The Med To Be

The Med to Be Episode 18 w/ Edem: Deep Cuts, a DJ, and A Multihyphenate

Nneoma N. Season 1 Episode 18

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In this conversation, Edem shares his multifaceted journey as a medical student, DJ, and co-founder of organizations aimed at increasing representation in medicine. He discusses the importance of balancing creativity with the demands of medical school, the lessons learned from failure, and the significance of community engagement through initiatives like Sneakers to Scrubs and Elevate Social. Edem emphasizes the healing power of music and the importance of treating patients holistically, while also providing valuable insights for aspiring medical professionals.

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Check out Edem's organizations mentioned in the video:
- Sneakers to Scrubs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sneakers2scrubs/
- Elevate Social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevatesocial/?hl=en

Chapters
00:00 Meet Edem
09:53 Balancing Multiple Interests
16:14 Navigating Medical School
33:44 Embracing Talents and Thinking Creatively in Medicine
35:56 Offical Outro.mp4


Takeaways:
- Music is a significant part of Edem's life.
- The importance of treating patients holistically, not just focusing on their diseases.
- Balancing creativity and medicine is essential for personal fulfillment.
- Gap years can provide valuable life experiences that enhance medical education.
- Embracing failure is crucial for growth and success in any field.
- Community engagement initiatives like Sneakers to Scrubs are vital for increasing diversity in medicine.
- The art of DJing involves understanding the energy of a crowd and the flow of music.
- Time management and setting boundaries are key to maintaining balance in a busy life.
- Consistency in efforts often leads to success, whether in music or medicine.
- It's important to leverage your unique talents in various fields, including medicine.

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