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Most Recent Episodes

Episode 60

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Andrea Thomson | Morganna Malyon | Nikki Brasseur

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen


Promoting Accessibility In Health Professions Education

Welcome to MacPFD Spark! In this episode, we hear from Andrea Thomson, Morganna Malyon, and Nikki Brasseur talk about promoting accessibility in health professions education. They discuss topics such as how they met, the difference between accommodation and accessibility, and their thoughts on how they have implemented inclusive practices.

 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!

 

Featured Guest(s) – Andrea Thomson | Morganna Malyon | Nikki Brasseur

 

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Ruth Chen



Episode 59

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Emily Belita

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen


Nursing Research with Dr. Emily Belita

Welcome to MacPFD Spark! In this episode, we hear from Dr. Emily Belita talk about nursing research. She discusses topics such as how she became interested in nursing research, what she sees for the future, and she elaborates on some of the grants she has received.

 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!

 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Emily Belita

 

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Ruth Chen

Episode 58

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Irene Turpie

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen


Irene Turpie - Professor Emeritus 

Welcome to MacPFD Spark! In this episode, we listen to Dr. Irene Turpie talk about her experience in the field of medicine. She touches on topics such as her move to Canada and journey into medicine, her experience teaching medical students, and how she overcame difficulties/obstacles in her career.

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!


Featured Guest(s) – Dr. Irene Turpie


Interviewer(s) - Dr. Ruth Chen

Episode 57

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Marc Jeschke

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen


Developments in Burn Management and Hospital Administrative Leadership

Welcome to MacPFD Spark! In this episode, we hear from Dr. Marc Jeschke talk about developments in burn management and hospital administrative leadership. He discusses topics such as what brought him to Hamilton and McMaster, 3D skin printing to treat burn wounds, and how he became interested in administrative leadership.

 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!

 

Featured Guest(s) – Dr. Marc Jeschke

 

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Ruth Chen

Episode 56

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Femi Ayeni

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen


The Notch Academy

Welcome to MacPFD Spark! In this episode, we hear from Dr. Femi Ayeni talk about The Notch Academy. He discusses topics such as his journey through mentorship, how he began The Notch Academy, and how he has applied what he has learned about leadership and effective team functioning to his own work.


New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Femi Ayeni


Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Ruth Chen


Check out the Notch Academy: Notch (thenotchacademy.com)

Episode 55

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Harriet MacMillan

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen


The 10 PS for Surviving the Perils of Publish or Perish

Welcome to MacPFD Spark! In this episode, we hear from Dr. Harriet MacMillan talk about the 10 Ps for surviving the perils of publish or perish. They not only elaborate on the Ps, but also discuss topics such as how reward systems can hinder reserachers from building partnerships, and how to navigate the Ps effectively.

 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!

 

Featured Guest(s) – Dr. Harriet MacMillan

 

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Ruth Chen

Episode 54

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Peter Helli

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen


Teaching in the Health Sciences

Welcome to MacPFD Spark! In this episode, we hear from Dr. Peter Helli talk about teaching in the health sciences. He discusses topics such as how he has seen his role as an educator evolve, the integration of AI in education, and how he has navigated the shifting landscape in health professions education.

 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!

 

Featured Guest(s) – Dr. Peter Helli

 

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Ruth Chen

 

Check out Dr. Helli's Bruce Trail Trek: https://hiking-brucetrail.blogspot.com

Episode 53 

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Megan Anakin

 Dr. Farhan Vakani

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen


AMEE Faculty Development Spotlight with Dr. Megan Anakin and Dr. Farhan Vakani 

Welcome to MacPFD Spark! In this episode, we hear Megan Anakin and Farhan Vakani talk about Faculty Development. They discuss topics such as challenges of the role, how Farhan got involved in faculty development, and exciting aspects of faculty development.

 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!

 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Farhan Vakani & Dr. Megan Anakin

 

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Ruth Chen

 

Learn more about AMEE: amee.org

Episode 52 

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Gregory Spadoni

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen


MERIT Faculty Fellowship - Physiotherapy Program Admissions and Identifying “Best” Candidates

Welcome to MacPFD Spark! In this episode, we hear from Dr. Gregory Spadoni talk about the McMaster Education Research, Innovation and Theory (MERIT) Faculty Fellowship program. He discusses topics such as his background, what the faculty fellowship program is, the admissions process, and much more.

 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!

 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Greg Spadoni

 

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Ruth Chen

Good PIE Episode 6

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Lara Varpio

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen


Health Professions Education Research

Welcome to MacPFD Spark: Good PIE! In this episode, we hear from Dr. Lara Varpio talk about health professions education research. They discuss topics such as tips to succeed, how to find your niche in health education, and finding a personal connection to what you want to pursue.

 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!

 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Lara Varpio

 

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Ruth Chen


Episode 51

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Sebastien Prat

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen


The Forensic Psychiatry Institute Lecture Series with Dr. Sebastien Prat

Welcome to MacPFD Spark! In this episode, we will be hearing from Dr. Sebastien Prat talk about the Forensic Psychiatry Institute Lecture Series. He discusses topics such as how he got involved in forensic psychiatry, the preparation and planning process for the lecture series, and what topics the series will be exploring.


New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!


Check out the Forensic Psychiatry Institute Lecture Series: www.forensicpsychiatryinstitute.com/


Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Sebastien Prat


Interviewer(s) - Dr. Ruth Chen

Episode 50

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Rebecca Ganann

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen


Co-Design and Intersectoral Research Collaborations

Welcome to MacPFD Spark! In this episode, we hear from Dr. Rebecca Ganann talk about healthy aging research. They discuss topics such as what drew them into healthy aging research, McMaster’s Embolden Project, and the codesign process. 


New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Rebecca Ganann


Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Ruth Chen

Good PIE Episode 5

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Geoffrey Norman

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen


Transfer Learning with Dr. Geoffrey Norman

Welcome to MacPFD Spark: Good PIE! In this episode, we listen to Dr. Geoffrey Norman talk about transfer learning. He discusses topics such as strategies to facilitate transfer learning, analogies of transfer learning, and microtesting. 


New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!


Featured Guest(s) – Dr. Geoffrey Norman

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Ruth Chen

Good PIE Episode 4

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Elif Bilgic

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen


Technology in Health Professions Education

Welcome to MacPFD Spark: GoodPIE! In this episode we listen to Dr. Elif Bilgic talk about the integration of technology in the health professions field. She discusses topics such as her immersive virtual reality research, the bidirectional relationship between academic and technological industries, and what she sees for the future of technology in the health professions field. 


New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!


Featured Guest(s) – Dr. Elif Bilgic


Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Ruth Chen



Episode 49

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Laura Banfield

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen

The Future of Library and Information Sciences

Welcome to MacPFD Spark! In this episode, we listen to Dr. Laura Banfield talk about library and information sciences. She discusses topics such as how she has seen the field evolve, how we can expand our access and availability of sources of information, and what she envisions for the future of the library and information sciences field. 


New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!


Featured Guest(s) – Dr. Laura Banfield


Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Ruth Chen


Good PIE Episode 3

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Lawrence Grierson

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen


From Motor Control to Medical Education

Welcome to MacPFD Spark: GoodPIE! In this episode, we listen to Dr. Lawrence Grierson talk about health profession education. He discusses topics such as the multiple processes model, variability in a research environment, and what he expects for the future of health professions education. 


New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!


Featured Guest(s) – Dr. Lawrence Grierson

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Ruth Chen


Health Profession Education at McMaster: https://hsed.mcmaster.ca/ 


Episode 48

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Sean Park

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen


HiFi - Health Leadership Academy Program

Welcome to MacPFD Spark! In this episode, we listen to Dr. Sean Park talk about leadership. He introduces the HiFi program that focuses on health improvement and faculty innovation (HiFi). In addition, he discusses topics such as experiential learning, what he envisions for the HiFi program, and how he got interested in leadership development.

 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!

 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Sean Park

 

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Ruth Chen

 

Check out the HiFi Health Leadership Program: https://healthleadershipacademy.ca/programs/hifi-leadership/

Good PIE Episode 2

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Sandra Monteiro

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen


Assessment Research with Dr. Sandra Monteiro 

Welcome to MacPFD Spark: Good PIE! In this episode we hear from Dr. Sandra Monteiro talk about assessment research. She discusses topics such as good practices in assessments, how she got to where she is today, and how to bridge the gap between assessments and cultural values. In addition to this, she also mentions her hobbies outside of research!

 

Featured Guest(s) – Dr. Sandra Monteiro

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Ruth Chen

Episode 47

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Aliya Khan

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen


Fostering Effective International Collaborations for Clinical Research

Welcome to MacPFD Spark! In this episode, we listen to Dr. Aliya Khan talk about her many academic endeavours. She touches on topics such as how she got involved in certain academic projects, the many lessons she had learned over the years she has been collaborating with her colleagues, and the hard work behind parathyroid research!

 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!

 

Featured Guest(s) – Dr. Aliya Khan

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Ruth Chen

Good PIE Episode 1

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Jonathan Sherbino

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen


Clinical Teaching with Dr. Jonathan Sherbino

Welcome to MacPFD Spark: Good PIE! In this episode, we hear Dr. Jonathan Sherbino talk about his various experiences as a medical professional. He discusses topics related to effective teaching strategies, how podcasting has affected him, his teaching career, and much more.


Featured Guest(s) – Dr. Jonathan Sherbino

Interviewer(s) – Dr. Ruth Chen


Check out the KeyLIME Podcast Here: keylimepodcast.libsyn.com/

Episode 46

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Wieslaw Oczkowski | Dr. Allyn Walsh 

Interviewer:

Dr.  Teresa Chan



Life Beyond Medicine

Welcome to MacPFD Spark! In this episode, we listen to Dr. Allyn Walsh and Dr. Wes Oczkowski talk about retirement. By sharing their experiences, they offer insight on pursuing new endeavours. They discuss topics such as planning for retirement, the difficulties behind retiring, and the importance of a work-life balance.


New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!


Featured Guest(s) – Dr. Wieslaw Oczkowski | Dr. Allyn Walsh

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 45

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Angela Garzouzie

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen



Spiritual Care Part II

Welcome to MacPFD Spark! In this episode, we continue our discussion about Spiritual Care in the healthcare setting. We hear from Angela Garzouzie talk about her experience as a spiritual care practitioner. She touches on topics such as how she got into her role, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the difference between spiritual care practitioners and other healthcare practitioners.

 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!   

 

Featured Guest(s) – Angela Garzouzie

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Ruth Chen

Episode 44

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Matthew Heyn

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen



Spiritual Care Part I

Welcome to MacPFD Spark! In this episode, we listen to Matthew Heyn talk about Spiritual Care. This form of care focuses on the spiritual and emotional support provided to people within institutions. Heyn discusses topics such as healthcare spirituality, a day in the life of a healthcare spiritual care practitioner, and the FICA spiritual assessment.

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!


Featured Guest(s) – Matthew Heyn

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Ruth Chen

Episode 43

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Ilana Bayer | Dr. Mino Mitri

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen



Rock the Podium

Welcome to MacPFD Spark! On this episode, we hear from Dr. Mino Mitri and Dr. Ilana Bayer talk about the Rock the Podium Program: a masterclass that teaches participants how to enhance their presentations. They discuss topics such as why they were interested in being involved with Rock the Podium, how to stand out, and some interesting stories on participant success. Surely, knowing how to deliver captivating presentations will assist you in your professional development!

 New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!


Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Ilana Bayer | Dr. Mino Mitri

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Ruth Chen

Episode 42

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Myles Sergeant | Linda Varangu | Dr. Sujane Kandasamy

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen



Striving for Greener Healthcare with the PEACH Initiative

Welcome to MacPFD Spark. On this episode, we will listen to Dr. Myles Sergeant, Linda Varangu, and Dr. Sujane Kandasamy talk about the PEACH Initiative: a community-based approach to amplify environmental action in hospitals and healthcare facilities. They discuss the facts surrounding healthcare pollutants, central members to the PEACH initiative, why you should get involved, and much more!

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!


Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Myles Sergeant | Linda Varangu | Dr. Sujane Kandasamy

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Ruth Chen

Check out the PEACH Initiative here: www.peachhealthontario.com

Episode 41

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Vanessa Cavalieri

Interviewer:

Dr.  Alim Nagji



Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion with Vanessa Cavalieri 

Welcome to MacPFD Spark! In this episode, we listen to Vanessa Cavalieri talk about Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. Many important lessons are shared regarding teaching strategies to maintain equity between students and teachers. Vanessa also touches on how to own your mistakes and recover from them. With this information, you can develop your classroom atmosphere to benefit everyone!

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!


Featured Guest(s) – Vanessa Cavalieri

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Alim Nagji

Episode 40

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Amanda Bell | Dr. Anjali Kundi

Interviewer:

Dr.  Alim Nagji



Culture in a Distributed Medical Environment | Dear Supervisor

Welcome to MacPFD Spark: Dear Supervisor! In this episode we hear from Dr. Amanda Bell and Dr. Anjali Kundi talk about culture in a distributed medical environment. They offer valuable insight on building the culture, challenges they faced during its development, and various techniques on how to maintain a positive environment in medical education.

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!


Featured Guest(s) – Dr. Amanda Bell & Dr. Anjali Kundi

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Alim Nagji

Episode 39

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Abigail Konopasky

Interviewer:

Dr.  Teresa Chan



Authorship in Scientific Research with Dr. Abigail Konopasky 

Welcome to MacPFD Spark. In this episode, we are exposed to the behind the scenes of publishing scientific journal articles. This interview features Dr. Abigail Konopasky who discusses the difficult but necessary decision-making process to designate author roles within a research team.

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!


Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Abigail Konopasky

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan

Sparkle Episode XV

Producer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Joan Sargeant

Interviewer:

Dr.  Teresa Chan



Incorporating Feedback with the R2C2 Model 

Welcome to the fifteenth episode of MacPFD Sparkle. In this episode, we will be listening to Dr. Teresa Chan and Dr. Joan Sargeant discuss the “R2C2” model of feedback and assessment. Dr. Sargeant reflects on her experiences beginning with investigating about how learners previously valued multi-source feedback in healthcare. In this interview, we learn about providing feedback in a way that learners will accept and incorporate to produce real change in their own practice.

New Sparkle episodes launch on a biweekly basis in-between Spark - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!


Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Joan Sargeant

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 38

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Paul Moayyedi

Interviewer:

Dr.  Teresa Chan



The Clinical Research Support Unit (CRSU) with Dr. Paul Moayyedi 

Welcome to MacPFD Spark! In this episode, we learn about the clinical research support unit (CRSU). This interview features Dr. Paul Moayyedi, who elaborates on the CRSU and shares his wisdom on overcoming obstacles in your research career.

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!


Featured Guest(s) – Dr. Paul Moayyedi

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan


Check out the Clinical Research Support Unit

Sparkle Episode XIV

Producer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Kevin Dong

Interviewer:

Dr.  Teresa Chan



The MacEmerg Podcast - How to Grow a Community 

Welcome to the fourteenth episode of MacPFD Sparkle. In this episode, we will be listening to Drs. Teresa Chan and Kevin Dong discuss getting the most out of the podcast experience to create a community of practice using the MacEmerg Podcast. Drs. Chan and Dong reflect on the inception of the podcast and discuss what it means to grow a digital community from the ground up.

New Sparkle episodes launch on a biweekly basis in-between Spark - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!


Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Kevin Dong

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 37

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Amie Varley 

Sara Fung

Interviewer:

Dr.  Ruth Chen



The Gritty Nurse

Welcome to MacPFD Spark. In this episode, we will be listening to Amie Varley and Sara Fung from the Gritty Nurse podcast. They discuss topics ranging from why they started The Gritty Nurse to some of their most memorable episodes.

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!


Featured Guest(s) - Amie Varley and Sara Fung

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Ruth Chen


Check out The Gritty Nurse: www.grittynurse.com/ 

Sparkle Episode XIII

Producer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Rebecca Repa

Sarrah Lal

Interviewer:

Dr. Teresa Chan



Mentorship, Sponsorship, and Allyship

Welcome to the thirteenth episode of MacPFD Sparkle. In this episode, we will be listening to a syndication of the Program for Faculty Development’s Women’s CHAT series. Dr. Rebecca Repa discusses with McMaster’s Sarrah Lal on the promotion of women colleagues through mentorship and sponsorship. In this CHAT, we also learn the benefits of making oneself an ally to women to create a fairer and more equitable workplace.

New Sparkle episodes launch on a biweekly basis in-between Spark - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Rebecca Repa & Sarrah Lal

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 36

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Jack Hirsh

Interviewer:

Dr. Teresa Chan



Story of the INR with Dr. Jack Hirsh

Welcome to MacPFD Spark! In this episode, Dr. Jack Hirsh enlightens us on his academic career. We learn about his journey to McMaster University, the history of thrombosis treatments, and some strategies for choosing effective collaborators. On top of this, Dr. Hirsh shares valuable information that will surely assist in your professional development!

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!


Featured Guest(s) – Dr. Jack Hirsh

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan

Sparkle Episode XII

Producer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Jonathan Sherbino

Interviewer:

Dr. Teresa Chan



Awards Nominations

Welcome to the twelfth episode of MacPFD Sparkle. In this episode, we will be listening to Dr. Jonathan Sherbino and Dr. Teresa Chan discuss the awards nomination process. Dr. Sherbino offers some tips to promote colleagues and peers with the right award at the right time in order to help grow or receive recognition and distinction for quality work.

New Sparkle episodes launch on a biweekly basis in-between Spark - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!


Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Jonathan Sherbino

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 35

Producer:
Eshaan Maneyapanda

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Bram Rochwerg

Interviewer:

Dr. Teresa Chan



Knowledge Translation with Dr. Bram Rochwerg

Welcome to MacPFD Spark. In this episode, we listen to Dr. Bram Rochwerg chat about scientific knowledge translation. The first bit of the episode focuses on the development and importance of living guidelines in healthcare. They then discuss topics such as network meta-analyses and how Dr. Rochwerg’s career path has brought him to where he is today.

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!


Featured Guest(s) – Dr. Bram Rochwerg

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan

Sparkle Episode XI

Producer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Ally Prebtani

Interviewer:

Dr. Alim Nagji



Effective Virtual Teaching

Welcome to the eleventh episode of MacPFD Sparkle. In this segment, we will be listening to Dr. Alim Nagji discuss teaching in virtual spaces with special guest Dr. Ally Prebtani. Dr. Prebtani reflects on the barriers for professionals adapting to the virtual environment currently and in the future. Dr. Prebtani shares his expertise on how to optimize the teaching process with different tool integrations and practical techniques.”

New Sparkle episodes launch on a biweekly basis in-between Spark - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!


Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Ally Prebtani

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Alim Nagji

Episode 34

Producer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Mark Crowther

Dr. Mark Walton

Interviewer:

Dr. Teresa Chan



The Academic Health Sciences Center with Dr. Crowther | Faculty Affairs with Dr. Walton 

In the thirty-fourth episode of MacPFD Spark, we will listen to Dr. Mark Crowther discuss the “academic health sciences center” at McMaster University. Next, we will be hearing about faculty affairs from Dr. Mark Walton.

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Mark Crowther and Dr. Mark Walton

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan


Sparkle Episode X

Producer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Teresa Chan

Interviewer:

Dr. Ruth Chen



Providing Healthcare Education

Welcome to the tenth episode of MacPFD Sparkle. In this segment, Dr. Teresa Chan discusses the many possible winding roads of progress and how Dr. Chan quickly rose to the position of Associate Dean at McMaster's CPD office. Teresa reflects on her past and what motivated her to pursue education in healthcare.

New Sparkle episodes launch on a biweekly basis in-between Spark - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Ruth Chen


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Episode 33

Producer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Barry Lumb

Dr. Michelle Howard

Interviewer:

Dr. Teresa Chan



Electronic Health Records with Dr. Lumb | Program Evaluation with Dr. Michelle Howard

In the thirty-third episode of MacPFD Spark, we will listen to Dr. Barry Lumb discuss the implementation of a new “electronic health record” at many healthcare organizations. Next, we will be hearing about program evaluation and the process of informed changed with Dr. Michelle Howard. To check out Dr. Howard's recommended literature, click here. *

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Barry Lumb and Dr. Michelle Howard

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Teresa Chan

* The recommendations made are suggested by the interviewee. The source provided above is not an affiliate link. 

Sparkle Episode IX

Producer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Mary Beth DeVilbiss

Dr. Laura Roberts

Interviewer:

Dr. Teresa Chan



Health Professions Education Research (HPER)

Welcome to the ninth episode of MacPFD Sparkle. In this segment, we are featuring guest speakers Drs. Mary Beth DeVilbiss and Laura Roberts from one of the top journals in Health Professions Education Research (HPER): Academic Medicine. Today, they will be discussing some of the inner workings of the journal. Drs. DeVilbiss and Roberts will also be offering us some insight into the field of HPER.

We hope this talk today will inspire you to check out our very own HPER curriculum at McMaster at https://www.macpfd.ca/hper-curriculum/

New Sparkle episodes launch on a biweekly basis in-between Spark - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Mary Beth DeVilbiss and Dr. Laura Roberts

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 32

Producer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Mark Crowther

Dr. Alim Nagji

Interviewer:

Dr. Teresa Chan



Anatomy of a Meeting | Teaching Junior Learners

In the thirty-second episode of MacPFD Spark, we will listen to Dr. Mark Crowther discuss the anatomy and physiology of a meeting in the context of virtual and hybrid workplaces. Next, we will be hearing about the process and best practices for teaching junior learners with Dr. Alim Nagji.

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Mark Crowther and Dr. Alim Nagji

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Teresa Chan

Sparkle Episode VIII

Producer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Ekta Khemani

Interviewer:
Dr. Anjali Kundi



Quality Improvement Research & Patient Safety

Welcome to the eighth episode of MacPFD Sparkle. In this segment, Dr. Anjali Kundi and Dr. Ekta Khemani discuss QI research, patient safety, and incorporating research into one’s career. Ekta reflects on her journey into the field of quality improvement and her endeavors of trying to close the gaps in patient safety with younger practitioners.

New Sparkle episodes launch on a biweekly basis in-between Spark - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Ekta Khemani

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Anjali Kundi

Episode 31

Producer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Rafi Setrak

Nicole Jilek

Interviewer:
Dr. Anjali Kundi

Dr. Teresa Chan



Reflections on Leadership | Providers as Patients

In the thirty-first episode of MacPFD Spark, we will listen to Dr. Rafi Setrak weave a powerful vignette of his life experiences and how those experiences helped guide him to key positions in healthcare. Next, we will be hearing about the experiences of becoming a patient as a provider and the understanding derived from that with Nicole Jilek. 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Rafi Setrak and Nicole Jilek

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Anjali Kundi and Dr. Teresa Chan

Sparkle Episode VII

Producer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Vivian Lewis

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan



Mentorship in Academic Healthcare

Welcome to the seventh episode of MacPFD Sparkle. In this segment, Dr. Vivian Lewis reflects on her experiences directing a mentor developing working group at Rochester University. Dr. Lewis reflects on what it means to be someone’s mentor and the benefits of guiding early career faculty and students.

New Sparkle episodes launch on a biweekly basis in-between Spark - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Vivian Lewis

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 30

Producer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Elizabeth Darling

Rick Hackett

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan



History of the Midwifery Program | Selecting the Best Leaders

In the thirtieth episode of MacPFD Spark, we will listen to featured guest Liz Darling discuss the growth and history of the midwifery program at McMaster University. Next, we will be hearing about how to grow an effective workplace environment by selecting the best healthcare leaders with Rick Hackett. 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Liz Darling and Rick Hackett

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Teresa Chan

Sparkle Episode VI

Producer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Eve Purdy

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan



An Anthropologist Walks into a Hospital

Welcome to the sixth episode of MacPFD Sparkle. In this segment, Dr. Eve Purdy reflects on the “Medical Education In Cases” project – a series of short, reality-inspired healthcare-focused vignettes used to provoke questions in the medical education community. Eve offers her thoughts as a key member of the project and provides some insight into how that experience helped grow into other initiatives and ways of practice.

New Sparkle episodes launch on a biweekly basis in-between Spark - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Eve Purdy

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 29

Producer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Liliana Coman

Dr. Jonathan Sherbino

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan



Improving Problem-Based Learning | The KeyLIME Podcast

In the twenty-ninth episode of MacPFD Spark, we will listen to Dr. Liliana Coman discuss her experiences working to improve problem-based learning (PBL) in the academic healthcare environment. Next, we will hear about the "Key Literature in Medical Education" (KeyLIME) - a podcast for junior and senior learners to help navigate to the most useful journals and papers in medical education from Dr. Jonathan Sherbino. 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Liliana Coman and Dr. Jonathan Sherbino

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Teresa Chan

Sparkle Episode V

Producer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Ted Xenedemetropoulos

Interviewer:
Dr. Ruth Chen



Virtual Communities of Practice

Welcome to the fifth episode of MacPFD Sparkle. In this segment, we will hear about the process of implementing a virtual community of practice and some of the nuances resulting from this process. Today, our guest Dr. Ted Xenedemetropoulos comes to us virtually to chat about forms of virtual care; his recent efforts have been focused on the systematic development and incorporation of a dedicated Telemedicine (eVisits) and eConsult service provision throughout Ontario. 

New Sparkle episodes launch on a biweekly basis in-between Spark - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Ted Xenedemetropoulos

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Ruth Chen

BOUNCE: Episode 2

Producer:
The Okanagan Mental Health Task Force

Featured Guests:
Dr. Matt Savelli

Interviewer:
Dr. Catharine Munn



Reflections on Uncertainty

Welcome back to the second installment of the featured BOUNCE series, in partnership with the Okanagan Mental Health Task Force!

BOUNCE will introduce different real-life vignettes of people's experiences with mental health in higher education. This episode features special guest speaker Dr. Mat Savelli

"Dr. Mat Savelli loved school, and this didn’t change when he was doing his bachelor’s degree at McMaster University. What did change was his relationship with his parents, siblings, and girlfriend. In response, he continued to focus on school until he realized in third year that that too would be ending soon, leaving him uncertain of many things including which continent he'd be living in. Now, reflecting back on this time period, Dr. Savelli would want to tell his younger self three things: 1) There isn’t something wrong with you; 2) Slow down, step back, and think about what you're doing and why. Is it something you really want? 3) There are supports, resources, and other pathways open to you. You don’t have to continue down this path if you don’t want to."

MacPFD Spark is excited to feature the first three BOUNCE episodes  over the next three weeks - be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career and mental well-being in academia!

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Mat Savelli

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Catharine Munn

Episode 28

Producer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Hsien Seow

Dr. Teresa Chan

Sarrah Lal

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan



Waitroom Revolution | Getting to "We"

In the twenty-eighth episode of MacPFD Spark, we will listen to Dr. Hsien Seow discuss his new podcast "Waitroom Revolution" - a podcast about the organization of care. From the reasoning behind its creation to its initial reception, Dr. Seow will provide an overview and describe what we hope to gain from starting this initiative. Afterwards, we will listen to an excerpt from a syndication of the MacPFD "Women's Chat" series about collaborating with, championing, and sponsoring other women in the field of academia. 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Hsien Seow and Dr. Teresa Chan & Sarrah Lal

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Teresa Chan

Sparkle Episode IV

Producer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Sonia Anand

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan



Implementing Equity in Society

Welcome to the fourth episode of MacPFD Sparkle. In this segment, Dr. Sonia Anand discusses why equity is important and the necessity to shift our thinking towards a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment and society.

New Sparkle episodes launch on a biweekly basis in-between Spark - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Sonia Anand

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Teresa Chan

BOUNCE: Episode 1

Producer:
The Okanagan Mental Health Task Force

Featured Guests:
Zeinab Khawaja

Interviewer:
Dr. Catharine Munn



Healing Through Sharing

Today, in a partnership with the Okanagan Mental Health Task Force initiative at McMaster University, we at MacPFD are excited to bring you the first of three interviews in the BOUNCE series!

BOUNCE will introduce different real-life vignettes of people's experiences with mental health in higher education. This episode features special guest speaker Zeinab Khawaja.

Follow Zeinab as she describes how she puts different parts of her identity together during her time as an undergraduate student at McMaster. Zeinab had a great time at 'Welcome Week' and would make some close friends in her first year. Eventually in first year, she would open up to a few people about what had happened a few days before Welcome Week - her wedding for her arranged marriage. Zeinab’s story highlights how the act of sharing your story is healing, “even if you don’t feel like you deserve it, even if you’re not sure what will come of it, even if it might end up being bad and hurtful. The trying is what matters. Knowing that every time I tried to tell someone, I was telling myself, you deserve to be heard."

MacPFD Spark is excited to feature the first three BOUNCE episodes  over the next three weeks - be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career and mental well-being in academia!

Check out the BOUNCE website here: https://okanagan.mcmaster.ca/bounce-at-mcmaster/ 

Also, listen to new episodes of BOUNCE here: https://anchor.fm/bounce-mcmaster 

Featured Guest(s) - Zeinab Khawaja

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Catharine Munn

Episode 27

Producer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Jack Young

Dr. Shawn Mondoux

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan



Bibliometrics | Scholarly Secrets

In the twenty-seventh episode of MacPFD Spark, we will listen to Jack Young from the McMaster library discuss quantifying scholarly impact. Jack will discuss the shift from institutions and individuals beginning to utilize citations in the academic realm into a more accurate representation of author impact through bibliometrics. Next, we will be listening to Dr. Shawn Mondoux discuss some less tacitly known scholarly secrets and how to employ them in your own works. 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Jack Young and Dr. Shawn Mondoux

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Teresa Chan

Sparkle Episode III

Producer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Catharine Munn

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan



The Okanagan Mental Health Task Force

Welcome to the third episode of MacPFD Sparkle. Today's installment sets the stage for an interesting new initiative within the greater McMaster community. In this segment, we will hear about the Okanagan Mental Health Task Force from Dr. Catherine Munn - an initiative to help those who are struggling with mental health in the community around McMaster. 

We will be hearing some of the initiative's works in the coming weeks through MacPFD in the form of BOUNCE. 

New Sparkle episodes launch on a biweekly basis in-between Spark - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Catherine Munn

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 26

Producer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Susana Ku

Dr. Sean Park

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan



Providers as Patients | Creativity in Design

In the twenty-sixth episode of MacPFD Spark, we will be listening to Susana Ku reflect on her experiences as both a midwife and someone that has received care. Susana provides an interesting account of the perceived dichotomy between care giving and receiving. Afterwards, we will hear a discussion between Dr. Sean Park and Dr. Teresa Chan about employing creativity and design thinking in educational spaces. Dr. Park discusses some key considerations for educators to be able to teach more effectively through a creative environment and have learners thrive. 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Susana Ku and Dr. Sean Park

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Teresa Chan

Sparkle Episode 2

Producer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Robin Davisson

Interviewer:
Dr. Ruth Chen



Academics to Art - Personal and Professional Development

Welcome to the second episode of MacPFD Sparkle. In this segment, we will hear about Dr. Robin Davisson's journey from a senior academic to a professional artist. We will be listening to Robin reflect on the experiences that led her in this new direction, and also why the seemingly distant career change may not be as distant as you think. 

You can view Robin's art at the link: http://robindavissonart.com

New Sparkle episodes launch on a biweekly basis in-between Spark - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Robin Davisson

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Ruth Chen

Episode 25

Producer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Lara Varpio

Dr. Geoff Norman

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan



Nature of Evidence | Medical Education Research

In the twenty-fifth episode of MacPFD Spark, we will listen to Dr. Lara Varpio discuss navigating the academy in the post-truth era while considering the influx of misinformation in today's digital and social media. Afterwards, we will hear a segment of a virtual discussion from Dr. Geoff Norman about his reflections on medical education research - from the early years to the present - and what the future of the field may look like.

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Lara Varpio | Dr. Geoff Norman

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Teresa Chan

Sparkle Episode 1

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Huma Ali

Interviewer:
Dr. Ruth Chen



Rock the Podium

Welcome to the first episode of the McMaster Program for Faculty Development's sub-series "Sparkle". In this sub-series, we will be bringing you more of the same great content that will be shorter and more accessible in between our regular releases. In our first episode, Sparkle host Dr. Ruth Chen will be speaking to Dr. Huma Ali about her experiences with the "Rock the Podium" speaker engagement series at MacPFD. In this segment, we will hear about Huma's reasoning behind creating the well-received speech "Leading Self". 

You can listen to Dr. Huma Ali's "Leading Self" at this link: https://youtu.be/r9hKKqbvTc0 

New Sparkle episodes launch on a biweekly basis in-between Spark - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Huma Ali

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Ruth Chen

Episode 24

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Quang Ngo

Dr. Aaron Levy

Dr. Lyndsay Hoy

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan



Feedback in Simulation | The RxMuseum Program

In the twenty-fourth episode of MacPFD Spark, we will be listening to a brief excerpt from Dr. Quang Ngo at MacPFD's annual day in faculty development. Dr. Ngo will be discussing aspects of feedback from a clinical perspective, while still retaining a core focus on the overall feedback process and experience. Afterwards, we will be hearing about an exciting program from Dr. Aaron Levy and Dr. Lyndsay Hoy that took place at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic into 2020. For more information into their upcoming projects, visit the RxMuseum site at: https://rxmuseum.org/ 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Quang Ngo, Dr. Aaron Levy & Dr. Lyndsay Hoy

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 23

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Michael Hartmann

Dr. Margo Mountjoy

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan



The Health Leadership Academy | Leadership Development

In the twenty-third episode of MacPFD Spark, both speakers come to us virtually from McMaster and are here to talk about some exciting initiatives and experiences. To start off, we will be listening to Michael Hartmann discuss the health leadership academy at the degroote school of business here at McMaster. Next, we will be listening to Dr. Margo Mountjoy discuss her experiences carving out a space to lead within the Waterloo regional campus.

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Michael Hartmann & Dr. Margo Mountjoy

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Teresa Chan

Special Episode III

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Andrew Latchman

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan



Fatigue Risk Management

For our third special episode release of the MacPFD Spark podcast, we have recorded a virtual discussion between Dr. Andrew Latchman and Dr. Teresa Chan about fatigue risk management in the healthcare setting. In this episode, we will be listening to an in-depth discussion concerning the environment around fatigue in the workplace, identifiers, and possible solutions from a new initiative led by Dr. Latchman. 

This project comes from within Resident Affairs with the goal to help address burnout and fatigue. We felt this project was so poignant and time-sensitive that the Spark team rushed to push out Dr. Latchman’s discussion in the form of our third special episode.

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes -  be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Andrew Latchman

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 22

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Sarrah Lal

Dr. Parveen Wasi

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan



Innovation in Healthcare | Leadership in Post-Grad Education

In the twenty-second episode of MacPFD Spark, we will be listening to guest Sarrah Lal reflect on how to bring innovation into healthcare. Afterwards, Dr. Parveen Wasi will discuss the process of transitioning into a leadership role within post-graduate education and what the promotion process for that looks like. 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Sarrah Lal & Dr. Parveen Wasi

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 21

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Sharon Bal

Dr. Tara Packham

Dr. Teresa Chan

Dr. Lawrence Mbuagbaw

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan



Discussing Social Media | Equity & Knowledge Syntheses

In the twenty-first episode of MacPFD Spark, we will be listening to Drs. Sharon Bal, Tara Packham, and Teresa Chan discuss social media as a valuable tool for improving yourself as a scholar, educator, and leader. Afterwards, we will be welcoming back Dr. Lawrence Mbuagbaw to talk about health equity and knowledge syntheses. 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Drs. Sharon Bal, Tara Packham, Teresa Chan, & Lawrence Mbuagbaw

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 20

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Karen McAssey

Dr. Michael Gottlieb

Dr. Mary Calderone-Haas

Dr. Yusuf Yilmaz

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan



Transitioning the MD Program | Collaborative Writing

In the twentieth episode of MacPFD Spark, we will be listening to Dr. Karen McAssey reflect on how the MD program at McMaster transitioned digitally during the COVID-19 pandemic. Next, we will be returning to a previously-syndicated webinar on collaborative writing with Dr. Michael Gottlieb, Dr. Mary Calderone-Haas, and Dr. Yusuf Yilmaz. 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Drs. Karen McAssey, Michael Gottlieb, Mary Calderone-Haas, Yusuf Yilmaz

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 19

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Teresa Chan

Dr. Michael Gottlieb

Dr. Mary Calderone-Haas

Dr. Jon Sherbino

Interviewer:
Dr. Alim Nagji

Dr. Teresa Chan



Clinical Supervision | Achieving Multiple Wins

In the nineteenth episode of MacPFD Spark, we will be listening to Dr. Alim Nagji interview Dr. Teresa Chan in a new installment of "Dear Supervisor: Clinical Edition". Next, we will be listening to speakers from our "Multiple Wins" panel talk about how to get the most out of our work by creating as much value as we can from past and current projects. 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Drs. Teresa Chan, Michael Gottlieb, Mary Haas, & Jon Sherbino

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Alim Nagji & Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 18

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr.  Todd Chang

Dr. Jeremy Rezmovitz

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan

Dr. Mohammad Zubairi



Serious Games | Improv in Medicine

In the eighteenth episode of MacPFD Spark, we will be listening to Dr. Todd Chang discuss how games can increase the fun and practical efficacy of what health educators do, without reducing the quality of education and research. Afterwards, we will take a listen to a conversation between Dr. Mohammad Zubairi and Dr. Jeremy Rezmovitz about the process and practice of introducing improv into medicine. 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Todd Chang and Dr. Jeremy Rezmovitz

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Teresa Chan and Dr. Mohammad Zubairi

Episode 17

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr.  Michelle Kho

Dr. Lara Varpio

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan



Inspiration in Research | Conceptual Frameworks

In the seventeenth episode of MacPFD Spark, we will be listening to Dr. Michelle Kho discuss finding inspiration in research and how to harness that energy. Afterwards, we will be listening to Dr. Lara Varpio offer some critical advice for improving their game with conceptual frameworks and theories. 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Michelle Kho and Dr. Lara Varpio

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 16

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr.  Page Morahan

Dr. Christina Shenvi

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan



Graceful Self Promotion | Tips For Avoiding Procrastination

In the sixteenth episode of MacPFD Spark, we will be listening to Dr. Page Morahan discuss how to promote yourself with grace in a meaningful, results-driven way. Afterwards, we will be listening to Dr. Christina Shenvi give some tips on avoiding procrastination in the workplace and elsewhere by organizing your life.

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Page Morahan and Dr. Christina Shenvi

Interviewer(s) -  Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 15

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Zainab Najarali

Dr. Walter Eppich

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan

Dr. Alim Nagji



Tips for Junior Faculty II | Learning Conversations

In the fifteenth episode of MacPFD Spark, we will be listening to a second installment of Dr. Alim Nagji's "Tips for Junior Faculty" series with special guest Zainab Najarali, who will be discussing her reflections on what makes a great clinical teacher. Afterwards, we will be listening to Dr. Walter Eppich discuss how to up your game with learning conversations in the health sciences! 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Zainab Najarali and Dr. Walter Eppich 

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Alim Nagji | Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 14 

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Leslie Barron

Dr. Sean Park

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan



Politics as a Physician | Playfulness and Path-finding in Healthcare

In the fourteenth episode of MacPFD Spark, we will be listening to Dr. Leslie Barron talk about engaging with the political sphere as a physician and how others can become involved. Afterwards, we will be listening to some insights from our returning guest Dr. Sean Park and the idea of playfulness in healthcare, as well as path-finding in the process. 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Leslie Barron and Dr. Sean Park

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 13 

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Carys Massarella

Dr. Susan Reid

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan



Trans Health Advocacy | Parental Leave

In the thirteenth episode of MacPFD Spark, we will be listening to a virtual discussion with Dr. Carys Massarella, who will be discussing the transgender healthcare clinic as well as advocacy for transgendered people in the healthcare system. Afterwards, we will be listening to Dr. Susan Reid discuss notions of parental leave and what needs to be done in order to achieve exceptional care for working parents and guardians. 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Carys Massarella and Dr. Susan Reid 

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 12

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Ruth Chen

Dr. Madeleine Verhovsek

Lyndon George

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan

Tenure and Promotion | Advocacy as Scholarship

In the twelfth episode of MacPFD Spark, we will be listening to a discussion with Dr. Ruth Chen about the mysteries of the tenure and promotion process. Afterwards, we will be listening to some insights from Dr. Madeleine Verhovsek and Hamilton-based political advocate Lyndon George about advocacy in the academy and how faculty and communities can benefit from more engaging more with social advocacy. 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Ruth Chen and Dr. Madeleine Verhovsek with speaker Lyndon George

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan

Special Episode II 

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Natasja Menezes

Dr. Enas el Gouhary

Dr. Sandra Moll

Dr. Nancy Carter

Safa Ayari

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan

Mentioned Resources:
Literature on the "Battle Buddies/Pandemic Pals" Initiative


Peer Support with Pandemic Pals

For our second special episode release of the MacPFD Spark podcast, we have compiled discussions from five different healthcare professionals over three different segments to talk about managing the weight of adapting to new working conditions in the pandemic setting. Also introduced in this episode is a new initiative for peer support known as the "Pandemic Pals" or "Battle Buddies" program - listen in as each of these talks delves more into implementing coping strategies in response to this pandemic.

For more information regarding the "Battle Buddies" initiative, check out the literature published at; https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32345861/ 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Natasja Menezes & Dr. Enas el Gouhary with Safa Ayari & Dr. Sandra Moll with Dr. Nancy Carter 

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 11

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Javeed Sukhera
Dr. Lawrence Mbuagbaw

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan

Bias in the Mirror | Health Equity in Research

In the eleventh episode of MacPFD Spark, we will be listening to a previously recorded web talk that focuses on addressing biases in healthcare with Dr. Javeed Sukhera. Afterwards, we will be listening to some insights from Dr. Lawrence Mbuagbaw about healthcare equity in research and what can be done to improve our own research for the benefit of ourselves and others. 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Javeed Sukhera and Dr. Lawrence Mbuagbaw
Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 10

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Jason Profetto
Dr. Robin Mackin

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan

Healthcare Leadership | Coaching

In the tenth episode of MacPFD Spark, Dr. Jason Profetto will be discussing healthcare leadership. Afterwards, we will be listening in on a keynote from an online coaching panel that provides some key aspects of coaching and the many modes it can take in the health professions with Dr. Robin Mackin.

The McMaster Program for Faculty Development team has also produced a new DIY Mentorship Playbook for any listeners (academics or physicians) interested in navigating the mentor relationships as either a mentor or as a mentee! You can check out the link to the book here: https://campusstore.mcmaster.ca/cgi-mcm/ws/gmdetail.pl?pwsPRODIDG1=7853438 

New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Jason Profetto and Dr. Robin Mackin

Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 9

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Bernice Downey
Dr. Steve Hanna

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan

Indigenous Health | Graduate Supervision

In the ninth episode of MacPFD Spark, we will be listening to a virtual discussion with Dr. Bernice Downey, who will be discussing the some ongoing Indigenous Health initiatives. Afterwards, we will be listening to Dr. Steve Hannah go into depth on graduate supervision and all of the milieu and details that are involved which are sometimes overlooked. New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Bernice Downey and Dr. Steve Hanna
Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 8 

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Kevin Dong
Dr. Lara Varpio

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan
Dr. Alim Nagji

Tips for Junior Faculty | Pain and Pleasure of Writing

In the eighth episode of MacPFD Spark, Dr. Alim Nagji will be discussing tips for junior educators in the health sciences with Dr. Kevin Dong. Afterwards, we will be listening in on the pleasure and pain of writing, including some strategies for managing the writing process with Dr. Lara Varpio. New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Kevin Dong and Dr. Lara Varpio
Interviewer(s) - Dr. Alim Nagji and Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 7

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Cathy Risdon
Dr. Jason Profetto

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan

Bringing New Life to Meetings | Leadership Development

In the seventh episode of MacPFD Spark, Dr. Cathy Risdon will be discussing the micro-skills of leadership, with particular respect to meetings. Afterwards, we will be listening in on some key aspects of leadership in the health professions with Dr. Jason Profetto. New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 


Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Cathy Risdon and Dr. Jason Profetto
Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 6 

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Mark Crowther
Dr. Saroo Sharda

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan

Efficiency in Scholarly Practice | Expanding Narrative Medicine

In the sixth episode of MacPFD Spark, Dr. Mark Crowther will be discussing methods to become more efficient in a scholarly capacity through Zoom-centered work culture.  Afterwards, we will be listening in on how introducing narrative medicine into the MacPFD community took place with Dr. Saroo Sharda. New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences! 

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Mark Crowther and Dr. Saroo Sharda
Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 5

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Susan Jack
Dr. Shawn Mondoux

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan


Mentioned Resources:
Click here to link to the resource that features Dr. Sherbino discussion how best to pick projects.

Narratives in Healthcare | Clinical Scholarship

In the fifth episode of MacPFD Spark, we will be discussing narratives in healthcare/education and a new book club initiative for helping develop empathetic practices with Dr. Susan Jack from the School of Nursing at McMaster University. Afterwards, Dr. Shawn Mondoux will be giving some insight into clinical scholarship and will introduce to us all of its benefits and intricacies. New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Susan Jack and Dr. Shawn Mondoux
Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 4 

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Robert Fleisig
Dr. Emma Apatu

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan

Creativity | Public Health Program

In the fourth episode of MacPFD Spark, we are welcoming back Dr. Robert Fleisig to discuss notions of creativity in healthcare and providing solutions for health-based problems before learning about the Master's of Public Health program at McMaster University with Dr. Emma Apatu. New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Robert Fleisig and Dr. Emma Apatu
Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan

Special Episode I 

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Sarah Adjekum
Lyndon George
Dr. Ameil Joseph
Dr. Madeleine Verhovsek

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan

From Stories to Action: Addressing Anti-Black Racism in Healthcare 

In this special episode, MacPFD Spark provides an alternate format to the McMaster University Department of Medicine's Chairs Grand Rounds talk on addressing anti-black racism in healthcare which took place on October 1st of 2020. Our thanks goes to speakers Sarah Adjekum, Lyndon George, Dr. Ameil Joseph, and Dr. Madeleine Verhovsek for their insights and by helping this discussion take place by sharing their lived experiences on sensitive subject-matter. 

Featured Guest(s) - Sarah Adjekum, Lyndon George, Dr. Ameil Joseph, and Dr. Madeleine Verhovsek

Episode 3 

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Dina Brooks
Dr. John Kelton

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan

Sponsorship & Mentorship | Innovation Initiative

In our third episode of the MacPFD Spark podcast, we will be discussing what it means to be a great mentor and sponsor with Dr. Dina Brooks before learning about the Michael G. DeGroote Innovation Initiative at McMaster University with Dr. John Kelton. New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Dina Brooks and Dr. John Kelton
Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 2

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Susan Reid
Dr. Geoff Norman

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan

Women in Academia | Founding Fathers

In our second episode; we will be discussing issues surrounding women in academia before learning more about the history and inception of the medical school at McMaster University. New Spark episodes launch on a biweekly basis - with exception for special event and themed episodes - so be sure to check back often for more content to help you grow and enhance your career in the health sciences!

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Susan Reid and Dr. Geoff Norman
Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 1 

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Robert Fleisig (School of Engineering)
Dr. Ruth Chen (School of Nursing)

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan

Design Thinking | Nursing Education

In Episode 1 we bring you two very cool topics - Design thinking, and Nursing Education. In this episode, Dr. Teresa Chan interviews Dr. Robert Fleisig, who is cross appointed to FHS and the W. Booth School of Engineering. Dr. Fleisig discusses the nature of design thinking and how it fits in healthcare. Then she interviews another rockstar educator - Dr. Ruth Chen - Nurse Practitioner and Nursing Academic. Dr. Chen discusses the behind the scenes of nursing education and shares a bit about her leadership journey.

Featured Guest(s) - Dr. Robert Fleisig and Dr. Ruth Chen
Interviewer(s) - Dr. Teresa Chan

Episode 0 

Sound Engineer:
Nick Hoskin

Music by:
Scott Holmes

Featured Guests:
Dr. Anjali Kundi (Niagara Regional Campus)
Dr. Amanda Bell (Niagara Regional Campus)

Interviewer:
Dr. Teresa Chan
Dr. Anjali Kundi

The Pilot

Our pilot episode Dr. Teresa Chan (Assistant Dean) and Dr. Anjali Kundi (Niagara Regional Campus Faculty Development Lead)  describes the purpose of our podcast. Then, we bring you a podcast where Dr. Kundi interviews the wonderful Dr. Amanda Bell, who is the Assistant Dean of Niagara Regional Campus.

Featured Guest - Dr. Amanda Bell
Interviewer(s) - Drs. Teresa Chan, Anjali Kundi

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