Thinking Outside The Box: Direct Care Practice
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Thinking Outside The Box: Direct Care Practice

Dr. Richa Mithil shares her journey of starting a direct primary care practice focused on obesity and lifestyle medicine. She wanted to practice medicine in a certain way, with a focus on prevention and building meaningful relationships with her patients. The direct care model allows her to have more time and access with her patients to address the root causes of their struggles.

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Mentorship and Burnout: Navigating Early Career Lessons
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Mentorship and Burnout: Navigating Early Career Lessons

Dr. Nadia Mostovych shares her journey through early career decisions in medicine, focusing on mentorship, burnout, and the transition from residency to practice. She describes her unique path from rhythmic gymnastics to becoming a dual board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, discussing the challenges and insights gained along the way.

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Motherhood and Medicine: Advice for Balancing Your Two Full Time Jobs
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Motherhood and Medicine: Advice for Balancing Your Two Full Time Jobs

Dr. Kristin Cain, a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and fertility specialist, gets real about the challenges of balancing motherhood with a demanding medical career. She opens up about the struggle of managing “mom guilt,” the power of hiring competent help, and why women in academic medicine need to advocate for themselves.

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Shifting Your Path: Leaving the Employed Model
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Shifting Your Path: Leaving the Employed Model

Dr. Lilly Khavari, a board-certified foot and ankle specialist, shares her journey into podiatry and her passion for pediatric and minimally invasive surgery. She breaks down the rigorous path to becoming a podiatrist and offers expert insights on common foot health issues like sprained ankles, plantar fasciitis, and pedicure hygiene.

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Relationships in Medicine: Navigating Communication & Connection
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Relationships in Medicine: Navigating Communication & Connection

Dr. Kate Mangona, a pediatric radiologist and marriage and intimacy coach, joins Dr. Rupa Wong to discuss the importance of communication and intimacy in sustaining relationships, particularly for women in medicine. Dr. Mangona emphasizes that a happy home life is the foundation for success in all areas of life, and offers tips for maintaining strong relationships.

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Building A Thriving Micro Practice
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Building A Thriving Micro Practice

Dr. Joyce Kahng, a cosmetic dentist and content creator discusses her journey into dentistry, her transition to cosmetic dentistry, the challenges of practice ownership, and the importance of social media in growing her practice. Dr. Kahng shares her experiences balancing family life with her career and offers valuable insights for women in healthcare looking to carve their own paths. The conversation highlights the significance of building a supportive community and the evolving landscape of dentistry.

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Nurse Abnormalities: Empowering Voices in Healthcare
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Nurse Abnormalities: Empowering Voices in Healthcare

Danielle LeVeck, a dual board certified acute nurse practitioner and clinical nurse specialist, discusses the unique challenges faced by women in healthcare, particularly in nursing, including burnout, the impact of motherhood, and the dynamics within high-pressure medical environments.

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