Episode 8 : Dr Shanti Raman

Keywords

Dr. Shanti Raman, community pediatrics, cultural identity, gender bias, Australia, healthcare, dance, public health, migrant experience, child health


Summary

In this conversation, Dr. Shanti Raman shares her journey as a pediatrician and her experiences as a migrant in Australia. She discusses her early reluctance to move, her commitment to community health, and the challenges she faced as a woman of color in the medical field. Dr. Raman emphasizes the importance of addressing social issues in pediatric care and reflects on her passion for dance and community engagement. She offers valuable insights for the younger generation about work-life balance and the importance of self-care.


Takeaways

Dr. Shanti Raman is a consultant pediatrician and professor at UNSW.
She migrated to Australia against her will during her medical studies.
Cultural identity plays a significant role in her professional journey.
Dr. Raman has faced gender and racial bias in her career.
She emphasizes the need for community support for women in medicine.
The challenges in community pediatrics are often social rather than medical.
Dr. Raman is passionate about dance and community engagement.
She encourages younger generations to prioritize self-care.
Her work involves addressing complex social issues in child health.
Dr. Raman's favorite song reflects her cultural heritage and personal experiences.


Titles

The Journey of Dr. Shanti Raman: A Pediatrician's Story
Cultural Identity and Community Health: Insights from Dr. Raman


Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Shanti Raman
02:22 Shanti's Journey to Australia
04:13 Cultural Shock and Adaptation
06:42 Reframing Identity and Career Goals
08:02 Pursuing Community Health and Public Health Training
09:18 Establishing Community Pediatrics in Australia
10:02 Research and Contributions to Indian Health
11:12 Pursuing a PhD and Balancing Multiple Roles
13:14 Challenges Faced in Early Career
14:23 Navigating Gender and Racial Discrimination
17:06 Empowering Women Through Literature
17:30 Facing Racism and Gender Bias in Careers
21:05 Challenges in Community Pediatrics
24:45 Navigating Bureaucracy in Healthcare
26:54 Balancing Work, Passion, and Family
28:58 Advice to Younger Generations
30:35 Cultural Expression Through Music and Dance
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