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DGM #039: Ubuntu Leadership: How Dr. Nondumiso Found Her Purpose Beyond the White Coat

February 27, 2025 • Kimberly Brown, MD, MPH • Season 3 • Episode 39

Heeeyyy Doc! 👋🏾 Have you ever found yourself wondering, “What’s next for me beyond the bedside?” or felt torn between your love for medicine and the pull toward something more? In this episode of The Docs Get Money Podcast, I sit down with the incredible Dr. Nondumiso Makhunga-Stevenson, a South African physician-turned-executive coach, who knows exactly what it’s like to stand at that crossroads. Her story is nothing short of inspiring—from growing up in Umlazi township to becoming a leader in global healthcare, all while carrying the rich legacy of her family’s healing traditions.

We dive into what it really means to be a physician who leads with Ubuntu—that deep, soulful understanding that “I am because we are.” Dr. Nondumiso shares how she went from feeling lost in the non-clinical world to owning her identity as a leader and coach, helping other doctors break free from perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and career confusion. If you’ve ever felt boxed in by your white coat or questioned if stepping into leadership or entrepreneurship is your thing, this conversation is your permission slip to think bigger.

We also unpack how investing in coaching (yes, for yourself!) can be the game-changer you didn’t know you needed—and how embracing community, mentorship, and self-awareness can unlock doors you never imagined possible. Plus, Dr. Nondumiso’s journey of moving across continents for love (and reestablishing her network from scratch) will have you cheering her on!

If you’re ready to lead with purpose, build a career aligned with your values, and create a legacy that goes beyond patient charts, this episode is for you. Don’t just settle—step into the bigger vision for your life and career.

Follow Dr. Nondumiso on Instagram: @dr_nondumiso

Follow Dr. Nondumiso on LinkedIn: Dr. Nondumiso Makhunga-Stevenson

Visit Dr. Nondumiso’s Website here: ubuntudoctorcoaching.com

Listen to Dr. Nondumiso’s podcast here: Doctors of The Baobab

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