This Veterans Day we are saluting the women and men that have sacrificed so much in service to our country. We are privileged to feature Dr. Antonio Webb, who enlisted in the Air Force and served for 8 years, including a 5 month deployment to Iraq. Dr. Webb's life has taken many twists and turns and he has documented this in a book entitled, "Overcoming The Odds." During this episode, Dr. Webb talks about how he joined the service with the goal of becoming a surgeon. While on active duty, he took courses at community colleges, earning his degree and completing the prerequisites for medical school. His journey only intensified as he had to apply multiple times to medical school. His hard work has clearly paid off. Dr. Webb earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the prestigious Georgetown University, then completed a rigorous orthopedic surgery residency program followed by a fellowship in spine surgery. Dr. Webb currently practices in San Antonio, Texas. He is a motivational speaker and produces outstanding educational videos which are located on his youtube channel: Antonio J. Webb, MDDo you know anyone interested in joining the military to pay for school? Do you know anyone interested in orthopedic surgery? If this is you or someone you know, please listen and forward this episode. TBDP sends a great big thank-you to all of our Veterans.TBDP is a volunteer passion project with the goal of inspiring all who listen. In-house music and audio production, so any ideas for improvements or suggestions for future guests are welcome.If you are thinking about starting your own podcast, check out my 30 Minutes To Podcast masterclass on my website www.StevenBradley,MD.com--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackdoctorspodcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackdoctorspodcast/support

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In this Veterans Day episode of The Black Doctors Podcast, I chat with Naval Officer Lieutenant Junior Grade Paige Monk. She is a graduate of the US Naval Academy and a student aviator (soon to be helicopter pilot.) She talks about her daily life in flight school and the intense studying she must do to earn her wings. She talks about her decision to apply to the Naval Academy and how she was able to found a supportive community during her time there. She also talks about the need for diversity among the officer ranks of the US Military.It was great to hear how LtJG Monk is breaking barriers in a male-dominated field. I was certainly inspired and I'm sure you will be as well. Have you ever considered applying to one of the military service academies? Have you thought about joining the service? If your answer is yes, then this episode is for you! TBDP is a volunteer passion project with the goal of inspiring all who listen. In-house music and audio production, so any ideas for improvements or suggestions for future guests are welcome. Thank you so much for listening. If you like what you hear, please subscribe and leave a comment or rating.*The opinions expressed in this episode do not represent those of the US Navy or the Department of Defense.If you are thinking about starting your own podcast, check out my 30 Minutes To Podcast masterclass on my website www.StevenBradley,MD.com--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackdoctorspodcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackdoctorspodcast/support

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This incredible episode features Dr. Nii Darko, a Trauma Surgeon, entrepreneur and veteran podcaster. He is the host and creator of "Docs Outside The Box", a podcast that tells stories of ordinary physicians doing extraordinary things. After 4 years, this podcast is quickly approaching 1 million downloads. We talk about the Three M's he provides with his podcast: Money, Mindset and Mission.Dr. Darko talks about his day-to-day life as a trauma surgeon practicing in a locums tenem model. He also sheds some light on the opportunity this type of practice offers. He seeks to empower physicians to avoid the daily grind and live fulfilled lives. Dr. Darko is a prime example of why representation matters. He was heavily influenced as a college student by a trauma surgeon who invited him to shadow at the hospital. This was an extra-special episode for me, because Dr. Darko inspired me to start The Black Doctors Podcast. This episode is a homecoming, of sorts. Do you know anyone interested in becoming a surgeon? Are you looking to step outside of your comfort zone and do more? Have you considered working locums tenems and being your own boss? This episode is for you.TBDP is a volunteer passion project with the goal of inspiring all who listen. In-house music and audio production, so any ideas for improvements or suggestions for future guests are welcome. Thank you so much for listening. If you like what you hear, please subscribe and leave a comment or rating.If you are thinking about starting your own podcast, check out my 30 Minutes To Podcast masterclass on my website www.StevenBradley,MD.com--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackdoctorspodcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackdoctorspodcast/support

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This episode of The Black Doctors Podcast features Dr. Derecka Alexander, a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine currently practicing in Las Vegas, Nevada. During our chat, she talks about a typical day in her life. She works primarily with dogs and cats and functions in an extremely robust practice that includes anesthetizing AND operating on her patients.In this episode, she provides fantastic information for students interested in pursuing Veterinary Medicine. She speaks about the significance of shadowing and volunteering in the field. Veterinary Medicine programs are few and extremely competitive, but Dr. Alexander provides some tips to help you succeed. In addition to reflecting on her pathway into the profession, she talks about the many different sub-specialties available to Doctors of Veterinary Medicine. She wraps up by discussing how Veterinarians are tasked with navigating what is best for the patient, with what is best for the clients/owners. Do you know anyone who loves animals and is thinking about becoming a veterinarian? This is the episode for them. Dr. Alexander is available on Instagram and Linked In and is passionate about being a resource and increasing diversity in the field.TBDP is a volunteer passion project with the goal of inspiring all who listen. In-house music and audio production, so any ideas for improvements or suggestions for future guests are welcome. Thank you so much for listening. If you like what you hear, please subscribe and leave a comment or rating.If you are thinking about starting your own podcast, check out my 30 Minutes To Podcast masterclass on my website www.StevenBradley,MD.com--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackdoctorspodcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackdoctorspodcast/support

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Dr. Italo Brown is an Emergency Medicine Physician practicing in California. After graduating from Morehouse College, he earned his Master’s Degree in Public Health before attending Meharry Medical College. After completing residency, Dr. Brown attended Stanford for a fellowship in Social Emergency Medicine.Italo shares a typical day in the life of an Emergency Physician at a busy Level 1 Trauma center. He highlights several exciting aspects of the specialty that are pertinent to medical students considering applying to emergency medicine. Dr. Brown’s pathway was long and challenging, but highlighted by his passion for service. His fellowship in Social Emergency Medicine focused on tackling barriers to care and understanding contributors to healthcare disparities. Dr. Brown is the Chief Impact Officer for TRAP Medicine, a non-profit organization that provides barbershop health interventions in local communities.Are you or someone you know interested in Emergency Medicine? Would you like to learn more about healthcare disparities? Are you curious about the unique role HBCUs play in increasing diversity in healthcare? This episode is for you!TBDP is a volunteer passion project with the goal of inspiring all who listen. In-house music and audio production, so any ideas for improvements or suggestions for future guests are welcome. Thank you so much for listening. If you like what you hear, please subscribe and leave a comment or rating.If you are thinking about starting your own podcast, check out my 30 Minutes To Podcast masterclass on my website www.StevenBradley,MD.com--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackdoctorspodcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackdoctorspodcast/support

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Dr. Danielle Hairston is a double-boarded Psychiatrist and residency program director at the Howard University Hospital. (She was also my resident when I was a medical student at Howard University College of Medicine). In this episode, she shares a glimpse into her practice as a Psychiatrist and how she interacts with her team of residents and medical students.Dr. Hairston is advocate, effecting change for the state of mental health in the black community. She shares how she was initially discouraged from pursuing a career in Psychiatry, and how she ultimately decided to follow her calling. We discuss her pathway to medicine, which included the ODASIS pipeline program at Rutgers.Dr. Hairston discusses current events including the pre-hospital use of ketamine (a powerful sedative) to treat “excited delirium”. She also provides her thoughts on residency interviews and the Match process in the setting of COVID19, information that will be very helpful for current medical students.Are you or someone you know finishing medical school and applying to residency this year? Are you considering pursuing a career in mental health? This episode is for you!TBDP is a volunteer passion project with the goal of inspiring all who listen. In-house music and audio production, so any ideas for improvements or suggestions for future guests are welcome. Thank you so much for listening. If you like what you hear, please subscribe and leave a comment or rating. If you are thinking about starting your own podcast, check out my 30 Minutes To Podcast masterclass on my website www.StevenBradley,MD.com--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackdoctorspodcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackdoctorspodcast/support

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This episode features Dr. Wilton Triggs, a Plastics and Reconstructive Surgeon currently practicing in Ohio. A graduate Meharry Medical College, Dr. Triggs applied for and earned an extremely competitive spot in the Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery Residency program at the University of South Florida. He shares his journey, including the setbacks he encountered while applying to medical school. He talks about selecting a residency program that you vibe with and how to tell if an institution is a good fit.Dr. Triggs discusses his current practice as a hospital-employed surgeon. He also breaks down the differences between a board certified plastic surgeon and a cosmetic surgeon. He tells some horror stories of medical tourism and some of the bad outcomes he has encountered from patients who received subpar plastic surgery.Are you or someone you know interested in becoming a plastic surgeon? Are you wondering how to find a skilled and competent plastic surgeon? Are you considering applying to an extremely competitive specialty? This episode is for you!TBDP is a volunteer passion project with the goal of inspiring all who listen. In-house music and audio production, so any ideas for improvements or suggestions for future guests are welcome. Thank you so much for listening. If you like what you hear, please subscribe and leave a comment or rating.If you are thinking about starting your own podcast, check out my 30 Minutes To Podcast masterclass on my website www.StevenBradley,MD.com--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackdoctorspodcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackdoctorspodcast/support

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This episode features Dr. Courtney Scrubbs, DO, JD. Her accomplishments go far beyond the initials following her name. During her tenure at Howard University School of Law, she campaigned for and earned her position as a graduate trustee on the board of Howard University. This incredibly important position allowed her to evoke change that will affect future generations of students. Dr. Scrubbs talks about her daily life as an in-house counsel attorney. She also breaks down why and how she chose to pursue a dual-degree. Courtney started the DAWA Investment Network, which empowers and educates female physicians to build generational wealth. Dr. Scrubbs was elected Ms. Massachusetts 2020 and she shares some behind the scenes information about competing in pageants. Are you or someone you know thinking about applying to law school? Have you considered a dual-degree such as a MD/DO, JD? This episode is for you! Learn how Dr. Scrubbs made her decision. Listen to her story and consider if it's right for you.TBDP is a volunteer passion project with the goal of inspiring all who listen. In-house music and audio production, so any ideas for improvements or suggestions for future guests are welcome. Thank you so much for listening. If you like what you hear, please subscribe and leave a comment or rating. If you are thinking about starting your own podcast, check out my 30 Minutes To Podcast masterclass on my website www.StevenBradley,MD.com--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackdoctorspodcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackdoctorspodcast/support

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Episode 3 features Dr. Ed McDonald, a Gastroenterologist, Chef and Nutritionist practicing on the Southside of Chicago. I was fortunate to work with Dr. McDonald during residency and to still call him a friend and colleague. He tells his story about becoming a GI doctor and the many years of training that took him from the University of Michigan, to Northwestern, Rush University Medical Center, and finally to the University of Chicago.Dr. McDonald is a Chicago native and he proudly serves his community, doing his part to impact healthcare disparities related to nutrition and colon cancer screening. We revisit an article Ed wrote shortly after the release of The Black Panther, entitled, "6 Reasons Why Colon Cancer Doesn't Exist in Wakanda." The article is posted on his blog: The Doc's Kitchen, where he posts health and wellness information centered around nutrition and his culinary expertise. In addition to his medical training, Dr. McDonald is a graduate of the prestigious Kendall College School of Culinary Arts. As a chef, he uses delicious recipes with health conscious ingredients to promote healthier lifestyles. He talks about his role on the hit Food Network Show, "The Sandwich King." You don't want to miss his stories from behind the scenes. We also talk about his wife, celebrity Obstetrician and Gynecologist, Dr. Wendy Goodall McDonald, aka Dr. EveryWoman!!Are you or someone you know interested in becoming a Gastroenterologist? Do you want to learn more about colon cancer screening and prevention? Can a better diet cure erectile dysfunction? 🤔 Tune in to this weeks episode!TBDP is a volunteer passion project with the goal of inspiring all who listen. In-house music and audio production, so any ideas for improvements or suggestions for future guests are welcome. Thank you so much for listening.If you are thinking about starting your own podcast, check out my 30 Minutes To Podcast masterclass on my website www.StevenBradley,MD.com--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackdoctorspodcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackdoctorspodcast/support

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Episode 2 features Dr. Chinyere Okpaleke, better know as “Ask Dr. Chi”. She is a Family Medicine Physician Hospitalist. She talks about the flexibility provide by her current practice model and what led her into this field. She talks about balancing a busy schedule as a collegiate basketball player while completing a rigorous pre-med course load. In addition to her practice, Dr. Chi started a non-profit organization, “Reality Speaks” which provides mentorship, guidance and support to student-athletes. “Reality Speaks facilitates student-athletes through a series of specialized programs dedicated to the successful transition after sports, while enhancing individuals’ mindset to be motivated beyond athletics.”Dr. Chi and I first met in 2010 when we were attending graduate school at The University of South Florida. In the 10 years that have transpired since, we have both come a long way and I had a fantastic time catching up before, during and after this interview.Do you know anyone interested in the field of Family Medicine? Are you a current or aspiring student-athlete that needs some encouragement and guidance? Are you a current or future International Medical School graduate? This episode is for you!!Listen and share. Subscribe so you will be among the first to receive weekly episodes. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating or comment.TBDP is a volunteer passion project with the goal of inspiring all who listen. In-house music and audio production, so any ideas for improvements or suggestions for future guests are welcome. Thank you so much for listening.If you are thinking about starting your own podcast, check out my 30 Minutes To Podcast masterclass on my website www.StevenBradley,MD.com--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackdoctorspodcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackdoctorspodcast/support

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