Setting The Scene

On the fifteenth overall episode and our second episode of Setting the Scene’s series: “Exploring Ethical Dilemmas," we are joined by Dr. Ryan Nelson. Dr. Nelson is an Assistant Professor in the Center for Medical Ethics and Health Policy at Baylor College of Medicine. He also works as an ethics consultant at Houston Methodist, providing expertise over dilemmas and contributing to top-notch care e...

On the fourteenth overall episode and our third episode of Setting the Scene’s series: “Exploring Startups," we are joined by Dr. Duffy Casey. Dr. Casey completed his Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point in 2003, and received his Doctorate of Medicine from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 2009. He completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Un...

On the thirteenth overall episode and the first episode of our new series: “Dual Degrees in Medicine,” we will cover the unique paths offered through dual degrees, aspects to consider over pursuing them, and what your career could look like if you do pursue one. We are joined by Dr. Sharona Hoffman. Dr. Hoffman received her B.A. from Wellesley College, her J.D. from Harvard Law School, an LL.M. in...

On the twelfth overall episode and our sixth episode of Setting the Scene’s series: “Money Management & Independence," we are joined by Dr. Christopher Loo. Dr. Loo is a surgeon, serial entrepreneur, investor, author, consultant, executive coach, and keynote speaker. He received his MD-PhD from the medical scientist training program offered jointly through the Baylor College of Medicine and De...

On the eleventh overall episode and our first episode of Setting the Scene's new series: “Guest Spotlight,” we are joined by Zakia. Zakia is an enthusiastic high schooler from Canada that has picked up several experiences to develop and foster her passions. Zakia has found a particular interest in writing. From being a write for the Hands on Health Magazine to receiving awards in essay competition...

On the tenth overall episode and our first episode of Setting the Scene's new series: “Exploring Ethical Dilemmas,” we are joined by Dr. Wesley Boyd. Dr. Boyd is a professor of psychiatry and medical ethics at Baylor College of Medicine. He also is a lecturer on Global Health and Social Medicine at Harvard Medical School. Before his career as a psychiatrist and ethics expert, Dr. Boyd completed hi...

On the ninth overall episode and fifth episode of Setting the Scene's episode series: "Money Management & Independence," we are joined by Dr. Cory Fawcett. Dr. Fawcett is an award winning author, speaker, entrepreneur, personal coach, and repurposed general surgeon. He completed his bachelor’s degree in biology at Stanford University, his doctor of medicine at Oregon Health Sciences University...

On the eight overall episode and our first episode of Setting the Scene's series: "Exploring Startups," we are joined by The Premed Scene's very own founders. In this episode, we cover everything from the start to now where the team has built up several programs and resources, including a blog, medical newsletter, virtual shadowing, a research journal club, mentorship program, and our very own pod...

On the seventh overall episode and fourth episode of Setting the Scene's episode series: "Money Management & Independence," we are joined by Dr. Disha Spath. Dr. Spath is a mother, wife, and a primary care physician trained in internal medicine. Even with supposedly having everything, she found herself deep in student debt and poor well-being. Although reluctant at first, Dr. Spath found the u...

On the sixth overall episode and our first episode of Setting the Scene's series: "Exploring Startups," we are joined by Chinmayi Balusu. Originally from northern California, Chinmayi is a third-year undergraduate student at Columbia University in New York City, where she is pursuing neuroscience and medical humanities. In May of 2019, Chinmayi founded the international student-led not-for-profit...

On the fifth overall episode and third episode of Setting the Scene's episode series: "Money Management & Independence," we are joined by Dr. Jordan Frey. Dr. Jordan Frey AKA The Prudent Plastic Surgeon is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon. Despite being a plastic surgeon, Initially, Dr. Frey found poor financial well-being to further spread into affecting his overall well-being too. From t...

On the fourth overall episode and second episode of Setting the Scene's episode series: "Money Management & Independence," we are joined by Dr. Brent Lacey. Dr. Lacey is a gastroenterologist at Texas Digestive Disease Consultants in Southlake, Texas with a passion for financial management and career coaching. Dr. Lacey is a board-certified gastroenterologist and a Master Financial Coach throug...

On Setting the Scene's third overall episode, we are joined by Parmin Sedigh. Parmin is a Canadian high school student who is enthusiastic over her research pursuits. Even before beginning college, Parmin took the initiative to get a head start on diving into research. Initially, Parmin found her enthusiasm for research with The Knowledge Society (TKS), a STEM program that trains students on emerg...

On the second overall episode and first episode of Setting the Scene's episode series: "Money Management & Independence," we are joined by Drs. Kate and Victor Mangona. Drs. Kate and Victor Mangona launched their podcast, "Medicine, Marriage and Money," to spread the word and share their story of financial independence as physicians. Dr. Kate Mangona is a practicing board-certified pediatric r...

On today's episode of Setting the Scene, the leadership of The Premed Scene, Diya, Michael, and Tarun, go into detail about what the podcast is about and introduce exciting new topics they will cover!