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Have you ever heard someone say, "Well, it's not like it's brain surgery!"...but what if it literally is? Dr. Evan Winograd is a neurosurgeon who also happens to be a marathoner. How did he get through 7 years of grueling surgical training AFTER medical school? How in the world does he find time to train for marathons? [ From the archies. ] SUBSCRIBE. Rate & Review. Thank you! Subscribe to the com...

Today's episode is about how to shift the residency interview from a "stressful requirement" to your "secret weapon" regardless of your board scores, academic accolades, or numerous research publications. And if you're like me, you've been told some variation of:  "You won't make it." "You're not good enough." "Consider another career." May be the odds literally are against you, but all you need i...

Don't overlook these vague, "hidden" or seemingly "harmless" clauses in your physician job contract.  SUBSCRIBE. Rate and review! Share this episode with a friend today. Thank you : )  Other contract negotiation episodes to checkout:  START HERE: What's More Important: Salary or Autonomy Other negotiation dimes:  5 Hidden Things to Look for in a Disability Clause How to Negotiate for a Moving Bonu...

Dr. Kim Johnson Hatchett is a board certified neurologist whose "non-traditional" journey started with a business degree. On today's episode, she shares her journey to medicine and how she passed her neurology boards after 3 attempts. PLUS! She shares a very powerful message at the end.  Episode mentioned: Failure Breeds Success SUBSCRIBE. Rate and review! Share this episode with one person. Thank...

The era of doctorpreneurs is growing, and if medical school wasn't long enough, many doctors are also going to business school. I've heard these questions many times:  Is an MBA worht it? Do you need it as a doctor? Dr. Mariam Molani is a pathologist who obtained both a DO and MBA and she walks us through her journey, why she decided to get an MBA, the type of MBA she recommends for doctros, and m...

There are so many emotions that come with the start of residency. And despite sitting through HOURS of orientation, there are many things about intern year that you won't be told. That changes today... Share this episode with an intern! Instagram reel that Dr. Trot references in the episode: click here! SUBSCRIBE wherever you're listening! Thank you for being here. Checkout the DOCTORGOALS newslet...

The first year of residency is one of the HARDEST years of medical training. Dr. Drew Beaubian is an emergency medicine resident who shares her tips on how to navigate and  survive  intern year.  Highlights: Should you study after you match and you're waiting for residency to start? How to navigate a difficult rotation (and people). How to study as an intern despite working 10-16+ hour days.  Feel...

The disability clause in a physician contract is one of the (many) parts of the contract that seem boring and trivial when you first start a job but it could drastically affect your life if you don't pay close enough attention.  Physician contracts are overwhelming. Learn more from the physician's perspective. Become you're own advocate. Stand strong in what you believe in...which includes you! Th...

Dr. Shani Esparaz is a board certified ophthalmologist who stepped outside of the box and became an entrepreneur creating a direct care ophthalmology practice where she removed the "middle man" of insurance and works directly with patient.  Topic highlights:   Taking risks in medicine. The benefits of a direct care practice. How she decided on how to price her services. The first few steps to take...

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Dr. Kyle Burton graduated from Harvard Medical School with a dual degree obtaining an MD-MPP and he's here to share his BEST study tip! [ From the archives. ] SUBSCRIBE. Rate and review! Share this episode with one person today. Thank you : )  ----- Follow the journeys:  Dr. Kyle Burton IG > @kylerenardb Dr. Trot:  Dr. Trot >  @iamdrtrot   DOCTORGOALS >  @doctorgoals   Comfy shirts > doctorgoals.c...

"I'm going to go against the grain of what I've taken to be as my norm, which shouldn't be my norm with criticizing myself too much and not believing in myself. And I'm going to fight against that..." Powerful words said by Chris Wachuku, a senior medical student who is moments away from starting his dermatology residency.  On today's episode, we talk about:  How to overcome being your own worst e...

Dr. Ron Ortizo is a gastroenterologist who originally didn't plan on becoming a doctor. His career started as a high school science teacher. Education fueled his passion and his career path seemed pretty clear. But then things changed and he started to consider the idea of becoming a doctor. On today's episode:  How (and why) he changed his path from becoming a high school teacher to a doctor. How...

This episode is a part of the NEW contract negotiation series on The DOCTORGOALS Podcast. Other episodes to checkout: Contract Negotiation: Why You Need This Termination Clause in Your Contract How to Negotiate for a Moving Bonus Malpractice Insurance: What Every Doctor (and Trainee) Needs to Know Life as a Plastic Surgeon Attending, the Before and After with Dr. Wilton Triggs II What's More Impor...

Dr. Erin McBride Johnson is an emergency medicine physician who burned out...twice. For awhile, she put her head down and "pushed through" clinging onto the belief that life will get better, "Once I'm an attending." And in many ways, it did. But, it was temporary.  On today's episode, we talk about: The challenges of becoming a new attending that we  don't learn about in training but can have a bi...

Not matching into a residency position is more common than you think but who can really be prepared to receive the dreaded news that they did NOT match?  If you didn't match or will be applying to residency in the future, click play for an important listen.  If you know someone who didn't match, please share this episode with them.  Proof that it's possible to succeed as a doctor after not matchin...

March madness!  If you matched into a residency position, first off CONGRATULATIONS! Next up, tune into this episode to hear what to do (and expect) next.  SUBSCRIBE. Rate and review! Share this episode with one person today. Thank you : )  Be sure to checkout this episode before you start intern year!: How to Survive Intern Year with Emergency Medicine Resident Dr. Drew Beaubian ----- Follow the...

Dr. Mannat Kaur walked into college with a plan to become the next doctor. What original seemed clear became a tough, murky journey that put her dream into question. Despite not getting into U.S. medical schools, she took advantage of her acceptance at a Caribbean medical school, which ultimately led her to secure a residency position in New York City. Dr. Mannat Kaur shares why it's so important...

Dr. Karen Leitner is a physician coach who shares 10 ways (and other incredible tips!) to make your day easier as a woman doctor. Some are "small" changes that you can start doing today and watch it make a BIG impact on your work day and possibly even happiness. Overview:   Don't check your email during clinic hours. Say thank you for waiting instead of, "I'm sorry I'm late".   Tell patients that...

It's easy to get overwhelmed by a physician job contract and just want to sign to secure the job and to finally start making money as an attending. But before you jump to signing, there actually is a lot to consider before you sign that lengthy, legal document.  On today's episode, we talk about an important termination clause that you should look for in your contract. And, if it's not there, why...

Dr. Damien Medrano is a radiology resident and co-founder of Built for Medicine who shares his journey as an underrepresented minority and the first in his family to become a doctor.   We also talk about:   Why he didn't fully dedicate himself to medical school as a pre-med student. Why his interests switched from pediatrics to surgery to, "Nothing is really grabbing my attention…" to ultimately g...

Getting into medical school is hard enough, but chosing which specialty to go into can be a very overwhelming and daunting decision. On today's episode, multiple doctors share: Why they decided to go into their specialty.  The best part about their specialty.  Common misconceptions about their specialty.  Advice for those interested in their specialty.  The inside scoop directly from those "walkin...

Dr. Lauren Powell (aka The Culinary Doctor) is a board certified family medicine physician who has a special interest in nutrition. But let's face it, busy schedules can make it difficult and feel impossible to priortize your eating. On today's episode, Dr. Powell shares how to do just that with actionable tips!  Share this with one person today!  Fun finger clickies:  Dr. Lauren Powell > @drlaure...

It's easy to get overwhelmed by a physician job contract and just want to sign to secure the job and to finally start making money as an attending. But before you jump to signing, there actually is a lot to consider before you sign that lengthy, legal document.  On today's episode, we talk about why a moving bonus is so important and how to negotiate for one. It could literally save you thousands...