Doctors Living Deliberately

Do you ever find that the expectations you place on others, or even those you set for yourself, hinder your ability to truly enjoy life? It's a common phenomenon – we often create unwritten manuals for how we and others should behave, imposing a set of rules that we believe everyone should follow. In an open conversation, Dr. Michael Hersh and Dr. Arpita Gupta DePalma share personal moments w...

Physician burnout is a widespread and serious issue affecting healthcare professionals worldwide. It causes doctors to feel detached, cynical, unfulfilled by their clinical work, and hopeless. Physician burnout commonly results in reduced job satisfaction, decreased quality of care, higher medical errors, and increased rates of depression, anxiety, and even suicide. In this episode centered on add...

Welcome to this very special episode. Today, we have a heartwarming and genuine conversation with the DePalma family, featuring Dr. Arpita Gupta DePalma's children, Sarina and Nikhil. This special episode unveils the profound impact coaching has had on their lives and relationships, providing a firsthand account of how coaching can truly transform families. Dr. Michael Hersh engages in an aut...

Have you ever experienced the struggle of genuinely enjoying the present moment while constant distractions or a never-ending to-do list keep tugging at your attention? What makes it so difficult for us to disconnect from our phones or work and be fully present with our loved ones? In today's fast-paced and technology-driven society, the constant demand for our attention makes remaining prese...

Do you feel like charting has taken over your life? Does it constantly get pushed to the end of your day, leaving you drained and lacking the motivation to get it done? If you're ready to regain control over your time and live more intentionally, this episode is just what you need. Dr. Michael Hersh and Dr. Arpita Gupta DePalma speak with Dr. Junaid Niazi, a board-certified Internist, Pediatr...

In this episode, we are honored to speak with Dr. Robyn Tiger, a double board-certified physician in Diagnostic Radiology and Lifestyle Medicine. Dr. Tiger offers a fresh perspective by integrating a comprehensive approach that encompasses the entirety of an individual's well-being. She strives to deliver a holistic approach to promoting overall health through the fusion of her medical expert...

Welcome to the second part of our episode on Living a Life of Intention with Balance. In episode 19, we scratched the surface by sharing the importance of the first step: Building the three pillars of awareness. In today’s episode, Dr. Hersh and Dr. DePalma continue the conversation by sharing tips on implementing actionable strategies to create intentional living. They discuss the importance of a...

Have you ever had that moment when it seems like everything is shifting or changing? This pivotal instance is commonly known as a tipping point. Tipping points occur in various aspects of our lives, and they can encompass both positive and negative experiences. In this episode, we explore these significant life changes and discuss strategies for navigating challenging times. Today, we have the pri...

In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Katrina Skinner, founder of Women in Pediatrics. This organization supports the personal and professional needs of female pediatricians. Dr. Skinner advocates for women pediatricians on their entrepreneurial journeys and, through her programs and retreats, helps them develop and master advanced practice management skills. Dr. Skinner talks...

What is the difference between coaching and therapy, and how do I know which one to go to if I need help? As physician coaches, we hear this question frequently. Therapy and coaching are both invaluable resources for personal growth and mental health, but they have distinct differences in their approaches and areas of focus. In today’s episode, we talk with Dr. Priya Wagle, a certified life coach...

When you think about what you want in life, what are your goals?  What is stopping you from achieving them?  Is the fear of failure holding you back? Fear of failure is a common and natural emotion that can significantly impact personal growth, professional development, and overall well-being. In this episode, Dr. Michael Hersh talks with co-host Dr. Arpita Gupta DePalma about how fear of failure...

Today we have the honor of hearing from Dr. Erica Howe, a board-certified Hospitalist, a nationally known educator, wife, and mother. Dr. Howe found herself struggling to feel supported by other medical colleagues. After realizing that she was not alone in these feelings, she founded the Women Physicians Wellness Conferences (WPW) bringing women physicians together to share their struggles and str...

“You’ve been served.” It is a phrase that every physician dreads hearing. And yet our chances of hearing it are pretty high. Today we address the fear that most every physician will face within their career… medical malpractice. In this episode, returning guest Dr. Shideh Shafie, is joined by her friend and colleague, Dr. Gita Pensa, the host of “Doctors and Litigation,The L Word” Podcast. They ta...

Are you familiar with Functional Medicine, Integrative Medicine, and Lifestyle Medicine?  As western medicine-trained physicians, we’ve heard these terms used but have always been curious about what they mean and the differences between them. In this week’s episode, we are speaking with Dr. Siri Chand Khalsa. Dr. Khalsa has had a lifelong interest in mindful living as the basis for the long-term v...

Creating a balanced, intentional life can be challenging, especially for busy physicians. Making conscious efforts to prioritize and adjust aspects of your life can afford you more freedom and create more harmony.  In this episode, Dr. DePalma speaks with Dr. Hersh about raising awareness around where you currently spend your energy, where you want to focus your efforts to reach your dreams, and h...

Do you feel as though the luxury of business class travel is out of your reach? Are you itching to retire so that you can finally travel, but don’t know how you will afford it? Dr. Devon Gimbel is here today to tell you how to make these jet-setting dreams your low-cost reality. Dr. Gimbel talks with Dr. DePalma and Dr. Hersh on how you can leverage your expenses to earn credit card points and the...

Do you find yourself thinking you don’t have the financial savvy to save, invest and prepare for your future? Do you get a pit in your stomach every time you have to check your bank account? Does the idea of taking out a loan to invest in bigger projects bring on anxiety? Today’s guest, Dr. Latifat Akintade, specializes in working with physicians and their finances while teaching them how to adjus...

Do you ever find yourself thinking, “I’ll be happy when I have this,” or, “Things will be great after I achieve that?” In this week’s episode, our co-host, Dr. Michael Hersh, explains why this way of thinking can be problematic. It’s like running toward an imaginary finish line. We get so focused on reaching the next goal that we forget to appreciate our progress and the good things in our lives....

In this episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Dr. Dawn Sears, a professor, gastroenterologist, and life coach who focuses on well-being. Dr. Hersh and Dr. DePalma talk with her about her primary goal: to stop the hemorrhaging of women physicians from healthcare.  Hear why Dr. Sears had the awareness to take a pause at the pinnacle of her career and how coaching helped bring her back. Lea...

Our guest today is Dr. Rashmi Schramm, a board-certified family physician and a national board-certified integrative health coach. She is also a certified Meditation & Ayurveda teacher. Meditation and yoga have many proven benefits, but they can be a little intimidating and overwhelming if you are just getting started. We talk to Dr. Schramm about how she got started with her meditation practi...

In this special episode, you will hear from your host, Dr. Arpita Gupta DePalma, as she shares her expertise with coaching around anger. She speaks with co-host, Dr. Michael Hersh, about her own struggles with reactionary tendencies, anger and the transformative tools she found in coaching. Dr. DePalma speaks about steps we can take to start to manage our anger and the importance of finding the un...

In this week’s special episode, we have two physician couples, Drs. Melissa and Jon Parsons, and Drs. Arpita and Michael DePalma. Our host, Dr. Michael Hersh, chats with these couples about how they found coaching and how it transformed their lives as individuals, physicians, parents, and married couples. Join us to hear how these couples upleveled their lives and relationships through the power o...

In this episode we had the opportunity to speak with Dr. Amanda Dinsmore about the immense burden physicians place on themselves to be “perfect”. We talk about the difference between being a high-achiever and a perfectionist. Dr. Dinsmore reminds us that we are all human. Even physicians make mistakes, and those mistakes don’t define our worth or our ability. Listen for tips on how to overcome per...

Why is it so hard to open up and be vulnerable with others? In truth, there is strength in vulnerability. That strength will help you start living a life that is more authentic, intentional and meaningful. In this episode, we will hear from Dr. Hersh as he talks with Dr. DePalma about his journey into coaching and how he realized vulnerability was one of the biggest struggles he needed to work thr...

Do you find yourself questioning if you are actually hungry when you go grab that snack out of the pantry? Many of us go straight to food when we are feeling stressed, overwhelmed or tired. And this is what today's guest works with her clients on. Dr. Amruti Choudhry is an Advanced Certified Life and Weight Loss Coach. She coaches women who want to feel lighter in their minds and bodies in a...