Medicine In Color
By Alicia M. Williams
Medicine In ColorApr 17, 2020
Turing No Into Yes - Tosin Seriki, DDS, MPH
Tosin Seriki, DDS is a General Dentist in the Dallas, TX area. She is Nigerian born and Dallas, TX raised! Dr. Seriki earned a BA in Biology from University of Missouri-Columbia, a Master of Public Health with a concentration in Health Management & Policy at Drexel University, and a certificate in Neuroscience at the University of Texas-Dallas. In 2018 she earned her Doctorate in Dental Surgery at Texas A&M (Baylor) College of Dentistry. Dr Seriki’s career interests include Women's Health, Global Oral Health, Health Information Dissemination, Beauty & Wellness, Life & Style! Outside of work she enjoys cooking and hosting friends and exploring new sites for adventures domestically and internationally!
You can connect with Dr. Seriki @a.double.dose on IG for questions/inquiries and contact her at @toe_sted for life & style info! Be on the lookout for new information regarding what she’s up to next!
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Passion Into Purpose - Mikal Hicks-Black, DO
This week I'm excited to share my conversation with one of the best clinicians I've had the joy of spending time with. Dr. Mikal Hicks-Black is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist located in metropolitan Philadelphia. As a lead clinician, Dr. Hicks-Black covers various inpatient units within the hospital where she manages patients from diverse backgrounds with intricate trauma narratives and complex psychopathology. She genuinely feels she turned her purpose into passion, and feels blessed to work in communion with the families and children that walk her units.
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Email: MedicineInColor@gmail.com
Courageous Conversations - Jasmin Harpe, MD, MPH
This week's episode features a brilliant sister who courageously shared her residency experience in a widely publicized opEd on Medium.
Dr. Jasmin Marie Harpe was born on the East Coast, graduated from high school in California, and came back East for college. She has a bachelor’s degree in neuroscience from Johns Hopkins University, earned a master’s in public health at Yale, and attended Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City. Dr. Harpe stayed at Weill Cornell Medicine to complete her residency at the NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. She combined her passion for neurology, public health advocacy, and research during residency by exploring the relationship between fertility treatment and headaches and has continued investigating this topic during her fellowship. She is currently a Clinical Fellow in Headache Medicine for the 2021-2022 academic year, and is also a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Connect with Dr. Harpe:
- Instagram: @The_Headache_MD
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- Instagram, Twitter and Facebook: @MedicineInColor
Sky Is The Limit - Brian Nwannunu, MD, MS
Season three is here, and we're kicking it off with a brother who is the future of orthopaedic surgery!
Dr. Nwannunu is a board-eligible orthopedic surgeon with expertise in sports medicine and joint reconstruction. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Biology at Morehouse College, his master’s degree in Physiology at Georgetown University in Washington, DC, and completed his medical education at Howard University College of Medicine in Washington, DC, where he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. Dr. Nwannunu completed residency in orthopedic surgery at the John Peter Smith Health Network in Fort Worth, Texas, and fellowship training in adult reconstruction at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. He is a member of multiple medical societies and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. Outside of his work at a surgeon, Brian enjoys traveling, physical fitness, outdoor activities, attending art and music festivals, world news, and reading.
Connect with Dr. Nwannunu
Instagram: @Doctor.Brian
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Mentorship Matters - Alden M. Landry, MD, MPH
This week's episode features Dr. Alden Landry, MD, MPH. Dr. Landry is an Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine and physician at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Assistant Dean for the Office for Diversity Inclusion and Community Partnership, Associate Director and Advisor for William B. Castle Society, and Director of Health Equity Education at Harvard Medical School. He is also the founder and co-director of the non-profit organization Motivating Pathways. Dr. Landry received his Bachelor of Science degree from Prairie View A&M University, his medical degree from the University of Alabama Birmingham School of Medicine and completed his Emergency Medicine residency at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. In 2010, he earned a Master’s in Public Health degree from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and completed the Commonwealth Fund Fellowship in Minority Health Policy at Harvard University.
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Instagram: @MedicineInColor
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Twitter: @MedicineInColor
Email: MedicineInColor@gmail.com
Third Year Hustle!
This week I had the opportunity to chat with some of my fellow 3rd year med students about how they're navigating the ongoing pandemic, social and political unrest and the transition into clinical year all while taking care of academic responsibilities. We also chat about what is bringing them joy, what we're hopeful for going forward and the excitement of finally being in the clinical setting. The third year hustle is real!!
Connect with MIC:
Instagram: @MedicineInColor
Facebook: @MedicineInColor
Twitter: @MedicineInColor
Email: MedicineInColor@gmail.com
Surviving Chaos
In this quick solo episode, I talk about the weight of current climate in our nation and managing board study season, the transition from 2nd year into 3rd year clinical rotations and the importance of intentionality in this season and beyond. I also share an amazing wellness resource specifically for Black women, the CentHERed Collective!
Connect with MIC
Instagram: @MedicineInColor
Facebook: @MedicineInColor
Twitter: @MedicineInColor
Email: MedicineInColor@gmail.com
Connect with The CentHERed Collective:
Website: www.CentHERedCollective.com
Social: @CentHERedCollective (FB and IG)
Secure The Seat - Minda Harts
This week's episode features the amazing Minda Harts. Minda is the CEO of The Memo LLC, a career development platform for women of color. She is the best-selling author of The Memo: What Women of Color Need To Know To Secure A Seat At The Table. Minda is an Assistant Professor at NYU Wagner. She has been featured on MSNBC's Morning Joe, Fast Company, The Guardian, and Time Magazine. Minda frequently speaks at companies like Microsoft, Levi's, Google, and Bloomberg on topics such as Leadership, Managing Diverse Teams and Self-Advocacy. She also hosts a weekly podcast called Secure The Seat.
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Connect with Minda:
Website: www.MindaHarts.com
Social: @MindaHarts
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Turn The Page - Student Doctor Osose Oboh, MPH
This week's episode features Student Doctor Osose Oboh. Osose Oboh was born and raised in the suburbs of Los Angeles, California. She is a 2013 graduate of UCLA and earned her Master of Public Health with an emphasis on Global Health Leadership from the University of Southern California. she finished her program, she continued on to complete a post-baccalaureate program at Charles R. Drew University She is Osose is a current third year at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine with the goal of matching in Internal Medicine and completing a fellowship in Gastroenterology & Hepatology. She is the National President Elect and will be the National President of the SNMA for the 2020-2021 administration. Additionally, she is the new Student Trustee to the Board of Trustees of the National Medical Association. In addition to her medical pursuits, Osose is a professional freelance photographer and has traveled to 41 countries.
Connect with Osose:
Website: www.OsoseOboh.com
Instagram: @ososee
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Email: MedicineInColor@gmail.com
Social Media: @MedicineInColor on all channels!
Faith In Medicine - Jasmine Forte, M.D.
We're back with new episodes!! Welcome to season 2 of Medicine In Color. This episode is the first in a series of episodes centered on Faith In Medicine. The first installment features Dr. Jasmine Forte, M.D. Dr. Forte is a Christian, wife, mother, and child neurologist in Atlanta, Georgia. She specializes in Headache and Concussion and is the Director of Headache Medicine at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Dr. Forte earned a medical degree from Meharry Medical College and attended residency at Emory University.
Books I'm Reading:
- Big Idea Food by Marlena Banks
- The Memo: What Women of Color Need to Know to Secure a Seat at the Table by Minda Harts
Contact Dr. Forte:
Instagram: @jassy_jassymd
Contact MIC:
Instagram: @MedicineInColor
Twitter: @MedicineInColor
Facebook: @MedicineInColor
Email: MedicineInColor@gmail.com
31.
The final episode of the year!! I celebrated by 31st birthday this month and wanted to share some things I've been reflecting on as I'm welcoming a new year. I also wanted to express my sincerest sentiments of gratitude to everyone who made this year a success and helped the podcast reach 4000 downloads!!! THANK YOU!!!
If you'll be at the SNMA Region 8 Medical Education Conference on January 18th, be sure to check out the Women In Medicine Fireside Chat. I'll be hosting that session.
Register for RMEC here: https://2020regionviiirmec.splashthat.com/
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Email: MedicineInColor@gmail.com
Instagram: @MedicineInColor
Twitter: @MedicineInColor
Stepping Outside of Your Box - Aleshia C. Edwards, MSN, CRNA
This week's episode features Aleshia C. Edwards a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists, CRNA, practicing at a Level 1 trauma center in Dallas, Texas. After graduating from Savannah State University with her Bachelor of Science in Biology, she realized she no longer wanted to pursue medical school. Instead she earned her Master of Science in Nursing from the Medical College of Georgia. After graduating, she worked in the critical care setting in various hospitals in cities including Atlanta, Houston, and New York. Aleshia is dedicated to mentoring individuals interested in the anesthesia profession, as well as educating the public. Her commitment to mentoring and uplifting others is carried out in part by her involvement with the Ohanu & Allen Foundation, a non-profit organization founded to provide Nurse Anesthesia educational scholarships.
Connect with MIC:
Email: MedicineInColor@gmail.com
Instagram: @MedicineInColor
Twitter: @MedicineInColor
Connect with Aleshia:
Instagram: @acebeauty86
Ohanu & Allen Foundation
Instagram: @oafoundation
Social Justice, Love and Medicine - Student Doctors Shane Hervey and Kelley Butler
This week’s episode features a dynamic couple and amazing leaders in advocacy, Student Doctors Shane Hervey and Kelley Butler. Both California natives, Shane is a 3rd year medical student at Oregon Health and Sciences University and Kelly is between her 3rd and 4th year at the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine.
Kelley most recently completed her Masters of Public Health in Health Policy at the Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health where she lead organizing efforts in juvenile justice reform and prison divestment, presented research on substance use and addiction treatment, completed a fellowship in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, increased civic engagement on campus through the Harvard Votes Campaign and oversaw a workshop series on Imposter Syndrome.
Shane has dedicated himself to supporting underrepresented minority students pursuing careers in medicine as recipient of the President’s Scholarship and fervent advocate within the OHSU Center for Diversity and Inclusion. On campus, he has served in numerous capacities for the Student National Medical Association, has contributed to advocacy and action around gun violence and is currently participating in research surrounding adolescent suicide.
We talked about their passion for social justice, how they maintain their relationship while in medical school, their dog Rosa Barks and what they'd do if they had a pet Elephant.
Connect with MIC:
Email: MedicineInColor@gmail.com
Instagram: @MedicineInColor
Twitter: @MedicineInColor
Turning Awareness Into Action - Monique Gary, DO, MSc, FACS
This episode features Monique Gary, DO, MSc, FACS, a Breast surgical oncologist in the greater Philadelphia area. Dr. Gary is a graduate of Florida A&M University. She earned her medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, completed her surgical internship and residency at the University of Massachusetts and her Breast Surgical Oncology fellowship at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, D.C. In our conversation we chat about her journey through medicine, why she chose her career path, how to go from awareness to action, breast health in Black women and much more!
Connect with MIC:
Email: MedicineInColor@gmail.com
Instagram: @MedicineInColor
Twitter: @MedicineInColor
Connect with Dr. Gary
Instagram: @DrMoniqueGary
Twitter: @DrMoniqueGary
Growth in Discomfort - Oliver H. Richmond III, PhD
This week's episode features Oliver H. Richmond III, PhD. Dr. Richmond, is a proud Morehouse graduate, member of the oldest and coldest, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., and native of Cleveland, OH. In our episode, we talk about his journey to a PhD, plans to enter medical school, the power of mentorship in his life, his challenges along the way and much more.
Also, 2nd year has officially started! New year, new work, new challenges; including board exams. I'll share how I'm feeling about 2nd year now that we're starting week 4.
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Email: MedicineInColor@gmail.com
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Twitter: @MedicineInColor
Practicing Self-Care - Tirrany Thurmond, M.Ed., NCC, LGPC
In this week's episode, I chat with Tirrany Thurmond, M.Ed., NCC, LGPC, about all things wellness including tackling imposter syndrome, practicing self-care, superwoman syndrome and we also receive some practical tips on how to care for ourselves as we prepare for the next stage in our journey.
Contact Tirrany:
IG: @tirranyt
IG:@idaltu_counseling
Facebook: Tirrany Thurmond
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Email: MedicineInColor@gmail.com
Changing The Game: Medicine and Public Health - Adam J. Milam M.D, Ph.D, MPH
Today's episode features Dr. Adam Milam, a 4th year Anesthesiology Resident and Chief Resident in the LA area. Dr. Milam is a proud Baltimore native and has a passion for addressing public health issues that deeply impact his communities. He has turned is passion into power and impact! In our conversation we talk about life as a resident physician, some of his most impactful research, who he is outside of medicine and how likes his reese's peanut butter cups. He has all the degrees and the receipts to match!
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Email: MedicineInColor@gmail.com
Instagram: @MedicineInColor
Contact Dr. Milam:
Instagram: @ajmilammdphd
Family Ties - Joseph H. Williams, Pharm D.
This week's episode features the first brother to grace the podcast, none other than my brother, Dr. Joseph H. Williams, PharmD. Dr. Williams is a proud Morehouse College graduate, currently works as a staff pharmacist in the Memphis,TN area and is the founder of Hillman Health LLC. In this episode we discuss his motivation for pursuing this career, challenges adjusting to Pharmacy school, developing friendships and a personal health issue that forced him to evaluate the importance of self-care.
Contact MIC:
Email: MedicineInColor@gmail.com
Instagram: @MedicineInColor
Connect with Dr. Williams:
Instagram: @JHW67
Lessons Learned From First Year!!
Hey, hey! The podcast is back and in action. After a brief hiatus to finish the academic year strong, I'm back with new episodes each week this summer! This episode is a little different from the normal format, in that it's a solo episode. This week I share updates on what's going on my way and some valuable lessons I learned during the first year. I'll also share what I'm reading, next week's guest and plans for upcoming episodes.
Contact MIC:
Email: MedicineInColor@gmail.com
Instagram: @MedicineInColor
Community Over Competition - Brittany Carter-Fraiser, FNP-BC
Welcome to episode 6!! It's been a couple of weeks since the last episode went live but I'm back with a great conversation. Studying the Cardiovascular system took all of my focus but I'm back! As always, I have to represent the hometown, so this episode features Brittany Carter-Fraiser, FNP-BC. Brittany is a Family Nurse Practitioner in Georgia and proud graduate of Hampton University. In our conversation we talk about self-care, her journey to now, getting lost in our favorite city, trap yoga and much more!!
Are you registered for AMEC 2019 in Philadelphia? Join me for a LIVE show on Friday, April 19th 3-4PM at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown! I look forward to seeing you all there. Check your schedule for more deets. Guest announcement coming soon!
Contact Brittany:
Instagram: @TheEmpoweringNP
Email: TheEmpoweringNP@gmail.com
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AMEC 2019 LIVE SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT!!!
Medicine In Color is coming to AMEC 2019!!
Join me on Friday April 19th at 3PM for a fun, interactive conversation with a live audience and special guests! Final guest announcement coming soon so stay tuned to social media for updates.
Entrepreneurship and Medicine - Shermaine Wilson Cox, DVM
In the final episode in the "Ode to Black Women" series, I chat with Dr. Shermaine Wilson Cox, a practicing small veterinarian in the Atlanta, GA area. Dr. Wilson Cox is a graduate of Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine, a wife, mom, entrepreneur and of course an animal lover! We talk about her decision to pursue a career in Veterinary Medicine, balancing family and work, entrepreneurship, Atlanta traffic and her favorite wine!
Contact Dr. Wilson Cox:
- Instagram: @SankofaMedicalScrubs
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- Instagram: @MedicineInColor
- Email: MedicineInColor@gmail.com
Pushing Past Fear - Student Doctor Adesola Oyewole
In this episode, I got to hang out with my friend, Student Doctor Adesola Oyewole, 3rd yr medical student and Texas native. We talk about her journey to medicine, starting out on one track and switching lanes, guidance from her father, whether she prefers crunchy or smooth peanut butter and what her vision is for the future.
Contact Adesola:
- Instagram: @ade.sola_
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- Instagram: @MedicineInColor
- Email: MedicineInColor@gmail.com
Being Strategic and Serving Others - Student Pharmacist Ashley Shuman
In this episode I chat it up with current PharmD candidate and fellow Savannah, GA native, Ashley Shuman. Ashley is a proud Spelman grad and is in the final stretch of her degree program. We talked about everything from being strategic about how she uses her time in Pharmacy school to roadtripping with Cardi B, and how our hometown influenced who we are now.
Contact Ashley:
- Instagram: @shumanator
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- Instagram: @MedicineInColor
- Email: MedicineInColor@gmail.com
Faith and Perseverance - Tomi Seriki, D.O, MPH
In this episode:
- My uneventful personal progress update
- Interview with Tomi Seriki, D.O, MPH
Contact MIC:
Instagram: @MedicineInColor
Email: MedicineInColor@gmail.com
Contact Dr. Seriki:
Instagram: @sistariki
Beasting In Your Lane - Magdala Chery, D.O, MBS, MPH
In the inaugural episode, I sit down with Dr. Magdala Chery, Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician, to talk about navigating the journey through medicine, finding her voice early on, advocacy, mentorship and so much more!!
Contact MIC:
- Email: medicineincolor@gmail.com
- Instagram and Twitter: @MedicineInColor
Contact Dr. Chery:
- Instagram: @DrMagdalaChery
Trailer: Welome to Medicine In Color!!
In this episode:
- Welcome to listeners
- Host Intro
-Overview of the podcast
-Sneak peak of the upcoming episodes
Contact MIC:
Instagram: @MedicineInColor
Email: MedicineInColor@gmail.com