Well, Well, Well…

By Kerri Corcoran

What's Well, Well, Well… about?

The Medical College of Wisconsin Office of Student Health and Wellness presents “Well, Well, Well…”, where each episode a very special guest and I discuss what it means to be well in the world of health science education.

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Well, Well, Well… episodes:

04.30.2024
Wellness Toolbox Series: Gratitude Meditation
The “Wellness Toolbox Series” includes a variety of guided meditations, visualizations, and breathing exercises. Enjoy and be well! Wellness Dimensions Covered: Physical, Emotional/Mental, Spiritual Have an idea for the podcast? Email Kerri at [email protected]!
10.02.2023
Racial Disparities in Maternal Health and the Role of the Doula
In this episode, I am joined by Rashidah Butler-Jackson, Mrs. Dalvery Blackwell, Dr. Anna Palatnik, and Toni Whitaker to discuss the important topic of racial disparities in maternal health and the crucial role played by the doula. We discuss statistics...
07.05.2023
The Role of Music in Medicine with Dr. Jennifer Mackinnon
In this episode, Dr. Mackinnon shares her own background in music, the health benefits, and how she found a way to integrate her passions of music and medicine. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Dr. Jennifer Mackinnon ([email protected], Twitter: @doctorjen9)...
04.06.2023
PIVOT! with Dr. Melanie Gartz
In this episode, Mel shares her mastery of the PIVOT! Tune in for her story of how she arrived at her role as an MCW faculty member, through a number of changes in her life course. We discuss the difficulty...
03.16.2023
A Medical Student and a Shrink Walk into a Bar: The Use of Humor in Medicine with Ruturaj Vala and Dr. Himanshu Agrawal
In this episode, Ruturaj and Himanshu discuss the use of humor in Medicine, the benefits of it and how to ensure you are using it appropriately. We also share our favorite jokes! Enjoy and be well! Special Guests: Ruturaj Vala, M2...
03.06.2023
Fueled by Plants with Dr. Kenneth Jacobsohn
In this episode, Dr. Kenneth Jacobsohn shares his own experience switching to a whole foods plant-based lifestyle, the benefits to human and environmental health, and how to make the transition yourself. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Dr. Kenneth Jacobsohn ([email protected]) Wellness...
02.28.2023
SOAP and Beyond with Kishan Patel
In this episode, Kishan shares his experience with the SOAP process as well as having to make a pivot in his journey; how he dealt with that, what he learned, and where he stands today. Enjoy and be well! For those...
11.03.2022
Budgeting Basics with Kristin Mootz
This episode includes sound bites from a recently recorded webinar with Director of Student Financial Services, Kristin Mootz, where she shared the basics of budgeting and what to do when you have a bit extra or fall a bit short....
10.26.2022
Introducing Seeking Peer Outreach: A Tiered Approach to Suicide Prevention and Peer Support at MCW with Meg Lieb
In this episode, Meg shares the motivation behind the creation of SPO, the elements of the program and what impacts she has seen on the Central Wisconsin - MCW campus. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Meg Lieb (M4 at CW-MCW,...
10.04.2022
Residency Interviewing: Preparation and Managing Anxiety
In this episode, Dr. Su, from the Office of Career Services, returns to share tips for residency interviewing and I share ways to manage that inevitable anxiety associated with this point of your Med Ed journey. We discuss how to...
09.02.2022
Suicide Prevention Week 2022: Debunking the Myths with Dr. Barbara Moser
In this episode, we observe Suicide Prevention Week 2022 with Dr. Moser, by debunking some common myths related to suicide. Enjoy and be well! Note: This episode does focus on the topic of suicide. We acknowledge that this content may be...
07.25.2022
Failure Share Series with Dr. Sandra Pfister
In the Failure Share Series, our special guests share a past setback or failure, how they overcame it, and what they have learned about themselves and the world around them through that experience. In this episode of the series, Dr. Pfister...
07.18.2022
Finding Consistency with Fitness with Bryce Hrudka and Taylor Schleusner
In this episode, Taylor and Bryce (co-presidents of the MCW Weightlifting and Fitness Interest Group) share their own fitness journeys and how they have found consistency during this busy phase of life. They share tips and resources to support listeners...
07.11.2022
You Are Not Alone: Taking Step 1 as an M3
In this episode, M3 student, British Fields joins me again; this time to share about her decision to take her Step 1 examination during her M3 year. We discuss her decision making process and support she received. British offers her...
07.05.2022
We Are Wildly Impressed with Molly, Nalee, and Cheryl
In this special episode, our beloved team from the Office of Academic Support and Enrichment share with us how they take care of their own wellbeing, what it means to be wildly impressed, and how they support students. Enjoy and...
06.28.2022
This One Goes Out to the M3s!
In the "This One Goes Out to the..." series, our special guests are MCW students speaking on their experiences in the previous academic year, in hopes it will serve as a bit of guidance for those students about to enter...
06.20.2022
This One Goes Out to the M4s!
In the "This One Goes Out to the..." series, our special guests are MCW students speaking on their experiences in the previous academic year, in hopes it will serve as a bit of guidance for those students about to enter...
06.20.2022
This One Goes Out to the M1s!
In the "This One Goes Out to the..." series, our special guests are MCW students speaking on their experiences in the previous academic year, in hopes it will serve as a bit of guidance for those students about to enter...
06.13.2022
This One Goes Out to the Doctoral Students!
In the "This One Goes Out to the..." series, our special guests are MCW students speaking on their experiences within their school/program, in hopes it will serve as a bit of guidance for other students. On this episode of the series...
06.09.2022
This One Goes Out to the PY1s!
In the "This One Goes Out to the..." series, our special guests are MCW students speaking on their experiences in the previous academic year, in hopes it will serve as a bit of guidance for those students about to enter...
05.05.2022
Meal Prepping 101: With a Step-by-Step Guide on Quinoa Chicken Bowls with Jenny Backus
In this episode, Jenny returns to share a step-by-step on meal prepping for delicious quinoa chicken bowls. She talks the benefits to meal prepping, hacks to simplify the process, and ways to make this recipe your own. Enjoy and be...
03.11.2022
Ride Guide: Rethink Your Commute with Sheri Schmit
In this episode, Sheri gives an overview of the Ride Guide: Rethink Your Commute program. We discuss the March cycling challenge (Ride Anywhere Week) and how our daily commute can have such an impact on our overall wellbeing. Enjoy and...
02.25.2022
Failure Share Series with Dr. Malika Siker
In the Failure Share Series, our special guests share a past setback or failure, how they overcame it, and what they have learned about themselves and the world around them through that experience. In this fourth installment of the series, Dr....
02.03.2022
Wellness Toolbox Series: Visualization- Creating Your Safe Space
The "Wellness Toolbox Series" includes a variety of guided meditation, visualizations, and mindful breathing exercises. Enjoy and be well! Wellness Dimensions Covered: Mental/Emotional Health Ideas for the podcast? Email Kerri at [email protected]!
01.28.2022
Where Am I Going? Coping with the Uncertainty of Match Day with Dr. Nai-Fen Su and Dr. Himanshu Agrawal
In this episode, we share strategies for coping with the uncertainty leading up to Match Day, information about the SOAP process, and resources and support available if Match Day does not turn out as you had hoped. Best of luck...
01.21.2022
Wellness Toolbox Series: Progressive Muscle Relaxation
The "Wellness Toolbox Series" includes a variety of guided meditation and mindful breathing exercises. Enjoy and be well! Wellness Dimensions Covered: Mental/Emotional, Spiritual Have an idea for the podcast? Email Kerri at [email protected]!
01.11.2022
Failure Share Series with Dr. Himanshu Agrawal
In the Failure Share Series, our special guests share a past setback or failure, how they overcame it, and what they have learned about themselves and the world around them through that experience. In this third installment of the series, Himanshu...
01.05.2022
Cultivating Self-Compassion with Dr. Barbara Moser
In this episode, we learn about self-compassion and the necessity of it. Dr. Moser leads us through four separate practices of mindful self-compassion (How Would You Treat A Friend Reflection, Stop Practice, Soothing Touch, and Compassion with Equanimity). Enjoy and...
12.30.2021
Introducing "Together, We Can: MCW Student Health Sciences Conference 2022"
In this episode, Anna, from our Office of Career Services, shares information about the upcoming Student Health Sciences Conference; what to expect from sessions, what is included related to the world of wellness, and how to register. MCW students, do...
12.14.2021
Failure Share Series with Dr. Michelle Riehle
In the Failure Share Series, our special guests share a past setback or failure, how they overcame it, and what they have learned about themselves and the world around them through that experience. In this next episode of the Failure Share...
12.01.2021
Stammering and Stuttering Through Challenges with Breanna Palmen
Medical student, Bre so graciously shares her story of navigating her premed years and M1 year with a stutter; the challenges and stigma she's faced and how she has embraced the challenge and overcome it. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest:...
11.19.2021
Wellness Toolbox Series: Mindful Breathing
The "Wellness Toolbox Series" includes a variety of guided meditation and mindful breathing exercises. Enjoy and be well! Wellness Dimensions Covered: Mental/Emotional, Spiritual Have an idea for the podcast? Email Kerri at [email protected]!
11.12.2021
Don't Believe Everything You Think: Cognitive Distortions with Dr. David Cipriano
In this episode, Dr. Cipriano shares with us what cognitive distortions are, why we experience them, and how to effectively challenge them. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Dr. David Cipriano ([email protected], 414-955-8954) Wellness Dimensions Covered: Mental/Emotional Additional Resources: To access your Student Assistance...
11.05.2021
Empathy and Compassion with Dr. Cassie Ferguson
In this episode, Dr. Ferguson shares her knowledge on empathy and compassion; discussing differences, the necessity of both, and the importance of cultivating compassion, especially in medicine and other helping professions. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Dr. Cassie Ferguson ([email protected]) Wellness...
11.01.2021
Failure Share Series with Dr. Teresa Patitucci
In the Failure Share Series, our special guests share a past setback or failure, how they overcame it, and what they have learned about themselves and the world around them through that experience. In this first ever episode in the Failure...
10.13.2021
Financial Wellness with Kristin Mootz
Kristin Mootz, director of Student Financial Services at MCW, shares her financial wisdom and advice for those students in their first year, continuing, and approaching graduation. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Kristin Mootz, Director of Financial Services at MCW Wellness Dimensions...
10.08.2021
Interviewing: Preparation and Managing Anxiety with Dr. Nai-Fen Su
In this episode, Dr. Su shares her top tips for preparing for interviewing, whether it be virtual or in-person, and I share strategies related to managing anxiety on interview day. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Dr. Nai-Fen Su (Associate Director,...
09.30.2021
Student Inclusion and Diversity with Jean Mallett
Jean provides an overview of the Office of Student Inclusion and Diversity and shares some of her valuable insights on student wellness. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Jean Mallett ([email protected]) Wellness Dimensions Covered: Physical, Mental/Emotional, Social
09.29.2021
Balancing Your Nutrition on a Budget with Jenny Backus
Jenny and I discuss tips, tricks, and considerations regarding nutrition on a budget and on a tight schedule. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: M1 (Central Wis.) and registered dietician, Jenny Backus ([email protected]) Wellness Dimensions Covered: Physical, Mental/Emotional, Intellectual
08.27.2021
What It Means to Flourish with Dr. Jeff Fritz
In this episode, Dr. Fritz shares his expansive knowledge on the concept of flourishing and we discuss the overlap and differences with wellness. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Dr. Jeff Fritz, Central WI Campus Medical School ([email protected]) Dimensions of Wellness Covered:...
08.18.2021
Wellness Toolbox Series: Body Scan Meditation
The "Wellness Toolbox Series" includes a variety of guided meditation and mindful breathing exercises. Enjoy and be well! Wellness Dimensions Covered: Mental/Emotional, Spiritual
08.18.2021
Wellness Toolbox Series: Common Humanity Meditation
The "Wellness Toolbox Series" includes a variety of guided meditation and mindful breathing exercises. Enjoy and be well! Wellness Dimensions Covered: Mental/Emotional, Spiritual, and Social Reference: Draws on a guided meditation created by Sean Fargo, a former Buddhist monk
08.13.2021
Relearning to Read as a 4th Year Medical Student with Sarah Benett
In this episode, Sarah graciously shares her story of being diagnosed with dyslexia in her 3rd year of medical school; what she learned, who was helpful, and how she overcame the challenge. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Sarah Benett ([email protected]) Dimensions...
08.05.2021
(Solo Episode) Overview of Central Wisconsin Campus Wellness Resources
An overview of the wellness initiatives specific to the MCW Central Wis. Campus. Enjoy and be well! Wellness Dimensions Covered: Mental/Emotional, Environmental, Financial, Physical
08.05.2021
(Solo Episode) Overview of Green Bay Campus Wellness Resources
An overview of the wellness initiatives specific to the MCW Green Bay Campus. Enjoy and be well! Wellness Dimensions Covered: Mental/Physical, Financial, Social, Physical
08.05.2021
(Solo Episode) Overview of Milwaukee Campus Wellness Resources
An overview of the wellness initiatives specific to the MCW Milwaukee Campus. Enjoy and be well! Wellness Dimensions Covered: Mental/Emotional, Financial, Social, Environmental
08.05.2021
(Solo Episode) Overview of MCW Wellness and Mental Health Services - All Campuses
In this solo episode, I do a high level overview of the MCW wellness and mental health benefits available to students at all campuses. Enjoy and be well! Wellness Dimensions Covered: Mental/Emotional, Financial, Physical
07.28.2021
Stigma and Work/Life Balance in Science with Chandler McElrath
In this episode, we discuss mental health and wellness stigma which exists specifically in graduate school and within science. We also examine the barriers and strategies for finding that ever-elusive work/life balance. Enjoy and be well! With Special Guest: Chandler McElrath...
07.01.2021
Introducing “Well, Well, Well…”
Brief Introduction

What's Well, Well, Well… about?

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Well, Well, Well… episodes:

Wellness Toolbox Series: Gratitude Meditation

Racial Disparities in Maternal Health and the Role of the Doula

The Role of Music in Medicine with Dr. Jennifer Mackinnon

PIVOT! with Dr. Melanie Gartz

A Medical Student and a Shrink Walk into a Bar: The Use of Humor in Medicine with Ruturaj Vala and Dr. Himanshu Agrawal

Fueled by Plants with Dr. Kenneth Jacobsohn

SOAP and Beyond with Kishan Patel

Budgeting Basics with Kristin Mootz

Introducing Seeking Peer Outreach: A Tiered Approach to Suicide Prevention and Peer Support at MCW with Meg Lieb

Residency Interviewing: Preparation and Managing Anxiety

Suicide Prevention Week 2022: Debunking the Myths with Dr. Barbara Moser

Failure Share Series with Dr. Sandra Pfister

Finding Consistency with Fitness with Bryce Hrudka and Taylor Schleusner

You Are Not Alone: Taking Step 1 as an M3

We Are Wildly Impressed with Molly, Nalee, and Cheryl

This One Goes Out to the M3s!

This One Goes Out to the M4s!

This One Goes Out to the M1s!

This One Goes Out to the Doctoral Students!

This One Goes Out to the PY1s!

Meal Prepping 101: With a Step-by-Step Guide on Quinoa Chicken Bowls with Jenny Backus

Ride Guide: Rethink Your Commute with Sheri Schmit

Failure Share Series with Dr. Malika Siker

Wellness Toolbox Series: Visualization- Creating Your Safe Space

Where Am I Going? Coping with the Uncertainty of Match Day with Dr. Nai-Fen Su and Dr. Himanshu Agrawal

Wellness Toolbox Series: Progressive Muscle Relaxation

Failure Share Series with Dr. Himanshu Agrawal

Cultivating Self-Compassion with Dr. Barbara Moser

Introducing "Together, We Can: MCW Student Health Sciences Conference 2022"

Failure Share Series with Dr. Michelle Riehle

Stammering and Stuttering Through Challenges with Breanna Palmen

Wellness Toolbox Series: Mindful Breathing

Don't Believe Everything You Think: Cognitive Distortions with Dr. David Cipriano

Empathy and Compassion with Dr. Cassie Ferguson

Failure Share Series with Dr. Teresa Patitucci

Financial Wellness with Kristin Mootz

Interviewing: Preparation and Managing Anxiety with Dr. Nai-Fen Su

Student Inclusion and Diversity with Jean Mallett

Balancing Your Nutrition on a Budget with Jenny Backus

What It Means to Flourish with Dr. Jeff Fritz

Wellness Toolbox Series: Body Scan Meditation

Wellness Toolbox Series: Common Humanity Meditation

Relearning to Read as a 4th Year Medical Student with Sarah Benett

(Solo Episode) Overview of Central Wisconsin Campus Wellness Resources

(Solo Episode) Overview of Green Bay Campus Wellness Resources

(Solo Episode) Overview of Milwaukee Campus Wellness Resources

(Solo Episode) Overview of MCW Wellness and Mental Health Services - All Campuses

Stigma and Work/Life Balance in Science with Chandler McElrath

Introducing “Well, Well, Well…”