"Reigniting your humanity and passion for medicine." Welcome to The Worthy Physician, a podcast for physicians, other healthcare workers, and high-performing individuals seeking to reconnect with their humanity, rediscover their passion for medicine, and redefine fulfillment. This podcast offers reflection, healing, and authentic storytelling in a world where burnout, imposter syndrome, and overwhelming expectations are shared. Medicine is more than a profession—it's a calling. Yet, modern h ...
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Right Brain Rounds is the podcast of Dr. Corinna Muller. Listen to get to know her story and the stories of many other women physicians who are exploring creative ways to thrive and defeat burnout in their field. For more information, please visit LadyDOx.com!
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Stop Comparing, Start Leading with Dr. Maha Mohamad, MD
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12:48Send us a text Dr. Maha Mohamad returns to discuss authentic leadership strategies for women physicians, challenging the stereotype that women should remain silent and hold space. We explore how vulnerability enhances credibility and effectiveness as leaders when balanced with confidence, sharing personal examples from parenting and patient care. •…
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Leading From Within with Dr. Maha Mohamad, MD
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10:56Send us a text Dr. Mohamad shares her journey as a physician leader, highlighting the delicate balance between micromanaging and providing autonomy. We discuss how building trust with team members creates the foundation for effective leadership while maintaining professional standards and clear expectations. • Finding the balance between profession…
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What I wish I knew a long time ago, particularly when it comes to medicine: Leading with self-awareness
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11:46Send us a text We explore the essential yet often overlooked foundation of physician leadership: knowing yourself. Dr. Maha Mohamad and Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque dispel the "I was born ready" myth that permeates medicine, discussing how physicians are expected to lead without formal training. • Leadership must begin with self-knowledge about personality…
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Navigating Change: Dr. Una’s Roadmap for Physician Innovation
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38:53Send us a text Dr. Una, founder of EntreMD, shares her journey from pediatrician to physician entrepreneur, revealing how doctors can rediscover autonomy and fulfillment through business skills. She explains how a moment of clarity in 2016 sparked her mission to help 100,000 physicians transform their professional lives and rewrite the narrative ar…
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Empty Cups Don't Pour: Why Self-Compassion Matters
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7:06Send us a text After celebrating Mother's Day, we explore a concept everyone needs regardless of parental status: mothering yourself. Medical training conditions us to abandon our humanity bit by bit, wearing sacrifices like badges of honor while neglecting our own basic needs. • The caregiver trap teaches us to neglect ourselves while caring for o…
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The Art of Healing: How Creativity Shapes Medicine with Dr. Baumgaertel, MD
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27:18Send us a text What happens when a high-producing physician decides to walk away from a successful 25-year medical career? Dr. Susan Baumgaertel shares her transformative journey from traditional internal medicine to patient advocacy and authorship in this candid conversation. Dr. Baumgaertel's story begins with a familiar scenario—working nonstop,…
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Why You Don't Need to Choose Between Being a Doctor and Being Human
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25:59Send us a text What happens when physicians reclaim their humanity after years of medical training that teaches them to ignore their basic needs? Dr. Manju Dawkins joins us to share her fascinating journey from traditional dermatology practice to healthcare entrepreneurship, revealing how creativity and medicine can powerfully intersect. Remember w…
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Second Acts: Redesigning Your Medical Career Path
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22:19Send us a text Dr. David Weill shares his journey from transplant pulmonologist to consultant and author, exploring how he recognized the emotional and physical toll of clinical medicine after 20 years and strategically transitioned to his "second act." He provides honest insights into the realities of medical practice, the importance of knowing wh…
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Philanthropy and Care: Exploring Dr. Sweet's Mission and The Sweet Emergency Fund
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16:28Send us a text Dr. Sweet shares her 43-year journey in HIV/AIDS care, transforming a deadly condition with six-month prognosis into a manageable chronic disease where properly treated patients can expect normal lifespans. • Started practicing in 1982, drawn to medicine by hands-on patient interaction rather than purely diagnostic work • Encountered…
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Navigating Change: A Physician’s Journey to Financial Freedom with Dr. Sabharwal
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24:25Send us a text Dive into an inspiring episode that chronicles the life journey of Dr. Sabharwal, a dedicated physician who broke barriers to shift his career from clinical work to entrepreneurship through real estate investing. Discover the unique challenges international medical graduates face as they adjust to the U.S. healthcare system, while ex…
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Unlocking New Levels of Growth and Fulfillment with Dr. Shai Efrati, MD
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42:36Send us a text What if unlocking the full potential of physicians goes beyond medicine? Join us in an engaging discussion with Dr. Shai Efrati, as we uncover the secrets to enhancing efficiency and peak performance in the demanding world of healthcare. We explore the often-overlooked roles physicians play and how the drive to surpass "normal" bench…
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Healing Trauma and Empowering Lives with Emotional Freedom Technique with Dr. Jill Wener, MD
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29:30Send us a text Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), or tapping, offers physicians a powerful tool to process trauma and emotional stress. Dr. Jill Wener, MD shares insights on how tapping integrates easily into medical practice, emphasizing vulnerability, self-compassion, and effective stress management. • Introduction to Emotional Freedom Technique …
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Balancing Brain Chemistry for Mental Clarity with Dr. Scott Sherr
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34:29Send us a text In this episode, we explore the importance of self-care among physicians and the crucial role that maintaining GABA levels plays in mental health. Dr. Scott Sherr discusses innovative methods to optimize health through the lens of Health Optimization Medicine, stressing the need for healthcare professionals to focus on their well-bei…
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Building Wealth in Medicine: A Conversation with Rocky Lalvani
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45:17Send us a text In this episode of The Worthy Physician, host Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque speaks with finance expert Rocky Lalvani about the critical yet often neglected topic of financial literacy for physicians. They delve into the lack of financial education in medical training, the struggles of managing finances as a physician, and the importance of us…
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Finding Inspiration and Self-Worth in Medicine: Embracing Emotional and Personal Growth with Dr. Sarah Wittry, DO
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48:21Send us a text Imagine a world where routine tasks breathe new life into your day with purpose and passion. Join me, Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, and Dr. Sarah Wittry, as we uncover the transformative journey of finding inspiration and self-reflection in medicine. Together, we explore how aligning our core values with our daily work can fuel both personal…
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Navigating New Horizons: A Pediatric Endocrinologist's Journey from Clinical Practice to Chief Medical Officer in the Pharma Industry with Dr. Kreher, MD
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20:41Send us a text Join us for an enlightening discussion with Dr. Nerissa Kreher, a trailblazing pediatric endocrinologist who successfully transitioned from clinical practice to the pharmaceutical industry as a Chief Medical Officer. In this conversation, Dr. Kreher shares her invaluable experiences and highlights the essential role of networking in …
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Healing from Within: Dr. Archana Shrestha on Balancing Medicine, Motherhood, and Self-Care
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37:44Send us a text What if the path to healing others starts with healing yourself? Join us in our inspiring conversation with Dr. Archana Shrestha as she shares her heartfelt journey through the trials of medical training and the quest for wellness. We uncover the hidden struggles faced by physicians who, amidst the demands of their profession, often …
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Confronting Inner Demons, Ghouls and Goblins: Embracing Imperfection and Reclaiming Mental Peace
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7:32Send us a text Have you ever felt haunted by your own thoughts, especially during the stillness of the night? Join me, Dr. Sapna Shah Haque, on this special Halloween 2024 episode of The Worthy Physician as we confront the inner demons of self-doubt, perfectionism, and the relentless pursuit of flawlessness that often plague physicians. We'll explo…
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Unlocking Motivation: The Role of the Habenula and an Iterative Mindset in Mental Health and Habits
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33:15Send us a text Discover the intriguing role of the habenula in shaping motivation and behavior with our esteemed guest, Dr. Kyra Bobinet. This small but mighty brain region, often overlooked, deeply influencing emotions and contributing to mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety. By understanding its impact, we challenge medical nor…
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From Doctor to Patient: Dr. Kadar's Journey of Overcoming Heart Disease and Embracing New Beginnings
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35:56Send us a text Imagine feeling invincible, only to find yourself grappling with a life-threatening diagnosis and experiencing vulnerability like never before. Join us as we dive into Dr. Kadar's emotional and psychological journey from being a top-notch physician to becoming a heart disease patient. Through his candid account, you'll gain deep insi…
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A Conversation on Stress, Compassion, and The Way of the Peaceful Warrior with Dan Millman
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45:21Send us a text Discover how to find your inner peace and purpose amidst the chaos with our special guest, Dan Millman, author of "Way of the Peaceful Warrior." Join us as we navigate the critical issue of physician burnout and moral injury, especially in light of the pandemic's impact. Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque and Millman discuss the demanding nature o…
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Harnessing Accountability: Dr. Mary Rensel, MD on Transforming Careers, Intentional Living and Personal Growth Insights
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17:55Send us a text What if you could harness the power of accountability to transform your career and personal life? Join us on this thought-provoking episode of Worldly Physician as we sit down with Dr. Mary Rensel, a renowned neuroimmunologist and entrepreneur. Dr. Rensel takes us through her inspiring journey of creating BrainFresh and the Women’s P…
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Becoming Her Own Best Friend: Dr. Olivia Ong's Journey from Injury to Self-Compassion
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27:44Send us a text What if the intense pressures of medical school and residency could be transformed into a journey of self-compassion and personal growth? Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Dr. Olivia Ong, a remarkable pain and rehabilitation physician from Melbourne, who shares her incredible story of overcoming a spinal cord injury and the h…
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The Hidden Struggles of Physicians: Dr. Megan Melo, MD on Perfectionism, Burnout, and Self-Care
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30:57Send us a text What happens when a driven physician realizes that years of hard work and dedication still leave her feeling inadequate? Join us as Dr. Megan Melo shares her journey through medical school, residency, and beyond, shedding light on the hidden struggles of perfectionism and burnout that many in her profession face. Through candid story…
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Creating Meaningful Connections Through Daily Life
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4:37Send us a text Have you ever pondered the lasting marks you leave in both your personal and professional life? In this episode of The Worthy Physician, I recount a fascinating summer adventure to New Mexico with my family to see dinosaur footprints. This trip sparked a deep reflection on the footprints we leave through our daily interactions, wheth…
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Overcoming Physician Burnout: The Power of Self-Advocacy and Collaboration with Dr. Todd Otten
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28:22Send us a text Why do so many physicians struggle to prioritize their well-being or even consider leaving the profession despite severe burnout? Dr. Otten shines a light on the cultural and systemic hurdles, from financial worries to family impacts, that keep many healthcare providers trapped in a cycle of self-sacrifice. He shares personal anecdot…
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The Healing Power of Coaching for Doctors with Dr. Michael Hersh, MD and Dr. Arpita Gupta DePalma, MD
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38:53Send us a text What happens when two accomplished physicians decide to pivot from traditional medical practice to coaching? Our guests, Dr. Michael Hersch and Dr. Arpita Gupta DePalma, reveal the transformative power of coaching and how it has rekindled their passion for helping others. Dr. DePalma shares her poignant tale of choosing her family ov…
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Embracing Authenticity and Rejecting Societal Expectations: A Journey to Self-Worth with Jillian Rigert
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46:20Send us a text Have you ever felt the weight of societal expectations pressing down on you, urging you to chase a version of success that never truly resonates with your core? This is a reality many of us grapple with, including our guest Jillian Rigert, who sheds light on her transformative journey of breaking free from the constraints of titles a…
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Embrace Summer: A Time for Self-Reflection and Purposeful Growth
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8:21Send us a text As the days grow longer and the academic year winds to a close, I invite you to embrace the coming summer not just as a season for leisure, but as a pivotal time for introspection and goal-setting. Picture this: a serendipitous breakdown on a New Mexico highway led me to an epiphany about the necessity of creating intentional spaces …
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Rekindling the Healer's Spirit: Navigating Burnout and Rediscovery in Medicine with Dr. Yolanda Bogaert
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44:05Send us a text As a healer, do you ever feel like the essence of your craft is lost beneath the weight of your white coat? Dr. Yolanda Bogaert joins us to unravel her 26-year medical career, sharing a raw and honest narrative that navigates through the tumultuous waves of burnout to a place of rediscovery. Her story serves as a beacon, illuminating…
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Navigating the Shift from War to Love Consciousness in Leadership and Self-Discovery with Dr. Teri Badydar
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25:38Send us a text Embark on an enlightening exploration with Dr. Teri Baydar and myself, Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, as we chart the course from a competitive war consciousness to a unifying love consciousness within the spheres of leadership and self-discovery. Throughout our conversation, Dr. Baydar uncovers the transformative power of the "egg model," a …
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Embracing Life's Wealth in Health and Relationships
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5:33Send us a text Have you ever found yourself caught in the crossfire between the pursuit of wealth and the necessity of health? As your guide on this journey, I, Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, invite you to join me in a heartfelt exploration of this tug-of-war that so many of us face. This episode isn't just a theoretical debate; it's an intimate conversatio…
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Second Act: Charting a New Course Beyond Medicine with Dr. Stephanie Pearson, MD
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38:30Send us a text When life throws you curveballs, it's the strong and resilient who not only endure but reinvent themselves. This is exactly what Dr. Stephanie Pearson, MD did after a career-ending injury transformed her life, redirecting her path from a skilled OBGYN to a passionate advocate and entrepreneur. Joined by Stephanie, our conversation ex…
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Insights into Medical Billing Optimization with Industry Expert Juli Quinn
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21:09Send us a text Discover the cutting-edge intersection of technology and healthcare business management as Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque teams up with Juli Quinn from GoSource for an eye-opening conversation. Together, we unveil how Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems are reshaping the landscape for medical professionals. Delving beyond the surface, we di…
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Balancing Career and Wellness: Navigating Psychoneuroimmunology with Dr. Mary Rensel, MD
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24:11Send us a text When we navigate the tumultuous waters of a demanding career and personal life, how do we keep from sinking? Listen as Dr. Mary Rensel, a neuroimmunologist from the heart of Cleveland, joins us to unravel the complex tapestry of psychoneuroimmunology. She illuminates the mysterious ways our emotional states can command our immune sys…
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Burden of Pain: A Physician's Battle with Justice, the Opioid Crisis, and Self-Discovery Through Writing
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33:40Send us a text When a physician's dedication to easing pain collides with the justice system, what unfolds is not only a legal drama but a profound human struggle. Dr. J Joshi, our guest this week, opens up about his indictment by the Department of Justice and the arduous journey to clear his name, while adhering to the CDC guidelines for opioid pr…
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Safeguarding Healthcare: Combatting Cyber Threats in Medical Practice with Juli Quinn
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18:12Send us a text Witness the unveiling of healthcare's hidden shield as I, Dr. Sapna Shah-Hawk, join forces with Juli Quinn, the trailblazing President of GoSource. Together, we dissect the critical safeguards every medical practice must employ to combat the alarming rise of cyber threats. When a cyberattack brought a top clearinghouse to its knees, …
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Renewing the Spirit of Primary Care in Rural Realms
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42:33Send us a text Dr. Errin Weisman's voice crackles with raw emotion as she reflects on her own harrowing dance with burnout and the moral injuries that come hand-in-hand with a career in medicine. Our latest episode is a heartfelt narrative that weaves through the complexities of human connection in the world of primary care, especially within the o…
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The Wandering Healer: Medicine on the Move
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33:42Send us a text Have you ever found yourself at the brink of burnout, questioning the very path you've dedicated your life to? Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque and her guest, Dr. Goins, share an intimate conversation on the seismic shifts that can occur when a physician dares to blend their passion for travel with the demands of a medical career. Tune in to hea…
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"Finding Balance: Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque's Path to Overcoming Burnout in Medicine"
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39:28Meet Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, MD MBA, is a board certified Internal Medicine doctor from Kansas. She learned medicine at the University of Kansas and finished her training at KU-Wichita. Dr. Shah-Haque knows firsthand about burnout, having felt it herself and seeing it in her colleagues. This made her passionate about talking openly about burnout and …
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The Art of Self-Compassion: Why Being Kind to Yourself Changes Everything
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8:10Send us a text Have you ever felt like your own worst critic, especially under the unrelenting pressures of a career in medicine? I'm Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, and I invite you to join me in an intimate exploration of self-compassion, a powerful antidote to the harsh inner monologues that can plague us. In the demanding world of healthcare, where the p…
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Fostering a Culture of Autonomy and Connection in Medicine with Dr. Bradley Block, MD
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33:21Send us a text Ever feel like the healthcare system is wrestling control out of physicians' hands? That's precisely what Dr. Bradley Block and I tackle in a riveting conversation where we unpack the challenges and solutions surrounding physician autonomy. As host of the Physician's Guide to Doctoring, Dr. Block brings a wealth of knowledge to our d…
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Facing the Future of Healthcare: Leadership, Automation, and the Importance of Self-Care Post-Pandemic
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30:16Send us a text Discover a roadmap to navigating the turbulent waters of healthcare leadership in the wake of a global pandemic, as I, Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, engage in a profound conversation with the insightful Sarah Worthy. We're peeling back the layers on why many talented clinicians are hanging up their white coats – not due to a deficit in skill…
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"Empowering Doctors: Dr. Tala Kassm's Journey to Balance"
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28:38Meet Dr. Tala Kassm, a certified life coach and board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship trained glaucoma specialist. She helps physicians enjoy a life that they worked so hard to create and thrive despite challenges in a career that may lead to burnout. Dr. Kassm is like a coach and a healer combined. Dr. Kassm is on a mission to help doctor…
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The Silent Battle Against Burnout in the Medical Field
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6:50Send us a text I returned to the airwaves after taking s me time off. The original reason for starting the podcast was trying to grapple with the profound loss of a fellow physician, a dear friend whose suicide opened my eyes to the silent struggles we endure as healers. Her passing was a harsh wake-up call that sparked this podcast, aiming to shed…
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Rx for Success: Decoding the Mindset Differences Between Doctors and Entrepreneurs
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7:13Send us a text Have you ever felt confined by the traditional path laid out before you, yearning to break free and chart your own course? That's precisely the leap Philip Chan took, transitioning from medicine to entrepreneurship with a vision that transcended the rigors of hospital shifts. Join me, Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, as I sit across from this m…
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Wealth Building for White Coats in the Trading Trenches
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24:22Send us a text Unlock the secrets to financial independence as a medical professional by joining me, Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, alongside investment guru Philip Chan on The Worthy Physician. Together, we'll illuminate the path to wealth creation through smart investing, especially in futures trading, an area ripe with potential for those in the white co…
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Send us a text As the festive bells chime and the yuletide spirit wraps around us, I'm Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, your guide through the world of medicine with a holiday twist. Imagine the joyous chaos of Christmas, the laughter amidst low-grade fevers, and the heartfelt togetherness that overshadows the shiniest of gifts. That's the essence of this spe…
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From Healthcare to Entrepreneurship: Finding Fulfillment and Financial Empowerment
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34:23Send us a text Ever considered leaving a stable career for the uncertain path of entrepreneurship? Philip Jayhawk Chan, our esteemed guest, shares his transformative journey from healthcare to the helm of his own business, defying the norms that often bind medical professionals to a life of service at the expense of their own well-being. In a heart…
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Grief, Gratitude, and Untangling Personal Identity from Professional Roles: A Physician's Journey
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5:44Send us a text Ever found yourself entangled in the web of your professional identity, losing sight of the person behind the white coat? You're not alone. As physicians, we often tether our self-worth to our credentials, earning, and titles, leaving little room to nurture our persona beyond the confines of our clinics and hospitals. Join me, Dr. Sa…
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