The Academy Podcast

Founding a Medical School - The Academy Podcast with Dr. Barbara Atkinson

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Barbara Atkinson, founding Dean of the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV, about her career and the development of the medical school. Dr. Atkinson discusses what she is most proud of, including building a medical school focused on community, diversity, and service, and educating students who want to make a difference. She talks about her early interest in science, her experience as a woman in academic medicine, and the process of starting a medical school from the ground up. The conversation also covers public health, bioethics, changes in medical education, and how new technologies like AI may affect the future of medicine.

Finding Your Values and Building Culture - The Academy Podcast with Tristan Walker

In this episode we chat with Entrepreneur and visionary Tristan Walker. He is the founder of Walker & Company and one of TIME’s 100 Next Leaders. Dr. Mark Guadagnoli and Tristan have a fantastic conversation about values, legacy, and stability. Tristan opens up about his remarkable journey from growing up in Queens to Wall Street, Stanford, and Silicon Valley. He shares lessons he’s learned about faith, resilience, and creating freedom in a world that often delays it. Together, they explore how personal values can shape a business, a community, and a life of purpose.

Public Relations in Medicine - The Academy Podcast with Amy Weiss

In this episode Dr. Mark Guadagnoli connects with Amy Weiss, Founder/CEO, Weiss Public Affairs. Amy shares stories from her time steps away from the Oval Office, advising high-profile cultural icons, and elevating safety in professional sports. We explore how she’s stayed grounded through it all, the importance of authenticity in leadership, and the thread of purpose that drives her.

Medicine, Finance, and Leadership - The Academy Podcast with Joann Strobbe

In this episode Dr. Mark Guadagnoli chats with Joann Strobbe, Executive Associate Dean for Administration at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine. They discuss physician finances, the impact of AI on healthcare, and efforts to improve the quality of care in Southern Nevada. Gain valuable insights into the future of healthcare and how innovation is shaping the region.

Pioneering Healthcare in Nevada: Dr. Joe Thornton's Inspiring Journey

This week, Dr. Mark Guadagnoli sits down with the trailblazing Dr. Joe Thornton, an associate professor at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV and the first full-time colon and rectal surgeon in Nevada. 🏥✨ Discover Dr. Thornton’s inspiring journey to becoming a pioneering physician, the hurdles he faced along the way, and his invaluable advice for aspiring surgeons. Plus, dive into a conversation about the crucial roles of mentorship and leadership in the medical field. 🔔 Don’t miss out! Subscribe to The Academy Podcast for more insightful episodes, and let us know your thoughts by dropping a comment or leaving a review. Your feedback fuels our passion to bring you more amazing content! 🤝 CONNECT WITH US Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/academy.unlvmed/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-academy-unlv-med/about/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6M83OHVIq7ud0mZDpKe9gc?si=5a4abb176c894a06 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-academy-podcast/id1658856867 Website - https://www.unlv.edu/medicine/faculty-affairs/the-academy