Stop Physician Burnout: Physician Leadership Skills To Help Us Lead The Charge To Physician Wellness

What are the two most powerful words in physician leadership? Hint: They can transform your team's engagement, performance and make work a lot more fun! ~~ Understand why a specific, meaningful "thank you" is be a game-changer for physician leaders. ~~ Learn exactly how to say thank you to your team in a way that boosts performance and engagement without "making them soft." ~~ Discover practical t...

Is trust the missing ingredient in your physician leadership toolkit? Trust is the foundation of any successful team and healthy workplace culture. But how do you actively build it as a physician leader? Discover the simple formula that can supercharge your team's engagement. In this episode, we explore how regular, positive interactions with your team and boss can strengthen trust, improve team p...

Ever asked your team a question and got nothing but crickets in response? Let’s break down why that happens and how to fix it! If you're a straddle leader —someone who balances clinical work with administrative responsibilities—transitioning from giving orders to asking questions can be challenging. The first time you try, you might face silence or awkward responses from your team. In this episode...

What if there was a simple tool that could skyrocket your leadership effectiveness without any extra effort? In reality, this skill will get you much better results with much less work on your part. Let me show you a simple tool that will activate your team, build engagement, and produce better solutions, all while making physician leadership easier and more fulfilling. If you’ve been struggling i...

The difference between physician leadership struggle and success hinges on what you do BEFORE you open your mouth to speak. As you move from the bedside to your role as an administrative leader DO NOT FALL INTO THIS BLIND SPOT. The command-and-control leadership style we learned in residency doesn't translate to non-clinical environments. Discover how a simple hand motion and a shift in mindset ca...

Is being a doctor knocking your life even a little bit out of balance? Your JOB dominates everything else at work and home? Is it time for a tune-up? In this episode, step out of your daily whirlwind to optimize each of the four distinct layers of your life as a physician and LightWorker. ~~ Learn how to set a positive vision for each layer — your job, practice, career, and life — and work toward...

What if there were three magic words that could instantly make you a better leader? In this episode, discover the simple, powerful 3-Word Stack that will show you how to solve any problem and take back your job, your practice, your career and your life. ~~~USE THIS LINK to follow our show wherever you get your podcasts: https://link.chtbl.com/afG_dWHm ~ Learn the three-word stack ~~ Vision ~~ Stra...

Will AI digital scribes solve your documentation woes?? YES ... AND this tech will also pave the way for deeper, darker causes of physician burnout. Just as soon as you're comfortable with the software, your production quotas will be raised dramatically - putting you in danger of even deeper levels of exhaustion. Physician leadership is needed to pace the implementation of this new...

The promise of AI scribes sounds like a dream come true ... and it will be, just not for long . This new technology has the power to cut your charting time by 50% and more. Become an early adopter and a power user ASAP and lead your team into the brave new world of AI documentation. Let's get started. ~~ Learn how AI scribes work, how they’re trained, and the immediate impact they can have on...

We can't stop all physician suicides, but we can reach out to everybody who is visibly struggling. Recognize physician burnout and use this outreach protocol to potentially save a colleague’s life. Here’s how … ~ Learn a simple, powerful process to identify and reach out to colleagues who may be in distress and burned out. ~ Discover how to create a safe space for honest conversations that cut thr...

Could YOU recognize the symptoms of physician burnout and survival mode in yourself and your team mates? Early diagnosis enables early outreach and intervention! In this episode: ~ Learn the 3 symptoms of physician burnout and exactly what the little voice in your head says in each case. ~ Learn how to spot survival mode in yourself and your team, so you can intervene before you and your team cras...

All Doctors and Nurses are LIGHTWORKERS – here’s what I mean. Long ago you chose to ally your professional life in service to the Forces of Light in the Universe – listen to learn why this is so important. ~~~ USE THIS LINK to follow our show wherever you get your podcasts: https://link.chtbl.com/afG_dWHm ~~~ ~ Discover the deeper meaning of being a physician and a LIGHTWORKER and how it shapes yo...

After 92 episodes, the Physicians On Purpose (POP) podcast is now the STOP PHYSICIAN BURNOUT PODCAST –  Teaching Physician Leadership Power Tools to restore balance to the business of medicine. ~~~ USE THIS LINK to follow our show wherever you get your podcasts: https://link.chtbl.com/afG_dWHm ~~~ Ever wondered why doctors struggle with leadership roles despite being experts in their fields?...

USE THIS LINK to Follow/Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts:  What do you do with the normal emotions that come up when you care for patients who are sick hurting scared and dying? Normal emotions like guilt, shame, failure, loneliness? In this episode: 1. Learn tools to deal effectively with guilt and shame when they arise at work 2. Learn how to be happy even in the midst of suffering. 3....

USE THIS LINK to Follow/Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts:  Physician burnout is here for a reason - it's trying to knock you back onto a path with more purpose. Your IDEAL PRACTICE ... a new and improved version of your current practice. IN THIS EPISODE 1.    Discover the target for your practice Improvement project _ YOUR IDEAL PRACTICE DESCRIPTION. 2.    Learn how to...

USE THIS LINK to Follow/Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts:  Imagine dedicating your life to saving others, only to find yourself entangled in a relentless legal battle that stretches over a decade. For a doctor, a medical lawsuit is not just a professional challenge; it is a life-altering ordeal that casts a shadow over every aspect of their existence. Malpractice is also a fundamental cau...

USE THIS LINK to Follow/Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts: Learn to prevent physician burnout by keeping your energy reserves in a positive balance. The most powerful energy recharge available in your practice stay happens when you know what to do when a patient says thank you.   When you hear those two magic words in your Practice Day, let me show you What to do What to...

Follow our show wherever you get your podcasts: https://link.chtbl.com/JoH0AMKR Episode 88 Building on our previous discussion about the relentless energy depletion doctors experience, especially during residency, we explore how this profession pushes individuals beyond their limits, often leading to burnout. We'll uncover the unique ways to replenish each of these energy reservoirs, as each type...

Follow our show on your podcast app of choice: https://link.chtbl.com/JoH0AMKR When the Energizer Bunny is batteries run out what does he do? He STOPS! Doctors like us never stop. No matter how exhausted or drained you felt, you kept going. Why is that? Today, we unpack one of the biggest myths surrounding burnout - why the common metaphor of the Energizer Bunny running out of batteries fails to c...

Follow our show on your podcast app of choice: https://link.chtbl.com/JoH0AMKR In this rerun of one of our most popular episodes, I share practical tools for navigating high-risk conversations with your boss. Whether you're dealing with hypocrisy in the workplace or feeling frustrated by a conflict of values, this episode provides two essential communication skills that will help you express your...

Follow our show wherever you get your podcasts: https://link.chtbl.com/JoH0AMKR Ever wondered what makes some attending physicians unforgettable mentors?  I had the pleasure of delving into the intricacies of medical education with my esteemed colleagues, Winfred Frazier MD and Arthi Chawla MD. Dr. Arthi Chawla, MD is a family medicine specialist in Rochester, NY, and a Senior Instructor in F...

Follow our show wherever you get your podcasts: https://link.chtbl.com/JoH0AMKR Interested in exploring non-clinical careers and unique side gigs in medicine? During the peri-retirement period, doctors may find themselves contemplating retirement or looking for ways to reduce their clinical workload. Engaging in part-time or side gigs can provide a gradual off-ramp from full-time clinical practice...

Follow our show wherever you get your podcasts: https://link.chtbl.com/JoH0AMKR Are you ready to break free from the cycle of people-pleasing and perfectionism in your medical career? Setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care are essential for physician wellness, as discussed in this episode featuring Megan Melo, MD. She is a dual board-certified Family and Obesity Medicine Physician, a Certif...

Follow our show wherever you get your podcasts: https://link.chtbl.com/JoH0AMKR Are moral injury and burnout the same? Dr. Byrne and I delve into the nuances of moral injury and burnout, exploring whether they are the same or different concepts. We share stories, insights, and strategies to help healthcare professionals recognize and prevent burnout and understand the impact of moral injury in the...

Follow our show wherever you get your podcasts: https://link.chtbl.com/JoH0AMKR Gratitude is a powerful force that can guide us through life's toughest challenges. In this episode, we explore the profound impact of gratitude and sacred space within the patient-physician relationship. Dr. Christina Gomez is a gastrointestinal medical oncologist at Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center in Phoenix, Arizon...