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]]> episodic no Healthcare Prospectives healthprospectives@gmail.com https://feeds.redcircle.com/40905278-9e5c-4b56-b125-ab6d68611843 false full Episode 17 Healthcare Prospectives A Glimpse into the Unique Role of Occupational Therapy in Patient Care This week, we had the opportunity to talk to Sikin Samanani, an occupational therapist with experience working in the long term care setting and for Indigenous populations in Alberta. Sikin tells us about how she landed on her journey in occupational therapy while elucidating the uniqueness of this discipline and the privilege it affords in making connections with patients. We also get to hear Sikin’s perspectives on the importance of empathy, patience, and advocacy in patient centered care and the areas of the system that merit more attention. Finally, we get to hear the advice she has for students who may be interested in pursuing a career in occupational therapy; advice which is also applicable to those who are interested in pursuing a career in other healthcare fields. A Glimpse into the Unique Role of Occupational Therapy in Patient Care This week, we had the opportunity to talk to Sikin Samanani, an occupational therapist with experience working in the long term care setting and for Indigenous populations in Alberta. Sikin tells us about how she landed on her journey in occupational therapy while elucidating the uniqueness of this discipline and the privilege it affords in making connections with patients. We also get to hear Sikin’s perspectives on the importance of empathy, patience, and advocacy in patient centered care and the areas of the system that merit more attention. Finally, we get to hear the advice she has for students who may be interested in pursuing a career in occupational therapy; advice which is also applicable to those who are interested in pursuing a career in other healthcare fields. 5f4d94dfca91f93df550624e:5f4e64d32890742e16186d63:6132ba0587dfa87db30f237c https://www.healthcareprospectives.com/podcasts/episode-17 Sat, 04 Sep 2021 00:12:00 +0000 1405 false full Episode 16 Healthcare Prospectives Healthcare and Health System Perspectives From the Side of Public Health and Recreational Therapy This week, we sat down with Samantha Perrotta, a PhD student in the Department of Health, Aging, and Society at McMaster University who has experience working as a recreational therapist and has completed her Master’s in Public Health. Sam discusses her educational and career journey and we learn that the journey to choosing a career is not necessarily always simple but may be influenced through life experiences and mentors. She also eloquently explains the approach recreational therapists take towards patient care and how she used her experiences to influence her approach to learning about healthcare and health inequities during her Masters of Public Health Program. We are then able to continue to gain more insight into the importance of considering the social determinants of health in individual health outcomes and the importance of interdisciplinary approaches and teamwork in patient care from a public health and recreational therapy perspective. Sam also shares some great advice for students considering a field in healthcare! Healthcare and Health System Perspectives From the Side of Public Health and Recreational Therapy This week, we sat down with Samantha Perrotta, a PhD student in the Department of Health, Aging, and Society at McMaster University who has experience working as a recreational therapist and has completed her Master’s in Public Health. Sam discusses her educational and career journey and we learn that the journey to choosing a career is not necessarily always simple but may be influenced through life experiences and mentors. She also eloquently explains the approach recreational therapists take towards patient care and how she used her experiences to influence her approach to learning about healthcare and health inequities during her Masters of Public Health Program. We are then able to continue to gain more insight into the importance of considering the social determinants of health in individual health outcomes and the importance of interdisciplinary approaches and teamwork in patient care from a public health and recreational therapy perspective. Sam also shares some great advice for students considering a field in healthcare! 5f4d94dfca91f93df550624e:5f4e64d32890742e16186d63:60fb961f7abc9717f78af1e7 https://www.healthcareprospectives.com/podcasts/episode-16 Sat, 24 Jul 2021 04:30:59 +0000 1540 false full Episode 15 Healthcare Prospectives Looking at the Importance of Community Health Centers in Patient Care and Health Promotion Including Efforts to Consider Food Security in Health This week, we sat down with Andrew Sweetnam, a PhD student in the Social Gerontology Program at McMaster University in the Health and Aging Department and a community development worker at Compass Community Health Center in Hamilton, ON. In both his research and career pursuits, he has a strong interest in food security and the social determinants of health. He tells us about his unique educational and career journey which started in kinesiology and led to a passion for enhancing food security while bringing in his perspectives on health systems. Listeners also get the opportunity to learn about the important approach community health centers take in patient care while emphasizing the role of interdisciplinarity in this line of work. Andrew also provides thought provoking insights for students to consider. Looking at the Importance of Community Health Centers in Patient Care and Health Promotion Including Efforts to Consider Food Security in Health This week, we sat down with Andrew Sweetnam, a PhD student in the Social Gerontology Program at McMaster University in the Health and Aging Department and a community development worker at Compass Community Health Center in Hamilton, ON. In both his research and career pursuits, he has a strong interest in food security and the social determinants of health. He tells us about his unique educational and career journey which started in kinesiology and led to a passion for enhancing food security while bringing in his perspectives on health systems. Listeners also get the opportunity to learn about the important approach community health centers take in patient care while emphasizing the role of interdisciplinarity in this line of work. Andrew also provides thought provoking insights for students to consider. 5f4d94dfca91f93df550624e:5f4e64d32890742e16186d63:60d0d8b9dd814843916f526a https://www.healthcareprospectives.com/podcasts/episode-15 Mon, 21 Jun 2021 18:21:45 +0000 2189 false full Episode 14 Healthcare Prospectives A Look into the Unique Role of Geographical Information Systems in our Health Systems This week, we had the privilege to sit down with Patrick Deluca, an expert in geographical information systems (GIS) with interests in air quality monitoring, modeling and mapping, regional variations in health quality and healthcare, and more. Patrick is also an instructor at McMaster University. He tells us about his journey on choosing GIS as a career path while sharing valuable lessons on what he learnt along the way. Listeners also get an opportunity to learn about the unique and important relation of GIS with population health and how professionals in this field work collaboratively with other health professionals. We then touch on how GIS helps elucidate the importance of considering the social determinants of health and increasing awareness of health inequities A Look into the Unique Role of Geographical Information Systems in our Health Systems This week, we had the privilege to sit down with Patrick Deluca, an expert in geographical information systems (GIS) with interests in air quality monitoring, modeling and mapping, regional variations in health quality and healthcare, and more. Patrick is also an instructor at McMaster University. He tells us about his journey on choosing GIS as a career path while sharing valuable lessons on what he learnt along the way. Listeners also get an opportunity to learn about the unique and important relation of GIS with population health and how professionals in this field work collaboratively with other health professionals. We then touch on how GIS helps elucidate the importance of considering the social determinants of health and increasing awareness of health inequities 5f4d94dfca91f93df550624e:5f4e64d32890742e16186d63:6099603790702b7b26ee6c12 https://www.healthcareprospectives.com/podcasts/episode-14 Mon, 10 May 2021 16:32:55 +0000 2022 false full Episode 13 Healthcare Prospectives A Look into the Unique Pursuit of Health Law and the Profession’s Role in Healthcare This week, we sit down with Farah, a lawyer working in the field of Health Law. In this podcast, Farah tells us about the process behind her decision to pursue law after obtaining a Bachelor’s of Health Sciences degree. Farah also speaks about what it’s like to practice law within the healthcare sector, including the intersection of her work with healthcare workers and patients. We also hear her interesting take on what students can do when exploring career choices during and after undergraduate studies. A Look into the Unique Pursuit of Health Law and the Profession’s Role in Healthcare This week, we sit down with Farah, a lawyer working in the field of Health Law. In this podcast, Farah tells us about the process behind her decision to pursue law after obtaining a Bachelor’s of Health Sciences degree. Farah also speaks about what it’s like to practice law within the healthcare sector, including the intersection of her work with healthcare workers and patients. We also hear her interesting take on what students can do when exploring career choices during and after undergraduate studies. 5f4d94dfca91f93df550624e:5f4e64d32890742e16186d63:6081e1cf62f6fe2e0dce95e6 https://www.healthcareprospectives.com/podcasts/episode-13 Thu, 22 Apr 2021 20:51:27 +0000 883 false full Episode 12 Healthcare Prospectives A Brief Look into Forensic Nursing In this week’s podcast, we sit down with Athani, a recent graduate from the Nursing Program at McMaster University, presently working as a Registered Nurse in the Forensics Unit at her hospital. Athani shares with us the experiences that led her to pursue a career in nursing, including her mother’s influence as a personal support care worker. Additionally, we hear insights Athani has about the healthcare system from a nurse perspective. Finally, Athani provides thoughtful advice for students interested in working in a healthcare field. A Brief Look into Forensic Nursing In this week’s podcast, we sit down with Athani, a recent graduate from the Nursing Program at McMaster University, presently working as a Registered Nurse in the Forensics Unit at her hospital. Athani shares with us the experiences that led her to pursue a career in nursing, including her mother’s influence as a personal support care worker. Additionally, we hear insights Athani has about the healthcare system from a nurse perspective. Finally, Athani provides thoughtful advice for students interested in working in a healthcare field. 5f4d94dfca91f93df550624e:5f4e64d32890742e16186d63:605c05b111e5b13ba876ac1c https://www.healthcareprospectives.com/podcasts/episode-12 Thu, 25 Mar 2021 03:38:25 +0000 706 false full Episode 11 Healthcare Prospectives Following Kyle’s unique journey from Physiotherapy to Research Kyle Vader is a physiotherapist in an interprofessional chronic pain program at Kingston Health Sciences Centre and PhD candidate in Rehabilitation Science at Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario. He completed a Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) with a Minor in Psychology from McMaster University and a Master of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Toronto. In this podcast, Kyle shares his unique journey that led him to where he is today. He also provides us with some insight on the healthcare system from a physiotherapist’s perspective, including the role of allied healthcare professionals in the provision of interprofessional care as well as areas of improvement in our health system. Lastly, Kyle provides thoughtful advice on students who are at the early point of their career journey.  Following Kyle’s unique journey from Physiotherapy to Research Kyle Vader is a physiotherapist in an interprofessional chronic pain program at Kingston Health Sciences Centre and PhD candidate in Rehabilitation Science at Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario. He completed a Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) with a Minor in Psychology from McMaster University and a Master of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Toronto. In this podcast, Kyle shares his unique journey that led him to where he is today. He also provides us with some insight on the healthcare system from a physiotherapist’s perspective, including the role of allied healthcare professionals in the provision of interprofessional care as well as areas of improvement in our health system. Lastly, Kyle provides thoughtful advice on students who are at the early point of their career journey.  5f4d94dfca91f93df550624e:5f4e64d32890742e16186d63:6039487f5d7d194b64080a44 https://www.healthcareprospectives.com/podcasts/episode-11 Fri, 26 Feb 2021 19:19:26 +0000 1674 false full Episode 10 Healthcare Prospectives The Role of Clinical and Health Sciences Librarians in Health Information Literacy and Dissemination In this week’s podcast we get the opportunity to interview Denise Smith, a Health Sciences Librarian at McMaster University, and a sessional course instructor in the Bachelor of Health Sciences Program. In this podcast, Denise shares the role of health sciences librarians, clinical librarians and more, in promoting health information literacy and conducting informative research within the health sciences. She discusses how librarians work with physicians, researchers and other allied health professionals within the field of evidence-based research and patient and student information education. Denise also shares advice for prospective healthcare students in regard to critically appraising the literature and data sources they are exposed to.  The Role of Clinical and Health Sciences Librarians in Health Information Literacy and Dissemination In this week’s podcast we get the opportunity to interview Denise Smith, a Health Sciences Librarian at McMaster University, and a sessional course instructor in the Bachelor of Health Sciences Program. In this podcast, Denise shares the role of health sciences librarians, clinical librarians and more, in promoting health information literacy and conducting informative research within the health sciences. She discusses how librarians work with physicians, researchers and other allied health professionals within the field of evidence-based research and patient and student information education. Denise also shares advice for prospective healthcare students in regard to critically appraising the literature and data sources they are exposed to.  5f4d94dfca91f93df550624e:5f4e64d32890742e16186d63:5fd83e5a1414602fbe8f3884 https://www.healthcareprospectives.com/podcasts/episode-10 Fri, 08 Jan 2021 04:40:00 +0000 2124 false full Episode 9 9 Healthcare Prospectives In this episode, we have the chance to talk with Dr. Debbie Nifakis, Psychologist and Associate Director in Counselling at the Student Wellness Centre and Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences at McMaster University. In this podcast, Debbie shares her unique career path that led her to psychology. We also gain insight regarding the challenges and rewards of working as a psychologist along with what good inter-professional teamwork in the field of mental health may look like. This includes learning how psychologists and counsellors work alongside medical physicians to enhance patient care. Lastly, we hear Debbie’s advice for prospective healthcare students. In this episode, we have the chance to talk with Dr. Debbie Nifakis, Psychologist and Associate Director in Counselling at the Student Wellness Centre and Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences at McMaster University. In this podcast, Debbie shares her unique career path that led her to psychology. We also gain insight regarding the challenges and rewards of working as a psychologist along with what good inter-professional teamwork in the field of mental health may look like. This includes learning how psychologists and counsellors work alongside medical physicians to enhance patient care. Lastly, we hear Debbie’s advice for prospective healthcare students. 5f4d94dfca91f93df550624e:5f4e64d32890742e16186d63:5fd7bdc3046d24045b969772 https://www.healthcareprospectives.com/podcasts/episode-8-e4grz Wed, 16 Dec 2020 16:21:05 +0000 1864 false full Episode 8 8 Healthcare Prospectives Today we sit down with Dr. Arig al Shaibah, an associated vice-president of equity and inclusion at McMaster University as well as an adjunct associate professor in the Department of Sociology. In this podcast, Dr. al Shaibah discusses her work on equity and inclusion at McMaster and explores the barriers that racialized individuals face at both the individual and systematic level. We also gain insight on how these barriers can be improved and what students can do to recognize their personal sense of agency, power, and privilege to contribute to equity and inclusion within their own circle of influence. Today we sit down with Dr. Arig al Shaibah, an associated vice-president of equity and inclusion at McMaster University as well as an adjunct associate professor in the Department of Sociology. In this podcast, Dr. al Shaibah discusses her work on equity and inclusion at McMaster and explores the barriers that racialized individuals face at both the individual and systematic level. We also gain insight on how these barriers can be improved and what students can do to recognize their personal sense of agency, power, and privilege to contribute to equity and inclusion within their own circle of influence. 5f4d94dfca91f93df550624e:5f4e64d32890742e16186d63:5fb74999fcd3af420df1babe https://www.healthcareprospectives.com/podcasts/episode-8 Thu, 15 Oct 2020 03:44:00 +0000 1367 false full Episode 7 7 Healthcare Prospectives In this week’s podcast we interview Dr. Ana Tomljenovic-Berube, an assistant professor in the Life Science and Integrated Sciences department at McMaster University. In this podcast, she shares with us a little bit about her educational and career path, as well as the importance of the field of microbiology and genetics including ethical considerations, innovation, and the interconnectedness of microbiology and genetics to the healthcare field as a whole. We also gain insight on how students can keep up to date with scientific literature and prepare themselves for a career in healthcare. In this week’s podcast we interview Dr. Ana Tomljenovic-Berube, an assistant professor in the Life Science and Integrated Sciences department at McMaster University. In this podcast, she shares with us a little bit about her educational and career path, as well as the importance of the field of microbiology and genetics including ethical considerations, innovation, and the interconnectedness of microbiology and genetics to the healthcare field as a whole. We also gain insight on how students can keep up to date with scientific literature and prepare themselves for a career in healthcare. 5f4d94dfca91f93df550624e:5f4e64d32890742e16186d63:5fb744d5d4788b5df8cc926e https://www.healthcareprospectives.com/podcasts/episode-7 Thu, 01 Oct 2020 03:23:00 +0000 2766 false full Episode 6 6 Healthcare Prospectives Today we sit down with Dorit, a second year speech language pathology student at McMaster University. In this podcast Dorit gives us a breakdown of what the SLP graduate program looks like, the steps that are needed to apply to become a speech language pathologist, and the work that professionals in this field do. We also get her insight on what students can do to prepare while in their undergrad if they are considering this field. Along with the challenges, Dorit highlights the rewards and memorable moments experienced in her clinical placements. Make sure to tune in!  Today we sit down with Dorit, a second year speech language pathology student at McMaster University. In this podcast Dorit gives us a breakdown of what the SLP graduate program looks like, the steps that are needed to apply to become a speech language pathologist, and the work that professionals in this field do. We also get her insight on what students can do to prepare while in their undergrad if they are considering this field. Along with the challenges, Dorit highlights the rewards and memorable moments experienced in her clinical placements. Make sure to tune in!  5f4d94dfca91f93df550624e:5f4e64d32890742e16186d63:5faa286edb59ea584e2637a3 https://www.healthcareprospectives.com/podcasts/episode1-n9ptn-kkm2n-fz8ff-s6lac-aapfl Wed, 20 May 2020 04:43:00 +0000 981 false full Episode 5 5 Healthcare Prospectives In today’s podcast we listen to a healthcare worker currently working in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. There are many implications of this pandemic including the effects on the physical, mental, and social health of our communities and families. In such times however, we should look to those who are stepping up to make things better for all. We may be looking to those who are fighting to keep this virus at bay, such as our healthcare professionals. As such, we are incredibly thankful for the work done by our healthcare providers and for the optimism their work instills in us. So today, let’s hear from Sharon, a nurse practitioner in an emergency department and a nurse in ICU, on her experiences in dealing with this pandemic as a front line worker. In today’s podcast we listen to a healthcare worker currently working in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. There are many implications of this pandemic including the effects on the physical, mental, and social health of our communities and families. In such times however, we should look to those who are stepping up to make things better for all. We may be looking to those who are fighting to keep this virus at bay, such as our healthcare professionals. As such, we are incredibly thankful for the work done by our healthcare providers and for the optimism their work instills in us. So today, let’s hear from Sharon, a nurse practitioner in an emergency department and a nurse in ICU, on her experiences in dealing with this pandemic as a front line worker. 5f4d94dfca91f93df550624e:5f4e64d32890742e16186d63:5faa275c97fdff3d3c56fde3 https://www.healthcareprospectives.com/podcasts/episode1-n9ptn-kkm2n-fz8ff-s6lac Mon, 06 Apr 2020 04:38:00 +0000 545 false full Episode 4 4 Healthcare Prospectives This week, we get the opportunity to hear from David Jewell, a communications professor in the Bachelors of Health Sciences (Honours) Program at McMaster University. In this podcast, David provides us with insight into his dynamic and diverse healthcare career journey which involve both clinical and outpatient care settings. As an experienced counsellor and communications professor, he also highlights and discusses communication skills and strategies, applicable to both healthcare settings and day-today conversations. Make sure to tune in! This week, we get the opportunity to hear from David Jewell, a communications professor in the Bachelors of Health Sciences (Honours) Program at McMaster University. In this podcast, David provides us with insight into his dynamic and diverse healthcare career journey which involve both clinical and outpatient care settings. As an experienced counsellor and communications professor, he also highlights and discusses communication skills and strategies, applicable to both healthcare settings and day-today conversations. Make sure to tune in! 5f4d94dfca91f93df550624e:5f4e64d32890742e16186d63:5faa25a7420aac6e8241f9c2 https://www.healthcareprospectives.com/podcasts/episode1-n9ptn-kkm2n-fz8ff Tue, 21 Jan 2020 05:31:00 +0000 1495 false full Episode 3 3 Healthcare Prospectives This week our team had the privilege to sit down with Hartley Jaffine, a loved and respected professor here at McMaster. The conversation revolves around exploring the nuances between the collaboration of medicine/science with the arts. Specifically, the implementation of improv and theater skills to coach medical students, residents, and doctors to increase clinical competency. For instance, using the “yes, and” method from improv to help develop the routine of exploring an idea rather than relying on biases and heuristics. This week our team had the privilege to sit down with Hartley Jaffine, a loved and respected professor here at McMaster. The conversation revolves around exploring the nuances between the collaboration of medicine/science with the arts. Specifically, the implementation of improv and theater skills to coach medical students, residents, and doctors to increase clinical competency. For instance, using the “yes, and” method from improv to help develop the routine of exploring an idea rather than relying on biases and heuristics. 5f4d94dfca91f93df550624e:5f4e64d32890742e16186d63:5faa2482abff00237e9f981a https://www.healthcareprospectives.com/podcasts/episode1-n9ptn-kkm2n Tue, 12 Nov 2019 05:26:00 +0000 1569 false full Episode 2 2 Healthcare Prospectives In this week’s podcast, HealthCast had the honour of interviewing Dr. Ruth Cusack, a physician and research fellow currently working in the cardio-respiratory field.  Dr. Cusack is natively from Ireland where she received her medical degree, and it was during her medical education that she found an interest in researching treatments for respiratory diseases. Coming to Canada, she has focused on elucidating the mechanisms behind major airway diseases such as COPD and asthma and she has been a part of clinical studies looking into atopic dermatitis. Dr. Cusack talks to us about how physicians are constantly involved in different forms of research whether that be in actual clinical studies or in their day to day work. She also discusses how her clinical research skills transfer over to her role as a physician and vice versa. Take a listen to also hear her advice for students pursuing a future career in healthcare. For instance, she explains the importance of having an open mind and not limiting oneself as there are many areas in the field where your passions may lie. In this week’s podcast, HealthCast had the honour of interviewing Dr. Ruth Cusack, a physician and research fellow currently working in the cardio-respiratory field.  Dr. Cusack is natively from Ireland where she received her medical degree, and it was during her medical education that she found an interest in researching treatments for respiratory diseases. Coming to Canada, she has focused on elucidating the mechanisms behind major airway diseases such as COPD and asthma and she has been a part of clinical studies looking into atopic dermatitis. Dr. Cusack talks to us about how physicians are constantly involved in different forms of research whether that be in actual clinical studies or in their day to day work. She also discusses how her clinical research skills transfer over to her role as a physician and vice versa. Take a listen to also hear her advice for students pursuing a future career in healthcare. For instance, she explains the importance of having an open mind and not limiting oneself as there are many areas in the field where your passions may lie. 5f4d94dfca91f93df550624e:5f4e64d32890742e16186d63:5f80ee2180994b2d93d4e1a2 https://www.healthcareprospectives.com/podcasts/episode1-n9ptn Mon, 07 Oct 2019 23:21:00 +0000 1479 false full Episode 1 1 Healthcare Prospectives For our very first podcast, our team sits down with Alex and Glynis—two wonderful staff members from one of Hamilton’s long-term care homes, Idlewyd Manor. This conservation reveals notable insights regarding the importance of volunteers for these institutions, a few of the experiences volunteers may have, as well as some of the valuable skills volunteers will be able to develop. We discuss how high school and undergraduate students can get involved with this type of work and really make a difference. For our very first podcast, our team sits down with Alex and Glynis—two wonderful staff members from one of Hamilton’s long-term care homes, Idlewyd Manor. This conservation reveals notable insights regarding the importance of volunteers for these institutions, a few of the experiences volunteers may have, as well as some of the valuable skills volunteers will be able to develop. We discuss how high school and undergraduate students can get involved with this type of work and really make a difference. 5f4d94dfca91f93df550624e:5f4e64d32890742e16186d63:5f7a02ba614c320e215acefc https://www.healthcareprospectives.com/podcasts/episode1 Thu, 09 May 2019 17:13:00 +0000 1619 false