Summary In this conversation, clinical psychologist Priya shares her journey from South Africa to Australia, discussing her cultural identity, experiences growing up as an immigrant, and her path into psychology. She reflects on the challenges she faced in her career, the importance of collaboration in her practice, and her passion for reading and traveling. Priya also emphasizes the significance of work-life balance and self-care, offering insights into her personal and professional ...

Keywords radiology, women in medicine, cultural identity, AI in healthcare, work-life balance, film production, dance, personal growth, mentorship, health and fitness Summary In this episode, Dr. Pradnya Dugal shares her inspiring journey as a radiologist, entrepreneur, and filmmaker. She discusses her cultural background, the challenges she faced growing up as a minority in Australia, and her experiences in the medical field, particularly as a female leader. Dr. Dugal emphasizes the impo...

Keywords Dr. Srishti Dutta, General Practice, Australia, GP Training, Cultural Assimilation, Podcasting, Health, Personal Growth, Education, Women in Medicine Summary In this conversation, Dr. Srishti Dutta shares her journey from India to Australia, discussing her motivations for moving, the challenges she faced in adapting to a new healthcare system, and her current roles in general practice and GP training. She reflects on her experiences with cultural assimilation, the importance of m...

Keywords Dr. Shanti Raman, community pediatrics, cultural identity, gender bias, Australia, healthcare, dance, public health, migrant experience, child health Summary In this conversation, Dr. Shanti Raman shares her journey as a pediatrician and her experiences as a migrant in Australia. She discusses her early reluctance to move, her commitment to community health, and the challenges she faced as a woman of color in the medical field. Dr. Raman emphasizes the importance of addressing so...

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Podcast, Dr Vanisri Anand sits down with the incredible Dr Talat Uppal—a trailblazing obstetrician and gynaecologist, educator, and social entrepreneur. From her multicultural upbringing across Pakistan, Nigeria, and Australia to her tireless advocacy for women's health, Dr Uppal shares her deeply personal and professional journey of building an impactful career while staying true to her values. Key Topics Discussed: Talat’s multicult...

Keywords women's health, general practice, migration, empowerment, Melbourne, Mahila Women's Clinic, healthcare, integration, community support, collaboration Summary In this conversation, Dr. Vidya Prabhu shares her journey from India to Australia, her experiences as a general practitioner, and her passion for women's health. She discusses the challenges she faced while integrating into the Australian healthcare system and the inspiration behind founding Mahila Women's Clinic, which aims...

Keywords Dr. Sumana Gopinath, migrant doctor, neurology, genetics, volunteering, music, work-life balance, personal growth, women's health Summary In this episode, Dr. Vani Anand speaks with Dr. Sumana Gopinath, a consultant neurologist and active member of WIN, about her journey from India to Australia, her experiences as a migrant doctor, and her passion for neurology and genetics. They discuss the challenges faced by migrant professionals, the importance of finding balance in life, and...

Summary In this conversation, Dr. Jacinta Vu shares her journey as an oral medicine specialist and the founder of Healing Smiles, a charity providing dental care to women survivors of domestic violence. She discusses her migration to Australia, the challenges she faced in adapting to a new culture, and the importance of listening in her practice. Jacinta also reflects on her experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, the establishment of her private practice, and the impact of her work on the...

Keywords Dr. Sharmila Kumar, Women in Health, South Asian women, medical education, challenges, passion projects, menopause, empowerment, Pickleball, dance Summary In this episode of My Story, My Passion, Dr. Vani Anand speaks with Dr. Sharmila Kumar, a general practitioner and medical educator in Sydney. They discuss Sharmila's journey from Malaysia to Australia, her experiences as a South Asian woman in the medical field, and her passion projects, including promoting Pickleball and her ...

Keywords self-limiting beliefs, empowerment, women in health, mental health, family violence, motivation, health network, origin stories Summary The conversation explores the themes of overcoming self-limiting beliefs, the importance of empowering future generations in health, and concludes with reflections on the stories shared by the guests. Takeaways Self-limiting beliefs can hinder personal and professional growth. Opportunities should be embraced, regardless of their nature. The W...