blog PodcastMay 30, 2024

They Tricked Me Into Medicine: Meet Dr. Darnell Gordon

Dr. Darnell Gordon, an emergency medicine doctor, shares his experiences and insights in this conversation. He recounts a memorable case of a young patient with a brain mass who rapidly deteriorated, highlighting the unpredictable nature of emergency medicine. Dr. Gordon discusses his journey to becoming a doctor, which began with a mission trip that sparked his passion for serving underserved communities. He also addresses the lack of resources for aspiring black doctors and the importance of early exposure and mentorship. The conversation touches on various topics, including rap music, academic pressures, and NBA predictions. Darnell Gordon discusses his upbringing and the importance of education in his Caribbean household. He shares how his parents instilled discipline and the value of education in him. Darnell also talks about his college decision-making process, the challenges he faced in college, and his journey to medical school. He explains why he chose emergency medicine as his specialty and emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself and following one’s own path.

CHAPTERS

00:00 The Unpredictability of Emergency Medicine
04:15 From Mission Trip to Medical Career
09:44 Addressing the Lack of Resources for Aspiring Black Doctors
15:33 The Impact of Societal Pressures on Academic Performance
21:23 Engaging Younger Audiences with Pop Culture
23:08 The Value of Education and Discipline
25:21 Education as a Foundation
27:07 Challenges and Growth in College
32:19 Journey to Medical School
37:24 Choosing Emergency Medicine
48:10 Staying True to Oneself

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Check out Dr. Dale’s episode on NBC’s The Today Show

https://www.today.com/video/black-men-in-white-coats-founder-aims-to-shape-next-generation-of-doctors-62785093586

BOOKS BY DR. DALE:

Diverse Medicine: https://www.amazon.com/Diverse-Medicine-Building-Stronger-Healthier/dp/B0CY5QTPK8

How to Raise a Doctor https://www.amazon.com/How-Raise-Doctor-Wisdom-Parents-ebook/dp/B07F62JMCP

A Doctor’s Guide to Self-Publishing https://book.authorandexpert.com/

Black Men in White Coats: 100 Rules for Success https://www.amazon.com/Black-Men-White-Coats-Success/dp/1674109253