In this episode of the Underdog Physician Podcast, Dr. Cyrus Attia discusses his unconventional path to medicine after initially leaving the field. He shares insights into his transition from a government career to embracing digital health post-medical school, highlighting the importance of varied experiences in shaping compassionate healthcare providers. Dr. Attia details his journey through different roles in digital health, emphasizing the transformative potential of bridging clinical knowledge with technological innovation. He also touches on his work at Options MD, advocating for the integration of AI to streamline healthcare processes and enhance provider efficiency. Lastly, Dr. Attia offers advice to medical professionals interested in digital health, stressing the importance of maintaining clinician involvement in innovation to ensure meaningful healthcare delivery.

In this episode of the Underdog Physician Podcast, Dr. Jennifer Bepple, an established urologist and Chief Medical Officer at AllaiHealth, Inc., discusses her transition from clinical practice to becoming a leader in health informatics and digital health. Sparked by personal experiences and a passion for improving patient access and healthcare delivery, Dr. Bepple embarked on a journey into digital health starting with telehealth initiatives. Her work expanded as she pursued an education in health informatics, which led to her current role where she focuses on bridging the gap between clinical care and technological innovation. Dr. Bepple advocates for the integration of technology in healthcare to enhance patient care, reduce administrative burdens, and support medical education. She emphasizes the importance of diversity in mentorship and the potential of AI to transform both clinical practice and healthcare education.

In this episode of the Underdog Physician Podcast, Dr. Yudara Kularathne, an emergency medicine physician and CEO of eHealth, shares his journey of blending medicine and technology to create a startup focused on early detection of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Inspired by personal experiences and the challenges highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Kularathne emphasizes the importance of innovation in healthcare. He offers advice to aspiring physician entrepreneurs on starting small and finding complementary co-founders. The episode also discusses eHealth's mission to improve healthcare access using AI-driven digital diagnostics. Dr. Kularathne concludes by encouraging young physicians to embrace AI for better patient care.

🎙️ Exciting News: In this episode of the Underdog Physician Podcast, we were thrilled to chat with Dr. Leti and Dr. Kenji, the remarkable founders of Semi-Retired MD. This dynamic physician duo shared their incredible journey from hospital medicine to real estate investing, and how they now educate over 3,000 physicians and high-income earners on achieving Fast FIRE through real estate. They also delve into the crucial roles of self-belief and mentorship in their success. Don’t miss this episode for invaluable real estate investing insights and motivation to chase your dreams!

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🎙️ Exciting Announcement! In this episode of the Underdog Physician Podcast, we had the privilege of hearing Rakesh Suri’s incredible story from becoming cardiothoracic surgeon to serving as the president and CEO of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi to being a Co-Founder at Titan III Capital

He shared his passion for mitral valve repair, reducing healthcare disparities across the world, the impact of COVID-19, and his journey towards helping others achieve financial independence. Dr. Suri’s determination and entrepreneurial spirit are truly inspiring. Don't miss out on this empowering episode that will motivate you to dream big and take action towards financial freedom. Listen now! 🌟 

🎙️ Exciting News: In this episode of the Underdog Physician Podcast, we sat down with Dr. Nkem, a board-certified emergency medicine physician and CEO of Pheenyx Capital Investment. Dr. Nkem shared her inspiring journey from growing up in a big family in Nigeria to discovering her passion for emergency medicine during her third year of medical school. She discussed the joys and challenges of working in the ER, the impact of COVID-19 on her perspective, and how it led her to explore additional avenues for financial growth.

Dr. Nkem also discussed her transition into real estate investing, specifically focusing on multifamily syndication deals. She emphasized the importance of a long-term mindset in real estate investing and the need to do thorough due diligence when considering deals, especially in the current economic conditions.

If you're interested in real estate investing, seeking financial growth, or looking for motivation to pursue your dreams, this episode is a must-listen!

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In this episode of the Underdog Physician Podcast, Dr. Maria Artunduaga, founder and CEO of Samai, an AI-driven acoustic resonance platform, joins as a guest. Dr. Artunduaga, a Harvard and UC Berkeley-trained scientist and transitional physician, shares her underdog story and remarkable journey. From her upbringing in Colombia with physician parents to her experiences in surgical residency and discrimination, she discusses her pivot into entrepreneurship and how she found inspiration in technology. Dr. Artunduaga emphasizes the importance of having a mission-driven mindset, building a supportive team, and self-education in the startup world.

Welcome to another episode of the Underdog Physician Podcast. Today, I have the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Arlen Meyers, a highly accomplished individual in the medical field. Dr. Meyers is the Professor Emeritus of Otolaryngology, Dentistry, and Engineering at the University of Colorado. He has also served as a Medical Advisor to several companies, Editor in Chief of Medscape Otolaryngology Division, and is the President and CEO of the Society of Physician Entrepreneurs.

In this episode, Dr. Meyers shares his incredible journey in medicine and entrepreneurship. We also delve into the founding of the Society of Physician Entrepreneurs (SOAP) and its mission to empower physicians in getting their ideas to patients.

If you're curious about the intersection of medicine and entrepreneurship, and how you can leverage your clinical skills to make a greater impact, this episode is a must-listen.

To learn more about Dr. Meyers and SOAP, visit https://sopenet.org/. Join us on this enlightening journey as we uncover the possibilities of combining medicine and entrepreneurship for a brighter future in healthcare.

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In this episode of the Underdog Physician Podcast, Dr. Graham Walker, founder of the app MDCalc, shares his journey as an emergency medicine physician and entrepreneur. He discusses the role of simulation medicine and the importance of focusing on medical training before diving into side hustles. Dr. Walker also highlights the potential of AI in clinical decision-making while emphasizing the need for ethical implementation. Tune in for valuable insights on healthcare technology and entrepreneurship.

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In this episode, Dr. Dominic Corrigan, co-founder of Physicians Anonymous.org, shares his personal journey of leaving clinical medicine due to burnout and his mission to provide peer support, coaching, and advocacy to physicians worldwide. He discusses the signs of burnout, the importance of self-care and seeking help, and the impact of creating safe spaces for physicians to share and connect. Dr. Corrigan also talks about the burnout vaccine program and the need for preventative measures and support for physicians at all stages of their careers.

In this episode of the Underdog Physician Podcast, host Charles Gilman interviews Charles Gellman, CEO and co-founder of HiDOHealth. Charles shares how his own experience with a misdiagnosis sparked his passion for healthcare and led to the creation of HiDOHealth, an AI-assisted robotic company. He discusses the challenges and lessons learned in building a startup, emphasizing the importance of networking, mentorship, and surrounding oneself with a diverse and talented team. Charles also discusses the future of AI in healthcare and how HiDOHealth is working towards creating a blueprint for health by improving medication adherence and reducing hospitalizations. Listeners can expect an insightful and inspiring conversation about the intersection of technology and healthcare.

In this episode of the Underdog Physician Podcast, Dr. Chettipally shares his underdog story and discusses his journey from being an emergency medicine physician to becoming a serial entrepreneur in the healthcare technology space. He talks about the importance of blending medical expertise with technology and encourages physicians to be proactive in driving healthcare innovation. Dr. Chettipally also discusses his latest venture, Sirica Therapeutics, where they are developing a VR-based rehabilitation system for patients with autism. He ends with advice for residents and early-stage physicians to explore multiple avenues in healthcare and not limit themselves to clinical practice alone.

In this episode of the Underdog Physician podcast, Dr. Hardik Soni, a board-certified emergency medicine physician and CEO of Ethos Aesthetics and Wellness, shares his journey from choosing medicine influenced by popular culture to pioneering in aesthetics and wellness. Inspired by the TV show "ER" during its peak, Hardik ventured into emergency medicine, which led to an unexpected opportunity in the burgeoning field of aesthetic medicine after a brief interaction with a C-suite executive whose wife needed a physician for her med spa. With minimal initial training, Hardik navigated early challenges and potential risks in aesthetic procedures. He elaborates on the evolution of aesthetic medicine from basic injectables and peels to sophisticated, technology-driven treatments and a holistic approach towards wellness and longevity. Hardik emphasizes the importance of business acumen for physicians, describing the strategic shifts and expansions his practice underwent, underscoring the importance of learning from mistakes, and leveraging business opportunities in aesthetics. He highlights the transformation in patient demographics and the shift towards preventative care, reflecting on his personal growth, the necessity of a reliable team, and the entrepreneurial spirit required in today’s healthcare landscape. Lastly, Hardik offers advice to aspiring practitioners in the aesthetics field, advocating for proper training, mentorship, and the importance of taking decisive action to overcome analysis paralysis.

Dr. Joshua Engle, founder of ExciteMD, shares his underdog story and offers advice on starting a clinic, including the importance of remote patient monitoring. He also emphasizes the need to break down challenges into manageable tasks and encourages experimentation and networking in the digital health space.

Dr. Patel is a successful entrepreneur and real estate investor. He started by flipping nursing homes and transitioned into multifamily syndication. He has a passion for helping professionals create passive income streams and is hosting the Healthcare REI Summit to educate and provide insights for those interested in real estate investing. His advice includes educating oneself, investing in real estate funds, and expanding one's mindset to understand the power of compounding and financial education.

https://thefuturegp.com/healthcare-real-estate-investor-summit-2024/

In this episode of the Underdog Physician Podcast, Dr. Sanjay Sharma, a hematology oncologist, speaks about his journey into medicine and his passion for oncology. He also discusses his interest in real estate and how he became involved in syndication. Dr. Sharma emphasizes the importance of mentorship and the benefits of having a clear vision for your professional endeavors.

In this episode of the Underdog Physician podcast, Thiv Paramsothy, a serial entrepreneur focused on health tech and founder of Hera Fertility, shares his journey from starting a health tech club in college to launching multiple startups. He discusses his passion for improving making patient care more accessible and affordable. Thiv emphasizes the value of mentorship, networking, and learning from setbacks while highlighting Hera Fertility's mission to transform early detection and treatment in fertility care.

In this episode of the Underdog Physician podcast, Dr. Adebayo Fasanya shares his inspiring journey as a critical care doctor and real estate investor. With a mission to increase financial literacy among physicians, he aims to achieve financial independence while balancing his clinical career. Tune in to hear his story and gain valuable insights into building passive income streams.

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Shiv Gaglani, co-founder and CEO of Osmosis, shares his journey of becoming a doctor and developing the company. He discusses his early experiences in healthcare and how they inspired him to pursue a career in medicine. Shiv also talks about his interest in preventive medicine and education, which led him to create Osmosis.

Dr. Umer Khan is a special guest on the Underdog Physician Podcast. He is an internal medicine trained physician who has also founded and led several companies, including IMedHealth and True Talent Online. Dr. Khan has experience in digital health transformation, developing telemedicine portals and mobile applications, and serves as a physician advisor to multiple companies. In this episode, Dr. Khan discusses his journey from resident to physician advisor and shares insights on starting a mobile application venture, finding developers, validating ideas, and the importance of networking and mentorship in the digital health space.

Dr. George Ozoude is a sports orthopedic surgeon and founder of Time Health Capital who asks us to explore our why in our careers and our lives. Dr. Ozoude began in an employed, corporate medical practice and realized that to practice medicine in the way he always imagined he would need to take the next step into his own concierge private practice. He has diversified into real estate and more broadly into real assets like oil and gas as a limited partner and later as a general partner in syndications. These career steps have taken persistence, risk, and tremendous personal growth.  Dr. Ozoude would like to empower fellow physicians to reach their potential and practice medicine the way they always dreamed. 

Time Health Capital

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Dr. Raj Venkatramani is an academic pediatric oncologist, real estate investment sponsor, and fellow podcaster who brings his take on early career development and real estate investing to this episode. Ten years into his practice, Dr. Venkatramani was working hard, living frugally, and investing in the stock market but realized that it would take something else to secure his family’s financial future. That something else was real estate investing- he began as a limited partner in passive real estate deals and now sources his own deals. Going beyond the nuts and bolts of real estate,  his insight into the business mindset for physicians and mentorship are not to be missed. 

REI Doctors with Dr. Rajkumar Venkatramani

https://open.spotify.com/show/4bjxTSKdOsSeFMzKzWUJs3?si=1468c1d6212048ad

Passive Investing Checklist 

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Dr. Ron Himmelman is a board certified emergency medicine physician who has taken his years of experience and shared them with fellow physicians through coaching. This new career path gave him the opportunity to create something and build a business…things which he had never done before that sparked a passion for him. With a compassionate approach, he shares in the process of career reinvention and personal development with physicians at all stages in their careers and lives.

Welcome to the Underdog Physician Podcast, where today we feature Dr. Dana Corriel. As an internal medicine physician, healthcare tech advisor, and a Medscape top 20 physician influencer, Dr. Corriel discusses her journey from practicing medicine to becoming the CEO of SoMeDocs. In today's episode, she shares insights into the flexibility that stepping back from her medical career provided, allowing her to discover hidden talents and ultimately leading her to establish a digital presence in healthcare. Dr. Corriel reveals her experiences with blogging and content creation, and how these skills helped her launch SoMeDocs, aiming to assist physicians in building their online presence. This episode delves into the challenges and triumphs of transitioning from traditional medicine to entrepreneurship, coupled with expert advice for physicians hesitant about stepping into the digital world.

Dr. Varun Verma is an internal medicine-trained physician, hospitalist, global health leader, and start-up founder with a very different career path than most. He has navigated a number of transitions including a move from Australia to the States, switching from a top ophthalmology residency to a field aligned with his life mission, and serving in a global health initiative in Nepal. He is now the co-founder of AndWise, a start-up enabling physicians to keep their financial lives in order so they can best serve their patients and communities. By embracing change and staying true to our personal values and purpose as he has done, we can be empowered to make a difference as physicians in the clinical and non-clinical healthcare spaces.

Zain Syed is a clinical pharmacist, product manager for Amerisource Bergen, podcaster, and thinker on all things healthcare. He began his medical career in oncology “in the trenches” working directly with patients in outpatient infusions and investigational drug services. Loving the work he did, but knowing he wanted something more, Zain set out to discover his passion in health tech through networking and mentoring with health professionals who made the jump into the industry. He is now the host of the podcast Digital Thoughts and publishes a newsletter by the same name. https://zainsyed.substack.com/ Special thanks to Sebby Buccheri for helping with the podcast edit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sebastiano-buccheri/

Dr. Prashant Phalpher is an emergency medicine physician and head of strategy at First Hx which is an AI-powered clinical engagement solution that empowers patients to tell their medical story. He is a believer in learning by doing- whether that is fully immersing yourself in your clinical rotations as a medical student in northern Canada or diving into a start-up as he did. Through his experiences in medical school and as an early-career physician he found his interest in health technology which he shares with us in this episode of the Underdog Physician Podcast. Special thanks to Sebi Buccheri for helping with the podcast edit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sebastiano-buccheri/

Dr. Wang is a VC-backed founder of Quadrant Eye, a start-up improving healthcare access with in-home eye care through tech-based solutions. She recognized her need to be creative early on with writing while at Duke University and later realized that passion as a physician entrepreneur caring for her patients during the COVID pandemic. She is a believer in putting pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard on Twitter!) and expressing who you are for the world to see. Check out her website https://www.quinnwangmd.com/ to learn more about her thoughts in healthcare and beyond and https://www.quadranteye.com/ to see the work she and her team are doing for in-home ophthalmology care.

Special thanks to Sebi Buccheri for helping with the podcast edit:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sebastiano-buccheri/

Dr. Paulius Mui is a third-year family medicine resident from Virginia who sees his role in healthcare as an innovator and leader to advance care for our patients. His journey started as a question- what’s next for you? A question so many of us think about in our journey through medical training and our careers as physicians. In this episode, Dr. Mui shows us how his process of self-discovery has connected him to physicians and businesspeople committed to innovation in the primary care space and shaped his image as a physician.

Special thanks to Sebi Buccheri for helping with the podcast edit:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sebastiano-buccheri/

In this episode, we dive in with Dr. Raihan Faroqui, a physician who transitioned into digital health several years ago and provides value to startups in several ways. He serves as the Head of Medical Affairs & Research at Guaranteed Health in the tech-enabled hospice space. He shares his underdog journey of cracking into the healthcare startup world and offers actionable advice on getting involved in this space.

Dr. Ramin Rafie is a physician leader, disruptor, and healthcare consultant and serves as a consultant to several startups. In this episode, he shares his journey of becoming an advisor to several companies and shares the key ingredient to his success in the health tech world.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/raminmd/

Dr. Navin Goyal is an anesthesiologist, co-founder of Offor Health, beyond physician, and a venture capital firm called LOUD Capital. He is also the author of the Physician Underdog book. In this podcast, Dr. Goyal shares his journey from becoming an MD to VC and offers insights on overcoming limiting beliefs. 

https://beyondphysician.com/

https://www.amazon.com/Physician-Underdog-Leveraging-underdog-mentality/dp/1736600508

Dr. Anmol Goyal is an MBBS candidate at the Maulana Azad Medical College. In this episode, she shares the strategies that she used to secure multiple USCEs in Internal Medicine and its sub-specialities and gives you valuable and actionable advice for securing these limited spots to maximize your chances of successfully matching into a residency program. 

Dr. Michael Chidueme is an MD candidate at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. In this podcast episode, he walks through his journey of becoming a physician and shares helpful insights on acing your clerkships. He also talks about his journey to becoming a physician entrepreneur. Check out his Linkedin profile:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-chidueme-80b62612b/

This podcast is sponsored by Pathosomes.com

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In this episode of the underdog physician podcast, Dr. Archie Jao, a primary care physician and founder of CJR Capital, shares his journey from medicine to real estate investing aimed at aiding healthcare professionals towards financial independence. Dr. Jao, who initially followed a traditional path influenced by cultural expectations, found a unique niche in providing community healthcare and harnessing real estate for economic and personal freedom. He discloses how a personal life event prompted him to reconsider his work-life balance, driving his deeper engagement in real estate to secure more family time while still impacting community health positively. Throughout the discussion, Dr. Jao emphasizes the importance of mentorship, the strategic shift to multifamily properties for efficiency, and fostering financial literacy and independence among medical professionals.

In this podcast, we chat with Dr. Manik Madaan on crafting a compelling Linkedin profile. Dr. Madaan is a YouTuber, researcher, and PGY-1 resident in psychiatry. In this episode, Dr. Madaan shares his tips for writing a strong "About Me" section and highlights some of the things that IMGs should include to give them a competitive edge.

Here is a link to Dr. Manik Madaan's profile:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/manik-madaan-m-d-b405031a6/

Dr. Amita Kumar is a Canadian native and is certified in internal medicine and practices primary care in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Kumar had experience in both private practice and academics and has most recently achieved her life coach and health coach certification. In this podcast episode, she shares her journey toward becoming a physician and talks about self-care, becoming a life coach, and the power of choice.

In this podcast, we chat with Dr. Manik Madaan on crafting a compelling Linkedin profile. Dr. Madaan is a YouTuber, researcher, and PGY-1 resident in psychiatry. In this episode, Dr. Madaan shares his tips for writing a strong "About Me" section and highlights some of the things that IMGs should include to give them a competitive edge.

Here is a link to Dr. Manik Madaan's profile:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/manik-madaan-m-d-b405031a6/

pediatric hematologist-oncologist, researcher, entrepreneur, best-selling author, and ultra-high performance coach. Dr. Kulkrani shares his value system and how anyone can achieve self-mastery. Also, he discusses why fulfillment is more than just career success. Lastly, he shares his journey and offers words of wisdom to those in pursuit of securing a residency spot. You can also check out the amazon link to his book, The Legendary Quest (not-sponsored): https://www.amazon.com/Legendary-Quest-Professionals-Excellence-Fulfillment-ebook/dp/B09VBGPVSG

In this episode, we interview Dr. Kulkarni who is a pediatric hematologist-oncologist, researcher, entrepreneur, best-selling author, and ultra-high performance coach. Dr. Kulkrani shares his value system and how anyone can achieve self-mastery. Also, he discusses why fulfillment is more than just career success. Lastly, he shares his journey and offers words of wisdom to those in pursuit of securing a residency spot. You can also check out the amazon link to his book, The Legendary Quest (not-sponsored):

https://www.amazon.com/Legendary-Quest-Professionals-Excellence-Fulfillment-ebook/dp/B09VBGPVSG

Dr. Obidi is a pediatrician who also holds a master's in public health from Columbia university school of public health. He is the founder and CEO of a family medicine practice, where he leads a team of four family medicine providers caring for both pediatric and adult patients. He's also the CEO of the newborn prep academy and runs an online course called newborn preparation. In this episode, Dr. Obidi shares his unique journey as an IMG and provides helpful guidance to IMGs hoping to match. 

Here is the link to The Newborn Preparation Course:

https://waitlist.newbornprepacademy.com/

As a physician we impact patient's life mostly on an individual level. If we do want to have a broader impact on health care at a community or national level and even have control over our very work then it is important to pursue leadership opportunities. As an underdog it feels very easy to be a follower than be a leader and challenging the status quo can seem like a daunting task.

Residency application will be starting in the next few months. Do you consider yourself an underdog international medical graduate? Are you feeling overwhelmed with the application process or feeling stuck. Come on in, to listen to this episode where Dr. Anish Desai interviews Vidya Kollu,MD  , your very own underdog and host while she shares her residency application journey as a non -us IMG and strategies that helped her match inspite of the odds of requiring a VISA , graduating from a private medical school , not knowing how to network being an introvert and coming from humble middle class background!

In this podcast interview, we will be talking further with Manik Madaan formerly known as Zen Of USMLE. He is a medical graduate from KIMS Medical College, Bangalore, India. He has successfully matched into psychiatry residency at the Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, Pennsylvania. He will be sharing his tips on matching as an IMG and share strategies that will help you achieve your residency success.

In this podcast interview, we will be talking with Manik Madaan formerly known as Zen Of USMLE.He is a medical graduate from KIMS Medical College, Bangalore, India. He has successfully matched into psychiatry residency at the Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, Pennsylvania. He will be sharing his tips on matching as an IMG and share strategies that will help you achieve your residency success.

In this episode of the Underdog Physician Podcast, Dr. Mary Leung, a hematologist oncologist and certified physician life coach, discusses her journey into medicine, influenced by her physician parents and personal experiences with cancer patients. After facing burnout as an attending, the COVID-19 pandemic prompted her to explore life coaching, leading to improved time management and work-life balance. She now runs her coaching program, "Shining with Gratitude," aimed at helping other physicians alleviate stress and rediscover joy in their practice. Dr. Leung emphasizes the value of coaching in fostering introspection and self-discovery for physicians seeking to enhance both their professional and personal lives.

In the previous episode, we talked about Anish’s journey with applying to medical school and discussed they ways you can maximize your chances of getting into a U.S. allopathic medical school as a non-traditional applicant. In this episode, we will be talking about the relevance of gap year when applying to medical school, obtaining LORs, research and volunteering.

The medical school application process will be starting next month. Do you consider yourself to be an underdog medical school applicant because of your MCAT scores or GPA? Come listen to this episode and find out how our very own underdog and co-host, Dr. Anish Desai beat the odds to gain that coveted acceptance letter to a U.S. allopathic medical school. Get helpful tips and learn about things you should be doing to improve your chances.

Welcome to episode 2 of the underdog physicians podcast. As you already might be aware, medical school application process will be starting next month. We are sure this must be an overwhelming, yet exciting times for those applying. There are two different pathways towards becoming a physician in the U.S; allopathic vs osteopathic. In this episode we want to talk about what it means to be an osteopathic physician, dispel some common myths and the challenges you might have to overcome. Osteopathic medicine was founded in the late 1800s to focus on the the body’s innate ability to heal itself. Osteopathic physicians, also known as DOs, work in partnership with their patients. DOs are trained to look at the whole person from their first days of medical school, which means they see each person as more than just a collection of organ systems and body parts that may become injured or diseased. This holistic approach to patient care means that osteopathic medical students learn how to integrate the patient into the health care process as a partner. We have a perfect guest, Dr. Poorvi Shah, to discuss about this topic. Some key take home points from this episode - Please remember to take care of yourself while in medical school and residency. This is one of the most important habits you can develop. - Remember that medicine is a lifelong journey. Your focus should on finding things that are meaningful and fulfilling for you. - Your degree is not a limitation, its your hard work and dedication that ultimately determines your success - When situations don’t work in your favor, instead of being reactive try to educate other parties involved to get them on the same page to be successful - You cannot make everyone happy and always strive to be the best version of yourself Where can people find Dr. Shah. www.drpoorvishah.com

Hello fellow physicians, This is Vidya Kollu and Anish Desai. We would like to welcome you to our very first underdog physicians podcast. We would like to start this podcast by first introducing ourselves. My name is Vidya and I am a hematology oncology fellow. My name is Anish and I am a hospitalist. The idea for this podcast started from a common journey that we both quickly realized we shared- The Underdog Story. We are both first generation Indian American physicians and have struggled a lot to get to where we are now. As underdogs, the deck always feels like its stacked against us. No matter what you do, you never reach your goal and possibly end up in an even more difficult situation. Been there and done that. Matter of fact have a PhD in that. Jokes aside, this journey made us realize that we do not have to do this alone. So we are creating what we wish we had during our times of never-ending struggle. We hope this will be a podcast version of Alicia Keys Underdog song. This podcast is especially for the undergo pre-med, medical students and residents who want a great comeback story. But also for anyone seeking to find a source of inspiration. We will be discussing application process, work-life balance and giving supra-therapeutic doses of motivation and encouragement. We will also be interviewing amazing physicians who overcame great odds and now are doing very inspiring work. So no matter where you are in your journey, if you are someone looking to embrace challenges and find a supportive and nurturing community then you have come to the right place. Namaste