Best Network For Advancing Athletes Podcasts (2025)

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July 17, 2025 - Dr. Shaun Mohan (Project ADAM & AEDs) 32:43

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (July 18, 2025) – Each year in the U.S., more than 350,000 people experience sudden cardiac arrest outside of a hospital. Survival in these moments depends on two critical factors: immediate bystander response and access to life-saving technology. Yet in many communities—especially in rural or under-resourced areas—those tools remain…

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EP 138: Mapping the Heart's Hidden Code: How 3D Chromatin Structure Shapes Cardiac Disease 37:49

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In this insightful episode of Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra explores the emerging field of cardiac epigenetics with Dr Manuel Rosa-Garrido, assistant professor of medicine at the University of Alabama in Birmingham. Their conversation examines how the three-dimensional organization of DNA within the cell nucleus influences heart disease development beyo…

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July 1, 2025 - Matthew Kim (2025 Great Teacher) 33:02

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (July 1, 2025) – The University of Kentucky Alumni Association started the Great Teacher Award program in 1961 to honor excellent teaching at the university. There have been more than 300 teachers honored since that first year. Nominations may only be submitted by current students. To receive the award, a candidate must: Hold the ran…

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June 26, 2025 - Dr. Scottie Day & Dr. Bethany Hodge (Kentucky Children's Hospital) 59:49

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (June 26, 2025) – When we think about children's health, we often picture check-ups, vaccinations, and the day-to-day care families receive from their pediatricians. But in Kentucky, the conversation goes much deeper. From rural access to care, to systemic poverty, to the lingering effects of the opioid epidemic, children across the …

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EP 137: Redefining ACS Care: From Guideline Updates to Clinical Excellence 53:26

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In this essential episode of Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra is joined by Dr Michelle O'Donoghue, cardiologist at Brigham and Women's Hospital and co-author of the recently updated AHA/ACC acute coronary syndrome guidelines. Together, they explore the revolutionary changes reshaping ACS management in 2025.Dr O'Donoghue shares insights from the landmark gu…

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June 19, 2025 - Anastasia Curwood (Juneteenth) [ENCORE] 31:03

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (June 19, 2025) – THIS IS AN ENCORE EPISODE. On January 1st, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln issued the ‘Emancipation Proclamation’, but it wasn’t until June 19th, 1865 that the last remaining enslaved African Americans – men and women in Galveston, Texas – learned they were free. Since that time, June 19th, or “Juneteenth”, has been…

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June 12, 2025 - Lance Broeking (Transportation & Parking Updates) 47:33

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (June 12, 2025) – As the University of Kentucky continues to evolve – whether through expanding student housing, major medical center construction, or increased sustainability initiatives – so too must the systems that help people navigate it all. With summer offering a brief window for more intensive work, University of Kentucky Tra…

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EP 136: The Sacred and the Scientific: Integrating Spirituality in Cardiovascular Care 41:34

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In this profound episode of Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra welcomes Dr Pam Taub, Professor of Medicine and Director of Preventive Cardiology at UC San Diego, for an enlightening conversation about integrating spirituality, purpose, and scientific curiosity in cardiovascular practice.Dr Taub shares her unique philosophical foundation, shaped by exposure t…

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June 4, 2025 - Gosia Chwatko (2025 Great Teacher) 32:03

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (June 4, 2025) – The University of Kentucky Alumni Association started the Great Teacher Award program in 1961 to honor excellent teaching at the university. There have been more than 300 teachers honored since that first year. Nominations may only be submitted by current students. To receive the award, a candidate must: Hold the ran…

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May 29, 2025 - Rob Edwards (Advancing Kentucky Together Network) 41:14

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (May 29, 2025) – Health isn’t just about treating illness – it’s about access. It’s about education. It’s about the quality of life in every community across Kentucky. In October 2024, the University of Kentucky’s Board of Trustees made a bold statement: that UK should become the university that does more than any other in the countr…

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EP 135: Beyond Wearables: How Network Data are Transforming Healthcare 53:22

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In this insightful episode of Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra is joined by Dr Leslie Saxon, a professor of medicine at Keck School of Medicine USC and executive director for the USC Center for Body Computing. Together, they explore the potential network data have in transforming healthcare delivery and patient survival.Beginning with the origin and aim of…

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May 22, 2025 - Mark Birdwhistell (UK & Medicaid) 34:14

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (May 22, 2025) – As federal lawmakers continue to examine the future of Medicaid, universities and health systems across the country are monitoring potential policy shifts that could influence how care is delivered—especially in states like Kentucky, where Medicaid plays a foundational role in supporting healthcare access. At the Uni…

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EP 134: Advancing Interventional Cardiology: Dr Naidu's Presidential Blueprint for SCAI 56:12

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In this inspiring episode of Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra engages with Dr Srihari S. Naidu, current President of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI) and tenured professor at New York Medical College. Their conversation explores Dr Naidu's compelling journey from his formative years and family influences to his strategic …

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May 8, 2025 - Linda Van Eldik (Sanders-Brown Center on Aging) [ENCORE] 53:38

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (May 8, 2025) – THIS IS AN ENCORE PRESENTATION. The University of Kentucky Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center at the Sanders-Brown Center on Aging is celebrating 40 years of research and community impact. The center is world-renowned for its significant contributions to the field through the decades. As the UK-ADRC celebrates this m…

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May 1, 2025 - Sophia Goodin & Sophie Ciaverelli (Spring Graduate Spotlight) 51:56

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (May 1, 2025) – As the University of Kentucky prepares to celebrate its newest alumni during Commencement ceremonies on May 9th and 10th, each student walking across the stage carries a unique story of transformation and impact shaped by their time on campus. Earning a degree in any field demands dedication, perseverance and countles…

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EP 133: South Asian Heart Health: Unveiling Risk Patterns and Prevention Strategies 55:07

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In this compelling episode of Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra explores South Asian cardiovascular health with preventive cardiology experts, Dr Jaideep Patel from Johns Hopkins, and Dr Romit Bhattacharya from Massachusetts General Hospital.The conversation begins with both specialists sharing personal motivations behind their focus on South Asian heart he…

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April 24, 2025 - Molly Reynolds & Anne Marie Bickel (UK's Weekly Retention Meetings) 29:50

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 24, 2025) – University of Kentucky President Eli Capilouto often talks about the university’s overarching mission to advance the state of Kentucky. A key part of that mission is educating more and more students to help expand the workforce across the Commonwealth. Recent enrollment figures reflect this mission with record enro…

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April 17, 2025 - Lance Broeking (UK Transportation Services) [ENCORE] 1:03:48

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 17, 2025) – THIS IS AN ENCORE EPISODE. For those who live and work in urban areas, transportation is often among the top challenges in their daily routines. For Lance Broeking, Director of Transportation Services at the University of Kentucky, addressing these challenges is a constant focus. He leads a department responsible f…

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EP 132: The Heart of the Game: Cardiovascular Risk in Athletes 43:42

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In this illuminating episode of Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra engages with Dr Jonathan Drezner, Director of Sports Cardiology at the University of Washington, who explores the complex world of cardiovascular risk in competitive athletes.Dr Drezner traces the evolution of sports cardiology from watershed moments involving high-profile athletes like Hank …

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April 10, 2025 - JJ Weaver, Nicole Breazeale, & Emily Johnson (Perfect Fit Peer Grief Support) [ENCORE] 52:40

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 10, 2025) – [THIS IS AN ENCORE EPISODE] In the summer of 2020, UK Football player JJ Weaver lost both his father and high school football coach in successive months. Weaver, a graduate who plays outside linebacker, says he channeled his emotions into football until an injury later that fall sidelined him and left him with no o…

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April 3, 2025 - Natalie Tate & Lenzi Dodgen (Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month) 1:15:17

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 3, 2025) – The following episode deals with sensitive subject material involving sexual assault, rape, stalking, and intimate partner violence. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know needs assistance, contact the VIP Center at 859-257-3574 or email [email protected]. April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Pr…

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EP 131: Beyond Weight Loss: GLP-1s as Cardioprotective Game-Changers in 2025 40:45

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In this episode of Parallax, host Dr Ankur Kalra sits down with Dr Ambarish Pandey to explore the transformative role of GLP-1 receptor agonists in cardiovascular medicine. Beyond their well-known effects on weight management, Dr Pandey reveals how these "blockbuster drugs" are fundamentally reshaping cardiovascular disease prevention and treatment…

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March 27, 2025 - Laura Stephenson (Dean of Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment) 39:00

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (March 27, 2025) – In December of 2024, long-time agricultural and extension services leader Laura Stephenson was named vice president for land-grant engagement and dean of the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment (Martin-Gatton CAFE). With a career spanning decades in Cooperative Extension leadership in both Ke…

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March 20, 2025 - DanceBlue turns 20 1:05:42

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (March 20, 2025) – Each year in the spring, hundreds of UK students gather to stand for an entire day to support the patients in the DanceBlue Kentucky Children’s Hospital Hematology/Oncology Clinic. This year, the organization will celebrate its 20th annual marathon. Students work all year to raise funds and share the mission to spr…

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EP 130: Precision Cardiology: Promise, Barriers, and Breakthroughs 47:17

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Join Dr Ankur Kalra on Parallax as he explores the evolving landscape of precision medicine in cardiology with Dr Calum MacCrae, Vice Chair for Scientific Innovation at Brigham and Women’s Heart and Vascular Center.Dr MacCrae reflects on how the promise of matching treatments to individual risk and disease mechanisms has evolved, from its roots in …

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March 13, 2025 - Paolo Visonà (Spartacus' first battlefield) 1:27:58

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (March 13, 2025) – Last summer, University of Kentucky archaeologist Paolo Visonà, Ph.D., an adjunct associate professor in the University of Kentucky’s School of Art and Visual Studies, announced a major archaeological discovery in Calabria, Italy. Visonà and his team discovered Spartacus’ first battlefield in southern Italy and Rom…

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March 5, 2025 - UK & COVID-19, 5 Years On... 1:49:07

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (March 5, 2025) — It’s hard to believe it’s been five years since the COVID-19 pandemic officially arrived in the Commonwealth – but on Friday, March 6, 2020, Gov. Andy Beshear confirmed the state’s first COVID-19-positive patient and declared a state of emergency in Kentucky. And that first case was tested and diagnosed right here a…

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EP 129: The Heart of Healthcare: Rebuilding Physician Resilience 44:53

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This week's edition of Parallax features an illuminating conversation between host, Dr Ankur Kalra, and Dr Clif Knight. From practicing family physician to passionate advocate for systemic change, Dr Knight's remarkable career journey provides a unique lens through which to examine physician well-being in contemporary healthcare environments.Dr Kni…

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February 25, 2025 - Deirdre Scaggs (Lexington's 250th and UK's 160th Anniversaries) 53:39

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (February 26, 2025) – As Lexington commemorates its 250th anniversary and the University of Kentucky marks its 160th, UK Libraries’ Deirdre Scaggs helps listeners explore the intertwined history and evolving relationship between the city and its university. Scaggs is associate dean for research and discovery and director of the Wende…

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February 20, 2025 - Matt Moore & Tarkington Newman (The Psychology of Sports Rivalries) [ENCORE] 49:08

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (February 20, 2025) – THIS IS AN ENCORE EPISODE. Fans, dressed from head to toe in their team’s colors, swarm the stadium chanting fight songs and waving banners. It’s game day, and the stakes feel monumental. Sports rivalries are a cornerstone of athletic culture — sparking packed bleachers, passionate debates and unforgettable mome…

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EP 128: Cinema's Cardiac Crisis: Examining MI Representation in Popular Film 34:15

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In this thought-provoking episode of Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra explores the unexpected intersection of cardiology and popular culture with Dr Kristen Shaw and Dr Kevin Harris from the Minneapolis Heart Institute. Their conversation centers around their recently published systematic analysis, "Portrayal of Acute Myocardial Infarction in Popular Film:…

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February 13, 2025 - Jeff & Marietta Barton-Baxter (10 Dates and 35 Years Later) 1:01:24

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (Feb. 14, 2025) – It seems like foreshadowing that they met while playing the board game Life. Marietta Barton was 19 years old; Jeff Baxter was 21. Despite both growing up in London, Ky., they never crossed paths until they moved to Lexington for college. But within a few weeks of their chance meeting, they were in love—and engaged.…

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February 6, 2025 - Everett McCorvey (Grand Night for Singing) [ENCORE] 1:09:05

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (February 6, 2025) – [THIS IS AN ENCORE EPISODE] For over three decades, Everett McCorvey has been the driving force as director of UK Opera Theatre, which is part of the School of Music at the UK College of Fine Arts. The school has earned a national reputation for excellence in opera, choral and instrumental music performance, as w…

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EP 127: Redefining Cardiology Culture: LGBTQ+ Perspectives in Practice 38:20

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In this eye-opening episode of Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra sits down with Dr Stephen Cook to explore groundbreaking research on LGBTQ+ experiences in cardiology. Drawing from Dr Cook's recently published JACC Advances paper "Experiences of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Cardiology Physicians and Fellows in Training", they unpack crucia…

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January 30, 2025 - Linda Van Eldik (Sanders-Brown Center on Aging) 53:38

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (January 29, 2025) – The University of Kentucky Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center at the Sanders-Brown Center on Aging is celebrating 40 years of research and community impact. The center is world-renowned for its significant contributions to the field through the decades. As the UK-ADRC celebrates this milestone, we reflect on how…

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EP 126: Cardiology at a Crossroads: Building Resilient Practice Models 41:33

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The COVID-19 pandemic forced cardiology practices to rapidly evolve - but which changes are here to stay?Join Dr Ankur Kalra in conversation with Dr Edward Fry, former President of the American College of Cardiology, as they explore how the pandemic catalyzed lasting changes in cardiovascular care delivery. From the rapid adoption of telehealth and…

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January 23, 2025 - Guest Podcast: Talking FACS (UK CAFE) 18:12

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (January 23, 2025) – This week’s episode of Behind the Blue features an episode of the Talking FACS podcast. Hosted by Mindy McCulley of the UK Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Program, Talking FACS is a production of the UK College of Agriculture, Food & Environment. On this special guest episode, Dr. Alex Elswick, Extension S…

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January 16, 2025 - Ja'Mahl McDaniel (MLK Day Celebration) 25:57

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (January 16, 2025) – For over 50 years, the city of Lexington, Kentucky, has honored the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with one of the longest-running celebrations in the country. This year, thousands of community members will come together once again to reflect on Dr. King's vision for racial equality, social justice…

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January 9, 2025 - UK President Eli Capilouto 17:19

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (January 9, 2025) – As the new year begins, the University of Kentucky is welcoming back students for the spring 2025 semester—a time to reflect on the strides made in the past year and to look forward to the opportunities ahead. On this episode of Behind the Blue, UK President Eli Capilouto reflects on 2024, highlighting the achieve…

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December 23, 2024 - Kayla Johnson (2024 Great Teacher Award winner) 31:15

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (December 23, 2024) – The University of Kentucky Alumni Association started the Great Teacher Award program in 1961 to honor excellent teaching at the university. There have been more than 300 teachers honored since that first year. Nominations may only be submitted by current students. To receive the award, a candidate must: Hold th…

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December 17, 2024 - Jayla McCoy & Nathan Reynolds (2024 Commencement Spotlight) 46:48

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (December 12, 2024) – On Friday, December 20th, the University of Kentucky will honor its newest alumni during the December Commencement ceremonies. On this episode of Behind the Blue, we’re spotlighting a few of those graduates, hearing their stories about their time at UK, the memories they’ll carry forward, and how they’re ready t…

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EP 125: Structural Interventions and Emerging Pharmacotherapies: The Year 2024 In Review with Dr Sukh Nijjer 40:43

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In this week's Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra welcomes back Dr Sukhjinder Nijjer for their much-anticipated annual review of advancements in cardiovascular medicine that defined the year 2024.Dr Nijjer, a Consultant Cardiologist in the UK, serves as the President of the Royal Society of Medicine and is an Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at Imperial Col…

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EP 124: Coronary Interventions and Evolving Technologies: The Year 2024 In Review with Dr Sukh Nijjer 1:02:26

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In this week's Parallax, Dr Ankur Kalra welcomes back Dr Sukhjinder Nijjer for their much-anticipated annual review of advancements in cardiovascular medicine that defined the year 2024.Dr Nijjer, a Consultant Cardiologist in the UK, serves as the President of the Royal Society of Medicine and is an Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at Imperial Col…

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December 12, 2024 - Matt Moore & Tarkington Newman (The psychology of sports rivalries) 49:08

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (December 12, 2024) – Fans, dressed from head to toe in their team’s colors, swarm the stadium chanting fight songs and waving banners. It’s game day, and the stakes feel monumental. Sports rivalries are a cornerstone of athletic culture — sparking packed bleachers, passionate debates and unforgettable moments. But what drives the fe…

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Ep 123: Redefining Cardiology Careers: Flexibility, Equity and Advancement with Dr Sharonne Hayes 58:51

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In this compelling episode of Parallax, host Ankur Kalra sits down with Dr Sharonne Hayes, a trailblazing Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine and the vice chair for academic advancement and faculty development at Mayo Clinic. Together, they explore the critical intersections of career flexibility, diversity, and inclusion in modern medicine.Drawin…

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December 5, 2024 - Mark Fillmore (2024 Great Teacher Award Winner) 28:25

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (Dec. 5, 2024) – The University of Kentucky Alumni Association started the Great Teacher Award program in 1961 to honor excellent teaching at the university. There have been more than 300 teachers honored since that first year. Nominations may only be submitted by current students. To receive the award, a candidate must: Hold the ran…

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November 28, 2024 - Lindsey Jasinski and Marc Woods (Eastern State Hospital EmPATH Unit) [ENCORE] 47:11

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (November 28, 2024) – [THIS IS AN ENCORE EPISODE.] On July 30, UK HealthCare opened a new emergency unit dedicated to the treatment of patients experiencing a mental health crisis. The unit, known as EmPATH (Emergency Psychiatric Assessment, Treatment and Healing), is the first EmPATH unit in Kentucky. Pioneered by internationally kn…

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November 21, 2024 - Bradley Elliott (2024 Great Teacher Award Winner) 20:01

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (November 21, 2024) – The University of Kentucky Alumni Association started the Great Teacher Award program in 1961 to honor excellent teaching at the university. There have been more than 300 teachers honored since that first year. Nominations may only be submitted by current students. To receive the award, a candidate must: Hold th…

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EP 122: Beyond the Clinic: Addressing Social Determinants of Cardiovascular Health With Dr Karen Joynt Maddox 45:57

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In this thought-provoking episode of Parallax, Host, Dr Ankur Kalra engages in an illuminating conversation with Dr Karen Joynt Maddox, a distinguished cardiologist and health policy researcher at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. Together, they navigate the complex intersection of cardiovascular medicine, health economics, and…

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November 14, 2024 - Kylie Lessenberry & Silas Moffitt (UK Invests) 28:24

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (November 14, 2024) – In September 2022, the University of Kentucky launched a groundbreaking initiative: UK Invests. Designed to help students become healthier, wealthier, and wiser, UK Invests is a first-of-its-kind financial literacy program aimed at building a foundation of financial wellness for all students — undergraduate, gra…

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