In this episode of Building Bridges, a podcast by the Butler University Doctor of Medical Science Bridge Program, co-hosts Dr. Adrian Banning and Dr. Cody Sasek welcome their guest, Dr. Andre Dos Santos. Dr. Dos Santos shares his remarkable story of immigrating from Brazil, his diverse career as an MMA fighter and Hollywood stunt performer, and his journey to becoming a PA educator at the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science. The conversation highlights his dedication to addressing social justice through education, his extensive commitment to his students, and the impactful difference his work is making in underserved communities.

00:00 Introduction to Building Bridges Podcast

00:52 Meet Dr. Andre Dos Santos

01:59 Dr. Dos Santos' Journey and Inspirations

03:33 Challenges and Motivations

09:54 From MMA Fighter to PA Educator

15:01 Supporting Students in PA Education

20:09 The Importance of Individualized Attention

21:28 Journey to Becoming a Clinical Coordinator

23:48 Challenges and Rewards of the Role

27:48 Advice for Aspiring Educators

31:47 Impact of Mentorship and Education

35:08 Final Reflections and Gratitude

In our first full episode, you'll have the opportunity to meet the Building Bridges podcast team.

• Adrian Banning, DHSc, PA-C
• Breann Garbas, DHSc, PA-C
• Cody Sasek, PhD, PA-C

We'll take a casual and lighthearted look at the journeys that led each of the cohosts to Butler and to the seat in front of the microphone.

Welcome to the Building Bridges Podcast. In this episode, Cody Sasek, program director of Butler University's Doctor of Medical Science Bridge Program introduces listeners to the podcast and what to expect -- from interesting conversations to learning from thought leaders, the podcast is intended to inform, entertain, and engage the audience in thinking about what's next...and what's possible.