The Drs. Washington Podcast
Episodes
87 episodes
Season 2 Ep 33: The Focus: COVID-19 Update
On this episode of the Focus, the Drs. Washington will give an update on the COVID-19 pandemic. Tune in for this valuable information. Music is from single “Alright” by Mississippi-native, Mike Burton on his album ...
Season 2 Ep 32: The Plug: Career Planning Considerations
On this episode of the Plug, the Drs. Washington discuss career planning considerations in medical school, residency, and early career. These are tools that can help you throughout your journey. Tune in for this valuable informat...
Season 2 Ep 31: The Story: Being a Black Doctor in America
On this episode of the Story, the Drs. Washington close out Season 2 with a heavy topic: the reality of being an African American physician in America. Did you know that African Americans make up about 13% of the American population but only...
Season 2 Ep 30: The Focus: Asthma and Allergies
On this episode, the Drs. Washington discuss asthma and allergies. May is Asthma and Allergy Awareness month. Tune in to learn about asthma and allergy signs and symptoms and treatment. Music is from single “A...
Season 2 Ep 29: The Plug: Tips for the New Intern
Join the Drs. Washington as they give a crash course about what to expect as a new intern and give tips on how to make sure you have a successful transition into this new role! Music is from single “Alright” by Mississippi-nat...
Season 2 Ep 28: The Story: Dr. Tyree Winters
Join the Drs. Washington as they speak with Dr. Tyree Winters, a Pediatrician who is currently serving as Pediatric Residency Program Director at Atlantic Health Systems' Goryeb Children's Hospital in New Jersey and President of the National...
Season 2 Ep 27: The Focus: Organ Donation
On this episode, the Drs. Washington discuss the importance of organ donation in celebration of National Donate Life Month. Tune in to learn about why organ donation is so important and how you can get involved!Music is from s...
Season 2 Ep 26: The Plug: Preparing for 'The Match'
On this episode, the Drs. Washington provide tips and insight on the infamous 'Match.' This process can be daunting, but with a bit of information going into it, we help to demystify the process. Listen in for more details.Mu...
Season 2 Ep 25: Dr. Robert Rusher
Join the Drs. Washington as they speak with Dr. Robert Rusher, an intensivist and pulmonologist as he discusses his life, career, and future goals!Music is from single “Alright” by Mississippi-native, Mike Burton on his album ...
Season 2 Ep 24: The Focus: Multiple Sclerosis
Join the Drs. Washington and a special guest, Janae Roberts to discuss Multiple Sclerosis! Janae has multiple sclerosis and joins our podcast to give a patient perspective. March is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month and we want to bring awa...
Season 2 Ep 23: The Plug: USMLE Step 2
On this episode, the Drs. Washington provide their experience and tips for the USMLE Step 2, the second part of the medical licensing examinations. Tune in to hear more about our experience with this exam, along with tips on how to make the ...
2022 NephMadness PodCrawl: Inequities in Nephrology
On this bonus episode, the Drs. Washington are pleased to host the discussion about Inequities in Nephrology in the 2022 NephMadness Podcrawl! They are joined by guest experts Dr. Dinushika Mohottige and Dr. Katie Rizzolo who break down this...
Season 2 Ep 22: The Story: Dr. Valentine Gibson
Join the Drs. Washington as they speak with Dr. Valentine Gibson, an anesthesiologist as he discusses his life, career, and future goals!Music is from single “Alright” by Mississippi-native, Mike Burton on his album Soulful. A...
Season 2 Ep 21: The Focus: Nutrition
Join the Drs. Washington as they discuss nutrition and healthy eating! There's a lot to learn and this is just a preview. Music is from single “Alright” by Mississippi-native, Mike Burton on his album Soulful. All rights reser...
Season 2 Ep 20: The Plug: Residency Applications & Interviews
Join the Drs. Washington as they discuss preparing for the residency interview cycle! On this episode, they discuss how to construct an application that will stand out from the rest and give tips for successful interview prep that will set y...
Season 2 Ep 19: The Story: African American History Makers in Medicine
Join the Drs. Washington as we discuss a few African American History makers in Medicine! We will highlight a small group of African Americans who paved the way in difficult times. We owe our success to their courage!Mus...
Season 2 Ep 18: The Focus: Heart Disease in Women
On this episode, the Drs. Washington place a spotlight on American Heart Month and the Go Red for Women campaign, both celebrated annually in February. Join this discussion as they focus on heart disease in women, risk factors for this...
Season 2: Ep 17: The Plug: 4th Year Medical School
On this episode, the Drs. Washington talk about ways to maximize fourth year of medical school. Tune in to hear tips and tricks on how to make the most of the last year of medical school including some Step 1/2 strategy and ways to arrange a...
Season 2 Ep 16: The Story- Dr. Kecia Gaither
Join the Drs. Washington as they speak with Dr. Kecia Gaither, a Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist and OB/Gyn in New York, as she discusses her life, career, and future goals!Music is from single “Alright” by Mississippi-nati...
Season 2 Ep 15: The Focus: COVID-19 Update
On this episode, the Drs. Washington discuss the topic of COVID-19. Now with the newest variant, Omicron, there's much to discuss regarding the development of dangerous variants and the importance of vaccinations.Music is from...
Season 2 Ep 14:The Plug - Clinical Years
On this episode, the Drs. Washington talk about the clinical years of medical school. Tune in to hear more about the clinical years and strategies for being successful during your clerkships.Music is from single “Alright” by Mi...
Season 2 Ep 13: The Story - Dr. Maryann Osayande
Join the Drs. Washington as they speak with Dr. Maryann Osayande, a Gastroenterology Fellow at the University of Texas Southwestern in Dallas, as she discusses her life, career, and future goals!Music is from single “Alright” ...
Season 2 Ep 12: The Focus - HIV/AIDS
On this episode, the Drs. Washington will celebrate World Aids Day by discussing the origin of HIV/AIDS, symptoms of this disease and available treatment options, and preventative strategies to combat this epidemic in America.
Season 2 Ep 11: The Plug - USMLE Step 1
On this episode, the Drs. Washington provide their experience and tips for the USMLE Step 1, the first part of the medical licensing examinations. Tune in to hear more about our experience with this exam, along with tips on how to make the n...
Season 2 Ep 10: The Story - Dr. Melanie Hafford
On this episode of the Story, the Drs. Washington start a new series highlighting physicians of color and their journeys in medicine. Join this discussion with Dr. Melanie Hafford, a Bariatric Surgeon at the University of Texas Southwestern,...
