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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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• 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.

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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.

In this episode of The Academy Podcast, Dr. Mark Guadagnoli sits down with Dr. Daniel Schacter, professor of psychology at Harvard University and author of The Seven Sins of Memory, a 2001 New York Times Notable Book of the Year.

Dr. Schacter shares insights from his research on human memory and discusses the many factors that effect the accuracy our memories. He also shares how we can utilize what we know about memory to set ourselves up for success in both an academic setting and in our every day lives.