Best Chris Shulgan Podcasts (2025)

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Snakebites and Travellers: Myths, Facts, and First Aid 1:12:03

18 days ago1:12:03

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The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 5 million snakebites occur each year, with between 81,000 and 138,000 deaths. A fear of snakes is common. It doesn’t help that snakes have long been cast as villains: In Raiders of the Lost Ark, a deadly cobra lurks in an ancient Egyptian temple. In Greek mythology, Medusa's snake mane is her ultim…

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The Traveller’s Shield: Every Vaccine Is a Travel Vaccine 51:57

10 weeks ago51:57

51:57

For the first episode of Travel Unravelled season 2, our team of experts—Dr. Anne McCarthy, Dr. Albie de Frey, Dr. Sarah McGuinness and Dr. Aisha Khatib—encourage us to reframe the way we think about vaccines and travel health. Getting vaccinated before travel shouldn’t be just for “exotic” trips or the wealthy—it’s essential for everyone. In our c…

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Best Diets for 2025 13:46

15 weeks ago13:46

13:46

In this episode, Leslie Beck, Medcan’s Clinical Director of Food and Nutrition, discusses the US News & World Report’s Best Diets rankings. This year marks the 15th year in a row that the US News & World Report has published these diet rankings, which were released in early January. Sixty-nine leading health experts evaluated 38 diets in 21 differe…

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Inspiration from the Invictus Games 21:34

18 weeks ago21:34

21:34

Medcan CEO and Chair Shaun Francis speaks with Tony Moreau, a retired warrant officer, and Dr. Kristina Moreau, a retired captain and family physician with a special interest in sports medicine. This father-daughter duo shares their transformative experiences as competitors in the Invictus and Warrior Games, shedding light on the power of adaptive …

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From Resilience to Recovery: Lessons From the Invictus Games and other Sporting Competitions 17:04

19 weeks ago17:04

17:04

Medcan’s Director of Clinical Innovation, Allison Hazell, is joined by Dr. Julia Alleyne, a Medcan family physician with a focused practice in sport and exercise medicine. Drawing from her extensive medical experience with numerous international sporting events including the Olympics and the Invictus Games, Dr. Alleyne shares insights, stories, and…

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Navigating Challenges in Employee Health: Strategies for Success 20:32

20 weeks ago20:32

20:32

Is your workplace ready to thrive in the changing healthcare landscape? In this episode, Tara Warren, Medcan’s Director of Growth, and Dr. Peter Nord, Medcan’s Chief Medical Officer, discuss specific strategies employers can take to shift from reactive to proactive health support. Listen to the episode and learn about key topics in employee health,…

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Pioneers in Travel Medicine: The History of IAMAT 41:17

21 weeks ago41:17

41:17

Today, IAMAT, the International Association for Medical Assistance to Travellers, is a great resource, providing up-to-date information and guidance for globetrotters. But pre-internet, how did healthcare providers warn neighbouring countries about infectious disease? How did travellers properly educate themselves on the necessary precautions befor…

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Exercises for Better Sleep 9:32

21 weeks ago9:32

9:32

Can the way you exercise help you sleep better? In Eat Move Think episode 214, Medcan Fitness Manager Simon Lim explores the powerful connection between movement and restful sleep. Learn how when you exercise and the intensity influences your sleep patterns, and discover practical stretches and mobility routines to reduce tension and promote a bett…

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The Surprising Health Benefits of Travel 21:28

27 weeks ago21:28

21:28

Is travel one of the keys to a healthier, happier life? Most people know travel can be enjoyable, but did you know it has numerous health benefits? In Eat Move Think episode 213, Dr. Aisha Khatib, Medcan’s Clinical Director of Travel Medicine joins host Allison Hazell, Director of Clinical Innovation, to reveal the surprising and evidence-based hea…

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Are You a Weekend Warrior? The Pros and Cons of Weekend-Only Exercise 9:42

28 weeks ago9:42

9:42

Are you a weekend warrior? Whether it’s playing recreational sports, cycling, or going for a long run, many of us are only able to fit their exercise into weekends. But is this enough to meet your health and fitness goals? In this episode of Eat Move Think, Dr. Andrew Miners shares insights on why being a weekend warrior can be as beneficial as spr…

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How Your Genes Affect Your Medications: The Science of Pharmacogenomics 7:15

29 weeks ago7:15

7:15

Can you know what medicine will work for you—before you take it? The field of pharmacogenomics seeks to understand just that. Pharmacogenomics explores how our genes can influence our response to medications, and how genetic testing can help doctors optimize medical treatment for certain health conditions. Tune in to episode 211 of our Eat Move Thi…

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What to Do if You Have Prediabetes 17:46

30 weeks ago17:46

17:46

Medcan’s team of registered dietitians are here to help. Learn more at medcan.com/nutrition. About 30% of Canadians are living with diabetes or prediabetes—and many don’t even know it. The good news? With the right approach, it’s possible to prevent prediabetes from progressing to type 2 diabetes—or even reverse it. In Ep. 210 of Eat Move Think, ho…

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Can You Predict Your Future Health? 10:04

31 weeks ago10:04

10:04

Imagine if you could know years in advance that you’re at risk for a certain illness. What if you had access to the tools and information to take action now to prevent it? In episode 209 of Eat Move Think, Dr. Peter Nord, Medcan’s Chief Medical Officer, explores this topic. Tune in to hear Dr. Nord explain: The role of genetics in predicting future…

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Dengue, Chikungunya and Risks for Travellers: What's the Buzz 52:24

31 weeks ago52:24

52:24

Arboviruses are a category of viral disease spread by mosquitoes, sandflies or ticks. They include dengue and chikungunya, both of which are surging globally — appearing not just in tropical areas, but also in places like Europe and North America. This is a serious concern for everyone, including travellers visiting at-risk areas and the communitie…

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How to Prepare for Ski Season 10:03

32 weeks ago10:03

10:03

Looking forward to skiing or snowboarding this winter? Make sure your body is ready so you can enjoy the season without injury. In this episode, Dr. Andrew Miners, Medcan Clinical and Operations Director of Sports Medicine, Therapy, Rehabilitation and Fitness shares expert tips to get your body ski-ready. Tune in to hear Dr. Miners explain: The typ…

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The Genetics of Living Longer: Exploring ApoE and Longevity 14:45

33 weeks ago14:45

14:45

Medcan’s Director of Clinical Innovation, Allison Hazell, speaks with Jessica Gu, Medcan’s Clinical Director of Genetics, about the ApoE gene and its connection to longevity, cardiovascular disease, and Alzheimer’s disease. They explore how ApoE variants, including E2, E3, and E4, impact your health, and discuss how genetic testing, including whole…

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Is It Burnout or Is It Something Else? 45:12

34 weeks ago45:12

45:12

Dr. Jennifer Zelovitzky, Medcan’s Clinical Director of Women’s Health and Vitality explores an important question in this episode: Is it burnout, or could something else be affecting your health? The symptoms of several health concerns can often be mistaken for burnout, which can lead to misdiagnosis or missed treatment opportunities. Dr. Zelovitzk…

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The ITIT App: Illness Tracking in Travellers 8:59

36 weeks ago8:59

8:59

In a mini episode meant to complement our previous “travellers as sentinels for disease” show, ISTM podcast director Dr. Aisha Khatib interviews Prof. Patricia Schlagenhauf, the GeoSentinel Site Director in Zürich, the director of EuroTravNet as well as the Head of the World Health Organization’s Collaborating Centre for Travellers' Health. As a pr…

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The Tale of Two Travellers—How Travellers Can Be Sentinels for Disease 42:14

41 weeks ago42:14

42:14

Recent history has taught us that travellers can spread diseases without knowing it—but what if these travellers can help to prevent outbreaks before they spread? In fact, public health authorities and the ISTM have formed networks, such as the CDC-affiliated GeoSentinel and the UK’s National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC), that use inf…

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Human toxoplasmosis from swimming with the Amazon’s pink dolphins? 18:38

43 weeks ago18:38

18:38

ISTM podcast director Dr. Aisha Khatib and digital communications lead Dr. Sarah McGuinness discuss a strange medical case drawn from the pages of the Journal of Travel Medicine. Approximately two billion people around the world are afflicted with toxoplasmosis, a parasitic disease that typically results from exposure to cat feces. Most of those in…

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Debunking Social Media Skincare Myths 18:33

44 weeks ago18:33

18:33

Does sunscreen cause cancer? That’s just one of the many skincare myths circulating this summer on social media. As a dermatologist at Refine by Medcan, Dr. Jennifer Tran gets a lot of questions about what’s trending on the various platforms. So in this episode, Dr. Tran provides her take on what’s based in scientific evidence — and what is complet…

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Cottage Sports: Tips to Reduce Injury for Everything from Pickleball to Paddleboarding 30:25

46 weeks ago30:25

30:25

Cottage season is here. For many of us, that means trading the congested city for a cabin in the woods — and outdoor activities like paddleboarding, pickleball, wakeboarding, kayaking, golf or tennis. And whether you’re an expert or just getting started, preventing injury can be crucial to a successful summer vacation. That’s where functional movem…

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Journey to Wellness: The Health Benefits of Travel 41:39

48 weeks ago41:39

41:39

What are the benefits of travel? Can a trip to a distant destination really improve your health? And how is it possible to engage in responsible travel? In this episode sponsored by IAMAT, the International Association for Medical Assistance to Travellers, we delve into the myriad benefits of travelling. For example, few people know that those who …

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What It's Like to Live With Prostate Cancer 40:47

51 weeks ago40:47

40:47

It’s estimated that this year, on average, 76 Canadian men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer every day. In Canada, prostate cancer makes up 22% of all cancer diagnoses in men. However unlike many cancers, prostate cancer is a condition that you can live and even thrive with. Here, Dr. Peter Nord and Dr. Rajiv Singal hear from two Medcan client…

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Leading Through Menopause: Strategies for Success 44:42

1 year ago44:42

44:42

Menopause costs the Canadian economy $3.5 billion a year. Many women suffer through their symptoms in silence in the workplace, with fears of being criticized, isolated or even terminated. At Medcan, we’re working hard to fight against the stigma surrounding menopause. Here, we feature our recent webinar, Leading Through Menopause: Strategies for S…

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Rage on the Road: Rabies, Risk and Travellers 55:16

1 year ago55:16

55:16

Thought to be the inspiration behind legends like the vampire and the werewolf, the rabies virus poses a serious risk for travellers around the world. In the second episode of Travel Unravelled, hosts Dr. Anne McCarthy and Dr. Albie de Frey sink their teeth into all things rabies with podcast director Dr. Aisha Khatib. Discover the insidious nature…

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Decoding By The Decade: Women's Health in Every Life Stage 45:27

1 year ago45:27

45:27

As women age, physical and hormonal changes lead to new nutritional and wellness needs. So in episode 201 of Eat Move Think, Dr. Jennifer Zelovitzky and Leslie Beck, RD, team up to guide you through women’s health by the decade. Learn what’s happening inside and outside your body during each decade of adulthood from your 30s onward—and how simple l…

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What It's Like to See a Menopause Specialist 40:26

1 year ago40:26

40:26

Within Canada’s 20 million person labour market, 5 million people are working women over the age of 40. According to a recent report from the Menopause Society, an estimated 1 in 10 women will leave the workforce due to unmanaged symptoms of menopause—that’s around 500,000 women who will stop working because of their symptoms this year. As the Clin…

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Malaria for Travellers: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention 52:57

1 year ago52:57

52:57

The most dangerous animal in the world is not the shark or the tiger. It won’t stalk you on safari or attack you as you surf. Tiny but mighty, the mosquito kills more people than any other animal in the world. Why? Because it transmits deadly diseases to humans, such as malaria, dengue fever, and yellow fever. Malaria causes more than 600,000 death…

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Travel Unravelled Trailer 1:06

1 year ago1:06

1:06

Travel Unravelled: an ISTM Podcast explores the latest developments, challenges and innovations in travel health and medicine. Join ISTM President-Elect Dr. Anne McCarthy, Travel Doctor Corporate CEO Dr. Albie De Frey and ISTM podcast director Dr. Aisha Khatib as they chat with experts around the world and give you practical tips for your next adve…

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How to Dial Into Your Performance Potential 38:39

1 year ago38:39

38:39

Whether you’re giving a presentation at work or competing in a swim meet, there’s nothing more frustrating than having all the tools and the practice in the world, and fumbling under pressure. Dr. Dana Sinclair, the author of Dialed In: Do Your Best When it Matters Most, knows this better than anyone. She’s a performance psychologist, and she’s wor…

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Treating IBS with the Low FODMAP Diet 39:22

1 year ago39:22

39:22

Irritable bowel syndrome is one of the world’s most common gastrointestinal disorders, and Canada’s rates are some of the highest. It’s difficult to diagnose, impossible to cure, and can be tough to talk about—but not for today’s guest. Kate Scarlata, RD, is an expert in IBS and the low FODMAP diet. Here, she joins Leslie Beck, Medcan’s Clinical Di…

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How to Extend Your Lifespan 31:51

1 year ago31:51

31:51

A recent report showed that Canada’s national life expectancy dropped for the third year in a row—now sitting at an average of 81.3 years. Why are experts calling this decline a historical change? How does your own life expectancy compare, and how can you make tweaks in your routine to help you increase your lifespan and your healthspan? Here, Dr. …

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Cognition Cures: In Life & In the Lab 31:20

1 year ago31:20

31:20

Studying the brain has never been an easy feat. Researchers haven’t had steady access to growing human brain tissue—until now. The team at Sunnybrook’s Hurvitz Brain Sciences Research Program is making impressive progress with the help of their lab-grown organoids, which mimic living human neurons and allow scientists to more accurately study the w…

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Ruck & Roll: The Complete Guide with Dr. Andrew Miners & Dr. Stuart McGill 31:51

1 year ago31:51

31:51

Rucking, or wearing a weighted “rucksack” while walking or jogging, originated as a practical form of fitness hundreds of years ago. It started as a training technique to prepare soldiers to carry their gear long distances—and lately, civilians are praising its health benefits too. The hashtag #rucking currently has 23 million views on TikTok, and …

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How Human Connection Makes You Healthier 35:41

1 year ago35:41

35:41

Whether you’re an introvert, an extrovert, or somewhere in between—there is robust research showing that your health is directly related to your relationships with the people around you. Here, we break down the benefits of social connection and the health risks of loneliness. Plus, we give you a sneak peek of what Canada’s future Social Connection …

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2023: The Year in Wellness 34:29

1 year ago34:29

34:29

As 2023 comes to a close, Eat Move Think is rounding up the health and wellness trends and updates that left lasting impressions on such Medcan experts as Shaun Francis, Dr. Peter Nord, Leslie Beck and Dr. Andrew Miners. How did their own personal wellness evolve? What innovations will they be watching next year? And what are the biggest takeaways …

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The Latest Guidance on Colon Cancer Screening 27:14

2 years ago27:14

27:14

Rates of colon cancer in Canada aren’t standard across the board. They’re dropping in populations over 50 years old, and rising in younger demographics. Dr. Jeff Axler, Medcan’s director of gastroenterology and endoscopy, has scoped over 40,000 colons throughout his career. Here, he chats with CMO Dr. Peter Nord about why Medcan’s colon cancer scre…

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Healthy Travelling 40:04

2 years ago40:04

40:04

Many Canadians are packing their bags for their annual trip down south to spend the winter months somewhere tropical. Travelling has cognitive and physical benefits, so how can you continue to see the world while staying healthy? How can you get the right care when you’re away? Here, Medcan CMO Dr. Peter Nord is joined by Medcan’s clinical director…

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The Health Benefits of Adventure 39:41

2 years ago39:41

39:41

Our host, Shaun Francis, recently spent time in Helena, Montana on an expedition with other business leaders and Veterans. Shaun is the founder of True Patriot Love, one of Canada’s largest charities that supports Canadian military members and their families and the organization behind the trip. Here, he joins his friends and fellow expeditioners: …

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Flu Fighters: How to Minimize Your Risk of Getting Sick 39:20

2 years ago39:20

39:20

When the temperature drops, we spend more time indoors, in closer proximity to other people, increasing our risk of getting sick. To help you stay healthy and happy during the colder months, we’re bringing you a comprehensive guide to the prevention and treatment of the cold and the flu. Get tips and tricks from all of your favourite hosts to help …

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Your Women's Health Questions, Answered 39:39

2 years ago39:39

39:39

Dr. Jennifer Zelovitzky is the clinical director of the Menopause and Perimenopause at Medcan. Since the program launched this year, she’s been working with women at Medcan to educate them about their health and help treat their unique symptoms and situations. Here, she joins Marisa Ciarlitto to chat about the questions that she gets asked most, ho…

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Clearing Up Adult Acne 28:01

2 years ago28:01

28:01

Adult acne affects 5.6 million Canadians (and 75% of them are women!). September is Acne Awareness Month, so in episode 187 of Eat Move Think, we’ve teamed up with Refine, Medcan’s dermatology clinic, for the ultimate guide to adult acne. Dermatologist Dr. Jennifer Tran breaks down the who, what, where, when and whys of acne, and how you can know w…

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Can Multivitamins Improve Your Memory? 28:24

2 years ago28:24

28:24

It’s an exciting time for the fields of nutrition and neurology. This year, two large studies determined that taking a daily multivitamin could improve memory and cognition in older adults. So can supplements actually improve your brain health? How else can food choices affect cognitive function? Here, our Eat host, Leslie Beck, RD, is joined by To…

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Is Noise Bad for Your Health? 34:55

2 years ago34:55

34:55

Whether you’re working on a deadline or enjoying time with friends, city noise is jarring to the ears and even worse for concentration. A growing body of scientific evidence also suggests that high noise levels can be harmful to your health, increasing risk of hypertension, stroke and heart attacks. Here, environmental studies researcher Dr. Tor Oi…

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Gut Check: Nutrition & Your Digestive Health 32:28

2 years ago32:28

32:28

Gastrointestinal health complaints form a large proportion of the reasons people visit their doctors—even though few people like to talk about what’s going on down there. And Medcan’s registered dietitians often get questions about how to promote digestion. So our Eat host, Leslie Beck, Medcan’s clinical director of food and nutrition, suggested a …

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What to Do If You’re Insulin Resistant 35:57

2 years ago35:57

35:57

Research suggests that “one in three Canadians is living with diabetes or prediabetes.” So if your doctor tells you that you’re insulin resistant, what steps can you take? Here, Dr. Peter Nord is joined by Medcan endocrinologist Dr. Susan George—who was named to the Order of Canada in 2020—to break down how you can eat, move and think your way to i…

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Strength Training for Everyone 39:23

2 years ago39:23

39:23

Perhaps your doctor mentioned it to you: consider adding strength training to your weekly routine. And here’s the thing: Strength training gets even more important as we get older. So in this episode, Dr. Andrew Miners, Medcan’s director of sports medicine and fitness, and McMaster kinesiology professor Dr. Stuart Phillips provide a guide to optima…

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Intermittent Fasting with Dr. Krista Varady (Encore Episode) 38:15

2 years ago38:15

38:15

Intermittent fasting is one of the most popular fitness and nutrition trends out there right now—not only as an effective weight loss technique, but as a way to manage chronic disease risk and lower blood pressure. So what risks come with IF, and what should you know before giving it a try? In this encore presentation, Eat host Leslie Beck joins IF…

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All About Semaglutide, Ozempic, Wegovy & Rybelsus 47:28

2 years ago47:28

47:28

Last year, Medcan director of weight management Dr. David Macklin predicted the diabetes medication semaglutide would be a game changer for those seeking help to lose weight. Now known by trade names like Ozempic, Wegovy and Rybelsus, today semaglutide is advertised on billboards and in TV commercials — and the hashtag has more than 330 million vie…

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