Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses
Being married to medicine comes with challenges—long hours, relocations, and feeling like you’re navigating it all alone. That’s where this podcast comes in.
I’m sharing the things I wish someone had told me—how to survive medical training, juggle parenting, manage finances, and actually build a life you love. We’ll cover everything from making friends in a new city to understanding insurance, finding childcare, and staying connected as a couple.
Some episodes will be just me, sharing real stories and lessons learned. Other times, I’ll bring on expert guests—financial advisors, physician spouses, and those who’ve been through it all—to offer practical advice.
Most of all, this is a place for community. A space where you can feel understood, supported, and even laugh along the way. Because being married to medicine doesn’t mean doing it alone.
So grab a coffee (or wine!), and let’s talk about the real side of life Behind The White Coat.
Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses
Latest Episodes
#56| Realistic Productivity For Busy Physician Spouses
Productivity feels impossible when our day is built around interruptions, mental load, and everyone else’s needs. We share realistic ways to plan, focus, and build simple systems so we feel more in control without waking up earlier or chasing p...
#55| You Can Build A Beautiful Home Without Blowing Your Budget
In this episode with Aditi Pemmaraju, we break down how to create a luxury look at home without overspending, especially when medical life makes you feel rushed and behind. We share a simple tier system for smart splurges, easy design dupes, an...
#54| From High Income To Real Wealth For Physician Couples
We challenge the idea that a high income automatically creates wealth and talk about why autonomy matters more than a number on a paycheck. With Clay Jarrell, CFP, we map practical moves physician couples can take in residency and early attendi...
#53| The Male Physician Spouse Experience: Identity, Support, and Balance
We talk with Sean McIntyre about the male physician spouse experience and the real tension between supporting a partner in medical training while protecting your own identity. Sean shares what helped his family get through medical s...
#52| Are You Rich Or Are You Wealthy
In this episode with Lane R. Gerhardt, we talk about how buying a home with student loans and a short work history can feel impossible until you understand how physician loans and bank portfolio lending actually work. We talk throug...