Road to Resilience

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• What Childhood Trauma Leaves Behind 25.06.2026 29мин

  Childhood trauma can leave lasting marks on the brain, body, and sense of safety—but it does not define a person’s future. In this episode of Road to Resilience, host Stephen Calabria speaks with Frank W. Putnam, MD, one of the country’s leading researchers on childhood trauma and maltreatment. Drawing on decades of clinical work and a landmark longitudinal study that followed abused girls from childhood into adulthood, Dr. Putnam explains how early maltreatment can shape mental health,...
• Women's Health Reimagined 11.06.2026 44мин

  Women's health is often associated with pregnancy and reproductive care—but that’s only part of the story. In this episode of Road to Resilience, host Stephen Calabria sits down with two leaders at the forefront of a new era in women's healthcare: Dr. Joanne Stone, Chair of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Science at Mount Sinai, and Dr. Anna Barbieri, gynecologist, menopause specialist, and clinical strategy leader for the Carolyn Rowan Center for Women’s Health and Wellness. Together...
• Turning Off the Noise 28.05.2026 30мин

  When Lucy Foote suffered her first seizure during a stressful work presentation in 2020, she had no idea it would begin a six-year battle with epilepsy that would eventually lead to brain surgery. In this deeply personal episode of Road to Resilience, Lucy shares what it was like to navigate fear, uncertainty, and the invisible emotional burden of chronic illness while trying to maintain her independence in New York City. She discusses the role of family support, faith, and radical lifes...
• The Science of Feeling Stuck 14.05.2026 36мин

  Why do some people feel trapped in sadness, while others lose their sense of motivation and purpose? In this episode of Road to Resilience, host Stephen Calabria speaks with Dr. Martijn Figee about the brain science behind depression, resilience, and emotional recovery. A leader in the study of deep brain stimulation and psychiatric neuromodulation, Dr. Figee explains how different brain circuits govern mood, reward, stress, and motivation—and how understanding those systems may reshape...
• From Caregiver to Patient 30.04.2026 32мин

  Jeremy Boal, MD, spent years caring for patients with late-stage ALS—known as Lou Gehrig's disease, it's a neurological disease that typically comes with a life expectancy of 2-5 years from diagnosis. Then he was diagnosed with that very condition. In this podcast, Dr. Boal reflects on his medical and personal trajectory with new insights. He discusses the importance of addressing anger and dread, the role of family and friends, and the need for both medical and psychological help and f...
• The Science of Resilience 16.04.2026 45мин

  You may think that resilience is a quality that people are born with, but that's often untrue—resilience can be cultivated and honed. In this podcast, Dr. Jon Depierro, Professor of Psychiatry at Mount Sinai and Associate Director of Mount Sinai's Center for Stress, Resilience, and Personal Growth, talks to Dr. Sherry Hamby, Distinguished Research Professor of Psychology at the University of the South, and author of Stronger Than You Think: Building Lifelong Resilience. The pair discuss...
• Seeing the Light 02.04.2026 38мин

  When Susan Baum was diagnosed with Age-Related Macular Degeneration, the news landed with unusual force: She had already watched the disease reshape the lives of close family members, narrowing mobility, independence, and daily confidence. Instead of accepting her relatives’ fate, Baum pushed deeper into research until she found a promising path forward: red light treatment newly introduced through New York Eye and Ear Infirmary. In this conversation, Susan shares how measurable ...
• Self-Care for the New Year 08.01.2026 32мин

  Heart failure and heart transplant patients face change and uncertainty. Cardiologist Dr. Anu Lala emphasizes the value of gratitude, mindful language, and affirmations to help. She invites patients to meet life as it is, rather than ruminate on what they wish it was. Visit https://www.mountsinai.org/clinical-trials to see if you're eligible to enroll in a clinical trial with the Mount Sinai Health System. Check out more episodes of Road to Resilience —as well as guest pictures, transcr...
• Heart and Hustle: The Caregiver's Journey 23.12.2025 28мин

  Caregiving can carry a heavy emotional, physical, and financial toll. Dr. Allison Applebaum, director of the Steven S. Elbaum Family Center for Caregiving, discusses the importance of supporting those who care for others. Visit https://www.mountsinai.org/clinical-trials to see if you're eligible to enroll in a clinical trial with the Mount Sinai Health System. Check out more episodes of Road to Resilience —as well as guest pictures, transcripts, and more— on the Mount Sinai website. Road to ...
• Running Against the Odds 11.12.2025 24мин

  Diagnosed with severe and debilitating Crohn’s disease, Catherine Rodgers, a child life specialist at Kravis Children’s Hospital, drew inspiration from her patients—and entered the NYC Marathon to support them. Visit https://www.mountsinai.org/clinical-trials to see if you're eligible to enroll in a clinical trial with the Mount Sinai Health System. Check out more episodes of Road to Resilience —as well as guest pictures, transcripts, and more— on the Mount Sinai website. Road to Resil...
• So You're Feeling Anxious? 26.11.2025 28мин

  One of the challenges of social anxiety is that it feels like you’re the only one experiencing it. But that’s not true. In fact, rates of social anxiety are high and growing in the United States. But Dr. Charissa Chamorro, clinical psychologist and Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, explains that there are things you can do to feel better. Visit https://www.mountsinai.org/clinical-trials to see if you're eligible to enroll in a clinical ...
• Life on the Front Lines 11.11.2025 52мин

  Daniel Nicastri, MD, a former Navy doctor and current Mount Sinai thoracic surgeon, interviews Lou Guerra, former Green Beret and current student at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Guerra shares his journey from running a successful pizza restaurant to the battlefield to the classroom, and how the lessons he learned in Afghanistan and Ukraine helped him meet the academic challenges on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. This episode of Road to Resilience is published in observance ...
• Finding Light After Loss 30.10.2025 46мин

  After having a stillborn baby, it can be difficult to know how to continue. In this special episode of Road to Resilience, recorded in honor of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, guest host Dr. Joanne Stone, director of Mount Sinai’s Rainbow Clinic, speaks with Stephanie Lee, a former patient who lost her baby, Elodie, at 8 months. Stephanie shares her journey through unimaginable grief, her path toward healing, and how the Rainbow Clinic supported her throughout subsequent preg...
• No Need to Struggle Alone 16.10.2025 42мин

  Adolescence can be difficult for everyone. But when you’re battling depression, loneliness, and addiction, you really need a helping hand. In this episode of Road to Resilience, Dr. Shilpa Taufique, psychiatrist and Director of the Comprehensive Adolescent Rehabilitation and Education Service (CARES) at the Mount Sinai Health System, interviews Ronelle Pelissier, former patient, student, and current intake coordinator at CARES. Visit https://www.mountsinai.org/clinical-trials to see if you're...
• A Mother's Resolve 02.10.2025 42мин

  When even a little bit of powdered milk in a bowl of ice cream can cause an extreme reaction, navigating your child’s food allergies becomes challenging—and highly fraught. In this episode, Holly Esteves describes the challenges of keeping her son safe in the face of his allergies. She explains how faith, diligence, and lots of medical advice help her keep her son safe. Visit https://www.mountsinai.org/clinical-trials to see if you're eligible to enroll in a clinical trial with the Mount Sina...
• Donating Your Brain to Science 18.09.2025 24мин

  Studying the brain after death can give us valuable clues about treating—and perhaps curing—dementia and other neurological diseases, says Stephanie McQuillan, Clinical Research Manager at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Visit https://www.mountsinai.org/clinical-trials to see if you're eligible to enroll in a clinical trial with the Mount Sinai Health System. Check out more episodes of Road to Resilience —as well as guest pictures, transcripts, and more— on the Mount Sinai websit...
• What I Learned in the Operating Room 04.09.2025 34мин

  Dr. Raja Flores, Chair of Thoracic Surgery at Mount Sinai, discusses his groundbreaking work treating lung and esophageal cancers. He shares powerful stories of resilience from patients and families, explains the realities of cancer care, and highlights the importance of trust, compassion, and experience in facing some of life’s toughest diagnoses. Visit https://www.mountsinai.org/clinical-trials to see if you're eligible to enroll in a clinical trial with the Mount Sinai Health System....
• The Historic Triple Transplant 21.08.2025 47мин

  When 46-year-old Mack Godbee’s heart, kidneys, and liver all began to fail, doctors at Mount Sinai faced the extraordinary challenge of performing the first-ever triple organ transplant in New York State. In this episode, surgeons Drs. Ani Anyanwu and Sandy Fuhrman recount the historic procedure, the teamwork that made it possible, and the resilience of a patient who beat the odds. Visit https://www.mountsinai.org/clinical-trials to see if you're eligible to enroll in a clinical trial with th...
• Lessons from Postpartum Psychosis 07.08.2025 32мин

  Postpartum psychosis affects one to two women out of every thousand births. It can arrive suddenly—within days of delivery—and present with hallucinations, delusions, mania, or suicidal thoughts. Despite the severity, it's one of the most overlooked and stigmatized perinatal mental health conditions. In this powerful and eye-opening episode of Road to Resilience, Mount Sinai psychiatrist Dr. Veerle Bergink, and computational geneticist Dr. Behrang Mahjani, unpack the science, warning signs, a...
• A New Heart, A New Life 24.07.2025 33мин

  Karen Rochester developed a very dangerous heart condition—at one point, she was told she might not survive the ambulance ride to the hospital. But a heart transplant, coupled with a tremendous support system and a positive attitude, the former nurse made it through. Now she likes to tell her story, extolling the importance of community and resilience. Visit https://www.mountsinai.org/clinical-trials to see if you're eligible to enroll in a clinical trial with the Mount Sinai Health System. C...