Globally Minded Medicine

Ebola: The Intersection Between Science and Culture 30.06.2026 10min

The current Ebola outbreak is leveraging many lessons from previous outbreaks in its control efforts. This episode looks at those lessons where science and culture intersect, and how crucial understanding, respecting, and collaborating with that culture is to responding to outbreaks. Disclaimer intro by Claire Eliason. Intro/Outro Music by Westin Wong

The Past and Future of Measles 20.06.2026 13min

Measles is currently having a major comeback…and that’s not a good thing. In this episode we take a look at the history of Measles, from the pre-vaccine era to today, and take a peek into the future we could have if we decide to act. Disclaimer intro by Claire Eliason. Intro/Outro Music by Westin Wong

Improving Your Travel History 13.06.2026 13min

Taking a travel history is an important part of every complete medical history, but do we do it well? In this episode, I talk about the importance of a good travel history and, using the mnemonic TIDE, give you some tips on how to take a better travel history. Disclaimer intro by Claire Eliason. Intro/Outro Music by Westin Wong

Episode 14: Urgent Calls from Distant Places 29.01.2024 19min

Dr. Marc-David Munk discusses some themes from his new book, URGENT CALLS FROM DISTANT PLACES: An Emergency Doctor’s Notes About Life and Death on the Frontiers of East Africa. Guest Bio: MARC-DAVID MUNK a Canadian/American, has emerged as a prominent figure in healthcare, driving change in emergency medicine and healthcare management across the U.S. and internationally. His career began as an emergency medicine professor and as the medical director of Qatar’s national ambulance servic...

Episode 13: Global Match Making! What to look for in a Global Health Partner 18.09.2023 12min

Finding a great Global Health partner in your efforts to serve and make an impact is incredibly important. In this episode, I talk about the benefits of partnering up as well as what to look for in a global health partner. Disclaimer intro by Claire Eliason. Intro/Outro Music by Westin Wong

Episode 12: Nuances of Medical Interpretation 04.09.2023 24min

The need for interpretation is common and critical in global medicine. Student doctor Michael Johnson joins the podcast to discuss the nuances of the vital service that helps deliver quality care to our patients. Co-Host/Guest Information: Michael Johnson is an osteopathic medical student at Rocky Vista University in Southern Utah and hails the University of Utah as his alma mater. He has a bachelor’s degree in biomedical physics with double minors in Spanish and Chemistry. He se...

Episode 11: The Climate-Health Connection 03.07.2023 20min

Have you heard of Deep Ecology? On this episode, student doctors Jess Vergara and Nicole Blekhter dive into the connection between our environment and our health. Co-Host/Guest Information: Nicole Blekhter is a first-generation American from Moldova and Lithuania and currently an Osteopathic Medical Student at Rocky Vista University. She has known she has wanted to become a physician for as long as she can remember, eager to serve and care for patients locally and globally. Nicole comp...

Episode 10: Lessons Learned from Antonella Lozano (Reflection Series) 26.06.2023 19min

As part of our Reflection Series, Student Doctor Antonella Lozano shares some of her thoughts and lessons learned through her personal experiences in Global Medicine. Co-Host/Guest Information: Antonella Lozano is a medical student passionate about women's health and pediatrics. Growing up as a minority, raised by a single mother, and not having health insurance, she understands how uncomfortable a medical experience can be. As a physician she would like to change that narrative and en...

Episode 9: Guinea Worm Disease with Brogan 01.06.2023 13min

Student Doctor Brogan Crockett walks us through Dracunculiasis: Guinea Worm Disease. Dracunculiasis: Hard to say...hard to eradicate...but we are making progress! Co-Host/Guest Information: Brogan Crockett OMS, MS, MHA, NR-P is a medical student at Rocky Vista University and first-generation graduate student. A Utah native, he is an alumnus of The University of Utah and Dixie State University. Brogan has been actively working in healthcare over the last decade in various settings with...

Episode 8: Sustainable Development Goals 22.04.2023 14min

Happy Earth Day! I thought reviewing the 17 Sustainable Development Goals would be a great way to celebrate Earth Day with you all! This info can be found in more detail on the official website: https://sdgs.un.org/goals You can also download their SDGs in Action app for more tips and connections: https://sdgsinaction.com/ Disclaimer intro by Claire Eliason. Intro/Outro Music by Westin Wong

Episode 7: Podoconiosis with Mia and Maison 04.03.2023 12min

Student Doctors Mia Panlilio and Maison Evensen-Martinez guide us through a discussion on what Podoconiosis is and what is being done about it. Co-Host/Guest Information: Mia Panlilio is a second year medical student originally from Walnut Creek, California. She did her undergrad at San Diego State University and then completed a post-bacc program at UC San Diego prior to starting at RVU, and in her free time she loves traveling, teaching yoga, cooking, and going to concerts. Maison Evensen...

Episode 6: Quick Review on Fast Fashion 18.02.2023 21min

In this sustainability episode, Allie Wallace, Arielle Navarro, and Lauren Weber join Dr. Mark discussing Fast Fashion: what is it, why is it bad for us, and what can we do to lessen the problem. Co-Host/Guest Information: Allie Wallace is a current OMS-II at Rocky Vista University in Southern Utah. She received her undergraduate degree in Biology from Iowa State University. She is interested in medical genetics, pediatrics, and the public health impacts of climate change, partic...

Episode 5: Dengue Part 2 - The Wolbachia Method 26.01.2023 12min

Dr. Mark, welcomes back Student Doctors Walker & Walker to discuss the World Mosquito Program's Wolbachia Method and its efforts to control Dengue and other mosquito borne illnesses. Co-Host/Guest Information: Ellison Barlow Walker is currently an OMS-III at Rocky Vista University. She is passionate about global outreach and women's health and hopes to be the best physician possible. She currently lives in sunny St. George Utah with her husband and fellow classmate Stephen Walker. Any fr...

Episode 4: Dengue Part 1 - The Ins and Outs of "Breakbone Fever" 23.01.2023 19min

Student Doctors Walker & Walker join host Dr. Mark discussing the basics of the ins and outs Dengue and Severe Dengue. Co-Host/Guest Information: Ellison Barlow Walker is currently an OMS-III at Rocky Vista University. She is passionate about global outreach and women's health and hopes to be the best physician possible. She currently lives in sunny St. George Utah with her husband and fellow classmate Stephen Walker. Any free time she can get is spent outside hiking, biking, playi...

Episode 3: Blizzard of Bugs: The Winter Respiratory Storm 24.12.2022 10min

Join podcast host, Dr. Mark, as he does a Current Events Episode discussing the whirlwind of winter respiratory illnesses hitting the northern hemisphere this season, what you can do to protect yourself and others, and what to do if you do get sick. Disclaimer intro by Claire Eliason. Intro Music by Westin Wong Disclaimer intro by Claire Eliason. Intro/Outro Music by Westin Wong

Episode 2: Traveler's Diarrhea, "HOLA" cultural mnemonic, and Water Saving Tips 23.07.2022 36min

Westin and Tim help discuss how to classify, treat, and prevent traveler's diarrhea, review how the mnemonic "HOLA" can help with cultural exchanges, and share water saving trips. Co-Host/Guest Info: Westin Wong is currently an OMS-III at Rocky Vista University. He received his undergraduate degree in Public Health and is passionate about global and community health. He is interested in Ophthalmology, discovering new music, and finding good places to eat wherever he goes! https://twitt...

Special Guest Episode 1: Refugee Health with Dr. Nicholas Comninellis 28.06.2022 33min

Dr. Nicholas Comninellis, President and CEO of INMED, takes us through an overview of the shifting needs of displaced populations. He also discusses how he got involved in Refugee Health and how we can get involved too! To learn more about Dr. Comninellis and the Institute of International Medicine, visit: https://www.inmed.us/ Disclaimer intro by Claire Eliason. Intro/Outro Music by Westin Wong

Episode 1: Malaria, Hot or Cold, and Plastic Bags 28.02.2022 22min

Westin and Claire help discuss Malaria, Hot & Cold illnesses, and a tip to reduce our plastic waste. Episode Co-Host Info: Westin Wong is currently an OMS-II at Rocky Vista University. He received his undergraduate degree in Public Health and is passionate about global and community health. He is interested in Ophthalmology, discovering new music, and finding good places to eat wherever he goes! https://twitter.com/WestinWong Claire Eliason is currently an OMS I at Rocky Vista. S...