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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.

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BONUS | Maximizing Patient Care Hours: Creative Ways to Gain Patient Care Experience

October 25, 2024 • Leigha Barbieri • Season 2 • Episode 5

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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 @Heather_theinjector, shares her experiences and insights into how to effectively gather patient care hours and the importance of shadowing in the medical field. Leigha shares some tips and tricks to gaining patient care hours while also creating strong connections and even making money. The episode also features a pop medicine moment highlighting a recent MedPage article about the benefits of intermittent fasting, particularly how it may improve memory and executive function in cognitively normal older adults with insulin resistance. Tune in for valuable advice on preparing for your medical career and the latest health-related research!

*Not Medical Advice. Our views do not reflect the views of our employers.*

Thank you so much for listening! Let me know what you think and leave a review on whichever listening platform you’re enjoying on. In that review, write your instagram handle so I can shout you out on the next episode. And if you’re interested in being on the podcast, head over to my TikTok or Instagram account @helloimthepa and send me a message! I’m always happy to hear from you.

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