Welcome to the eighth episode of YJBM Science News, where we discuss the recent news in healthcare and science across the Yale community. We will be taking a break until the beginning of next semester — but today, our hosts Mara and Samantha discuss two of the most intriguing topics of the past week.
Professor Amy Kapczynski discusses her work on global health and justice issues and explains how intellectual property law can improve access to lifesaving AIDS drugs. She also shares lessons learned from the COVID pandemic and her love of teaching.
The Remarkable Stories of Women in British Intelligence
Welcome to the seventh episode of YJBM Science News, where we discuss the recent news in healthcare and science across the Yale community. Today, our hosts Mara and Samantha discuss four of the most intriguing topics of the past week.
In this episode, Dr. Katrina Furey, a board-certified adult psychiatrist who offers psychotherapy, medication management, and expert consultation for women with depression, anxiety, premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (including OCD), birth trauma, and menopausal mood and anxiety disorders. Besides, she is part of Access Mental Health for Moms CT. This consultation service offers real-time psychiatric consultation to medical providers when patients present with mental health and substance use concerns.
This week, psychiatrist, researcher, and author Dr. Sam Wilkinson, joins for a thought-provoking episode on topics encompassing faith, science, meaning and purpose. In this candid conversation, Sam shares honestly about his personal journey reconciling the common perceived opposition between faith and science. Along the way, we’ll hear important insights from his experience as a community member, physician, researcher, husband, father, bishop, and author. We discuss his forthcoming book, Purpose – What Evolution and Human Nature Imply about the Meaning of our Existence. Interwoven throughout our conversation, we consider present day mental health topics, particularly depression, suicide and suicide prevention. We’ll hear helpful updates on breakthroughs in research and clinical practice and talk about the power of combining therapy and medication. Join in for this timely conversation, which again reminds us of the necessity of authentic community and deep relationships.
How the YDS Good Life Center Counters A Toxic Culture of Productivity
YDS Associate Dean for Student Affairs Reverend Vicki Flippin discusses the new Good Life Center at YDS, her previous pastoral role that included sheltering people at risk of deportation, and how Malcolm X inspired her to pursue a career in ministry.
Welcome to the sixth episode of YJBM Science News, where we discuss the recent news in healthcare and science across the Yale community. Today, after a two-week Thanksgiving Break, our hosts Mara and Samantha discuss four of the most intriguing topics of the past weeks.
In this episode, we dive into the transformative role of artificial intelligence in healthcare. A panel of Yale students of diverse backgrounds and expertise discuss AI’s potential to revolutionize diagnostics, treatment planning, and patient care. Hear real-world examples and insights into the ethical considerations and challenges of integrating AI into medical practices.
A Conversation with Julia Bryan-Wilson about Louise Nevelson