Medicine Talkers

503. ICYMI: What Other Health Professions Are Out There? Part 2

For this week on Medicine Talkers, we have an “in case you missed it” episode from season 2! In this episode we spoke with PharmD Admissions Manager, Jannelle Frey, and Academic Program Manager for the Master of Public Health Program, Mindy Schreiner. Both guests will speak about the application process and program timelines for Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) and Master of Public Health (MPH) students.
 
General Links:
 
Doctor of Pharmacy - Admissions
 
Fall 2024 Admissions Planning Guide: https://info.pharmacy.wisc.edu/stay-informed-with-our-admissions-planning-guide
UW-Madison PharmD Early Assurance Program: https://pharmacy.wisc.edu/academics/pharmd/early-assurance/
Additional resources for Pharmacy interest:
PharmD Prerequisites: https://pharmacy.wisc.edu/academics/pharmd/early-assurance/
Scholarships and Financial Aid: https://pharmacy.wisc.edu/academics/pharmd/tuition-and-aid/
Learn about pharmacy careers, the admissions process, life as a PharmD student, and more on the School of Pharmacy YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UWMadisonPharmacy
Digital PharmD Program Guide: https://info.pharmacy.wisc.edu/learn-what-the-university-of-wisconsin-madison-pharmd-program-has-to-offer-you
 
Admission Requirements | Master of Public Health (MPH) Program
 
Dual Degree Programs | Master of Public Health (MPH) Program
Apply to MPH Program here: apply.mph.wisc.edu 
 
Guest Contact Information:
 
Janielle Frey - PharmD Admissions Manager
jannelle.frey@wisc.edu
608-262-3937  
Mindy Schreiner- Academic Program Manager (MPH)
schreiner3@wisc.edu
608-263-2298
If you want to connect us: 
 
Native American Center for Health Professions  
 
uw_nachp
 
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Health Sciences Learning Center
750 Highland Ave.
Madison, WI  53705
608-262-7218
 nachp@hslc.wisc.edu
 
Piinagigi, Miigwech, Yaw^ko, Kokicaq, Waewaenen!

502. The Future of Healthcare is Indigenous: Native Physicians and The Path Forward

In this episode of Medicine Talkers, we talk with physician Dr. Kristal Hudson (Diné) about the future of indigenizing medicine. Dr. Hudson shares experiences from her medical educational journey, the power of mentorship at key points on her path, and her hopes for the future of how we embrace all facets of ourselves in medical spaces. 
https://med.und.edu/education-training/indians-into-medicine/index.html
https://www.anamstudents.org/ 
If you want to connect with us: 
 
Native American Center for Health Professions  
 
uw_nachp
 
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Health Sciences Learning Center
750 Highland Ave.
Madison, WI  53705
608-262-7218
nachp@hslc.wisc.edu
 
medicinetalkerspodcast@gmail.com 
 
Piinagigi, Miigwech, Yaw^ko, Kokicaq, Waewaenen!

501. Urban Indian Health Experiences: A Conversation with Dr. Divine

In this episode of Medicine Talkers, we talk with NACHP alumna Dr. Ninah Divine, a family medicine physician practicing at the Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center in Milwaukee, WI. Dr. Divine shares her experiences working in urban settings serving Native populations, her educational journey, and her passion and dedication to providing care to her community. 
 
https://nacc-healthcare.org/
 
https://www.hummingbird-ifs.org/ 
 
https://gliihc.net/
 
If you want to connect with us: 
 
Native American Center for Health Professions  
 
uw_nachp
 
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Health Sciences Learning Center
750 Highland Ave.
Madison, WI  53705
608-262-7218
nachp@hslc.wisc.edu
 
Piinagigi, Miigwech, Yaw^ko, Kokicaq, Waewaenen!
 

404. ICYMI: What Other Health Professions Are Out There? Part 1

For this week on Medicine Talkers, we have an “in case you missed it” episode from season 2! In this episode we spoke with MD admissions advisor Becky Duffy and Academic Program Manager/Admissions Director Erin McCarthy Orth. Both guests shared about the application process and program timelines for Doctor of Medicine (MD) and Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) students. Since the original airing of this episode, Ms. Duffy has retired so the advisor contact information for the MD program is updated below. The deadlines for both programs are up to date for the 2025 application season!
Program Tracks for M.D:
 
MD Program
MD-PHD Program
MD-MPH Program
Wisconsin Academy for Rural Medicine Program (WARM) 
Training in Urban Medicine and Public Health Program (TRIUMPH)
 
Program Tracks for PA:
 
Campus Track
Distance Track 
MPH-MPA Dual Degree
wisPACT@UW-Platteville
wisPACT@UW-Stevens Point at Wausau
 
Admissions Advisor Contact Information:
 
MD Admissions Office     750 Highland Ave.Madison, WI 53705
608-263-4925medadmissions@med.wisc.edu 
 
Erin McCarthy Orth - Academic Program Manager/Admissions Director
emmccarthy@wisc.edu
Physician Assistant Program, HSLC 1270
School of Medicine and Public Health
University of Wisconsin – Madison
 Additional Resources:
 
Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) - “The AAMC leads and serves the academic medicine community to improve the health of people everywhere. Founded in 1876 and based in Washington, D.C., the AAMC is a not-for-profit association dedicated to transforming health through medical education, health care, medical research, and community collaborations.”
 
The American Medical College Application Service (AMCAS)  - “is the AAMC's centralized medical school application processing service. Most U.S. medical schools use AMCAS as the primary application method for their first-year entering classes.”
Admissions Timelines:
 
MD:
Oct. 15th: Last date to submit AMCAs application
Nov. 20th: Secondary Application deadline 
 
PA: 
Aug. 1: The deadline to submit an application for the UW-Madison PA Program CASPA opens the last Thursday in April each year. 
If you want to connect with us: 
 
Native American Center for Health Professions  
 
uw_nachp
 
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Health Sciences Learning Center
750 Highland Ave.
Madison, WI  53705
608-262-7218
nachp@hslc.wisc.edu
 
Piinagigi, Miigwech, Yaw^ko, Kokicaq, Waewaenen!

403. Food is Medicine: A Discussion on Food Sovereignty and the Evolution of the Tribal Elder Food Box Program

 
Food is Medicine: A Discussion on Food Sovereignty and the Evolution of the Tribal Elder Food Box Program  
 
On this week of Medicine Talkers, we have a discussion with Dan Cornelius, Amy Meinen, and Gary Besaw, who are all key figures in food pathway systems organizations, as well as experienced in working with Tribal communities and populations in Wisconsin. We will be discussing the tribal elder food box program, the UW Nutrition and Dietitian program, and much more!
Resources:
 
UW Madison Nutritional Sciences, BS Nutrition and Dietetics Program
 
Great Lakes Intertribal Food Coalition 
 
Tribal Elder Food Box Program (videos): 
Wisconsin Tribal Elder Food Box Program
Great Lakes Intertribal Food Coalition Video #2 - Tribal Elder Food Box Program
 
Examples of Tribal Elder Food Box Newsletters (box contents; recipes utilizing traditional foods)
 
GLITC’s Community Conversation Report: 
 
638 FDPIR
 
Wisconsin Department of Health Services’ Medicaid Food Is Medicine: 
 
Guest Contact Information:
 
Amy Meinen
ameinen@wisc.edu
 
Dan Cornelius
daniel.cornelius@wisc.edu
 
Gary Besaw
gbesaw@mitw.org
If you want to connect us: 
 
Native American Center for Health Professions  
 
uw_nachp
 
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Health Sciences Learning Center
750 Highland Ave.
Madison, WI  53705
608-262-7218
 nachp@hslc.wisc.edu
 
Piinagigi, Miigwech, Yaw^ko, Kokicaq, Waewaenen!

402. Alumni Spotlight featuring Dr. Kymberly Klimek; A Graduate of the Doctor of Pharmacy Program at The University of Wisconsin-Madison

In this episode of Medicine Talkers, we talk with NACHP alumna and owner of Innate Healing & Performance, Dr. Kymberly Klimek, member of the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community (Lake Superior Band of Chippewa) of Upper Michigan. Kym graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Pharmacy with her doctorate and was an active participant in NACHP programming. We have a great discussion about her educational pathway, the evolution of her business, Innate Healing & Performance, and her dedication to improving health and wellness in her community. 
Helpful Information:
Dr. Kymberly Klimek, PharmD, B.S.
Owner of Innate Healing & Performance
Certified Hormone Replacement Therapy Specialist (cHRT)
Certified Functional and Lifestyle Clinician-Coach-Healer
Institute of Functional Medicine (AFMCP trained)
Personalized Medicine Certification - Endocrinology
MPH Certificate in American Indian Studies
 
My Bio
Email: kym@innatehp.com
www.innatehealingandperformance.com
Instagram: @dr.kymberly.klimek
Facebook: Innate Healing and Performance
Apple Podcasts: The Integrative Edge
Spotify Podcasts: The Integrative Edge
Book on hormonal health
Hormone Intelligence by Dr. Aviva Romm
https://avivaromm.com/book/ 
 
Functional medicine scholarship
Institute for Functional Medicine 
https://www.ifm.org/about/access/scholarships/functional-medicine-for-all
If you want to connect us: 
 
Native American Center for Health Professions  
 
uw_nachp
 
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health  
Health Sciences Learning Center
750 Highland Ave.
Madison, WI  53705
608-262-7218
nachp@hslc.wisc.edu
 
Piinagigi, Miigwech, Yaw^ko, Kokicaq, Waewaenen!

401. Financing Your Tuition: Wisconsin Tribal Education Promise Program

In this episode of Medicine Talkers, we talk with senior financial aid advisor, Martina Diaz, about the Wisconsin Tribal Education Promise Program. Ms. Diaz shares financial aid information and resources. For a comprehensive list of eligibility requirements, please visit the tribal education promise program website linked below in the show notes.
Helpful Information:
 
Martina Diaz
E-mail: martina.diaz@wisc.edu
Phone: (608) 262-3060
 
University of Wisconsin-Madison Office of Financial Aid 
 
Tribal Education Promise Program Website
 
Tribal Education Promise Program- J.D. & M.D. 
 
Posse Program
 
Cobell Scholarship
If you want to connect us: 
 
Native American Center for Health Professions  
 
uw_nachp
 
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health  
Health Sciences Learning Center
750 Highland Ave.
Madison, WI  53705
608-262-7218
nachp@hslc.wisc.edu
 
Piinagigi, Miigwech, Yaw^ko, Kokicaq, Waewaenen!

Supporting Our Indigenous Students Through the Health Pathway: A Conversation with We Are Healers Program Director Byron Ninham

In this holiday episode of Medicine Talkers we have a discussion with We Are Healers Program Director, Bryon Ninham, about the Healers Community Circle Cohort. Byron shares the mission and vision of We Are Healers as well as thoughts on supporting our students to be successful in the health field. The Healers Community Circle Program by We Are Healers is a unique opportunity to join a supportive, close-knit community of Native students who are passionate about health professions. The 12 month program provides mentorship, funding, and networking and community building with other American Indian and Alaskan Native health professionals and students via quarterly virtual gatherings. The application portal can be found at the link below. Deadline to apply is December 30th.
 https://www.wearehealers.org/hcc
For questions, contact: Geneva Mayall at geneva.mayall@wearehealers.org
Helpful Information:
 
https://www.wearehealers.org/
 
https://www.wearehealers.org/hcc
 
https://www.instagram.com/wearehealers/
https://www.instagram.com/niigaanigwaneb23/ 
 
If you want to connect us: 
 
Native American Center for Health Professions  
 
uw_nachp
 
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health  
Health Sciences Learning Center
750 Highland Ave.
Madison, WI  53705
608-262-7218
nachp@hslc.wisc.edu
 
Piinagigi, Miigwech, Yaw^ko, Kokicaq, Waewaenen!

304. Indigenizing Research: A Conversation with Dr. Lauren W. Yowelunh McLester-Davis, Dr. Kalanisaks Cornelius, and Carrie Trojanczyk

In this week of Medicine Talkers we have a discussion with UW-Madison Faculty: Dr. Lauren Yowelunh McLester-Davis, Dr. Kalanisaks Cornelius, and Carrie Trojanczyk. Our conversation will cover topics such as Alzheimer's and dementia research and other UW research projects and initiatives. In addition, we will also reflect on our guests' personal education experiences and share insight for students who want to pursue research at the University level.
University of Wisconsin Research and Student Information:
 
Gleason Research Lab
Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (ADRC)
Wisconsin Tribal Educational Promise Program
Cognitive Health Projects: 
 
The American Indigenous Cognitive Assessment  (AMICA)
Memory Keepers Report
Closing Reflection Submission Instructions:
 
Please share your answers/responses to the email below for our reflection question: “ what is giving you good medicine lately.” Feel free to type up or send an audio recording for your submission. Please provide your name, tribal affiliation (if applicable), and any other public information you are willing to provide. We will be sharing some of your responses in following episodes! 
 
Submission Email:  medicinetalkerspodcast@gmail.com 
If you want to connect us: 
 
Native American Center for Health Professions  
 
uw_nachp
 
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health  
Health Sciences Learning Center
750 Highland Ave.
Madison, WI  53705
608-262-7218
 nachp@hslc.wisc.edu
 
Piinagigi, Miigwech, Yaw^ko, Kokicaq, Waewaenen!

303. Mental Helpers: A Conversation about Mental Health Resources and Pathways with Serena Cisneros

In this week of Medicine Talkers, we will be having a conversation with Serena Cisneros, a university mental health provider here at UW-Madison’s University Health Service (UHS). In this episode, the conversation will be geared towards pathways towards careers in mental health, current campus mental health resources for students on campus, and innovations towards allowing mental health services to be more accessible. 
McNair Scholars Program 
 
UW-Madison McNair Scholars Program 
University Health Services (UW Madison)
 
University Health Services Website
Crisis Hotline
Lets Talk sessions
Upcoming Mental Health Events on UW-Madison campus 
 
If you're experiencing a mental health crisis, you can call or text 988 or chat online at 988lifeline.org to reach a 24-hour crisis center for free, confidential, and immediate help. You can also call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255) to speak with a trained counselor. If the crisis is life-threatening, call 911 and ask for an officer trained in crisis intervention.
 
Guest Contact Information:
 
Serena Cisneros 
 
Closing Reflection Submission Instructions:
 
Please share your answers/responses to the email below for our reflection question: “what is giving you good medicine lately.” Feel free to type up or send an audio recording for your submission. Please provide your name, tribal affiliation (if applicable), and any other public information you are willing to provide. We will be sharing some of your responses in following episodes! 
 
Submission Email:  medicinetalkerspodcast@gmail.com 
If you want to connect us: 
 
Native American Center for Health Professions  
 
uw_nachp
 
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health  
Health Sciences Learning Center
750 Highland Ave.
Madison, WI  53705
608-262-7218
nachp@hslc.wisc.edu
 
Piinagigi, Miigwech, Yaw^ko, Kokicaq, Waewaenen!