Small Brains, Big Dreams

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Leading researchers and clinicians in the field of neurology reflect on the role of mentorship in Small Brains, Big Dreams, a podcast series created by Newborn Brain Society, in partnership with the Canadian Premature Babies Foundation. The Newborn Brain Society is a non-profit organization supporting a world in which all newborns have access to and receive the optimal brain care. We promote international, multi-disciplinary collaboration, education, and innovation among clinicians, scientists, and parents. Small Brains, Big Dreams is hosted by preemie parent & journalist, Jenna Morton. Connect with us at newbornbrainsociety.org, on Facebook @NewbornBrainSociety, and on Twitter @ NewbornBrains.

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On Mentorship with Dr. Mark Scher

Drawing on eight decades of learning. Dr. Mark Scher shares his thoughts on the importance of staying curious, acknowledging and understanding disparity, and the power of an interdisciplinary approach. Dr. Mark Scher studied fetal/neonatal neurology (FNN) at the University of Rochester, followed by four years at SUNY/Downstate Medical School. He completed his pediatrics residency at Cornell/New York Hospital Pediatrics, followed by a neurology/pediatric neurology/neurophysiology fellowship at th...

Apr 15, 2024•30 min•Season 2Ep. 4

On Mentorship with Dr. Gerda Meijler

The daughter of two physicians, Dr. Gerda Meijler knew from a young age she would also pursue a career in medicine. She began her studies in pediatrics, then shifted to focus on neonatology after experiencing the premature birth of her twins. Decades of students have learned the art of cranial ultrasound under the guidance of Dr. Meijler, who is also a prolific author who values cross-discipline learning. Dr. Gerda Meijler MD, PhD recently retired from the Isala Women and Children’s Hospital, Zw...

Apr 15, 2024•33 min•Season 2Ep. 3

On Mentorship with Dr Khorshid Mohammad

There’s a clear theme in the life and work of Dr. Khorshid Mohammad : no challenge is too large to face. Known for his innovation as both a scientist and as an educator, Dr. Mohammad is quick to share how others impacted his approach to life and learning and what he hopes others will take from those experiences. Dr. Khorshid Mohammad (MD, MSc, FABP, FRCP (Edin)) is a Staff Neonatologist at Alberta Health Services, Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Calgary’s Cumming School of Medicine,...

Nov 06, 2023•34 min•Season 2Ep. 2

On Mentorship with Dr. Lina Chalak

Season Two of Small Brains, Big Dreams continues our conversations around mentorship with leading neurologists from around the world. Dr. Lina Chalak has many accomplishments and accolades in her biography, but she’s quick to point out the award from UT Southwestern celebrating her work as a mentor holds a special place of honor for her. Listen as she shares her ‘why’ and encourages you to do the same. Dr. Lina Chalak (MD, MSCS) is the founding director of both the Neurointensive Care program an...

Oct 30, 2023•34 min•Season 2Ep. 1

On Mentorship with Dr Linda de Vries

Professor Emeritus Dr. Linda de Vries has watched the field of pediatric neurology grow from the early use of ultrasounds to cutting edge hypothermic procedures. She predicts an increasing use of AI matched with a holistic view of medicine, guided by the mentorship of many in the field.

Feb 22, 2022•27 min•Season 1Ep. 4

On Mentorship with Dr Terrie Inder

A little bit of luck and a lot of work. Both are needed to create a mentorship that works for both parties. Dr. Terrie Inder shares her tried and tested methods for building a mentor-mentee relationship, and her ‘three P’ approach to a rewarding career.

Feb 15, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 3

On Mentorship with Dr Donna Ferriero

Dr. Donna Ferriero has been described as a pioneer in neonatal neurology and neonatal neuroscience. Our first series guest, Dr. Steven Miller, says working with her was inspirational and greatly impacted his approach to medicine and to mentorship. Hear from Dr. Ferriero herself in Episode 2 of Small Brains, Big Dreams.

Feb 08, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 2

On Mentorship with Dr Steven Miller

In our first episode, Dr. Steven Miller speaks to the difference between supervision and mentorship, the power of interdisciplinary research, and the importance of authentic engagement of families within the research process.

Feb 01, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 1