Designed for a wide audience with a range of interests, the MedHub podcasts will take listeners through a fascinating world of medical experience and knowledge, sprinkled with timeless anecdotes and personal stories from our special guests.
The MedHub Podcasts are brought to you by the International Office at Alfaisal University College of Medicine.
Planning a Research Year for Securing Medical Residency in the United States & Securing a spot in Ophthalmology!
A research year, also known as a research fellowship, is a dedicated period of time outside the medical school curriculum where a student works with a specific researcher, physician, or department to further their research.
5 Apr 2024
A delicate balance between religion and profession : A How-To for Ramadan as a Medical Professional
With the holy month of Ramadan now upon us, balancing and maintaining one’s energy throughout the course of the day becomes important; taking a look at how an accomplished fellow goes about their day can help prepare current students for this phase in the later stages of their career.
1 Jul 2023
Life Away From Home - The Medschool Edition: Dr Reem Ramadan
Guest: Dr Reem Ramadan
Host: Nida Suhail Zubairi
Script Writer: Abdul Samad Shaikh
Script Editor: Nida Suhail
Sound Editor: Nida Suhail
Like many other things in life, living away from home also comes with its share of pros and cons. While it can initially be a daunting experience, the personal growth and life skills learnt over time makes the journey worthwhile. Tune-in to hear our guest, Reem Ramadan, a senior medical student from Alfaisal University, share her experiences and advice on how to master the struggle.
10 Apr 2023
Achieving work life balance as a medical professional: Dr Omar Jamal Eldeib (SUNY Downstate, NY)
Guest: Dr Omar Jamal Eldeib
Host: Dr Omar Javed Baqal
Script Writer: Saima Fakih
Script Editor: Saima Fakih
Sound Editor: Nida Suhail
The job of a medical professional is considered pretty demanding and achieving an optimal work-life balance is often quite challenging. Is it even possible to be a good doctor while maintaining a personal life? On this episode, we have one of our most notable alumni, Dr Omar Jamal Eldieb, a general surgery resident at SUNY Downstate Medical Center, discussing some valuable tips and shedding light on some of his personal experiences on how to get more satisfaction out of a busy life.
26 Mar 2021
Resilience in the Face of a Pandemic: Prof. Dr. Fadia AlBuhairan
Guest: Prof. Dr. Fadia AlBuhairan
Host: Dr. Aseel El-Jabali
Script Writer: Dr. Saima Fakih
Script Editor: Dr. Maha Alzahrani and Dr. Maram bin Mahfodh
Sound Editor: Dr. Haroon Ahmed Javaid
The COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting economic recession have had a significant impact on people’s mental health. One such population particularly at risk is the youth. The International Adolescent Health Week, which is being celebrated between March 21-27, 2021 focuses on this rising issue with their theme: Adolescent Resilience in the Face of a Pandemic.
Join us on this episode with our host, Dr. Aseel El-Jabali, an International Adolescent Health Week 2021 Ambassador from Saudi Arabia, and our very esteemed guest, Prof. Dr. Fadia AlBuhairan, Consultant Adolescent Medicine, Interim Chief Medical Officer and Chairwoman of the Department of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine at Aldara Hospital and Medical Center, as they discuss the effects of the pandemic on the mental health of young people and shed light on ways this issue can be tackled.
20 Feb 2021
Deciding on Your Future Medical Career: Dr Al-Awwab Dabaliz (Case Western Reserve University Hospital, Ohio)
Guest: Dr. Al-Awwab Dabaliz
Host: Dr. Omar Javed Baqal
Script Writers: Zainab Iftikhar and Zara Ahmed
Script Editor: Nida Suhail
Sound Editor: Nida Suhail
Choosing your preferred specialty after medical school is a major decision. While some students make up their minds initially in the race, the majority indulge in a meticulous analysis of experience and exposure before they choose something that suits their best interest. Tune in to listen to Dr. Alawwab as he shares some insights from his personal experience and discusses the various factors that go into choosing a specialty after medical school.
28 Jan 2021
Married while in Medschool - Dr. Raghad Almamlouk and Dr. Mustafa Obeidat
Guests: Dr. Raghad Almamlouk and Dr. Mustafa Obeidat
Host: Nida Suhail
Script Writer: Sarah Nazneen
Script Editor: Nida Suhail
Sound Editor: Nida Suhail
Maintaining a stable, successful, and healthy marriage in medical school is certainly challenging if not impossible. However, on striking the right chords, these relationships might serve as points of paramount support and strength. Tune in to listen to Dr. Raghad Almamlouk and Dr. Mustafa Obeidat as they share their advice on prioritizing time and creating the perfect balance between marriage and medschool.
13 Dec 2020
[COVID-19] Economy vs Lives : Are we ready to lift restrictions?
Guests: Zainab Iftikhar and Safwan Abbasi
Host: Omar Baqal
Script Writer: Saima Fakih
Script Editor: Saima Fakih
Sound Editor: Omar Baqal
COVID-19 has caused unprecedented damage across the world, economically and socially. While the calls for ending lock down restrictions keep getting louder, we could witness a deadly spike in cases should restrictions be lifted too early.
In this two-sided conversation, we tackle one of the most controversial topics at hand - how COVID-19 and the restrictions it has placed on us, impacts us, our healthcare systems and the global economic situation. Tune in and hear 4th year Alfaisal medical students, Zainab Iftikhar and Safwan Abbasi discuss the implications of the lockdown and whether lifting these restrictions is a boon or a bane.
Are we ready to return to our normal lives?
19 Jun 2020
Introducing the Alfaisal MedHub Podcasts
Hosts: Omar Baqal and Nida Suhail
Sound Editor: Omar Baqal
Say hello to the Alfaisal MedHub Podcasts! We take you through our vision, content you should expect from this series and what goes into putting out exciting top quality content.
Website: https://www.iocom-alfaisal.org/
Twitter: @iocom_au
Email: iocom@alfaisal.edu
12 Jun 2020
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