Pretty in Practice
Pretty in Practice aims to create a platform to engage with and educate others regarding relevant topics in healthcare such as advocacy, mental health, relationships, professionalism, and life as young, black, millennials. Our hosts bring experiences from different careers in healthcare related to pharmacy, physical therapy, fitness, and medicine to raise awareness of the shortages of minorities in healthcare and to share our personal experiences to inspire the next generation of future healthcare professionals.
Episodes
37 episodes
Mentorship Matters: The role of mentorship in career development
In this episode, we delve into the role of mentorship in medicine. Whether you are a medical student, pharmacy student, or physical therapy student, this episode offers valuable insights into the importance of mentorship in fostering a supporti...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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32:16
Heart to Heart: Cardiac Perfusion with Bryanna Bocardo-Souffrant
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of cardiac perfusion, a crucial aspect of open-heart surgery. Our guest, Bryanna Bocardo-Souffrant discusses her journey to becoming a seasoned cardiac perfusionist with years of experience in...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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26:28
A Day in the Life of an Occupational Therapist with Dr. Sydney Days and Briana Yancy
Tune in to this episode as we chat with Occupational Therapists Dr. Sydney Days, OTD, OTR/L, and Briana Yancy, MOT, OTR/L. Discover what a typical day looks like for an OT, learn the distinctions between physical therapy and occupational therap...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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37:16
Beyond the Scale: A Deep Dive into Obesity
In this episode, we delve into the obesity epidemic, beginning with an overview of the metrics used to classify obesity, the associated risk factors, and its effects on young people. We conclude by exploring popular weight loss medications and ...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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35:26
Dental Diaries: A Dentist's Perspective
In this week’s episode, we are continuing our journey of learning more about the field of dental medicine. Dr. Octavia Miller, general dentist joins us to share her unique journey on how she pursued her Doctorate of Dental Medicine. She also...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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27:17
Dental Diaries: A Student's Perspective
In today's episode of Pretty in Practice, we interview Lauren Waller, a second-year dental student at Meharry Medical College. Lauren discusses her path to dental school, the obstacles she has encountered, her experiences as a dental student...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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44:19
Commencement Conversations: The Road to Residency
Although we’ve come to the end of the road….Tune in to a special episode of Pretty in Practice as we sit down with our beloved host, Dr. Dee just before she graduates from medical school. Together, we'll reminisce on her favori...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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40:04
What's New With PIP?
Join us for the return of Season 3 of Pretty in Practice the Podcast! We're diving into this episode with life updates. Discover the latest updates in our hosts' lives, from the joys of expanding our families to exciting travel adventures an...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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43:21
Through the Patient's Eyes: Gaining the Patient Perspective with Caitlynn Anderson
We've heard from the professionals, so we're ending season 2 with a word from a patient. In this episode, we're honored to have Caitlynn Anderson share her journey with multiple sclerosis (MS). We delve into her unforeseen diagnosis, the daily ...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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24:22
A Day in the Life of a Fitness Trainer with Brittany Johnson, CPT
We are thrilled to have Brittany Johnson as our guest, sharing her journey from embarking on her fitness path to her current role as a coach and trainer for her clients. Beyond conventional fitness instruction, Brittany also offers an except...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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33:30
A Day in the Life of a Resident Physician with Dr. Reginald Johnson, MD and Dr. Sierra Small, MD
Curious about the distinctions between psychiatrists and psychologists? Interested in the daily routines of medical residents or the intricacies of dating within the medical field? Join us for this episode, where we have a conversation with Dr....
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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44:40
Exploring the MINDfield: Psychology with PhD student, Ronnie Hill
Join us for an insightful exploration of the world of psychology as we sit down with Ronnie Hill, a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) student from Purdue University. With a background as a former Division I athlete and a promising future as a mental h...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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30:25
The Marathon Continues: Medical School Level 1/Step 1
Now that we’ve introduced the discussion of licensing exams, let’s talk about how it feels to be on the “other side.” Join us today as we have a candid conversation with our guest, medical student Naomi Watkins-Granville MS, and our co-host Dee...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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58:46
This is Not a Sprint...
Dive into this episode as we uncover what comes after professional school. Beyond admissions and graduation, we're sharing our path to conquering licensing exams, a pivotal stride toward becoming a practicing provider. Tune in for insights, exp...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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25:08
It Takes Money to Make Money
Have you ever heard people say, "Become a doctor, and you'll make lots of money!" Well, that's only part of the story. What they might not have mentioned is...it takes money to make money. In today's episode, we're going to talk about the not-s...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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24:50
Better Safe than Sorry
The prevalence of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) is on the rise in various communities, with certain racial and ethnic groups being disproportionately affected, as reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In thi...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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31:06
Health Insurance with Loren Anthes, MBA, CSSGB
On today’s episode, we have a special guest, Mr. Loren Anthes, who will be joining us today as a follow-up to our previous episode on health insurance. More specifically, we are discussing Medicaid, how it affects our patients, and the role ...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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37:23
Health Insurance 101
In today’s episode, we dive into a high-level overview of insurance including the different types of insurance from private to government, and some of the barriers that providers face involving the insurance approval process.
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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37:04
Men’s Health with Derwin Hall Jr., PT, DPT
Happy Father’s Day! We couldn’t talk about men’s health without a man, so on this episode, we are joined by Dr. Derwin to address toxic masculinity related to seeking healthcare. We will discuss the history that may have contributed to black...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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26:43
Hot Topics in Nursing with Lajaysha McBride, RN, BSN and Sharlette Terrell, RN, BSN
So, we all know nurses play a vital role in healthcare but are often underappreciated. Join us as we talk about how the COVID-19 pandemic both empowered nurses to take travel contracts and exacerbated the nursing shortage. In this episode, w...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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33:12
Women’s Health II: Midwifery with Cheyenne Starner, MSN, CNM
Ladies, this one’s for you! On this episode, our special guest Cheyenne Starner joins us to talk about the role of midwives in women’s health. Never heard of a midwife? No worries, tune in to learn exactly what midwives do and how they play ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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35:31
Beauty is Pain
We’re Backkkk! Tune into the very first episode of season 2 as we discuss some of the common risks associated with current cosmetic trends. We’ll talk about Brazilian Butt Lifts (BBLs), dental veneers, and a study on the dangers of UV nail l...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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29:13
The Not So Pretty
Of course, we keep it pretty, but it hasn’t always been and won’t always be this way!On the season 1 finale of Pretty in Practice, we share our not-so-pretty personal experiences along our journey, from professional school rejection ...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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55:37
Let's get LOUD: Audiology with Ashley Martin
So, what’s an audiologist? According to John Hopkins Medicine, audiologists are healthcare professionals who identify, assess, and manage disorders of hearing, balance, and other neural systems. Check out this episode to hear from a 4th-year...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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34:21
Paging the Doctors…An Interprofessional Approach to a Medical Case
What’s the point of having four healthcare professionals in one space if you’re not going to discuss a patient case? In this episode, we are switching things up by diving into a medical case and giving you an example of how interprofessional...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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22:30