In this episode of The Black Doctors Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Franck, a dedicated sports medicine physician with a compelling personal story shaped by his heritage as the child of Haitian immigrants. Dr. Franck’s father, a lawyer and political activist, was exiled from Haiti during the Duvalier regime, which instilled in Dr. Franck a resilience and commitment to success that has defined his medical career.

Dr. Franck takes us through his journey from overcoming cultural challenges during his school years to developing a deep passion for community service and medicine. He shares how these experiences guided him through his education at Emory University and Florida State University College of Medicine. Now practicing in Miami, Dr. Franck discusses his approach to sports medicine, emphasizing not only orthopedic care but also the holistic health of athletes.

We dive into the unique challenges faced by underrepresented minorities in medicine, and Dr. Franck highlights the critical need for medical professionals who reflect and understand the communities they serve. He shares his own experiences of breaking barriers in sports medicine and gives insight into his role as a head team physician, where he oversees the health and safety of athletes both on and off the field.

Dr. Franck also talks about the importance of representation in healthcare and the difference it makes in building trust and improving health outcomes. He describes his efforts to give back by mentoring young professionals and volunteering at his alma mater and local schools, encouraging future generations of minority physicians.

Tune in to hear Dr. Franck’s thoughts on leadership, his love for sneakers and travel, and his vision for increasing diversity in sports medicine. This episode is an inspiring reminder of the power of perseverance, the impact of representation, and the importance of staying connected to the communities we serve.

Instagram: @DrGFranck

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Interested in starting a podcast? Check out Riverside for your remote recording needs: RIVERSIDE.FM

Use the discount code: BDPODCAST and save $25 off all USMLE, COMLEX and Residency Smartbanks.

Do you need help with relaxation and decreasing stress? Check out AmbientRx on YouTube for music therapy and sound baths.

If you enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend and leave a comment and rating on iTunes. TBDP is a volunteer passion project with the goal of inspiring all who listen.

In-house music and audio production, so any ideas for improvements or suggestions for future guests are welcome. Visit www.StevenBradleyMD.com to learn more about our host. He is available for consultations or speaking engagements regarding health equity and medical ethics.

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In this episode of The Black Doctors Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Franck, a dedicated sports medicine physician with a compelling personal story shaped by his heritage as the child of Haitian immigrants. Dr. Franck’s father, a lawyer and political activist, was exiled from Haiti during the Duvalier regime, which instilled in Dr. Franck a resilience and commitment to success that has defined his medical career.

Dr. Franck takes us through his journey from overcoming cultural challenges during his school years to developing a deep passion for community service and medicine. He shares how these experiences guided him through his education at Emory University and Florida State University College of Medicine. Now practicing in Miami, Dr. Franck discusses his approach to sports medicine, emphasizing not only orthopedic care but also the holistic health of athletes.

We dive into the unique challenges faced by underrepresented minorities in medicine, and Dr. Franck highlights the critical need for medical professionals who reflect and understand the communities they serve. He shares his own experiences of breaking barriers in sports medicine and gives insight into his role as a head team physician, where he oversees the health and safety of athletes both on and off the field.

Dr. Franck also talks about the importance of representation in healthcare and the difference it makes in building trust and improving health outcomes. He describes his efforts to give back by mentoring young professionals and volunteering at his alma mater and local schools, encouraging future generations of minority physicians.

Tune in to hear Dr. Franck’s thoughts on leadership, his love for sneakers and travel, and his vision for increasing diversity in sports medicine. This episode is an inspiring reminder of the power of perseverance, the impact of representation, and the importance of staying connected to the communities we serve.

Instagram: @DrGFranck

Check out this new podcast: Culture Shock Therapy: Your Health Equity Rx by Emergency Medicine Physician Dr. Katrina Gipson

Interested in starting a podcast? Check out Riverside for your remote recording needs: RIVERSIDE.FM

Use the discount code: BDPODCAST and save $25 off all USMLE, COMLEX and Residency Smartbanks.

Do you need help with relaxation and decreasing stress? Check out AmbientRx on YouTube for music therapy and sound baths.

If you enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend and leave a comment and rating on iTunes. TBDP is a volunteer passion project with the goal of inspiring all who listen.

In-house music and audio production, so any ideas for improvements or suggestions for future guests are welcome. Visit www.StevenBradleyMD.com to learn more about our host. He is available for consultations or speaking engagements regarding health equity and medical ethics.

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In this episode of the Black Doctors Podcast, Dr. Steven Bradley discusses the latest current events in the medical field, including a controversial euthanasia device known as the Sarco pod. The device gained attention after its first use by a 64-year-old American woman in Switzerland, sparking ethical and legal debates about medical aid in dying and euthanasia laws. Dr. Bradley provides detailed insights into the functioning of the device and the complex discussions surrounding its use, particularly its implications on the legal and moral landscapes of assisted dying technologies.

Dr. Bradley also addresses recent ethical concerns at the University of North Texas Health Science Center, where a body donation program was suspended due to the misuse of unclaimed bodies for research without adequate family notification. This case has raised significant ethical questions about the historical and ongoing mistreatment of bodies belonging to marginalized communities, echoing past injustices and highlighting the need for transparent and respectful handling of deceased individuals in medical research.

In the final segment, Dr. Bradley underscores the importance of participating in the upcoming elections, noting that many healthcare-related measures, such as abortion rights, drug pricing, and Medicaid expansion, are on the ballot in various states. He emphasizes the impact of these decisions on healthcare access and encourages listeners to vote and stay informed about the issues that directly affect their well-being and the broader healthcare system. Additionally, Dr. Bradley mentions an upcoming project, the Medical Student's Guide to Anesthesiology, and seeks third-year medical students interested in contributing to this initiative.

Check out this new podcast: Culture Shock Therapy: Your Health Equity Rx by Emergency Medicine Physician Dr. Katrina Gipson

Interested in starting a podcast? Check out Riverside for your remote recording needs: RIVERSIDE.FM

Use the discount code: BDPODCAST and save $25 off all USMLE, COMLEX and Residency Smartbanks.

Do you need help with relaxation and decreasing stress? Check out AmbientRx on YouTube for music therapy and sound baths.

If you enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend and leave a comment and rating on iTunes. TBDP is a volunteer passion project with the goal of inspiring all who listen.

In-house music and audio production, so any ideas for improvements or suggestions for future guests are welcome. Visit www.StevenBradleyMD.com to learn more about our host. He is available for consultations or speaking engagements regarding health equity and medical ethics.

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In this episode of the Black Doctors Podcast, Dr. Steven Bradley builds on last week's discussion about sham peer reviews, sharing his personal experiences with microaggressions during his residency. He highlights how prevalent these microaggressions are in homogenous medical environments and advises on handling such situations. Dr. Bradley emphasizes the importance of documenting instances of discrimination and carefully navigating formal complaints to avoid adverse outcomes and maintain professionalism.

Dr. Bradley delves into how minority residents are often disproportionately removed from programs and the structured process that should ideally follow to ensure fairness. He outlines the steps involved in performance evaluation, remediation plans, probation, and potential dismissal from residency. Dr. Bradley stresses the importance of knowing your institutional policies, gathering objective data, and seeking mentorship to advocate effectively for yourself throughout these processes.

The episode concludes with Dr. Bradley offering practical advice for both current and aspiring medical professionals on maintaining their mental well-being. He introduces his ambient music project, ambient.Rx, designed to alleviate stress and combat burnout among healthcare providers. Listeners are encouraged to follow his social media for mindfulness content and potential updates on his upcoming ambient music album.

Check out this new podcast: Culture Shock Therapy: Your Health Equity Rx by Emergency Medicine Physician Dr. Katrina Gipson

Interested in starting a podcast? Check out Riverside for your remote recording needs: RIVERSIDE.FM

Use the discount code: BDPODCAST and save $25 off all USMLE, COMLEX and Residency Smartbanks.

Do you need help with relaxation and decreasing stress? Check out AmbientRx on YouTube for music therapy and sound baths.

If you enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend and leave a comment and rating on iTunes. TBDP is a volunteer passion project with the goal of inspiring all who listen.

In-house music and audio production, so any ideas for improvements or suggestions for future guests are welcome. Visit www.StevenBradleyMD.com to learn more about our host. He is available for consultations or speaking engagements regarding health equity and medical ethics.

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In this episode of the Black Doctors Podcast, Dr. Steven Bradley delves into the critical issue of sham peer reviews and their discriminatory effects on minority physicians. He highlights how these reviews, often weaponized for personal or institutional agendas, unfairly target and discipline healthcare providers, particularly black and minority physicians, for reasons unrelated to clinical competence or patient care. The episode explores the signs of sham peer reviews, such as baseless allegations, lack of due process, conflicts of interest, and secrecy, and offers practical advice on how to navigate and protect oneself from these unjust practices.

Dr. Bradley shares his personal experience with unfair treatment during his residency, illustrating the real-life consequences and systemic biases that minority physicians face. He underscores the importance of documentation, seeking legal counsel, maintaining professionalism, and building a strong support network to counteract these unjust reviews. Dr. Bradley also provides a call to action for awareness and institutional accountability to foster a fair and transparent peer review system.

Listeners are encouraged to stay informed, know their rights, and lean on professional organizations for guidance. Additionally, Dr. Bradley reminds the audience of his weekly 'Mindfulness Monday' sessions and expresses his gratitude for the continued support and feedback from the podcast's community.

Check out this new podcast: Culture Shock Therapy: Your Health Equity Rx by Emergency Medicine Physician Dr. Katrina Gipson

Interested in starting a podcast? Check out Riverside for your remote recording needs: RIVERSIDE.FM

Use the discount code: BDPODCAST and save $25 off all USMLE, COMLEX and Residency Smartbanks.

Do you need help with relaxation and decreasing stress? Check out AmbientRx on YouTube for music therapy and sound baths.

If you enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend and leave a comment and rating on iTunes. TBDP is a volunteer passion project with the goal of inspiring all who listen.

In-house music and audio production, so any ideas for improvements or suggestions for future guests are welcome. Visit www.StevenBradleyMD.com to learn more about our host. He is available for consultations or speaking engagements regarding health equity and medical ethics.

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In this episode of the Black Doctors Podcast, the host interviews Dr. Tosin Odunsi, an OB/GYN in Chicago, about her remarkable journey into medicine. Dr. Odunsi shares how she was inspired by her father, a GYN oncologist, to pursue a career in medicine from the age of three. Despite numerous challenges, including rejections and repeated attempts at medical exams, Dr. Odunsi's perseverance and passion for women’s health led her to successfully become a physician. She discusses her educational path from Cornell to medical school and her determination to follow her calling against all odds.

Dr. Odunsi opens up about the significant personal loss of her husband during her intern year of residency and how this tragedy shaped the trajectory of her life and career. She emphasizes that this defining moment made her re-evaluate her identity and pushed her to confront and manage her grief and PTSD while continuing her medical training. Through sharing her story publicly on social media and her platform 'Life by Tosin,' she found therapeutic solace that inspired many others facing similar struggles.

Highlighting her late diagnosis of ADHD at age 35, Dr. Odunsi reflects on the missed opportunities for support during her academic years. She discusses her unique approach to teaching and patient care that accommodates diverse learning and cognitive styles, emphasizing routine and systematic approaches. Dr. Odunsi's transparency, resilience, and the consistent message of perseverance resonate through her discussions, providing motivation and guidance for future physicians navigating their own challenges in the medical field.

Check out this new podcast: Culture Shock Therapy: Your Health Equity Rx by Emergency Medicine Physician Dr. Katrina Gipson

Interested in starting a podcast? Check out Riverside for your remote recording needs: RIVERSIDE.FM

Use the discount code: BDPODCAST and save $25 off all USMLE, COMLEX and Residency Smartbanks.

Do you need help with relaxation and decreasing stress? Check out AmbientRx on YouTube for music therapy and sound baths.

If you enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend and leave a comment and rating on iTunes. TBDP is a volunteer passion project with the goal of inspiring all who listen.

In-house music and audio production, so any ideas for improvements or suggestions for future guests are welcome. Visit www.StevenBradleyMD.com to learn more about our host. He is available for consultations or speaking engagements regarding health equity and medical ethics.

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In this episode of the Black Doctors Podcast, the host interviews Dr. Tosin Odunsi, an OB/GYN in Chicago, about her remarkable journey into medicine. Dr. Odunsi shares how she was inspired by her father, a GYN oncologist, to pursue a career in medicine from the age of three. Despite numerous challenges, including rejections and repeated attempts at medical exams, Dr. Odunsi's perseverance and passion for women’s health led her to successfully become a physician. She discusses her educational path from Cornell to medical school and her determination to follow her calling against all odds.

Dr. Odunsi opens up about the significant personal loss of her husband during her intern year of residency and how this tragedy shaped the trajectory of her life and career. She emphasizes that this defining moment made her re-evaluate her identity and pushed her to confront and manage her grief and PTSD while continuing her medical training. Through sharing her story publicly on social media and her platform 'Life by Tocin,' she found therapeutic solace that inspired many others facing similar struggles.

Highlighting her late diagnosis of ADHD at age 35, Dr. Odunsi reflects on the missed opportunities for support during her academic years. She discusses her unique approach to teaching and patient care that accommodates diverse learning and cognitive styles, emphasizing routine and systematic approaches. Dr. Odunsi's transparency, resilience, and the consistent message of perseverance resonate through her discussions, providing motivation and guidance for future physicians navigating their own challenges in the medical field.

Interested in starting a podcast? Check out Riverside for your remote recording needs: RIVERSIDE.FM

Use the discount code: BDPODCAST and save $25 off all USMLE, COMLEX and Residency Smartbanks.

Do you need help with relaxation and decreasing stress? Check out AmbientRx on YouTube for music therapy and sound baths.

If you enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend and leave a comment and rating on iTunes. TBDP is a volunteer passion project with the goal of inspiring all who listen.

In-house music and audio production, so any ideas for improvements or suggestions for future guests are welcome. Visit www.StevenBradleyMD.com to learn more about our host. He is available for consultations or speaking engagements regarding health equity and medical ethics.

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In this episode of the Black Doctors Podcast, Dr. Steven Bradley, a critical care anesthesiologist and medical ethicist, shares invaluable insights for those stepping into their first role as an attending physician. With his extensive experience in the medical field and over four years of podcasting, Dr. Bradley addresses the common challenges new attendings face and the strategies to overcome them. He introduces listeners to the OODA loop, a decision-making framework encompassing Observation, Orientation, Decision-making, and Action, which serves as a crucial tool for new doctors to smoothly transition into their roles while avoiding common pitfalls.

Dr. Bradley emphasizes the importance of understanding the institutional culture and setting both personal and career goals early on. He discusses how to engage in continuous learning and the significance of financial literacy, including tips on achieving board certification. Moreover, Dr. Bradley delves into practical advice on balancing work and personal life, avoiding burnout, and navigating the often-complex institutional politics that new attendings might encounter.

Listeners will also find detailed discussions on topics such as moonlighting, military salary considerations, and the fairness of work distribution. Dr. Bradley encourages new attendings to be mindful of their worth and to make informed decisions as they build their careers. The episode wraps up with strategies for creating a support network and maintaining a mindset geared towards continuous learning and adaptation, ensuring long-term success in their medical careers.

Interested in starting a podcast? Check out Riverside for your remote recording needs: RIVERSIDE.FM

Use the discount code: BDPODCAST and save $25 off all USMLE, COMLEX and Residency Smartbanks.

Do you need help with relaxation and decreasing stress? Check out AmbientRx on YouTube for music therapy and sound baths.

If you enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend and leave a comment and rating on iTunes. TBDP is a volunteer passion project with the goal of inspiring all who listen.

In-house music and audio production, so any ideas for improvements or suggestions for future guests are welcome. Visit www.StevenBradleyMD.com to learn more about our host. He is available for consultations or speaking engagements regarding health equity and medical ethics.

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