Well, Well, Well…

In this episode, Katie and I discuss the prevalence of burnout amongst learners in the health sciences, that darn "elephant in the room", how to recognize burnout and how to address it. Enjoy and be well! Wellness Dimensions Covered: Physical, Social, Mental/Emotional, Environmental, Occupational, Intellectual Have an idea for the podcast? Let us know! Email Kerri at kcorcoran@mcw.edu! S...

In this solo episode, I explain the basics of health insurance for an MCW learner, how to find primary care, and what to consider when seeing a specialist or going to urgent care. Enjoy and be well! Wellness Dimensions Covered: Physical, Financial Resources: MCW Student Behavioral Health and Resource Navigator (and your pod host), Kerri Corcoran (kcorcoran@mcw.edu) Schedule with us in WC Online !...

In this episode, our very own Katie Nickel shares her background in fitness, what keeps her motivated (even during wildly busy times), and how to stay consistent with your fitness routine. Enjoy and be well! Wellness Dimensions Covered: Physical, Social Have an idea for an episode or would like to be a very special guest? Email Kerri at kcorcoran@mcw.edu . Resources: Katie Nickel- knickel@mcw.edu...

The “Wellness Toolbox Series” includes a variety of guided meditations, visualizations, and breathing exercises. Enjoy and be well! Wellness Dimensions Covered: Physical, Emotional/Mental, Spiritual Have an idea for the podcast? Email Kerri at kcorcoran@mcw.edu !

In this episode, I am joined by Rashidah Butler-Jackson, Mrs. Dalvery Blackwell, Dr. Anna Palatnik, and Toni Whitaker to discuss the important topic of racial disparities in maternal health and the crucial role played by the doula. We discuss statistics regarding maternal health amongst individuals of color, the important work that folks are doing to address these issues, and how everyone can cont...

In this episode, Dr. Mackinnon shares her own background in music, the health benefits, and how she found a way to integrate her passions of music and medicine. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Dr. Jennifer Mackinnon (jmackinnon@mcw.edu, Twitter: @doctorjen9) Wellness Dimensions Covered: Physical, Emotional/Mental, Social, Occupational Have an idea for the podcast or would like to be a special gu...

In this episode, Mel shares her mastery of the PIVOT! Tune in for her story of how she arrived at her role as an MCW faculty member, through a number of changes in her life course. We discuss the difficulty and the more beautiful side of having to pivot in life. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Dr. Melanie Gartz (mgartz@mcw.edu) Wellness Dimensions Covered: Mental/Emotional, Intellectual, Occupat...

In this episode, Ruturaj and Himanshu discuss the use of humor in Medicine, the benefits of it and how to ensure you are using it appropriately. We also share our favorite jokes! Enjoy and be well!  Special Guests: Ruturaj Vala, M2 (rvala@mcw.edu) and Dr. Himanshu Agrawal (hagrawal@mcw.edu)  Wellness Dimensions Covered: Mental/Emotional, Social, Occupational Have an idea for the podcast...

In this episode, Dr. Kenneth Jacobsohn shares his own experience switching to a whole foods plant-based lifestyle, the benefits to human and environmental health, and how to make the transition yourself. Enjoy and be well!  Special Guest: Dr. Kenneth Jacobsohn (kjacobsohn@mcw.edu) Wellness Dimensions Covered: Physical, Environmental  Have an idea for the podcast? Email Kerri at kcorcoran...

In this episode, Kishan shares his experience with the SOAP process as well as having to make a pivot in his journey; how he dealt with that, what he learned, and where he stands today. Enjoy and be well!  For those not familiar, SOAP is the process by which eligible unmatched, or partially unmatched applicants may apply to programs with unfilled residency positions and receive offers through...

This episode includes sound bites from a recently recorded webinar with Director of Student Financial Services, Kristin Mootz, where she shared the basics of budgeting and what to do when you have a bit extra or fall a bit short. Enjoy and be well!  Wellness Dimensions Covered: Financial  Additional Resources: AAMC Budget Worksheet for Students  Kristin Mootz: kmootz@mcw.edu Have an...

In this episode, Meg shares the motivation behind the creation of SPO, the elements of the program and what impacts she has seen on the Central Wisconsin - MCW campus. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Meg Lieb (M4 at CW-MCW, mlieb@mcw.edu)  Wellness Dimensions Covered: Mental/Emotional, Environmental, Social Additional Resources: Sara Kohlbeck (Skohlbeck@mcw.edu) Have an idea for the podcast...

In this episode, Dr. Su, from the Office of Career Services, returns to share tips for residency interviewing and I share ways to manage that inevitable anxiety associated with this point of your Med Ed journey. We discuss how to approach virtual and in-person interviews. Enjoy and be well! Wellness Dimensions Covered: Emotional/Mental, Occupational, Intellectual, Social  Special Guest: Dr. N...

In this episode, we observe Suicide Prevention Week 2022 with Dr. Moser, by debunking some common myths related to suicide. Enjoy and be well!  Note: This episode does focus on the topic of suicide. We acknowledge that this content may be difficult, and we encourage you to care for your safety and well-being. With questions related to your mental health and wellness benefits, please reach out...

In the Failure Share Series, our special guests share a past setback or failure, how they overcame it, and what they have learned about themselves and the world around them through that experience. In this episode of the series, Dr. Pfister shares her experience of failing a physiology course; how she felt, what/who was helpful in navigating that experience, and how she has come to understand fail...

In this episode, Taylor and Bryce (co-presidents of the MCW Weightlifting and Fitness Interest Group) share their own fitness journeys and how they have found consistency during this busy phase of life. They share tips and resources to support listeners in finding their own consistency with movement. Enjoy and be well!  Special Guests: Taylor Schleusner (tschleusner@mcw.edu) and Bryce Hrudka...

In this episode, M3 student, British Fields joins me again; this time to share about her decision to take her Step 1 examination during her M3 year. We discuss her decision making process and support she received. British offers her thoughts to those who are considering or have already decided to push back Step 1. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: British Fields  bfields@mcw.edu Twitter: @bri...

In this special episode, our beloved team from the Office of Academic Support and Enrichment share with us how they take care of their own wellbeing, what it means to be wildly impressed, and how they support students. Enjoy and be well! Special Guests: Cheryl Crawford (chcrawford@mcw.edu), Molly Falk-Steinmetz (msteinmetz@mcw.edu) and Nalee Vang (navang@mcw.edu) Schedule with Molly, Nalee or Cher...

In the "This One Goes Out to the..." series, our special guests are MCW students speaking on their experiences in the previous academic year, in hopes it will serve as a bit of guidance for those students about to enter that year. On this episode of the series, we get to chat with British Fields, who just completed her M3 year. Hear her wins, struggles, and how she took care of herself during this...

In the "This One Goes Out to the..." series, our special guests are MCW students speaking on their experiences in the previous academic year, in hopes it will serve as a bit of guidance for those students about to enter that year. In this episode of the series we chat with Scott Lamm, a recent graduate of MCW SOM, about to begin his residency journey at UNC Chapel Hill. Hear his wins, struggles, a...

In the "This One Goes Out to the..." series, our special guests are MCW students speaking on their experiences in the previous academic year, in hopes it will serve as a bit of guidance for those students about to enter that year. On this episode of the series, we get to hear from Katherine Scantling, who just completed her M1 year. Hear her wins, struggles, and how she took care of herself during...

In the "This One Goes Out to the..." series, our special guests are MCW students speaking on their experiences within their school/program, in hopes it will serve as a bit of guidance for other students. On this episode of the series we are joined by Briana Meyer, a doctoral student within the department of biophysics. Hear her wins, struggles, and how she has taken care of herself during her acad...

In the "This One Goes Out to the..." series, our special guests are MCW students speaking on their experiences in the previous academic year, in hopes it will serve as a bit of guidance for those students about to enter that year.  Our first episode of the series introduces Katherine Bush, a pharmacy student finishing up her PY1 year. Hear her wins, struggles, and how she took care of herself...

In this episode, Jenny returns to share a step-by-step on meal prepping for delicious quinoa chicken bowls. She talks the benefits to meal prepping, hacks to simplify the process, and ways to make this recipe your own. Enjoy and be well!  Special Guest: Jenny Backus, M1 Student at Central WI campus (jbackus@mcw.edu) RECIPE: Ingredients 1 pint container cherry tomatoes, 12 cups mixed greens, s...

In this episode, Sheri gives an overview of the Ride Guide: Rethink Your Commute program. We discuss the March cycling challenge (Ride Anywhere Week) and how our daily commute can have such an impact on our overall wellbeing. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Sheri Schmit (Vice President of Transportation and Parking Services, Milwaukee Regional Medical Center) sschmit@mrmcffl.org Wellness Dimensi...