Melaninwhitecoats's Podcast

On this special edition for Valentine's Day, we have special guests Erica and Isabella, co host on the SNMA presents the Lounge Podcast. We discuss   -how online dating has transformed the dating experience during the pandemic    -what is dating like as a black man in medicine? Do we got options like that?   -thoughts on woman in the professional space potentially generating less dating interest than men   -what is a purpose partner    -are men intimidated by women in the professional space   -the importance of understanding love languages when developing relationships with a significant other   -how social media has helped promote black love Subscribe on iTunes here Subscribe to google podcast here Follow Melaninwhitecoats on IG here Follow Erica Dingle on IG here Follow Isabella here  

On this episode, we discuss what have been our favorite and least favorite experiences on medical school rotations -Lavar talks about what medical school rotations have been like while adapting to the pandemic. Are virtual rotations fun at all?  -is it possible to still fall in love or have a passion for a specific rotation if your preceptor is trash?  -how to deal with conflict in a professional matter  -Aldwin talks about an encounter with a black physician who felt offended when calling him boss  -why being a black physician matters in our communities and that feeling you get when you walk into a room with black patients   -what the death of Dr Susan Moore displays to us as future physicians and the context to which it relates to healthcare for people of color -we discuss getting hollered at by patients or their daughters on rotations and MORE...... Please leave a comment, rate, subscribe!  Subscribe to us on iTunes here Subscribe on google podcast here Follow us on IG here

On this episode with medical student Sotonye Douglas, we discuss -how your voice can implement change in your community and why advocacy matters from your local, state officials and even celebrities whom she has had the privilege of all working with.  -what it means to be educated in the NYC Department of education, the largest education system in the country. Why is there twice the amount of NYPD officers than there are social workers and guidance counselors in the NYC DOE? How does that impact the quality of education in NYC schools?  -how the prison/jail system disproportionately affects the black and latinX population. Do you know that 92 percent of students arrested in NYC schools are either black or latinX yet together they make up only 52 percent of the general population?  -what it was like visiting her mentee at Rikers Island and how that has forever changed her perception of the jail/prison system  -how networking can provide opportunities to improve community relations and resources  And MORE!  Tun

In this new year, the melaninwhitecoats podcast decided to explore a new territory. This podcast episode was done by only one co host.  On this melaninwhitecoats episode,  a discussion is had on  -why YOU should take the vaccine when it is available. The collectivist mindset will see us prevail through the pandemic  - the fauci effect. What does it mean to the medical world that there has been an 18 percent increase in medical school application? Is this renewed interest due to Dr Anthony Fauci alone or other factors?  -why it is important in this new year to engage in frugality. Frugality is synonymous with millionaires. Invest in yourself before you invest in anything else. PAY YOURSELF first!  -my reaction to the recent events in the political arena and how it has and can shape our communities  And more! Tune in! 

On this episode, Dr. Ashley Roxanne Peterson discuses how she dealt with the challenge behind the media backlash of being named the first Black DO rather than the true statement of being the youngest black DO graduate from PCOM-GA and potentially the youngest Black DO graduate ever. She talks about how independence at an early allowed her to flourish and start her medical journey at a younger age than most of her peers. We also talk about the importance of balance during the medical journey and how the medical environment enforces the thought that grades mean everything at the expense of personal development. Not to forget we also speak about issues surrounding black love and its relevance to our culture today. We answer the questions of why media has become her passion and has evolved her ability to connect with people. When they went low, she went medium. She explores how people will hate upon your success but it is key to recognize that this is the price of accomplishment.  Congratulations to our second an

On this episode, Dr. Ekpo, a hair transplant specialist and dermatologist talks about how to maintain healthy hair particularly in communities of color. We dispel some of the myth as it pertains to hair growth and how hair loss is irrevocably connected to your psychological and physical state. We discuss some of the more common dermatologic diseases which affect black people such as CCA ( central centrifugal cicatrical alopecia) and how hair loss can occur from two general processes, scarring vs non-scarring. We answer the question of are relaxers and perming safe? How often do you need to shampoo? Are natural shampoo and hair products better than non-natural hair products? How has hair transplantation become a commonality and the future it holds for hair restoration in the field of dermatology. Tune in for that and more!  Please leave a comment, subscribe and share!  Subscribe to us on Apple Itunes here Subscribe to us on google podcast here Follow us on IG here Connect to Dr Ekpo on IG here Check the I Do

As today is 8/24, Mamba day, it is only right that we celebrate an individual who captivated the world through his grit, determination and relentless work ethic. The numbers 8 and 24 were on one of the most prolific NBA players to have graced the court, Kobe Bryant. Beyond basketball, he was a transcendent who helped to transform his community in a multitude of ways from coaching his daughter's AAU team to writing a screenplay which he won an Oscar for. On this episode, we talk about the impact Kobe had on on the world and in particular on us. We discuss how his death curated an environment for people of all ages, demographics, creeds to come together and recognize the meaning of love and adoration. Nonetheless, we also talk about how his death shifted a narrative about how black men mourn. Is it ok to be emotionally vulnerable and admit your feelings? We discuss how fatherhood was such a important component of his life and how it impacted my guest, Jamal in his own role as a father of two beautiful children.

On this episode, Dr. Chi Ebo, a pediatric resident discusses advice on how to navigate intern year and illustrate the skills of a competent resident. What are the first things you need to do on the first day? How can you make yourself more prepared? She focuses on how residency is an ever evolving process through which individuals explore who they are. We also talk about the feelings of inadequacy as a resident and what are the best things to look for when applying to residency programs. She offers tips on how to successfully apply and how her untraditional journey brought her to the pediatric wards.  She also offers resources/tips  which can help with child rearing during this pandemic.We talk about about how she is moving forward with motivating minorities into medicine with the organization NEXTGEN pediatrics. For those who need a source of inspiration, Dr. Chi is transparent with her journey and a terrific representative of perseverance.  Please make sure to like, subscribe and leave a comment! Subscribe

On this episode of the Melaninwhitecoats Podcast, Dr Triggs discusses his journey toward his passions of plastic surgery. He dispels the myth that plastic surgery is only aesthetics and talks about the multi encompassing fields of plastic surgery. Nonetheless, he includes how he navigated trailblazing the field of plastic surgery as the first BLACK chief resident of plastic surgery at USF ( University of South Florida). We also discuss how the standards of beauty by the media has affected plastic surgery as a field and how his decisions to create a foundation for his future led to him working in an underserved area in rural ohio. This episode we talk about the fact that you can get the bag in the most unanticipated ways as a physician. TUNE IN!  Please leave a comment, subscribe and show love! Subscribe to Itunes here Subscribe to Google Podcast here Check us on IG here Follow Dr. Triggs here

On this episode of the Melaninwhitecoats Podcast, Dr. Jennifer Davis, who is a pediatrician and adolescent medicine specialist who has been working with children and adolescents in the South Bronx for the past 10 years and our other guest Dr. Kat Ogle, who is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician, currently practicing at The George Washington University Hospital, Washington VA Medical Center and United Medical Center in Washington, DC  both discuss their views on the importance of physician advocacy work. They discuss how their specific experiences called for them to educate not only themselves but others about micro aggressions, institutional racism and the biases that come with being in a medical culture. They also elaborate on some of the experiences women in medicine face and how to potentially circumvent such instances into positive outcomes. Last, they discuss how empowerment has helped galvanized them toward success in their respective fields and share the importance of the movement of the Chr

On this episode of Melaninwhitecoats podcast, Fourth Year Medical Student, Victoria Humphrey talks about how pageantry changed her life. How the skills she learned from such a unique perspective gave her an insight into success in medical school. She talks about the importance of engaging the future and giving back the tools of success to those who will follow. Nonetheless, she even mentions the challenges which she traversed as a former pageant queen and as well as within medical school. Tune in! Be sure to like, comment and subscribe and show us some LOVE! Listen here on Apple Podcast Check us on Googlepodcast here Follow us on IG here Follow Medical Student Victoria Humphrey here  

On episode 28 of the Melaninwhitecoats Podcast, recently minted Dr. Nwumeh aka Nelson discusses his personal journey of health and wellness. As a former personal trainer, he talks about the importance of transforming your health and undergoing a journey that is best for your life. Nelson chronicles some important lessons he has experienced through his medical school journey and how he has balanced successful endeavors while having so many obligations. We discuss what life is like as a black man in America despite having the facade of protection in wearing a white coat. He offers tools to be successful in applying to residency and elaborates on his vision for making change in underserved communities  Please subscribe on Itunes here Please subscribe here to googlepodcast Follow us on Instagram here Follow Nelson on IG here Check out the black kid white coats channel here

On this episode, the boys talk about the state of affairs in America today. We discuss our feelings and thoughts regarding the recent wave of protest and rioting. Are people valid to engage in whatever way shape or form to release their emotions and feelings about America today? How can we improve as a community and what we want to accomplish? Our perceptions of being a black man in a white coat is somewhat variable but also somewhat similar . We talk to some experiences we have had as a professionals and how these systemic transgression can ultimately affect our wellbeing long term.  Transparency at its finest! TUNE IN! This episode was recorded on Saturday May 31 2020. Bear in mind the things stated and discussed are several days before the publishing of this episode.  Thank you! Please check us on Itunes here Please check us on googlepodcast here Follow us on Instagram here

On episode 26 of the melaninwhitecoats podcast, we have a special guest, Dr Ramsey an adolescent fellow at Children’s National Hospital in Washington D.C talk about the realities of adolescent medicine and mental health during the pandemic. She enlightens us about some particular experiences which affects the adolescent population and contributes what are ways to combat some mental health issues. She also talks about mental health disparities which affect adolescents around the globe and what spurred her interest into such. She displays her passions for a unique subset within pediatrics and the importance of highlighting the difficulties they face. Not only does she discuss her concerns about the patients she sees daily but she also discusses her concerns about physician mental health during the pandemics and importance of accessing resources as a healthcare professional. Please subscribe to Itunes Podcast here Please subscribe to Googlepodcast here Follow us on IG here Follow Dr Ramsey here Check her blog

On this 25th episode of the Melaninwhitecoats podcast, we interview Tiana Woolridge, daughter of the late Orlando Woolridge, former NBA star for the LA Lakers. Tiana discusses her childhood experience  and the influence her mother and father instilled in her at a young age. She also is transparent about how the death of her father affected her and the wisdom he imparted on her. Despite her resilience, she reveals her bout of depression, dealing with a horrific injury while playing division 1 collegiate volleyball and the importance of utilizing the resources that are available to you when in a challenging situation. Tiana also discusses her work in the community as an advocate for the pediatric population and her passion for serving the underserved. She also talks about the revelation she made while taking her gap year to pursue an MPH and how she anticipates using the degree to further her future endeavors. Please subscribe here on Itunes Please subscribe here on Googleplay Follow us on Instagram here! Fol

Join us on this episode as we discuss COVID 19 and its impact on our personal lives. We discuss how we are adapting as professional medical students and pharmacist. What we anticipate moving forward and dispel some rumors about the virus. We lay down the realities of the situation through the lens of our experience. We also discuss how we think the virus can ultimately be subdued! Check out this jampack episode!  Please subscribe to Itunes here Please subscribe to googleplay here

On this episode of the Melaninwhitecoats Podcast, we have Dr. White, a Pediatric Hospitalist in the metro Atlanta area, discussing her transition from blogging to being a main contributor to CNN on COVID-19. Dr. White is creator, editor and writer of the award winning blog, The Sophisticated lifestyle blog. In 2020, Dr. White is also serving as an ambassador for O, the Oprah Magazine and is a best selling author with her travel e book series on Amazon. We discuss how to access resources to educate yourself on the virus and what are the typical symptoms. Second, we discuss fatality rates in children and how the quarantine has affected our societal infrastructure. We also discuss how COVID 19 impacts our medical system and what lessons we may learn from this experience months down the line. Please subscribe to Itunes here Please subscribe to googleplay here 15:09 Symptoms of the virus and how to access educational resources 22:13 How to prevent transmission  25:37 Symptoms in Children and relevant fatality ra

On this episode of the melaninwhitecoats podcast Dr. Odunsi recently minted attending physician and OB Hospitalist in Seattle Washington talks about the challenges she faced while failing the first, second and third part of her physician licensure exam. She talks about losing her husband at the time during her first year of residency and the thought of leaving medicine after finishing residency. She discuses what allowed her to transverse the challenges and the power of family and support. Also, if you have any desire to learn about OB/GYN as a field check this episode out. She puts us on fibroids and it’s prevalence in the African American community and what her future goals are in rectifying that and many issues regarding woman’s health! Please subscribe to Itunes Here Please subscribe to googleplay here Join the mentorship squad here, an opportunity to empower women in becoming U.S. Physicians  

On episode 21 of the melaninwhitecoats podcast, Aldwin and Dr. Sarah Vinson, child and forensic psychiatrist discuss how environmental factors influence childhood development and how such environment can adversely affect their mental health. We also discuss the prison system and how everything is not what we can anticipate. We discuss the subjective perspective of the system and how it can negatively impact those whom are incarcerated. As well as Dr. Vinson sheds light on her position as a psychiatrist and shares inspiring words on how one can diversify your passions within the field of medicine.  Please subscribe here on Itunes Podcast Please subscribe to googleplay here Connect with Dr. Vinson's website here!

On this episode of the melaninwhitecoat podcast Lavar and Aldwin talk about the challenges they faced in 2019 and how they apply these lessons into accomplishing their goals in 2020. We also share what are our 2020 visions for the future are and beyond! Last, we share some advice on how to deal with failure and how to continue to build a momentum for the dream you aspire to!  Please subscribe on Itunes here Please subscribe to googleplay here Donate to Jameesa Hodges Hold the Key Scholarship for high school seniors here