So You Want to Work in Healthcare
So you want you work in healthcare, but you’re not sure where to start. I’m Leigha, your host of this podcast, and I’m bringing you the inside scoop on healthcare professions. From doctors, to PA’s to healthcare administrators and CRNAs, my goal is to let professionals tell their stories, and give honest reviews of the careers they have chosen.
So whether you’re considering a job in healthcare, or you simply have an interest in what we do- this show is for you!
Listen in for fun medicals facts and learn a thing or two about each guest's specialty. I'm interviewing healthcare professionals in all fields, from dermatology and aesthetic medicine, to orthopedic surgery and critical care.
And for my fellow healthcare workers- I encourage you to listen to the stories on this podcast, to give us all a better understanding the lives and careers of our colleagues. Bc after all, healthcare is a team effort.
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Episodes
28 episodes
Can A Sabbatical Actually Cure Burnout?
In this episode of the So You Want to Work in Healthcare podcast, host Leigha, a physician assistant, delves into the pressing issue of burnout in the healthcare profession. She explores the concept of taking a sabbatical as a potential remedy ...
Navigating Burnout and Financial Independence with Psych PA Kat Astrup
In this episode of the So You Want to Work in Healthcare podcast, host Leigha welcomes Kat Astrup, the founder of PA the FI Way and a Psychiatry PA, to discuss her career journey and her mission to help PAs with their finances. ...
Breaking the Burnout Cycle: How Sabbaticals Can Save Healthcare Workers
Links: Find Leigha's free Sabbatical Starter guide or sign up for her online course at here website: OffDutyOnPurpose.comIn this episode, host Leigha returns after a hiat...
Mastering Nursing Exams and Careers: Tips from Archer Review's Morgan Taylor
In this episode of the "So You Want to Work in Healthcare" podcast, host Leigha welcomes Dr. Morgan Taylor, a pediatric nurse practitioner and the chief nursing officer at the Archer Review. Morgan shares her journey into healthcare, which bega...
Inside OnCall Solutions: Dr. Ralph Gonzalez on Hospitalist Medicine and Healthcare Leadership
Episode Summary:In this episode of the "So You Want to Work in Healthcare" podcast, host Leigha welcomes Dr. Ralph Gonzalez, the Executive Chief Medical Officer for OnCall Solutions and a seasoned hospitalist. Dr. Gonzalez sha...
The Road Less Traveled: Dr. Zack Borab on Medicine, Travel, and Work-Life Balance
In this episode of the So You Want to Work in Healthcare podcast, host Leigha welcomes Dr. Zack Borab, a fellowship-trained plastic surgeon who recently completed his training and joined a practice in Monmouth County, New Jersey. Leigha and Dr....
BONUS | Surprising Tips for PA School Success: Mental Health, Study Habits, and More
In this bonus episode of the "So You Want to Work in Healthcare" podcast, our host Leigha shares valuable advice gathered from her Instagram followers, specifically tailored for current and prospective Physician Assistant (PA) students and medi...
Mastering Medicine and Money: Insights from PA & Financial Coach Kristin Burton
In this episode of the "So You Want to Work in Healthcare" podcast, host Leigha Barbieri sits down with Kristin Burton, a critical care Physician Assistant (PA) and founder of Strive Coaching, a company dedicated to financial literacy for medic...
BONUS | Maximizing Patient Care Hours: Creative Ways to Gain Patient Care Experience
In this episode of the "So You Want to Work in Healthcare" podcast, hosts Leigha and Heather discuss essential tips for acquiring patient care hours, a common query among aspiring PA and med school applicants. Heather Struhl, also known as @Hea...
Healing Beyond the Clinic with Dr. Xander Boger, Physical Therapist and Mind-Body Coach
In this episode of the So You Want to Work in Healthcare podcast, host Leigha welcomes Dr. Xander Boger, a physical therapist and mind-body movement coach, known for her appearance on the Netflix show Queer Love Ultimatum. Xander shares her jou...
BONUS | OR Etiquette 101: Essential Tips for Your First Day in the Operating Room (Part 1)
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The Rad Reality: Challenges and Triumphs of a Critical Care PA
In this episode of "So You Want to Work in Healthcare," host Leigha introduces us to Joseph Rad, a seasoned critical care Physician Assistant (PA) with seven years of experience based in Atlanta, Georgia. Leigha and Joseph delve into his journe...
From Surgery to Psych: Meg Conover's Versatile PA Career
"So You Want to Work in Healthcare" is a podcast hosted by Leigha Barbieri, designed to provide an insider's perspective on various healthcare professions. In this episode, Leigha interviews Meg Conover, a seasoned Physician Associate (PA) with...
BONUS | Pit Stains and Power Poses: Surviving My PA School Interview
Interview Tips! In this bonus episode of the "So You Want to Work in Healthcare" podcast, host Leigha shares her personal experience with the PA school interview process. Originally an audio from a YouTube video, Leigha offers practical tips an...
From Med School to Med Tech: Omar Khateeb’s Unconventional Journey
In this episode of "So You Want to Work in Healthcare," host Leigha Barbieri interviews Omar Khateeb, an entrepreneur and host of the "State of Medtech" podcast. Omar shares his unique journey from medical school dropout to successful medical d...
BONUS: Breaking Down PA Salaries | What You Need to Know About Top Paying Specialties
In this episode of the "So You Want to Work in Healthcare" podcast, hosts Leigha Barbieri and guest Heather Struhl, both physician assistants, delve into the top ten highest paying specialties for PAs. They kick off with a discussion on the pai...
Breaking Barriers in Healthcare: Lauren Leckliter's Path from ICU Nurse to Clinical Specialist
In this episode of "So You Want to Work in Healthcare?" host Leigha Barbieri interviews Lauren Leckliter, a seasoned nurse and clinical specialist in thoracic perfusion. Lauren shares her deeply personal journey into healthcare, shaped by her f...
BONUS: Breaking Down the Top Ten Jobs in Healthcare
In this episode of the "So, You Want to Work in Healthcare?" podcast, host Leigha and returning guest Heather discuss the top ten healthcare jobs as reported by U.S. News. They provide insights into each profession, discussing aspects like medi...
The Onc Doc: Bridging Gaps in Oncology and Beyond
This episode of the "So You Want to Work in Healthcare" podcast features Dr. Sanjay Juneja (you may know him as @theoncdoc), a hematologist-oncologist, entrepreneur, podcast host, and social media personality. Host Leigha Barbieri delves into D...
BONUS: Inside Orthopedic Surgery | A PA's Perspective
As the host of the So You Want to Work in Healthcare podcast, I shared a bonus episode to provide more content to my listeners. In this episode, I discussed my experience as a Physician Assistant (PA) in orthopedic surgery, highlighting why I c...
Exploring the Realities of a Career as a Nurse Anesthetist with Chrissy Massaro, CRNA
Join us on the "So You Want to Work in Healthcare" podcast where your host, Leigha, dives into the diverse world of healthcare professions. In this insightful episode, Leigha interviews Chrissy Massaro, a seasoned nurse anesthetist, co-founder ...
Neuro Endovascular Surgeon Dr. Mohamed Teleb, Creator of the VAN Stroke Assessment
In this episode of "So You Want to Work in Healthcare," host Leigha dives into the world of healthcare professions, providing listeners with an insider's perspective on various career paths. Today's guest, Dr. Mohamed Teleb, an endovascular sur...
Advancing Your Nursing Career: Tips and Advice from the Experts
In this episode of "So You Want to Work in Healthcare," I'm joined by two esteemed guests, Kaitlyn Patrick and Gina St. Jean, who bring a wealth of experience in the nursing field. Katy, with 16 years of service, is currently at Bay State Medic...
Inside the World of Podiatry: A Conversation with Dr. Bryanna Vesely
In this episode, the host Leigha welcomes Dr. Bryanna Vesely, a podiatry fellow with a masters in public health, to discuss her experience in the medical field thus far. Dr. Vesely shares her journey from being a ballet dancer to pursuing a car...