The PA Is In | Tracy Bingaman | Physician Assistant/Physician Associate/PA-C/PA-S/PA Student

In this episode of The PA Is In , host Tracy Bingaman gets personal as she reflects on the choices and habits that contributed to her professional burnout. Tracy shares the decisions she made—like overcommitting, saying yes too often, and neglecting her boundaries—that led her to a breaking point. More importantly, she explains how taking ownership of these actions allowed her to regain control an...

I am so excited to share today’s guest, PA Tara Cross. Tara currently works as an orthopedic PA but also runs her own business teaching wilderness medicine of all levels. From teaching lay people basic first aid and CPR to running advanced life support courses for PAs and paramedics, Tara loves to share her knowledge of wilderness medicine and safety.  In today’s episode, Tara tells us what to do...

We’re kicking off a new series all about back to money basics with this episode on the podcast. Joining me as a special guest for this series is my very own virtual assistant, Sarah Miller. Sarah is a critical care PA, a VA, and also a finance guru. Sarah shares how and why she became a VA as well as how a strong foundation in money management allowed her the financial freedom to make different de...

It’s a common struggle many of us face: getting stuck in a personal or professional rut. Whether you’re feeling unmotivated in your career, overwhelmed by burnout, or simply stuck in a daily routine, this episode offers powerful strategies to help you break free and rediscover your momentum.  Tracy shares practical tips, from setting small achievable goals to reconnecting with your “why,” that wil...

I have a very special guest on today’s episode - my personal eating habits and weight loss coach, Kate Johnston. Kate is a former PA-C turned coach. After landing her dream job in orthopedic surgery, Kate started struggling with her eating habits and began to gain weight. After several attempts at losing weight but then gaining it back, she found the secret to heal her relationship with food. By c...

Have you ever had a personal medical diagnosis or event happen in your life that initially felt like a huge barrier or burden? You didn’t know how you would move past it or learn to live with this barrier in your life. That’s initially how today’s guest, Dane Thomas, felt when he was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult 10 years into his PA career.  But Dane didn’t let his ADHD diagnosis be a detriment...

Burnout is an alarmingly common issue among healthcare providers, but it doesn’t have to be accepted as the norm. Studies show that between 40-90% of healthcare workers are experiencing symptoms of burnout. In this episode, we uncover six of the most prominent signs of burnout in healthcare professionals and explore practical strategies to combat it. Tune in to learn how to reclaim your energy and...

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I have two special guests on today’s episode - second year PA student, Jess Moss and her service dog, Kenley. Jess was diagnosed with Type I Diabetes when she was 9 years old. Kenley has been her service dog since Jess was in 12th grade. Now, Jess and Kenley are second year PA students on rotations.  Tune into today’s episode to learn more about life with a service dog and how Kenley assists Jess...

75% of American adults are overweight or obese. With that statistic, we will definitely treat overweight or obese patients, regardless of our specialties. But how do we discuss weight with our patients? Many PAs feels nervous about discussing a patient’s weight and don’t know how to approach what can be a very sensitive and emotionally-charged topic.  That’s why I have Elena Sullivan on the podcas...

Moral injury can occur when healthcare professionals are forced to act in ways that contradict their moral or ethical beliefs due to external pressures or systemic constraints. Unlike burnout, which is often characterized by physical and emotional exhaustion, moral injury stems from a deep sense of betrayal or moral conflict. In this episode, we'll explore the difference between moral injury a...

Press play to learn about something that’s crucial for advancing your career in healthcare – networking. Networking is SO incredibly important. Whether you're looking for new job opportunities, aiming to expand your professional horizons, or just trying to stay connected within the industry, networking is your secret weapon. Networking can help you create connections, get a job, expand your op...

When was the last time you slowed down enough to evaluate how things are going in your life? Are you actually enjoying the journey? Are you headed towards a destination filled with what you value? Do you remember why you became a PA in the first place? Tune in to today’s episode for a refreshing conversation with my friend, Adrian Banning. Adrian is a PA and Associate Professor at Delaware Valley...

Musings on positivity, creating change, being human and the current state of healthcare and how to make moves happen. Whether you are brand new to working in medicine or a seasoned veteran, chipper and excited or walking through burnout and overwhelm, disenfranchised and marginalized or your rocking your way through your career, press play to learn how you can make a positive impact on those aroun...

Are you a PA feeling trapped in the traditional healthcare model, longing for more control over your time and career? You're not alone. In today’s episode, I sit down with Michael Rubio, a dermatology PA turned healthtech innovator, who shares his journey from burnout to breakthrough. In our interview, Michael reveals how he leveraged technology to create a new healthcare delivery model that b...

An episode all about how to cultivate more freedom when it comes to your three most vital resources – your time, money and energy. Inside you’ll find a series of prompts to review if you are wondering what your most valuable commodity is during this time.  I always think about life as a series of seasons, each bringing a different main value to the forefront. In some seasons, money becomes the kin...

In today’s world, and definitely in American healthcare, we’re constantly told “more.” See more patients. Fill more roles. Work more hours. Buy more things. Achieve more titles. But when is it enough? In today’s episode, we dive into the topic of “enough.” Amy Story is a PA who left clinical practice after experiencing burnout. But she soon learned that burnout also exists in non-clinical roles. T...

Dive into the complexities, challenges and rewards of building meaningful adult friendships. As we navigate busy careers, family responsibilities, and personal commitments, finding time and energy to foster genuine connections can be challenging.  Tracy shares practical strategies for creating and sustaining deep, authentic friendships, from joining new activities and hobbies to initiating convers...

“PAs Can Do That,” like the AAPA slogan says. And “that” also applies to serving in the White House! Today on the podcast I have Vanessa Cobarrubia, the first PA to be selected for the White House Fellowship program.  Tune in to hear more about the White House Fellowship (and how you can apply), as well as to learn how we can be more involved in advocating for the PA profession, from the local lev...

Explore how to actively use that profile to increase your visibility, engage positively, and strategically expand your network. These elements are essential for turning your LinkedIn into a living, breathing CV that not only showcases your qualifications but also your ongoing engagement in the healthcare industry. Our focus today will be on four critical areas: optimizing your visibility to ensure...

Your career is important but there’s also the personal journey of discovering one's identity beyond professional and familial roles. Tracy shares her own experiences with burnout and the challenges of defining herself outside of being a PA, wife, and mother.  Through hobbies like decluttering, training for a triathlon, hiking, reading, and biohacking, she emphasizes the importance of finding j...

So you’re looking for a new job. Maybe you’re a new grad applying to your very first job as a PA. Maybe you’re a seasoned PA searching for your next job and ready to make a change. You’ve updated your CV, you’ve been in contact with your network, you’ve started browsing Indeed. But did you know there’s a secret weapon you can deploy to jumpstart your job search and connect you with your Unicorn Jo...

How many of us have experienced burnout? What about burnout more than once? What do we do when we’re in the throes of burnout? How do we get out of it? Can we actually be cured? Today on the podcast, I have Hope Cook, a dermatology PA and life coach who specializes in helping burned-out healthcare professionals find healing and purpose. She walks us through the three stages of burnout and what to...

We dive into the highlights and challenges of the 2024 American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) National Conference in Houston, Texas. Whether you're a seasoned PA or new to the field, this conference offers unparalleled opportunities for networking, career advancement, and comprehensive board review prep. Hear the incredible benefits of attending, from building vital professional conne...

Depression and anxiety disorders affect so many of us. Healthcare providers in every field have patients with mental health disorders and often don’t know the best way to treat them or best place to refer. Each one of us has also struggled with our own mental health needs at least one point in our careers. As providers, we want to be able to provide the best possible care to our patients. But wher...