Conversations in Science and Faith

On this episode of Conversations in Science and Faith I had the honor of speaking with Dr. Tyler Johnson, a Stanford oncologist, award winning educator, published writer, and host of The Doctor's Art podcast. We discussed how oncology in particular demand precision but also presence. Medicine can often feel totalizing and having a background in faith can help recenter the focus on the whole patient. Dr. Johnson discusses how to balance the "puzzle" of complex cases with the person in fr...

In this episode I was honored to be joined by Dr. Debora Wallingford, a dedicated veterinarian whose love for animals began in her Nebraska hometown and led her to the Pacific Northwest. Dr. Wallingford shares how her faith, compassion, and commitment to service shape her work at the Cat and Dog Clinic of Bellevue. From mentoring young aspiring vets to finding meaning in the bond between humans and animals, this conversation explores the intersection of science, spirituality, and everyday car...

Welcome to Conversations in Science and Faith! A series of conversations with scientists, healthcare leaders, and innovators, exploring the power of integrating faith, identity, and service into the world of science. I am your host Abbas Shakir and in this episode I was honored to be joined by Dr. Kasim Mookhtiar, a trailblazer in drug discovery with 40+ years of experience in both foundational and applied biochemical RnD. Dr. Mookhtiar is also practicing Dawoodi Bohra and credits his f...

Host Abbas Shakir introduces the vision behind Conversations in Science and Faith - a series spotlighting researchers, physicians, and innovators who bridge the worlds of science, service, and spirituality. As a student passionate about both discovery and tradition, Abbas explores how faith and science can not only coexist, but enrich one another. In this opening episode, hear what inspired the podcast and what to expect in the episodes ahead. Follow along to get a deeper look at the people w...