The Black Doctors Podcast

How To Decrease Burnout and Find Happiness in Medicine In this episode of the Black Doctors Podcast, host Dr. Steven Bradley reflects on a month of solo episodes and expresses his initial concerns about sharing his thoughts without a guest. He finds solace in listener feedback and recounts a message from a past guest that brightened his week. Dr. Bradley explores the benefits of podcasting, such a...

In this special solo episode, Dr. Steven Bradley, host of the Black Doctors Podcast, shares his personal journey into medicine, from growing up as a Navy brat to becoming a successful anesthesiologist. He reflects on his early aspirations, influenced by his father's military career, and his initial interests in music before deciding to pursue a career in medicine. Dr. Bradley recounts challenging...

Do as I say, Not as I Did: Advice for Navigating Intern Year In this episode of The Black Doctors Podcast, Dr. Steven Bradley celebrates the podcast's four-year anniversary and reviews listener feedback highlighting the show's impact on medical professionals' journeys. Dr. Bradley discusses the recent milestone of achieving 100 reviews on Apple Podcasts, with many being five-star ratings, emphasiz...

Year 4: The State of the Pod In this special anniversary episode, Dr. Steven Bradley, an anesthesiologist and critical care medicine physician, celebrates four years of the Black Doctors Podcast. Reflecting on the podcast's journey since its inception in June 2020, Dr. Bradley highlights the tremendous growth, impact, and vibrant community that has been built. He shares his motivation for starting...

Financial Wellness for Physicians: A 5-Step Plan from the WealthMindedMD Podcast In this episode of the Black Doctors Podcast, Dr. Steven Bradley welcomes back Dr. Brittne Halford and Dr. Altelisha Taylor to discuss financial wellness for physicians. Together, they delve into a comprehensive five-step plan for achieving financial stability and growth, specifically tailored for those in the medical...

Financial Wellness for Physicians: A 5-Step Plan from the WealthMindedMD Podcast In this episode of the Black Doctors Podcast, Dr. Steven Bradley welcomes back Dr. Brittne Halford and Dr. Altelisha Taylor to discuss financial wellness for physicians. Together, they delve into a comprehensive five-step plan for achieving financial stability and growth, specifically tailored for those in the medical...

Closing the Physician Wage Gap: How To Advocate for Fair Compensation as a Minority in Medicine This week's episode starts out with a brief summary of some current events in medicine: Xenotransplantation, the transplantation of organs or tissues from one species to another, offers a potential solution to the shortage of human organs for transplant. Recent breakthroughs, including the first genetic...

the Future of Non-Competes with Contract Lawyer Michael Johnson In this episode of the Black Doctors Podcast, host Dr. Steven Bradley engages in a compelling discussion with contract lawyer Michael Johnson about the future of non-compete clauses, particularly in the context of physician contracts. The conversation begins with an exploration of the recent FTC ruling, which bans non-compete clauses...

The Need for Diversity in Clinical Medical Ethics w/ Dr. Steven Bradley In this episode, Dr. Steven Bradley, a critical care physician, anesthesiologist, and medical ethicist, delves into the significance of medical ethics within the realm of healthcare decision-making. Dr. Bradley shares his personal journey navigating the complexities of medical ethics, emphasizing the indispensable need for for...

Podcast Host and Pediatric Pain Physician Dr. Elisha Peterson In the enlightening episode of the Black Doctors Podcast featuring Dr. Elisha Peterson, listeners are invited into the inspiring journey of a triple board-certified anesthesiologist renowned for her dedication to medicine and community service. Throughout the podcast, Dr. Peterson candidly discusses the hurdles she faced as a minority n...

Podcast Host and Pediatric Pain Physician Dr. Elisha Peterson In the enlightening episode of the Black Doctors Podcast featuring Dr. Elisha Peterson, listeners are invited into the inspiring journey of a triple board-certified anesthesiologist renowned for her dedication to medicine and community service. Dr. Peterson's narrative begins with her childhood experiences, shaped by the influence of sh...

Orthopedic Surgery: Closing the Gender Gap with Dr. Alexis Gaskin In this episode, Dr. Alexis Gaskin , an orthopedic surgeon, delves into her journey into medicine and orthopedic surgery, highlighting the pivotal role of mentorship in her decision-making process. Despite encountering obstacles during the medical school application phase, Dr. Gaskin found guidance and encouragement from mentors who...

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Orthopedic Surgery with Dr. Alexis Gaskin In this episode, Dr. Alexis Gaskin , an orthopedic surgeon, delves into her journey into medicine and orthopedic surgery, highlighting the pivotal role of mentorship in her decision-making process. Despite encountering obstacles during the medical school application phase, Dr. Gaskin found guidance and encouragement from...

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Join host Dr. Steven Bradley on this enlightening episode of the Black Doctors podcast as he sits down with Dr. David Myles, a former Naval officer turned pediatrician practicing in Maryland. Dr. Myles takes listeners on a captivating journey through his unique path into medicine, sharing insightful anecdotes about his family's influence and the pivotal moments that steered him towards a career in...

Join host Dr. Steven Bradley on this enlightening episode of the Black Doctors podcast as he sits down with Dr. David Myles, a former Naval officer turned pediatrician practicing in Maryland. Dr. Myles takes listeners on a captivating journey through his unique path into medicine, sharing insightful anecdotes about his family's influence and the pivotal moments that steered him towards a career in...

Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month with Dr. Adjoa Anyane-Yeboa In this episode of Black Doctors Podcast, host Steven engages in a captivating conversation with Dr. Adjoa Anyane-Yeboa , a passionate and innovative gastroenterologist practicing in Boston. Dr. Anyane-Yeboa shares her inspiring journey into the medical field, shedding light on the challenges she encountered along the way and the pivota...

Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month with Dr. Adjoa Anyane-Yeboa In this episode of Black Doctors Podcast, host Steven engages in a captivating conversation with Dr. Adjoa Anyane-Yeboa , a passionate and innovative gastroenterologist practicing in Boston. Dr. Anyane-Yeboa shares her inspiring journey into the medical field, shedding light on the challenges she encountered along the way and the pivota...

Sunrise or Sunset? The Future of DEI in Medicine In this episode of the Black Doctors Podcast, host Steven Bradley engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Dr. Italo Brown , an Emergency Medicine Physician, DEI expert and consultant. Together, they delve into the multifaceted realm of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in Medicine, discussing its longevity in its current form and its pot...

We continue last week's conversation with Dr. Hafiah Eltahir , an otolaryngologist, shares her journey into medicine and her experience in the field. She discusses her decision to pursue medicine, her volunteer work in healthcare, and her shadowing experience with an ENT surgeon. Dr. Eltahir also talks about the challenges she faced during residency and the job hunt process. She emphasizes the imp...

Dr. Hafiah Eltahir , an otolaryngologist, shares her journey into medicine and her experience in the field. She discusses her decision to pursue medicine, her volunteer work in healthcare, and her shadowing experience with an ENT surgeon. Dr. Eltahir also talks about the challenges she faced during residency and the job hunt process. She emphasizes the importance of mentorship and diversity in the...

DEI Tourism and Other Challenges to Achieving Health Equity In this episode of the Black Doctor's Podcast, we dive into a crucial discussion on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) tourism in healthcare, kicking off Black History Month with Dr. Adam Milam. Dr. Milam, a cardiac anesthesiologist and seasoned researcher, sheds light on the impact of DEI tourism and its implications in the medical f...

Medical Ethicist Discusses the Implications of State-Sanctioned Executions "Alabama Causes Humanity to Take a Step Backwards" Welcome back to the Black Doctors Podcast! I'm Steven, your host, and I had a great weekend connecting with Dr. Robert Ray, an emergency medicine physician and toxicology fellow. In a previous episode, Dr. Ray shared his experience standing up for social justice issues duri...

  New Year, New Resolutions. Your Guide to Success in 2024 In this engaging episode of the Black Doctors Podcast, we delve into the realm of New Year's resolutions, accompanied by the insights of the returning guest, Dr. Bianca Busch, The College Psychiatrist . Dr. Busch shares her unique approach to goal-setting: weaving personal experiences, strategies for adherence, and the influential rol...

Demystifying the Field of Transplant Surgery w/ Dr. Ashley Suah   In this episode of the Black Doctors Podcast, Dr. Steven Bradley picks up where we left off with last week's conversation with Dr. Ashley Suah, a trailblazing transplant surgeon whose story unfolds from a high school fascination with athletic training to the operating rooms. Dr. Suah's experiences throughout medical school and...