Sevo Sistas
Are you curious or interested in anesthesia and you a woman, person of color or otherwise do not fit the stereotypical image of what an anesthesiologist is "supposed" to look like? Are you confused as to what an anesthesiologist even does? Then this show is for you! We will discuss what life is like on the other side of the blue drape for us- such as the flow of an average day, the issues most relevant to us, and tips on being a part of this amazing yet misunderstood field!
Episodes
🧵 Episode Highlights
- 🎯 Lauretta reflects on her unmatched cycle and lays out her strategy for a successful second try.
- 📬 Reached out to programs after matching into a TY year to request rotations and stay top of mind.
- 🏛️ Walked into the hospital surgical suite to self-advocate and was introduced directly to anesthesia leadership.
- 🤝 Attended the NMA conference and networked her way into new opportunities and rotations.
- 💼 Balanc...
In this episode:
- Dr. Elisha Peterson opens the season with an honest talk for students who didn’t match into anesthesiology
- Special guest Dr. Nkiruka Lauretta Nwangene shares her journey — from banking and nursing to medical school and matching anesthesia after her second try
- Encouragement: Not matching the first time does not define your future
- Preview of past episodes with Dr. Julissa Patten and Dr. Chuma Azoba
Lauretta&apos...
American Society of Anesthesiology (ASA) Conference.
Key Takeaways:
- ASA Conference Highlights: Dr. Peterson will be attending and encourages others to come along, highlighting events to check out.
- You Can Be an Anesthesiologist Too: Despite challenges, many have overcome significant hardships to succeed, and you can too.
- Engagement Invitation: Dr. Peterson invites listeners to email, DM, or comment on LinkedIn with their thoughts ...
Episode Overview: In this empowering episode of Sevo Sistas, Dr. Elisha Peterson wraps up the series with Dr. Alopi Patel, co-host of the "Hurt by the Female Pain Docs" podcast. Dr. Patel shares her journey in overcoming internal limitations, the importance of building a personal brand as a physician, and actionable steps to create a social media presence.
Key Takeaways:
- Overcoming Mental Barriers: Dr. Patel discusses t...
In this empowering episode of Sevo Sistas , the host is joined by Dr. Alopi Patel, a trailblazing anesthesiologist and pain medicine specialist. Dr. Patel shares her inspiring journey into medicine, overcoming the challenges faced by women in the male-dominated fields of anesthesiology and pain medicine, and her experience building a strong social media presence to address pelvic pain and women's health issues.
Key Topics Discu...
Welcome back to Sevo Sistas, the podcast where we demystify and diversify the field of anesthesiology, all within the duration of an anesthesia break. In this week's episode, we conclude our insightful interview with Dr. Alanna Gordon, a Black woman DO who recently matched at the University of Connecticut (UConn) for her anesthesiology residency. Dr. Gordon shares valuable advice that applies not only to DOs but to anyone cons...
Welcome back to Sevo Sistas, the podcast dedicated to demystifying and diversifying the field of anesthesiology, all within the duration of an anesthesia break. This week, Dr. Peterson will delve into the challenges and triumphs of matching into an anesthesiology residency as a DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine). Our special guest, Dr. Alanna Gordon, shares her inspiring journey from her initial interest in medicine to successfull...
In this compelling follow-up episode of Sevo Sistas, we continue our conversation with Dr. Julisha Patten. Dr. Patten shares her inspiring journey of overcoming significant academic challenges to achieve her dream of becoming an anesthesiologist. From failing step exams to navigating the match process, Dr. Patten's story is a testament to resilience and determination. Tune in to hear her practical advice on maintaining confide...
In this inspiring episode of Sevo Sistas, we delve into the extraordinary journey of Dr. Julisha Patten, who defied numerous challenges on her path to becoming an anesthesiology resident at Yale. Dr. Patten shares her experiences of taking the MCAT twice, facing setbacks, and ultimately triumphing through resilience and determination.
Highlights of the Episode:
- Introduction to Dr. Julisha Patten:
- Dr. Patten's early life i...
Finding mentors, creating that relationship can be intimidating
but it does not have to be.
Listen for how you can create your dream mentoring relationships.
Have a burning question? A concern? A controversy or issue you want to hear covered? We got you, boo!
Leave a voice message at 202 743 1404. We will play your recording on the podcast and address your topic (if you don't want it played just say...
Are you confused about what networking is?
How to do it?
Dr. Chuma Azoba walks us through practical action items that you can take to be a networking boss
Twitter: @ChumaAzoba
Have a burning question? A concern? A controversy or issue you want to hear covered? We got you, boo!
Leave a voice message at 202 743 1404. We will play your recording on the podcast and address your topic (if you don&apo...
In this episode, Dr. Chuma Azoba, a graduate of St. George's Medical School walks us through
-his journey to medicine and anesthesia
-the challenges of going to medical school abroad
-how to navigate obtaining anesthesia rotations
-the importance of networking
Have more questions for Dr. Azoba? or want to connect?
He is on X
@ChumaAzoba
and Linkedin
https://www.linkedin....
In the enlightening episode of the Black Doctors Podcast featuring Dr. Elisha Peterson, listeners are invited into the inspiring journey of a triple board-certified anesthesiologist renowned for her dedication to medicine and community service.
Throughout the podcast, Dr. Peterson candidly discusses the hurdles she faced as a minority navigating the rigorous terrain of medical education. From the pressures of competition in medical ...
In the enlightening episode of the Black Doctors Podcast featuring Dr. Elisha Peterson, listeners are invited into the inspiring journey of a triple board-certified anesthesiologist renowned for her dedication to medicine and community service.
Throughout the podcast, Dr. Peterson candidly discusses the hurdles she faced as a minority navigating the rigorous terrain of medical education. From the pressures of competition in medical ...
You dont have to hustle and grind your entire life to make money.
What if you made even more money working smarter not harder?
In this episode, we discuss
-why I left academic medicine
-the pros and challenges of real estate
-learning never ends
I was a guest on the Real Estate Mogul MD podcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/real-estate-mogul-m-d/id1657510769
Here I share my journey...
Ever thought about making money while you sleep? or even just sheltering your income from taxes?
I was a guest on the Real Estate Mogul MD podcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/real-estate-mogul-m-d/id1657510769
Here I share my journey into real estate.
Have a burning question? A concern? A controversy or issue you want to hear covered? We got you, boo!
Leave a voice message ...
We are on spring break this week! Use this as an opportunity to catch up on prior episodes and I look forward to discussing new topics with you next week!
Have a burning question? A concern? A controversy or issue you want to hear covered? We got you, boo!
Leave a voice message at 202 743 1404. We will play your recording on the podcast and address your topic (if you don't want it played just say it i...
Everything has a dark side.
Anesthesiology has a few.
Its still a great field but you should enter with eyes wide open.
Anesthesiology is #1 for
-highest burnout rate of all specialties
-highest suicide rate of all specialties
-#1 for gender based harassment
Want to read more. Check out the papers below:
https://pubs.asahq.org/monitor/article/87/4/34/137958/This-Is-Not-A...
Discover the transformative power of resilience and passion as Dr. Candice Williams shares her inspiring journey of navigating the complexities of medicine while pursuing her love for music and healing.
From navigating challenging hospital environments to pioneering a unique blend of music and telemedicine for pain management, Dr. Williams shares her inspiring story of courage, perseverance, and the pursuit of purpose in the ev...
Did you ever wonder how a passion for music could harmonize with a career in medicine?
Join us in this episode as we dive into the extraordinary journey of Dr. Candice Williams, an anesthesiology pain medicine physician who seamlessly blends her musical talents with her medical practice. Explore the intersection of art and science as Dr. Williams shares her unique approach to pain care, revealing the transformative power o...
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