In this episode of the Yale Global Health Insights podcast, host Dr. Sharon Chekijian sits down with Dr. Melanie Sion, a distinguished surgeon at the Yale School of Medicine specializing in trauma, general surgery, and surgical critical care and a lead for the Global Surgery Faculty Network at the Yale Institute for Global Health. Dr. Sion shares her unique journey of integrating minimally invasive techniques with her passion for global health, particularly her impactful work developing surgical services in low- and middle-income countries like Malawi. Dr. Sion discusses the importance of equity in healthcare delivery, the challenges faced in global surgery, and her personal experiences navigating career, motherhood, and her commitment to improving healthcare systems. Tune in to hear Dr. Sion’s insights and watch the accompanying documentary that highlights the journey of a surgical resident in Malawi.
Being in Tune with Community: Mr. Tom Ficklin’s Experience Building Community in New Haven and Beyond
Mr. Tom Ficklin makes his return to the Heartwood podcast in this episode, where he discusses his education and upbringing, becoming a New Haven native, and the role of spirituality and morals in life. This episode takes you on a journey!
Hoa’āina Dr. Katie Kamelamela, Dr. Easley, Isaac, and Bennett discuss ethnoecology related to their respective cultures. Dr. Kamelamela draws from her experiences in Hawaii. She leans to what she has learned from her community to describe her work with ethnoecology and the role of land autonomy in having an empowered community. She also shares stories about building connections with those she works with and teaches to create a holistic learning environment that is welcoming for all.
And finally, we are thrilled to introduce Isaac Carroo as the newest member of our team in this episode! His unique perspective and insights will be a valuable addition as he joins as a cohost for the Heartwood Podcast moving forward. Get ready for an exciting journey with Isaac!
Ultrasound-guided versus landmark-guided neuraxial puncture
In this episode, Dr. de Carvalho discusses his article, Efficacy and safety of ultrasound-guided versus landmark-guided neuraxial puncture: a systematic review, network meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis of randomized clinical trials. Dr. de Carvalho’s work reiterates that using ultrasound-guided neuraxial anesthesia results in a more efficient neuraxial placement. Ultrasound-guided neuraxial use results in fewer needle attempts and redirections and may improve patient satisfaction. Besides, his works demonstrate that ultrasound benefits both patients with normal and abnormal anatomy.
Efficacy and safety of ultrasound-guided versus landmark-guided neuraxial puncture: a systematic review, network meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis of randomized clinical trials https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38876801/
Welcome to the YJBM Science News! Join us as we discuss the recent news in healthcare and science across the Yale community. Today, our hosts Mara and Emily will share some of the most intriguing topics of the past two weeks.
Samantha Armacost, Dr. Easley, and Bennett discuss their experiences and connections to being outdoors. In extension, Sam gives a masterclass related to inclusive practices in the workplace and how organizations can grow from incorporating these practices. Her experiences serve as a beacon of inspiration for those seeking adventure while ensuring the value of community members. Enjoy being swept away!
Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove on white poverty, race myths, and the reconstruction of American democracy
Yale Divinity School Lecturer Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove offers insights on the upcoming presidential election – drawing from his latest book with Bishop William Barber, ‘White Poverty’; discusses how a peacemaking trip to Iraq during the US invasion transformed his life; and talks about his work helping lead the new Center for Public Theology and Public Policy at YDS. https://divinity.yale.edu/news/quadcast-jonathan-wilson-hartgrove
In Silico Trials of Medical Devices with Professor Alejandro Frangi FREng
Our guest is Prof Frangi is the Bicentennial Turing Chair in Computational Medicine at the University of Manchester, Manchester, UK, with joint appointments at the Schools of Computer Science and Health Sciences. He is also the Royal Academy of Engineering Chair in Emerging Technologies, with a focus on Precision Computational Medicine for in silico trials of medical devices. He is the Director of the Christabel Pankhurst Institute for Health Technology Research and Innovation (www.pankhurst.manchester.ac.uk). He conducts research in computational medical imaging and computational image-based medicine. Prof Frangi obtained his undergraduate degree in Telecommunications Engineering from the Technical University of Catalonia (Barcelona) in 1996. He pursued his PhD in Medicine at the Image Sciences Institute of the University Medical Centre Utrecht University on model-based cardiovascular image analysis. He leads the InSilicoUK Pro-Innovation Regulations Network (www.insilicouk.org). The video was recorded on July 19, 2024.
00:10 Introduction
10:07 From deep data to deep insights
20:35 Who was Christabel Panhurst?
23:33 In-silico trials: an introduction.
42:30 Regulators and in-silico trials.
50:11 Training people to work in this space and concluding thoughts.
Links
Frangi AF | Machine Learning for Computational Phenomics and In-Silico Trials: https://youtu.be/K8X9T7wSDqE?si=OdV1lRj0T_CZMYaa
Frangi AF | Computational Medicine & Digital Twins Improving Medical Care: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=afPmHkOjAWo&feature=youtu.be
Sarrami-Foroushani A, Lassila T, MacRaild M, Asquith J, Roes KCB, Byrne JV, Frangi AF. In-silico trial of intracranial flow diverters replicates and expands insights from conventional clinical trials. Nat Commun [Internet]. Springer Science and Business Media LLC; 2021 Jun 23 [cited 2022 Aug 19];12(1):3861. Available from: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-021-23998-w PMCID: PMC8222326
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-021-23998-w and https://vimeo.com/578167974
Redrup E, Mitchell C, Myles P, Branson R, Frangi AF. Cross-Regulator Workshop: Journeys, experiences and best practices on computer modelled and simulated regulatory evidence— Workshop Report [Internet]. InSilicoUK Pro-Innovation Regulations Network; 2023 [cited 2024 Sep 16]. Available from: https://zenodo.org/records/10121103
Frangi AF, Denison T, Myles P, Ordish J, Brown P, Turpin R, Kipping M, Palmer M, Flynn D, Afshari P, Lane C, de Cunha M, Horner M, Levine S, Marchal T, Bryan R, Tunbridge G, Pink J, Macpherson S, Niederer S, Shipley R, Dall’Ara E, Maeder T, Thompson M. Unlocking the power of computational modelling and simulation across the product lifecycle in life sciences: A UK Landscape Report [Internet]. Zenodo; 2023 [cited 2024 Sep 16]. Available from: https://zenodo.org/records/8325274 and https://vimeo.com/894224258
In this episode, Kathleen Chesto, tells her story of serving as a Roman Catholic nun for 9 years, her work teaching Family Religious Education all over the world, and her diagnosis of MS, lung disease, and now cancer. Kathy tells how her ministry and faith have been impacted over the years by changes in the Roman Catholic Church as well changes in her own physical health. Kathy is deeply introspective in her faith and a champion for the wisdom and faith of children, parents, and all people.