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In the latest episode of Yale Global Health Insights, Dr. Sharon Chekijian explores the journey of Dr. Albert Ko, a global health leader who has worked extensively in Brazil’s urban informal settlements. From his upbringing as the son of Korean immigrants to his transformative work addressing public health challenges, he shares insights on how rapid urbanization and social inequities fuel the spread of infectious diseases like Zika and dengue. The conversation highlights the power of community-driven solutions and the importance of mentorship in tackling global health crises.

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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.

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Dr. Sharon Chekijian speaks with Dr. Tracy Rabin, the Director of the Office of Global Health at Yale School of Medicine. Dr. Rabin’s journey from providing hands-on clinical care in Uganda to establishing sustainable global health education and partnerships has been shaped by her deep commitment to healthcare equity. Explore how her experiences in low-resource settings have inspired her to develop educational frameworks that empower healthcare professionals worldwide and how she envisions the future of global health through collaboration and shared learning.

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In Bridging Worlds: A Journey Through Global Health (Part Two), Dr. Sharon Chekijian continues to talk with Professor Harriet Mayanja-Kizza on her journey through global health. They discuss the challenges of decolonizing global health efforts and how international collaborations have fueled significant changes. They also touch on the complexities of conducting research in resource-limited settings, the impact of brain drain on healthcare, and the importance of mentorship and equal partnership in medical training. Through her reflections, you’ll gain insights into the evolving landscape of global health, the resilience of healthcare providers in Uganda, and the interconnectedness of our world, especially highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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In Bridging Worlds: A Journey Through Global Health (Part One), Dr. Sharon Chekijian talks with Professor Harriet Mayanja-Kizza, a distinguished figure in medicine and education. With her extensive work at Makerere University in Kampala, Uganda, and her pivotal role in fostering international collaborations, Dr. Mayanja-Kizza’s contributions have left a lasting mark on medical training and research across continents. Her work also extends to Yale University, as she is also a longtime collaborator of Dr. Tracy Rabin, Associate Professor of Medicine at the Yale School of Medicine, as they co-direct the Makerere University-Yale University (MUYU) Bidirectional Exchange. Tune in to hear her compelling story, from her early inspirations to her remarkable achievements and her unique perspective on mentorship and leadership in the field of global health.

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Dr. Sharon Chekijian speaks with Dr. Robert Hecht, President of Pharos Global Health Advisors. Dr. Hecht’s career has taken him from the World Bank to the Yale School of Public Health where he is leveraging the resources at YSP to develop a master’s program in public health economics and financing in Cambodia. Discover how serendipity has fueled Dr. Hecht’s drive to foster the next generation of global health leaders and how advising and choosing wisely in low resource settings can reshape healthcare around the world.

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Dr. Sharon Chekijian speaks with Dr. Robert Hecht, President of Pharos Global Health Advisors. Dr. Hecht’s career has taken him from the World Bank to the Yale School of Public Health where he is leveraging the resources at YSP to develop a master’s program in public health economics and financing in Cambodia. Discover how serendipity has fueled Dr. Hecht’s drive to foster the next generation of global health leaders and how advising and choosing wisely in low resource settings can reshape healthcare around the world.

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In our third episode of Yale Global Health Insights podcast, Dr. Chekijian continues the conversation with Nathaniel Raymond, Executive Director of the Humanitarian Research Lab at the Yale School of Public Health and an expert in war crime investigation and humanitarian research. They continue to discuss Nathaniel’s work as a consulting detective investigating war crimes and human rights violations globally, sharing significant impacts on his work, the importance of the Law of Armed Conflict, and discussing what cases he’d like to explore.

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In the second episode of Yale Global Health Insights, Dr. Chekijian sits down with Nathaniel Raymond, Executive Director of the Humanitarian Research Lab at the Yale School of Public Health and an expert in war crime investigation and humanitarian research. Together they examine the origins of his pioneering work as a global detective linking satellite surveillance with information technology to aid vulnerable populations in a quest for justice. Join them as they discuss everything from Hurricane Katrina to the law on armed conflict and beyond.

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In the first episode of the Yale Global Health Insights podcast, host Dr. Sharon Chekijian introduces the podcast and talks about her work to improve emergency care in Armenia. She is joined by Dr. Svetlana Harutyunyan, who discusses her own experiences working in Artsakh, during the 2020 war, the blockade and the forced displacement that followed in September 2023.