White Coats, Real Talk

White Coats, Real Talk

por Atharva Anand, Akshara Anand

Medicina Salud mental

#26: Inside the Outbreak

In the twenty-sixth episode of White Coats, Real Talk, Atharva and Akshara Anand sit down with Dr. Daniel Minter, Assistant Professor of Medicine and Infectious Diseases Specialist at the UCSF School of Medicine. Dr. Minter treats patients with a wide spectrum of bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infections, with a focus on those who are immunocompromised and those facing neurologic infections. Beyond the bedside, he is a dedicated educator, co-directing UCSF’s IDS 113 course, the ID Division Grand Rounds series, and the Transplant Infectious Diseases fellowship track. For students and future doctors, Dr. Minter offers insight into why infectious diseases remain a vital specialty and shares advice on the skills needed to succeed in this field.

#25: Restoring Identity

In the twenty-fifth episode of White Coats, Real Talk, Atharva and Akshara Anand sit down with Dr. Samir Mardini, Chair of the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, and one of the world’s leading face transplant surgeons. Dr. Mardini shares the remarkable story of Andy Sandness, the recipient of Mayo’s first face transplant, as told in the book Face in the Mirror. He discusses the science and teamwork behind a 56-hour surgery, the role of organ donors and their families, and the emotional journey of rebuilding not just a face, but a life.

#24: The GYN Cancer Code

In the twenty-fourth episode of White Coats, Real Talk, Atharva and Akshara Anand sit down with Dr. Melissa Frey, Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology in the Division of Gynecologic Oncology at Weill Cornell Medicine and Director of the Genetics and Personalized Cancer Prevention Program. A leader in cancer genetics and prevention, Dr. Frey cares for women with hereditary cancer syndromes like BRCA1/2 and Lynch syndrome while advancing research on how genetics can guide personalized cancer prevention. She breaks down the most common gynecologic cancers, the role of genetic testing, and how family history influences risk.

#23: Why We Itch

In the twenty-third episode of White Coats, Real Talk, Atharva and Akshara Anand sit down with Dr. Brian Kim, Vice Chair of Research and Site Chair of Dermatology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, and Director of the Mark Lebwohl Center for Neuroinflammation and Sensation. A physician-scientist, neuroimmunologist, dermatologist, inventor, and entrepreneur, Dr. Kim is transforming how we understand and treat chronic itch and inflammatory skin diseases like eczema. He explains why itch is more than just a skin problem, how the brain and immune system shape conditions like acne and eczema, and the lesser-known causes behind persistent itching.

#22: Navigating Girlhood

In the twenty-second episode of White Coats, Real Talk, Atharva and Akshara Anand sit down with Dr. Julia Cron, Site Chief of Obstetrics and Gynecology at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens Hospital and Vice Chair in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Weill Cornell Medicine. Specializing in Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology, Dr. Cron addresses the questions many teens are hesitant to ask from understanding periods, hormones, and puberty, to managing painful cycles, navigating birth control, and recognizing conditions like endometriosis and PCOS. She also explores the importance of early OB-GYN visits, the role of mental health and body image in adolescent care, and how young women can feel empowered to take ownership of their health.

#21: Leading in the ER

In the twenty-first episode of White Coats, Real Talk, Atharva and Akshara Anand sit down with Dr. Brian Clyne, Professor of Emergency Medicine and Vice Chair of Education at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. In addition, Dr. Clyne is the founder of the Medical Education Research Fellowship and Chair of the national AAMC Careers in Medicine Advisory Committee, where he plays a key role in shaping how future physicians are trained and guided. Drawing from over two decades in emergency medicine, Dr. Clyne shares insights into the fast-paced world of the ER, the importance of mentorship, and the responsibility of healthcare leaders to serve with empathy and purpose.

#20: Breaking the Silence on Women’s Health

In the twentieth episode of White Coats, Real Talk, Atharva and Akshara Anand sit down with Dr. Tirsit S. Asfaw, a board-certified urogynecologist and Associate Professor of Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology at Weill Cornell Medicine. Specializing in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Dr. Asfaw helps unpack the often-overlooked world of pelvic floor disorders. From the basics of what the pelvic floor does to the realities of pelvic organ prolapse and the 200,000+ surgeries performed each year, this episode tackles tough questions with compassion and clarity.

#19: Residency Insights: Brown EM

In the eighteenth episode of White Coats, Real Talk, Atharva and Akshara Anand sit down with Dr. Rick Bold, Site Director of Mayo Clinic’s Comprehensive Cancer Center in Arizona and a leading surgical oncologist. They explore the world of cancer care beyond the operating room, discussing early detection, patient-centered surgery, innovation in treatment, and the challenges of access and awareness. This conversation offers an inside look at how compassion, expertise, and teamwork come together to fight one of the world’s toughest diseases.

#18: Frontlines of the Future

In the eighteenth episode of White Coats, Real Talk, Atharva and Akshara Anand sit down with Dr. Rick Bold, Site Director of Mayo Clinic’s Comprehensive Cancer Center in Arizona and a leading surgical oncologist. They explore the world of cancer care beyond the operating room, discussing early detection, patient-centered surgery, innovation in treatment, and the challenges of access and awareness. This conversation offers an inside look at how compassion, expertise, and teamwork come together to fight one of the world’s toughest diseases.

#17: Beyond Seizures: The Role of a Pediatric Epileptologist

In the seventeenth episode of White Coats, Real Talk, Atharva and Akshara Anand sit down with Dr. Dave Clarke, Chief of the Comprehensive Pediatric Epilepsy Center at Dell Children’s Medical Center. They explore the world of pediatric epilepsy, where early diagnosis, personalized treatment, and a deep understanding of child development come together to offer hope to families navigating complex seizures.

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