie. Dr. Archie is an emergency medicine physician from Olympia Fields, IL. In this episode, he talks about his experience during medical school and what made him successful. He also discussed why he chose to pursue emergency medicine and why some people consider it a thankless job. Finally, Dr. Archie will discuss his experience with joining fellowships and what benefits it has brought him in his career thus far.
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Welcome to another exciting episode of the Med School Minutes Podcast! In today's episode, we have a special guest, Rahul Rikhy, a current SJSM student, who is currently immersed in his clinical rotations right here in the vibrant city of Chicago.
🩺🎙️ Join us as we delve into Rahul's inspiring journey through medical school, learn about his remarkable research accomplishments, and explore his unique background as a Physical Therapist. You won't want to miss this one! -
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In this episode of the Med School Minutes podcast, we welcome Atemkeng Tazi, a 4th-semester student on our Anguilla campus. Atemkeng shared with us her experience of life on the island of Anguilla, as well as her ability to manage her medical school studies with her successful career as a social media influencer. She also offers some great advice and insights to students who are just thinking about joining a medical school in the Caribbean.
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In this 2-PART episode of the Med School Minutes podcast, we welcomed back a familiar face, Dr. Saad Hanan, who is now a Family Practice Resident at LSU. Dr. Hanan gave us some amazing insights into the days preceding the start of the residency program, as well as some first-hand experience of a first-year resident.
The second part was dedicated to a discussion surrounding the life of a first-year resident. Dr. Hanan gave us some amazing insights into the expectations of attendees from the residents and some of the mechanisms he employed to manage the workload.
This 2-part series is a MUST-WATCH for anyone who is looking to start their residency but is not sure what the expectations are.
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00:00- Introduction
00:10- Starting Residency
4:51- First Day Jitters
22:50- Impression of Medical Field Over the Years
35:02- Long Hours
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In this 2-PART series of the Med School Minutes podcast, we welcomed back a familiar face, Dr. Saad Hanan, who is now a Family Practice Resident at LSU. Dr. Hanan gave us some amazing insights into the days preceding the start of the residency program, as well as some first-hand experience of a first-year resident.
The first part was dedicated to discussions surrounding the pre-residency preparation as well as all documentation needed to start the residency program.
This 2-part series is a MUST-WATCH for anyone who is looking to start their residency but is not sure what the expectations are.
#residency #residencymatch #residencyprogram #resident #physician
00:00- Intro
2:55- Post Match
9:58- First Interaction with the Program Director
14:20- Sponsoring Canadians
24:20- Obtaining Paperwork from Canada
31:00- Advice to students who need J1 Visa -
Welcome to another episode of the Med School Minutes Podcast. Today, we will interview the Program Director and the decision makers of the Family Practice Residency Program in Arnot Health from New York.
We will discuss the type of applicants Arnot Health is looking for, the method of screening out candidates, things to do to make your application stand out, and SOOO much more. This is a MUST-WATCH episode for any medical student who is about to embark on a residency application journey.
GUESTS:
Timothy Baxter, MD (Program Director)
Lindsey Wright (Program Coordinator)
Roland Zhang (Chief Resident, SJSM Alumni)
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0:00- Intro
4:25- Difference between primary care and GME world
8:31- Dealing with students vs patients
10:10- Role of Chief Resident
11:45- Acceptance Process
16:38- How to make Program Director's life easier
20:26- First Applicant Screening
33:36- Role of Chief Resident in the Acceptance Process
35:33- Red Flags
39:29- Green Flags
42:20- Has USMLE Step 1 changes impacted selection process?
44:45- Interview Myths
45:29- On Residency application third party services
48:55- Final Advice
53:12- Outro
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Welcome to another episode of the Med School Minutes podcast. Today, we will talk about the differences between the Caribbean medical school vs U.S. medical school. Many U.S. and Canadian students often wonder whether the Caribbean is a good choice for medical education and in this episode we talk about some of the stigma as well as benefits of choosing the Caribbean over U.S. or Canadian medical school.
Host: Mr. Kaushik Guha- Executive Vice President- SJSM
Guests:
Dr. Youssef Majed-
Dr. Deena Mohammed- Clerkship Director- SJSM
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