The Worthy Physician
"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 healthcare often leaves physicians feeling disconnected, chasing milestones that fail to bring lasting satisfaction. The Worthy Physician challenges these narratives, prioritizing well-being, core values, and authenticity.
Why Listen?
1. Physician Burnout: Understand its causes and recovery strategies to rediscover joy in medicine.
2. Authentic Self: Explore your identity beyond the white coat and integrate it into all aspects of life.
3. Imposter Syndrome: Overcome doubts, embrace your worth, and value your contributions to medicine.
4. The Arrival Fallacy: Break free from achievement-driven dissatisfaction and find fulfillment in the present.
5. Core Values: Align decisions with what truly matters to live purpose-driven lives.
6. Financial Empowerment: Gain insights on managing debt, creating sustainability, and building financial literacy.
7. Real Stories: Hear physicians' struggles and triumphs, fostering connection and solidarity.
8. Healing Through Storytelling: Share and listen to stories that inspire resilience and growth.
What to Expect
Each episode blends:
- Engaging in Conversations with experts in medicine, psychology, and finance.
- Real-life stories from physicians who've navigated similar challenges.
- Practical Strategies for addressing burnout, improving balance, and enhancing well-being.
- A Supportive Community that celebrates your victories and offers encouragement.
Why It Matters
You are more than your profession—you're a human being with dreams and aspirations. The Worthy Physician reminds you to prioritize your values, honor your well-being, and reignite your passion for medicine.
Who Should Listen?
This podcast is for physicians seeking clarity, fulfillment, and alignment, whether struggling with burnout, imposter syndrome, or the pressures of the medical field.
Join the Movement
Redefine what it means to be a physician today. Subscribe to The Worthy Physician and take the first step toward a healthier, more compassionate approach to medicine.
Episodes
151 episodes
The Art of Healing: How Creativity Shapes Medicine with Dr. Baumgaertel, MD
What happens when a high-producing physician decides to walk away from a successful 25-year medical career? Dr. Susan Baumgartel shares her transformative journey from traditional internal medicine to patient advocacy and authorship in this can...
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27:18
Why You Don't Need to Choose Between Being a Doctor and Being Human
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 e...
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25:59
Second Acts: Redesigning Your Medical Career Path
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 pr...
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22:19
Philanthropy and Care: Exploring Dr. Sweet's Mission and The Sweet Emergency Fund
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, ...
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16:28
Navigating Change: A Physician’s Journey to Financial Freedom with Dr. Sabharwal
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 ...
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24:25
Unlocking New Levels of Growth and Fulfillment with Dr. Shai Efrati, MD
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 exp...
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42:36
Healing Trauma and Empowering Lives with Emotional Freedom Technique with Dr. Jill Wener, MD
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-...
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29:30
Balancing Brain Chemistry for Mental Clarity with Dr. Scott Sherr
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 Optimi...
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34:29
Building Wealth in Medicine: A Conversation with Rocky Lalvani
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 educati...
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45:17
Finding Inspiration and Self-Worth in Medicine: Embracing Emotional and Personal Growth with Dr. Sarah Wittry, DO
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. T...
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48:21
Navigating New Horizons: A Pediatric Endocrinologist's Journey from Clinical Practice to Chief Medical Officer in the Pharma Industry with Dr. Kreher, MD
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. K...
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20:41
Healing from Within: Dr. Archana Shrestha on Balancing Medicine, Motherhood, and Self-Care
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 t...
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37:44
Confronting Inner Demons, Ghouls and Goblins: Embracing Imperfection and Reclaiming Mental Peace
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, perfecti...
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7:32
Unlocking Motivation: The Role of the Habenula and an Iterative Mindset in Mental Health and Habits
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...
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33:15
From Doctor to Patient: Dr. Kadar's Journey of Overcoming Heart Disease and Embracing New Beginnings
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 physi...
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35:56
A Conversation on Stress, Compassion, and The Way of the Peaceful Warrior with Dan Millman
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 ligh...
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45:21
Harnessing Accountability: Dr. Mary Rensel, MD on Transforming Careers, Intentional Living and Personal Growth Insights
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....
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17:55
Becoming Her Own Best Friend: Dr. Olivia Ong's Journey from Injury to Self-Compassion
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 f...
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27:44
The Hidden Struggles of Physicians: Dr. Megan Melo, MD on Perfectionism, Burnout, and Self-Care
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, reside...
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30:57
Creating Meaningful Connections Through Daily Life
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...
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Overcoming Physician Burnout: The Power of Self-Advocacy and Collaboration with Dr. Todd Otten
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 hurdl...
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28:22
The Healing Power of Coaching for Doctors with Dr. Michael Hersh, MD and Dr. Arpita Gupta DePalma, MD
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...
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38:53
Embracing Authenticity and Rejecting Societal Expectations: A Journey to Self-Worth with Jillian Rigert
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 ...
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46:20
Embrace Summer: A Time for Self-Reflection and Purposeful Growth
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 N...
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8:21
Rekindling the Healer's Spirit: Navigating Burnout and Rediscovery in Medicine with Dr. Yolanda Bogaert
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 tumult...
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