The guest for today is Dr. Bryant Lin. He is a primary care physician, researcher, educator, and humanist at heart. He is currently a clinical professor at Stanford Medicine, a medical device engineer, and an advocate for combining medicine and art. Diagnosed with non-smoker lung cancer in 2024, Dr. Lin now dedicates much of his time to teaching about his journey from physician to patient.

His research and educational interests span (1) Developing and testing novel medical technologies, (2) Improving the health of Asian populations with Precision and Population Health, and (3) Increasing expression and interconnections in the Health Community with the Humanities and Arts. After receiving his undergraduate and master's degrees in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from MIT, he completed his MD and internal Medicine training at Tufts University School of Medicine and Tufts Medical Center.

At Stanford, Dr. Lin co-founded the Center for Asian Health Research and Education (CARE), directs the Medical Humanities and Arts program, and leads innovative courses like "Storytelling in Medicine" and "Generative AI and Medicine." His work bridges medicine, technology, and storytelling to address unmet human-centered needs and improve healthcare for all.

This episode is hosted by Ivan Lam, Founding Editor-in-Chief of Ethos. Special thanks to Ben Szeto for his assistance in facilitating this conversation.

Video Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

00:49 Diagnosis

11:31 Life

21:40 Career

30:50 Favorite Pizza Topping & More

On behalf of Ethos, we want to sincerely thank Dr. Bryant Lin for his openness, wisdom, and for being a profound inspiration to everyone who hears his story. His perspectives are both enlightening and thought-provoking, and it’s been a privilege to share this meaningful dialogue.

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The guest for this episode is Dr Aron D. Rose. He is a musical composer, board-certified ophthalmologist, and former Associate Clinical Professor at the Yale University School of Medicine and the School of Nursing. He has taught and practiced clinical medicine throughout the world, in places including the United States, Europe, Central Asia, India, the Far East, and Africa.

Dr Rose was the youngest invited faculty member of the prestigious international flying eye hospital Project Orbis in 1989. He then served as Director of Residency Training at the Yale Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, where he designed and implemented the surgical training curriculum. He has also served as section editor for Techniques in Ophthalmology, published widely in the peer review literature, consulted for emerging surgical technology, and served as primary investigator for numerous clinical research projects.

The host for this episode is Ivan Lam.

Video Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

01:13 Orbis

3:53 Humanitarian Missions

11:03 Brain Drain

16:03 ‘How has seeing the world changed how you see your home?

17:22 White House Commission

22:46 As an ophthalmologist, is being blind your biggest fear?

25:15 Soviet Union

35:27 Music and composition

39:00 Reflections

Relevant links:

Dr Aron D. Rose’s profile: https://theeyecaregroup.com/our-doctors/aron-d-rose-md/

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The guest for this episode is Professor Rosie Tse Tse Young, an Emeritus Professor and Honorary Clinical Professor for the Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine at the University of Hong Kong (HKU). She was the first female dean of HKUMed, as well as Pro-Vice-Chancellor and Senior Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the university. She is a prominent figure in the development of Hong Kong's healthcare system and clinical research scene, publishing over 100 papers throughout her career, especially on hypoglycaemic attacks in hepatic carcinoma patients and periodic paralysis in patients with thyrotoxicosis. She has chaired numerous pivotal bodies, including the Medical Council of Hong Kong, the Working Party on Primary Health Care, and the Education Commission. Her contributions have been recognised with honours including Justice of the Peace, OBE, CBE, GBS, and GBM.

In this episode, she reflects on her upbringing in a scholarly family, her leadership at HKUMed, and her role in shaping Hong Kong’s healthcare system. She provides insights on medicine, life lessons, and invaluable advice for future healthcare professionals.

The host for this episode is Victoria Chu, an Editor at Ethos.

This interview also draws on the book "Rosie Young: A Lifetime of Selfless Service" by Moira M. W. Chan-Yeung, published by Hong Kong University Press (2024). Special thanks to the author and publisher for their remarkable work.

CHAPTERS

(00:00) - Introduction

(01:01) - Biography

(02:26) - Upbringing and family history

(07:02) - Experience as Medical Dean

(12:48) - Past research focuses

(17:14) - Awards and accolades

(20:49) - Motivations and mantras in life

(24:19) - Reflections on teaching

(26:06) - Nature vs Nurture debate

(27:58) - Advice for future medical professionals

(29:16) - Past, present, and future of healthcare

(33:28) - Personal life

(35:33) - Closing remarks

Introduction animation by Veda Lee (@sakuraopalart)

Introduction sound composition by Brian Ma

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