The Academy Podcast

By: Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine
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  • Welcome to The Academy Podcast. Our mission is to improve lives through education, information, and some cool stories. The Academy is a personal and professional development program within the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV that is open to all learners. We are excited to offer you free content through podcasts and short courses. Our hope is that you will be able to implement this diverse curriculum to improve your everyday life. The Academy podcast is hosted by Dr. Mark Guadagnoli. Dr. Guadagnoli is the Senior Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs, Director of Learning and Performance, and professor of neuroscience and neurobiology at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine. Dr. Guadagnoli’s areas of expertise include learning and performance optimization, memory and cognition, information processing and attention, communication, and leadership. His expertise in performance optimization has led him to work with athletes of the USA Olympic Elite Track and Field Coaches, PGA, and LPGA. He is also the author of two books Human Learning: Biology, Brain, and Neuroscience and Practice to Learn, Play to Win, along with over 100 articles and abstracts. Dr. Guadagnoli has been a part of the UNLV community since 1991 and has been a visiting professor at UCLA, Rice University, and Harvard University. Please join Dr. Guadagnoli in conversation with a series of guests who share with us their personal stories and insights on topics ranging from jazz, lessons in fishing, the future of mental health, cancer care, and many more. With gratitude, we look forward to creating a community of learners who are seeking to grow both personally and professionally. Check out our other platforms: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@academy.unlvmed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/academy.unlvmed/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-academy-unlv-med/about/ Transistor FM: https://academypodcast.transistor.fm/
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Episodes
  • Pioneering Healthcare in Nevada: Dr. Joe Thornton's Inspiring Journey

    Pioneering Healthcare in Nevada: Dr. Joe Thornton's Inspiring Journey
    Sep 10 2024

    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
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Pioneering Sports Medicine in the NFL | An Interview with the Raiders' Chief Medical Officer

    Pioneering Sports Medicine in the NFL | An Interview with the Raiders' Chief Medical Officer
    Jun 18 2024

    Join us for the latest episode of The Academy podcast, where host Dr. Mark Guadagnoli sits down with Dr. Navdeep Singh, the Chief Medical Officer for the Las Vegas Raiders at the NFL. They delve into the rapid growth of sports and sports medicine in Las Vegas, explore the latest advancements in sports medicine technology, and share Dr. Singh's journey to working in the National Football League.

    Dr. Singh brings a wealth of experience and expertise, offering his unique perspective on the intersection of sports and medical innovation. Whether you're a sports enthusiast or Raiders' fan, a medical professional, or curious about the behind-the-scenes efforts to keep athletes at peak performance, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

    Tune in to discover:

    • The evolution and impact of sports in Las Vegas
    • Cutting-edge advancements in sports medicine technology
    • Dr. Singh's path to becoming an NFL Chief Medical Officer and his role in the Raiders' organization


    From professional wisdom to personal stories from the front lines of sports medicine in one of the most competitive athletic environments, you won't want to miss this conversation.

    Be sure to subscribe to The Academy for more new episodes coming soon, and leave a comment below or podcast review if you enjoyed this episode!

    🤝 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
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease - The Academy Podcast with Dr. Jeffrey Cummings

    Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease - The Academy Podcast with Dr. Jeffrey Cummings
    Apr 9 2024

    In this episode, our host Dr. Mark Guadagnoli and Dr. Jeffrey Cummings discuss the human cost of Alzheimer’s Disease, the latest breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s treatment research, lifestyle advice for Alzheimer’s prevention, and the future of Alzheimer’s care.

    Dr. Jeffrey Cummings is a Research Professor at UNLV and Director of the Chambers-Grundy Center for Transformative Neuroscience.
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    1 hr and 8 mins

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