Women in Medicine & The Fertility Journey
In this candid conversation, Drs. Natalie Crawford and Anita Patel open up about navigating fertility as women in medicine—balancing IVF, loss, and leadership with honesty and heart. Their stories offer powerful insight into how we can build careers and families without staying silent or sacrificing ourselves along the way.
Becoming the On-Air Medical Expert
Brooke Rogers, CBS News reporter, shared how medical experts can become go-to media sources. She emphasized clarity, simplicity, and storytelling—urging professionals to speak at a fifth-grade level and offer concise, relatable points. Her advice: build relationships with reporters, pitch exclusive ideas, and make complex topics easy to understand.
From Surgeon to CEO: Dr. Taryn Rose’s Journey
Dr. Taryn Rose, orthopedic surgeon turned shoe designer, shared her journey from Vietnamese refugee to founder of a $40M footwear brand. Inspired by a diabetic shoe project, she built Enrico Queenie with resilience, media savvy, and strong networks. Now working with DARPA and the AMA, she champions authenticity and embracing failure as part of growth.
Advocating for Inclusion
Dr. Anna Larson, family medicine physician, spoke about the personal and professional challenges of advocating for LGBTQ+ care. She highlighted the rise in transgender youth seeking support in Minnesota, the toll of restrictive laws, and the importance of authenticity, self-advocacy, and self-care in sustaining meaningful, rights-focused medical work.
Clinician Entrepreneurship and the Start Up Life: Private Practice & Product
Dr. Kristina Collins, dermatologist and entrepreneur, shared her path to launching Austin Skin and Foy by Dr. Collins. She spotlighted the challenges women face in business—like funding and pay gaps—and emphasized the role of grit, creativity, and shifting money mindsets in building successful, patient-centered brands.
Voices in Medicine: Sharing Knowledge and Amplifying Impact Through Community
Dr. Mona Amin, pediatrician and lactation consultant, built a $1.8M online business by prioritizing connection over clicks. She shared key steps to creating meaningful content—rooted in expertise, trust, and community needs—and emphasized that real impact in online education comes from respect, safety, and genuine engagement.
Get Your Seat At The Table: Leadership Strategies & Beyond
Dr. Renee Rodriguez Paro, pediatric cardiologist and department chair, shared her approach to leadership—favoring courage over armor. She emphasized owning your story, having hard conversations, and leading with emotional regulation. Her message: confident, connected leaders grow by staying open, prepared, and willing to learn.
Making Medicine Work For You
Dr. Staci Tanouye, OB-GYN, opened up about overcoming burnout and redefining success. Drawing on the self-worth theory of motivation, she explored common achievement patterns and shared her own struggles with postpartum depression and a rare tumor. Her message: choose self-acceptance over overperformance, and prioritize your well-being.
The Art of Running a Thriving Medical Practice
Dr. Nicole Basa, a bariatric surgeon, shared her journey from launching a private practice in 2007 to growing a successful clinic in Austin. She spoke on work-life balance, choosing Texas post–tort reform, and eventually joining Austin Regional Clinic. Dr. Basa stressed the value of strong staff, service expansion, and adapting through challenges like COVID-19 to maintain a thriving practice.
Nurturing A Positive Practice Culture
Dr. Betsy Grunch, neurosurgeon and Ladyspinedoc, shared how valuing her team helped grow her practice. Inspired by her mother who is a quadriplegic, she emphasized hiring the right people, open communication, and small touches—like team events and matching scrubs—to build a supportive, connected culture.
Leveraging Social Media As A Medical Professional
Prioritizing Passion to Pave a Unique Career Path
Dr. Jen Caudle shares her journey of prioritizing her passions, including her unexpected experience with pageants. She emphasizes the importance of saying yes before overthinking, not underestimating off-the-rack options, and staying resilient in the face of setbacks.
Master Class: Effective Communication and Public Speaking Workshop
Marsheila DeVan, a communication expert with over 30 years of experience, delivers a dynamic masterclass on public speaking and effective communication. She highlights the power of eye contact, confident posture, and eliminating filler words.
Grow a Patient Base with Modern Marketing Techniques
Dr. Shari Marchbein, a board-certified dermatologist, captivates her audience with the story of her bold decision to launch a private practice in Manhattan at the height of the pandemic.
Creating & Cultivating Your Concierge Practice
Dr. Arti Thangadu inspires with her transformative journey from a traditional endocrinology practice to founding Complete Medicine, a pioneering direct care endocrinology practice in 2019.
National Leadership: How to Land The Role & Excel
Dr. Ruth Williams, a trailblazing ophthalmologist and visionary leader, shares a compelling narrative of her journey and the lessons she’s learned along the way.
Strategies to Uplevel your Business Productivity
Dr. Renee Young, founder of the Young Naturopathic Center for Wellness, shares her inspiring journey and powerful strategies for building a thriving business.
Leveraging Your Social Media Following To Create A Thriving Community
Dr. Karen Tang, a top reproductive health expert, is transforming how clinicians use social media to connect and educate. In just a few years, she went from having no online presence to building a large following through platforms like TikTok and Instagram.
Breaking Into Mainstream Media: Leveraging Connection & Expertise
Dr. Darria Long, a Harvard and Yale-trained emergency physician, shares her advice on what it takes to break into mainstream media. With her unique perspective as both a doctor and media contributor, she reveals the secrets to leveraging media for career growth.
Becoming the Expert: From Health Media to CMO + CEO
Dr. Jessica Shepherd, a board-certified OB-GYN, offers a captivating glimpse into her evolution from clinical medicine to becoming a dynamic media personality and entrepreneur. In an insightful conversation, she shared how embracing discomfort and viewing challenges as growth opportunities were pivotal in her journey.