The Light Within

The Light Within

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.

The Hidden History of Oregon’s Forests with Gwendolyn Trice

The Hidden History of Oregon’s Forests with Gwendolyn Trice

In this episode, Gwen Trice and Dr. Easley explore their families’ extensive history with forestry in the United States. Ms. Trice, in particular, details the work she has done as the founder of the Maxville Project to daylight Black history in Wallowa County, Oregon. She recounts cherished memories of her time pursuing the project, as the community and family members shared stories about her family, loggers of color, and community resilience. Like Dr. Easley and Bennett, you will be drawn into the personal narratives and feel a sense of connection with the experiences shared in this episode.

Body, Mind, and Spirit

Body, Mind, and Spirit

In this interview, Dana speaks about body image both before and after breast cancer surgery and how she processed her breast cancer journey. She also speaks about how she turned the painful experience of breast cancer treatment into holistic treatment for cancer patients and survivors. Dana was a massage therapist before she got cancer and as she was recovering, she became certified in massage for cancer patients and now runs a massage studio in Guilford for patients and survivors.

Integrating AI into a Healthcare Practice with Dr. Vishishit Mehta

Integrating AI into a Healthcare Practice with Dr. Vishishit Mehta

This video is part of a series of guest expert interviews that we recorded for our new Yale Certificate Program on Medical Software and Medical AI – https://online.yale.edu/medical-software-ai-program.

Our guest is Dr. Vishisht Mehta who is the Director of Interventional Pulmonology at the Lung Center of Nevada, a division of Comprehensive Cancer Centers and also the Department Chair of Pulmonology at MountainView Hospital, both in Las Vegas. He is fellowship trained in Interventional Pulmonology, which specializes in the minimally invasive diagnosis and treatment of lung conditions. His interest and expertise lies in the application of artificial intelligence in pulmonology. He is also the founder of the webpage Pulmonary.ai. The video was recorded on July 26, 2024.

00:10 Introduction
02:56 Dr. Mehta’s initial interactions with AI vendors.
06:15 A doctor’s experience talking to engineers.
10:15 Where will we be in 5 years?
13:23 Patients’ reaction to the use of AI.
17:05 Training doctors to use AI
19:58 Presenting results to patients
22:40 Integrating AI technology into healthcare provider systems
30:27 Concerns
35:50 Concluding thoughts

Links:Pulmonary.AI

YJBM Science News Podcast: Episode 21

YJBM Science News Podcast: Episode 21

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 Samantha will share some of the most intriguing topics of the past two weeks.

Papers featured in the episode:
https://alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/alz.14126
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/oby.24111
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/oby.24107
https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/scitranslmed.adp1720
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2823186

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Forests for the People and with the People: Danna Smith and the Dogwood Alliance

Forests for the People and with the People: Danna Smith and the Dogwood Alliance

In this episode, Danna Smith, Dr. Easley, and Bennett Olupo delve into the crucial role of community involvement in protecting and restoring Southern forests. Danna Smith, the founder of The Dogwood Alliance, shares her inspiring journey and the mission to ensure everyone has access to a healthy environment. Her impactful work and the culture of care and determination will leave you feeling empowered to make a positive difference in your community.

A Dance of Grief and Gratitude

A Dance of Grief and Gratitude

In this episode, you will hear Dana share her story of being diagnosed with breast cancer and going through treatment while being a deeply spiritual young mom and massage therapist. Dana speaks openly about how she and her husband told their 4 year old little girl, the pain of losing her hair, the support from friends and family, and how her spiritual life helped her work through it all.