Erika Ruiz

The Endless Pursuit - Equitable Science and Medicine Podcast

Science EN ↓ 6 episodes

In a world brimming with groundbreaking discoveries and technological advancements in medicine and science , equitable access to life-saving cures and treatments remains a pressing concern. Join us on a riveting journey through my podcast series , where we delve into the heart of pioneering research, innovative breakthroughs, and the tireless efforts of scientists and doctors to make healthcare accessible and affordable for all. Through thought-provoking conversations with leading experts, passionate advocates, and dedicated researchers, we explore the latest advancements in medical science. F...

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Erika Ruiz

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Dr. Diane Chan: Bridging the Equity Gap in Neurodegenerative Disease Research and Care 08.08.2024 16:10

In this episode of The Endless Pursuit - Equitable Science and Medicine podcast, host Erika Ruiz speaks with Dr. Diane Chan , a physician-scientist at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), specializing in Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. Dr. Chan shares her personal journey into neurology, the emotional and practical challenges faced b...

Dr. Eman Ansari: From Saudi Arabia to the United States - The Power of Healing and Advocacy for Healthcare Equity 23.07.2024 22:24

Join host Erika Ruiz in this episode of The Endless Pursuit - Equitable Science and Medicine podcast, as she engages in a compelling conversation with Dr. Eman Ansari . Dr. Ansari, a pediatric pulmonologist and critical care physician at Boston Children's Hospital, discusses her journey and motivations shaped by her upbringing in the Arab world. With a strong passion for healing, Dr. Ansari s...

Dr. Craig Heller: Pioneering Equitable Advancements in Sleep, Temperature Regulation, and Down syndrome Research 14.07.2024 20:10

Join host Erika Ruiz for an informative discussion with Dr. Craig Heller on this episode of The Endless Pursuit - Equitable Science and Medicine podcast. Dr. Heller, a distinguished biologist at Stanford University, leads pioneering research in sleep and circadian rhythms, focusing on their impact on learning and memory in Down syndrome. His innovations in human temperature regulation have transfo...

Dr. Brian Skotko: Advancing Down syndrome Research for Equitable Healthcare Access 03.05.2024 11:15

Join host Erika Ruiz for an engaging conversation with Dr. Brian Skotko on this episode of The Endless Pursuit - Equitable Science and Medicine podcast. Dr. Skotko is the Emma Campbell Endowed Chair on Down syndrome and serves as Director of the Down syndrome Program at Massachusetts General Hospital. With a personal connection to Down syndrome through his sister Kristen, Dr. Skotko is passionatel...

Dr. Mark Mattson: Intermittent Fasting Could Be the Key to Healthy Aging and Preventative Medicine 26.03.2024 12:26

Join host Erika Ruiz in a compelling conversation with Dr. Mark Mattson on this episode of The Endless Pursuit - Equitable Science and Medicine podcast. Dr. Mattson, an esteemed adjunct professor of neuroscience at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and former NIH lab chief with a PhD in neuroendocrinology, shares insights from his revolutionary research on intermittent fasting and its pr...

Dr. Dennis Selkoe: Pioneering Neurodegenerative Research & Advancements in Alzheimer's Treatment 22.03.2024 15:13

Join host Erika Ruiz in an enlightening discussion with Dr. Dennis Selkoe , a distinguished neurology professor at Harvard Medical School and a leading expert in Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. Leading a team of 300+ scientists at the Ann Romney Center for Neurologic Diseases at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Dr. Selkoe's pioneering research has deepened our understanding...