In this episode we chat with Entrepreneur and visionary Tristan Walker. He is the founder of Walker & Company and one of TIME’s 100 Next Leaders. Dr. Mark Guadagnoli and Tristan have a fantastic conversation about values, legacy, and stability.

Tristan opens up about his remarkable journey from growing up in Queens to Wall Street, Stanford, and Silicon Valley. He shares lessons he’s learned about faith, resilience, and creating freedom in a world that often delays it. Together, they explore how personal values can shape a business, a community, and a life of purpose.

In this episode Dr. Mark Guadagnoli connects with Amy Weiss, Founder/CEO, Weiss Public Affairs.

Amy shares stories from her time steps away from the Oval Office, advising high-profile cultural icons, and elevating safety in professional sports. We explore how she’s stayed grounded through it all, the importance of authenticity in leadership, and the thread of purpose that drives her.

In this episode Dr. Mark Guadagnoli chats with Joann Strobbe, Executive Associate Dean for Administration at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine.

They discuss physician finances, the impact of AI on healthcare, and efforts to improve the quality of care in Southern Nevada. Gain valuable insights into the future of healthcare and how innovation is shaping the region.

This week, Dr. Mark Guadagnoli sits down with the trailblazing Dr. Joe Thornton, an associate professor at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV and the first full-time colon and rectal surgeon in Nevada. 🏥✨

Discover Dr. Thornton’s inspiring journey to becoming a pioneering physician, the hurdles he faced along the way, and his invaluable advice for aspiring surgeons. Plus, dive into a conversation about the crucial roles of mentorship and leadership in the medical field.

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Join us for the latest episode of The Academy podcast, where host Dr. Mark Guadagnoli sits down with Dr. Navdeep Singh, the Chief Medical Officer for the Las Vegas Raiders at the NFL. They delve into the rapid growth of sports and sports medicine in Las Vegas, explore the latest advancements in sports medicine technology, and share Dr. Singh's journey to working in the National Football League.

Dr. Singh brings a wealth of experience and expertise, offering his unique perspective on the intersection of sports and medical innovation. Whether you're a sports enthusiast or Raiders' fan, a medical professional, or curious about the behind-the-scenes efforts to keep athletes at peak performance, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

Tune in to discover:

• The evolution and impact of sports in Las Vegas
• Cutting-edge advancements in sports medicine technology
• Dr. Singh's path to becoming an NFL Chief Medical Officer and his role in the Raiders' organization

From professional wisdom to personal stories from the front lines of sports medicine in one of the most competitive athletic environments, you won't want to miss this conversation.

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In this episode, our host Dr. Mark Guadagnoli and Dr. Jeffrey Cummings discuss the human cost of Alzheimer’s Disease, the latest breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s treatment research, lifestyle advice for Alzheimer’s prevention, and the future of Alzheimer’s care.

Dr. Jeffrey Cummings is a Research Professor at UNLV and Director of the Chambers-Grundy Center for Transformative Neuroscience.

In this episode of The Academy Podcast, Dr. Mark Guadagnoli sits down with Dr. Daniel Schacter, professor of psychology at Harvard University and author of The Seven Sins of Memory, a 2001 New York Times Notable Book of the Year.

Dr. Schacter shares insights from his research on human memory and discusses the many factors that effect the accuracy our memories. He also shares how we can utilize what we know about memory to set ourselves up for success in both an academic setting and in our every day lives.

In this episode of The Academy Podcast, Dr. Mark Guadagnoli sits down with Dean Marc Kahn, dean of the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV and vice president for health affairs at UNLV. 

The dean shares his insights on the future of medical education, how to address the physician shortage in Nevada, and how Las Vegas can become a hub for sport's medicine in the country.

In this episode of The Academy Podcast Dr. Mark Guadagnoli sits down with Mason Van Houweling, CEO at the University Medical Center in Las Vegas, NV.

Mason shares his insights on leadership, healthcare in Nevada, and his path to UMC.

The Academy is a podcast and program within the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV with a mission to improve the lives of all those associated with the school through education, information, and some cool stories. Check out our free short courses on YouTube!

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This special episode of The Academy Podcast is hosted by our first guest host, Dr. Irma Corral. Dr. Corral is the Assistant Dean for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and an Associate Professor of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health at Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV. In this episode 

In this episode Dr. Corral chats with Dr. Annie Weisman, the Director of Well-Being & Integrative Medicine at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV. Their conversation touches on innovations at the school of medicine regarding well-being, mind body work, and a nutrition curriculum.

The Academy is a podcast and program within the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV with a mission to improve the lives of all those associated with the school through education, information, and some cool stories. Check out our free short courses on YouTube! 

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