Learn, Discern & Return: An MGB Physician's Journey

Mass General Brigham Office of Continuing Professional Development
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This podcast series features Mass General Brigham researchers whose work is redefining what's possible and how we care for patients. Our goal is to spotlight transformative discoveries, the people leading these transformations, and how they can improve patient outcomes, highlighting how today's research is shaping the future of medicine, including training the next generation of clinicians and scientists. This podcast series is not accredited for CME/CE at this time. SEASON 1: Crossing Medical Frontiers: Research Innovations Transforming Care hosted by Dr. John Co SEASON 2: Learn, Discern & Return: An MGB Physician's Journey hosted by Dr. Erik Alexander

Episodes

  1. 6d ago

    Dr. Patrick Ellinor: From Trainee to Trailblazer - Atrial Fibrillation, Genomics, and the Future of Academic Medicine

    Dr. Patrick Ellinor reflects on his 30-year journey through Mass General Brigham—from medical trainee to Executive Director of the Heart and Vascular Institute. He shares how curiosity about familial atrial fibrillation sparked a career in cardiovascular genetics, explores major advances in diagnosing and treating a-fib, and discusses how genomics, collaboration, and the evolving institute model are shaping the future of patient care and academic medicine.

    Dr. Patrick Ellinor: From Trainee to Trailblazer - Atrial Fibrillation, Genomics, and the Future of Academic Medicine

  2. Feb 10

    Dr. Patricia Musolino: Harnessing Genetics to Transform Care in Neurovascular Disorders

    Dr. Patty Musolino shares her inspiring journey from Buenos Aires to the forefront of neurovascular research, highlighting the importance of human genetics in treating cerebrovascular and neuroinflammatory disorders. She discusses the groundbreaking research aimed at understanding and individualizing treatment for severe vascular diseases, which remain a leading cause of death and disability worldwide. Tune in to learn how her work leverages innovative techniques like genome editing and emphasizes the transformative power of collaboration across disciplines.

    Dr. Patricia Musolino: Harnessing Genetics to Transform Care in Neurovascular Disorders

  3. 11/05/2025

    Dr. Roger Hajjar: Transforming Heart Health Through Gene and Cell Therapy

    This episode features Dr. Roger Hajjar, founder of the Gene and Cell Therapy Institute at Mass General Brigham. He discusses the revolutionary potential of gene therapy in treating heart failure and chronic diseases, exploring innovative research that aims to transform patient care. Tune in to discover how cutting-edge techniques are paving the way for treatments that could redefine chronic illness management.

    Dr. Roger Hajjar: Transforming Heart Health Through Gene and Cell Therapy

  4. 09/30/2025

    Dr. Pradeep Natarajan: Translating Genomics into Cardiac Care

    Join us as Dr. Pradeep Natarajan discusses his groundbreaking work in personalized medicine and how genomic insights are transforming preventive cardiology.

    Dr. Pradeep Natarajan: Translating Genomics into Cardiac Care

  5. 09/30/2025

    Dr. Chi-Fu Jeffrey Yang: Advancing Early Detection and AI in Lung Cancer Care

    In this episode, Dr. Chi-Fu (Jeffrey) Yang discusses his groundbreaking work in early detection of lung cancer and the role of artificial intelligence in enhancing screening protocols. Learn how his personal experiences have shaped his research and advocacy efforts, aiming to revolutionize access to life-saving lung cancer screenings for at-risk populations.

    Dr. Chi-Fu Jeffrey Yang: Advancing Early Detection and AI in Lung Cancer Care

  6. 09/30/2025

    Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford: Redefining Obesity Treatment Through Research and Innovation

    Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford, an esteemed obesity medicine physician-scientist, shares her groundbreaking research on innovative treatment strategies that combine pharmacotherapy and bariatric surgery. She discusses the critical disparities in access to obesity treatments and explores how recent advances are reshaping the future of obesity care. Join us to learn how cutting-edge research is transforming the way we understand and treat obesity in diverse populations.

    Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford: Redefining Obesity Treatment Through Research and Innovation
  • 6 Episodes

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This podcast series features Mass General Brigham researchers whose work is redefining what's possible and how we care for patients. Our goal is to spotlight transformative discoveries, the people leading these transformations, and how they can improve patient outcomes, highlighting how today's research is shaping the future of medicine, including training the next generation of clinicians and scientists. This podcast series is not accredited for CME/CE at this time. SEASON 1: Crossing Medical Frontiers: Research Innovations Transforming Care hosted by Dr. John Co SEASON 2: Learn, Discern & Return: An MGB Physician's Journey hosted by Dr. Erik Alexander

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