Stand Up for Doctors!

🎙️ 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲: 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗨𝗽 (𝗳𝗼𝗿) 𝗗𝗼𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀! – 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝟮! I’m honored to welcome 𝐷𝑟. 𝐷𝑎𝑣𝑖𝑑 𝐴𝑙𝑓𝑒𝑟𝑦, 𝐷𝑟. 𝑆𝑢𝑠𝑎𝑛 𝐵𝑎𝑢𝑚𝑔𝑎𝑒𝑟𝑡𝑒𝑙, 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝐷𝑟. 𝑁𝑖𝑐𝑜𝑙𝑒 𝑆𝑜𝑙𝑜𝑚𝑜𝑠 —three courageous contributors to our new collaborative book, 𝗪𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝘁𝘀, 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀. Join us in celebration and listen as our guests delve into the themes of Parts 1 and 2 of our book, "From Pain to Purpose" and &qu...

🎙️ 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘃𝘀. 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗼𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀: 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗕𝗼𝘁𝗵? In this episode of 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘜𝘱 (𝘧𝘰𝘳) 𝘋𝘰𝘤𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘴!, 𝗗𝗿. 𝗥𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗹 𝗦𝗶𝗲𝗸𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗿. 𝗕𝗲𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 open up about how therapy and coaching transformed their medical journeys—from burnout to breakthrough 💥 ▶️ Tune in to hear how they’re empowering fellow physicians to thrive, not just survive!

In this powerful episode of 𝑆𝑡𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑈𝑝 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝐷𝑜𝑐𝑡𝑜𝑟𝑠, we welcome Dr. Athena Hall and Heather Buesseler —two trailblazers leading the charge to redesign healthcare with compassion, equity, and community at its core.

In this powerful conversation, we welcome nursing leaders Mindy Spigel and Kathleen Bartholomew as they explore communication, compassion, and culture in healthcare. 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘆 𝗦𝗽𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗹 is a nurse and author, who is passionate about creating exceptional associate and patient experiences, and 𝗞𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘄 is nurse leader, author, health culture expert, and founding board member of Nurses Transform...

…Why These Doctors Are Demanding Change! This isn’t just another conversation about healthcare—it’s a call to action. In today’s episode, Dr. Adrienne Towsen, an orthopaedic surgeon who recently walked away from her job of two decades, and Dr. Renee Genova, Medical Director of Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery, open up about the cracks in the system they’ve seen firsthand. From “profits over patients” to...

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, this powerful episode, recorded in May, features Corey Feist, CEO of the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation (DLBHF), and Dr. Stefanie Simmons, the Foundation’s Chief Medical Officer. Together, we dive into the urgent mental health crisis facing healthcare workers — a crisis that existed long before the pandemic — and how the DLBHF is driving real change t...

In this heartfelt and deeply honest episode, we sit down with Dr. Steven Palanchuck, a Canadian critical care internist and founder of VociNova: The New Voice of Caregivers, and Dr. David Hall, a board-certified urologist, men’s health expert, and wellness coach. We discussed David's posting of a powerful reflection on the importance of slowing down—something that resonates deeply with Steven,...

…and can change yours too! In this episode, we dive into everything LinkedIn — for physicians, and professionals looking to grow their presence and impact. 🎙️ Meet Our Guests: ✨ Melissa Cohen – Personal Branding & LinkedIn® Strategist, Amazon Bestselling Author, and LinkedIn Top Voice, affectionately known as The Good Witch of LinkedIn! ‍⚕️ Dr. Michael Hersh – Gastroenterologist, Founder and...

In this deeply personal episode, Dr. Kemia Sarraf and Dr. Michael Hersh explore the hidden weight of trauma in medicine and leadership, sharing their own experiences. From primary and vicarious trauma to the moral injury haunting our healthcare systems, they unpack how stress, stigma, and silence can harm physicians—and what it takes to begin healing. “Trauma doesn’t come back as a memory. It come...

In this episode, we dive into the trauma physicians experience—from medical training to daily practice—and how trauma-informed coaching is helping doctors heal. Key Quotes: “Trauma can be anything that happens too much, too fast, too soon, too long—without enough of what should have happened to support us.”“I did this work for me…AND I realized how important it was to have our voices out there tal...

Dr. Kathy Stepien, Founder of The Institute for Physician Wellness, teams up with Dr. Arpita Gupta DePalma, a Trauma-Informed Certified Mindset Coach, to discuss a critical topic in medicine: physician well-being. Doctors are often trained to prioritize the needs of others over their own health. Kathy and Arpita highlight the importance of shifting this mindset to ensure that physicians can thrive...

Sharee Johnson, Professional Psychologist Coach, Best-Selling Author, and Stanford Compassion Ambassador, speaks to the importance of supporting doctors' well-being. Sharee discusses how raising awareness of the struggles physicians face can improve both their health and patient care. We explore how compassion, mindfulness, and a strong doctor-patient partnership can lead to better outcomes fo...

Listen in as Dr. Susan Vogler and Dr. Susan Baumgaertel, co-authors of The Two Susans newsletter, dive into the power of trusting your instincts, and stepping outside your comfort zone to embrace new opportunities! We explore the often-overlooked health challenges that come with aging, and the importance of collaboration—whether it’s asking for help or offering support. Discover the benefits of pr...

Discover how two inspiring physicians reignite their passion for medicine while advocating for change! ✨ In this episode, Dr. Asha Padmanabhan and Dr. Christopher Behringer explore the dynamic world of physician wellness, advocacy, and leadership. From personal stories that reveal their 'why' to groundbreaking initiatives aimed at transforming healthcare culture, this conversation is a must-liste...

In this powerful episode, Dr. Hardeep Phull, a passionate oncologist, and Dr. John Huff, a seasoned internal medicine physician and hospitalist program builder, dive into the intricacies of leadership in healthcare. They explore the essential balance between empathy, culture, and collaboration among medical teams, emphasizing the importance of understanding each person’s perspective and the collec...

In this powerful episode, Dr. Pamela Buchanan, an emergency medicine physician, TEDx speaker, and mental health advocate, and Dr. Ravi Iyer, an internal medicine physician-scientist, author, and neurodiversity pioneer, explore the strengths and challenges of being neurodivergent. Together, they discuss how self-acceptance, empathy, and embracing our differences can lead to greater personal and pro...

In this powerful episode, Dr. Jessi Gold, Psychiatrist and Bestselling Author of HOW DO YOU FEEL?, and Cheryl Stumpf, Licensed Professional Counselor, Trauma Therapist, and Certified Yoga Teacher, dive into the crucial yet often overlooked topic of mental health in the healthcare profession. They explore the cultural pressures that prevent healthcare professionals from seeking help, the stigma sur...

In this episode, Dr. Dhaval Desai and Wayne Sotile dive deep into the emotional and systemic challenges that physicians face, exploring how the demands of the medical profession, and mental health struggles, impact both doctors and their families. They discuss the importance of resilience and its definition = getting through difficult times and coming out better, self-care, and redefining success...

In this episode, we dive into the unseen struggles of physicians' families with Joshua Kenney and Eva Minkoff. From missed holidays, to the emotional toll of a doctor’s demanding life, we explore how the sacrifices of doctors impact their loved ones, and how doctors are always carrying more than they express. Join us as we shed light on the importance of supporting our physicians, because when...

In this milestone episode, Dr. Kevin Pho takes us behind the scenes of his groundbreaking platform, KevinMD, where physicians have the freedom to share their stories, struggles, and triumphs. Kevin shares the critical message that doctors are more than their degrees! Kevin opens up about his journey of creating a powerful space for healthcare professionals to not only speak out but connect with ot...

Join us as Dr. Arun Garg and Dr. Shirish Sachdeva discuss an integrative approach to healthcare, tackling overspecialization, the root causes of burnout, and the importance of treating the whole person. With a focus on compassion, self-empowerment, and the healing process, they offer hope for a new model of healthcare that bridges the gap between physical and mental well-being, for doctors and pat...

Dr. Afreen Shariff, an endocrinologist specializing in endocrine diseases in cancer, and Dr. Mary Leung, a hematology oncologist, discuss the importance of taking a holistic approach to cancer care. They highlight the need for rapid advancements in side effect management, which is crucial for improving patients' quality of life. Citrus Oncology offers virtual access to fast-paced recommendatio...

Join us as Dr. Andrea Austin, an ER physician, and Dr. Stephanie Byerly, an anesthesiologist, dive deep into the impact of trauma and how it can shape our lives. They discuss the concept of ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) and how trauma resides in our nervous system, affecting how we interact with others. The conversation emphasizes the importance of Trauma-Informed Leadership, where leaders...

In this insightful discussion, Dr. James Barry, neonatologist, and Dr. Mick Connors, ER physician, explore the importance of relationships and teamwork in healthcare. They discuss the evolving role of AI in pediatric care, emphasizing that technology should serve the patient-physician relationship, not overshadow it. They share their experiences and passion for improving healthcare, advocating for...

...through depression and mental health. In this episode, Dr. Adam Rosen, an orthopedic surgeon, opens up about his mental health journey. Last September, Adam shared his story in a powerful YouTube episode titled, "Confessions of a Gen X Surgeon - My Battle with Depression," which resonated with countless individuals. During our conversation, Adam talks about the months leading up to hi...