Dr. Gail Clifford, MD, MMM, CPE, FACP, FHM

Single Mom MD

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Single Mom Physicians need a little extra support. With medical practice, family life, paying off student loans and trying to have a minute for self care, joining community will help you get there faster. In this podcast, we'll concentrate on mindset, time and money saving ways to accomplish your goals, and ways to find fun and joy in every day so that you're that much closer to true life-work balance.

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Dr. Gail Clifford, MD, MMM, CPE, FACP, FHM

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Health

Latest episode

May 7, 2026

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Episodes

45:Single Mom MD Speaks With Dr. Pranay Parikh and The Effective Living Formula 28.09.2023

I first met Dr. Pranay Parikh through his Passive Real Estate Academy, founded with colleagues Dr. Peter Kim and Dr. "Mith"MITHULAN JEGAPRAGASAN, MD. I've taken the course and invested in three or four properties with Ascent Equity Group. And now he's opened his second course to help physicians reclaim their lives through a formula that he's found most effective. Today, he&#3...

38: Setting Goals and Priorities: The Single Mom Physician's Blueprint for Success 21.09.2023

Have you ever struggled with setting goals and priorities? I've found it essential to getting "everything" accomplished ... mostly because this way I know what is truly important TO accomplish. In this short and sweet episode, let's discuss some ways that you can re-discover the importance of setting priorities and goals so you can get where you actually want to go. Wheel of Life...

36: Ten More Strategies To Overcome Disappointment (Part 2) 07.09.2023

Throughout my life and career, I've suffered disappointments, just like everyone else. Some situations may be unique but the challenges this creates are, I think, universal. Over time, I've developed many strategies to help overcome the disappointment and get to the next step of this EPIC life we are meant to lead. In this episode, I discuss my second ten strategies (well, eleven, you know...

35: Overcoming Disappointment Part 1: First 10 Strategies to Help Overcome 31.08.2023

Throughout my life and career, I've suffered disappointments, just like everyone else. Some situations may be unique but the challenges this creates are, I think, universal. Over time, I've developed many strategies to help overcome the disappointment and get to the next step of this EPIC life we are meant to lead. In this episode I discuss my first ten strategies. I definitely want to hea...

34: The Overwhelm Dilemma Unlocking Solutions for Single Mom Physicians 24.08.2023

Since the "big goal" of Single Mom MD is to help overcome the overwhelm, let's take a deep dive into overwhelm and see what types of things lead us to it. I'm expecting comments about what causes you to feel overwhelmed and anything you've done to help overcome the feeling. I know when I'm overwhelmed, it means I've taken on too much and may need a break - even a shor...

33: From Overwhelm to Empowerment Unlock Your Time Potential and Thrive as a Single Mom Physician Today 17.08.2023

The big goal for this program is overcoming overwhelm so getting from there to empowerment is critical to unlocking your ability to thrive as a single mom physician today and everyday. Just think about what a difference it will make for your children to have a relaxed mom. Then maybe you can look back to yourself and see the value... Time Audit Eliminate Frustration and Regain Your Family Fun As a...

30: Parenting Tips and Day Care Germs 10.08.2023

Today we discuss options when we face the challenge of our child being too sick for day care - do you take the route of staying home, nanny, or continue day care with an emergency babysitter? Then, let's talk about 10 tips I've learned about parenting - easy things that you can implement today! Wheel of Life Eliminate Frustration and Regain Your Balance As a Physician Mom! Our ⁠Wheel Of Li...

31: Mindset with Asara Lovejoy 03.08.2023

Asara Lovejoy, Founder of The One Command Programs Worldwide, joins Single Mom MD for this episode. What would it be like to transform your life to fulfill your every dream? Asara Lovejoy, leader in the human potential field says it is more than possible, it is your birthright. She has brought her message that, “ You are greater than you can even currently imagine,” with her One Command 6 Step Tec...

32: Seeking Financial Independence, the Magic Number, and a Few Flaws 27.07.2023

Ready for more info about what it means to be financially independent? It's simple, to a point, but not easy. Money Audit Eliminate Frustration and Regain Your Finances As a Physician Mom! Our ⁠Money Management Tool⁠ Will Help You Choose Where You Can Save So You Have More To Spend Where You Want. Want to learn some Genius Tips for how to set yourself up for a great work week? Here are things...

29: Single Mom MD Welcomes Christi Kubeck of The Literacy Lane Speaking to Us About Dyslexia 20.07.2023

Christi Kubeck, the founder of The Literacy Lane, tutors and teaches students to overcome their dyslexia ... something, she shares, that is not only not a vision problem, but is not restricted to reading alone. For this and more, listen to today's podcast. An Apple Distinguished Educator trained in the Orton-Gillingham Technique, Christi focuses on educating teachers in best ways to help their stu...

28: Pulling it All Together: Time Money Mindset Support to reach a Life Work Balance that brings you Joy 13.07.2023

In this episode, we pull it all together. Why do time, money, support, and the lack of them, cause such angst in our lives? Part of it is mindset, but a lot of it is the practical nature of the lives we're in - having both a medical practice and a family is a little nuts, but, with organization and dedication, it can be done - with JOY! Wheel of Life Eliminate Frustration and Regain Your Balan...

27: Single Mom MD and Kids' Money Matters 06.07.2023

We've talked about kids and we've talked about money. My finance team sent an email recently about kids' money that updated me on recent trends I thought you should know. Money Audit Eliminate Frustration and Regain Your Finances As a Physician Mom! Our ⁠Money Management Tool⁠ Will Help You Choose Where You Can Save So You Have More To Spend Where You Want. Want to learn some Genius Ti...

21: SIngle Mom MD on Preparing Financially for Retirement 29.06.2023

To prepare financially for retirement, you must know how much money you'll need to retire. We'll help get you there. Money Audit Eliminate Frustration and Regain Your Finances As a Physician Mom! Our ⁠Money Management Tool⁠ Will Help You Choose Where You Can Save So You Have More To Spend Where You Want. Join the Single Mom MD community  ⁠here⁠  and let's talk more for personalized att...

20: Single Mom MD institute new habits 22.06.2023

In this episode, we cover how to institute new habits with tips on how to get out of the house easier in the morning and several other relevant points that are problematic for everyone, but especially single mom physicians. Here are the resources mentioned in the podcast: Jenn Trinidad's program: Budget Divas and Mystery Shopping James Altucher NotePD Charles Byrd's program to maximize Eve...

19: Single Mom MD on Mindset Towards Self-Compassion 15.06.2023

It should surprise us that when we spend our lives taking care of others, we don't take very good care of ourselves. But it doesn't. We tend to put everyone else first, never quite managing to do all the things we "should" do for ourselves because someone else's demand always awaits our attention. So let's take a half hour now (less if you increase me to 1.25 speed) to fo...

18: Single Mom MD with Thoughts towards an EPIC Life 08.06.2023

You know those times when you hear something inspirational but it doesn't really need to be a full episode? That's what we're offering here - some thoughts for the day to make it light yet potentially profound. From Matthew Ferry on living an epic life to Kimberley Bouchard, author of "Everything Disney" now with a cookbook who's met all these people who perform EPIC task...

17: Single Mom MD Parenting Choices and Strategies 01.06.2023

A few techniques that worked well when my daughter was age appropriate were called "Yes, No, Convince Me" and "Only Ask Me questions that I can say "yes" to." Between these, open communication that started back in the days of her initial anatomy and sex ed talks in pre-school, and the Bank Of Mommy for financial literacy, I hope you'll find some things that resona...

16: Single Mom MD speaks with Physical Therapist Dr. Emily Norris about back pain and pelvic floor injuries 25.05.2023

Join Emily Norris, DPT: For low back pain:  https://www.myhealingathome.com/start-healing-back-pain For pelvic health:  https://www.myhealingathome.com/start-healing-pelvic-pain Contact:  https://www.myhealingathome.com/contact   Join the Single Mom MD community  ⁠⁠here⁠⁠  and let's talk more for personalized attention to your specific questions.  Wheel of Life Eliminate Frustration and Regain...

15: Single Mom MD Protecting Your Money: Suze Orman's Tips and What Is FDIC Insured 18.05.2023

Resource recommended in this podcast: Suze Orman's Women & Money Podcast Join the Single Mom MD community  ⁠here⁠  and let's talk more for personalized attention to your specific questions.  Money Audit Eliminate Frustration and Regain Your Finances As a Physician Mom! Our ⁠Money Management Tool⁠ Will Help You Choose Where You Can Save So You Have More To Spend Where You Want. We look...

25: Single Mom MD Welcomes Jenn Trinidad the Budget Diva Who Teaches How To Mystery Shop as a Side Gig for Low Cost Retail Therapy 14.05.2023

Jenn Trinidad worked as a nurse recruiter, spending 60+ hours / week on her job. But as her son entered high school and she realized she had only four years left with him before he went off to college, she decided to quit that job and find other ways to pay off crippling debt. Enter Budget Divas and Mystery Shopping where she learned to be intentional about her spending and never had to consider g...

26: Single Mom MD on Dr Clifford's Favorite Time Saving Techniques SO FAR 14.05.2023

The keys to time management at work or at home are: having a schedule, staying organized, prioritizing the important tasks, and knowing how to say "no." Time Audit Eliminate Frustration and Regain Your Family Fun As a Physician Mom! Our ⁠Time Management Resource⁠ Will Help You Find Extra Time to Spend With Your Kiddos and Other Things You Love. Pick up the article "Genius Things To...

22: Single Mom MD Welcomes Miriam Rene about Money Mindset 14.05.2023

Miriam René, a personal finance coach for 10 years teaches how to take control of your money so that you can achieve your goals and live the life of your dreams. She's with her clients every step of the way, making the process simple and joyful, as you learn how to make your money work for you. Money matters because you matter. She’s currently accepting new clients; to work with her head to  ⁠...

24: Single Mom MD Welcomes Peggy Easterling, a wonder at improving our Mindset 14.05.2023

Peggy Easterling is a wonder at coaching people on improving mindset. She'll get you from "I can't" to "How can I' all through the lens of allowing yourself grace because God knows you are WORTHY." Allow her to give you the option to choose anything in the world you "want" for your life to put in your "shopping cart" for your future self so you c...

14: Single Mom MD on Parenting: American Academy of Pediatrics Parenting Goals and Gentle Parenting 11.05.2023

In our first episode dedicated to parenting, Dr. Clifford reviews the American Academy of Pediatrics Parenting Goals and information about Gentle Parenting. Resources offered in this podcast include a list of popular Gentle Parenting Books: “Gentle Measures in the Management and Training of the Young” by Jacob Abbott (available on Libby) “Parenting with Love and Logic” by Foster Cline and Jim Fay...

4: Single Mom MD on Maintaining Your Mental Health 06.05.2023

We make sure our patients are cared for physically, emotionally, mentally, spiritually, and financially, but are we doing a good enough job for ourselves? In addition to appropriate behavioral health treatments or cognitive behavioral therapy, here are some of my top tips for maintaining your mental health while being pulled in all directions as a single mom and a successful physician. When you th...

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