The GROklahoma Podcast Show
Our podcast takes you on a journey to explore the different resources and support available for clinical and translational research in Oklahoma. We’ll speak with experts in the field, as well as researchers who have benefited from these resources. Join us as we discuss funding opportunities, collaboration tools, regulatory support, and more. Whether you’re just starting out in the field or are a seasoned researcher, our podcast is here to help you discover the resources available to support your work. From access to state-of-the-art equipment to networking opportunities with other researchers and clinicians, mentoring tips, our podcast covers a wide range of topics related to clinical and translational research resources in Oklahoma.
Episodes
What happens when a powerhouse in fintech and a molecular biologist walk into a PTA meeting? Magic, in the form of STEM nights, community grants, and generational impact.
In this heartwarming episode, Dr. Lurdes Queimado (MD, PhD), a physician-scientist whose journey began in a rural Portuguese village under dictatorship rule, and Cheron Henry (MBA, MIS), a fintech leader and equity advocate born and raised in Oklahoma, share how t...
Continuing our exploration into Native American and American Indian health, this episode features Dr. Ashley Comiford, an epidemiologist at Cherokee Nation Health Services and a fierce advocate for equity. From a small Oklahoma town to leading research on cancer disparities, infectious disease, and tobacco-related illness, Dr. Comiford shares the powerful story of how her Cherokee identity shaped her path in public health.
She pull...
In this powerful episode, we explore how a federally funded initiative is shaping the future of healthcare across rural Oklahoma. Joining us are Dr. Susan Dresser, Regents Professor and Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist at the Fran and Earl Ziegler College of Nursing, OUHS, and three exceptional DNP students: Cody Bynum, Meagan Wright, and Debra Hawkins—each a recipient of the Oklahoma Workforce Innovations in Nursing gra...
Hope isn’t just a word—it’s action. It’s advocacy. It’s ensuring that no one has to choose between paying for cancer treatment and keeping a roof over their head. In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Michelle Fair, a dynamic leader in corporate philanthropy at the American Cancer Society (ACS), who has spent her career turning hope into tangible support for cancer patients.
As Senior Director of Corporate Relations and Phila...
The US, especially Oklahoma, is home to immigrants who play a vital role in shaping the healthcare landscape. Dr. Parisa Ghasemi is one such immigrant, making significant contributions to healthcare research. In this first episode of The GROklahoma Podcast for the year, we speak with Dr. Ghasemi, a physician, researcher, and lab administrator for The MORE Lab at the Health Promotion and Research Center (HPRC), where she focuses on ...
Today, we're honored to host not one, but two powerhouse leaders in health promotion and cancer research: Dr. Darla Kendzor and Dr. Michael Businelle, the dynamic duo behind the TSET Health Promotion Research Center (HPRC) at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. Not only are they co-directors dedicated to advancing research and reducing health disparities, but they’re also partners in life, bringing a unique synergy t...
In this episode of the GROklahoma Podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Karla Finnell, an Associate Professor at the University of Oklahoma Hudson College of Public Health. Dr. Finnell shared her inspiring journey from growing up in Comanche, Oklahoma, where her father worked in the oil fields and served as a rodeo judge, to her transformative experience in education when a professor’s small act of kindness—a full tuiti...
Welcome (back) to the GROklahoma Podcast, we are honored to feature Dr. Adam Alexander, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine at the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and Faculty at the TSET Health Promotion Research Center. Dr. Alexander brings his unique blend of empathy, cultural competence, and cutting-edge research to the table. A native of Memphis, he has dedicated his career to e...
This episode of the GROklahoma Podcast features Darbi Crist, a dedicated nurse educator and Oklahoma native with a rich background in postpartum care. Darbi shares her inspiring journey from aspiring sports trainer to becoming a third-generation nurse, reflecting on how her Guyanese roots have shaped her global perspectives and commitment to personal growth. She also talks about the fulfillment she finds in nursing, particularly in...
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Natasha Bray, the Campus Dean at OSU College of Osteopathic Medicine at the Cherokee Nation in Tahlequah, OK. Dr. Bray shares her journey from medical student to dean, her passion for health equity, and her leadership in medical education. She discusses her early life in Oklahoma and how her father’s medical practice influenced her commitment to healthcare and community service. Her educational...
In this episode, we spoke with Dr. Sarah Borengasser, an Associate Professor specializing in endocrinology and diabetes at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. Dr. Borengasser shared her journey from being adopted from Korea and growing up in Mason City to becoming a distinguished researcher in obesity, nutrition, and exercise science, driven by her passion for running and exercise. Her research, supported by consiste...
In this episode of the GROklahoma podcast, we're thrilled to have Margaret Robinson, the Senior Associate Director for the OUHSC Office of Interdisciplinary Programs, as our guest. Margaret's journey from rural Los Angeles, CA to Oklahoma is extraordinary, and she brings a wealth of expertise in fostering interdisciplinary learning experiences and facilitating faculty development. With a keen focus on student engagement and communi...
In this episode of GROklahoma podcast, we are honored to host Dr. James Mold, the George Lynn Cross Emeritus Professor in the Department of Family and Community Medicine at OUHSC. Dr. Mold's journey from rural Ghana to Oklahoma is nothing short of extraordinary. His dedication to healthcare, particularly in geriatrics, has left an indelible mark on the field.
The episode explores Dr. Mold's upbringing, early medical experiences, an...
In our previous episode, we delved into an insightful conversation with Dr. Sydney Martinez and Dr. Corcoran, exploring their impactful work in community-engaged research inspired by their children’s battle with intestinal malrotation. For those just joining us or needing a refresher, we highly recommend revisiting that enlightening discussion as it perfectly sets the stage for today's exploration.
In this episode, we reconnect wit...
Being a new mom is tough but imagine having a newborn with health challenges beyond the ordinary. Today, we introduce you to Dr. Sydney Martinez and Dr. Katie Corcoran, two moms and researchers deeply immersed in unraveling the complexities of intestinal malrotation. Dr. Sydney Martinez, an Assistant Professor in Epidemiology at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, and Dr. Katie Corcoran, a prolific researcher and pro...
Welcome to another episode of the GROklahoma Podcast! In this edition, we are delighted to host Dr. Amanda Janitz, an Associate Professor of Epidemiology at the Hudson College of Public Health, OUHSC.
Dr. Janitz's journey into epidemiology and public health was profoundly shaped by personal experiences, including the loss of a family member to leukemia and her husband's battle with cancer. Her passion for pediatric oncology led her...
In this episode, we're honored to have Dr. Natasha Mickel, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Family & Preventive Medicine, Assistant Director for Faculty Development, and the Director of the Oklahoma Center for Mentoring Excellence (OCME) at OUHSC, showcasing her adept collaboration skills within diverse learning communities. From a fortuitous encounter with Dr. Valerie Williams to a transformative seven-year mentorsh...
Dr. Kelly Standifer, a distinguished neuropharmacology professor at the University of Oklahoma, brings to light her groundbreaking research on neuropeptides, particularly opioid peptides, and their pivotal role in pain management and brain injury recovery. Her passion for this field was sparked by a deeply personal experience—a near tragedy in her family that ignited her path toward studying pain and traumatic brain injury (TBI). D...
In this episode, Dr. Noeen Sarfraz, a psychiatrist and public health professional, leads us through a captivating journey, embracing her cultural roots from Lahore, Pakistan. From her beginnings at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center to clinical practice across Springfield, IL, and Tulsa, OK, Dr. Noeen shares invaluable insights into her current role at the Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, focusin...
This episode features our very own, Dr. Tim VanWagoner, the Associate Director of the Oklahoma Clinical and Translational Science Institute (OCTSI). Originating from the scenic landscapes of Montana, Dr. VanWagoner paints a vivid picture of his upbringing and how it laid the foundation for his remarkable career in research. His narrative showcases the profound impact of environment and passion in shaping a scientific career, highli...
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