Ep #178: Let’s Discuss Racism

Ep #178: Let’s Discuss Racism

In recent weeks, we have seen tragedies across America spark up protests against police brutality, bringing to light the deep-rooted racism the people of our country face every day. Although I am not an expert in this area, this is something I think we should all be...
Conversations About Racism in Medicine, Part 4

Conversations About Racism in Medicine, Part 4

During her college career, Angela realized the first thing people noticed about her was that she was black. Not that she was in medical school—not even that she was a woman. Simply that she was black. Today Angela joins me to discuss her experience with racism...
Conversations About Racism in Medicine, Part 3

Conversations About Racism in Medicine, Part 3

The consciousness of racism is something many develop over time if they have grown up in a country where it is not as prevalent. This is exactly the realization Melanie went through when she moved to the United States to start her medical degree. Today Melanie joins...
Conversations About Racism in Medicine, Part 2

Conversations About Racism in Medicine, Part 2

It’s a journey, not a destination. This is a phrase today’s guest, Nicole, often told herself as she worked her way through medical school as a minority, focusing only on moving forward toward her dreams. In this episode, Nicole joins me to have a conversation about...
Conversations About Racism in Medicine, Part 1

Conversations About Racism in Medicine, Part 1

As you are probably aware, there is currently a lot of discussion about race and racism within America. With all of this going on, I wanted to find a way to use this platform to further this movement. So this week, I will be sharing conversations I am having with...