Interview Series
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Psychiatrist Discusses Coping During the COVID-19 Pandemic
July 28, 2020 In this interview, student Thea Yoon has a conversation with her grandfather, psychiatrist Dr. Yoon Youngshup, whose many years of clinical practice give him a unique understanding of the challenges of staying mentally fit during a global pandemic. |
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General Surgery Resident Describes Working on a COVID-19 Floor
Aug 19, 2020 In this interview, Dr. Joshua Kest, a third year general surgery resident and Academy for Allied Health Sciences graduate, shares his insight on the COVID-19 pandemic. He recounts the quick call to action for residents in March (1:46), then speaks about his experience working on a floor for COVID-19 patients. He also shares his observations about the general climate of healthcare and how it may be changing (10:04). Finally, Dr. Kest speaks about what inspired him to be a surgeon, why he chose his field, and leaves students with some helpful advice for their future (21:14). See all this and more as UCVTS United invites Dr. Joshua Kest to be our next speaker for “Mind Behind the Mask.” |
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What it's like to Have COVID-19
Sep 10, 2020 In this interview, Thea Yoon talks to Charlie Schafer, a stay-at-home dad, about his experience with COVID-19. Schafer details how the pandemic affected his work and personal life, and how his family dealt with having COVID-19. |
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Pediatrician Speaks About Life During the Pandemic as a Mother
Sep 20, 2020 Dr. Shachi Shah, a general pediatrician who works in upstate New York, recounts her experience as a doctor working on the front lines and a mother to newborn twins! This interview is one for families as Dr. Shah dispenses a lot of advice on how to prepare for the pandemic while handling a work-life balance. She describes some safety procedures her family has enacted (1:30), how she and her family relax to de-stress(7:00), and lessons to take in while with family during these times (17:50). All of these experiences only have fueled her motivation to keep going, so we hope you will be pushed to do so as well! Stay tuned for a touching interview with Dr. Shachi Shah, and please visit our platforms from Mind Behind the Mask to learn more! |
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General Resources
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UCVTS Students Keeping Busy
What new things are UCVTS students doing during this time at home?
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Revisiting a HobbyJessica L, AAHS '23, has been keeping busy by catching up on the piano and even self-studying for an AP course! She has also maintained a dedication to service by working with the Red Cross on various appreciation events.
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