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Every other week The Layman’s Doctor invites you in to hear the candid conversations from Dr. Samantha Johnson covering the practice of medicine, the healthcare system and public health in Jamaica, with each episode feeling like you have a seat at the table. Informed guests and topics that matter to you, Dr. Johnson covers it all here on The Layman's Doctor Podcast.
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In this episode, recorded in May 2023, Dr. Samantha C. Johnson chats with Naomi Garrick, popularly know as The PR Chick, about how healthcare workers can create valuable personal brands. Naomi is the CEO of Garrick Communications, a Personal Branding Coach and Trainer and published author. This industry expert shares her CVC method of personal brand building, focusing on clarity, value and communication. Listeners will hear insightful advice on being the guardian of your brand, leveraging your brand and even translating that into company/ workplace culture for those with private practices to increase revenue generation. Find out more or work with Naomitel: +1-876-809-4215email: info@iamnaomigarrick.comBuild Your Brand ClubWebsite || IG || LinkedInContact The Layman’s Doctor: IG || Twitter || Websitesamantha@thelaymansdoctor.com
Dr. Samantha C. Johnson, for The Layman's Doctor, speaks with Dr. Shakquille Notice about SonWealth.Co, a company created to help healthcare providers create profitable brands. They talk about Brand YOU and how to move from brand to profit. Links Mentioned:Limitless PodcastPodcast With Dr. Rochelle KnightRochelle's BlogBusiness Model You by Tim ClarkePodcast With Dr. DaleyContact Dr. NoticeIGSonWealth.Co Contact The Layman’s Doctor: samantha@thelaymansdoctor.comwww.instagram.com/thelaymansdrwww.twitter.com/thelaymansdrwww.thelaymansdoctor.com
Dr. Samantha C. Johnson, for The Layman's Doctor, speaks with Chevaugn Whyte about the realities of climate change, how it affects us and what we as individuals, communities and countries can do to slow it.Mia Mottley Article referenced by SamanthaMore about Singapore green spacesSaving waterGet in touch with Chev!LinkedINIGTwitterContact The Layman’s Doctor: samantha@thelaymansdoctor.comwww.instagram.com/thelaymansdrwww.twitter.com/thelaymansdrwww.thelaymansdoctor.com
Dr. Yannick Weekes walks us through his journey to becoming a Consultant Sports Medicine Physician after studying at the University of the West Indies! Covered are the admission criteria, what juggling Internship and SHO was like with the master's programme and other snippets about the Sports Medicine Programme. Catch up with Yannick:instagram linkedINContact The Layman’s Doctor: thelaymansdoctor@gmail.comwww.instagram.com/thelaymansdrwww.twitter.com/thelaymansdrwww.thelaymansdoctor.com
This week Dr. Samantha Johnson speaks with blogger and author Dr. Rochelle Knight about balancing medicine and passion for writing, traveling and creating. Both find commonalities and share the benefits of being creatives in medicine. In this series "The Medical Doctor's Journey: Non- Traditional Pathways", The Layman's Doctor speaks with medical doctors about their careers and journey's so that more and more Caribbean doctors are aware of the different pathways they can take and the options that are out there for medical doctors. Catch up with Rochelle! Adventures from ElleShop Adventures from ElleJamaican Word Search Puzzle BookSight See JA Margin2Centre links Conquer InternshipHow To Say No As A Junior DoctorAdministration: The Bottleneck of the Healthcare SystemMargin2Centre WebsiteMargin2Centre TwitterMargin2Centre Instagram Contact The Layman’s Doctor: thelaymansdoctor@gmail.comwww.instagram.com/thelaymansdrwww.twitter.com/thelaymansdrwww.thelaymansdoctor.com
In this episode Dr. Samantha Johnson, for The Layman's Doctor, speaks with Dr. Rakiya Cameron about her experience with doing PLAB 1 and 2 and all the costs and logistics associated with it. Links:Previous PLAB PodcastPLAB Facebook Group: 1, 2Mo Sobhy live coursesAspire Academy UKMLA (Dr. Shaz)Telegram GroupPlabable PLAB KeysMedRevisionsPass MedicineConnect with Dr. Cameron:rakiyacameron@icloud.comKeep up with The Layman's DoctorWebsiteIGTwitter | Twitter Community hello@thelaymansdoctor.comDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!
In this episode Dr. Samantha Johnson speaks with Customer Service Expert Yanique Grant on customer service in medicine. How customer service impacts both clients and healthcare workers and how stakeholders within the healthcare system, including leaders and administrators, can impact improved customer service for both tiers of clients- employees and patients. Catch up with Yanique here and buy her book!www.yaniquegrant.comInstagram | Twitter | Facebook | PodcastThe ABC’s of a Fantastic Customer Experience HandbookKeep up with The Layman's DoctorWebsiteIGTwitter | Twitter Community hello@thelaymansdoctor.comDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!
In this episode Dr. Samantha Johnson speaks with Dr. Anna-Kay Taylor Christmas, OBGYN Consultant with a subspecialty in gynae oncology who works at the Victoria Jubilee Hospital and The Winchester Business Centre, about how to create a winning application profile. She speaks about the importance of making a positive impression, being involved and gives tips on how to ace your interviews. She also speaks about fellowships, and steps to getting involved in one. Connect with Dr. Taylor ChristmasTwitterKeep up with The Layman's DoctorWebsiteIGTwitterhello@thelaymansdoctor.comDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!
Dr. Samantha Johnson, for The Layman's Doctor, speaks with Drs. Matthew Preston and Thaon Simms about the benefits of investing for healthcare workers and encourage them to move towards financial freedom through investing. NB. This is not to be taken as financial advice, please go to a licensed advisor- we suggest Danhai HallLinks:Every MickleGRWRKalilah ReynoldsStocks on The RocksLearn Grown Invest Danhai Hall (paid Investment advice) Earnings SeasonFollow our guests!Dr. Simms & TwitterDr. Preston & TwitterKeep up with The Layman's DoctorWebsiteIGTwitterhello@thelaymansdoctor.comDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!
Medical Residency In Jamaica Series episode 2Residency Application Process (UHWI)In this episode, Dr. Samantha Johnson, for The Layman's Doctor, talks with Dr. Scizar Samuels a new resident in Neurosurgery at the University Hospital of the West Indies, about the application process as someone who worked at UHWI previously. He shares his own experience and how he prepared along with tips on how to choose references, ace your interview and have a successful application process. Podcast with Dr. Mullings Contact Dr. Scizar SamuelsTwitterIGKeep up with The Layman's DoctorWebsiteIGTwitterhello@thelaymansdoctor.comDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!
Dr. Samantha C. Johnson from The Layman's Doctor speaks with the Executive Director of Jamaica Youth Advocacy Network (JYAN) about their advocacy around nutrition in schools. That is, getting a finalised policy for schools on food nutrition and wellness. Along with that, they are in support of front of package warning labels which would alert consumers to high levels of various items, in foods such as fats and salts. Check out the poll results here! Why you should care about nutrition ? Click here!Sign JYAN's petition calling MOEY to finalise the School Nutrition and Wellness Policy!https://t.co/D5yctqyxWgJYAN on twitterJYAN on IGJYAN Website jyan@youthadovocateja.orgKeep up with The Layman's DoctorWebsiteIGTwitterhello@thelaymansdoctor.comDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!
Medical Residency In Jamaica Series episode 1ENT: Being Purposeful And Present This week Dr. Samantha Johnson from The Layman's Doctor speaks with Dr. Warren Mullings, ENT surgeon who specialises in Endoscopic Sinus and Skull Base Surgeon, about ENT residency in Jamaica. He gives a unique perspective aimed at helping interested persons create a winning a profile. He gives the perspective of the residency programme both as a past student and now as a consultant who teaches and examines residents. This episode has great gems, not only for persons interested in ENT, but also anyone interested in applying for a residency in Jamaica. Peak by Anders Ericsson and Robert PoolContact Dr. Warren MullingsTwitterIGFacebookWebsiteKeep up with The Layman's DoctorWebsiteIGTwitterhello@thelaymansdoctor.comDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!
This week The Layman's Doctor talks with Dr. Daryl Daley a Jamaican Obstetrician- Gynaecologist who specialises in Cosmetic Gynaecology. They talk about his journey to becoming a Consultant OBGYN and all the failures along the way. Dr. Daley uses his failures as motivation and hopes that by sharing is story others will be motivated to go for what they want and not be discouraged.Also, with discipline, a good support group, focus and drive will take you far. Shoutouts (on IG)Dr. Mario GuthrieDr. Calnett WilliamsDr. Pierre WilliamsDr. Richard Reynolds Kalilah ReynoldsDr. Anna-Kay Taylor-ChristmasDr. Daley on IGKeep up with The Layman's DoctorWebsiteIGTwitterhello@thelaymansdoctor.comDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!
In this episode Samantha from The Layman's Doctor speaks with Dr. Dasima Martin about how we can make small changes to eat better. How we can having a great Christmas and still eat well. We talk about changing our mindset and relationships with food. Enjoying food and eating balanced meals without having to restrict your diet if you don't want to. We talk about eating well as a lifestyle versus dieting.Keep up with Dr. Martin IGLinksMy Personal TikTok Kelly KatharinKeep up with The Layman's DoctorWebsiteIGTwitterhello@thelaymansdoctor.comDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!
In this episode The Layman's Doctor speak to Lanvell Blake and Jhanille Brooks about resources that exist for mental health issues, why health care workers, in particular, play a unique role in mental health advocacy, treatment and removing stigma, as well as, their role in affecting clients' mental health. Equality Ja's recent study on the state of Mental Health Services in JA. Links: Twitter thread of Equality JA findings on the state of Mental Health services in JamaicaMental Health Screening ToolsPHQ-9GAD-7Support ResourcesJaMHAN Support GroupThink Mental HealthTwitter Thread on resources Keep In Touch: Jhanille BrooksJamaica Mental Health Advocacy NetworkJamhan2012@gmail.comTwitter: @jamhan_jaIG: jamhan_jaFacebook: @jamentalhealthLanvell BlakeTwitter @_lanvellsafespaceja@gmail.comSafe Space JA TwitterSafe Space JA IGSafe Space JA Facebook@EqualityJa Twitter Keep up with The Layman's Doctorwww.thelaymansdoctor.comwww.instagram.com/thelaymansdrwww.twitter.com/thelaymansdrthelaymansdoctor@gmail.comDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!
In this episode The Layman's Doctor and Dr. Kym Johnson have a conversation on COVID 19. Talking about long covid, vaccination and you. Long covid has sparked a lot of conversation recently after almost 2 years in the pandemic. They discuss symptoms, treatment and the importance of prevention.Long Covid MedCram VIdeoPhysiotherapy PodcastReach out to Dr. KymDrknjohnson@gmail.comTwitterKeep up with The Layman's Doctorwww.thelaymansdoctor.comwww.instagram.com/thelaymansdrwww.twitter.com/thelaymansdrthelaymansdoctor@gmail.comDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!
In this episode The Layman's Doctor speaks with Dr. Andre Coleman, a Palliative Medicine Fellow in Canada about residency in Canada. They talk about the journey to becoming a medical resident in Canada and how to create an attractive profile and ace your interviews.Links:An Overview of Doing A Medical Residency Programme In Canada As An International Medical Graduate Canadian Medical CouncilCanadian ElectivesUsing the STAR acronym in interviewsThe CASPer testThe NAC and MCCQE Part 1 ExamsUWI Medical Alumni Association, Canadian Chapter on FacebookReach out to Dr. Andre Colemancoleman.andre@outlook.com LinkedINKeep up with The Layman's Doctorwww.thelaymansdoctor.comwww.instagram.com/thelaymansdrwww.twitter.com/thelaymansdrthelaymansdoctor@gmail.comDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!
This week The Layman's Doctor speaks with two physiotherapists, Kareece Brown and Jeffrey Miller, who treat patients during the covid pandemic both publicly and privately. This episode covers the experience of physiotherapists during the pandemic, and how treatment has changed for patients while upholding the same quality of care. Speaking candidly about the about the challenges, how they've adapted and the importance of physiotherapy in the management of Covid 19 and long Covid.Physiotherapy with Jeffrey Miller Podcast Keep up with KareecePower & Precision PhysiotherapyIG & Facebook 876-398-6309Keep up with Jeffrey technophysiorehab@gmail.comIG & TwitterKeep up with The Layman's DoctorWebsite InstagramTwitterthelaymansdoctor@gmail.comDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!
In this episode 'The Layman's Doctor' talks with Dr. Alicia Polack a paediatric resident in Canada who studied at the University of The West Indies in Jamaica. She gives an overview of how you can go from doctor in Jamaica to doctor in Canada. LinksCaRMSToronto NotesMedical Council of Canada Practice TestsEdmonton ManualMacleods Clinical ExaminationUWI Medical Alumni Association- Canadian ChapterHealth Force OntarioReach out to Dr. Polackalicia.polack@sickkids.caKeep up with The Layman's Doctorwww.thelaymansdoctor.comwww.instagram.com/thelaymansdrwww.twitter.com/thelaymansdrthelaymansdoctor@gmail.comDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!
In this episode Dr. Samantha C. Johnson from The Layman's Doctor speaks with Dr. Sulaiman Tijani in another instalment of 'The Medical Doctor's Journey: Non- Traditional Pathways' about his journey to becoming a fellow in pulmonary and critical care medicine. Dr. Tijani decided to do USMLE after practicing cardiothoracic surgery at National Chest Hospital for several years. After several attempts at matching, he finally matched into Internal Medicine the same year he got accepted into the cardiothoracic surgery at the University of the West Indies and had a decision to made. He ultimately decided to pursue Internal Medicine in the US and doesn't regret it. He gives both tips and lessons on how to optimise your possibility of matching on your first go and valuable advice if you're not successful on the first try. Links Mentioned: Step by step USMLE Guide USMLE Interview TacticsCatch up with Dr. Tijani InstagramKeep up with The Layman's Doctorwww.thelaymansdoctor.comwww.instagram.com/thelaymansdrwww.twitter.com/thelaymansdrthelaymansdoctor@gmail.comDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!
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