One Percent Doctor Podcast

From ER to Entrepreneur: Dr. Pena's Health Journey

Adam Lamb

In this episode of the 1% Doctor Podcast, host Adam Lamb interviews Dr. Christien Pena, a young physician who has transitioned from emergency medicine to a concierge health model focused on optimizing men's health. Dr. Pena shares his journey from struggling in school to becoming a successful doctor, his experiences in the Caribbean, and the challenges he faced during residency. He discusses the importance of recognizing health needs in younger patients and how he aims to educate and empower men over 30 to take control of their health through personalized care and hormonal optimization. The conversation also touches on the entrepreneurial aspects of building a health-focused business and the significance of creating meaningful connections with patients.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Pena's Journey
06:15 The Path to Emergency Medicine
09:48 Overcoming Challenges in Medical Training
13:00 Recognizing the Need for Health Optimization
19:14 Building a Business in Health and Wellness
26:35 Creating Content and Connecting with Patients
28:29 Identifying the Ideal Client for Health Services

Takeaways

Dr. Pena's journey to becoming a physician was driven by personal experiences and a calling.
His time in the Caribbean provided unique insights into medical education.
Emergency medicine appealed to him due to its fast-paced and high-stakes environment.
Overcoming the challenge of not matching into his desired residency was pivotal in his career.
Recognizing a need for health optimization in younger patients inspired his current practice.
Hormonal health is crucial for overall well-being and performance.
Creating content is essential for connecting with patients and educating them.
Dr. Pena's ideal clients are motivated men over 30 looking to improve their health.
The impact of personal health extends to family and future generations.

Social Media Links

Dr. Christien Pena
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pena_md/

Adam Lamb
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamlamb33/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adam.lamb.718/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-lamb-tx/

Website

One Percent Doctor: https://theonepercentlife.com/