Public Health Insight
The Public Health Insight Podcast is a weekly podcast ranked in the top 5% of all podcasts globally. The podcast covers all things public health and global health, from the sustainable development goals to the social determinants of health, as well as interesting dialogues about the diverse career opportunities that exist in the fields. Since its launch in March 2020, the podcast has featured more than 40 high-profile guests and has built an audience in more than 5,000 cities in over 190 countries.
Public Health Insight
Continuing Education in Public Health and Global Health: What You Need to Know About Doing a PhD, DrPH, and an MPH
Working in the fields of public health and global health can be a rewarding experience, with the ultimate vision of achieving equity in health for all people worldwide. The global pandemic has demonstrated the urgent need for competent public health professionals to help address current and future challenges. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Dr. Greg Martin, a medical doctor working as a Specialist in Public Health Medicine based in Ireland, joins us to talk about:
- Important factors to consider when pursuing a PhD or DrPH;
- Relevant non-traditional degrees where you can learn transferable skills;
- The difference between being a generalist and being a subject matter expert
- How an MPH can add value to your public health and global health journey; and
- Special tips to help you stand out in an interview.
Podcast Guests
Podcast Hosts
- Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®
- Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®
- Linda Holdbrook, BSc, MPH
- William Wang, BA, MPH
References for Our Discussion
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Music Credits
The following tracks were used to produce this podcast episode:
- Smith The Mister: Riviera • Mitsubachi • Clocks • Slowly • Oyasumi • Ohayo • Green Tea
- Amine Maxwell: Good Evening • Lovely
- Ghostrifter Official:
