"That's what I love about the field of medicine: it's both an art and a science." //
"If you're not sleeping well, you're not performing well." //
"For me, focused ultrasound is a tool that can help us temporarily access those cells, and do it in a way that's gentle and controlled and targeted to the regions where we know those cells may be hiding behind the cloak of the blood-brain barrier. And so, if we can temporarily open that barrier and get therapeutics to go in, and get those cells before they become recurrent tumor: to me, that's the Holy Grail." //
Dr. Graeme Woodworth is a dedicated and visionary neurosurgeon leading brain tumor treatment and research at the University of Maryland. He leads a diverse team to improve brain tumor treatment and outcomes. Through innovative research and advanced technologies, he aims to revolutionize our understanding and care for brain tumors. Additionally, he takes pride in being the father of Luke Woodworth, Class of 2023, who appeared as a guest on Episode #121 . //
On Episode #126 of the Path to Follow Podcast, Jake and Graeme discuss the beauty of tennis, 'String Theory' by David Foster Wallace, 'Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World' by David Epstein, creativity in medicine, Graeme's experience with sailing, neurosurgery, Graeme's daily routine, meditation, building and leading teams, cultivating trust and resiliency, common conflicts that arise in the medical world, focused ultrasound and other advanced medical technologies, and Graeme's book recommendation: 'Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business' by Gino Wickman (2007). //
Episodes are available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. Thank you to our producer, Mr. Cesare Ciccanti. //
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