Best The MetaAnalysis Podcasts (2025)

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MetaCast #21 - Resilience in Scrubs: Dr. Rafael Ayala's Path to Cardiac Surgery in Europe 53:25

23h ago53:25

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Learn more about the Meta-Analysis Academy: https://is.gd/BM9Xdm. In the #21 episode of MetaCast, we welcome Dr. Rafael Ayala, a cardiac surgeon from El Salvador now practicing in Germany. He shares his remarkable journey from a working-class upbringing to training at top German institutions, overcoming language, cultural, and academic barriers alo…

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MetaCast Port #21 - Pesquisa que Transforma: Como Meta-Análises Levaram Pedro Antônio à Cirurgia Cardíaca de Harvard 43:46

9d ago43:46

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Saiba mais sobre o Meta-Analysis Academy: https://shorturl.at/2wtie No episódio #21 do MetaCast, recebemos Pedro Antônio Souza, estudante de medicina da Universidade Federal de Uberlândia e aluno do Meta-Analysis Academy. Primeiro médico da família, Pedro compartilha como a pesquisa o levou a uma trajetória acadêmica impressionante: em apenas um an…

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MetaCast #20 - How Top U.S. Programs Shape Physicians: The Story of Dr. Daniel Marcusa 53:01

11d ago53:01

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Learn more about the Meta-Analysis Academy: https://is.gd/BM9Xdm. In MetaCast #20, Dr. Rhanderson Cardoso welcomes Dr. Daniel Marcusa, cardiology fellow at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School. Dr. Marcusa brings a unique blend of clinical excellence, leadership experience, and thoughtful reflection on academic culture. His journey …

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MetaCast PT #20 - Pesquisa com Propósito: O Caminho das Meta-Análises de Impacto de Vinícius, Gabriel e Ramon 35:14

23d ago35:14

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Saiba mais sobre o Meta-Analysis Academy: https://shorturl.at/2wtie Neste episódio #20 do MetaCast PT, recebemos 3 convidados que representam o que há de mais promissor na nova geração da medicina acadêmica: Vinícius Bittar, Gabriel Scarpione e Ramon Huntermann. Ainda no início da graduação, eles ingressaram no Meta Análise Academy e rapidamente se…

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MetaCast #19 - From India to ACC: Road to U.S. Residency with Mir and Mangesh 39:50

24d ago39:50

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Learn more about the Meta-Analysis Academy: https://is.gd/BM9Xdm. In the 19th episode of MetaCast, Dr. Rhanderson Cardoso welcomes two outstanding IMGs from India: Dr. Mangesh Kritya, currently a research fellow at Houston Methodist, and Dr. Mir Wajid, a junior resident at VMMC and Safdarjung Hospital. Just one year after graduating medical school,…

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The evidence on physician associates, and the evidence against back pain injections 31:35

29d ago31:35

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Helen MacDonald and Juan Franco are back, magnifying glasses in hand, to take a closer look at what’s happening in evidence based medicine. In this episode: the NHS increasingly relies on physician associates to plug some of its leaks. But, what do academic studies show about the effectiveness of these newest healthcare team members? Trish Greenhal…

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MetaCast PT #19 - Da Assistência à Pesquisa: Meta-Análise reacendendo propósitos com Dra. Alexandra Brígido e Dr. Natanael Portilho 41:00

1M ago41:00

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Saiba mais sobre o Meta-Analysis Academy: https://shorturl.at/2wtie No episódio #19 do MetaCast PT, recebemos dois convidados especiais: a Dra. Alexandra Brígido, eletrofisiologista invasiva, doutoranda e referência em arritmias no Brasil, e o Dr. Nathanael Portilho, cardiologista com atuação em medicina do sono, ecocardiografia e terapia intensiva…

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MetaCast #18 - The Job of a Hospitalist in the USA with Dr. Ronaldo Correa 51:50

1M ago51:50

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Learn more about the Meta-Analysis Academy: https://is.gd/BM9Xdm. In the 18th episode of MetaCast, Dr. Rhanderson Cardoso chats with Dr. Ronaldo Correa, a Brazilian physician who completed his residency at the prestigious UPMC and now practices as a hospitalist (nocturnist) at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. Together, they dive deep into th…

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0113 with Transition Mentor Wendy Cole - Later Bloom 1:45:35

1M ago1:45:35

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In this episode of The Junkyard Love Podcast, we meet Wendy Cole, a 67-year-old Transition Mentor who fully transitioned after 65. Wendy shares her inner perspective from her years living as a married man and father while grappling deeply with identity, societal expectations, and secrets that visited her sleep. Wendy shares stories of how she embra…

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MetaCast PT #18 - Revolução na cirurgia oftalmológica: a história por trás do simulador de cirurgias que conquistou Harvard com Tauanni Alves 56:13

2M ago56:13

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Saiba mais sobre o Meta-Analysis Academy: https://shorturl.at/2wtie No 18º episódio do MetaCast PT, Dr. Rhanderson Cardoso recebe a Dra. Tauanni Alves, oftalmologista, fundadora da Orbitau — uma startup brasileira que está revolucionando o ensino cirúrgico com simuladores realistas de olhos humanos. O episódio mergulha nos bastidores da criação da …

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MetaCast #17 - Cracking the U.S. Radiology Market: A Guide for International Doctors with Dr. Javed Sheikh 45:58

2M ago45:58

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Learn more about the Meta-Analysis Academy: https://is.gd/BM9Xdm. In the episode #17 of MetaCast, we welcome Dr. Javed Sheikh, a radiology fellow at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. Originally from Mumbai, India, Dr. Sheikh completed his medical training and radiology residency before embarking on the Alternative Pathway to practice in the U…

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0112 with David Crayk - 'True Teachings' - Interviewing My High-School Drama Teacher 15 Years Later 1:39:36

2M ago1:39:36

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In this heartfelt episode of The Junkyard Love Podcast, I reconnect with one of the most influential mentors of my life—my high school drama teacher, David Crayk. We dive deep into creativity, teaching, personal growth, and the power of human connection. David shares his journey from being a young dreamer to a teacher, the impact of mentorship, and…

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MetaCast PT #17 - HeartMate 3 no Brasil: A Revolução na Insuficiência Cardíaca com a Dra. Juliana Giorgi 52:53

2M ago52:53

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Saiba mais sobre o Meta-Analysis Academy: https://shorturl.at/2wtie No episódio #17 do MetaCast PT, recebemos a Dra. Juliana Giorgi, cardiologista e especialista em insuficiência cardíaca, reconhecida por ter sido a primeira cardiologista no Brasil a participar do implante do dispositivo de assistência ventricular de longa duração HeartMate 3. Com …

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MetaCast #16 - Mapping the Heart and the World: Dr. Enrico Ferro’s Global Quest for Innovation 49:18

2M ago49:18

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Learn more about the Meta-Analysis Academy: https://is.gd/BM9Xdm. In the episode #16 of MetaCast, we receive Dr. Enrico Ferro, an Electrophysiology Fellow at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and a Medical Officer at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Born and raised in Italy, Dr. Ferro embarked on a remarkable journey to the United States t…

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Anti-HIV injections vs. oral medication, and best uses for AI in healthcare 30:49

2M ago30:49

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Helen Macdonald and Juan Franco are back, delving into some new evidence. Studies showing that bi-annual injection that could prevent HIV transmission sound incredible, but will the implementation research find that the tried and tested pill regime is better? Jen Manne-Goehler, Assistant Professor of Medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital, explai…

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MetaCast PT #16 - De Manaus a Harvard: o caminho de Caroline Balieiro rumo aos EUA 53:12

3M ago53:12

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Saiba mais sobre o Meta-Analysis Academy: https://shorturl.at/2wtie No episódio #16 do MetaCast PT, recebemos a estudante de medicina Caroline Balieiro, da Universidade Estadual do Amazonas, que realizou um Observership em Dermatologia no Brigham and Women’s Hospital, ligado à Harvard Medical School. Caroline compartilha sua história de como conseg…

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MetaCast #15 - From Nurse to Medical Science Liaison: Ana Clara’s U.S. Journey 37:32

3M ago37:32

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Learn more about the Meta-Analysis Academy: https://is.gd/BM9Xdm. In the episode #15 of MetaCast, we welcome Ana Clara Tolentino, PhD, a dedicated nurse who successfully transitioned into the role of a Medical Science Liaison. Originally from Rio de Janeiro, Ana Clara shares her inspiring story of pursuing a nursing degree at UFRJ, gaining broad cl…

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0111 with Nate Tanzman - Father 2:04:28

3M ago2:04:28

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Nate is a husband, father, stunt-bike rider, motivational speaker, videographer, inspired leader, and an honest man. He joins us to engage in a deep, introspective conversation about personal growth, spirituality, and masculinity. We explore themes of overcoming adversity, finding purpose, and the importance of fatherhood and personal accountabilit…

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MetaCast PT #15 - Casal Médico da Paraíba nos EUA: A jornada de Gilson e Amanda ao Topo da Cardiologia 52:08

3M ago52:08

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Saiba mais sobre o Meta-Analysis Academy: https://shorturl.at/2wtie No episódio #15 do MetaCast PT, recebemos Gilson e Amanda Fernandes, um casal de médicos paraibanos que trilhou uma jornada impressionante até se tornarem especialistas de referência nos Estados Unidos. Gilson, eletrofisiologista e professor na Boston University, e Amanda, fellow e…

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MetaCast #14 - Mathematics, Medicine, and Public Health: Renata Proa’s Career Insights 40:23

3M ago40:23

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Learn more about the Meta-Analysis Academy: https://is.gd/BM9Xdm. In the 14th episode of MetaCast, we have the privilege of hosting Renata Prôa, a trailblazing researcher whose interdisciplinary journey spans neuroscience, data science, and public health. Renata is a Data Scientist at Hospital Albert Einstein (Brazil), a Master’s student in Public …

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UTI dipstick tests, and the effects of staff turnover on patients 38:11

3M ago38:11

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In this first episode of 2025, hosts Helen MacDonald and Juan Franco focus on hospitals - asking how useful UTI dipstick tests really are for acutely ill patients, and what are the effects of staff turnover on patient care in NHS hospitals? 01:11 The use of dipsticks for acutely ill UTI patients 07:48 Interview with UTI paper author 17:26 Turnover …

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MetaCast PT #14 - Estudantes Brasileiros Brilham no American Heart Association 47:36

3M ago47:36

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Saiba mais sobre o Meta-Analysis Academy: https://shorturl.at/2wtie No episódio 14 do MetaCast PT, gravado em Chicago durante o congresso da American Heart Association, o Dr. Rhanderson Cardoso recebe três estudantes de Medicina que estão brilhando no cenário de pesquisa: Maria Antônia (UFJF), Mariana Clemente (FMP) e Lucas Mendes (UFMG). Eles cont…

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MetaCast #13 - From the Amazon to the ICU: A Global ID Doctor’s Return to Residency with Taniela Bes 32:04

4M ago32:04

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Learn more about the Meta-Analysis Academy: https://is.gd/BM9Xdm. In the 13th episode of MetaCast, Dr. Rhanderson Cardoso welcomes Dr. Taniela Bes, an infectious disease specialist who originally trained in Brazil and later moved to the United States for research and, ultimately, a second residency in Internal Medicine at MetroWest Medical Center. …

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MetaCast PT #13 - SARAH Trial: Revolucionado a Cardio-Oncologia com Marcely Bonatto 41:55

4M ago41:55

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Saiba mais sobre o Meta-Analysis Academy: https://shorturl.at/2wtie No episódio 13 do MetaCast PT, recebemos Marcely Bonatto, cardiologista especializada em insuficiência cardíaca e transplante de coração pelo Incor, e autora do SARAH Trial. Marcely compartilha sua trajetória inspiradora até a apresentação do revolucionário estudo na área da cardio…

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0110 with Rebecca Wild - Turning The Lights On 1:30:22

4M ago1:30:22

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Rebecca and I sit down for a raw and enlightening conversation about overcoming life’s most challenging moments. From personal trauma to profound self-discovery, we discuss the pivotal moments that shaped our paths toward healing and growth. With heartfelt anecdotes, practical advice, and a sprinkle of humor, this dialogue is a beacon of hope and a…

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MetaCast #12 - From PowerPoint to Publications: Camila Verônica's Inspiring Journey to Harvard 48:08

4M ago48:08

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On episode #12 of MetaCast, Dr. Rhanderson Cardoso is joined by the remarkable Dr. Camila Veronica Freire, a Brazilian physician who is now a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Cardiology at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, affiliated with Harvard Medical School. Dr. Freire shares her extraordinary journey—from overcoming financial challenges as a medica…

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Talking Christmas evidence 2024 26:07

4M ago26:07

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In this special festive episode, Helen MacDonald, Juan Franco, and guest Tim Feeney discuss three intriguing themes from BMJ's 2024 Christmas edition: cognitive dysfunction in careers that require spatial cognition, and in large language models; the effectiveness of heated mittens on osteoarthritis hand symptoms; and a trial exploring just-in-time …

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0109 with retired Navy SEAL combat veteran, Author, CEO - Marty Strong - Adapt, Move, Be Different. 1:24:17

5M ago1:24:17

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I sit down with Marty Strong, former Navy SEAL, and we explore his unique approach to life and work, characterized by his openness to opportunity and his ability to adapt and thrive in unexpected situations. Marty shares lots of great stories, perspectives, and some key highlights from his latest book. We talked about embracing opportunities, culti…

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MetaCast PT #12 - Do Ceará ao Colorado: A Conquista da Residência Médica de Thomaz Costa 33:26

5M ago33:26

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Saiba mais sobre o Meta-Analysis Academy: https://shorturl.at/2wtie No 12º episódio do MetaCast PT, a nossa Guest Host Livia Romariz recebe Thomaz Costa, um exemplo inspirador de como dedicação e estratégia podem transformar uma carreira médica. Originário do Ceará, Thomaz compartilha os desafios enfrentados durante sua formação na Universidade Fed…

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0108 with Author of 'The Human Idea' Anne Riley - Always Evolution Occurs 1:32:32

5M ago1:32:32

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Anne Riley, armed with an MBA, scientific wit, experience in multiple industries, and the mind of a curious philosopher - has been on a lifelong quest to understand how humans logically fit into life's panorama. Spending much of her time studying the works of Charles Darwin, Stephen Jay Gould, and Michael Rothschild (among many others), and immersi…

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MetaCast #11 - Thriving as an International Resident: Esther’s Tips for Fellowship Applications 41:35

5M ago41:35

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Learn more about the Meta-Analysis Academy: https://is.gd/BM9Xdm. On the 11th episode #MetaCast, Dr. Rhanderson Cardoso sits down with the incredible Esther Benitez! From Paraguay to Chicago: Hear Esther's inspiring journey as an International Medical Graduate (IMG) navigating residency in the U.S. Discover how Esther leveraged her experience with …

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MetaCast PT #11 - De Minas Gerais para Minneapolis: A meta-análise como ponte para pesquisa global, com Pedro Carvalho 48:42

5M ago48:42

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Saiba mais sobre o Meta-Analysis Academy: https://shorturl.at/2wtie No 11º episódio do MetaCast PT, recebemos Pedro Carvalho, um exemplo brilhante de como dedicação e estratégia podem transformar uma carreira. Pedro nasceu em Contagem, Minas Gerais, e compartilha desde os desafios para ingressar na Medicina até a conquista de publicações de meta-an…

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MetaCast #10 - Meta Masters Spotlight: Exploring Research Journeys with Sarai, Nelson, and Guilherme 50:11

6M ago50:11

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In the 10th episode of MetaCast, Dr. Rhanderson Cardoso hosts an inspiring conversation with three extraordinary guests: Sarai, Nelson, and Guilherme. Each guest recounts their remarkable journey in medicine and research, from being a research coordinator in California to chief residency in New York or practicing as an attending cardiologist in Bra…

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0107 with Marriage Coaches Meredith and Craig Bennett - Marriage Needs Sunlight and Water 52:28

6M ago52:28

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Meredith and Craig Bennett are relationship coaches. Awhile back, at the exact same time, they both left their corporate jobs to pursue being entrepreneurs - they jumped right into real estate, and bombed quickly. And it turned out to be exactly what they needed to head them down a road right back to themselves. They stop by The Junkyard Love Podca…

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MetaCast PT #10 - Entre Patentes e Startups: A Ciência para Revolucionar a Medicina com Daniel Dahis 1:04:20

6M ago1:04:20

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Saiba mais sobre o Meta-Analysis Academy: https://shorturl.at/2wtie No 10º episódio do MetaCast PT, recebemos Daniel Dahis, um brilhante pesquisador brasileiro que transformou seu desejo de trabalhar com medicina em uma carreira inovadora na área de biotecnologia. Da UFRJ ao Technion, em Israel, e finalmente em Boston, Daniel compartilha sua trajet…

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MetaCast PT #09 - Um ano de pesquisa em Harvard ainda durante a Faculdade de Medicina 47:14

6M ago47:14

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Saiba mais sobre o Meta-Analysis Academy: https://shorturl.at/2wtie No 9º episódio do MetaCast, temos o prazer de receber Antonio Mutarelli, estudante de medicina da Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG) e pesquisador que atualmente realiza um Research Fellowship no Massachusetts General Hospital, afiliado à Harvard Medical School. Discutimos…

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MetaCast #09 - Paths in Medicine: Bridging Business and Research with Maria Luiza 45:19

7M ago45:19

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In the 9th episode of MetaCast, we’re thrilled to welcome Maria Luiza, a medical student from São Paulo, Brazil, currently working as a Research Fellow at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School. Maria’s journey bridges medicine, business, and faith in an inspiring story of purpose and perseverance. Join us as Maria shares her exp…

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MetaCast PT #08 - Parceiro(a) do IMG: EUA também é para você! 37:21

7M ago37:21

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Saiba mais sobre o Meta-Analysis Academy: https://shorturl.at/2wtie No 8º episódio do MetaCast, Rhanderson Cardoso conversa com Carolina Cardoso, estudante do 3º ano de Direito no Boston College e sua esposa, sobre sua jornada de quase dez anos nos Estados Unidos. Carolina compartilha suas experiências de adaptação, desde aprender inglês até entrar…

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MetaCast #08 - Career Insights with an Associate Program Director: Meet Alice Gallo, MD 1:06:11

7M ago1:06:11

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In the 8th episode of MetaCast, we’re joined by Dr. Alice Gallo, Associate Program Director of Internal Medicine at the Mayo Clinic. Originally from Brazil, Dr. Gallo has built an impressive career in pulmonary and critical care, with a passion for bedside teaching and mentorship. She’s a leader in medical education, shaping the next generation of …

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MetaCast #07 - Frans Serpa’s Road to Internal Medicine Residency 50:12

7M ago50:12

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In the 7th episode of MetaCast, host Rhanderson Cardoso sits down with Dr. Frans Serpa, a driven international medical graduate from Ecuador, who shares his incredible journey from South America to becoming a resident at one of the top internal medicine programs in the U.S., UT Southwestern Medical Center. Frans walks us through the challenges he e…

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MetaCast PT #07 - Alternate Pathway: Como Se Tornar Radiologista nos EUA com Tiago Carvalho 55:48

8M ago55:48

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Saiba mais sobre o Meta-Analysis Academy: https://shorturl.at/2wtie No 7º episódio do MetaCast, Rhanderson Cardoso recebe o radiologista Tiago Lins de Carvalho, que compartilha sua trajetória desde a formação no Brasil até sua carreira internacional, com fellowships no Canadá e nos Estados Unidos. Tiago fala sobre o processo de aplicação para fello…

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0106 with Connector and Operations Manager Cameron 'Cam' Reid - Cleaning The Floors Well 1:43:13

8M ago1:43:13

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Cameron is a fun, loving, optimist - who will try anything once - and thrives on gathering good people together. He has a contagious and ridiculous laugh that 'most' people seem to love. He is a proponent of medicinal psychedelic usage, meditation, breathwork, flexibility, daily intentional movement, spontaneous dancing, karate kicking to fun music…

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MetaCast #06 - Studying Medicine in Italy: Journey from Brasilia to Bologna with Giovanna Pascual 51:33

8M ago51:33

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The 6th episode of MetaCast explores the inspiring journey of Giovanna Pascual, a medical student at the University of Bologna, who has gained international experience through observerships in Greece and Boston, USA. From growing up in Brasília to pursuing her medical education in Italy, Giovanna shares her incredible story of academic and personal…

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MetaCast PT #06 - Pioneirismo em Eletrofisiologia: O Legado de André D'Avila no Brasil e no Mundo 1:02:49

8M ago1:02:49

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Saiba mais sobre o Meta-Analysis Academy: https://shorturl.at/2wtie No 6º episódio do MetaCast, Rhanderson Cardoso recebe o Dr. André D'Avila, chefe da eletrofisiologia no Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, afiliado à Harvard Medical School. Ele compartilha sua trajetória inspiradora, desde os desafios enfrentados no início da carreira no Brasil…

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MetaCast #05 - The Making of a Global Surgeon: Dr. Ayla Gerk’s Transformative Work 48:42

8M ago48:42

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In the fifth episode of MetaCast, Dr. Ayla Gerk unfolds her remarkable journey across the globe, from her medical training in Argentina to her influential work with Harvard Medical School's Program in Global Surgery and Social Change. Dr. Gerk discusses her crucial role in developing Ecuador's first National Surgical, Obstetric, and Anesthesia Plan…

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MetaCast PT #05 - Pesquisa de Alto Impacto Durante a Faculdade com André Rivera e Marcelo Braga 52:56

9M ago52:56

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Saiba mais sobre o Meta-Analysis Academy: https://shorturl.at/2wtie No quinto episódio do MetaCast, Rhanderson Cardoso conversa com dois estudantes de medicina, André Rivera e Marcelo Braga, que transformaram suas carreiras através da pesquisa científica e do Meta-Analysis Academy. Neste episódio, eles compartilham como, ainda no terceiro e quinto …

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