Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast The Worthy Physician
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| Navigating Change: Dr. Una’s Roadmap for Physician Innovation | 05 Jun 2025 | 00:38:53 | |
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 around physician burnout. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Empty Cups Don't Pour: Why Self-Compassion Matters | 23 May 2025 | 00:07:06 | |
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. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Building Wealth in Medicine: A Conversation with Rocky Lalvani | 11 Jan 2025 | 00:45:17 | |
Social Media acct: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rocky-lalvani/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/richersoul Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/richer.soul/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/rockylalvani Stay connected with The Worthy Physician for more discussions that inspire, empower, and challenge the status quo. Remember to share this blog with fellow colleagues who might benefit Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Honoring our humanity and neurobiological needs with Dr. Mary Rensel, MD | 05 Jan 2023 | 00:24:11 | |
"There's no other me out there. I can learn things from everybody, but there's not the one person I can model for exactly what means something to me, what I'm good at, and what interests me." -Dr. Mary Rensel, MD
Earn CME: Connect with Dr. Mary Rensel Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Ditching the Hustle Culture and Discussing Burnout in Corporate America with Jennie Blumenthal | 28 Dec 2022 | 00:37:09 | |
What comes to mind when discussing hustle culture? Jennie has not only written a book, and not only does she coach, she is also a speaker. She has a vast knowledge of the business world and how to articulate it very well. Connect with Jennie Blumenthal: To listen to more episodes, head to Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Leveraging Artificial Intelligence in Medicine to Combat Documentation with Matt Dallmann | 23 Dec 2022 | 00:23:52 | |
It is no secret that documentation has become burdensome in medicine.
Connect with Matt Dallmann: www.CreativePracticeSolutions.com Connect with Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque: To listen to more episodes, head to Apple Podcasts! Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| The Steps to Happiness with Independent Filmmaker Jeremy Norrie | 15 Dec 2022 | 00:48:28 | |
Have you ever wondered what someone else's key to happiness and success are?
To listen to more episodes, head to Apple Podcasts! Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| The Dark Side of Medicine with Dr. Corrigan | 12 Dec 2022 | 01:18:51 | |
Building on principles learned in last week's episode from Dr. Amy King, that two things can exist at once, our guest today describes being a physician:
Earn CME: To listen to more episodes, head to Apple Podcasts! Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Physician resilience, regaining public trust, and burnout with Dr. Amy King | 30 Nov 2022 | 00:45:00 | |
Dr. Amy King is doing amazing things with her work as a clinical psychologist, including working with physicians.
Earn CME: Book referenced in the podcast: To listen to more episodes, head to Apple Podcasts! Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Self-doubt versus Imposter Syndrome with Dr. Diane Shannon, MD, MPH | 25 Nov 2022 | 00:22:14 | |
Dr. Diane Shannon, MD, MPH is a trailblazer with regard to physician burnout. When she saw that the system did not allow [due to many pitfalls] her to deliver patient care like she had envisioned, she changed her narrative. She is an author, speaker, and professional coach with a plethora of experience. Burnout can feel isolating. As physicians, we don’t discuss how we feel may be because it shows vulnerability, which we [as physicians] are taught not to show. We are trained not to ask for help or it is a sign of weakness, failure.
Topics discussed in this episode: · The key driver for burnout is the system not the individual · The difference between self-doubt and imposter syndrome. · How the above can show up in men versus women. · Productive time versus enriching and non-enriching non-productive time and the difference between them. · The history of residency. · You have to be a full person. · There is hope.
This experience is powered by CMEfy – an AI-powered platform that directs learners along a pathway to capture reflections at point of inspiration, point of care. Clinicians may earn CME/CE credit via ReflectCE, the accredited activity portal. https://earnc.me/N09rlZ Connect with Dr. Diane Shannon: Connect with Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque: LinkedIn Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| The Attitude of Gratitude and Burnout: Reframing your Mind with Dr. Rozina Lakhani, MD | 17 Nov 2022 | 00:35:23 | |
“The stronger the roots, the more the tree is going to be able to stand the stormy winds.” This quote comes directly from today’s episode with Dr. Rozina Lakhani, an integrative psychiatrist who’s sharing her insights on burnout and the importance of keeping yourself grounded in order to get through rough times more easily. Through her podcast, Happy and Healthy Mind, speaking engagements and new book, Dr. Rozina Lakhani is helping others find awareness and learn tools to manage the inevitable stress of life. After her own intense experience with burnout, she practices daily gratitude and more techniques staying on top of your mental health, such as brain dumping and journaling. Tune in to learn about the power of gratitude, and how you can change your perspective to live a healthier life for yourself and your patients! Topics discussed in this episode:
This experience is powered by CMEfy – an AI-powered platform that directs learners along a pathway to capture reflections at point of inspiration, point of care. Clinicians may earn CME/CE credit via ReflectCE, the accredited activity portal. https://earnc.me/N09rlZ Find out more about Dr. Rozina Lakhani: You can listen to her podcast, Happy and Healthy Mind with Dr. Rozina, on Apple Podcasts ! Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Brace for Impact, Lessons Learned | 14 Nov 2022 | 00:09:29 | |
On this episode, it is a recap over lessons learned. Over the last few months, I have sat down and talked to amazing physicians, and non-physicians alike. Burnout has been the topic, but also spirituality, self care, boundaries, finance, using your voice and more. To listen to more episodes, head to Apple Podcasts! Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| The Balance of the Boxes | 04 Nov 2022 | 00:09:17 | |
As discussed in a beginning series [two of the first episodes of the podcast], Dr. Bean, a physio psychologist, discussed four boxes to see if our lives are balanced. To listen to more episodes, head to Apple Podcasts! Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Finding Inspiration and Self-Worth in Medicine: Embracing Emotional and Personal Growth with Dr. Sarah Wittry, DO | 19 Dec 2024 | 00:48:21 | |
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 and professional growth, even when facing the monotony of routine. Our conversation brings fresh insights into integrating personal passions into the workplace to enhance satisfaction and productivity, especially during those darker winter months when motivation may wane. Discover unbiased disability insurance with Pattern Life and protect one of your greatest assets. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Spirituality and Spiritual Awakening in the Office | 31 Oct 2022 | 00:08:14 | |
We are spiritual beings. To listen to more episodes, head to Apple Podcasts! Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Living with Intention, Discussing Burnout with Dr. Kathy Zhang, MD | 19 Oct 2022 | 00:35:15 | |
Physician’s are trained to put patients’ needs above their own at all costs. Sick? Take medicine and power through. Feeling depressed and lethargic? Suck it up and think about the patient’s problems instead of your own. This learned act of putting your own needs to the side time after time causes suffering on both a physical and emotional level. On the show today to speak about her journey to find balance being a medical professional and healthy human is Dr. Luyi Kathy Zhang, a hospice & palliative care physician, mindset & life coach and author. She also hosts The Purpose Filter podcast, which helps living people apply dying lessons before it’s too late. Like many physicians, Dr. Luyi Kathy Zhang’s identity was so wrapped up in medicine that she couldn’t see the other parts of herself. Her position in palliative care was always a difficult and emotional experience, but the COVID-19 pandemic tested her in ways she could have never imagined. Her time working in New York during the height of the pandemic was marked by a loss of control, leading to panic attacks, excessive crying, and burnout. As she shares on this episode, she experienced suicidal thoughts and was forced to take steps towards healing. To anyone listening to this interview, Dr. Luyi Kathy Zhang wants you to remember that you DO have control over your own life — even if it doesn’t feel that way. You are resilient and you can start living a life in line with your hopes and values! Topics discussed in this episode:
This experience is powered by CMEfy – an AI-powered platform that directs learners along a pathway to capture reflections at point of inspiration, point of care. Clinicians may earn CME/CE credit via ReflectCE, the accredited activity portal. https://earnc.me/N09rlZ Find out more about Dr. Luyi Kathy Zhang: Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Carrying the Weight of the World, Discussing Burnout with Choppin With Fire's Dustin Steffey and Jaden Norvell | 12 Oct 2022 | 00:21:47 | |
We know that life as a physician gets busy. We neglect ourselves, our relationships, and our own humanity at times. With going to school non-stop, giving up our youth to study medicine, it is easy to burn out and to burn up. It starts to be a way of 'being'.
Connect with Dustin and Jaden: Connect with Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque: LinkedIn Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Light, Love, Compassion, and Burnout with Dr. Diana Londoño, MD | 05 Oct 2022 | 00:49:18 | |
Doctors are admired for dedicating their lives to jobs that are vital to the health of our society, which makes it easy to see them as superhumans. Even within the medical profession itself, doctors are taught in a stoic culture with militaristic training that results in lack of sleep, food, and self. This education affects the health of doctors themselves, but also the doctor-patient relationship. Dealing with the emotions and pain of their patients is overwhelming, and doctors can easily experience burnout, causing mistakes, lessening patience, and breeding apathy. On the show today to talk about these issues is Dr. Diana Londoño, the founder of Physician Coach Support, where doctors can get peer support over Zoom 24/7. She is also a certified life coach, and one of the few female Latinx urologists in the country. Dr. Diana Londoño has experienced burnout twice herself, inspiring her to write and speak passionately about wellness and humanity in medicine on social media and on television. She says if her platform, Physician Coach Support, can pull just one doctor from the brink of burnout, it is all worth it. Tune in to hear her thoughts on burnout and treating doctors and patients as humans, plus find out how love can heal many things! Topics discussed in this episode:
This experience is powered by CMEfy – an AI-powered platform that directs learners along a pathway to capture reflections at point of inspiration, point of care. Clinicians may earn CME/CE credit via ReflectCE, the accredited activity portal. https://earnc.me/N09rlZ Find Dr. Diana Londoño on these socials: Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Improving the Relationship with Yourself--Discussing Self-care and Mindfulness with Rita Farruggia | 28 Sep 2022 | 00:30:25 | |
Being a physician is not easy by any means. We live in a fast paced world, that is just getting faster and faster. LinkedIn Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| All Things Finance, Burnout and Medicine with Dr. Nii Darko, DO | 21 Sep 2022 | 00:42:34 | |
It's no secret that becoming a medical doctor is considered one of the most revered and respected professions in the world. Then why are physician satisfaction rates so low and burnout rates so high? This is a question our host Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque is determined to get to the bottom of and find solutions to change this “norm” across the profession. In today’s episode, we have invited Dr. Nii Darko, a trauma surgeon and podcast co-host alongside his wife Dr. Renee Darko called Docs Outside The Box. After years working in a hospital setting, both Dr. Nii Darko and Dr. Renee Darko decided they wanted to take back their autonomy and decided to change the way they provide healthcare where they are the masters of their own domain and not under the thumb of the faulty system they once were a part of. It is a road less traveled, but it has opened life up for both Dr. Nii Darko and Dr. Renee Darko, where they don’t feel the burn out and can essentially give better care to their patients because of it. So this begs the question, if doctors took back their autonomy, would it increase satisfaction? Also, what does taking your autonomy look like and how can we achieve it? All these questions and more will be answered in this episode, so be sure to tune in and find out! Topics discussed in this episode:
Connect with Dr. Nii Darko: Check out Docs Outside The Box on Apple Podcasts! Connect with Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque: Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Mind, Body, and Spirit with Dr. Anna Esparham, MD | 19 Sep 2022 | 00:33:30 | |
In this episode, I sat down with a fellow classmate from medical school, Dr. Anna Esparham, MD. She is commonly known as Dr. Anna, and is a triple board certified physician in pediatrics, integrative medicine, and acupuncture. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Boundaries...a Necessary "Evil" | 13 Sep 2022 | 00:06:41 | |
We have boundaries, physical, mental, emotional, and so the same can carry over into medicine. It really is okay to say no. During my fourth year medical school rotation, I actually rotated in outpatient and addiction medicine. And one thing that really helped me was not only just sitting in the meeting and listening to what patients had to say, which also gave me an insight on, you know, what everybody does have struggles, including physicians, since we are human, but drawing boundaries and saying no is actually pertinent to self preservation.
Head to the Worthy Physician website to stay up to date on combatting physician burnout through awareness to reignite passion for medicine while normalizing the topic through regular interviews with physicians who are or who have been through the same thing. What would you like to be covered? Suggestions are welcome! Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Your Spirit Knows...Discussing all Things Burnout and Creating the Life you Deserve with Dr. Varnado [Dr. V] MD | 07 Sep 2022 | 00:40:25 | |
I sat down with Dr. Varnado, MD, commonly known as Dr. V to her patients. She's an OB/GYN turned lifestyle medicine physician. After feeling burned out, losing her spark, asking for help, she changed her own narrative. She took her skills from bedside/OR to coaching, connecting with patients to get to the root of the problem as 80% of disease is caused by lifestyle, and her own podcast, Office Visits with Dr. V! As Dr. V said, “I started to lose my spark.” She was tired, but of course she was tired from delivering babies….but we also know the following:
Go to https://officevisitswithdrv.com/ to get in touch with Dr. V, listen to her podcast, or hit her up for coaching!
Head to the Worthy Physician website to stay up to date on combatting physician burnout through awareness to reignite passion for medicine while normalizing the topic through regular interviews with physicians who are or who have been through the same thing. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Giving Yourself a Voice in the Workplace Discussing Medicine and Burnout with Dr. Warren Kane, MD | 31 Aug 2022 | 00:33:37 | |
In this episode, I sat down and talked with Dr. Warren Kane, MD, a practicing psychiatrist. He shares his experience with burnout, and was able to use his tribe [family/wife] as an external meter as to what he was doing/feeling. He checks in with himself on a regular basis to see how he is doing, as he does not want to go back to being burned out. If you feel your voice is being heard and that speaks to your values/ the way you want to practice medicine you’re going to feel less burnout, you’re going to feel a sense of community. LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/warrenkane/ Head to the Worthy Physician website to stay up to date on combatting physician burnout through awareness to reignite passion for medicine while normalizing the topic through regular interviews with physicians who are or who have been through the same thing. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Navigating New Horizons: A Pediatric Endocrinologist's Journey from Clinical Practice to Chief Medical Officer in the Pharma Industry with Dr. Kreher, MD | 29 Nov 2024 | 00:20:41 | |
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 her career transformation. She offers practical advice for introverted physicians on how to connect authentically with others and make the most of their unique narratives. Dr. Kreher’s journey is a testament to the power of continuous learning, inspiring fellow physicians to remain open to acquiring new skills, even when the future feels uncertain. This episode explores the numerous roles that physicians can pursue beyond traditional clinical settings, showcasing how their innate leadership abilities can create a substantial impact within the pharmaceutical realm. By collaborating with experts across diverse fields such as finance and marketing, and crafting CVs that not only motivate but also celebrate achievements, we illuminate the untapped potential within the medical profession. I also recount my experience founding Pharma IndustryMDCoach during the COVID-19 pandemic to help physicians explore non-clinical career avenues, underscoring the vast opportunities for growth beyond the hospital environment. Don’t miss this chance to gain insights from Dr. Kreher and ignite inspiration for your own career path. Connect with Dr. Kreher: Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Pearls of Wisdom, Lessons Learned. | 29 Aug 2022 | 00:08:45 | |
Over the last few months, I have sat down and talked to amazing physicians, counselors, and other individuals who have been vulnerable and shared a side that may be they have not shared with many. Burnout has been the topic, but also spirituality, grieving, how burnout can affect relationships with our loved ones, including ourselves. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Life by Design and Looking Within with Dr. Serene Shereef | 26 Aug 2022 | 00:35:19 | |
On this Episode, I sat down with Dr. Serene Shereef, a trauma and acute care surgeon, mom, and a transformational life coach. She shares her journey of burnout, with an interesting twist of growing up outside of the United States and having a different upbringing giving insight what medicine might look like through that of an immigrant within the healthcare system. Dr. Shereef shares how she changed her narrative, and helps women physicians struggling with burnout and overwhelm to create their life by design. You can contact Serene at serenitywellnessMD@gmail.com or through her website at www.serenitywellnessMD.com. She has a multitude of resources to help you get started creating your life by design at https://linktr.ee/dr.serene including connecting with her on social media. You can find more information and gain valuable insights by listening to her “Mindfulness and Productivity Systems” Podcast on itunes. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| A Seriously Lighthearted Conversation of Grief and Physicians | 22 Aug 2022 | 00:46:33 | |
How do physicians grieve? Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Spirituality and Bringing the Authentic Self into the Exam Room with Dr. Haidar Al-Hakim | 18 Aug 2022 | 00:36:21 | |
On this episode, I sat down again and had a chat with Dr. Haidar Al-Hakim [The ThirdEyeDoc], who is an Ophthalmologist, psychotherapist, author, and host of the Surgical Spirit Podcast. He previously had discussed his personal experience with burnout in a previous episode, and mentioned his interest in the spiritual side, and at that point I knew I had to bring him back for another round of discussion! Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Expanding your creativity and thinking outside the box discussing physician burnout with Dr. Felecia Froe, MD | 09 Aug 2022 | 00:49:04 | |
In this episode, Dr. Felecia Froe, MD shared her story of burnout after being in private practices and several moves. She also shares how she became involved with real estate investing in order to create options (financially, lifestyle, and connecting with people in a way medicine does not cultivate today). Dr. Froe founded Money with Mission, and she is doing great things in her community as well as helping other physicians do the same. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Rediscovering your WHY discussing physician burnout with Dr. Diane Shannon, MD, MPH | 03 Aug 2022 | 00:34:45 | |
I sat down and discussed physician burnout with Dr. Diane Shannon who is a trailblazer with regard to physician burnout. When she saw that the system did not allow [due to many pitfalls] her to deliver patient care like she had envisioned, she changed her narrative. She is an author, speaker, and professional coach with a plethora of experience. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Finding your work sweet spot and discussing physician burnout with Dr. Lara Hochman,MD | 23 Jul 2022 | 00:31:00 | |
I discussed physician burnout with Dr. Lara Hochman, MD. She shared her story of burnout, what she did to change the narrative, and how she is thriving now. She also discussed how she helps physicians find physician-owned practices where they can enjoy medicine again, and gives tips during that search. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Physician Burnout: Dr. Haidar Al-Hakim | 14 Jul 2022 | 00:31:03 | |
On this episode, I sat down and had a chat with Dr. Haidar Al-Hakim, who is an Ophthalmologist., psychotherapist, author, and host of the Surgical Spirit Podcast. He was kind enough to discuss his experience of burnout, his writing, and other endeavors, on top of advise on how to navigate difficult situations in life. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Episode 10: Discussing Spirituality, Mindfulness, and Reconnection with Randy Silkwood | 08 Jul 2022 | 00:28:38 | |
I sat down and interviewed Randy Silkwood, who is described as a rebel who goes against the grain to find spirituality in anything. We discussed spirituality, mindfulness, reconnection, and standing in one's power, which ties multiple points together that have previously been mentioned by physician guests. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Discussing Burnout with a Friendly Pharmacist | 22 Jun 2022 | 00:28:23 | |
I had the pleasure of sitting down and interviewing Rachel Gainsbrugh, PharmD in the latest podcast episode. She shared her experience and story of burnout as a pharmacist, which I would not have even conceived. Listen as a colleague discusses metrics and situations, I as a consumer of the occasional pharmacy run, would not have contemplated. She further shares how she pivoted to make a life for herself in which she can thrive and recognize herself! Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Healing from Within: Dr. Archana Shrestha on Balancing Medicine, Motherhood, and Self-Care | 15 Nov 2024 | 00:37:44 | |
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 neglect their own needs. Dr. Shrestha bravely recounts how the culture of prioritizing patients led her to resort to stress eating and other coping mechanisms. Her story is a powerful reminder of the necessity of self-care and how rekindling such practices can reignite a passion for medicine. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Physician Burnout: Dr. Maha Mohamad, MD: Thoughts from a Fellow | 09 Jun 2022 | 00:45:45 | |
In this episode, I talked with Dr. Maha Mohamad, MD. She is a rheumatology fellow at the University of Kansas-Kansas City finishing her first year. She gives great advice she has integrated into her life, and is still learning, how to combat burnout. One take away point/pearl I loved was to restore your battery—whatever that is. Work with your hands. Have a hobby outside of medicine. Nature is restorative. Make time for it all. It is self care, and that is not selfish. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Season 2 Ep. 7: Physician Burnout--Violence Against Physicians | 05 Jun 2022 | 00:07:24 | |
This episode is an abbreviated reaction to the Tulsa shooting where two physicians were needlessly killed. How do we grieve? Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Season 2 Episode 6: Discussing relationships with Dr. Jeep, MD and Vanessa Naum | 28 May 2022 | 01:04:47 | |
Burnout does not happen in a vacuum. It affects all aspects of our lives, including relationships. Tune in to this episode to learn more about how that can happen, what that may look like, and take some time to self reflect. Dr. Jeep [as he is known to his patients] and his wife coach physician couples, and can be found at www.bestfriendsagain.com Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Season 2 Episode 5B: Dual Existence | 10 May 2022 | 00:45:37 | |
In this episode, I sat down with NHI founders, Ernesto Nieto and Gloria De Leon. They have both had an impact in my life from the age of 17. In part B of episode 5, Ernesto describes his background and how existing in 2 different realities and the loss of his father propelled him forward. It has inspired him to carry out his life's work with NHI [National Hispanic Institute], as well as to write three books, the third of which is being released later this year. Many parallels can be drawn with the way physicians exist and what Ernesto describes. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Season 2 Episode 5A: Creating your own reality | 10 May 2022 | 00:45:07 | |
In this episode, I sat down with NHI founders, Ernesto Nieto and Gloria De Leon. They have both had an impact in my life from the age of 17. What is it you want out of life? What does your reality that you want look like? What is the third reality? We have to be the steward of our own ship, and how does one do that? What is the nurtured state, imposed state, and what do we want to do with our lives? From grief, they have both built a lasting impact for over 4 decades. Kick back, listen and enjoy. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Season 2 Ep. 4: Interview with Dr. Simon Maltais, MD | 27 Apr 2022 | 00:26:28 | |
In this episode, I sat down with Dr. Simon Maltais, CT surgeon and speaker/author of Healthcare Anonymous: Put Yourself First to Avoid Anxiety, Addiction, and Burnout. He gives his insight on medicine and discusses his book. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| When Western Medicine is not Enough--Interview with Dr. Robyn Tiger, MD | 13 Apr 2022 | 00:43:51 | |
Dr. Robyn Tiger, MD is a radiologist who shares her story about burnout and how she saved her own life. She had several symptoms that were being treated with Western medicine, but could not be solved. Burnout can take the shape of physical symptoms. She shares her personal story and insight that is not taught in medical school or residency. Furthermore, she is now helping physicians. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Season 2 Ep: 2 With Dr. Mitul Mehta MD | 29 Mar 2022 | 01:17:45 | |
On Season 2 Episode 2 of The Worthy Physician Podcast, I sat down with Dr. Mitul Mehta MD. He is a board-certified ophthalmologist with fellowship training in retinal diseases. He provides a great viewpoint on burnout and life as a physician. As he points out, it is important to work to live, not live to work. I appreciate his time and insight as he has always been a mentor to me. Not only is he a great physician and person, but what you hear on this podcast is what you get—sincerity and great advice. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Interview with Dr. Shalev, MD | 22 Jan 2022 | 00:35:10 | |
I sat down and graciously talked with Dr. Shalev, an Emergency Room Physician of 16 years who felt that every shift was taking a year off her life. She was able to find a way to reclaim her life and be fully present with her family. She started exploring the world of real estate investing and finally found a way to make recurring income. Now her mission is to share this knowledge with fellow physicians. On this upcoming episode of The Worthy Physician Podcast, she shares her story of burnout, how she pivoted, and where she is now, available to help other physicians. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Episode 13: End of the year thoughts | 03 Jan 2022 | 00:09:09 | |
Happy New Year [2022] from The Worthy Physician! Going forward, burnout is real. Self care is not selfish. In each episode, hopefully the listener has learned something. Mindfulness is needed to be practiced. It can be short and simple. Label and honor your emotions. Happiness is found internally not via material things…it is okay to talk about mental health, and motivation can come from the simplest things. In 2022, how are you going to fill your bucket of energy? Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Confronting Inner Demons, Ghouls and Goblins: Embracing Imperfection and Reclaiming Mental Peace | 31 Oct 2024 | 00:07:32 | |
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 explore how these inner specters can overshadow our humanity and discuss the importance of embracing our imperfections. Listen in for insights on balancing the high-stakes life of a physician parent, and the valuable lessons we can learn from the resilience and creativity of our children, even amid the chaos of last-minute Halloween costume changes. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Episode 12: Golden Handcuffs or Golden Opportunity? | 03 Jan 2022 | 00:11:10 | |
Golden handcuffs: a phrase that came about in the late 1970s referring to financial compensation/allurement to keep individuals of a highly compensated [amount not defined] profession within the company/profession in spite of being unhappy. This is a phrase that has been used to describe medicine. Yet, is do we as physicians experience golden handcuffs or a golden opportunity? As physicians we meet several people. Do we have the opportunities [golden] that can make a difference? How do we spot them? One’s perspective is influenced by multiple things, all individual. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Episode 11: Motivation with Marquis Bradley | 28 Dec 2021 | 00:33:23 | |
In this episode I sat down with Marquis Bradley, a man of many talents and wearer of many hats. This is a young man who is very driven, has put in hours to build is own business from the ground up after hitting bottom. He has never lost faith, sight of goals, and has always stayed positive. It is this positivity and outlook that I try and capture in this episode. In medicine we hit rock bottom, and sometimes lose faith. Let's regain it. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||
| Episode 10: Interview with Dr. Ha Ta, MD | 22 Nov 2021 | 00:44:50 | |
I sat down with Dr. Ha Ta, a well seasoned internist and mentor of mine. Currently she resides and practices in the Seattle area. She has always been authentic to self and shares with us in this podcast episode what she has encountered over nearly two decades in medicine, and how she has addressed burnout through various methods. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. | |||