The world’s most important doctor to millions in the war-torn and remote villages of Sudan | Tom Catena, M.D. (#40 rebroadcast)

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The world’s most important doctor to millions in the war-torn and remote villages of Sudan | Tom Catena, M.D. (#40 rebroadcast)

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Chapters

What drew Tom to missionary work in Africa?

How did Tom adapt to the outbreak of civil war in Sudan?

What challenges did Tom face learning surgery in a war-torn region?

Why does Nuba feel like home to Tom?

How has Tom's work been recognized and what new ventures is he involved in?

How does Tom manage chaos while treating hundreds of patients daily?

What has been Tom's most terrifying experience, and how does he cope with trauma?

What medical tools and technologies is Tom lacking that could save lives?

What are the logistical challenges in supporting Tom's hospital?

What are the prevalent diseases among the adult population in Nuba?

How does living without possessions impact one's sense of meaning?

How does the concept of happiness and purpose differ between the US and Nuba?

Can people help beyond donations?

What is the food like in Nuba?

How does Tom cope with his annual bout of malaria?

Who are the patients Tom will never forget?

How can people get involved in supporting Tom's work?

What story does Peter share that defines Tom?

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The world’s most important doctor to millions in the war-torn and remote villages of Sudan | Tom Catena, M.D. (#40 rebroadcast) 02:39:46

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Chapters

What drew Tom to missionary work in Africa?

How did Tom adapt to the outbreak of civil war in Sudan?

What challenges did Tom face learning surgery in a war-torn region?

Why does Nuba feel like home to Tom?

How has Tom's work been recognized and what new ventures is he involved in?

How does Tom manage chaos while treating hundreds of patients daily?

What has been Tom's most terrifying experience, and how does he cope with trauma?

What medical tools and technologies is Tom lacking that could save lives?

What are the logistical challenges in supporting Tom's hospital?

What are the prevalent diseases among the adult population in Nuba?

How does living without possessions impact one's sense of meaning?

How does the concept of happiness and purpose differ between the US and Nuba?

Can people help beyond donations?

What is the food like in Nuba?

How does Tom cope with his annual bout of malaria?

Who are the patients Tom will never forget?

How can people get involved in supporting Tom's work?

What story does Peter share that defines Tom?

Shownotes Transcript

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The world’s most important doctor to millions in the war-torn and remote villages of Sudan | Tom Catena, M.D. (#40 rebroadcast)