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Specialty Café

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Are you a medical student or resident choosing your path in healthcare? Grab a coffee and settle in… this café is for you! Our hosts (med students & residents) chat with Royal College specialists and residents about their day to day lives, the reasons behind their specialty choices, the joys, the challenges, and more! Although conversations are full of specialty insights, you’ll gain invaluable life advice about being a fulfilled and excellent clinician (and human being). Feedspot has voted

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All Episodes

35:28

CaRMS: Insights from a PGY2 (and opera singer!)

Specialty Café ·

2024/10/29

Thanks for tuning into Season 7. We've got loads in store. We'll continue to delve into the many Royal College subspecialties whilst addressing topics of interest identified by you - our Specialty Café community. Enjoy the series! Clear, memorable, succinct, and consistent—these qualities should define both your CaRMS application and interview. In this episode, Sarah Klapman MD, a PGY2 in General Surgery, joins host Cameron Wong (who’s embarking on his own CaRMS journey) to share how she

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Want to win a $50 gift card? Listen to Specialty Café!

Specialty Café ·

2024/09/05

Thanks to you, our Specialty Café community, we're gearing up for the next season. In the meantime - are you interested in winning a $50 gift card? Here's how: Listen to Specialty Café. Rate and review (and enjoy!). Take a screenshot of your review and email to us at podcasts@royalcollege.ca. Include your name, school, and year. Winners will be announced at the Canadian Federation of Medical Students' (CFMS) Annual General Meeting in Moncton, New Brunswick on September 20, 2024. Specialty Café

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31:43

Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Specialty Café ·

2024/07/16

Once you hear today’s guest express her deep and unwavering dedication to Pediatric Emergency Medicine, teaching, and advocacy, you’ll understand why her career is perfectly suited to her passion. Kirstin Weerdenburg, MD, FRCPC, shares her global journey which led her to practice in Halifax, NS. She expected to focus solely on clinical practice but soon discovered there’s a world of opportunity in addition to being a Peds Emerg specialist (such as medial journalism and caring for newcomers to

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19:53

SPOTLIGHT: Mentorship for Learners... and the...

Specialty Café ·

2024/07/02

What does mentorship mean to you? Join our podcast team Andrew, Emily, and Mark, as they explore the importance of mentors in their educational journeys. Their discussion highlights some of the amazing benefits of learning from a mentor in a rural setting (this includes of course knowing the entire health care team as well as dinner and ‘hanging out’ with your preceptor!). They reflect on their past podcast hosting and mentor experiences, and look ahead to the future. Who knows where your path may

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32:21

Pediatric Hematology/Oncology

Specialty Café ·

2024/06/18

Today’s guest is a singer, pianist, science fiction enthusiast, storyteller, listener, and creative writer. And as importantly, he’s a Pediatric Hematology/Oncology specialist. Join us as Kyle Mendonça, MD (PGY6... but not for long!), shares his fascinating journey with host Cameron Wong. Dr. Mendonça opens up about his residency experiences, his passion for working with children, and why he chose this challenging yet rewarding subspecialty. If you're looking for a career in medicine that offers a

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30:26

SPOTLIGHT: The Leap to Residency: Strategies, Advice,...

Specialty Café ·

2024/06/04

"What do you want to do in this world with your life… and how are you going to meld that into medicine?". Some wise refelctions from today’s guest – Adrian Huang, MD, FRCSC. Host Andrew Pauls (now an MD!) asks Dr. Huang to walk us through his experience as he jumped from medical school to his first year of residency in Orthopedic Surgery. What worked? What didn’t? What lessons did he learn? How did he cope with this new level of responsibility? Is a balanced life possible? Dr. Huang shares answers

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28:42

Pediatric Surgery

Specialty Café ·

2024/05/21

Are you uncertain about which specialty to pursue, but know you want a career that is public-facing, involves patient and family interaction, and thrives on the dynamic, high-pressure hospital environment with quick results? And most importantly, do you love working with children?! Tune-in to this episode as Allen Hayashi, MD, FRCSC tells host Emily Wu, MD why Pediatric Surgery gives him joy and a sense of immediate accomplishment. Dr. Hayashi's journey to this subspecialty wasn't driven by deep

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29:51

Critical Care Medicine (Staff)

Specialty Café ·

2024/05/07

Critical Care Medicine can be unpredictable and stressful, but it is also one of the most fulfilling and compassionate areas in medicine. Today's episode features an inspiring conversation with Omar Ahmad, MD, FRCPC, a specialist who not only manages stress well but thrives on it. Join host Andrew Pauls as he explores Dr. Ahmad's journey through medicine, delving into what drew him to this high-pressure yet rewarding specialty. You'll hear about the delicate balance required to save lives while

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33:15

Developmental Pediatrics

Specialty Café ·

2024/04/23

Discover the world of Developmental Pediatrics, one of the best-kept secrets in the field. Imagine it’s the end of your workday, and you’ve celebrated some unique and special gains with your patients and their families/caregivers. You focused on and applauded their strengths and successes. You reflect on your fortune as you work with (and learn from) a wide range of dedicated and innovative allied health members. Do you think this would fill your cup? Tune in as Rhea D’Costa, MD, FRCPC, shares her

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37:09

Plastic Surgery (Resident)

Specialty Café ·

2024/04/09

Although this season focuses mainly on subspecialties, our guest today kindly agreed to take us back to a primary specialty (Plastic Surgery) and share her experience as a resident. Note: this is a new episode. Would you describe yourself as an innovator and a patient advocate? Do you often wonder what you can do better for your patients? Does your creative passion ignite when discussing topics like AI, 3D printing, and the power of teamwork? Listen on... Plastic Surgery might be your calling.

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48:23

Geriatric Psychiatry (extended version)

Specialty Café ·

2024/03/26

Tune-in for a slightly extended episode... we promise it's worth it! While Geriatric Psychiatry takes center stage, our guest consistently brings the focus back to the essence of her medical practice: the patient and their caregiver. Regardless of the specialty you're pursuing, you won’t want to miss out on the insights shared about humility in medicine, social duties, importance of taking care (and respecting) our elders, great advice whilst you navigate this healthcare path, and so much more! Join

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40:25

CaRMS 'Unmatched': A Resident's Personal Story

Specialty Café ·

2024/03/12

Welcome to Season 6 of Specialty Café, where we continue delving into Royal College specialties, subspecialties, and more. This season, we're delivering on your requests for more special episodes, offering unique insights and journeys. In this timely episode, join host Cameron Wong as he engages in a candid and inspiring conversation with Victoria Turnbull, MD, (PGY2, Urology, University of Western Ontario) who shares her experience of going unmatched in 2021. Dr. Turnbull's journey is a testament

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28:23

The Last REWIND: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Specialty Café ·

2024/02/29

This is the last Rewind episode of the season. Thanks for sticking with us while we revisited some of our most popular primary specialties. Look out for Season 6 which drops on March 12, 2024. Spoiler Alert: The first episode shares an honest insight into what it's really like going unmatched during the CaRMS process. In the meantime... Our guests describe Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation as a magical specialty. What could be better than getting up every day with the intention of optimizing the

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32:36

REWIND: Back to the Primaries - Urology

Specialty Café ·

2024/02/22

We’re prepping fresh content for the next season of Specialty Café. Stay tuned for exciting new episodes heading your way. We’ll continue delving into subspecialties and beyond! In the meantime, gear up for a trip down memory lane. Join us every Tuesday (only a couple more to go) as we hit rewind and release some of our all-time favourite episodes. Let’s dive back into the primary specialties that sparked your interest. A huge thanks to our listeners not only in Canada but also around the world

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31:20

REWIND: Back to the Primaries - Dermatology

Specialty Café ·

2024/02/13

We’re prepping fresh content for the next season of Specialty Café. Stay tuned for exciting new episodes heading your way. We’ll continue delving into subspecialties and beyond! In the meantime, gear up for a trip down memory lane. Join us every Tuesday (only a couple more to go) as we hit rewind and release some of our all-time favourite episodes. Let’s dive back into the primary specialties that sparked your interest. A huge thanks to our listeners not only in Canada but also around the world

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44:22

REWIND: Back to the Primaries - Anesthesiology

Specialty Café ·

2024/02/06

We’re prepping fresh content for the next season of Specialty Café. Stay tuned for exciting new episodes heading your way. We’ll continue delving into subspecialties and beyond! In the meantime, gear up for a trip down memory lane. Join us every Tuesday (only a couple more to go) as we hit rewind and release some of our all-time favourite episodes. Let’s dive back into the primary specialties that sparked your interest. A huge thanks to our listeners not only in Canada but also around the world

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38:31

REWIND: Back to the Primaries - Emergency Medicine

Specialty Café ·

2024/01/30

Gear up for a trip down memory lane. Join us every Tuesday as we hit rewind and release some of our all-time favourite episodes. Let’s dive back into the primary specialties that sparked your interest. We’re prepping fresh content for the next season of Specialty Café. Stay tuned for exciting new episodes heading your way! We’ll continue delving into subspecialties and beyond! A huge thanks to our listeners not only in Canada but also around the world! Questions or suggestions for this podcast

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28:14

REWIND: Back to the Primaries - Pediatrics

Specialty Café ·

2024/01/23

Gear up for a trip down memory lane. Join us every Tuesday for the next few weeks as we hit rewind and release some of our all-time favourite episodes. Let’s dive back into the primary specialties that sparked your interest. We’re prepping fresh content for the next season of Specialty Café. Stay tuned for exciting new episodes heading your way! We’ll continue delving into subspecialties and beyond! A huge thanks to our listeners not only in Canada but also around the world! Questions or suggestions

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32:04

REWIND: Back to the Primaries - Obstetrics &...

Specialty Café ·

2024/01/16

Gear up for a trip down memory lane. Join us every Tuesday for the next few weeks as we hit rewind and release some of our all-time favourite episodes. Let’s dive back into the primary specialties that sparked your interest. We’re prepping fresh content for the next season of Specialty Café. Stay tuned for exciting new episodes heading your way! We’ll continue delving into subspecialties and beyond! A huge thanks to our listeners not only in Canada but also around the world! Questions or suggestions

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27:14

REWIND: Back to the Primaries - Psychiatry

Specialty Café ·

2024/01/09

Gear up for a trip down memory lane. Join us every Tuesday for the next few weeks as we hit rewind and release some of our all-time favourite episodes. Let’s dive back into the primary specialties that sparked your interest. We’re prepping fresh content for the next season of Specialty Café. Stay tuned for exciting new episodes heading your way! We’ll continue delving into subspecialties and beyond! A huge thanks to our listeners not only in Canada but also around the world! Questions or suggestions

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