The White Coat Network Podcast

Join us as we welcome our very first St. Matthew’s University School of Medicine (SMUSOM) alum, Genevieve Allen, MD, who shares her journey from Ireland to becoming a Family Medicine physician in Comox, British Columbia, on Vancouver Island.Dr. Allen reflects on her path through medical school, her career in family medicine, and co-owning Beaufort MD and White Wave Medical Aesthetics with her husband, Dr. Daniel Lewis, also a SMUSOM alum, whom she met while studying medicine there.She also discusses her work in aesthetic medicine, explaining what Botox is, how treatments work and what patients can expect. Throughout the conversation, Dr. Allen shares insights into skin health, patient care and the balance of practicing both family and aesthetic medicine.

In this episode, we speak with Suraj Tandon, MD, FRCPC, DABIM, Internal Medicine and Palliative Medicine Specialist at University Health Network, Toronto General Hospital, Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto Temerty School of Medicine and CEO of MedEx Consult.An alumnus of the Medical University of the Americas (Class of 2013), Dr. Tandon shares his journey from medical school to leadership roles in clinical care, education and healthcare consulting. He reflects on the importance of expanding access to medical education and discusses how leadership and strategic thinking can drive meaningful improvements across healthcare systems.This episode offers thoughtful insight into leadership beyond the clinic and explores how purpose, perspective and innovation can create lasting impact in healthcare.

In this episode of The White Coat Network Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Cyndi McLeod, CEO of GUS North America, as she shares her inspiring journey to executive leadership and offers valuable insights on the future of global higher education. Drawing on her extensive experience driving innovation and growth in international education, this episode delivers inspiration and practical wisdom for leaders and changemakers committed to shaping the future of education.

In this episode on The White Coat Network Podcast, we’re joined by Linda Wangui, MD, a Family Medicine Physician at Riverside South Medical Centre in Ontario and a proud graduate of Medical University of the Americas (MUA).In this episode, Dr. Wangui shares her journey from growing up in Kenya to finding her path in medicine. She reflects on her time at MUA, the moment she knew she was meant to become a doctor, and what life looks like now as a practicing physician. Dr. Wangui also offers thoughtful advice for anyone just beginning their own journey into medicine.Tune in for an honest, heartfelt conversation about purpose, perseverance and the power of following your calling.

In this episode, we sit down with Payam Sadro, MD, a 2012 graduate of Medical University of the Americas (MUA) and a Family Physician and Partner at Square One Medical Centre in Mississauga, Ontario.Dr. Sadro shares why he chose Medical University of the Americas (MUA) for medical school and reflects on his journey into family medicine. We also dive into his unique role as a certified ringside physician with the Association of Ringside Physicians, where he works with Boxing Ontario and the Ontario Athletic Commission in combat-sports medicine.Tune in for an inspiring conversation about medical education, Canadian healthcare and how following your passions can shape a dynamic and fulfilling career.

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Vijitha Mahalingam, MD, a proud Medical University of the Americas (MUA) alum and current 5th year psychiatry resident at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario. A 2019 graduate, Dr. Mahalingam highlights her personal journey as she reflects on her time at MUA, her clinical rotations in the United States and what led her to pursue a career in psychiatry. She also opens up about the emotional experiences that come with working in this deeply human medical field.*Please note this episode contains discussions of sensitive topics.