Medicine & Healthcare Around The World

Timestamps:

• 00:00 - 06:57: Introduction
• 06:57 - 13:50: A motivation to come up with a solution
• 13:50 - 30:56: Acetylsalicylic acid & Nitroglycerin  
• 30:56 - 44:06 The SMHeartCard
• 44:06 - 1:00:011 - The Future of the SMHeartCard

Heart attacks can strike anyone, and the difference between life and death often comes down to precious seconds. Hear from James Stewart, the engineer, inventor, and CEO of SMHeartCard, on the personal motivation that drove him to create a life-saving solution, and learn from Dr. Neal Davies, professor in pharmaceutical sciences, about the rigorous testing of the SMHeartCard in his lab that ensures its life-saving reliability.

A story of innovation, urgency, and a commitment to make sure no time is wasted during a heart attack.

The smheartcard is a compact, credit-card sized container specifically engineered to carry and protect the two most critical medications needed immediately during a suspected heart attack or severe angina: Acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) and Nitroglycerin (NTG). Its patented technology is designed to seal and stabilize the highly sensitive Nitroglycerin pills against degradation from light, oxygen, and moisture for at least six months, ensuring the medication remains potent and effective when it matters most. Clinically validated and peer-reviewed in publications like the Canadian Medical Association Journal, the smheartcard’s core purpose is convenience and immediate access. Because a cardiac event can happen anywhere, this small, durable card is designed to be carried everywhere—in a wallet, pocket, or purse—bridging the crucial time gap between the onset of symptoms and arrival of professional medical help by providing life-saving medications instantly. 

Learn more about the smheartcard:

• https://smheartcard.ca/

Social Media:

• https://www.facebook.com/smheartcard
• https://www.instagram.com/smheartcard

• https://www.linkedin.com/company/smheartcard-inc/

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Guest Introduction:

What does it take to truly go the extra mile? Join me in the next episode as I discuss with Dr. Jeff Mapp how Extra Mile Pediatrics is transforming lives through sustainable care. We'll dive into their unique model of revisiting children in underserved communities every six months. A story of dedication, hope, and a promise kept. 

Extra Mile Pediatrics is an NGO dedicated to providing repeated, quality pediatric healthcare to children in underserved communities in Guatemala and El Salvador. Their innovative approach to care focuses on sustainability and a holistic understanding of health. Instead of one-time medical missions, they build long-term relationships with the same communities, families, and local leaders. By returning every six months, they are able to track a child's growth and development over time, which is critical for identifying and treating foundational health issues. Their holistic model goes beyond the clinic by addressing critical factors like access to clean water, providing health and wellness education, and offering specialized services such as telehealth speech therapy. This commitment ensures that the positive health changes they create are not just temporary fixes, but a lasting foundation for a healthier future.

Learn more about Extra Mile Pediatrics:
• https://www.extramilepediatrics.com/

• Social Media:
https://www.instagram.com/extramilepediatrics 
https://www.facebook.com/extramilepediatrics  

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• Timestamps:

00:00 - 11:22: Intro
11:23 - 18:14: The Initiative
18:15 - 30:52: Corazones Excepcionales
30:52 - 36:56: Building Connections
36:57 - 58:56: Good Intentions vs. Doing Good
58:57 - 59:49: Outro


• Guest Introduction:

The Wabash Global Health Initiative, directed by Eric Wetzel, provides Wabash College students with unique opportunities to learn about and engage in global public health through hands-on experiences and local, regional, and international partnerships. Notably, their international work in Peru gives students the chance to engage in programs such as "Corazones Excepcionales" (Exceptional Hearts), "Vida Sana" (Healthy Lifestyle), and "Creciendo Juntos" (Growing Together), working directly with local communities on public health initiatives, emphasizing community service and developing future leaders in the field.


Learn more about GHI-Peru:

• Contact Details:
- Dr. Eric Wetzel: [email protected]
- Milagros Ramos Coronado: [email protected]

• Social Media:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghi_peru/
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ghi-per%C3%BA/posts/?feedView=all

• International Oppurtunities:

Wabash College welcomes applications from international students. If you're a prospective international student interested in applying to Wabash, please visit their international student admissions page for detailed information on the application process, requirements, and support services: https://www.wabash.edu/international/international


• Articles:

- Crump et al., "Guidelines for Responsible Short-Term Global Health Activities: Developing Common Principles," (2010), https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21077884/

- Evert et al., "Short-term medical service trips: a systematic review of the evidence," (2016), https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26630608/

- Jacobs et al., "Who Is Served Best by Health Professions Service-Learning Trips?" (2019), https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31550217/


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Timestamps:
0:00 Guest Introduction
7:59 Neglected Global Diseases
21:58 Amphotericin B
35:22 When Medicine Meets Humanity
51:05 The Birth Of NGDI-UBC

Guest Introduction:
Dr. Kishor Wasan's work in pharmaceutical sciences has been recognized with over 25 awards, and he's published more than 550 research papers, focusing on how drugs are delivered in the body. As the former associate dean of Research at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada and the co-founder of the Neglected Global Disease Initiative at the same university, Dr. Kishor Wasan has dedicated a large part of his life to finding solutions for diseases that often get overlooked. In particular, he's developing an oral, less toxic form of a drug called Amphotericin B, which is currently in clinical trials to treat Leishmaniasis, a neglected tropical disease that devastates many impoverished areas of the world. Let's jump into the episode and hear the story by Dr. Wasan himself.

Watch the video interview on my Youtube channel:
https://youtu.be/ZEO2cyzApGo

Follow Dr. Kishor Wasan:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-kishor-wasan-b6a21728/

Support the work of NGDI-UBC:
Website: https://ngdi.ubc.ca/
X: https://x.com/NGDIUBC1

Follow me on social media: https://beacons.ai/medpathhos


Links & Published Papers :

Leishmaniasis Fact Sheet: World Health Organization Overview

• Reference: World Health Organization. (n.d.). Leishmaniasis.
• Link: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/leishmaniasis

WHO Meeting Report: PADO for Neglected Tropical Diseases

• Reference: World Health Organization. (n.d.). WHO GAPF: PADO for Neglected Tropical Diseases Meeting Report.
• Link: https://cdn.who.int/media/docs/default-source/campaigns-and-initiatives/gap-f/j0155_who-gapf_pado-for-neglected-tropical-diseases-meeting-report_v7.pdf?sfvrsn=7a18cce8_3

Elucidx and UBC Licensing Agreement: Diagnostic Technology Development

• Reference: Elucidx. (n.d.). Press Release: Elucidx Canada Ltd. and University of British Columbia Finalize Licensing Agreement.
• Link: https://www.elucidx.ca/post/press-release-elucidx-canada-ltd-and-university-of-british-columbia-finalize-licensing-agreement

The Leishmania donovani Genome Project: Strategies for Comparative Sequencing and Bioinformatics Analysis

• Reference: Peacock, C. S., Seeger, K., Harris, D., Murphy, L., Ruiz, J. C., Quail, M. A., 1 ... & Blackwell, J. M. (2003). The Leishmania donovani genome project: strategies for comparative sequencing and bioinformatics analysis. BMC bioinformatics, 4(1), 22.   
• Link: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11426499/

Advances in Leishmaniasis Diagnosis and Treatment

• Reference: Author et al. (2023). Advances in Leishmaniasis Diagnosis and Treatment. PubMed.
• Link: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37319129/

In Italy, students have the opportunity to study medicine in English at several universities throughout the country and attract a lot of international people to seek out these medical schools. The medical degree you obtain, after 6 years of studies, allows you to practice medicine in Europe and allows you to specialize in a certain medical field, with some requirements of course, depending on which country you choose to specialize in.In this episode, we’ll be speaking to Ecem. A final year medical student at the university of Turin, in the north of Italy. We’ll be listening to her medical journey and what living in Turin as an IMS is like. Now, let's get into the episode.Follow Ecem and her medical journey on social media:- Youtube: https://youtu.be/nrd71YF3tTo- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/medstudent_italy/ - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ecemsezginer- Website: https://www.medstudentitaly.co/ ----------------------------------------------------------------About: Medicine & Healthcare Around The World is an international remote podcast that connects with passionate souls from all corners of the world that are making an impact within the field of medicine and health.Here, we discuss medical innovation, sustainable healthcare solutions and global health projects, all in order to deepen our understanding of how certain individuals are able to come up with bold ideas that might even turn out to be game changers. And so, without further ado, let's dive into the next story!Watch the video interview on my youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9LVTZcssjbA

Caribbean medical schools have gained a lot of popularity during recent years and have become increasingly attractive, and an alternative pathway of studying medicine in English abroad. These universities usually model their medical programs after American medical schools and allow their students the opportunity to practice medicine in the U.S upon graduation.

In this conversation I’ll be speaking to Neisha, a 2nd year medical student at the American University of Antigua, located on the island of Antigua in the Caribbean. She’ll be sharing her story of what life is like, being an international medical student in the Caribbean and how she shares her medical journey with others.

Follow Neisha and her medical journey on social media:

• Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/@NeishaG
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neiishag/
• Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@neiishag
• X: https://twitter.com/_NeiishaG

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About: Medicine & Healthcare Around The World is an international remote podcast that connects with passionate souls from all corners of the world that are making an impact within the field of medicine and health.

Here, we discuss medical innovation, sustainable healthcare solutions and global health projects, all in order to deepen our understanding of how certain individuals are able to come up with bold ideas that might even turn out to be game changers.

And so, without further ado, let's dive into the next story!

Watch the video interview on my youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Hossamytube