Vitals and Voices

In the sixty-second episode of Vitals and Voices , we had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Dr. Steven Goldstein, a pioneer in women’s health and medical imaging and a Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine. With a career spanning decades, Dr. Goldstein has served as Past President of the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine, the North Ame...

In the sixty-one episode of Vitals and Voices , we sit down with Johna Joseph, a fourth-year medical student at Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine who is preparing to enter the field of radiology. Originally from Haiti and raised in a military family, Johna’s journey has taken him across the world—from growing up in multiple countries to graduating high school in Italy, and eventually pursui...

In the sixtieth episode of Vitals and Voices , we had the wonderful opportunity to sit down with Lindsay Krasna, a Brooklyn-based Registered Dietitian and founder of LK Nutrition, a private practice specializing in eating disorders and complicated relationships with food. Through both counseling and leadership, Lindsay has built a practice centered on compassion, inclusivity, and helping people re...

In the fifty-ninth episode of Vitals and Voices , we sit down with Michele Neskey, a Physician Assistant with more than 20 years of experience in adult medical oncology and the founder of The Posh PA, a platform dedicated to mentoring and empowering future healthcare professionals. Michele shares how her journey into medicine was shaped by a desire for a career that could grow alongside her throug...

In this episode of Vitals and Voices , we sit down with Maria Jimena Barroso, who goes by Jimena, a medical student from Mexico City currently completing her final year of training through social service in the United States. With a strong focus on women’s health, global health, and health equity, Jimena is building a path toward a future in OB-GYN that combines clinical care, research, and advoca...

In the fifty-seventh episode of Vitals and Voices , we sit down with Vani Ganesh, a third-year osteopathic medical student whose journey into medicine is rooted in advocacy, health equity, and a deep passion for women’s health education. As a first-generation American, Vani shares how her path into healthcare was shaped by witnessing the challenges many individuals and families face in accessing q...

In the fifty-sixth episode of Vitals and Voices , we sit down with Helen Dang, a second-year osteopathic medical student, community advocate, and Miss Mesa 2026, whose journey in medicine is rooted in service, equity, and compassionate care. Helen shares how her path into healthcare was shaped by a desire to serve communities that are too often overlooked and to help bridge the gap between patient...

In the fifty-fifth episode of Vitals and Voices , we sit down with Miriam Samekhova, a Family Nurse Practitioner and founder of Metro Family Health, a primary care practice in New York built around accessibility, prevention, and patient-centered care. Miriam shares how her path into healthcare was shaped by a deep interest in people—their stories, struggles, and the ways health influences every pa...

In the fifty-fourth episode of Vitals and Voices , we sit down with Ke’Shawna, a Registered Respiratory Therapist currently pursuing training in cardiovascular perfusion, where she is preparing for a highly specialized role in open heart surgery. Her journey reflects a commitment to critical care, innovation, and improving access to healthcare for the communities she cares deeply about. As a respi...

In the fifty-third episode of Vitals and Voices , we sit down with Bendu Jackson, a Physician Assistant student at Rosalind Franklin University currently in her clinical year and preparing to graduate this fall. With a unique academic background in Clinical Psychology and Experimental Psychology, Bendu’s path into medicine has been anything but linear—shaped by exploration, uncertainty, and ultima...

In the fifty-second episode of Vitals and Voices , we sit down with Dr. Sean Pirkle, a chief resident in orthopedic surgery at the University of Washington, author of Somewhere in Between , and future fellow specializing in adult foot and ankle surgery as well as pediatric orthopedics. With a passion for treating complex limb deformities in children and young adults, Dr. Pirkle’s journey reflects...

In the fifty-first episode of Vitals and Voices , we sit down with Emily Kidder, a first-year medical student in North Louisiana who followed a traditional path straight from undergraduate studies into medical school. Emily’s journey into medicine reflects a blend of curiosity, faith, and a commitment to living a life that is both meaningful and balanced. Although Emily did not grow up in a medica...

In this milestone episode of Vitals and Voices, we sit down with Ria Mohan — a third-year undergraduate student in the BS/MD program at Virginia Commonwealth University, majoring in Forensic Biology, and the International President of HOSA–Future Health Professionals. As the podcast celebrates 50 episodes so does HOSA-FHP with their 50th anniversary. Ria joins us to reflect on her leadership, advo...

In the forty-ninth episode of Vitals and Voices , we sit down with Maggie Meade, a certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant with Sleep Wise Consulting who is on a mission to help families move from exhaustion to truly thriving. Through her work, Maggie supports parents and children in building healthy sleep habits—transforming not just nights, but entire family dynamics. Maggie’s journey into sleep co...

In the forty-eighth episode of Vitals and Voices , we sit down with Dr. Anu Sidhu, a board-certified physician in Family and Lifestyle Medicine and the founder of Spring Monarch Primary Care, a direct care practice based in Houston, Texas. Dr. Sidhu’s journey through medicine reflects a deep commitment to patient relationships, whole-person care, and redefining what healthcare can look like when i...

In the forty-seventh episode of Vitals and Voices , we sit down with Dr. Christie Kimball, an internal medicine–trained physician and founder of Kimball Cosmetics, a rapidly growing aesthetic medicine practice based in Uptown New Orleans. Dr. Kimball’s journey through medicine is anything but traditional—one shaped by resilience, reinvention, and the courage to pursue a vision that had always live...

In the forty-sixth episode of Vitals and Voices , we sit down with Sehan Adan, a recent Biology graduate on the pre-med track who is currently working in a healthcare coordination role while preparing for the MCAT. Sehan’s journey into medicine is rooted in both lived experience and a deep commitment to health equity, patient advocacy, and creating pathways for students who come from backgrounds h...

In the forty-fifth episode of Vitals and Voices , we sit down with Sharon, a senior at Rutgers University–Newark majoring in Neuroscience on the pre-med track. As she prepares to graduate this May, Sharon reflects on the experiences that have shaped her path toward becoming a physician and her commitment to serving underserved communities. Sharon currently serves as a Case Manager at Rutgers New J...

In the forty-fourth episode of Vitals and Voices , we sit down with Kevin Nathanael, a first-year physician assistant (PA) student in Southern California who is currently navigating his didactic year of PA school. Before beginning his journey in graduate training, Kevin built a strong foundation in patient care through a variety of clinical roles, including working as an outpatient medical scribe...

In the forty-third episode of Vitals and Voices , we sit down with Dr. Monthie, a board-certified family physician and the founder of Heirloom Family Medicine, a direct primary care practice in Albany, New York that opened in September 2025. Beyond her white coat, Dr. Monthie is a wife, mom of two boys, daughter of South Korean immigrants, endurance sports enthusiast, and proud Swiftie — identitie...

In the forty-second episode of Vitals and Voices , we sit down with Maria Garcia, a second-year medical student whose journey into medicine was shaped by a decade of hands-on patient care. Before entering medical school, Maria worked as a medical assistant for ten years and also was an RN, gaining invaluable experience supporting patients during some of their most vulnerable moments. That time at...

In the forty-first episode of Vitals and Voices , we sit down with Allison Makovec, a first-year MD/PhD student at the University of Kansas School of Medicine whose journey bridges medicine, research, and public health. Originally from Minneapolis, Allison spent the past several years at the University of Minnesota, where she immersed herself in cancer genetics research from a clinical perspective...

In the fortieth episode of Vitals and Voices , we sit down with Paige, a fourth-year medical student at Rush Medical College in Chicago who recently applied to dermatology residency and will be graduating this May. As she prepares to take the next step in her medical career, Paige reflects on the experiences that shaped her path into medicine and her growing passion for dermatology. Paige’s journe...

In the thirty-ninth episode of Vitals and Voices , we sit down with Anna Maguire Johnston, an EMT and paramedic student whose path into healthcare was shaped by personal experience, resilience, and a deep commitment to service. Anna’s journey began in 2019, when her grandmother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and moved in with her family. As a caregiver, Anna witnessed firsthand the physical, emoti...

In this thirty-eighth episode of Vitals and Voices , we sit down with Taehee Strauss, a Physician Associate specializing in dermatology and aesthetic medicine. Taehee focuses on skin health, regenerative treatments, and advanced injectable techniques—helping patients not only improve their skin, but feel confident and empowered in it. Taehee was drawn to healthcare by the opportunity to make a dir...