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Girl Doc Survival Guide

Christine J Ko, MD

202 episodes

2 days ago

Dr. Scott Binder on Life Lessons and Medical Philosophy Dr. Scott Binder, MD, shares his journey from a dermatopathology residency at UCLA to directing his own practice. He recounts challenges such as his first autopsy during the AIDS crisis and discusses overcoming prejudice, emphasizing the significance of resilience and putting patients first. Dr. Binder highlights the importance of moral integrity in medicine, continuous learning, and staying relevant through life's stages. He also touche...

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Dr. Scott Binder on Life Lessons and Medical Philosophy Dr. Scott Binder, MD, shares his journey from a dermatopathology residency at UCLA to directing his own practice. He recounts challenges such as his first autopsy during the AIDS crisis and discusses overcoming prejudice, emphasizing the significance of resilience and putting patients first. Dr. Binder highlights the importance of moral integrity in medicine, continuous learning, and staying relevant through life's stages. He also touche...

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Girl Doc Survival Guide

EP194: Dr. Scott Binder: A Perspective on Pathology and Beyond

Dr. Scott Binder on Life Lessons and Medical Philosophy Dr. Scott Binder, MD, shares his journey from a dermatopathology residency at UCLA to directing his own practice. He recounts challenges such as his first autopsy during the AIDS crisis and discusses overcoming prejudice, emphasizing the significance of resilience and putting patients first. Dr. Binder highlights the importance of moral integrity in medicine, continuous learning, and staying relevant through life's stages. He also touche...

2 days ago

15 minutes

Girl Doc Survival Guide

193: The Pathologist's Eye: Exploring Templates and Perception with Claudia Mello-Thoms

Understanding Visual Perception in Medical Diagnoses: A Deep Dive with Claudia Mello-Thoms In this episode, Christine continues the conversation with Claudia Mello-Thoms, an expert in visual perception as it relates to medical diagnosis. The discussion delves into the use of templates by experts to quickly recognize abnormalities in medical images, despite their large size and complexity. Claudia explains how perception operates at a subconscious level, often leading to perceptual errors in...

1 week ago

24 minutes

Girl Doc Survival Guide

EP192: Medical Image Perception: Insights with Claudia Mello-Thoms

Visual Expertise and Diagnostic Accuracy with Claudia Mello-Thoms, PhD In this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine interviews Claudia Mello-Thoms, PhD, an Associate Professor of Radiology and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Iowa. Claudia discusses her research on visual search, medical image perception, and why errors occur in reading radiological images. Key topics include the use of eye tracking to detect unconscious viewing patterns, the different diagnostic appro...

2 weeks ago

21 minutes

Girl Doc Survival Guide

EP191: Navigating Illness and Compassion: A Dialogue with Theresa Brown

The Sacred Duty of Healthcare: A Conversation with Theresa Brown In this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine interviews Theresa Brown, PhD, RN, a registered nurse, New York Times bestselling author, and cancer survivor. The discussion delves into Brown's experiences as both a clinician and a patient, highlighting the emotional challenges and the need for compassion in healthcare. Brown shares insights from her books, 'The Shift' and 'Healing,' and talks about her upcoming book, ...

3 weeks ago

21 minutes

Girl Doc Survival Guide

EP190: Dr. Naomi Elton's Blueprint for Navigating Success in Medicine

Career Planning and Wellbeing for Doctors with Dr. Naomi Elton In this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Dr. Naomi Elton, a systemic therapist and retired consultant psychiatrist, discusses her career journey and the importance of career planning and self-care for doctors. She talks about her new book with co-author Caroline Elton, PhD: 'Career Planning for Doctors: An Evidence-based Guide,' which provides practical exercises and methods inspired by Daniel Kahneman's cognitive decision-...

1 month ago

18 minutes

Girl Doc Survival Guide

EP189: Caroline Elton on the Human Experience: Autism, Family, and End-of-Life Care

Navigating Autism and End of Life: A Conversation with Dr. Caroline Elton In this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, host Christine invites back psychologist Dr. Caroline Elton, who has extensive experience supporting doctors' emotional wellbeing. Dr. Elton discusses her new book, Looking After: A Portrait of My Autistic Brother, and touches on end-of-life care. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:59 Discussing 'Looking After: Portrait of My Autistic Brother' 01:22 Lionel's Early Lif...

1 month ago

17 minutes

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EP188: Flourishing in Medicine: Exploring the PERMA Model with Dr. Maddie Lagina

Cultivating Joy in Medicine: Dr. Madeline Lagina on PERMA and Positive Psychology In this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Dr. Madeline Lagina, Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan, delves into the importance of joy in education and medicine. Drawing from her paper on the PERMA model—a framework for well-being comprising Positive Emotion, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, and Accomplishment—Dr. Lagina shares personal anecdotes and insights on how joy and other p...

1 month ago

15 minutes

Girl Doc Survival Guide

EP187: Embracing Emotions: Dr. Annia Raja on Burnout, Grief, and Healing

Exploring Physician Grief and Burnout with Dr. Annia Raja In this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine chats with Dr. Annia Raja, a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in therapy for high achievers, including physicians. Dr. Raja shares insights from her own experiences as a physician's spouse and dives deep into the many facets of grief that physicians encounter, including personal losses, changes in identity, and professional sacrifices. The discussion also touches on t...

1 month ago

15 minutes

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EP186: Balancing Dreams and Dermatology: A Conversation with Dr. Luiza Kalil

A Journey with Dr. Luiza Laborne Kalil In this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine speaks with Dr. Luiza Laborne Kalil, a dermatologist specializing in hair loss and an Assistant Professor at Yale. Dr. Kalil shares her inspiring journey from Brazil to the US, including her rapid completion of the USMLE tests while balancing work and family life. They discuss the challenges of work-life balance, finding motivation, and the importance of pursuing one's dreams. Dr. Kalil emphasizes...

1 month ago

13 minutes

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EP185: Mindful Living and Writing with Dr. Hafeez Diwan

Dr. Hafeez Diwan: The Power of 'Meh', Writing Passions, and Handling Obnoxious People In this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Dr. Hafeez Diwan, Professor of Pathology, Immunology, and Dermatology at Baylor College of Medicine, shares insights on his diverse writing endeavors, from self-help books to a young adult sci-fi fantasy novel co-authored with his daughter. Highlighting ideas from his books 'The Power of Meh' and 'How to Love Obnoxious People,' Dr. Diwan discusses strategies fo...

2 months ago

15 minutes

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EP184: Navigating Grief: A Conversation with Dr. Tony Subtil

Navigating Grief with Dr. Tony Subtil: Acceptance, Processing, and Adjustment In this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine explores the topic of grief with Dr. Tony Subtil, a Clinical Associate Professor of Pathology at the University of British Columbia and author of the textbook Diagnosis of Cutaneous Lymphoid Infiltrates: A Visual Approach to Differential Diagnosis and Knowledge Gaps. Dr. Subtil shares his personal experiences with grief, discusses the common misconceptions ph...

2 months ago

14 minutes

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EP183: Breaking Traditions: Dr. Jane Grant-Kels on Family and Career

Career and Family: A Conversation with Dr. Jane Grant-Kels In this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine interviews Dr. Jane Grant-Kels, a prominent dermatologist and Professor at the University of Connecticut Health Center. Dr. Grant-Kels shares insights from her extensive career in dermatology, including founding the UConn Dermatology residency program and receiving numerous accolades. She offers personal anecdotes about balancing her demanding career and family life, the import...

2 months ago

19 minutes

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EP182: Navigating Dermatopathology: Insights from Dr. Jag Bhawan

A Conversation with Dr. Jag Bhawan: Career, Challenges, and Lifelong Learning in Dermatopathology In this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Dr. Jag Bhawan, a distinguished dermatopathologist from Boston University School of Medicine, shares his journey and accomplishments in the field. Dr. Bhawan recounts a significant anecdote from his early career, emphasizing the importance of maintaining an open mind, the value of perseverance, and the necessity of clinical-pathological correlation....

2 months ago

19 minutes

Girl Doc Survival Guide

EP181: Carving Paths: Women's Journeys in Medicine with Dr. Eliza Chin

Medicine and Motherhood with Dr. Eliza Lo Chin This episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide features Dr. Eliza Lo Chin, Executive Director of the American Medical Women's Association (AMWA) and former AMWA President. Dr. Chin, an internist with a focus on women's health, shares her personal journey balancing her career, motherhood, and marriage. She discusses the inspiration behind her anthology, 'This Side of Doctoring: Reflections from Women in Medicine,' and reflects on her path to becoming...

3 months ago

11 minutes

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EP180: The Art of Pathology: Balancing Passion and Profession with Dr. Edward Gutmann

The Balance of Work and Passion with Dr. Edward J Gutmann In this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine welcomes Dr. Edward J Gutmann, MD, a cytopathologist at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center. They discuss Dr. Gutmann's career path which includes studying English and history, and how these experiences inform his work in pathology. Dr. Gutmann shares a memorable anecdote about choosing a Bob Weir concert over an academic lecture, highlighting the importance of personal passions ...

3 months ago

16 minutes

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EP179: A Conversation with Dr. William James on Growth, Gratitude, and Dermatology

Insights on Success, Optimism, and Emotional Intelligence with Dr. William James In this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine interviews Dr. William James, an Emeritus Professor of Dermatology with a distinguished career spanning over four decades. Dr. James shares his extensive medical background, personal anecdotes, and the importance of forming lasting relationships. He discusses key skills that have contributed to his thriving academic career, such as optimism, listening, and...

3 months ago

14 minutes

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EP178: Reimagining Success: Leaning Out with Dawn Baker

Embracing Change: From Breast Cancer to Being Nice to Yourself In this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine edited an episode from the Lean Out Podcast with Dr. Dawn Baker. The conversation covers Christine's journey with a breast cancer diagnosis and its impact on her work. They discuss the importance of self-care, the fixed mindset, and having hobbies. Christine shares insights from her journey as a parent of a young patient and her reflections on medical decisions, emphasizing...

3 months ago

13 minutes

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EP177: Tuscan Trails and Total Renewal

The Rejuvenating Power of a Well-Planned Vacation In this short and sweet summer episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine shares her rejuvenating experience from a girls' vacation to Italy. The trip was a graduation gift from her sister to her daughter and included highlights such as exploring Rome, biking through Tuscany, and visiting Florence. Christine emphasizes the benefits of taking a vacation planned by someone else, visiting a new place, and engaging in the right amount of ac...

4 months ago

1 minute

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EP176: Beyond Sound: Owen's Story of Silence and Sound

Exploring Life with Cochlear Implants: A Conversation with Paul Bass and Owen Whang In this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, we have excerpts from Dateline New Haven, in which host Paul Bass interviews Christine and her son Owen Whang about their picture book, SOUND SWITCH WONDER. The book, inspired by Owen's experiences with cochlear implants, aims to fill a gap in children's literature by featuring a character with the implants living his daily life. Christine, a Professor of Dermato...

4 months ago

8 minutes

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EP175: From Melanoma to Mindbody Medicine: Dr. Keira Barr's Story

Unveiling the Connection: Dr. Keira Barr on Stress, Skin Health, and the Mind-Body Paradigm In this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Dr. Keira Barr, a dermatologist specializing in somatic psychodermatology, shares her personal journey of discovering early melanoma and the ensuing health challenges that led her to explore the mind-body connection. Dr. Barr discusses the critical role of stress in skin and overall health, highlighting the importance of recognizing and addressing body si...

4 months ago

20 minutes