MDF Instruments Podcast

NICU Nurse Rachel sat down with MDF Instruments to talk about what it's like helping premature and often underweight babies, in their crucial few months of life. Rachel has been coined "Angel In Scrubs" for the bonds she creates in the NICU. Working with families through their most vulnerable and frightening times is her life's purpose, and the world is better for it.

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Life doesn't always happen on our timeline or in the order we would like. What happens when you get derailed from your plans? Gabriela sat down with us to talk about how she navigated not getting into Veterinarian School the first time, and how she turned lemons into lemonade.

As a little boy from Haiti, this Emergency Medicine Doctor thought the person giving him medicine to fix his asthma was a magician. That belief would inspire young Gagou to one day become a magician himself. Watch our latest podcast and hear how struggles, tribulations and obstacles were overshadowed by a belief in magic. ✨

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Dr. Young recently came back from a 6 month mission trip with Floating Doctors caring for those in need. We discuss the challenge of operating and growing a healthcare and community development service in such resource-limited regions. Floating Doctors crew come from all over the world, united by their common desire to live a life of service and bring health to all.

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Randall, a PA Student, sat down with MDF Instruments Crafting Wellness Podcast to talk about what a Physician Associate does, how to become one, and why he loves it!

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"My patients are superheroes, the ones I believe in most." - Valeria R

Valeria is a pediatric oncology nurse--a highly specialized and sensitive role. Caring for children with cancer brings out myriad of emotions and can test one's resiliency. At the end of the day, these brave children are inspirational and their resiliency and strength encourage all of us to keep fighting.

Gabriela sat down with MDF Instrument's Crafting Wellness Podcast to discuss life on the road to her DVM. From getting her bachelor's degree, to applying for Veterinary School, to taking a gap year, all in the pursuit of becoming a Veterinarian. Her resilience and empathy in her quest is inspiring. Gabriela reminds us all to follow our dreams, wherever they may lead.

Having recently passed her NCLEX exam, Stacy Bianchi took some time to talk to MDF about her journey in nursing; A calling that found her.

Kristina went to Medical School in the Philippines and offers a unique perspective on how International Medical Graduates can navigate becoming a practicing doctor in the U.S. She also discuss her passion for Medical Missions and for bringing health and wellness to people from all walks of life.

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Nurse Jackie is a Chicago RN, Yoga Instructor, Nurse Educator, and student on her way to becoming a Family Nurse Practitioner. After not getting into Medical School, Nurse Jackie found her purpose. As a nurse educator, she is extremely well versed in the medical field. This interview has something for everyone!

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