Confessions of a Young Doctor

This weekend I experienced some of the highest highs and the lowest lows. Instead of the episode I had planned, I talk about a personal story and the lesson I've had to learn and re-learn over and over again along my journey of becoming an orthodontist and now opening my private practice. Follow along on: Instagram @doctor.confessions TikTok @doctor.confessions Subscribe to my newsletter for...

This is the second episode in our two part series on practice vision. Last week, I talked about how to define the vision for your start up practice. This week, I talk more about my own vision for my startup orthodontic practice and how being clear on vision helped inform future decisions when it came to office design, target location, marketing, and even treatment modalities. For more, follow @doc...

The most foundational and important step to starting your own practice is getting clear on your vision. This week I talk about how to define your vision, why it's so important, and share some of mine. Stay tuned for part 2 next week where I'll break down decisions that I made and how being clear on the vision for my orthodontic practice made the process much easier. Follow on instagram:...

Giving an update on what my daily life is like a a young orthodontic practice owner. Opening an office has been a lot of work and time, but I'm keeping focused on the end goal to keep myself motivated. Follow along daily @doctor.confessions on Instagram and TikTok Subscribe to my newsletter for more start up practice tips Follow on Instagram:  @doctor.confessions Follow on TikTok: @doctor.con...

Emily Funk Orthodontics is officially open and I'm ready to return to the podcast game. This episode catching you up on life, the practice, and just how things are going. I'm committed to new episodes again and excited to be back behind the mic sharing the journey. Reach out and follow along @doctor.confessions Subscribe to my newsletter for more start up practice tips Follow on Instagra...

This week I realized my sarcastic response "living the dream" took on a whole new meaning. For more, follow along on instagram @doctor.confessions or check out the website doctorconfessions.com Subscribe to my newsletter for more start up practice tips Follow on Instagram:  @doctor.confessions Follow on TikTok: @doctor.confessions

It is so good to be back on the podcast! Since the last episode, I made a big announcement to my family and friends. I'm going to be starting my own orthodontic practice after residency. In this episode I talk about my decision to do so, a little bit about how the process has been so far, and my responses to some of the questions I've gotten since announcing I'm going to start my ow...

This week is just my current stream of consciousness. If you want true confessions of a young doctor --this is definitely it! Let me know if you guys enjoy this kind of episode, or prefer the ones with more structure. Connect with me on instagram @doctor.confessions or visit www.doctorconfessions.com Subscribe to my newsletter for more start up practice tips Follow on Instagram:  @doctor.confessio...

Ever wonder if all the time, energy, and money you spent to become a doctor was worth It? Well I have! and I think you're lying if you say you've never had that thought after a tough or frustrating day. This week we talk about how to distinguish if being a doctor really wasn't right for you, or if something else is just getting in the way of you enjoying the career you worked so har...

When you have a million and one things to do, it can be easy to fall into what I call the stress spiral. But, letting yourself go down the path of constant overwhelm can lead to burnout and even more stress. This week, we talk about small things that I've done so far this year to combat that spiraling stress and little changes you can make to decrease the weight of small daily stresses as wel...

If you're a new doctor, you've probably had a patient question your age once or twice. This week we're talking about the true reasoning behind this question and how to respond diplomatically. Connect with me on Instagram @doctor.confessions visit our website at www.doctorconfessions.com Subscribe to my newsletter for more start up practice tips Follow on Instagram:  @doctor.confessi...

Resume writing for doctors is slightly different than our corporate colleagues. It can be particularly challenging for new doctors to get out of the academic mindset and tailor their resume to a career after school or residency. This week we talk about the differences between corporate resumes and doctor resumes as well as changes from the resume you wrote when applying to your doctoral program. T...

2020 has been a trying year for all of us. I have grown a lot as a young doctor this year and I owe that to a few simple mindset shifts. I really internalized three phrases that we hear all the time: -You can't control others, just the way you think and react -Don't be afraid to stand up for yourself -No matter what you're feeling, you're not alone I hope that the podcast can b...

Patients have different personalities, so we can't treat them all the same. This week we'll take a look at the 4 different DISC personalities and the best ways to communicate with each type. Understanding your patient's temperament and adjusting your demeanor accordingly will increase your patient retention and satisfaction.  Follow on Instagram @doctor.confessions or visit www.doct...

Malpractice insurance Isn't the most exciting topic, but it's an important one. The decisions you make when it comes to your coverage as a young doctor can have big implications for your career later. Let this episode serve as a guide to the basic types of coverage and what to look out for in your policy. To ask me a question, message me on Instagram @doctor.confessions or visit the webs...

The first few years of being a doctor bring many transitions and new responsibility which can cause us to feel inadequate. This week we discuss common reasons for discomfort and stress as a young doc, and how to boost your confidence for decreased anxiety and increased satisfaction. For more, follow along on Instagram @doctor.confessions or check out our website www.doctorconfessions.com  Subscrib...

One of the most intimidating things as a new doctor is not knowing where to go next. Taking the time to define your legacy can help Inform your future decisions and guide you to the next step. This week, I share how I defined my legacy and some advice for how to figure out yours. for more, follow on Instagram @doctor.confessions or visit www.doctorconfessions.com Subscribe to my newsletter for mor...

This week, I sat down with my mom, a practicing dentist to discuss what makes a successful referral relationship. I originally recorded this interview for my orthodontic co-residents, but they found it helpful, so I thought the doctor confessions community might too! We talk about how to communicate effectively and what that relationship actually looks like in practice. follow on Instagram @doctor...

With the rising second wave of COVID-19 cases and the threat of more lockdowns and closures, the fear and uncertainty has started to creep back up for many of us. Many young doctors feel that they have been cheated out of a traditional residency or early career experience due to the pandemic. While things may be different this year, we have all gained a lot of intangible skills. In this episode, w...

Worried that a robot make take your job? Older doctors are always warning young doctors that the "glory days" of healthcare are gone and that technology threatens our future. This week we discuss the outlook for doctors with the increase in artificial intelligence and some of the ways you can safeguard your career. For daily updates, follow along on Instagram @doctor.confessions or, visi...

Dr. Roopali Kulkarni seems to have a million and one things going on, but she's also a huge advocate for mental health and wellness. In this week's episode, we talk about some of the ways she manages stress, while pursuing multiple initiatives at work and in her personal life. True wellness takes work and self-forgiveness. We each share some of our mental health challenges as well as our...

We all know the value of goal-setting, but the kinds of goals you set for yourself are just as important. This week, we talk about how to reverse engineer your ideal lifestyle by starting with the end first. Follow on Instagram @doctor.confessions and, check out the website www.doctorconfessions.com Subscribe to my newsletter for more start up practice tips Follow on Instagram:  @doctor.confession...

Networking is something we all know we need to do, but can often make us feel uncomfortable or sales-y. This week we talk about how to cultivate relationships and grow your network organically to help you achieve career success.  For daily updates, follow along on Instagram @doctor.confessions Visit our website www.doctorconfessions.com Subscribe to my newsletter for more start up practice tips Fo...

Feeling like you have too much to do to make yourself a priority? It doesn't have to be as difficult as you think. This week we talk about small changes you should make that will have a big impact on your mental health without a ton of added effort. Follow along the daily journey with on Instagram @doctor.confessions or check out our website www.doctorconfessions.com Subscribe to my newslette...

Welcome to the new and Improved Confessions of a Young Doctor podcast! I'm so excited about the changes and look forward to sharing new perspectives with all of you. This short break has given me time to reflect on the podcast and my first year as a dentist. In this episode, I explain the rationale for the new focus as well as some lessons that I've learned In my first year after graduat...