Maria Cortina
The Empowered Patient
The healthcare system often leaves patients from underrepresented communities feeling unheard and dismissed, with many struggling to access the care they need. The Empowered Patient Podcast aims to change that by sharing firsthand stories of patients navigating these challenges and shedding light on the systemic barriers they face. We’ll explore key issues like medical bias, barriers to care, and the need for patient-centered reform while offering solutions to create a more equitable healthcare system. Through these conversations, I hope to empower listeners with the knowledge and confidence t...
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Season 1 Finale 01.05.2025 2:36
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Episode 8: Volunteering, Vulnerability, and Vision: Laura Carrie's Story 21.04.2025 31:21
In this episode of The Empowered Patient Podcast , host Maria Cortina speaks with Laura Carrie, a passionate pre-med student at Sarah Lawrence College with dreams of becoming a child psychiatrist. Laura opens up about the experiences that shaped her calling, from volunteering with adolescents at NewYork-Presbyterian to her upcoming studies at Oxford. They dive into the importance of emotional sup...
Episode 7: More Than a Statistic: David Friedman on Empathy, Advocacy, and Navigating the Healthcare System 14.04.2025 22:43
In this episode of The Empowered Patient Podcast , Maria Cortina speaks with David Friedman , a certified pharmacy technician and healthcare advocate who bridges the gap between insurance systems and patient care. With a business administration background and hands-on retail pharmacy experience, David shares how he found purpose in helping patients navigate complex systems with compassion. From...
Episode 6: From Neuroscience to Nursing: Mary Collette on Patient Advocacy, Stigma, and the Future of Healthcare 07.04.2025 29:33
In this episode of The Empowered Patient Podcast , host Maria Cortina sits down with nurse Mary Collette to discuss the realities of patient care, the challenges of nursing post-COVID, and the critical role of advocacy in healthcare. Mary shares her journey from studying neuroscience to becoming a nurse, reflecting on how her experiences as an EMT and medical assistant shaped her perspective. The...
Episode 5: Advocacy in Action: Navigating STEM, Sports, and the Healthcare System with Grace Carter 31.03.2025 32:03
In this episode of The Empowered Patient Podcast , we sit down with Grace Carter, a biomedical engineering student, college athlete, and passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion. Grace shares her academic journey, the challenges of balancing rigorous coursework with athletics, and her experiences conducting research in biomechanics and drug discovery. She also opens up about navigating the...
Episode 4: Mind Matters: Exploring Neuroscience, Memory, and Self-Advocacy with Naina 24.03.2025 26:08
In this episode, Maria Cortina and Naina delve into the dynamic intersection of neuroscience, memory, and healthcare. They explore Naina’s journey from a childhood curiosity in psychology to a passionate pursuit of neuroscientific research—detailing her personal experiences with mental health, navigating the healthcare system, and the challenges of medical miscommunication. With insights on topics...
Episode 3: From Fashion to Fighting for Lives: Michele Weston’s Journey in Patient Advocacy 17.03.2025 48:22
In this insightful episode of The Empowered Patient Podcast , host Maria Cortina welcomes patient advocate, health and wellness coach, and MS warrior Michele Weston. Michele shares her journey of being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis 25 years ago and how it led her to patient advocacy. She discusses the importance of self-advocacy, navigating the healthcare system, and ensuring patients have th...
Episode 2: The Hidden Struggles of Food Allergies: A Conversation with Katey Beaver 10.03.2025 24:08
In this episode of The Empowered Patient Podcast , host Maria Cortina sits down with Katey Beaver, a sophomore at Sarah Lawrence College who lives with a severe peanut allergy. Katie shares her journey navigating life-threatening allergic reactions—from childhood to a recent ER visit during college. She opens up about the anxiety that comes with everyday food choices, the importance of speaking u...
Episode 1: Advocacy and Access: Ava Warren’s Journey to Patient-Centered Care 03.03.2025 30:31
In this episode of The Empowered Patient Podcast , Maria Cortina talks with pre-med student and patient advocate Ava Warren about the power of advocacy in healthcare. Ava shares how her own experiences with severe allergies inspired her passion for patient-centered care and equitable access. From her internship at NYU Langone Bellevue Hospital to her work educating others, Ava discusses the import...
Season 1 Trailer 05.02.2025 1:53
Welcome to the Empowered Patient Podcast, hosted by Maria Cortina
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