In this episode, Katie and I discuss the prevalence of burnout amongst learners in the health sciences, that darn "elephant in the room", how to recognize burnout and how to address it. Enjoy and be well! Wellness Dimensions Covered: Physical, Social, Mental/Emotional, Environmental, Occupational, Intellectual Have an idea for the podcast? Let us know! Email Kerri at kcorcoran@mcw.edu! Super Helpful Resources: WC Online to schedule with Katie and/or Kerri MCW Student and Resident Behavioral Heal...
May 29, 2025•33 min
In this solo episode, I explain the basics of health insurance for an MCW learner, how to find primary care, and what to consider when seeing a specialist or going to urgent care. Enjoy and be well! Wellness Dimensions Covered: Physical, Financial Resources: MCW Student Behavioral Health and Resource Navigator (and your pod host), Kerri Corcoran (kcorcoran@mcw.edu) Schedule with us in WC Online ! Student Health and Wellness Website MCW Faculty Collaborative Database: https://fcd.mcw.edu/ Student...
May 09, 2025•14 min
In this episode, our very own Katie Nickel shares her background in fitness, what keeps her motivated (even during wildly busy times), and how to stay consistent with your fitness routine. Enjoy and be well! Wellness Dimensions Covered: Physical, Social Have an idea for an episode or would like to be a very special guest? Email Kerri at kcorcoran@mcw.edu . Resources: Katie Nickel- knickel@mcw.edu MKE Rec Webpage Nike Run App Nike Training App Yoga with Adriene Les Mills My Fitness Pal...
Oct 22, 2024•27 min
The “Wellness Toolbox Series” includes a variety of guided meditations, visualizations, and breathing exercises. Enjoy and be well! Wellness Dimensions Covered: Physical, Emotional/Mental, Spiritual Have an idea for the podcast? Email Kerri at kcorcoran@mcw.edu !
Apr 30, 2024•11 min
In this episode, I am joined by Rashidah Butler-Jackson, Mrs. Dalvery Blackwell, Dr. Anna Palatnik, and Toni Whitaker to discuss the important topic of racial disparities in maternal health and the crucial role played by the doula. We discuss statistics regarding maternal health amongst individuals of color, the important work that folks are doing to address these issues, and how everyone can contribute to progress and change. Enjoy and be well! Special Guests: Toni Whitaker (togray@mcw.edu), Dr...
Oct 02, 2023•34 min
In this episode, Dr. Mackinnon shares her own background in music, the health benefits, and how she found a way to integrate her passions of music and medicine. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Dr. Jennifer Mackinnon (jmackinnon@mcw.edu, Twitter: @doctorjen9) Wellness Dimensions Covered: Physical, Emotional/Mental, Social, Occupational Have an idea for the podcast or would like to be a special guest? Email Kerri at kcorcoran@mcw.edu....
Jul 05, 2023•16 min
In this episode, Mel shares her mastery of the PIVOT! Tune in for her story of how she arrived at her role as an MCW faculty member, through a number of changes in her life course. We discuss the difficulty and the more beautiful side of having to pivot in life. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Dr. Melanie Gartz (mgartz@mcw.edu) Wellness Dimensions Covered: Mental/Emotional, Intellectual, Occupational, Social, Financial Have an idea for the podcast or would like to be a very special guest? Emai...
Apr 06, 2023•27 min
In this episode, Ruturaj and Himanshu discuss the use of humor in Medicine, the benefits of it and how to ensure you are using it appropriately. We also share our favorite jokes! Enjoy and be well! Special Guests: Ruturaj Vala, M2 (rvala@mcw.edu) and Dr. Himanshu Agrawal (hagrawal@mcw.edu) Wellness Dimensions Covered: Mental/Emotional, Social, Occupational Have an idea for the podcast or would like to be a very special guest? Email Kerri at kcorcoran@mcw.edu!...
Mar 16, 2023•28 min
In this episode, Dr. Kenneth Jacobsohn shares his own experience switching to a whole foods plant-based lifestyle, the benefits to human and environmental health, and how to make the transition yourself. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Dr. Kenneth Jacobsohn (kjacobsohn@mcw.edu) Wellness Dimensions Covered: Physical, Environmental Have an idea for the podcast? Email Kerri at kcorcoran@mcw.edu!
Mar 06, 2023•24 min
In this episode, Kishan shares his experience with the SOAP process as well as having to make a pivot in his journey; how he dealt with that, what he learned, and where he stands today. Enjoy and be well! For those not familiar, SOAP is the process by which eligible unmatched, or partially unmatched applicants may apply to programs with unfilled residency positions and receive offers through the National Resident Matching Program® (NRMP®). "SOAP day" takes place on the Monday of match week. If a...
Feb 28, 2023•16 min
This episode includes sound bites from a recently recorded webinar with Director of Student Financial Services, Kristin Mootz, where she shared the basics of budgeting and what to do when you have a bit extra or fall a bit short. Enjoy and be well! Wellness Dimensions Covered: Financial Additional Resources: AAMC Budget Worksheet for Students Kristin Mootz: kmootz@mcw.edu Have an idea for the podcast or would like to be a very special guest? Email Kerri at kcorcoran@mcw.edu !...
Nov 03, 2022•12 min
In this episode, Meg shares the motivation behind the creation of SPO, the elements of the program and what impacts she has seen on the Central Wisconsin - MCW campus. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Meg Lieb (M4 at CW-MCW, mlieb@mcw.edu) Wellness Dimensions Covered: Mental/Emotional, Environmental, Social Additional Resources: Sara Kohlbeck (Skohlbeck@mcw.edu) Have an idea for the podcast or would like to be a very special guest? Email Kerri at kcorcoran@mcw.edu!...
Oct 26, 2022•24 min
In this episode, Dr. Su, from the Office of Career Services, returns to share tips for residency interviewing and I share ways to manage that inevitable anxiety associated with this point of your Med Ed journey. We discuss how to approach virtual and in-person interviews. Enjoy and be well! Wellness Dimensions Covered: Emotional/Mental, Occupational, Intellectual, Social Special Guest: Dr. Nai-Fen Su (naifensu@mcw.edu) Additional Resources: WC Online -for scheduling with Career Services! Anna Mi...
Oct 04, 2022•26 min
In this episode, we observe Suicide Prevention Week 2022 with Dr. Moser, by debunking some common myths related to suicide. Enjoy and be well! Note: This episode does focus on the topic of suicide. We acknowledge that this content may be difficult, and we encourage you to care for your safety and well-being. With questions related to your mental health and wellness benefits, please reach out to Kerri at kcorcoran@mcw.edu or refer to the MCW Office of Student Health and Wellness website. In the c...
Sep 02, 2022•29 min
In the Failure Share Series, our special guests share a past setback or failure, how they overcame it, and what they have learned about themselves and the world around them through that experience. In this episode of the series, Dr. Pfister shares her experience of failing a physiology course; how she felt, what/who was helpful in navigating that experience, and how she has come to understand failure today. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Dr. Sandra Pfister (spfister@mcw.edu) Wellness Dimensio...
Jul 25, 2022•26 min
In this episode, Taylor and Bryce (co-presidents of the MCW Weightlifting and Fitness Interest Group) share their own fitness journeys and how they have found consistency during this busy phase of life. They share tips and resources to support listeners in finding their own consistency with movement. Enjoy and be well! Special Guests: Taylor Schleusner (tschleusner@mcw.edu) and Bryce Hrudka (bhrudka@mcw.edu) Wellness Dimensions Covered: Physical Resources Mentioned in Episode: Apps: Strong Fitne...
Jul 18, 2022•33 min
In this episode, M3 student, British Fields joins me again; this time to share about her decision to take her Step 1 examination during her M3 year. We discuss her decision making process and support she received. British offers her thoughts to those who are considering or have already decided to push back Step 1. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: British Fields bfields@mcw.edu Twitter: @britishfields_ Wellness Dimensions Covered: Emotional/Mental, Physical, Social Have an idea for the podcast o...
Jul 11, 2022•17 min
In this special episode, our beloved team from the Office of Academic Support and Enrichment share with us how they take care of their own wellbeing, what it means to be wildly impressed, and how they support students. Enjoy and be well! Special Guests: Cheryl Crawford (chcrawford@mcw.edu), Molly Falk-Steinmetz (msteinmetz@mcw.edu) and Nalee Vang (navang@mcw.edu) Schedule with Molly, Nalee or Cheryl on WC Online! Wellness Dimensions Covered: Intellectual, Occupational, Physical, Mental/Emotional...
Jul 05, 2022•18 min
In the "This One Goes Out to the..." series, our special guests are MCW students speaking on their experiences in the previous academic year, in hopes it will serve as a bit of guidance for those students about to enter that year. On this episode of the series, we get to chat with British Fields, who just completed her M3 year. Hear her wins, struggles, and how she took care of herself during this first year of clinical rotation. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: British Fields (bfields@mcw.edu)...
Jun 28, 2022•24 min
In the "This One Goes Out to the..." series, our special guests are MCW students speaking on their experiences in the previous academic year, in hopes it will serve as a bit of guidance for those students about to enter that year. In this episode of the series we chat with Scott Lamm, a recent graduate of MCW SOM, about to begin his residency journey at UNC Chapel Hill. Hear his wins, struggles, and how he took care of himself during this past academic year. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Sco...
Jun 20, 2022•22 min
In the "This One Goes Out to the..." series, our special guests are MCW students speaking on their experiences in the previous academic year, in hopes it will serve as a bit of guidance for those students about to enter that year. On this episode of the series, we get to hear from Katherine Scantling, who just completed her M1 year. Hear her wins, struggles, and how she took care of herself during this past, busy academic year. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Katherine Scantling (kscantling@mc...
Jun 20, 2022•24 min
In the "This One Goes Out to the..." series, our special guests are MCW students speaking on their experiences within their school/program, in hopes it will serve as a bit of guidance for other students. On this episode of the series we are joined by Briana Meyer, a doctoral student within the department of biophysics. Hear her wins, struggles, and how she has taken care of herself during her academic journey. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Briana Meyer (bmeyer@mcw.edu) Wellness Dimensions Co...
Jun 13, 2022•26 min
In the "This One Goes Out to the..." series, our special guests are MCW students speaking on their experiences in the previous academic year, in hopes it will serve as a bit of guidance for those students about to enter that year. Our first episode of the series introduces Katherine Bush, a pharmacy student finishing up her PY1 year. Hear her wins, struggles, and how she took care of herself during this hectic academic year. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Katherine (Katie) Bush (kbush@mcw.edu...
Jun 09, 2022•22 min
In this episode, Jenny returns to share a step-by-step on meal prepping for delicious quinoa chicken bowls. She talks the benefits to meal prepping, hacks to simplify the process, and ways to make this recipe your own. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Jenny Backus, M1 Student at Central WI campus (jbackus@mcw.edu) RECIPE: Ingredients 1 pint container cherry tomatoes, 12 cups mixed greens, spinach or kale, 3 limes, 4 chicken breast, 1 bag tricolor or red quinoa, 1 bag Sartori Reserve Tuscan Blen...
May 05, 2022•34 min
In this episode, Sheri gives an overview of the Ride Guide: Rethink Your Commute program. We discuss the March cycling challenge (Ride Anywhere Week) and how our daily commute can have such an impact on our overall wellbeing. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Sheri Schmit (Vice President of Transportation and Parking Services, Milwaukee Regional Medical Center) sschmit@mrmcffl.org Wellness Dimensions Covered: Environmental, Physical, Social Interested in joining Sheri and Kerri for the FREE spin...
Mar 11, 2022•14 min
In the Failure Share Series, our special guests share a past setback or failure, how they overcame it, and what they have learned about themselves and the world around them through that experience. In this fourth installment of the series, Dr. Siker shares about her decision to take a leave of absence during her M2 year and how this time away from Med Ed ended up benefiting her, personally and professionally. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Dr. Malika Siker (msiker@mcw.edu) Social- Twitter: @D...
Feb 25, 2022•15 min
The "Wellness Toolbox Series" includes a variety of guided meditation, visualizations, and mindful breathing exercises. Enjoy and be well! Wellness Dimensions Covered: Mental/Emotional Health Ideas for the podcast? Email Kerri at kcorcoran@mcw.edu!
Feb 03, 2022•7 min
In this episode, we share strategies for coping with the uncertainty leading up to Match Day, information about the SOAP process, and resources and support available if Match Day does not turn out as you had hoped. Best of luck to all of our M4s! Enjoy and be well! Special Guests: Dr. Nai-Fen Su (naifensu@mcw.edu) and Dr. Himanshu Agrawal (hagrawal@mcw.edu) Wellness Dimensions Covered: Mental/Emotional, Social, Intellectual, Occupational, Spiritual Additional Resources: Want to share ideas and t...
Jan 28, 2022•21 min
The "Wellness Toolbox Series" includes a variety of guided meditation and mindful breathing exercises. Enjoy and be well! Wellness Dimensions Covered: Mental/Emotional, Spiritual Have an idea for the podcast? Email Kerri at kcorcoran@mcw.edu!
Jan 21, 2022•6 min
In the Failure Share Series, our special guests share a past setback or failure, how they overcame it, and what they have learned about themselves and the world around them through that experience. In this third installment of the series, Himanshu shares not one, but two failures! He shares a failure related to the fun side of life, his talent of singing, as well as a failure related to his education and professional development. Enjoy and be well! Special Guest: Dr. Himanshu Agrawal (hagrawal@m...
Jan 11, 2022•21 min
