The Interesting MD Podcast

Physician burnout isn’t just about long hours, it’s about living in a constant state of stress. In this episode of The Interesting MD Podcast, Dr. Rob Beck speaks with Dr. Amber Hull, a U.S.-trained, Canada-licensed physician, about why she ultimately left American medicine and started over in Canada. Dr. Hull opens up about the toll of hyper-vigilance, distrust, and adversarial relationships in U...

Relocating to Canada? The tax implications can be complex, but manageable with the right guidance. In this episode of The Interesting MD Podcast, Dr. Rob Beck speaks with Sonya Dolguina, cross-border tax consultant and co-author of Your Move to Canada, about what Americans and returning Canadians need to know before making the move. They unpack dual residency rules, U.S. vs. Canadian tax obligatio...

Want to practice nursing in British Columbia? In this episode of The Interesting MD Podcast, Dr. Rob Beck talks with Sara Telfer, Deputy Registrar at the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM), about how U.S.-trained nurses and NPs can get licensed in BC through a streamlined, modern process. Sara explains how BCCNM uses NURSYS partnerships with U.S. state boards to reduce paperwork, speed up v...

Financial pressure is one of the biggest drivers of physician burnout, and it’s rarely talked about openly. In this episode of The Interesting MD Podcast, Dr. Rob Beck speaks with Gary Kauffman, founder of Dynasty Wealth Partners , about how strategic financial planning can restore control, reduce stress, and create long-term freedom for doctors. They explore goal-based financial planning, debt ma...

Immigrating to Canada as a physician is absolutely doable—if you know the system. In this episode of The Interesting MD Podcast, Dr. Rob Beck speaks with Attorney Ravi Jain, one of Canada’s leading immigration lawyers, about the most effective pathways for U.S. doctors looking to move north. They unpack Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs, and the real requirements for permanent residency....

Is Canada calling? In this episode of The Interesting MD Podcast, Dr. Rob Beck talks with Dr. Ben Williams, Chief Medical Officer at Island Health, about what it’s really like for U.S.-trained doctors to move and practice in British Columbia. Dr. Williams breaks down the Canadian healthcare system, recent regulatory changes that simplify licensing, and how there are no income caps—physicians can w...

What’s it like to move your medical career to Ontario, Canada? In this episode of The Interesting MD Podcast, Dr. Rob Beck talks with David Gravelle and Melanie Delion, healthcare recruiters and leaders in the Ontario Physician Recruitment Alliance (OPRA) , about what it takes to relocate, get licensed, and thrive in Canada’s healthcare system.   They discuss the realities of rural and community m...

In this episode of The Interesting MD Podcast, Dr. Rob Beck talks with Brooke Shekter, managing partner at Lloyd Schekter Health Law, about what every Canadian physician should know about legal risk, college complaints, and professional discipline.   Brooke explains how the Canadian system differs from the U.S., what to do when you receive a complaint, and how to protect yourself through documenta...

In this powerful conversation, The Interesting MD Podcast host Dr. Rob Beck interviews Dr. Debra Houry, former Acting Director and Chief Medical Officer of the CDC, about the turmoil and transformation happening inside America’s top public health agency. Dr. Houry describes how funding cuts, political influence, and misinformation have disrupted critical programs, from vaccine safety to violence p...

In this gripping episode of The Interesting MD Podcast, Dr. Rob Beck talks with Dr. Demetre Daskalakis, former CDC leader and infectious disease expert, about the deepening crisis inside America’s public health institutions. Dr. Daskalakis recounts the CDC shooting tragedy that left Officer David Rose dead and staff traumatized, while exposing how misinformation, ideology, and political control ar...

In this episode of The Interesting MD Podcast, Dr. Rob Beck talks with Dr. Demetre Daskalakis, infectious disease physician and former CDC leader, about his decision to resign amid growing concerns over the agency’s politicization and loss of scientific independence.   Dr. Daskalakis describes troubling internal changes at the CDC, from abrupt vaccine policy shifts to the removal of expert committ...

In the final episode of this two-part series, host Dr. Rob Beck continues his thought-provoking conversation with Stephen Marche, author of The Next Civil War and The Last Election. They explore how political violence, institutional decay, and societal polarization in the United States are beginning to impact physicians and healthcare professionals. Marche outlines how doctors can become targets i...

In this powerful episode of The Interesting MD Podcast, Dr. Rob Beck talks with Stephen Marche, author of The Next Civil War and The Last Election, about America’s growing political and social fractures. They dive into Marche’s research on political violence, institutional decay, and the global warning signs that mirror past societal collapses. From the perspective of a Canadian observer, Marche o...

From small family business to world-class destination, Marina Pasquini has redefined hospitality in Riccione, Italy. I n this episode of The Interesting MD Podcast, Dr. Rob Beck visits the Hotel Belvedere to talk with Marina about her journey from taking over the hotel at age 19 to building a one-of-a-kind haven for cyclists, families, and wellness seekers. They discuss the evolution of the Belved...

Student loan debt is one of the biggest sources of burnout among doctors, and it doesn’t have to be. In this episode of The Interesting MD Podcast, Dr. Rob Beck talks with Andrew Paulson, co-founder of studentloanadvice.com, about navigating repayment, forgiveness, and new legislative changes affecting medical professionals.   They unpack the emotional weight of debt, how to qualify for Public Ser...

Preventative health isn’t optional, it’s essential. In this episode of The Interesting MD Podcast, host Dr. Rob Beck talks with Dr. Maryam Zeineddin, family physician and founder of Zili Care, about her mission to close the gaps in mainstream medicine by focusing on holistic, proactive wellness. They explore the CARE Formula, a framework for calming the mind, moving the body, reinforcing healthy h...

What do neurosurgery and Hollywood have in common? For Dr. Oren Gottfried, quite a lot. In this episode of The Interesting MD Podcast, host Dr. Rob Beck sits down with the Duke neurosurgeon who’s consulted on more than 70 medical dramas, including The Good Doctor and Chicago Med.   They explore how Dr. Gottfried helps writers shape stories, reviews scripts line by line, and even steps into occasio...

Good news for U.S. doctors: Ontario has made it much easier to practice medicine across the border. In this episode of The Interesting MD Podcast, host Dr. Rob Beck talks with Samantha Tulipano from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) about the updated registration policies. Samantha breaks down: The removal of old supervision and site restrictions New independent license path...

After 15 years in academic medicine, Dr. Laurel Fick walked away, burned out and disillusioned with corporate healthcare. Today, she runs Niche Medical, a micro practice in Indianapolis where she provides prevention-focused, highly personalized care, on her own terms. In this episode of The Interesting MD Podcast, host Dr. Rob Beck talks with Dr. Fick about her journey out of the system, what it’s...

Family medicine in British Columbia is changing—and it could be the opportunity many U.S. physicians are looking for. In this episode of The Interesting MD Podcast, host Rob Beck speaks with Dr. Maryam Zeineddin, a West Vancouver family physician and clinic co-owner, about her path into medicine and the transformation happening in BC healthcare.   They dive into the new Longitudinal Family Practic...

From med school rugby matches to leading telemedicine innovation, Dr. David Guidry has seen it all. In this episode of the Interesting MD Podcast, he joins host Rob Beck to explore the rise of tele-ICU care and how Intermountain Health has pioneered critical care delivery to rural hospitals.   Dr. Guidry explains how telemedicine boosts local provider confidence, reduces mortality, and transforms...

Emergency doc. Elite triathlete. Bike-course crusher. Dr. Mallory Pullman wears a lot of hats, and in this episode of the Interesting MD Podcast, she joins Rob Beck to recap their experience racing the T100 Triathlon in Vancouver. They explore how the T100 series is changing the game for triathlon, offering better media coverage, pro-level competition, and a fan-friendly course layout. From strong...

Feeling burned out in the U.S. medical system? Dr. Olga Decker was too, until she made the leap to British Columbia. In this episode of the Interesting MD Podcast, Dr. Decker shares her powerful story: from immigrating from Ukraine to practicing medicine during Hurricane Katrina, to finally finding peace and purpose as a physician in Kamloops, BC. She dives into why she left U.S. medicine, citing...

From small-town roots to full-circle service, Dr. Peter Crane shares how he returned to practice medicine in the same Idaho community where he was born. In this heartfelt episode, Rob Beck and Dr. Crane talk rural healthcare, burnout, medical missions in Uganda, and how a rare tumor diagnosis transformed his perspective. Now the host of Doctors Making a Difference, Dr. Crane opens up about the pow...

Thinking about moving your medical career to Canada? Rob Beck did it—and in this episode, he shares exactly how. Joined by Todd Maffin, Canada’s unofficial hype man, Rob unpacks what it’s really like to leave the U.S. healthcare system and start fresh in British Columbia. They cover licensing, job hunting, cultural shifts, and the perks of Canadian life—from healthcare to hockey. If you're a physi...