RoK Diagnostics Podcast

Robertson Klaingar

Your main stop for content related to Medical Laboratory Science. The podcast where we discuss everything Medical Laboratory Science in Africa and around the World.

  1. 01/30/2024

    Medical Lab Scientists in Public Health - A Conversation with Chelsea Osayande

    In this enlightening episode of the RoK Diagnostics Podcast, we engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Chelsea Osayande, a first-class medical laboratory scientist from the University of Benin, currently making strides as a program analyst in Abuja, Nigeria. We delve into the critical role of medical laboratory scientists in public health, discussing the challenges and opportunities in the field, the transition from traditional lab roles to public health, and the importance of technological integration in healthcare. Chelsea also shares her personal journey, insights on data analysis in public health, and the potential of medical laboratory scientists in areas like vaccine development, AI, and data science. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the evolving landscape of healthcare and the vital contributions of medical laboratory scientists. Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction and Welcome 00:23 - Meet Chelsea Osayande 01:13 - Gaining Visibility in Global Health Contexts 02:06 - Scaling Laboratory Testing in African Countries 02:51 - Data Management to Policy 03:54 - Encouraging Technological Adoption in Laboratories 04:41 - Lab Scientists and Public Engagement 05:18 - The Saturated Field of Medical Laboratory Science 06:48 - Chelsea’s Career Shift From Lab to Public Health Consulting 07:57 - The Silent Voice of Lab Scientists in Health Crises 08:28 - Medical Lab Scientists: Educators in Pandemics 10:49 - Building Confidence and Visibility in Healthcare 12:09 - Medical Lab Scientists in Vaccine Production and Testing 14:08 - Effective Communication in Healthcare Sectors 16:16 - The Role of Internships and Continuous Learning in Career Development 19:21 - Day-to-Day Life in Public Health Consulting 22:30 - Learning Data Analysis and Other Skills for Lab Scientists 24:00 - The Future of Labs: Data Science and AI Integration 27:14 - Significance of Internships in Public Health 30:27 - Closing Remarks and Future Discussions in Medical Laboratory Science

    39 min
  2. 01/08/2024

    Nurturing Transgenerational Leadership

    Summary This conversation explores the importance of mentorship and transgenerational leadership in the medical science profession. Odinaka Kingsley Obeta highlights the gaps in mentorship for medical science students and the need for guidance in making career decisions. The impact of mentorship on career advancement and the importance of transgenerational leadership in ensuring continuity and innovation in the profession are discussed. Initiatives and solutions for mentorship are explored, including the creation of platforms and programs. The challenges in seeking and providing mentorship are addressed, emphasizing the need for access and understanding of mentorship. The speaker shares personal experiences in providing mentorship and offers tips for seeking and providing mentorship. The conversation concludes with closing remarks and contact information for further engagement. Takeaways Mentorship is crucial for the growth and development of medical science students and professionals. Transgenerational leadership is necessary to ensure continuity and innovation in the medical science profession. There are gaps in mentorship for medical science students, and efforts should be made to create systems and programs to address this. Both mentors and mentees need to understand the importance of mentorship and actively participate in the mentorship relationship. Access to mentorship and proper understanding of mentorship are key challenges that need to be addressed. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Conversation 02:28 Gaps in Mentorship for Medical Science Students 07:21 The Importance of Transgenerational Leadership 12:33 The Impact of Mentorship on Career Decisions 17:39 The Need for Transgenerational Leadership in Medical Science 21:42 Initiatives and Solutions for Mentorship 25:49 Challenges in Seeking and Providing Mentorship 29:53 Creating Systems for Mentorship 36:04 Personal Experience in Providing Mentorship 44:52 Addressing the Lack of Access to Mentorship 50:24 Tips for Seeking and Providing Mentorship 57:22 Closing Remarks and Contact Information

    53 min

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