In this heartfelt episode of "Scrubs and Beyond," we are honored to feature Dr. Elizabeth Okemwa, a brilliant general surgeon from Kenya. Dr. Elizabeth opens up about her upbringing and how the NGO her parents founded, Harvest of Hope Self Help Community Group, ignited her passion for medicine. She shares deeply personal experiences of witnessing her family struggle with HIV and AIDS during its peak, shaping her resolve to make a difference in the medical field. Dr. Elizabeth also recounts the emotional journey of performing surgery twice on her father after he was diagnosed with colon cancer, revealing the immense pressure and love involved. Beyond her clinical achievements, she speaks about her roles as a surgical educator, mentor, and medical career coach, dedicated to guiding the next generation of healthcare professionals. Join us for this moving conversation as Dr. Elizabeth reflects on her life's work, the power of hope, and her mission to impact lives through medicine. Show Notes: Introduction to Dr. Elizabeth Okemwa and her background Discussion on her parents' NGO, Harvest of Hope, and its influence Early challenges: witnessing the impact of HIV and AIDS on her family Personal story: performing surgery on her father twice Dr. Elizabeth's roles as a surgical educator, mentor, and career coach Insights on medical career development and coaching Reflections on her journey and passion for medicine Tune in to be inspired by Dr. Elizabeth's incredible story and dedication to the field of medicine.

The growing importance of podcasts in healthcare can no longer be ignored.The popularity of podcasts is growing, thanks to the fact that they appeal to everyone, from teenagers learning about health to professionals learning new techniques.Getting into healthcare podcasting early can be a superpower for your medical brand.In this live session, you will learn:✅ How to create a top-ranked podcast.✅ How to attract high-profile guests in your industry.✅ How to monetize your podcast effectively while dishing out premium value to your patients.Listen now!

Forget fancy ads and celebrity endorsements! In healthcare, the real brand builders are the patients themselves. This video flips the script, exploring how positive patient experiences and genuine connections create lasting trust in medical professionals. Join us as we delve into the power of word-of-mouth recommendations and the impact patients have on a doctor's reputation.

“Who’s going to take my dad’s place?” A dad-shaped hole in a child’s life is a chasm of uncertainty. A Father’s Day without a father can evoke feelings of abandonment, loss, and anger. It also can motivate a man to give his children what he never had: a father who is active and present. If you did not have a present father growing up, how has this affected your approach to life? Bitter or better? Victim or victor? Even men who seem on top of the world can have an underlying “daddy gap” that festers and rears its ugly head from time to time. Healing begins with forgiveness and turning the circumstance over to God for good. Finding other good men to invest in you is helpful. A mentor goes a long way in providing what was missed. In Season 1 Episode 2 of Beyond The Stethoscope, Dr. Unathi Makiwane is our guest and has functional solutions to share about healing from the father wound. Dr. Unati Makiwane is a Family Physician with over 15 years of experience and a Certified Transformation Life Coach focusing on Men's Health and Boy Children's Mental Health. She completed her medical training at the former University of Transkei, now called Walter Sisulu University in South Africa. She is currently pursuing her MBA in Business and Corporate Communications. She immigrated from South Africa to Canada in 2010. She is the Founder and the Medical Director of United Medical Clinic and Dr. M Health Corner in Calgary, Canada. Outside her clinical practice, she is a public speaker, involved in the community, doing empowering mental health projects with Immigrant Services Calgary, Schools, and other private Organizations. She's the President and a Co-Host of "Black Mental Health Matters". She is quite active on LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook & IG. Dr. Unati is the first Black Female Physician in Canada to host a Men's Health Talk Show which runs once a week where she interacts with a global community of Men seeking to lead healthy lives mentally, physically & spiritually. She recently launched Dr. M Health Corner Talk Show streaming live to LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube. She brings Health Care Thought Leaders to discourse on their various expertise.

The world has many popular brands but only a select few have the magnetic power of irresistibility. Irresistible brands have a power that goes beyond being recognizable and popular. When faced with a choice in their category, consumers are magnetically drawn to them, unable and unwilling to see any alternative. The power these brands exert today makes their success appear almost magical, but the fact is that they have very specific characteristics that make them irresistible brands. They have been deliberately designed and carefully managed over time to exert such a powerful pull. Joining us in our debut episode is Elle Elle Pierson, a former nurse and now a leading expert in Healthcare Brand Experience. Elle helps Healthcare Brands develop a strong understanding of what they want to be known for and share their greatness with their patients, stakeholders, and the community at large. Elle is a Houston Texas resident and shares timeless nuggets with our South African healthcare community. Join in and learn more about her and what she has to say.