Circulation Control with Vascular Surgeon and Interventional Guru Dr. George Oreopoulos
Welcome back to “Ditch the Lab Coat,” the podcast where we explore the fascinating world of health and medicine with a skeptical eye. I’m Dr. Mark Bonta, your host, and today’s episode features an enlightening discussion with the esteemed Dr. George Oreopoulos, a renowned vascular surgeon and interventional radiologist. In this episode, Dr. Oreopoulos provides […]
Neurosurgery from Head To Toe: Session with Spine Surgeon Dr David Cadotte
Welcome back to “Ditch the Lab Coat,” the podcast where we take a deep dive into the world of health and science with a healthy dose of skepticism. I’m your host, Dr. Mark Bonta, and today we have an intriguing episode lined up for you as we welcome the esteemed Dr. David Cadotte, a neurosurgeon […]
Bursting Bladders and Kidney Stones – Urology 101 with the Stonecrusher
Today, we’re diving deep into the world of urology with a focus on bladder ruptures and kidney stones. Our special guest, Dr. Sri Sivalingam, a renowned endourologist from the Cleveland Clinic, will share his expertise on everything from the causes and prevention of kidney stones to advanced surgical techniques for their removal. We’ll explore fascinating real-life cases, […]
Summer School 2024 – Infectious Diseases Edition with Dr Suman Chakrabarti
Today, our host Dr. Mark Bonta sits down with the ever-knowledgeable Dr. Suman Chakrabarti to dive deep into the world of infections and their surprising sources. From the classic culprits, like poorly stored rice at church picnics causing sudden bouts of illness, to more exotic findings like respiratory diseases from parrots and toxoplasmosis risks for […]
The Psychiatrists Chair: Self Care with Dr Sanjeev Sockalingam
In today’s episode, host Dr. Mark Bonta sits down with the esteemed Dr. Sanjeev Sockalingam, a champion of mental health integration and connection with roles at the University of Toronto and CAMH. Together, they delve into the critical importance of destigmatizing mental health, emphasizing equal treatment for mental and physical health impairments. From practical self-care […]
Lessons learned from ditching the labcoat over the first
Welcome to “Ditch the Lab Coat,” the podcast where we dive deep into health issues and medical discussions with leading experts. In today’s reflection episode, Dr. Bonta revisits some of the most insightful conversations from the past 19 episodes, touching on key topics in medical education, mentorship, and the evolving landscape of healthcare.Join us as […]
Panic to Peace : Unraveling the spectrum of anxiety with Dr Nik Grujich
Welcome to “Ditch the Lab Coat,” the podcast where we dive deep into health issues and medical discussions with leading experts. In today’s episode, Dr. Mark Bonta chats with psychiatrist Dr. Nik Grujich, who specializes in mood and anxiety disorders and directs mental health programs at the University of Toronto. Together, they’ll explore the intricacies […]
The Art of Making Team Excel at Trama with Andrew Petrosoniak & Chris Hicks
Welcome to *Ditch the Lab Coat*, the podcast where we dive deep into the intricacies of healthcare design and innovation. I’m your host, Dr. Mark Bonta, and in today’s episode, we’re joined by two remarkable guests, Dr. Chris Hicks and Dr. Andrew Petrosoniak, esteemed emergency physicians and trauma team leaders who are reshaping the landscape […]
Treatments for Patients with Central Sensitivity Syndromes with Dr Ric Arseneau
Welcome to another episode of “Ditch the Lab Coat with Dr. Mark Bonta,” where we critically examine health issues with a scientific lens, always reminding our listeners that this podcast does not replace professional medical services. Today, we delve into Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Ric Arseneau, an expert on chronic conditions like […]
Navigating Post-Viral Syndromes: Dr. Ric Arseneau Discusses Long COVID and More
Welcome to another episode of *Ditch the Lab Coat*! I am your host, Dr. Mark Bonta, and today we’re diving deep into the intricate world of post-viral syndromes with our esteemed guest, Dr. Ric Arseneau. In the first part of this fascinating conversation, we’ll explore the far-reaching impacts of COVID-19, particularly focusing on long COVID […]