PathoTalks

Conversations with real doctors and scientists about the work they do. Every episode, our team sits down with a specialist to hear how they help people and what makes their field fascinating.

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Episode 12

Dr. Balachundhar Subramaniam, Anesthesiologist, Researcher & Healthcare Leader

Aditi talks to Dr. Balachundhar Subramaniam, an anesthesiologist, researcher, and healthcare leader, about the world of anesthesia and perioperative medicine.

Listen on Spotify: Medicine Behind the Scenes: The Role of Anesthesiologists

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    Episode 12: Medicine Behind the Scenes: The Role of Anesthesiologists

    Dr. Balachundhar Subramaniam, Anesthesiologist, Researcher & Healthcare Leader

    Hosted by Aditi Jain

    Aditi talks to Dr. Balachundhar Subramaniam, an anesthesiologist, researcher, and healthcare leader, about the world of anesthesia and perioperative medicine.

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    Episode 11: Inside the Pharmacy

    Urvi Parikh, Pharmacy Technician

    Hosted by Aarini Parikh

    What does a pharmacy technician do behind the scenes to keep patients safe and healthcare running smoothly? Aarini Parikh sits down with Urvi Parikh, an experienced pharmacy technician, to find out.

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    Episode 10: Advancing Cancer Treatment Through Drug Development

    Dr. Sonal Bordia, Physician-Scientist & Medical Oncologist

    Hosted by Aditi

    Physician-scientist and medical oncologist Dr. Sonal Bordia explores oncology drug development, clinical trials, and the future of cancer treatment, including biomarkers and AI in research.

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    Episode 9: Inside the ICU - The World of Critical Care Medicine

    Dr. Amit Kulkarni, Critical Care Specialist

    Critical care specialist Dr. Amit Kulkarni explores the fast-paced, high-risk environment of the ICU, including managing complex, life-threatening conditions and the ethical decisions that come with them.

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    Episode 8: A Journey into Speech Therapy

    Vidya Ramesh, Speech-Language Pathologist

    Hosted by Aditi

    Speech-language pathologist Vidya explores the vital role of communication and swallowing in everyday life, including her work with children and older adults.

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    Episode 7: Entering the Endocrine World

    Dr. Ajay Varanasi, Board-Certified Endocrinologist

    Hosted by Aditi

    Board-certified endocrinologist Dr. Ajay Varanasi explores the fascinating world of hormones and health, including how hormonal disorders are treated.

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    Episode 6: Understanding Infectious Diseases with Dr. Quan

    Dr. Quan, Infectious Disease Doctor

    Hosted by Jolina

    Infectious disease doctor Dr. Quan discusses their career path and how students can get involved in medicine and public health.

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    Episode 5: Stories of Self: Psychiatry with Dr. Savita Bhakta

    Dr. Savita Bhakta, Psychiatrist

    Hosted by Aarini & Aditi

    Psychiatrist Dr. Savita Bhakta explores how mental health treatment works, and how therapy and neuroscience support lifelong well-being.

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    Episode 4: Beyond the Genome

    Dr. Sanga Mitra Boppudi, Molecular Biologist

    Hosted by Ridah

    Molecular biologist Dr. Sanga Mitra Boppudi discusses innovation in cancer research, the art of assay development, and the stories behind scientific breakthroughs that could redefine healthcare.

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    Episode 3: Healing Through Motion: Understanding Physical Therapy

    Dr. Kench, Physical Therapist

    Hosted by Aarini

    In celebration of National Physical Therapy Month, physical therapist Dr. Kench shares how movement and rehabilitation help people heal and stay strong.

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    Episode 2: Looking into Eye Health: A Talk with an Ophthalmologist

    Dr. Hou, Ophthalmologist, National Taiwan University Hospital

    Hosted by Jolina

    A conversation with ophthalmologist Dr. Hou of National Taiwan University Hospital about the science of the eye and caring for patients' vision.

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    Episode 1: Inside the Brain: Talking about Seizures with a Neurologist

    Dr. Hawkins, Neurologist, Kaiser

    Hosted by Prisha & Jolina

    Neurologist Dr. Hawkins talks about her experience with epilepsy: what happens in the brain, and how patients are cared for.

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  • Neuroscientist
  • Oncologist