The podcast takes an exciting turn as Jake Muldoon, the seasoned host, graciously hands over the microphone to the new host, Peter Samuel. With a blend of excitement and nostalgia, listeners are invited to witness this pivotal moment as the torch is passed. Join us as we bid farewell to Jake's tenure and warmly welcome Peter to the hosting seat. This episode is all about new beginnings and the continuation of the podcast you know and love, now with a new voice at the helm.

The COVID pandemic has been catastrophic around the world. Within the United States there are communities harder hit than others. Dr. Ricardo Correa and his team have gone above and beyond the call to service for the latino community. Education is the answer to misinformation and building trust is key. He is an individual that lives up to our motto: "Be Curious and Be Kind".

The secret to life is simple but it is hard to carry out. As years tick by it can seem that opportunity escapes us. That couldn't be farther from the truth. The International Journal of Clinical Research has shown me that with the right people and proper state of well-being, that which seems impossible can be a reality. Who could've predicted the growth that we've seen? In the end, when we invest in ourselves with the goal of reaching others true fulfillment can be realized. 

Those in the medical field can all agree, some days you just want to give up. Monday Motivations are to remind us of all the great things we can do, to never quit, and to KEEP GOING. Be Curious and Be Kind .

Without innovation the research field of medicine would fade away. Research is hard and at times can be crushing. Dr. William Oh is a pioneer for prostate cancer research and is optimistic about the future of the field. We discuss his contributions which have pushed our limits of understanding, but we also learn about who he is as a person and what lies in his heart.....his family. I was happy to have met him and am sure you will feel the same after listening to him speak. This is Medicine: Beyond the Science. 

The KGB had a dossier on him, he attended the funeral for a Soviet Head of State, and as an American he was asked by the Soviet Union to coordinate medical relief to the Chernobyl nuclear disaster. The life of Dr. Robert Peter Gale sounds like it should be a movie, in fact his accounts at Chernobyl were made into a film, in which he was portrayed by Golden Globe winning actor Jon Voight. Having published more than 1,000 scientific articles and over 20 books, his contributions to the medical field is well established, but we also learn of his compassion towards his patients and pride he takes in his students. This is Medicine: Beyond the Science.

Guest  Dr. Yan Leyfman was a victim of the Chernobyl Nuclear Disaster, the overwhelming odds of survival that he and his family faced were unfathomable.  Like so many others, he found himself an immigrant in Brooklyn, NY. When the COVID-19 pandemic wreaked havoc on his new found home he couldn’t stand by and watch. As part of the Global COVID-19 Taskforce he was recognized as a  City  Manhattan Hero for his community service and research contributions during the crisis. 

As we come to the end of Pride Month what does that even mean? It means we have brothers and sisters around the world with different sexual orientations who are no less deserving of Love than you or I. My guest Patrick Wolfe grew up in the Mormon religion, a branch of Christianity popular in the western United States. While living as a missionary he had to come to terms with being a gay man. The upheaval in his life led him to accepting and loving himself for who he is and now he is pursuing a career in nursing. His message of love and hope to the LGBTQ community is one we need to hear now more than ever... 

Plan A didn't work out? Good...there are 25 more letters in the alphabet to work through. When facing rejection it is easy for us to freeze and give up. I speak today with Dr. Yusuf Rahman, who received the news that he did not match for a residency program. While devastating to hear, he persevered, kept a positive mental attitude, and found success. We discuss the importance of having support from family and friends, along with the ability to accept your shortcomings. Dr. Rahman's inspiring story is a reminder to us all that there are always better days ahead. 

An open access journal for clinical research?! A collaborative effort around the globe. We speak with Dr. Gregory Nicolas, the managing editor for IJCR (International Journal of Clinical Research). He shares his story on how an idea became a reality and continues to grow. Raised in Lebanon, now living in Brazil, his journey across the hemispheres led him to finding his passion. That passion is now shared with the many diverse members of the team within the organization. The international group has overcome countless obstacles and looks forward to encouraging research and publication.