1Medical - 1 in Focus
Many people think that once they become a doctor, they will likely work in a hospital their whole life. Stay tuned because our guest Dr. Michelle Withers shares her experiences that will motivate aspiring doctors wishing to explore beyond the hospital. Michelle currently works as a Senior Emergency and Retrieval Specialist based in Alice Springs. She has a wealth of experience in many rural locations around the country and a passion for animals. She will discuss her career path journey, what she loves about her roles, the challenges she faces outside of the hospital, and advice on how to get into Retrieval Medicine and Emergency Medicine if that is what you are seeking.
1Medical - 1 in Focus
1Medical - 1 in Focus with Dr. Jean-Yves Kanyamibwa
The journey to becoming an Emergency Medicine Specialist in Australia.
What should you do when you experience burnout and struggle to find a work-life balance?
Dr. Jean-Yves Kanyamibwa, known as Dr. Yanni, shares an overview of his journey to becoming an Emergency Medicine Specialist, why he emigrated from the UK to Australia, and provides his advice to any junior or aspiring Emergency Medicine doctors.
In this episode we cover the following topics:
- Dr. Yanni’s journey to becoming an Emergency Medicine Specialist
- How to manage the work-life balance from a doctor’s perspective
- How locum work can help you grow as an individual and in your career
- Advice for all junior doctors – your mental health is important!
- Advice for aspiring Emergency medicine doctors