Pretty in Practice

Although society is starting to acknowledge the importance of mental health, it is still a very stigmatized topic. In this episode, we discuss our challenges with mental health and share the ways in which we’ve overcome them. After all, it’s 2023, so let’s continue to have these vital conversations and break the stigma surrounding mental health! Connect with us: Instagram: @prettyinpractice  Youtu...

In part two of our two-part series with our special guest, Sarah Muhammad, we take a deeper dive into the impact nutrition has on our physical and mental well-being while also learning more about Sarah's role as a practicing dietician.   Connect with us: Instagram:  @prettyinpractice  Youtube: Pretty in Practice  For feedback, email us at prettyinpractice@gmail.com Rate, review, and subscribe...

We’re very excited about today’s episode as we dive into part one of our two-part series with our special guest Sarah Muhammad, RD.  What we consume is an integral part of our overall health and wellness.  In this episode, we take a peek at the field of Dietetics and Nutrition while focusing on the importance of wise nutritional choices. Connect with us: Instagram: @prettyinpractice  Youtube: Pret...

We LOVE our black hair, so why do we find it so hard to embrace in the workplace? Tune in to hear our personal experiences with wearing our hair anywhere from natural tight curls to long braids in our respective healthcare settings.  Connect with us: Instagram: @prettyinpractice  Youtube: Pretty in Practice  For feedback, email us at prettyinpractice@gmail.com Rate, review, and subscribe!

How often have you been in a particular setting and felt uncomfortable or out of place...as if you didn't belong?    Has someone in a professional setting called you something different than what your given name is without the desire to correct or learn your name?    Have you ever felt the pressure to alter your personality to fit a particular setting?    These experiences are not uncommon an...

Did you know that Black Americans experience the highest health disparities in diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and, unfortunately, more? It's time to do something about this! So, we are going to start by ensuring our community is knowledgeable and well-equipped to SELF-ADVOCATE! No one knows your body better than you so if you feel something, say something, regardless of how many times...

On today’s episode of Pretty in Practice, we are joined by one of our very own, Dr. Elicia Harris, MD, MBA. In this episode, we discuss some of the health challenges women face with the expertise of an OB/GYN. We will cover everything from signs and symptoms, to questions to ask your provider if you think you are experiencing any of these conditions.  Topics include:  Fibroids: 17:23 Endometriosis...

Contrary to popular belief, you may not always have your career path figured out as a child. While some of us knew from day one that we were destined to become a doctor, others underwent life experiences that helped us figure it out along the way. In this episode, we will discuss how our degrees have led us to our current career choices, and also share the vast amount of career opportunities that...

Prepare your tissues for this episode because we will be discussing some of our most difficult moments in graduate and professional school. Topics will include grief after the loss of family members, relationships, and other hardships that life throws at us.  Check out this episode to hear how we turn our lemons into lemonade!  Connect with us: Instagram: @prettyinpractice  Youtube: Pretty in Prac...

Post-graduate education is challenging, but imagine the intensity of accelerated programs!  In this episode, we will discuss the highs and lows of our experiences in graduate and professional school, from the staggering rates of minority students enrolled in post-graduate programs to our favorite experiences as students. Check out this episode to hear more!  Connect with us: Instagram: @prettyinpr...

On the very first episode of Pretty in Practice: The Podcast, join us as we dive into graduate and professional degrees and programs. We’ll touch on professional schools, such as Medical school, Pharmacy school, and Physical Therapy school, as well as Master’s programs like Biomedical Sciences, Medical Physiology, Public Health, and Business Administration. Tune into this episode to learn more abo...

Pretty in Practice aims to create a platform to engage with and educate others regarding relevant topics in healthcare such as advocacy, mental health, relationships, professionalism, and life as young, black, millennials. Our hosts bring experiences from different careers in healthcare related to pharmacy, physical therapy, fitness, and medicine to raise awareness of the shortages of minorities i...