4 episodes

As people from diverse backgrounds in medicine, one of the first labels we get is “underrepresented in medicine”, URM. Ironically a designation meant to carve a space for us, also makes us feel othered. This podcast is designed to breathe life into the nuances that are flattened by data points med schools use on their websites. Our experiences enrich but go beyond medicine. This podcast lives in our collective humanity; it is an ode to our thriving. A re-affirmation that yes URM, You Are Med, you belong here.

You Are Med Gisel Bello

    • Society & Culture
    • 5.0 • 23 Ratings

As people from diverse backgrounds in medicine, one of the first labels we get is “underrepresented in medicine”, URM. Ironically a designation meant to carve a space for us, also makes us feel othered. This podcast is designed to breathe life into the nuances that are flattened by data points med schools use on their websites. Our experiences enrich but go beyond medicine. This podcast lives in our collective humanity; it is an ode to our thriving. A re-affirmation that yes URM, You Are Med, you belong here.

    It Takes A Village with Gisel Bello

    It Takes A Village with Gisel Bello

    In this episode, I introduce myself as your host and let you into pieces of my story. I talk about why medicine, my village, imposter syndrome, and why I created You Are Med.

    • 26 min
    Vogue Anti-Racism with Kaye-Alese Green

    Vogue Anti-Racism with Kaye-Alese Green

    In this episode, we hear from Kaye-Alese Green, a rising third-year medical student, and inaugural DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) Fellow, at BU.



    She shares stories on growing up with her “badass” mom & business-minded dad, the importance of presence as a URM, “vogue” anti-racism, and the impact this fellowship has had on her existence.

    • 40 min
    Dear Patient with Mohammad Aref

    Dear Patient with Mohammad Aref

    In this episode, we hear from Mohammad Aref, a graduating fourth-year and soon-to-be general surgery intern. 



    As an avid storyteller with a poetic mind, he shares stories on his transformation from civilian to future doctor at a free clinic and how his Muslim faith strengthens his devotion to medicine all the while sprinkling in beautiful, useful anecdotes. 

    • 33 min
    Where The Money At? with Dr. Denise Marte

    Where The Money At? with Dr. Denise Marte

    In this episode, we speak to Dr. Denise Marte, a first-gen Emergency Medicine physician, change-maker, and the person who guided me through med school. 



    She shares stories on stumbling upon serendipity in a New York City bus stop, goes deep and personal about the things she did in order to pay for post bacc, and closes our conversation by sharing her thoughts on medical providers resembling the populations we serve. 

    • 33 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
23 Ratings

23 Ratings

DGarcia17 ,

Insightful, Raw, and Necessary

A raw introspective which connects at a very deep level. Absolutely love it.

nomadicbURdz ,

Thank you!

This podcast is incredible -powerful storytelling, excellent host, funny and enlightening and critical and thought provoking. Highly recommend for all of us!

love great amazing ,

Powerful Storytelling!

Words can’t describe how much I love this podcast! The discussions are so real and heartfelt it’s as if you sitting with friends discussing life’s most interesting challenging aspects. The host Gisel Bello, is honest and vulnerable which brings out a comfort and genuine emotions from her guests. Being a black male I can relate to the challenges of imposter syndrome, while also curving a space for those who come after me!!! Can’t wait until the next episode!!!

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