The Doc Talk Podcast
Dr. Shazma Mithani and Dr. Sheila Wijayasinghe have spent years navigating the health care system. Not just as doctors for their patients, but as moms for their kids, and patients themselves. And they know it's not always straightforward.
Every two weeks they'll take a real question from a real patient, and provide in-depth answers with a clear path to action, with help from other trusted experts.
No jargon. No time wasted. Just real talk about real issues from two doctors who've seen it all. And they'll give you the inside scoop on how to navigate the health care system like a pro.
This is The Doc Talk.
Disclaimer: The Doc Talk is for general information purposes only. This podcast is not intended to replace medical advice from your doctor. While we are doctors, we are not your doctor. Always speak to your own healthcare provider for questions related to your personal health needs.
The Doc Talk Podcast
5. Could Medicine Learn a Thing or Two From Professional Sport?
Key Discussion Points:
- The Journey from Hockey to Medicine:
- What inspired Hayley to pursue a new career as a physician after her legendary hockey career?
- How her experience as a professional athlete shaped her training and approach to medicine.
- Lessons from Sports to Medicine:
- The parallels between high-performance sports and practicing medicine.
- How discipline, teamwork, and resilience from sports have influenced her medical career.
- Challenges as a Woman in Sport and Medicine:
- Navigating gender pay gaps and systemic barriers in both industries.
- Reflections on being a role model for women breaking barriers in hockey and healthcare.
- Burnout and Resilience:
- Addressing the high burnout rates in emergency medicine and across healthcare.
- Hayley’s personal experiences with burnout and the strategies she’s used to mitigate it.
- Improving Canada’s Healthcare System:
- Insights from working in rural and emergency settings.
- Hayley’s thoughts on the biggest challenges facing healthcare in the next decade.
- Sport and Medicine: A Two-Way Learning Opportunity:
- What can healthcare professionals learn from the world of professional sports?
- Lessons medicine could impart to the sports world.
Closing Segment:
- “Prescription for Patients”: Hayley shares her top tip for Canadians navigating the healthcare system.
Disclaimer:
The Doc Talk is for general information purposes only and is not a substitute for personalized medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for your specific health needs.