Designing Healthcare that Cares Podcast

You don’t have to be on a basketball court to know what it means to be under pressure. In this episode of Designing Healthcare That Cares , Dr. Laura Suttin talks with Coach Mark Gottfried, a nationally recognized NCAA coach turned motivational speaker, about the parallels between leading a team of athletes and leading a team of healthcare professionals. Mark opens up about his decades on the side...

Dr. Ruth Mannschreck is a dentist, business owner, and founder of Shoreline Strategies LLC, focusing on helping practice owners become more efficient and streamlined.  She’s a wealth of experience and expertise on practical things that clinicians and/ or business owners can do to improve their processes and build a healthy culture.  Here are my takeaways from this incredible episode- Asking for he...

In this solo episode, I announce a new brand I’m launching - Dr. Laura Suttin: Designing Healthcare that Cares. The new brand reflects an evolution of my work and of my own personal development. This shift isn’t just about a new name or logo. It’s about stepping more fully into the work I’m meant to do, while adding consulting and speaking to my suite of services. I still love coaching, I’m still...

Dr. Dawn Sears is a nationally recognized gastroenterologist, speaker, coach, and fierce advocate for women in medicine. In this heartfelt episode, she shares her inspiring journey from leading wellness initiatives in her hospital (starting with soda machines!) to creating powerful coaching communities that are truly changing the face of leadership in healthcare. Here are my key takeaways from thi...

What happens when we realize that fitting into traditional medicine might mean losing touch with who we really are? In this heart-opening conversation, I’m joined by my good friend Dr. Tracey O’Connell. Tracey is a Board Certified radiologist, Professional Certified Coach, and facilitator of Brené Brown’s Shame Resilience Program.  Together, we explore the emotional weight of medical training, the...

In this heartfelt episode of The Purposeful MD Podcast , I am joined by the incomparable Gregory Proctor. Gregory is a Navy veteran, cancer survivor, and award-winning author.  He truly is energy in motion. He shares his extraordinary story of transformation, from high-powered executive to cancer patient and now to mission-driven philanthropist and inspiration to so many. Here are the key takeaway...

One of the most delightful guests I’ve ever had on the podcast! Rachel Pedersen is an online marketing expert, a content creator, and business owner who has scaled to over 3 million followers, and reached over 100 million people annually. Her authentic and warm approach attracts millions to her website and her programs. She’s also a proud mom and wife. Her 2022 book, Unfiltered , is a USA Today be...

In this solo episode, Dr. Laura Suttin shares how she identified her four core values—purpose, connection, empowerment, and joy—and how they became the compass guiding her decisions, boundaries, and energy.  You'll hear how to uncover your own values, spot where you’ve drifted, and take one simple step to realign. Inside the episode: The wake-up moment when success felt empty How to name your valu...

In this episode of The Purposeful MD Podcast, Dr. Laura Suttin welcomes Alan Utley, a speaker, coach, and culture crafter with 25 years in senior HR leadership. Alan shares his journey from accidental HR beginnings to pioneering the “Fanatical Grace” framework — a powerful approach to transforming workplace culture through humanity, accountability, and kindness. This conversation is filled with la...

In this inspiring conversation, I sit down with my good friend and colleague, Dr. Lindsey Van Duyn , a family physician and the founder of Immersive Medical Therapy . What started as a personal mission to help teens in her rural Iowa community has grown into a pioneering program that is making a real impact in the lives of adolescents struggling with depression and anxiety. Dr. Van Duyn shares how...

Dr. Kara Pepper is a primary care internist, executive coach, and founder of Micropractice Mastermind. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, she’s a passionate advocate for physicians building sustainable, joyful careers—on their own terms. She’s a true example of leadership.  In this episode, she dives deep into her own journey through burnout and career reinvention, and provides incredible insights for any...

We all face disappointment — a client backs out, a project falls flat, a dream opportunity slips away. But what if setbacks aren’t signs to stop… but signs to look deeper ? In this solo episode, I’m sharing how to reframe disappointment so that it becomes a tool for growth instead of a roadblock. You’ll learn how to normalize discomfort, shift your inner dialogue, and start seeing challenges as in...

Dr. Mrinalini Kulkarni-Date is an Associate Professor and Division Chief of Endocrinology in Austin, Texas. She’s also a tireless advocate for advancing women in medical leadership positions, and serves as a mentor and career coach for women seeking to develop thriving careers in medicine. She’s a true example of leadership. She dives deep into her own journey and the challenges of being a woman i...

In this episode of The Purposeful MD Podcast , I talk with Dr. Melissa Milanak, licensed clinical psychologist and founder of Mind Impact Consulting, about the critical importance of sleep for optimal performance and wellbeing. Dr. Milanak shares how our society's perspective on sleep is shifting from viewing it as a luxury to recognizing it as essential for peak performance and health. We cover: ...

We’ve been taught to believe that confidence comes first—that we need to feel ready before we take the leap. But the truth? Confidence is built through action, not before it. In this solo episode, I’m unpacking why waiting for confidence is keeping you stuck—and how small, aligned actions are the real catalysts for growth. You’ll hear real stories from my coaching clients who acted before they fel...

In this episode of The Purposeful MD Podcast , I talk with Dr. Stephanie Pearson, former OB-GYN and CEO of Pearson Ravitz, about the critical importance of disability and life insurance for physicians.  After a career-ending injury, Dr. Pearson turned her experience into a mission—helping doctors avoid the same mistakes she made. We cover: ✔️ Why your employer’s insurance might not be enough ✔️ Ke...

Dr. Andrea Austin is a leading emergency physician, simulation educator, author, and advocate for physician well-being. Her book, “Revitalized: A Guidebook to Following Your Healing Heartline,” was published in October 2024. Join this heartfelt and empowering conversation to hear how to create a thriving career and advocate for impactful change in healthcare. Connect with Dr. Austin here: www.andr...

In this solocast episode, we dive into the power of letting go and focusing only on what we can control. As physicians, we’re wired to fix problems, but when we try to control the uncontrollable, it leads to frustration, exhaustion, and burnout.  I’ll share key insights from my book, The Purposeful MD-Creating the Life You Love Without Guilt , to help you recognize when it’s time to let go and how...

Dr. Judith Borger is a mother of three, a wife, a Board Certified physician specializing in Pediatric Emergency Medicine, and a successful business owner of both The Aesthetic Doctor and Concierge Medical Arts.  Her mission is to help others create their most authentic and beautiful lives, to include their self-image and relationship to self, relationships with others and their businesses. Join th...

Dr. Michelle Quirk is a Board certified pediatrician, a runner, and an RRCA certified running coach. She is the founder of Mindful Marathon, where she coaches busy professionals to hit their running goals.  She shares her journey with running and her approach to running, as well as the importance of starting wherever you are and honoring your own needs. Follow Dr. Quirk here - Website: mindful-mar...

Is this the time of year where you are planning for the future? In this episode, I explore a fresh perspective on planning, inspired by Oliver Burkeman’s Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals . Learn how to: Embrace uncertainty and focus on what truly matters. Build habits that support the person you want to become. Find the freedom that comes from embracing the reality that we don’t ha...

“Never underestimate the power of words.” Dr. Christina Gomez is an oncologist, a published author, and a mom to a young son.  For 15 years, Dr. Gomez collected poignant things patients said to her and wrote the book Stopped in My Tracks: A Physician’s Collection of Cancer Patients’ Quotes to share their insights with a wider audience. Her book was released in June 2023. Join this powerful convers...

One of my most inspiring podcasts! Dr. Una is an incredible business owner, physician, and advocate for physicians living life on their own terms. She is the CEO of EntreMD Business School, an author of several best-selling books, and podcaster of a top 1% podcast, The EntreMD Podcast. She joins me today to share how she lives out her mission every day and how physicians can take their first steps...

We’ve talked about setting boundaries before - but it becomes so much more important during the holidays. Join me to discover how boundaries during the holidays can bring you the peace and joy you so desperately deserve this holiday season! Check out Episode 11 on Boundaries - Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-11-setting-and-maintaining-boundaries/id1723782268?i=10006561...

Show Notes: “Everything looked perfect on the outside.” Dr. Schramm is a family physician, a certified coach, and meditation instructor. Join us to hear her powerful and vulnerable story of how she created an amazing community out of her own needs and the needs of those around her. Connect with Dr. Schramm here -  https://www.rashmischramm.com/ IG: @dr.rashmischramm Purchase my book here - www.the...