The Black Doctors Podcast

Episode eight of The Black Doctors Podcast features Dr. Curtis Okpara, an Internal Medicine Hospitalist. He is a Houston native and first-generation Nigerian-American. Dr. Okpara presents yet another view of life as an Internal Medicine Hospitalist. In this episode, Dr. Curtis gives details about his week-on/week-off schedule as a Hospitalist. He talks about his path through Baylor and on to Ross...

Episode seven of The Black Doctors Podcast features Dr. Brittne Halford, an Internal Medicine Hospitalist. A native of Flint, Michigan, her upbringing had a lasting impact on her career. Having studied at several prestigious institutions, she provides her unique viewpoint as a double-minority in medicine. Dr. Halford gives us a glimpse into a typical day in her life and provides several pieces of...

In episode six of The Black Doctors Podcast, I chat with Dr. Brent Stephens, an orthopedic surgeon specialized in shoulder and upper arm surgery. A heavily recruited collegiate athlete, he pursued a rigorous academic schedule in college that allowed him to pivot into a career in healthcare. Dr. Stephens talks about the importance of mentorship in helping students avoid potholes in the road to acad...

In episode five of The Black Doctors Podcast, Dr. Kayana Ward talks about her journey to becoming an Obstetrician/Gynecologist. Growing up in Brooklyn, this journey came full-circle since she returned to her native borough to train and ultimately, to practice. Dr. Ward discusses the role she plays in educating the next generation of physicians and Obstetrician/Gynecologists. Have you ever experien...

In episode four of The Black Doctors Podcast, Dr. David Rhoiney tells his story of growing up on the streets of Compton. His story calls attention to the need for mental healthcare in our communities. Dr. Rhoiney escaped and entered a new environment and struggle at the US Naval Academy. He excelled in his studies, eventually completing medical school and a residency program in general surgery. Da...

In episode three of The Black Doctors Podcast, Dr. Bianca Busch discusses her pathway to becoming a Psychiatrist. We discuss programs for building resilience and community for minority resident physicians. Dr. Busch shares about specific obstacles she overcame, including the dreaded standardized tests. We wrap up by discussing relationships in medicine. Are you or someone you know interested in be...

In episode two of The Black Doctors Podcast, Dr. Nate Jones discusses his pathway to becoming a Pediatrician. Dr. Jones has a Masters Degree in Public Policy and is currently completing a fellowship in pediatric emergency medicine. Listen in to learn about the incredible impact made by policy changes and how you can get involved. Dr. Jones talks about the significance of pipeline programs to incre...

In this inaugural episode of The Black Doctors Podcast, Dr. Steven Bradley discusses his pathway to becoming an Anesthesiologist. He talks about obstacles encountered along the way, including an episode of discrimination that occurred during his intern year and shares how he worked through the situation. Do you know anyone interested in becoming an anesthesiologist? Do you or someone you know stru...

The Black Doctors Podcasts presents the stories of minority professionals. The episodes will archive the highs and the lows, providing inspiration no matter the listener's ethnicity or level of education. Season 1 is currently in production and due to be released June 1. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.