In this heartfelt episode of the Menopause Stories Podcast, Dr. Tamara Beckford sits down with a very special guest, her mother-in-law, Erlene Lewis, a former travel agency owner, mother, wife, and businesswoman from Jamaica, West Indies, who shares her raw and relatable journey through perimenopause and menopause.

Erlene opens up about the hot flashes and night sweats that arrived without warning, a doctor who offered little more than "this is going to happen," and how she leaned on sleep hygiene, evening primrose oil, and the herbal tonic to manage her symptoms, all while running a business and raising a family.

Her story is a powerful reminder of how far we've come in women's health and how much farther we can go when women finally have access to informed, personalized care.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• What perimenopause felt like before anyone explained what it was
• The herbal remedies and lifestyle habits that helped Erlene manage her symptoms
• Why sleep became her secret weapon
• A sobering story about a colleague whose menopause journey cost her her career
• What Erlene wishes physicians would do differently
• Her message to every woman in her 40s and 50s approaching this phase of life

Ready to stop navigating menopause alone?

If Erlene's story resonates with you, you don't have to figure this out by yourself or hope your doctor takes the time to truly listen.

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Dr. Tamara Beckford and the team at Truly Balanced Wellness Care specialize in personalized, individualized menopause care, because your journey is uniquely yours.

Now serving women in Texas, Iowa, and Michigan.

📅 Book your consultation today and get the informed, compassionate support you deserve. 🌐 www.trulybalancedwc.com

In this soul-led conversation, I am sitting down with the incredible Dr. Makhunga-Stevenson to flip the script on what it actually means to move through menopause. We are dropping the "silent suffering" and stepping into a reality where you are more magnetic, more certain, and more powerful than you have ever been.

Dr. Makhunga-Stevenson shares the wild story of having a "brain fog" moment right in the middle of her TED Talk and how she chose to lead through it with total grace. Drawing from her Zulu roots and her medical expertise, she reveals why this season is actually your coronation.

You aren't being put out to pasture. You are being invited to the Big People Table where the real power lives.

This is your initiation. This is your promotion. This is your time to stop doing it all and start receiving the support, the reverence, and the empire you have built.

Elevate Your Life

I help high-achieving women maintain their edge so they remain as powerful as the empires they’ve built.

1. Book Your Menopause Strategy Session ($250): Stop the struggle. Let’s look at your labs and your life to build your personalized power roadmap. Secure Your Session Here
2. Access the Essential Menopause Roadmap: Your definitive resource for navigating this transition with total confidence. Access the Guide Here

Connect with Our Guest

Follow Dr. Makhunga-Stevenson and her journey in executive leadership here.

In this episode, Dr. Tamara Beckford talks with executive leader Tiara Abu about the menopause mood swings that catch high-achieving women off guard.

Tiara shares her story of going from a calm, military-trained professional to dealing with menopause rage, hot flashes, and night sweats.

We discuss how to set boundaries, why you feel so tired, and how to get your doctor to actually listen to your pain.

In this episode, we talk about:

1. Menopause Rage & Mood Swings: Why small things suddenly make you want to scream.
2. Brain Fog & Focus: What to do when you can't concentrate at work or keep your schedule straight.
3. Hot Flashes & Night Sweats: Dealing with the "internal heat" that hits when you least expect it.
4. Setting Boundaries: Why saying "no" is the best medicine for your heart health.
5. Talking to Your Doctor: How to explain your symptoms so you get the help you deserve.

Work With Dr. Beckford

1. Step 1: Book Your Menopause Strategy Session ($250): Stop "pushing through" the exhaustion. Let’s look at your labs and your symptoms to get you back to feeling like yourself. Book Your Session Here
2. Step 2: Download the Free Menopause Guide: Learn the top signs of perimenopause and how to manage them naturally. Download the Free Guide Here

Connect with Our Guest

1. Tiara Abu: Find her on LinkedIn at Tiara Abu or Instagram at @SheCanWork.

Dr. Esra pulls back the curtain on the "Midlife Hijack" that happens when your body stops producing hormones decades before you expected. We discuss the transition from "surviving" to "thriving," how she used powerlifting to reverse bone loss, and why women must become their own best medical advocates.

In this episode, we discuss:

1. The Invisible Side Effect: How chemotherapy and medical treatments can trigger early menopause (POI).
2. The "Birth Control" Trap: Why a simple prescription isn't a replacement for a comprehensive hormonal health plan.
3. Building a "Bulletproof" Body: How Dr. Esra reversed osteopenia through strength training and nutrition.
4. The Advocacy Blueprint: How to get your doctors to look at the "full picture" of your health, not just your labs.
5. Chapter Two Unleashed: Reclaiming your identity and strength after a major health crisis.

Work With Dr. Beckford

1. Step 1: Book Your Menopause Strategy Session: If you have labs but no answers, let’s decode them together. Get absolute clarity on your path forward. Book Your $250 Session Here
2. Step 2: Download the Free Menopause Guide: Get the essential roadmap for navigating menopause and perimenopause. Download the Free Guide Here

Connect with Our Guest

1. Dr. Esra Shermadou: Learn more about her work in hormone optimization and weight management at DrShermadou.com

In this episode of Menopause Stories with Dr. Beckford, we welcome Dr. Tammy J. Penhollow, a precision medicine expert who specializes in helping women navigate the physical toll of declining estrogen. We dive deep into why "normal" imaging often misses the root cause of your pain and how to protect your bone density and muscle mass for the long haul.

In this episode, we discuss:

1. The "Midlife Hijack": Why 70% of women experience musculoskeletal symptoms during the transition to menopause.
2. Invisible Inflammation: Why your joints and tendons feel "stiff" or "angry" even when your doctor says your X-rays are fine.
3. Movement as Medicine: Why "Exercise Snacks" are more effective than a grueling 60-minute gym session.
4. The "Eye of the Tiger": Dr. Tammy’s personal journey through surgery, hormones, and reclaiming her physical strength.
5. Regenerative Medicine: How to safely evaluate clinics and treatments in a confusing medical landscape.

Episode Resources

YOUR COMPLIMENTARY RESOURCE: 📘 Download Your Menopause Clarity Roadmap & Symptom Tracker Stop the guesswork. Use this professional symptom tracker to identify if your fatigue is stress or biology. Get the data-driven roadmap you need to start feeling like yourself again.

Connect with Dr. Tamara Beckford: Website: https://www.trulybalancedwc.com/

Free Download from Dr. Penhollow: The Patient’s Guide to Ethical Regenerative Medicine. Learn how to evaluate clinics safely: Download Here

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YOUR COMPLIMENTARY RESOURCE: 📘 Download Your Menopause Clarity Roadmap & Symptom Tracker Stop the guesswork. Use this professional symptom tracker to identify if your fatigue is stress or biology. Get the data-driven roadmap you need to start feeling like yourself again.

In this episode of Menopause Stories, Dr. Tamara Beckford sits down with Anna Reger, CEO and Founder of Flip Lok. Anna is a serial entrepreneur and inventor who thought she was hitting a wall of career burnout—only to realize her body was navigating the complex physiological shift of perimenopause.

Inside the Episode:

1. The Burnout Illusion: Why high-achievers often misdiagnose hormonal depletion as mental exhaustion.
2. CEO Mindset vs. Menopause Body: Why "pushing through" is no longer a viable strategy for 7-figure success.
3. Testing, Not Guessing: The importance of hormonal benchmarks and finding a provider you trust (like Dr. Beckford!).
4. The "Proud Mary" Moment: Reclaiming your rhythm and "rolling" through your second act with power.

TAKE ACTION NOW: Reclaim Your Executive Edge: Book Your Menopause & Hormone Strategy Session Here

Connect with Anna Reger:

Website: https://fliplok.com/

Connect with Dr. Tamara Beckford:

Website: https://www.trulybalancedwc.com/

LinkedIn: Dr. Tamara Beckford

TAKE ACTION NOW:

🚀 Reclaim Your Metabolic Edge: Book Your Menopause & Hormone Strategy Session Here

📘 Get the Menopause Guide: Download the Truly Balanced Menopause Guide Stop the guesswork. Inside this guide, you’ll find a comprehensive symptom tracker to identify your hormonal triggers and a clear roadmap to help you discuss your health with confidence and get back to feeling like yourself.

In this episode of Menopause Stories, Dr. Tamara Beckford is joined by Dr. Catherine Toomer, a Family Medicine physician and the founder of Total Weight Care Institute. Dr. Toomer shares a perspective rarely heard in the West: menopause as a celebrated "Second Act" and a preservation of wisdom.

As a physician managing her own journey with metabolic regulation, Dr. Toomer explains why the symptoms we fear—brain fog, weight gain, and "losing our edge"—are often not inevitable, but are actually results of Metabolic Dysregulation.

Inside the Episode:

1. The Global Reframe: Why celebrating midlife (the Kenyan perspective) changes your physiological response to aging.
2. Metabolic Syndrome of Menopause: The connection between insulin resistance, unopposed cortisol, and the "Menopause Middle."
3. The GLP-1 Evolution: Why low-dose metabolic support is becoming the next standard of care for menopause longevity.
4. The "We Do Not Care" Club: Harnessing your earned psychological fortitude to lead without the weight of societal expectations.
5. Reframing the "Bad Mamma Jamma": Why midlife is your most powerful, torch-bearing season.

Stop surviving your hormones. Start mastering your metabolism.

Connect with Dr. Catherine Toomer: Website: drtoomer.com

Connect with Dr. Tamara Beckford: Website: Truly Balanced Wellness Care LinkedIn: Dr. Tamara Beckford

In this episode of Menopause Stories, Dr. Tamara Beckford sits down with coach and menopause specialist Nicky Clarke to discuss the "internal volcano" that erupts when hormones shift and professional authority begins to erode.

For the executive woman, menopause isn't just a medical phase—it’s a threat to her identity and career longevity.

Inside the Episode:

1. The Performance Hijack: Why your "Gusto" disappears and how to reclaim your sharpest self.
2. The "Shrinking" Phenomenon: Why high-achievers start hiding when they should be commanding the room.
3. The Medical "Pokemon Card" Trap: Why seeing a dozen specialists for "random" symptoms is a sign you're missing the hormonal root cause.
4. Vulnerability as Power: Nicky shares how moving through the "uncomfortable" led to her most powerful professional chapter yet.

Stop managing the decline. Reclaim your executive function and your edge.

Connect with Dr. Tamara Beckford: Website: Truly Balanced Wellness Care LinkedIn: Dr. Tamara Beckford

In this vulnerable and deeply clinical episode, Dr. Tamara Beckford sits down with Double Board-Certified Reproductive Endocrinologist Dr. Erica Bove to pull back the curtain on the perimenopause experience for high-achieving women.

For years, Dr. Bove lived by a simple formula: Hard work in, results out. But when the pandemic hit, the formula broke. Despite being an expert in the field, Dr. Bove found herself battling debilitating brain fog, unexplained weight gain, and night sweats that eroded her professional confidence.

In this episode, we dive into:

1. The Birth Control Trap: Why staying on continuous birth control might be masking your "vital sign" and leading to synthetic estrogen deficiency.
2. The Myth of Resilience: Why high-achieving women often gaslight themselves into thinking they are "just stressed" or "bad at their jobs" instead of hormonal.
3. Natural vs. Synthetic: The clinical discovery that changed Dr. Bove’s life—and why HRT might be the missing piece for your brain health.
4. The Weight Creep: Addressing the frustration of "doing everything right" (triathlons, weight lifting, clean eating) and still seeing the scale move up.

If you’ve ever felt like a "shadow of yourself" or wondered why your doctor is calling you their "healthiest patient" while you feel your worst, this episode is your validation.

Delilah opens up about leading high-visibility global initiatives while unknowingly navigating the physiological shifts of perimenopause. From an unexplainable frozen shoulder to the "brain fog" that threatened her professional brand, Delilah shares the reality of maintaining executive authority when your body stops following the playbook. This episode is a clinical audit of why high-achieving women must stop "powering through" and start architecting a strategy for their next 40 years.

What We Audit in This Episode:

1. The Stealth Symptom: Why an achy shoulder was the "Aha moment" that led Delilah to investigate her hormones.
2. The Boardroom Blank: Navigating the fear of losing "street cred" when brain fog hits during C-suite deliverables.
3. The "Old Person" Myth: Dismantling the lie that menopause is a 60+ issue and recognizing the 10-year perimenopause transition.
4. Medical Advocacy: Why your primary care doctor might tell you to "thug it out" and how to find specialized clinical support.
5. The Power Track: Delilah reveals the surprisingly honest song that describes her journey through the "Midlife Hijack."

About Our Guest:

Delilah Bartlette is the founder of Delilah Bartlette Leadership Solutions. With nearly 30 years in the aviation industry, she rose to the top 1% of a Fortune 150 company, leading groundbreaking corporate initiatives. Today, she uses her unique perspective to develop courageous, confident leaders.

Resources & Links:

1. Reclaim Your Edge: Secure your Menopause and Hormone Strategy Session with Dr. Tamara Beckford to receive a 30-minute clinical audit of your labs and the "medical language" needed to architect your roadmap to optimal performance.
2. Follow the Stories: Visit Truly Balanced Wellness Care for more clinical roadmaps and executive insights.
3. The Menopause Stories Anthem Playlist: Click to listen to the Menopause Stories Playlist songs that fuel our guests on Spotify.

We will cover the mindset and mechanics that help women physicians achieve true financial freedom without losing wellness or identity. Learn how to create a simple money plan, pay off six-figure debt, grow your net worth, and invest with confidence. Discover how to align money choices with your values, career, and life.

About Dr. LatifatDr. Latifat Akintade trained at the University of California, Davis School of Medicine, completed Internal Medicine residency at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and Mount Sinai Hospital, and pursued Gastroenterology fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine. She is board certified in Gastroenterology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. As the visionary behind MoneyFitMD and The Money Coaching School for Women Physicians, she blends clinical expertise, money coaching, and life coaching to help women physicians build wealth without sacrificing wellness or identity. She is a sought after speaker, an Amazon bestselling author, a dynamic podcast host, and a proud mother of three daughters who loves great books, loud laughs, and ocean views.

What you will learn

• A step by step money plan for women physicians
  

• How to crush debt and build wealth with clarity
  

• Investing basics that reduce stress and boost confidence
  

• How to protect wellness while you grow your net worth
  

• The power of choice in career, family, and freedom

Learn more.

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• The most common (and subtle) red flags of prediabetes
  
• Why lifestyle choices matter more than you think
  
• Simple, practical steps you can take today to protect your health
  

Don’t miss this chance to learn from a physician who combines science, compassion, and real-world wisdom to help you live a healthier, fuller life

In this episode, Dr. Omofoye (neurosurgeon at Tidelands Health, Myrtle Beach, SC; training at UNC School of Medicine, UC Davis, Boston Medical Center, and a CAST-approved skull base fellowship in Los Angeles) sits down with Dr. Tamara Beckford to translate complex brain and spine topics into plain English.

We unpack:

• Neurosurgery vs. Neurology—who treats what, and when surgery is needed

• Stroke 101: ischemic vs. hemorrhagic, time-sensitive treatments (thrombolysis, mechanical thrombectomy)

• Aneurysms: why they form, genetic risk, rupture danger, and treatments (clipping, coiling)

• Traumatic brain bleeds in falls and car crashes (epidural, subdural, contusions)

• Spine surgery basics for herniated discs and sciatica

• Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s—how an implanted electrode can stop tremors

• Clear warning signs to call 911 fast: face droop, arm weakness, speech changes, sudden severe headache

• Prevention you can control: blood pressure, cholesterol, smoking cessation, and follow-up imaging when aneurysms are found

Perfect for patients, caregivers, and health-curious listeners who want evidence-based guidance without the jargon.

Listeners will learn:

• The real timeline of postpartum recovery (up to 12 months)

• Signs that need evaluation vs. what typically improves with support

• How to set up a village that works (and put visitors to work)

• Non-surgical solutions like pelvic floor therapy

• Questions to ask your OB-GYN and pediatrician in the first weeks

Perfect for new and expecting parents, partners, doulas, and anyone who wants evidence-based postpartum care. Subscribe, share, and leave a review to help more families get the support they deserve.

Dr. Sotelo shares her journey from medical school to psychiatry, her passion for life coaching, and her mission to support caregivers and executive women.

Discover her unique approach to mental health, the importance of self-care, and how coaching can empower personal and professional growth.

Learn about her innovative programs designed for burnout prevention and overall wellbeing.

Perfect for anyone looking to enhance their mental wellbeing and performance.

Connect with Dr. Sotelo: https://linktr.ee/joannesotelo

From losing her mother to a medical event that could have had a different outcome…
To battling her own chronic illness while fighting insurance red tape…
To watching corporate medicine strip physicians of their autonomy—
Dr. Dewey has seen firsthand how broken the system has become.

In this unfiltered conversation, we dig into:

• How the loss of physician autonomy is destroying patient care

• The corporate takeover of medicine (and why your 10-minute appointment is part of the problem)

• Vaccine truth vs. disinformation

• Why direct patient care may be the future

• The grassroots physician movement fighting to reclaim medicine

If you’re a patient, this will open your eyes.
If you’re a physician, it might just light a fire.

This is more than an interview—it’s a call to action.

Connect with Dr. Dewey.

https://drchristinadeweymd.com

Since launching her private practice in 2022, she’s proven that physicians can build thriving, autonomous practices while still accepting insurance.

In this episode, Dr. Anderson breaks down the systems, mindset, and boundaries that have helped her create a patient-centered, profitable practice—without sacrificing her values or her voice.

You’ll also hear how she’s mentoring other physicians to do the same, and why her passion for medical education and community impact drives every move she makes.

If you’re a physician thinking about private practice—or want to know what’s really possible within traditional models—this conversation is for you.

Dr. Anderson attended college at Duke University, earned her medical degree from the University of Alabama Birmingham (UAB), and completed her residency at the University of Alabama Family Medicine Residency.

Whether you’re dreaming of opening your own clinic or want to make your current practice more sustainable, this episode is packed with insight and encouragement.

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Over the next decade of clinical care, he gradually introduced integrative interventions such as gut-brain axis interventions, microbiome analysis, hormone balancing, mindfulness practice, exercise and diet prescriptions, as well as psychedelic therapy into his work. He co-founded Integrative Psychiatry Institute (IPI) to deliver education for mental health practitioners in advanced tools for resolving the root causes of symptoms often missed in conventional care settings.

The IPI year long psychedelic-assisted therapy training is the gold standard training in this emerging field, having graduated more than 2000 licensed professionals. Dr. Van Derveer’s innovations in the field of integrative mental healthcare are fueled by his conviction that anyone can heal if provided the right combination of support.In addition to his clinical practice and teaching, he has staffed several studies sponsored by Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies, investigating MDMA-assisted psychotherapy for chronic, treatment-resistant PTSD. Dr. Van Derveer is co host of the Higher Practice Podcast for optimal mental health, and his first book, Psychedelic Therapy, with a foreword by Gabor Mate, will be published by Shambhala Publications in early 2026.He is a graduate of Vanderbilt University Medical School and completed psychiatry residency training at the University of Colorado.

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We cover:

• His path from Xavier to Indiana University to The Ohio State

• What robotic surgery looks like in real time

• His inspiring children’s book, The Heart of the Hero, about Dr. Daniel Hale Williams

• How Live Chair is using barbershops to battle healthcare disparities

• Why self-care for busy professionals includes health—not just hair appointments

Dr. Noble is proof that saving lives happens inside and outside the OR.
This conversation will leave you informed, inspired, and ready to level up your health.

Find The Heart of the Hero on Amazon and follow Dr. Noble on Twitter @DrSteveMD.

She shares her journey from fixing homes with her mom to performing surgeries with power tools, and how her passion for movement, equity, and access to care inspired her to launch a mission-driven practice serving underserved communities. You’ll learn how she’s:

• Tackling health disparities in orthopedic care

• Supporting hospitals in rural and urban areas

• Training practices to better serve diverse patient populations

• Promoting movement as medicine through the Movement is Life Caucus

• Educating patients through her engaging platform LadyBoneDoc.com

Plus, she gets real about self-care for doctors, her love for history, and how community programs can create ripple effects that change lives.

Whether you’re a healthcare professional, patient, or community advocate, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical insight.

📍 Listen now to hear how Dr. Huff is breaking barriers, building bridges, and helping people move—one joint at a time.

Dr. Londoño earned her medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed her urology residency at Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles after earning dual degrees in Spanish and Biology at Claremont McKenna College.

Her clinical expertise includes prostate health, urinary incontinence, recurrent UTIs, erectile dysfunction, menopause-related urologic issues, and kidney stone prevention. She takes a holistic, patient-centered approach, empowering individuals through clear communication, education, and shared decision-making. Fluent in Spanish, she provides culturally sensitive care to a diverse patient population in Southern California.

A recognized leader in physician wellness and mentoring, Dr. Londoño received the 2022 Physician Leadership Award for her work supporting physician mental health and work-life balance. She continues to mentor aspiring Latinx and female doctors while delivering expert care across the full spectrum of urinary and reproductive health.

She's not just a pediatrician.
She’s the founder of EntreMD, a movement that has helped thousands of doctors build profitable, impactful businesses without burning out.

Dr. Una went from introverted clinician to CEO of a multi-seven-figure company—and now she teaches other doctors how to do the same.

In this powerful episode, we break down:

✅ The marketing strategy every doctor needs (even if you're allergic to social media)
✅ Why selling as a physician is NOT sleazy—it’s service
✅ The #1 mindset shift that took her from invisible to industry leader
✅ What she teaches doctors inside the EntreMD Business School
✅ Real examples of how doctors are scaling practices, coaching businesses, and thought leadership brands

Whether you’re running a private practice, launching a coaching offer, or just dreaming of entrepreneurship...

You can’t afford to miss this.

🔗 https://www.entremd.com

Dr. Nneka (Una) Unachukwu is a board-certified pediatrician and the visionary founder of EntreMD. She launched the EntreMD Business School, the premier incubator for physician entrepreneurs, to close the gap between medical training and business success. A sought-after speaker, author of The EntreMD Method, and podcast host, Dr. Una has helped thousands of doctors embrace visibility, build wealth, and lead with purpose.

From her beginnings at Morehouse School of Medicine to founding Urology Unbound, Dr. Wilson shares her powerful journey—from nurse to surgeon, and now leader in diversifying one of the most underrepresented surgical fields in medicine.

💡 What you’ll learn:

• What urology really is—and why women need urologists too

• How pelvic floor disorders, urinary incontinence, and sexual dysfunction are treated

• Dr. Wilson’s “Scrubs moment” that led her to surgery

• Why only 2% of urologists are Black—and how Urology Unbound is creating change

• How she balances purpose, self-care, and success as a physician

👩🏾‍⚕️ Whether you’re interested in medicine, passionate about equity in healthcare, or want to hear from a woman who’s reshaping the system from the inside out—this episode is for you.

🔗 Resources:

• Dr. Wilson’s nonprofit: urologyunbound.org

• Her practice at Georgia Urology: gaurology.com

• Personal site: shenellewilsonmd.com (update if needed)

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Dr. Lorna Rodriguez is a nationally recognized gynecologic oncology surgeon and Vice Chair of Faculty Development in the Department of Surgery at City of Hope National Medical Center, where she also serves on the Enterprise Leadership Team. A Professor in the Division of Gynecologic Oncology, she has spent over 30 years as a clinician, researcher, and educator at some of the top medical institutions in the United States.

Her research focuses on ovarian cancer, particularly targeting the CD44 receptor, which contributes to drug resistance and cancer aggressiveness. She leads clinical trials and a multi-laboratory collaborative group developing novel immunotherapies to accelerate scientific breakthroughs.

Beyond the lab, she’s a hands-on surgeon who believes deeply in understanding cancer through direct surgical experience, which she uses to guide treatment with chemotherapy and radiation when necessary.

She holds a:

• MD from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine

• PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry

• Fellowship in Gynecologic Oncology from the University of Michigan Medical School

We dive deep into the sneaky symptoms of ovarian cancer, why early detection is so difficult, and what every woman should know about protecting her health.

Whether you’ve experienced symptoms, know someone who has, or want to stay informed, this episode is a must-watch.

💡 Topics we cover:

• What is a gynecologic oncologist?

• Ovarian cancer signs & why they’re often missed

• How to advocate for yourself with your doctor

• Treatments, tests, and real patient journeys

• Support for families & loved ones

• Why laughter is the best medicine

  
  

📍 Dr. Rodriguez is at City of Hope, Duarte, California.

In this heart-touching interview, Dr. Mitra Ayazifar, – a thriving eye surgeon and mother – opens up about her battle with ovarian cancer, from the terrifying first symptoms to building her own medical practice.

Dr. Mitra, is a board-certified ophthalmologist and eye surgeon. She earned her M.D. from George Washington University in 1997 after completing her undergraduate studies at UC Berkeley. Her residency in ophthalmology was completed at Brown Medical School, where she later served as Clinical Assistant Professor and managed key services at Rhode Island Hospital and the VA Medical Center. She is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and Sacramento Women of Optometry.

Her journey as a cancer survivor, warrior mom, and medical leader is packed with resilience, wisdom, and inspiration.

Whether you're fighting your own battle or supporting a loved one, this story will move you and motivate you.

🎯 Learn the subtle ovarian cancer symptoms you shouldn’t ignore

🌟 See how Dr. Micra turned pain into purpose

🏥 Hear how she built Capital Eye Medical Group after surviving cancer

📍Find her at: www.capeyemed.com

In this insightful interview, Dr. Tamara Beckford speaks with Dr. Zhen Chan, founder of Grapevyne, to explore how doctors can reclaim control over their careers—and how healthcare organizations can hire doctors more effectively.

Learn how physician-led networking, transparency, and community are reshaping the future of medical hiring.

Discover the tools and mindset that empower smarter hiring decisions, reduce burnout, and foster long-term physician satisfaction.

✅ How lack of transparency hurts both doctors and hospitals
✅ The power of physician communities in hiring
✅ Innovation from within: Doctors building better systems
✅ A new era of wellbeing and smarter recruiting

💼 A must-watch for healthcare leaders, recruiters, and doctors seeking real change.

🔗 Connect with Dr. Zhen Chan
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/zhenmd
Instagram: @zhen_md | @grapevyne.health
TikTok: @zhenmd | @grapevyne_

Dr. Mary completed her medical education at the University at Buffalo School of Medicine. She went on to complete her residency in Internal Medicine and her fellowship in Hematology and Medical Oncology at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.

Her solid clinical background, combined with her experience as a certified life coach, gives her a unique and compassionate perspective on physician burnout and well-being.In this empowering livestream, discover how Dr. Mary went from burnout and after-hours charting to confidently finishing her clinical day on time.

Learn the exact tools and mindset shifts that transformed her routine and helped her rediscover joy in medicine.

✅ Why charting was draining her energy

✅ How coaching transformed her time and mindset

✅ How she helps physicians regain control, clarity, and time

✅ Steps to build a meaningful, sustainable medical career

Dr. Mary founded Shining With Gratitude MD to guide physicians through their unique journeys. Her mission: help doctors feel better, live fuller lives, and fall in love with medicine again.

Connect with Dr. Mary

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Website https://www.shiningwithgratitudemd.com

In this powerful episode, Dr. Tamara Beckford welcomes Dr. April Soto, an expert in integrative medicine and ketamine therapy, to explore its transformative impact on PTSD, burnout, and emotional healing.

From overcoming early adversity to becoming a leader in mental wellness, Dr. Soto shares her journey and clinical expertise—showing how holistic, patient-centered care is revolutionizing mental health.

🎯 What You’ll Learn:

• What ketamine therapy is—and isn’t

• How it helps with trauma, depression, and burnout

• The science behind dissociation and emotional release

• Safe protocols for therapy and the power of music in healing

• Why a spiritual and conscious connection is part of the process

📍 Timestamps:
00:00 – Welcome & Introduction
01:44 – Dr. Soto’s Path to Medicine
16:00 – Ketamine Therapy 101
24:24 – Healing with Ketamine: Process & Safety
34:31 – Burnout & Recovery: Real Stories
39:42 – Connect with Dr. Soto

💡 If you're a provider, a patient, or curious about modern emotional healing, this conversation is a must-watch.

🔗 Connect with Dr. Soto:
Website: https://lalimhealth.com/
Instagram: @lalimhealth
Facebook: aprilsotomd

🎙️ They discuss how estrogen, testosterone, and hormonal shifts impact women’s health — especially during perimenopause and menopause.

With a mix of science and compassion, Dr. A shares real-world tips on hormone optimization, medical weight loss, and lifestyle upgrades to help you feel your best at any age.

00:00 Welcome to the Dr. Tamara Beckford Show
00:05 Introduction to Women's Hormonal Health
00:48 Meet the Expert: Dr. Beckford's Esteemed Guest
02:17 Journey to Becoming a Doctor
04:22 Choosing Family Medicine and Beyond
05:40 Discovering Obesity Medicine
09:14 The Evolution of Obesity Medicine
12:23 Understanding Hormonal Imbalances in Women
19:04 Optimizing Health During Menopause
21:45 The Importance of Hormone Optimization
25:45 Understanding Testosterone and Hormone Balance
26:27 The Importance of Medical Weight Loss
27:37 Healthy Lifestyle Tips for Longevity
29:30 Preventing and Managing Pre-Conditions
32:19 Personal Journey and Avoiding Burnout
39:02 Alternative Career Paths and Hobbies
41:40 Connecting with Dr. Angel and Final Thoughts

🌿 What You'll Learn:

• The truth about hormones and weight gain

• How to thrive during menopause

• When hormone therapy is right for you

• Doctor-approved longevity tips

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Since founding Bauman Medical in Boca Raton, Florida, in 1997, Dr. Bauman has personally treated over 34,000 patients and performed more than 12,000 hair transplant surgeries.

His compassionate, patient-first approach and artistic eye for restoration have made him one of the most sought-after hair loss specialists worldwide.

He earned his M.D. from New York Medical College and completed his surgical residency at Mt. Sinai Medical Center and Beth Israel Medical Center in New York City. 

Dr. Bauman is board certified by the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery (ABHRS), a Fellow of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (FISHRS), and a member of the International Alliance of Hair Restoration Surgeons (IAHRS). ​

Throughout his career, Dr. Bauman has received numerous accolades, including being voted "America's #1 Top Hair Restoration Physician" for eight consecutive years and being awarded "Hair Restoration Surgeon of the Decade" by Aesthetic Everything. 

Forbes recognized him as a "Top 5 Transformative CEO" and one of "Ten CEOs Transforming Healthcare in America." ​

He holds advisory positions with organizations such as the World Trichology Society and has been involved in the research and development of advanced hair loss treatments.

His expertise has been featured across various media platforms, including his YouTube channel, where he educates viewers on hair restoration topics.

🍎🥦 Join us for this inspiring live conversation with Dr. Janice Walker, a double board-certified family and lifestyle medicine physician with over 20 years of clinical experience. 

A graduate of the Medical College of Wisconsin who completed residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals/Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare-All Saints.

Dr. Walker is based in Broward County, Florida, where she helps patients transform their lives through nutrition, movement, and sustainable lifestyle changes.

In this episode, we’ll explore:  

✅ How to transition to a plant-based diet without stress

✅ Key health benefits: energy, weight loss, disease prevention

✅ The link between plant-based eating and mental clarity

✅ Dr. Walker’s personal story of burnout—and how food helped her heal

✅ Coaching tips from her program, Living Healthfully Now

Whether you're curious, just starting, or ready to commit, this session will help you take confident steps toward better health through food 🌿

Connect with Dr. Walker:

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How can we heal the healers? 

Join Dr. Jennie Byrne, a leading psychiatrist and best-selling author of Moral Injury: Healing the Healers, for a must-watch discussion on mental health in medicine, clinician burnout, and ethical challenges in healthcare.

What You’ll Learn: 

✔️ What moral injury is and how it differs from burnout

✔️ Why healthcare professionals are leaving medicine at alarming rates

✔️ How to heal from the stress, guilt, and trauma of patient care

Dr. Jennie Byrne is a board-certified psychiatrist, neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and healthcare innovator with a mission to revolutionize mental healthcare.

She’s an  Advisor to: Wovenly, PsychNow, Overstory Health – companies using AI, data, and technology to transform mental health care. Former Co-Founder: Belong Health – a healthcare company for vulnerable populations.

Featured on podcasts, webinars, and live events about mental health, burnout, and healthcare innovation.

Dr. Byrne earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biological Basis of Behavior and French from the University of Pennsylvania, where she was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa.

She then pursued both an MD and a PhD in Neurophysiology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, deepening her expertise in the intersection of medicine and neuroscience. Following medical school, Dr. Byrne completed her residency in Psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, further refining her skills in mental health care and clinical practice.

Connect with Dr. Jennie on Linkedin.

🔑 What You'll Learn:
✅ How she transitioned from medicine to multifamily real estate investing 🏡
✅ The mindset shifts needed to scale wealth beyond medicine 💰
✅ How she closed a $49.1M real estate deal 💼
✅ Actionable steps for physicians & professionals to build passive income and financial freedom

If you’re a high-income professional looking to escape the time-for-money trap and build generational wealth, this is a must-watch! 📈

🎯 Who is Dr. Nkem Ezeamama?
Dr. Ezeamama earned her medical degree from George Washington University and trained in emergency medicine at Carolinas Medical Center. Passionate about financial empowerment, she founded Pheenyx Capital Investment, helping healthcare professionals build wealth through multifamily real estate. She’s also the creator of My Expansive Life, a platform dedicated to mindset transformation, personal growth, and financial success.

Dr. Jill Kruse is a family medicine physician with a diverse background and a passion for blending medicine, education, and entrepreneurship.

She earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency through the University of Wisconsin - Baraboo Rural Training Track in family medicine.

Her academic journey also includes an undergraduate degree from Augustana College and a Master of Science in Microbiology from South Dakota State University.

As the CEO of Flight Time Medical, she specializes in providing aviation medical services, combining her expertise as a pilot and physician.

When not at Flight Time Medical, she is a hospitalist and also serves as the host of On Call with the Prairie Doc, a public television program dedicated to improving medical literacy.

Known for her versatility, she has been featured on the local CBS affiliate show Keloland Living for her popular “Jill of All Trades” segments, showcasing her wide-ranging skills in historical sewing, making chainmail, aerial arts, theatrical costuming, and set design.

Her passion for learning and teaching is evident in every endeavor she pursues.

She is the recipient of the Tomorrow’s Leaders Award from the Catholic Health Association and the Inspirational Physician Award from the AMA Women’s Section.

Beyond medicine, her creativity shines in the arts. She won Best Set Design twice from Broadway World South Dakota for her work on Murder on the Orient Express and Matilda the Musical. She also took home "Best in Show" at Brookings Habitat for Humanity’s "Nail the Runway" fashion show—a competition inspired by Project Runway’s unconventional materials challenge, where at least 50% of the dress must be crafted from construction materials.

Additionally, Dr. Kruse has contributed to academic and literary works, with chapters in Transforming the Heart of Practice (edited by McCallister & Hamilton) and Perspectives From the Prairie, a collection of Prairie Doc newspaper essays.

Connect with Dr. Kruse

• Flight Time Medical Facebook Page
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• Dr. Jill Kruse's LinkedIn Profile
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• Prairie Doc YouTube Channel
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Join me for a deep dive with Dr. Gibbs., an expert in thyroid and hormone care, as we separate myth from fact. We'll break down how hypothyroidism affects metabolism, why some patients struggle with weight despite treatment, and what you can do to take control of your health. If you've ever felt frustrated with weight fluctuations and thyroid issues, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss!

Dr. Dana Gibbs,  graduated from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 1994 and completed her residency in Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Kansas Medical Center. After years of practicing as a board-certified Otolaryngologist, Dr. Gibbs transitioned her focus to thyroid and hormone care, combining her surgical expertise with a passion for addressing complex thyroid and metabolic disorders. Now specializing in holistic thyroid care, Dr. Gibbs helps patients with conditions like Hashimoto's disease and chronic fatigue who have struggled with traditional treatments. A Fellow of the American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy, she integrates advanced techniques and personalized care to help patients regain their energy and vitality.

Connect with Dr. Gibbs

Podcast: Beyond the Thyroid https://open.spotify.com/show/71lbRQFtZ9zySuNXEKgM3nWebsite: https://www.danagibbsmd.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/consultantsinmetabolismInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/danagibbsmd/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@danagibbsmd8190TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dana.gibbs.mdLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danagibbsmd/

Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Dr. Manju Dawkins, board-certified dermatologist and co-founder of Thimble Health—the first comprehensive solution for alleviating needle pain and stress.

She’ll share why physicians should get involved in startups, how innovation can transform patient care, and why compassion is key to healthcare advancements.

Dr. Dawkins earned her B.A. from Columbia University and her M.D. from the University of Maryland.

She completed her dermatology residency and served as Chief Resident at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx, NY.

As an Assistant Professor at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, she was twice named Teacher of the Year. With experience in academic, private, hospital-based, and group practice settings in New York and Los Angeles, she brings a wealth of knowledge to the conversation.

Fun fact: She is 5'2" (on a good day). Dr. Dawkins played Division I basketball at Columbia University and served as team captain her senior year.

She is a founding and current member of the Columbia Women’s Basketball Advisory Board and a member of the Columbia Athletics Women’s Leadership Council.

Don’t miss this inspiring discussion on how physicians can drive meaningful change in healthcare!Website: thimblehealth.com

Instagram:@thimble.health

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I’m thrilled to welcome Dr. Mena.Dr. Nina Joy Mena, known as Dr. NJoy, is an Atlanta-based community psychiatrist, author, and motivational speaker, committed to reducing mental health stigma in the Black community.

A wife and mother of three, she is double board-certified in General Psychiatry and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, with licenses in ten states.Dr. NJoy serves as Chief Medical Officer at CHRIS 180 and has held academic roles at Morehouse and Emory University School of Medicine.

As founder of NJoy LIFE LLC and host of the Journey to Joy Live podcast, she champions mental wellness, resilience, and joy.

Her journal, NJoyNAL: Nurturing Authentic Living, released in 2024, highlights holistic self-care and growth.

An avid runner, Dr. NJoy has completed 36 half marathons and 9 full marathons, using running as therapy. A proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., she embodies leadership and service.

Connect with Dr. Mena:

Facebook: @NJoy LIFE

Instagram: @Dr.NJoy.Life

Youtube: @DrNJoyLifeMD

Tik Tok: @Dr.NJoy.Life

Join this conversation with Dr. Sodhi.

Muscle matters—especially when using GLP medications! In this episode, I sit down withDr. Mona Sodhi, a double board-certified expert in internal and obesity medicine, to break down why body composition is crucial for long-term health.

With her background inculinary coaching from Harvard’s Institute of Lifestyle Medicine, Dr. Sodhi shares her unique approach topreserving muscle, optimizing metabolic health, and making GLP medications work for you.Join us as we discuss thecommon pitfalls, practical strategies, and the real science behind muscle retention while on these medications.

If you're on a weight loss journey and want to protect your strength and vitality, this episode is for you!

Connect with Dr. Sodhi:

@drmonasodhi

https://www.monarchconciergewellness.com

Dr. Christine Ko is Professor of Dermatology and Pathology. She is board certified in dermatology with a specialty certificate in dermatopathology. Most of her time is spent in the Division of Dermatopathology, where she renders diagnoses for skin biopsies, sent in to Yale from Yale Dermatology Associates and other dermatology practices in Connecticut. Dr. Ko currently specializes in Transplant Dermatology, providing care for patients with organ transplants who are generally on immunosuppressive medications and are at higher risk for skin cancer. 

Dr. Ko received her AB at Princeton University and MD from New York University School of Medicine. She completed internship at UCLA, and her dermatology residency at University of California, Irvine. Her research focuses on skin cancer, particularly squamous cell carcinoma and keratoacanthoma, in collaboration with researchers in the Department of Genetics and the Division of Dermatologic Surgery. She’s been at Yale for almost 20 years and has written academic books, papers for journals, and a nonfiction book on doctor-patient connection. She wrote a picture book with her son!

YouTube @thegirldocsurvivalguide

LinkedIn @Christine J. Ko

Instagram @christinejeanko

Twitter @ChristineJKoMD or @ChristineJKo

Join us for this week’s episode as we dive into the truth about menopause wellness and weight management—no fluff, just real talk about reclaiming your energy, confidence, and power during this transformative stage of life!

Contact Dr. Lake:

(For A Complimentary Menopause Relief or Fitness and Weight Loss

Consultation):https://DrDiFitLife.as.meDr. Di Fitness

Facebook link:https://www.facebook.com/Dr-Di-Fitness-102901168416517/Free fitness accountability group.

Professional Women Getting Fit:https://m.facebook.com/groups/143455166379490

Dr. Di’s Instagram Handle:https://instagram.com/drdifitlifeLinkedIn

LinkedIn

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Stacey Ishman, MD, MPH is an academic career coach, a real estate investor and the Founder of Medical Mentor Coaching. She became a Full Professor of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Cincinnati in 2016 and currently works at Dayton Children’s Hospital and Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital. She is Market Chief Medical Officer for Amerihealth Caritas Ohio and is past-President of the International Surgical Sleep Society.Dr. Ishman earned her medical degree from Rush Medical College, completed an Otolaryngology residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin. She completed a fellowship in pediatric otolaryngology and underwent advanced sleep training at Johns Hopkins where she served as faculty from 2005-2013. She also obtained her MPH from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.

She has authored more than 220 original research papers, 20 book chapters, and co-edited the book entitled Essential Sleep Medicine.Whether you're an early-career physician or looking to reach the next level, this live stream is packed with actionable advice to help you succeed in academic medicine.

Connect with Dr. Ishman

https://www.instagram.com/sishmancoach/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/medical-mentor-coaching/

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Dr. Glezer began her training at Harvard and then transitioned to the University of California, San Francisco, where she has been a practicing physician, teacher, mentor, and is an associate professor. She is a board certified psychiatrist, a distinguished fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, and a past President of the Northern California Psychiatric Society.

She established the annual Bay Area Maternal Mental Health Conference and the Women’s Wellness Psychiatry Podcast to inform women and their clinicians about mental health and emotional issues common in the reproductive years. Her teaching passion includes founding the online Fellowship in Reproductive & Integrative Psychiatry.

She began her private practice in 2017 to help women throughout the Bay Area access reproductive mental health services and is really passionate about helping as many women as possible. It has grown to 11 clinicians, specializing in reproductive and integrative women's mental health across California.

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He attended medical school at the University of Iowa, completed a pediatrics residency at the University of Arizona, and returned to Iowa for his fellowship.

After brief subspecialty training in fetal echo at Stanford, he joined the faculty at the University of Iowa.We’ll discuss how the mindset physicians develop during training sets us up for burnout and frustration.

In this episode, Dr. Reinking will explore how the "physician mindset" shaped during training often leads to imbalance and frustration in both work and life. He’ll provide actionable strategies to shift away from this mindset, reclaim your purpose, and restore balance in your career and personal life.

Connect with Dr. Ben

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This session is for busy women who want to feel amazing in their bodies while still enjoying everything the holidays have to offer.

Grab your favorite warm drink and join us for an interactive chat that’ll leave you inspired and ready to take on the holidays with confidence!

Dr. Anita Lwanga is an Exercise Physiologist, General Internist, Geriatrician and assistant professor of General Internal Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan. Dr. Lwanga’s mission is to provide compassionate and holistic care. She helps her patients optimize their diet, exercise, sleep, and medications so that they can stay healthy, active, and out of the hospital.Dr. Anita is a dedicated healthcare professional with a rich academic background. She earned her Doctor of Medicine from St. Matthew's University, building a strong foundation in medical practice and patient care.Dr. Anita also holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Exercise and Health Physiology from the University of Calgary, where she developed expertise in understanding the human body and promoting physical wellness.

In addition, she completed a Bachelor of Health Studies with a focus on Indigenous Health, a unique program sponsored by the First Nations University of Canada and the University of Regina, showcasing her commitment to addressing health disparities and fostering community wellness.
Contact: Dr. Anita Instagram: @lwangamd

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Medicine is an art, and as physicians, we have the creativity, intelligence, and drive to thrive not only in our profession but in ways that align with our deepest passions. Dr. Behringer will guide you on how to become an "Artist of Medicine," blending your professional expertise with personal fulfillment.

Dr. Christopher Behringer is an American Board Certified Family Medicine, OMT, and Lifestyle Medicine physician and keynote speaker currently based in South Central Kentucky. A graduate from the Lake Erie of College of Osteopathic Medicine, he completed his Family Medicine residency at the Sampson Regional Medical Center in Clinton North Carolina. Dr. Behringer has a focus on non-pharmacologic modalities towards health achievement and functional freedom.

He serves as a Course Director helping teach medical education and family medicine practices for LECOM, as well as serves as Chief Learning Officer for the medical education company ReelDx. He has presented for universities across the United States as well as spoken at national conferences.

Dr. Behringer was born and lived 19 years in Saudi Arabia and has a strong passion for helping the country he was raised in; helping to author articles for their Family Medicine Essentials Guide.

Dr. Davis’s journey began with a Biology degree from Ursinus College in Pennsylvania, complemented by studies in exercise and sports science and performance nutrition. She earned her medical degree from Lincoln Memorial University in Tennessee, where she also served as a teaching fellow in anatomy and osteopathic manipulation. Her residency at Stony Brook University - Southampton was a time of professional growth and personal transformation, during which she became chief resident and welcomed her first child.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and actionable tips to support postpartum mothers. Whether you’re a new mom, a healthcare provider, or someone supporting a loved one through this phase, this conversation is for you.

Dr. Davis combines her extensive background in anatomy, osteopathy, integrative medicine, and functional nutrition to empower mothers to thrive during the postpartum period. As the founder of Latched Nourished Thriving, she’s on a mission to provide holistic support for breastfeeding mothers and their families. Connect with Dr. Davis

@latchednourished on IG/TT/YT@latchednourshedthriving on FB@laurendavisdo on LinkedIn

Dr. Dawn Baker is the physician, writer, speaker, and lifestyle design coach behind Practice Balance. She helps physicians and other professionals step off the treadmill of achievement, rediscover their true selves, and cultivate a practice of balance that’s right for them.

Dr. Baker holds BS and MS degrees in Chemical Engineering from the University of Arizona. She attended medical school and completed residency training in anesthesiology at the University of Utah School of Medicine. She then served on the faculty at the same institution for 10 years before transitioning to her current clinical practice of locum tenens/per diem anesthesiology.

Dr. Baker is the author of Lean Out: A Professional Woman’s Guide to Finding Authentic Work-Life Balance and host of the Lean Out Podcast. She is also a certified yoga and meditation instructor passionate about off-grid living, homeschooling, fitness, and travel.

Contact Dr. Baker:

https://www.practicebalance.com

https://www.instagram.com/practicebalance

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dlbakermd

https://www.facebook.com/dawn.l.baker.1

Dr. Catherine Harmon Toomer is a board-certified Family Medicine physician, hypnotherapist, NLP practitioner, and the founder of TOTAL Weight Care Institute™️.

She is dedicated to providing a comprehensive and compassionate alternative to the shame-to-change model and the cycle of yo-yo progress often seen in wellness and weight health spaces.

Dr. Toomer speaks, teaches, and collaborates with courageous rule breakers, focusing on empowering those who are tired of feeling unwell and facing shame when seeking help. Drawing from her own experiences and success stories, she helps individuals develop strategies to reclaim their lives.

Building confidence and courage is at the heart of Dr. Toomer’s work.

Dr. Toomer speaks, teaches, and collaborates with courageous rule breakers, focusing on empowering those who are tired of feeling unwell and facing shame when seeking help. Drawing from her own experiences and success stories, she helps individuals develop strategies to reclaim their lives.

Building confidence and courage is at the heart of Dr. Toomer’s work.

Dr. Michelle Flemmings is a healthcare thought leader, change agent, and Executive Director of Market Development for Healthcare at Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. With over three decades of experience across bedside patient care, clinical leadership, and industry governance, she brings unparalleled expertise to her role. A graduate of SUNY Syracuse for medical school, Dr. Flemmings completed her Internal Medicine residency at St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital in New York City, followed by an Emergency Medicine residency at The Ohio State University, where she served as Chief Resident.

In her live talk, Dr. Flemmings will share insights on how to create the career you want by aligning personal strengths, values, and goals with the evolving demands of the healthcare industry. Drawing on her extensive experience in digital healthcare and strategic development, she will discuss the importance of building meaningful client relationships, using data to drive decision-making, and taking charge of your professional path. 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mflemmingsmd?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

You Tube: EmpowerHer Network.https://youtube.com/@drmichelleflemmings?si=7RHL-eH299uW6-z8

Dr. Stombaugh graduated from Creighton University Medical School, completed her residency at the University of Chicago, and practiced outpatient primary care in Evanston, Illinois. Now based in Charlottesville, Virginia, she runs a private weight loss clinic, seeing patients both in-person and via telemedicine throughout Virginia and Illinois.

With a warm and supportive approach, Dr. Stombaugh empowers individuals and the medical community to adopt evidence-based obesity treatment. She’ll be discussing the powerful role of mindset in weight and health, offering insights on how shifting your thoughts can transform your journey. Don't miss this chance to hear from a true expert in the field.

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Dr. Crystal Nelson is a board-certified psychiatrist and entrepreneur with a passion for revolutionizing behavioral health treatment. She is the CEO and founder of two Georgia-based companies: Blueprint Psychiatry and Blueprint TMS and Wellness Centers of America. In less than five years, she has expanded these services to over 4,000 clients, earning hundreds of five-star reviews from satisfied patients. Dr. Nelson is dedicated to providing personalized, cutting-edge care, focusing on treatment-resistant depression and other mental health conditions. Her unique approach blends genetics, advanced technology, and nutritional coaching to deliver exceptional outcomes.

A graduate of Spelman College, Dr. Nelson earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from Morehouse School of Medicine. She completed her psychiatry residency at Virginia Commonwealth University and received additional training in Geriatric Psychiatry from Emory University. Dr. Nelson’s deep expertise in psychiatry, combined with her ability to make complex psychological concepts accessible, has empowered her clients to reclaim their mental wellness and transform their lives.

Dr. Nelson has gained national recognition for her work, having appeared on CNN, Fox, and in *Working Mother*, *Voyage ATL*, *Canvas Rebel*, and *Atlanta Magazine*. In 2023, she was named Top Doc Atlanta in psychiatry, a prestigious honor awarded by her peers. Over the course of her career, she has treated thousands of patients, including celebrities and public figures, and has become a sought-after speaker on topics such as entrepreneurship, self-care, pharmacogenomics, depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD, and work-life balance. Her engaging presentations have captivated audiences across the country.

In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Nelson is the author of *A Blueprint to Better Mental Health*, a guidebook designed to help individuals take control of their mental wellness. She also serves as an adjunct faculty professor at Morehouse School of Medicine, where she contributes to the training and development of future physicians.

Outside of her professional life, Dr. Nelson enjoys dancing, traveling, and spending quality time with her husband Kenny and their three children: Kenny Jr., Jordyn, and Kenton. She is committed to maintaining a fulfilling balance between her career and family life, serving as a role model for her clients and peers.

@drcrystalnelson

Since 2018, he has been an independent consultant, providing services for healthcare professionals and imaging centers. His career spans numerous institutions, reflecting a strong commitment to diagnostic radiology and consulting. 

He is the author of four award-winning “Not a Real Enemy: The True Story of a Hungarian Jewish Man’s Fight for Freedom. He grew up in a suburb of Detroit as the only child of Ervin and Judit Wolf. Their stories of their escape from communist Hungary, and his father’s tragic history of escaping the Nazis twice but losing his own parents, inspired Robert to document his parents’ tales and share those stories with Jewish groups, history aficionados, and biography lovers throughout the United States, Europe, and elsewhere. In Not a Real Enemy Robert shares his family saga—and the forgotten history of the nearly half million Hungarian Jews who were deported and killed during the Holocaust—through an epic and inspiring tale of daring escapes, terrifying oppression, tragedy, and triumph. 

Website: http://RobertJWolfMD.com

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Join us for an episode with Dr. Singh, a Stanford-trained, board-certified internist, primary care physician, writer, and consultant. Dr. Singh attended medical school at UC San Diego, completed her internal medicine residency at Stanford, and also holds a Master's in Nutrition from Columbia. Her writing has been featured in NPR, The New England Journal of Medicine, and Annals of Internal Medicine.

As the founder and solo physician of Juniper Modern Primary Care, a direct primary care (DPC) micropractice in Houston, TX, Dr. Singh has revolutionized primary care for busy women by leveraging automation, integration, and AI to enhance efficiency, improve patient experience, and reduce overhead. By her second year in business, she was earning more than her previous salary while working just 20-25 hours per week, with full control over her practice.

In 2024, Dr. Singh launched Micropractice Mama, a virtual platform designed to educate and empower primary care physicians. Through this platform, she provides educational resources, 1:1 support, and a community to help physicians create sustainable, autonomous practices filled with authenticity and joy.

During this episode, Dr. Singh will discuss why *now* is the perfect time to explore the micropractice model, what it is, how it works, and why it offers a compelling solution for physicians seeking to escape burnout and moral injury in today’s healthcare landscape.

IG: @soniasinghMD and @juniperhtxLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ssingh1

After years of research and perfecting his Smith Sinus Migraine Technique, Dr. Smith has cured thousands of patients who suffered from debilitating migraines. In this episode, Dr. Smith shares his journey from a groundbreaking discovery during his fellowship to helping 90% of his patients become migraine-free. Learn how his approach is transforming lives and challenging the medical community’s understanding of migraines.

Notably, Dr. Smith is the first Black American to complete a residency in Otolaryngology at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston, as well as the first Black American to complete the Facial Plastic Surgery Fellowship at the prestigious McCollough Plastic Surgery Clinic in Alabama. In addition to his clinical and academic roles, he was appointed to the Texas Medical Board and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

Social media Handles here: https://podfol.io/profile/kevin-smith

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Blog: Lean PrivatePracticeSolutions.com

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Simultaneously, she completed a Masters in Public Health from UT School of Public Health. She has practiced in the Greater Houston area as a Board-Certified Pediatrician since the completion of her training in 2003. Through her more than 20 years of experience, she has seen first-hand how parents juggle their personal and professional lives.

She found a need for a pediatric clinic that was in an easily accessible location within one of the busiest hubs of Houston – the City of Bellaire. This need, along with her desire to establish a practice with a neighborhood feel, led to the creation of Pediatric Pod.

Dr. Aida Khanum is a mother to 3 active young boys and lives with her husband and family in the City of Bellaire.

She is involved in the local school and community. She speaks multiple languages including Spanish, German, Urdu and Hindi. She has travelled to various parts of the world – Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe and Central America – but is very proud to call Houston her home.

Dr. Aida Khanum stands out with her experience, wealth of knowledge, and desire to provide the best loving care possible for her patients.

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Dr. Ajao completed her residency at Baylor College of Medicine with a strong interest in pursuing a fellowship in global health. However, burdened with nearly half a million dollars in student loan debt, she decided to pause her fellowship dreams to tackle her financial obligations. She began practicing emergency medicine in a community setting, aiming to pay off her debt, build a nest egg, and eventually return to academia. 

Unexpectedly, after five years working in a high-acuity environment, Dr. Ajao experienced career burnout. Her financial stress worsened when her employer transitioned from physician-owned to corporate-owned, increasing pressure to meet RVU targets, patient satisfaction scores, and quality metrics—none of which directly improved patient outcomes. 

Feeling disillusioned and losing passion for the field she once loved, Dr. Ajao decided it was time for a change. She negotiated higher pay with local hospitals, reduced her clinical hours, and pursued a career in locum tenens. Additionally, she began focusing on her money mindset, shifting from a scarcity mindset to one of abundance and success. 

Drawing on her personal experiences with burnout and financial stress, Dr. Ajao founded the Money Mindset Academy. Through this coaching program, she empowers women physicians to master their relationship with money, helping them double their net worth and regain control of their financial futures.

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Dr. Erkeda DeRouen stands as a changemaker in healthcare innovation. She began her educational journey at Hampton University, transitioning to Boston University School of Medicine and the University of Maryland for her Family Medicine Residency. She is a triple-board certified (Family, Lifestlye, and Diversity Medicine) executive leader in digital health. As a digital health risk management consultant at Digital Risk Compliance Solutions, she helps organizations navigate the landscape intelligently. She also serves as the Chief Medical Officer of the women's health startup, Emme. With collaborations that include unicorn founders and involvement in technologies now surpassing $1 billion in value, Dr. DeRouen's impact extends beyond business: she’s the voice behind the influential podcast The Prospective Doctor, a two-time best-selling co-author, and the visionary behind the TEDx talk "Did Disney Just Save Healthcare? Imagine This," viewed by over 100k. Dr. DeRouen is on a mission to redefine healthcare for the digital age, ensuring it's efficient, safe, and accessible to all.

Contact Dr. DeRouen www.linkedin.com/in/erkedaderouenmd

www.instagram.com/doctordgram

www.youtube.com/@DigitalRiskComplianceSolutions

As a transplant doctor, Dr. Weill learned what really matters—discover his journey.

Dr. David Weill is the former Director of the Center for Advanced Lung Disease and the Lung and Heart-Lung Transplant Program at Stanford University Medical Center. He is currently the Principal of the Weill Consulting Group, where he focuses on improving the delivery of pulmonary, ICU, and transplant care. Dr. Weill's writing has been featured in prominent publications, including the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Salon, Newsweek, the Chicago Tribune, STAT, the Washington Post, The Hill, LitHub, Tablet, The Times of Israel, and the Los Angeles Times. He has also appeared on Fox, CNN, and The Doctors television show, and has been interviewed by the New York Times, the San Francisco Chronicle, and the Wall Street Journal.

In addition to his extensive professional accomplishments, Dr. Weill is an accomplished author.

His memoir, Exhale: Hope, Healing, and A Life in Transplant, was published in May 2021, and his novel, All That Really Matters, was published in June 2024.

Dr. Weill attended medical school at Tulane, completed his internal medicine residency at UT Southwestern, and pursued a pulmonary, critical care, and lung transplant fellowship at the University of Colorado.

Connect with Dr. Weill

LI; @davidweillmd

FB: @davidweillmd

IG: @davidweillmd

Join us for a conversation with Dr. Belizaire as she shares her journey of choosing entrepreneurship and autonomy over a guaranteed salary as a single mother. 

Discover the fears, the path, the reality, the highs, and the lows of this bold decision. 

We’ll also talk about overcoming imposter syndrome.

🎙️ Guest Spotlight: Dr. Belizaire

Dr. Ritha Belizaire is a double-board-certified general and colorectal surgeon in the Heights neighborhood of Houston, Texas. 

Dr. Belizaire earned her Bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering from Yale University in 2002 and was also a women's varsity soccer team member.

She went to medical school at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, completed a seven-year general surgery residency at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, including a two-year NIH-sponsored research fellowship, and finally finished her training with a one-year colorectal surgery fellowship at Mount Sinai West in New York City. 

After several years in academics and employed medicine, she ventured out on her own and opened a solo private colorectal surgery practice, which celebrated one year in business this past July!

Outside of medicine and entrepreneurship, Dr. Belizaire is a proud single mom by choice of two young girls. She enjoys attempting to relive her glory days of competitive sports by playing tennis and dabbling in pickleball.

Connect with Dr. Belizaire

Instagram, TikTok and Youtube:  @rithabelizaireMD

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rithabelizairemd/

If you are like me, you're drowning in decision fatigue and endless to-do lists.

You make decisions all day at work, then you get home and have to make more.

What is for dinner today? (Does this sound familiar)You were so happy for the summer break until you realized all the summer camps were full, and you had to figure out what the kids would do during the day.

You got that done, and now, it’s time for the fall edition.

Who is doing what activity on what day?

Have you coordinated drop off and pick up?

It's worse if you have kids going to school in different locations. Oh, and don’t forget you still have to work.

Did you prepare for that upcoming meeting for your job?

By the end of the day, you are wiped out!

It’s time for a change!

Join our 10-day Morning Reboot Routine and kickstart your journey to reclaim your mornings and sanity.

Starting August 12th!

Email 'REBOOT' to drbeckford@urcaringdocs.com, and I'll add you to the challenge.

She completed her pediatric residency at Michael Reese Hospital in Chicago, IL.

She finds great satisfaction in providing care to her evolving and melding patient population, now easily in its second and early third generations. She has been a clinical instructor in the residency program for St. Louis Children’s Hospital since 1985.

Her husband, John is an Internal Medicine physician, her daughter, Colleen - a Physician’s Assistant in Family Practice, and her son, J.C. – an Orthopedic Surgeon.

Join us to learn from Dr. Wuellner’s profound insights on the importance of a finding a medical home.

Contact Dr. Wuellner:

Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/pediatrichealthcareunlimited

Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/kathiewuellner

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/Pediatrichealthcareunlimited

I’m excited to talk with Dr. Carla Davis about how her faith drives her work and her commitment to holistic care.

🎙️ Guest Spotlight: Dr. Carla M. Davis

Dr. Carla Davis is a dedicated pediatrician and allergist-immunologist who founded the Family Faith Health Clinic to provide holistic healthcare coupled with spiritual care to uninsured communities in the inner city of Houston, Texas.

Collaborating with an interventional cardiologist, an internal medicine physician, and a gynecologist, she brings family-centered healthcare to under-resourced families.

Dr. Davis serves as the Director of the Division of Immunology, Allergy, and Retrovirology, and as a Professor of Pediatrics and Immunology & Microbiology at Baylor College of Medicine. She also holds the Janie and Sandra Queen Endowed Chair in Immunology and HIV/AIDS. Throughout her career, she has focused on preventing and treating allergic and immunologic diseases while addressing health disparities.

Her academic journey includes an undergraduate degree from Howard University, a medical degree from Duke University, and a pediatrics residency at Texas Children's Hospital in Houston. Following her fellowship in allergy and immunology at Baylor College of Medicine, she joined the faculty and has remained there for over two decades.

Dr. Davis's accolades include the Norton Rose Fulbright LLP Faculty Excellence Award, the Texas Medical Association Academic Excellence Gold Award, and recognition as a Top Doctor by Texas Monthly Magazine. She has also been honored as a Doctor of Excellence by the Board of Leaders of Healthcare Providers of Excellence. She has been nominated as one of "America’s Best Physicians" by the National Consumer Advisory Board.

Beyond her professional achievements, Dr. Davis is passionate about community education and diversity initiatives. She is a role model and mentor, helping others balance work and family life. Her mission is to improve the quality of life for children through advancements in medical diagnosis and treatment.

Dr. Davis is an active Friendship Community Bible Church member and serves on the Board of Directors of The Impact Movement ministry.

Join us to learn from Dr. Davis's profound insights on integrating faith and healthcare and discover how her spiritual beliefs shape her approach to medicine and community service.

Contact Dr. Davis:

https://familyfaithhc.org/

Dr. Grayer's extensive medical background includes a Critical Care Fellowship at Jackson Memorial Hospital and an Anesthesiology Residency at the same prestigious institution in Miami, Florida.

She earned a Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey and a Bachelor of Science in Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology from the University of Maryland.

Discover the strategies and support systems that helped Dr. Grayer navigate this complex journey.

Whether you're a medical professional contemplating a return to practice or simply interested in the human side of medicine, this episode offers a compelling look at the realities and rewards of reclaiming one's place in the healthcare community.

In this conversation, Dr. Amna Shabbir will share her expertise on navigating the challenges faced by new physicians and offer practical advice to help them excel both professionally and personally.

🎙️ Guest Spotlight: Dr. Amna Shabbir  

Dr. Amna Shabbir is the Founder and CEO of the Early Career Physicians Institute. She is a Duke Certified Wellness and Life Coach, and a dual board-certified Geriatrician-Internist. Dr. Shabbir is also a super mom to two young girls. She completed her medical school at the Aga Khan University, her residency at the Cleveland Clinic, and her fellowship at Duke University.

Dr. Shabbir passionately supports new attending physicians, guiding them through post-medical training challenges. Her insights help physicians balance their work and personal lives, thrive in their careers, and maintain their well-being. Join us to learn from her extensive experience and practical tips for success.

Contact Dr. Shabbir:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amna-shabbir-md/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.amnashabbir/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dr.amnashabbir.mdSubstack: https://earlycareerphysician.substack.com

🎙️ Guest Spotlight: Dr.Haggerty

Dr. Michelle Haggerty is an innovator, adventurer and advocate. She is a mom to 3 young boys and two angel babies. Dr. Haggerty got a Masters in Public Health prior to medical school at the University of Minnesota. 

She attended medical school at Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and did family medicine residency in St. Paul, MN. She is fellowship trained and Boarded in Integrative Medicine and Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine. 

She has extensive training in perinatal mental health and in various complimentary and alternative medicine modalities including yoga, mind-body medicine, food as medicine, and manipulative medicine. 

She is founder and CEO Fourth Trimester Doc, a private practice providing in home medical care to dyads during the 4th trimester and beyond. She also provides coaching services for people postpartum nationwide. She is co-executive director of the nonprofit Center for 4th Trimester Care, a membership based organization providing professional support for healthcare professionals working with families in the 4th trimester.

Contact Dr. Haggerty

Facebook: Fourth Trimester Doc

Instagram: fourthtrimesterdoc

YouTube: 4thtrimesterdoc

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-haggerty/

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Wittry, where we delve into the powerful practice of identifying these essential elements to craft a life that aligns with them.

🎙️ Guest Spotlight: Dr. Wittry

Dr. Sarah Wittry completed her medical education at the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM) in Blacksburg, VA.

She then pursued a residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) and a fellowship in Hospice and Palliative Medicine at the University of Washington.

Currently residing in Columbus, OH, Dr. Wittry practices full-time hospice and palliative medicine and is also a life coach for women physicians. Her coaching journey began when she used it to overcome chronic overwhelm, burnout, dissatisfaction, and feelings of inadequacy as a mom. Dr. Wittry's personal experiences include going through infertility, becoming foster parents, adopting two children through the foster system, and undergoing IVF, resulting in a family of four children with unique challenges. She enjoys yoga, reading, travel, and nature. 

Connect with Dr. Sarah

IG: @sarahannewittry Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-wittry

Vibrant Humans Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FRMn2KQCc09oaicWsEe7m?si=fd7d96ac5473487c

Dr. Kim Tranquada completed medical school at SUNY Downstate in Brooklyn and her emergency medicine residency at SUNY Downstate King’s County Hospital. As a board-certified emergency medicine physician of 27 years, Dr. Tranquada has navigated the complexities of diverse clinical settings across the United States, with a focus on innovation and equitable care.

Dr. Tranquada’s latest venture encompasses the role of founder and CEO of the Healthcare Alliance For An Equitable World. With a mission to reduce human suffering and uplift the dignity of all people through equitable healthcare, the Healthcare Alliance is connecting physicians with rural and under-resourced communities worldwide to provide urgent and routine tele-consultations.

At the Healthcare Alliance For An Equitable World, we dream of a world where healthcare knows no borders, where healthcare professionals are united in a global alliance driven by passion and purpose, and where everyone has access to a life filled with opportunity.

Connect with Dr. Tranquada

Website https://haew.org LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kim-tranquada-md-facep-faaem-899349259

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kim.tranquada/about

🎙️ Guest Spotlight: Dr. Troutman

Dr. Caissa Troutman is a triple board-certified MD specializing in obesity medicine and culinary medicine. She has overcome obesity personally, transitioning from a medical director position to establish a direct-care weight wellness specialty practice.

Dr. Troutman focuses on midlife women experiencing weight gain during their menopause transition. She understands the frustration of being told to eat less and move more without seeing results and aims to provide effective, personalized care.

As the founder and passionate ambassador of WEIGHT reMDy, Dr. Troutman has a special interest in peri-menopause/post-menopausal women’s health and brain health.

Previously, she served as the physician leader and medical director for Wellspan Medical Weight Management Program, where she developed and implemented a dual telehealth and in-office practice to increase access to evidence-based obesity care across Central PA.

Her extensive background includes roles as a primary care physician and urgent care physician in Rhode Island and Pennsylvania. Dr. Troutman completed her family medicine residency at Penn State Hershey/Good Samaritan and earned her medical degree from the University of the East in the Philipines.

Dr. Troutman holds several licensures and certifications, including being a Diplomate of both the American Board of Obesity Medicine and the American Board of Family Medicine. She is also a Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist and holds certification in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I).

Contact Dr. Troutman:

FB and IG, YouTube - @weightremdy

Dr. Ruth Obiarinze is a native of Washington, D.C, and a proud second-generation Nigerian American. Dr. Obiarinze obtained her degree in Biochemistry from Texas Woman's University. She then matriculated into medical school at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. Dr. Obiarinze performed a stint of clinical training in general surgery at Dartmouth Hospital before transitioning into Utilization Management. Dr. Obiarinze is a mentor, a public speaker, and an entrepreneur. She is passionate about encouraging others and working with people to reach their full potential.

Instagram: obi_the_md

🎙️ Guest Spotlight: Dr. Bhopal

Nishi Bhopal, MD, is board-certified in Psychiatry, Sleep Medicine, and Integrative Holistic Medicine. She graduated from the University College Cork School of Medicine, completed her Psychiatric residency at Henry Ford Health System, and completed a fellowship in Sleep Medicine at Harvard Medical School.

She is the founder and medical director of Pacific Integrative Psychiatry, an online practice in California where patients receive a whole-person approach to anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders, including nutrition, psychotherapy, and integrative and functional medicine.

In addition to her private practice, Dr. Bhopal founded IntraBalance, an educational platform for physicians and therapists that includes a YouTube channel and online courses on clinical sleep medicine for healthcare practitioners. Her passion is making clinical sleep medicine easy to understand and accessible to all.

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nishibhopal/

YT: https://www.youtube.com/c/intrabalanceIG: https://www.instagram.com/intrabalanceFB: https://www.facebook.com/IntraBalanceLLC/

I’m excited to interview my coach, friend, and mentor, Dr. Una!

Dr. Nneka Unachukwu is the founder of EntreMD, a company on a mission to help 100,000 physicians build profitable 7 and 7+ figure businesses so they have the freedom to live life and practice medicine on their terms. 

She does this through the EntreMD Business School, the only school of its kind for physician entrepreneurs, the EntreMD podcast, a top 10 podcast, and her best-selling books. 

Dr. Una, as she is fondly called, has also been featured in Forbes, and her company hit #17 on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing privately held companies in America.

She is a board-certified pediatrician and resides outside Atlanta with her husband and four children.

You don't want to miss the conversation if you’re a physician or an aspiring physician entrepreneur!

Contact Dr. Una

Website Address: www.entremd.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/nneka.chinemeunachukwuInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drunachukwu/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/druna/The EntreMD Podcast: https://entremd.buzzsprout.com

Dr. Tomi Mitchell is a parent, friend, daughter, entrepreneur, physician, and Mental Health & Wellness Coach.

She has been practicing Family Medicine since 2011, with experience in both hospital and clinic settings.

Dr. Mitchell uses the four principles of family medicine to guide her holistic wellness practice, focusing on client-centered “whole person” care.

Her approach includes not just physical health, but also emotional, intellectual, social, environmental, financial, occupational, and spiritual well-being.

Dr. Mitchell believes that an imbalance in one area can affect the entire wellness wheel.

She also has experience in Aesthetic Medicine but finds her Holistic Wellness practice most rewarding. In this practice, she witnesses significant transformations in her clients within months.

As a certified holistic wellness coach and family physician, Dr. Mitchell is dedicated to improving her clients' overall quality of life through a "whole person" approach.

Contact Dr. Mitchell:

Website: https://www.holisticwellnessstrategies.com/

Dr. Sara Ionescu is a board-certified family medicine physician, wife, mom of 4, and exercise enthusiast. She graduated from Drexel College of Medicine and completed her residency in York, PA. She is passionate about wellness, preventative care, and exercise and loves to inspire others to move.

She strives to stay physically active daily as she sees massive physical and mental health benefits with this and wants to help, inspire, and encourage others to do the same!

She'll discuss how she's stayed committed to exercising, even as a busy mom with multiple kids, and explain why exercise is a game-changer for battling burnout.

Her story sheds light on the incredible benefits of staying active, especially for parents trying to balance life's demands.

Contact Dr. Ionescu

Instagram: @drsaraionescu

YouTube: @DrSaraIonescu

Facebook: facebook.com/drsaraionescu

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drsaraionescu

Website: drsaraionescu.com

Dr. Andrikopoulou is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Washington and the Medical Director of the Echocardiography Lab at Harborview Medical Center. She completed her internal medicine training at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, cardiology fellowship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), and advanced multimodality cardiovascular imaging training at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston. Dr. Andrikopoulou also holds an MBA from UAB.

She is an expert in Cardiovascular Imaging with a clinical niche in Cardio-Oncology. Dr. Andrikopoulou is a rising leader in the space of artificial intelligence. She is passionate about developing and implementing artificial intelligence ("collaborative intelligence") algorithms to optimize clinical workflows and ensure delivery of high-quality, equitable care to all patients and communities.

Her expertise has been recognized with several awards, including the 2016 Rising Stars in Healthcare in Alabama and the 2016 American Heart Association Women in Cardiology Trainee Award for Excellence.

Andrikopoulou www.linkedin.com/in/effie-andrikopouloumd

IG: drandrikopoulou_md

Dr. Maiysha Clairborne is an Integrative Physician, Thought Leader, Master Trainer of Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) and Hypnosis. Founder of Mind Re-Mapping Co. she helps coaches and healthcare professionals create dramatic results in the lives of others by helping them move past their internal fears, limiting beliefs & undesired behaviors so they can achieve the results they desire and ones they couldn’t imagine.

Dr. Maiysha’s specialty is revealing the impact that our unconscious thoughts and beliefs have on the reality we create. She teaches her students that by mastering internal and external communication, we can empower ourselves, and assist others in getting in the driver’s seat of life. 

Dr. Clairborne holds a BA in Psychology from Emory University. She obtained her MD from Morehouse School of Medicine and completed a Family Medicine Residency at Florida Hospital.

She is a TEDX Speaker, the author of The Wellness Blueprint, and the host of The Black Mind Garden Podcast.

Connect with Dr. Clairborne

www.facebook.com/drmaiysha

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www.linkedin.com/in/drmaiysha

www.youtube.com/drmaiysha

www.tiktok.com/drmaiysha

Dr. Bricker is an internal medicine physician and former Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer of Compass Professional Health Services. 

Compass is a Healthcare Navigation service that grew to 1.8M members across 2,000+ clients including T-Mobile, Southwest Airlines and Chili's/Maggiano's Restaurants. Compass was acquired by Alight Solutions in July 2018. Alight is a 10,000 person employee benefits and HR outsourcing company that separated from Aon in 2017.

Dr. Bricker then went on to found AHealthcareZ, which provides 400+ healthcare finance educational videos with 220K+ Views Per Month Across All Platforms.

Dr. Bricker is also the Medical Director for SimplePay Health, an alternative health plan for self-funded employers. Dr. Bricker attended the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency in internal medicine at Johns Hopkins.

Contact Dr. Bricker

AHealthcareZ YouTube Channel

Dr. La Toya Luces-Sampson, affectionately known as Dr. Toya on social media, is a wife, mother, board-certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist, and Physician Coach.

Born and raised in Trinidad and Tobago, she traveled to the United States, where she earned her Bachelor's and Medical Degrees from Howard University in an accelerated six-year BS/MD program.

She completed her residency training at Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia and has lived and practiced in Northern California since graduating from that program.

She uses her social media platform, Dr. Toya OBGYN, to empower women to take charge of their reproductive health and advocate for themselves. She is also a Coach for Physician Moms who are postpartum and beyond, helping them go from feeling anxiety and resentment to confidence and joy.

Contact Dr. Toya

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Dr. Sarah Nasir is a dual board-certified Family Medicine physician, subspecializing in Addiction Medicine. An alumna of UC Davis, she majored in Biological Systems Engineering and later pursued her passion for medicine at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr Nasir's dedication took her to UCSF Fresno for her Family Medicine internship, concluding her residency at the Arnot Ogden Family Medicine Residency Program in NY. 

💡Service to others:

Her commitment to underserved communities is notable. Having served in DC's community clinics and homeless shelters, predominantly within the marginalized African American community, she delved deep into addiction treatment while fulfilling the National Health Service Corps service requirements. This mission continued in Santa Barbara, CA, where she extended her primary care and addiction medicine expertise. 

🌐Entrepeneurship

Currently, as the medical director at a methadone clinic, Dr. Nasir specializes in treating patients with opioid addiction. She founded several holistic wellbeing-focused startups, including Tripti-v, Transcendant You, and the nonprofit Pacific Oasis Foundation. 

Connect with Dr. Nasir

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facebook.com/transcendantyou

IG: @transcendantyou

Dr. Terralon Knight is a board-certified family physician, speaker, best-selling author, and career coach. She graduated from the Warren Alpert Medical School at Brown University. She completed her family medicine residency at the University of Texas-Houston. She is also a busy mom of three. Discover actionable strategies, insights, and expert advice on confidently overcoming fear and navigating this career shift. 

Contact Dr. Knight

Instagram: @drterralon

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drterralon

Dr. Eva Selhub, a globally renowned resilience expert, physician, executive coach, and acclaimed author, wields transformative energy and intuitive guidance. With nearly two decades at Harvard Medical School and as a former Medical Director at the Benson Henry Institute for Mind-Body Medicine, her unparalleled expertise in leadership and well-being redefines traditional approaches.

Empowering Executives

Dr. Eva empowers executives to embrace purpose-driven leadership by blending alternative healing methods, strategic thinking, and purposeful living. Her unique methodologies elevate professional performance and foster harmonious work cultures where conflict resolution becomes a strategic asset.

She merges scientific insight with spiritual wisdom through tailored consultations and coaching sessions, enriching leadership capabilities. Executives witness a holistic shift, harmonizing personal well-being, resilience, and strategic acumen. This comprehensive approach triggers profound organizational dynamics, fostering enduring success.

Author and Writing📚

An esteemed speaker and author of six books, including "Burnout for Dummies" and "Resilience for Dummies," Dr. Eva's insights have graced esteemed publications like The New York Times, earning her international recognition.

Join the conversation and discover a new paradigm for professional success and personal fulfillment.

Contact Dr. Eva

https://www.linkedin.com/in/theloveresponse

Facebook Dr. Eva Selhub

Instagram @drevaselhub

Twitter @DrEvaSelhub

Youtube @evam.selhubmd9487

Dr. Gazelle is a former hospice physician, part-time Harvard Medical School Assistant Professor, Master Certified Coach for physicians, and mindfulness meditation teacher. Over the past decade, she has coached over 500 physicians and physician leaders.

She is the author of the 2023 Mindful MD: 6 Ways Mindfulness Restores Your Autonomy and Cures Healthcare Burnout. 

Download your free chapter at gailgazelle.com/mindfulmd. 

She is also the author of the 2020 Everyday Resilience: A Practical Guide to Build Inner Strength and Weather Life’s Challenges and the 2013 Harvard Health Guide Mindfulness Support for Alzheimer’s Caregivers. 

Dr. Gazelle’s work has been featured in diverse venues such as the New England Journal of Medicine, CNN, Medical Economics, and Oprah Magazine. 

Contact Dr. Gazelle

LI: GailGazelle MD

X: GailGazelle MD

FB: Women In Medicine First Group

At age 16, she  received a bursary from the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) and enrolled at the University of Witwatersrand (Wits) to study medicine. At the age of 21, Dr. Thibela became the youngest female medical doctor in South Africa, earning her Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery degrees from Wits University. 

🌍 International Recognition

Dr. Thibela became a Golden Key International Society Member during her time at the university. In January 2022, she was honored among 200 Young South Africans by Mail & Guardian, showcasing her impact and potential on a global stage.

🌐 Current Challenges

Despite her incredible achievements, Dr. Thibela currently faces the challenge of unemployment, a situation shared by over 800 doctors in South Africa. Her willingness to serve anywhere in the country and her openness to opportunities globally reflects her dedication to her calling. Driven by a desire to help people, the current inability to practice medicine has taken a toll on her well-being.

Connect with Dr. Thibela Linkedin: Dr Thibela

Facebook:Thakgalo Thakgi Thibela

Dr. Esparaz completed her undergraduate education at Northwestern University. She then attended Wright State Boonshoft School of Medicine. She completed her residency and fellowship in ophthalmology at Boston University Medical Center.

💡 Turning Point:

Dr. Esparaz encountered a pivotal moment three years ago when experiencing burnout. The catalyst for change occurred when her nanny intentionally harmed her child, revealing the need for a profound shift in priorities. Faced with the question of purpose, she transformed her life, becoming board-certified in Lifestyle Medicine and earning her certification in health and wellness coaching.

🌟 Empowering Women in Healthcare:

Driven by a passion to help women in healthcare not just survive but thrive, Dr. Esparaz employs evidence-based lifestyle medicine approaches. Recently, Dr. Esparaz deliberately decided to step back from performing cataract surgery, a choice we'll discuss. We'll talk about how female doctors are still valuable even if they let go of their careers or choose to go part-time.

Connect with Dr. Esparaz

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Join us in a compelling conversation with Dr. Jeff Willis, an emergency medicine physician on a mission to revolutionize the role of physicians in medical malpractice litigation.

🌐 About Dr. Jeff Willis:

Dr. Willis earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri and completed his residency at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, NC. With 20 years of clinical experience, he has worked in diverse medical settings, from high-acuity trauma centers to rural critical access hospitals. Throughout his career, Dr. Willis served as a Medical Director for a 90,000 annual visit emergency department and founded a successful emergency department staffing company. His expertise extends to healthcare administration, holding an advanced degree in the field.

💼 On-Call MedLegal Consulting

Dr. Willis provides consulting services for medical malpractice attorneys, offering strategic collaboration, expert witness matching, and deposition preparation. He also helps defense attorneys with strategies to defend against cases that should have never been pursued.  He believes that more ethical, well-trained, and experienced physicians must become involved in the legal process. When physicians and attorneys work together, their patients and clients will ultimately get the best care.

Join us to talk about his transition from emergency medicine to nonclinical work. 

We’ll talk about how he's building a one-man business and all the medical and legal work that's available.

Dr. Williams is an adult psychiatrist in private practice with a passion for wellness and the founder of a new dating app, Miss Doctor that was created to help women doctors achieve their personal life goals. She attended Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine (formerly Medical College of Virginia - MCV) and completed her Psychiatry residency at Howard University Hospital in Washington, DC

💖 About the App: Miss Doctor

Explore a unique dating platform for successful women, including eligible single men from various professions. Geared towards serious relationships, the app is a go-to site to connect smart, ambitious, high-achieving women, particularly in medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, law, and other doctoral-level professions. The vision is to build the largest network of single female physicians and other accomplished professionals.

I'm excited to chat with Dr. Williams about love, dating, and finding a partner.

You'll love this episode.

Keep up with Miss Doctor

Instagram: MissDoctorApp

Facebook: MissDoctorApp

Dr. Rachel Draelos is a physician-scientist. She was the first person to earn an MD and a PhD in Computer Science from Duke University. Her research focuses on artificial intelligence methods development for medical applications.

Dr. Draelos is passionate about leveraging trustworthy AI to benefit doctors and patients. Her AI and medicine blog, Glass Box Medicine, has over 500,000 viewers from 170 countries, and her academic publications have garnered over 300 citations.

🌐 About her company

After graduating from the MD/PhD program, she decided to take an unconventional route, and instead of residency, became the Founder & CEO of Cydoc, a health tech startup.

Cydoc's mission is to create a modern, AI-native electronic medical record that automates administrative tasks and enables doctors to spend less time on the computer.

Cydoc's first product is a Smart Patient Intake Form that interviews patients using medical reasoning, then generates an HPI/subjective section, streamlining the visit and helping doctors spend less time writing notes. 

Dr. Draelos talks about charting a unique career path as a physician, computer scientist, and health tech entrepreneur, finding balance, and career changes as a form of self compassion.

🌐 Connect with Dr. Rachel Draelos:

🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-draelos-md-phd-2754434a/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rachel.lea.ballantyne 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/racheldraelos?lang=en

Dr. Jattu Senesie, a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist, shares her journey from clinical practice to becoming a certified success coach and speaker on physician satisfaction. She completed residency and medical school at Emory University School of Medicine.

🌐 About Dr. Jattu Senesie:

A native of the DC metropolitan area and a graduate of the University of Maryland Baltimore County, Dr. Senesie brings a unique perspective on finding balance and well-being in the demanding field of medicine. 

Retiring from clinical practice at age 35, she now dedicates her efforts to empowering early-career physicians to prioritize their satisfaction and well-being. Her experience fuels her passion for guiding physicians and encouraging them to be intentional about shaping their lives.

Ready to dive into a conversation on physician satisfaction and well-being? Join us for an engaging discussion with Dr. Jattu Senesie.

Connect with Dr. Jattu

Www.Instagram.com/dressenceofstrength

https://www.facebook.com/essenceofstrength

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jattu/

Dr. Adame attended medical school at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston and completed a pediatrics residency at the University of Utah.

She is the owner and CEO of Culver Pediatrics Center, which is rebranding to Culver Wellness Center, a transformational holistic wellness clinic for women.

Culver Pediatrics Center was voted one of the Best Physician Offices in Best of Marshall County 2023. In addition to her pediatrics residency, Dr. Adame has completed additional training on holistic wellness for adults through the American College of Lifestyle Medicine.

Dr. Adame is also a Whole Foods Plant-Based cook and baker. She hosts “The Veggies Over Pills Radio Show with Dr. Adame” on local radio station Giant FM and is the author of the “Metamorphosis: Holistic Lifestyle Journal”.

She writes a regular column in the local paper, The Culver Citizen, titled "Get Healthy with Dr. Adame." She speaks on corporate wellness ecosystems and other topics related to the well-being of the American workforce.

Contact Dr. Adame

Insta/FB: @CulverPedsLinkedIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/noemiadamemd/

Dr. Johanna B. Moore, a full-time dermatopathologist, is the founder of She is Money Success Strategy and Coaching. She also owns two wellness and education companies alongside her husband. A Harvard-trained, triple board-certified physician, life coach, business owner, and mom of twins, Dr. Moore brings a unique blend of expertise.

🌐 About Dr. Johanna B. Moore:

Graduating from the Ohio State University for medical school, Dr. Moore further honed her skills at the Harvard affiliate Massachusetts General Hospital and UC San Francisco for residency and fellowships. Certified with the Life Coach School and currently undergoing training with the Chopra Institute for Integrative Nutrition for her Yoga and meditation instructor certification.

💬 Dr. Johanna's Journey:

Join us as Dr. Johanna B. Moore shares her transformative journey, navigating the challenges of success and rediscovering the essence of a fulfilling life.

Connect with Dr. Johanna: www.instagram.com/sheismoney.llc

Dive into the world of holistic health with Dr. Kara Wada, a board-certified adult and pediatric allergy, immunology & lifestyle medicine physician and the Crunchy Allergist podcast host. As a certified life coach and Sjogren's patient, Dr. Wada blends her naturally-minded and scientifically grounded approach to health and healing.

🌍 **About Dr. Kara Wada:**

Dr. Wada earned her medical degree at the University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed her Internal Medicine-Pediatrics residency, Allergy/Immunology, and Medical Education fellowships at The Ohio State University and Nationwide Children’s Hospital. She is a diplomate of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, actively breaking down barriers in our siloed medical system.

💡 **Unique Approach to Health:**

With a focus on the challenges of allergies and autoimmunity, Dr. Wada works tirelessly with her patients and coaching clients, aiming to bridge gaps in healthcare. As a Sjogren's patient, her personal experience adds a unique perspective to her naturally-minded strategies.

🌐 **Connect with Dr. Wada:**

Explore the Crunchy Allergist podcast and tap into Dr. Wada's expertise in lifestyle medicine. Follow her journey on social media:

- Podcast: Crunchy Allergist

- Instagram: @immuneconfident

Join us for a candid conversation with Dr. Lisa Oldson, MD, as we delve into the topic of weight loss and strategies to accelerate your journey. Dr. Oldson, a board-certified Internal Medicine physician, has been a distinguished faculty member at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and the Feinberg School of Medicine since 1998.

🌐 About Dr. Lisa Oldson: After completing her medical education at Rush University, Dr. Oldson continued her journey as Chief Resident in Internal Medicine. With years of experience, she earned additional certification in Obesity Medicine from the American Board in 2013. Dr. Lisa is passionate about guiding individuals toward and sustaining a healthy weight by dispelling myths and embracing science.

🔍 Weight Transformation Program: Dr. Lisa, a certified coach, has crafted an innovative program aimed at not only transforming weight but also reshaping one's relationship with food and self. Bid farewell to outdated notions like "move more, eat less" as she shares the latest scientific insights.

🏡 Personal Side: Residing in the Chicago suburbs with her family and pets, Coach Lisa may not be the fastest jogger, but she's an adept tango dancer.

🌐 Connect with Dr. Oldson:

• Website: Smart Weight Loss Coaching
• Instagram: lisaoldsonmd
• Facebook: Lisa Oldson
• YouTube: Lisa Oldson
• LinkedIn: Lisa Oldson, MD

Meet Dr. Borger, a devoted mom of three, a loving wife, and a board-certified physician with a thriving business empire. As the successful owner of The Aesthetic Doctor and Concierge Medical Arts, she pioneers Concierge Medical Aesthetics in Fayetteville, NC, offering personalized non-surgical medical aesthetics.

🏥 **Medical Practice:**

- Founder: Concierge Medical Arts

- Practice Focus: Full-spectrum non-surgical medical aesthetics

- Location: Fayetteville, NC

- Philosophy: Centered on individual patient experience and goals

🚀 **The Aesthetic Doctor:**

- Platform: Encompasses the Podcast "The Aesthetic Doctor"

- Offers: Courses, Life, and Business Coaching

🎓 **Education & Professional Journey:**

- Medical School: University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine

- Emergency Medicine Residency: Michigan State University and Western Michigan University

- Fellowship Training: Duke University

- Duke University Roles: Attending Physician and Clinical Instructor (2 years)

- Current Roles: Faculty at Drexel University, Core Faculty Member for Emergency Medicine Residency at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

🌐 **Connect with Dr. Borger:**

- Instagram: @doctorborger

- Facebook: [The Aesthetic Doctor]

During his 25 years as an academically oriented emergency physician, Dr. Jeff O’Driscoll experienced phenomena that science couldn’t explain, such as seeing souls leave their bodies at death and communicating with them.

🌐 **About Dr. Jeff O’Driscoll:**

An international speaker and intuitive mentor, Dr. O’Driscoll, after stepping away from clinical medicine, connects souls to their highest self and their most authentic life path. His spiritual journey began in childhood after his brother's tragic farm accident, shaping his unique perspective on life and death.

📌 **Career Highlights:**

Practicing emergency medicine for twenty-five years in a level-one trauma center, Dr. O'Driscoll served as department chair for eight. Trained at the University of Utah School of Medicine, he is board-certified in internal medicine and a fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians.

📚 **Author and Speaker:**

Recently transitioning from clinical practice to consulting and writing, Dr. O'Driscoll has authored a novel, "Who Buried Achilles?", a series of children's books about Muck the Duck, and his award-winning memoir, "Not Yet," delving into his spiritual encounters in the emergency department.

🌐 **Connect with Dr. Jeff O’Driscoll:

- 🔗 LinkedIn: Dr. Jeff O’Driscoll

Excited to chat with Dr. Gaskins-Tillett about ways to find purpose and make this your best year ever.

🌐 **About Dr. Sherita Gaskins-Tillett:**

Board-certified Ob/Gyn and founder of Level Up Lady Doc, Dr. Gaskins-Tillett empowers women physicians to rediscover bliss and reclaim control of their lives. As the host of Level Up Live, she showcases women physicians making phenomenal contributions inside and outside the exam room.

🎓 **Education and Career Journey:**

Georgetown University School of Medicine alumna, Dr. Gaskins-Tillett completed her Ob/Gyn residency at George Washington University. Transitioning from clinical medicine in 2019, she now serves as a medical director for a large insurance company, residing in Severn, MD, with her husband and 10-year-old daughter.

🌐 **Connect with Dr. Gaskins-Tillett:**

- 📘 Facebook: [Level Up Lady Doc](https://www.facebook.com/levelupladydoc)

- 📸 Instagram: [@levelupladydoc](https://www.instagram.com/levelupladydoc/)

- 🔗 LinkedIn: [Sherita Gaskins-Tillett, MD](https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherita-gaskins-tillett-md/)

- 🎥 YouTube: [Levelupladydoc](https://www.youtube.com/c/Levelupladydoc)

Dr. Polack is board-certified in pediatrics, and she is passionate about advocating for healthy living in pre-teens and teens and helping them love their bodies. and She often speaks to parents and professionals who encounter this age group to help them use the right language to communicate about health rather than weight. Dr. Polack has been practicing since 1996 and has spent most of her time at Progressive Pediatrics in Bayonne, New Jersey.

🚀Weight:
Have you heard a fat joke? I am sure you have. Somebody probably laughed even though the child was ashamed. These jokes start early, and many people don’t have the tools to talk about weight in children. 🌐 Connect with Dr. Polack:

- 🎥 YouTube: [Progressive Pediatrics](https://www.youtube.com/c/ProgressivePediatrics)

- 📘 Facebook: [Healthy Kids Doc](https://www.facebook.com/healthykidsdoc)

- 📸 Instagram: [Progressive Pediatrics](https://www.instagram.com/progressive_pediatrics/)

- 🔗 LinkedIn: [Progressive Pediatrics](https://www.linkedin.com/company/progressive-pediatrics/)

Dr. April Renee Ruffin, a board-certified Internal Medicine Physician, health coach, and dynamic entrepreneur, takes center stage in an inspiring conversation. We’ll discuss the importance of mentorship and how to be an effective mentor.

🌍 **About Dr. April Renee Ruffin:**

A summa cum laude graduate from North Carolina State University with a Bachelor's in Biological Science and a minor in Africana Studies. This journey led her to earn her Doctorate of Medicine at Wright State University, complete a General Surgery intern year at Morehouse School of Medicine, and finish her internship and residency in Internal Medicine at The University of South Alabama. During her residency, her focus on health education, improving health literacy, and reducing health disparities deepened. 

🚀 **Entrepeneurship**

As the founder and CEO of Renee Health, she offers health coaching, health education, and captivating speaking services. Driven by the desire to empower individuals to take an active role in their health and wellness, she's committed to enhancing health literacy and guiding people to advocate for themselves.

💼 **Mentorship**

With 20 years of experience mentoring youth and undergraduate/professional level students, Dr. Ruffin co-founded Young Debs Inc., a non-profit mentoring program in Baltimore. She is passionate about guiding future physicians and healthcare professionals and helps individuals and organizations build and implement effective mentorship programs.

🌐 **Join the Conversation:**

Discover Dr. Ruffin's insights on the importance of mentorship and how to be an effective mentor, shaping the trajectory of individuals from grade school and beyond. 🌟💬🌐

Contact Dr. Ruffin

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/aprilreneeMD

Facebook: April Renee

IG: mahoganycovergirlMD

Dr. Sheneka Horne, a first-generation Caribbean-American, physician coach, and global health pediatrician, joins us for an empowering conversation. As the creator of The Blk Doctor, she's dedicated to supporting early career Black doctors in finding fulfillment and sustainability in their practice.

🌍 **About Dr. Sheneka Horne:**

Originally from Brooklyn, NY, Dr. Horne holds a B.S. in Exercise Science and an M.P.H from The George Washington University. Her journey took her to St. George’s University, and she completed pediatric residency at St Joseph’s Medical Center in Paterson, NJ. A Global Health fellowship with the University of California, San Francisco/HEAL program enriched her experience in Navajo Nation and Liberia.

🚀 **Her Story:**

After encountering moral injury early in her career, Dr. Horne took a break post-fellowship to reassess her path and work on creating sustainability in her profession. This journey led to the inception of The Blk Doctor—a coaching program tailored for early career Black doctors, helping them navigate challenges and articulate their needs for a thriving and fulfilling career.

💼 **The Blk Doctor Approach:**

Dr. Horne's coaching program specifically addresses the unique pressures faced by Black doctors in their early career, especially within the first 5 years. The Blk Doctor empowers them to ask for better working conditions and provides the tools to make any career path sustainable.

🌐 **Join the Conversation:**

Discover Dr. Horne's insights on overcoming burnout and stress, practicing self-care, and living in your purpose. 💼 🌐🗣️

Contact Dr. Horne

Instagram @theblkdoctor

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheneka-horne

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sheneka.horne

Youtube: @theblkdoctor

🎙️ Guest Spotlight: Dr. Sanjana Karim

Dr. Sanjana Karim is the founder and director of Peace Tree Mental Health in the San Francisco Bay Area. In her psychotherapy & psychiatry practice, she helps women facing cancer & difficult life transitions find hope, strength and clarity. Dr. Karim is dual board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and the American Board of Preventive Medicine and has over 15 years of experience in her field. She is also a writer and public speaker on integrative psychological wellness and an expert in psycho-oncology.

🎓 Dr. Karim’s Training:

Dr. Karim received her undergraduate degree in liberal arts at Davidson College, studying biology and Africana Studies. She earned her medical degree from the Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed a residency in Psychiatry and a resident fellowship in public policy at George Washington University. She has received specialty training in psychodynamic therapy, CBT, EMDR, trauma, and addiction-informed therapy, alongside traditionally Islamically integrated psychotherapy.

📍 Contact Dr. Karim:

https://www.facebook.com/drsanjanakarim/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanjana-karim-md-2a7635183

https://www.instagram.com/drsanjanakarim/

#burnout #stress #selfcare #wellness #livestream

It's not all in your mind. 

Dr. Gibbs and I will discuss how elevated stress levels make a mess out of your hormones and contribute to symptoms of burnout.

🎙️ Guest Spotlight: Dr. Dana Gibbs

Dr. Dana Gibbs is a speaker, educator, Hormone expert, board-certified ENT, and allergist. Dr. Gibbs attended medical school in San Antonio, Texas, and trained in Otolaryngology at the University of Kansas. She practiced otolaryngology in Arlington TX for 23 years.

Dr.Gibbs speaks online, presenting workshops introducing physicians and patients to integrative Hormone practice.

She recently retired from her ENT practice and opened Consultants in Metabolism, a direct care practice for thyroid, metabolic, and hormone management for Women and Men. The practice is located in North Texas and offers live and virtual visits.

Please tune in to this fantastic episode as we decode the profound connection between burnout and hormones. 

Connect with Dr. Gibbs

www.danagibbsmd.com

https://linktr.ee/danagibbsmd

You're not alone! Dental phobia is real. 

So, join me for a critical conversation with Dr. Mukanga about the importance of dentistry.

🎙️ Guest Spotlight: Dr. Valerie Mukanga

I'm thrilled to have a candid conversation with Dr. Mukanga, a distinguished dentist, about the importance of dentists in our lives. A proud graduate of Tulane University and the University of Tennessee Health and Science Center, Dr. Mukanga brings a wealth of expertise.

Following graduation, she completed a General Practice Residency program at Bronx-Lebanon Hospital before moving to Texas, where she has been practicing dentistry.

🏆 About Dr. Mukanga:

Founder and CEO of Healing Wings Dental in Arlington, Texas, Dr. Mukanga is on a mission to help patients achieve and maintain optimal dental health and radiant smiles. Her dedication to rebuilding confidence through dentistry sets her apart as a true advocate for oral well-being.

🌐 Accolades and Recognitions:

Recognized as one of the TOP Doctors by Marquis Who’s Who and a Top General Dentist by Find a Top Doc. She has also been named a Top Professional by Continental Who’s Who. Further, she is a member of the Nationwide Registries Woman of Distinction Honors Edition.

Contact Dr. Mukanga

https://www.facebook.com/healingwingsdental/

https://instagram.com/healingwingsdental

https://www.youtube.com/@healingwingsdental/featured

https://www.linkedin.com/company/healing-wings-dental/

She not only transitioned from being a full-time emergency medicine to building a thriving practice from 0 to 20 offices.

She also talks about her journey into farming and earning passive income.

🌾 Episode Highlights:

🚀 The Evolution: Dr. Mattingly's incredible journey from the medical field to the thriving world of farming.

🏥 Medical Expertise: Insights into her background as a seasoned Emergency Medicine physician trained at the prestigious University of Chicago Medical Center.

🌟 Certified Trailblazer: Discover how Dr. Mattingly earned certifications from the American Board of Emergency Medicine and the American Board of Obesity Medicine.

🌿 Farming Ventures: Uncover the challenges and triumphs as she ventured into agriculture.

💼 Chief Medical Officer: Learn about her bold leap to become the Chief Medical Officer at Options Medical Weight Loss.

🌐 Connect with Dr. Mattingly:

🔗 LinkedIn: Options Medical Weight Loss

🔗 Facebook: @optionsmedicalweightloss

🔗 Instagram: @optionsweightloss

🔗 Twitter: @Options4weight

🔗 TikTok: @optionsmedicalweightlossOptions

🔗 Youtube: @optionsweightloss

🎧 Tune In and Subscribe:

Don't miss this captivating episode that explores the intersection of medicine, agriculture, and leadership.

Subscribe now for inspiration and invaluable insights from Dr. Mattingly's extraordinary journey!

If you like this episode, LEAVE a review and share it with a friend.

#PhysicianToFarmersPodcast #DrMattingly #OptionsMedicalWeightLoss #HealthAndFarming #PodcastJourney #SubscribeNow

**About the Episode:**

Discover the power of "non-negotiables" in self-care as we delve into Dr. Bove's 4 Pillars: Good Sleep, Nutrition, Regular Exercise, and Spirituality/Relationships.

**Meet Dr. Erica Bove:**

Dr. Erica Bove is a double board-certified OB-GYN and Reproductive Endocrinologist (REI) physician and a certified life coach. Dr. Bove graduated from the University of Notre Dame with an undergraduate degree in the Program of Liberal Studies (Great Books).

She received her medical degree from the University of Vermont, where she was inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society, the Gold Humanism Honor Society, and the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society.

Dr. Bove subsequently completed training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at New York Presbyterian Hospital-Columbia in New York City. She then completed her subspecialty training in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the University of Michigan.

She currently serves as clinical faculty at the University of Vermont, as the head coach at Heal Your Relationships, and she is recently the CEO of Love and Science: Thriving Through Infertility.

**What to Expect:**

Gain insights into holistic well-being.

Explore the power of "non-negotiables" with Dr. Erica Bove's 4 Pillars.

Learn practical strategies for balancing professional and personal life.

Contact Dr. Erica

Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/erica-bove-0701a0173

FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553692167183IG:

https://www.instagram.com/loveandsciencefertility/?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Join Dr. Beckford and the incredible Dr. Lwanga in an interview packed with tips, tricks, and secrets on squeezing in exercise when life gets crazy! 🚀✨

Meet Dr. Anita👩🏿‍⚕️:

Dr. Anita Lwanga is an Exercise Physiologist, General Internist, and Geriatrician at the Saskatchewan Health Region.

She attended St.Matthews University School of Medicine, an Internal Medicine Residency at Mount Sinai in Chicago, and a Geriatrics Fellowship at the University of Illinois in Chicago.

Dr. Lwanga’s mission is to provide compassionate and holistic care. She helps her patients optimize their diet, exercise, sleep, and medications to stay healthy, active, and out of the hospital.

🎁 What to Expect:

Maintaining balance without sacrificing holiday fun.

Sneaky time management hacks for your busiest days.

Get ready to conquer those fitness goals and savor Thanksgiving guilt-free! 🎉

Tap into the conversation, drop your burning questions, and make this holiday season your healthiest! 🔥

Connect with Dr. Anita

LinkedIn - Anita Lwanga, Instagram - @lwangamd, Twitter - @LwangaMD, TikTok - @drlwanga, and YouTube - Dr. LwangaYouTube as Dr. Lwanga.

We’ll be talking about physician entrepreneurship, creating a practice that reflects your authenticity, and moving forward with grace from burnout and abuse.

Dr. Brittany Busse is the co-founder, president, and Chief Medical Officer of ViTelHealth. She has over six years of experience in Executive Physician Leadership and developing processes and technology-specific for Telemedicine. 

Dr. Busse graduated with her MD from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health and her post-graduate training was in General Surgery.

Contact Dr. Brittany

https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittany-busse-md-6067a8132/

Dr. Kellie Stecher is an accomplished OB/GYN; she is also a published writer, public speaker, and the co-founder of Patient Care Heroes. She fiercely advocates for reproductive rights, healthcare access, mental healthcare access, and gender and racial equity.

Dr. Kellie fights tirelessly for what’s right and for people who don’t have a voice. She’s made her OBGYN practice a supportive and non-judgmental environment. 

She completed her Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Grand Rapids Medical Education and Partners in Grand Rapids, MI, and earned her Medical Degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee, WI.

Her foundation was laid at St. Mary's University in Winona, MN, where she completed her undergraduate studies.

Recent years have seen Dr. Stecher's impact on healthcare recognized and celebrated. In 2022, she was named one of Medika Life's Top 50 most influential voices in healthcare and received the Silver Medal for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Product Leader of the Year at the 2022 Anthem Awards.

Her dedication was further acknowledged at the 2021 Ending Physician Burnout Global Summit, where she was honored as a Top Speaker, and in 2021, she was a runner-up for Physician Leader of the Year at the Sharp Awards, The Sharp Index.

The Minneapolis/St. Paul Magazine recognized her as a Top Doctors Rising Star in both 2019 and 2020, and 2020, she was celebrated as a Women in Medicine Top Obstetrician-Gynecologist.

Dr. Malathi Acharya is a trailblazing integrative medicine expert and founder of Ayur Integrative Medicine!  Dr. Malathi was born in Chennai, India, and graduated from Madras Medical College.

She completed her residency in internal medicine at San Joaquin General Hospital in Stockton, California. She then completed a fellowship in integrative medicine at the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona. 

Learn how self-care and purposeful living can transform your well-being.

Dr. Malathi, a certified clinical hypnosis, and HeartMath biofeedback practitioner, believes in empowering individuals to take control of their health through small, positive choices every day. 

Tune in for a fantastic discussion.

Website: www.ayur.today

https://www.facebook.com/malathi.acharya.7

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-malathi/

https://www.instagram.com/dr.malathi2023/

If you work in academia, you don't want to miss this episode. 

Tonya L Caylor, MD, FAAFP is a family physician and an academic physician coach in Anchorage, Alaska with 23 years of clinical and academic practice. She is a certified coach who has earned her ICF ACC credential with additional training in Trauma Mitigation Coaching.

She owns and runs Joy in Family Medicine Coaching Services, ® which partners with family medicine residency programs to help residents and faculty to enjoy all of life and thrive in their chosen careers.

Connect with Dr. Caylor.

www.joyinfamilymedicine.com

www.joyinfamilymedicine.com/blog

https://www.facebook.com/joyfmcoaching/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonya-caylor-md-faafp-b74a04158/

Join me for this fantastic conversation with Dr. Gray as she shares how she has created her dream life while practicing medicine.

Meet Dr. Weili Gray, a dreamer and physician who experienced burnout and now happily practices sleep medicine in Vermont's beautiful countryside. Dr. Weili Gray attended the University of Connecticut School of Medicine, followed by an Anesthesiology Residency and Sleep Medicine Fellowship at the University of Vermont Medical Center. With her husband and three kids, she crafts a dream life brimming with family adventures and extraordinary experiences.

Beyond practicing medicine at a rural critical access hospital, Dr. Gray founded Dare to Dream Physician, a community to empower fellow doctors to dream big and embrace life through travel. She's all about boosting physician wellness and speaks on multiple platforms, including her inspirational weekly podcast, "Dare to Dream Physician Travel."

Join Dr. Gray's mission to reclaim life for physicians, urging them to dream boldly, explore the world, and live life to the fullest. Hop aboard on this adventure of imagination and exploration!

Connect with Dr. Gray

DreamPhysician on Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/dreamphysician/

Weili Gray MD on: LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/weili-gray-md/

Tune in to this conversation for expert guidance and practical solutions to tackle heavy periods head-on with Dr. Wing.

Dr. Edward Wing is the founder and principal physician at Lifetime Women’s Health and Wellness Centers in Suffolk, Virginia. 

Dr. Wing provides general OB/GYN care and specializes in treating heavy menstrual bleeding.  Dr. Wing is from New York City. He went to school at SUNY Brooklyn. He completed his residency at Columbia University/Harlem Hospital Center.

Contact Dr. Wing

FB: @EdwardWing

IG@LWHHeavyBleedingClinic

I am excited to chat with Dr.Heeramun.

Dr. Vineka Heeramun is a dual board-certified Psychiatrist and internist who practices as an inpatient and outpatient in Utah.

She attended Medical school at Semmelweis University and completed a residency at SIU-Southern Illinois University.

She is also the founder and CEO of Joyful Horizon Psychiatry, where she specializes in cutting-edge treatments like Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) for treatment-resistant depression, OCD, and anxiety and spravato (intranasal ketamine) for refractory depression and acute suicidality.

Her goal is to help patients feel joy and regain their lives by mastering their mental health.

IG/TikTok:joyfulhorizonjoyfulhorizon

I'm excited to chat with Dr. Purpura about his journey.

Joseph Purpura, MD, is an obstetrician-gynecologist, patient safety expert, and award-winning faculty member at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine.

Dr. Purpura earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh. He is board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

He received a master’s in Patient Safety and Healthcare Quality from Northwestern University’s Institute for Healthcare Studies.

He lives in Santa Barbara, CA.

Contact Dr. Purpura

https://twitter.com/Joseph_Purpura

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-purpura-md-ms-92755914/

https://codecrisisbook.com/

Dr. Leah Houston graduated from Albany Medical College for Medical School and chose to stay at Albany to complete her training in Emergency Medicine.

She is the Founder of HPEC, an organization dedicated to empowering physicians through decentralized identity. Her primary focus is automating credentialing, enabling physicians to work and move freely.

In a rapidly growing healthcare sector with over 20 million employees in the US, Dr. Houston recognizes the increasing turnover faced by healthcare systems due to dissatisfaction.

With HPEC, physicians have control over their digitized and automatically verified credentials, allowing them to onboard, open, and build their private practices without the friction of currently available legacy-driven credentialing systems.

As a product founder, she is a nationally requested speaker and author on self-sovereign identity in healthcare. She also recently completed training in Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare through MIT, concluding in July 2023.

Connect with Dr. Houston

Website: https://www.hpec.io/

Website: https://www.evercred.com/

Linkedin

Personal https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahhoustonmd/

Radu: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radu-popovici-2ab47615/

Seth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-back-74566518/

HPEC https://www.linkedin.com/company/hpecid/

Evercred: https://www.linkedin.com/company/myevercred

Twitter

Personal https://twitter.com/LeahHoustonMD

HPEC https://twitter.com/HPECid

evercred https://twitter.com/evercred

Facebook

Personal https://www.facebook.com/LeahHoustonMD/

HPEC https://www.facebook.com/HPECid/

HPEC Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2059985940890704/

Evercred: https://www.facebook.com/myevercred

Instagram

Personal https://www.instagram.com/leahhoustonmd/

HPEC https://www.instagram.com/hpecid/

Evecred: https://www.instagram.com/myevercred/

TikTok

Leah Houston, MD → https://www.tiktok.com/@leahhoustonmd

Angel List

HPEC: https://angel.co/company/hpec

Evercred: https://angel.co/company/evercred-1

Crunchbase

HPEC: https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/hpec-a109

Evercred: https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/evercred

Techmap

Personal: : https://www.thetechmap.com/Profile/82909

GitHub

Personal: https://github.com/DrHouston

Company: https://github.com/HPECid

YouTube Chanel:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYPzarR2xdCsE4ncqybvcA

Toyosi Onwuemene, M.D. M.S. is an Associate Professor of Medicine-Hematology at Duke University School of Medicine. Dr. Onwuemene obtained her MD from Duke University and a master’s in clinical investigation from Northwestern University.

She completed her Internal Medicine residency at Duke University Medical Center and Hematology/Oncology Fellowship training at the McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University. Dr. Onwuemene is a hematologist and clinician researcher who helps academic clinicians build research programs whether or not they have a research mentor.

Connect with Dr. Toyosi

Linked in - Toyosi Onwuemene

Facebook - Toyosi Onwuemene

Instagram- @ CoagCoach

YouTube - @ CoagCoach

Dr. María founded saludRevisited, an Integrative and Lifestyle Medicine practice in Texas. She is the author of Healing the Wounds of Medicine: Stories and Journaling for Physicians.

After seeking healing for complex developmental trauma, she realized many issues in medical training and career foster an environment that can naturally lead physicians to live in sympathetic response. She wrote this book with the hopes of helping physicians heal and discover tools to regain their passion for patient care. In her healing adventure, she has chosen to practice more holistically.

She is a certified yoga instructor focused on trauma, resiliency, somatic, and embodiment and a HeartMath provider. She believes every physician deserves to discover their journey in medicine and live free and healed.

Connect with Dr. Maria

FB & IG: @saludrevisited

YouTube: @saludrevisited

www.saludRevisited.com

Data suggests that one out of five people experience fertility challenges.

This is one reason I am so excited to chat with Dr. Famuyiwa.

Dr. Oluyemisi Famuyiwa is a double board-certified fertility specialist, the founder of Montgomery Fertility Center, and an Associate Clinical Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at George Washington University School of Medicine.

She loves the basic science behind (egg formation) oogenesis. She loves to share that knowledge in easy-to-understand terms, believing that empowering women helps them make the right choices for themselves.

Dr. Famuyiwa launched the most diverse Egg Bank in the Northeast, helping patients from all backgrounds complete their families and putting donor safety first. 

It is well known that individuals wishing to find donated embryos from minority backgrounds had to wait up to 3 years.

She understands the dire need for embryo donations from diverse backgrounds. 

Contact Dr. Famuyiwa

https://www.linkedin.com/in/yemi-famuyiwa/

https://youtube.com/@montgomeryfertilitycenter8207TikTok

https://www.tiktok.com/@mfcenterhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/montgomery-fertility-center/mycompany/?viewAsMember=truehttps://www.facebook.com/MontgomeryFertilityCenter/https://www.facebook.com/montgomery.fertility/https://twitter.com/MontgomeryF_Chttps://www.instagram.com/montgomeryfertility/

Dr. Pichardo-Johansson joins us to share how we can all live with purpose.

Dr. Pichardo-Johansson is a retired Hematologist-Oncologist, a Life Coach, and Amazon Bestselling author. She obtained her Medical Degree at Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra Dominican Republic.

She completed an Internal Medicine residency at Wayne State University in Detroit and a Hematology-Oncology fellowship and master's in clinical investigation at Northwestern University/Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago.

After fifteen years of practicing oncology and becoming a cancer survivor, she decided she no longer wanted to make a living fighting death but celebrating life. Now a full-time life coach for three years, she specializes in helping high-achieving professional women, especially physicians, reinvent their careers and love lives.

Dr. Pichardo-Johansson received her Life Coach Certification from the Robbins-Madanes/Strategic Intervention Center and has completed additional training by Positive Intelligence and countless courses on personal development and business/entrepreneurship.

Connect with Dr. Pichardo-Johansson

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/diely.pichardoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.diely.lifecoach/Linked-in: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diely-pichardo-johansson-238950215/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1i5wUorgTrvRV8OwLbjZEA

Dr. Luyindula earned her Bachelor’s in Biology Pre Med with minors in Chemistry and French from Xavier University of Louisiana. She then attended Ross University School of Medicine and completed her family residency at Greenville Health System, where she received the Greenville Health System Gold Award.

Dr. Luyindula is double board-certified, in Family Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine. She enjoys providing primary care for patients of all ages and making house calls for her patients. She has a special interest in women’s health and lifestyle medicine. 

Dr. Luyindula speaks 4 different languages fluently (English, French, Lingala, and Tetela). She also has been exposed to and can communicate in Spanish, Creole, and Swahili. She has ventured into Luba, Kongo, Twi, Igbo, and Yoruba.

Website: Thewell-md.com

FB: sandra El and The Well-MD

IG: @thewell.md

LinkedIn: Sandra E. Luyindula, MD DipABLM

Dr. Kristine Goins is a board-certified integrative adult & pediatric psychiatrist, physician coach, and world traveler.  

Prior to pursuing a lifestyle of freedom and adventure by becoming a digital nomad, Dr. Goins graduated from Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, and completed her adult psychiatry residency at Emory University and her child & adolescent psychiatry fellowship at Yale Child Study Center. 

Passionate about approaches to healing outside of conventional practice, she also completed an integrative medicine fellowship at The Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine. 

Having served in several healthcare settings and various leadership positions within academic centers, Dr. Goins has witnessed firsthand the impact that burnout, stress, and work-life imbalance can have on physicians’ lives. 

Motivated by a desire to make a difference, Dr. Goins founded Nomad MD, where she empowers doctors to break the chains of traditional medicine to achieve location freedom & create their ideal nomadic lifestyle.

Contact Dr. Goins FB @thenomadmd

IG:@thenomadmds

Website: thenomadmd.com

As a Board Certified Internal Medicine physician with over 20 years of experience, Dr. Yel'Ora sheds light on night workers' potential health challenges.

From her unique perspective as an Academic Hospitalist/Nocturnist at Stamford Hospital, Connecticut, and an Adjunct Professor at Quinnipiac University, Dr. Yel'Ora shares invaluable insights on how night shift work can affect employees.

She recently embarked on a total lifestyle makeover and now leads the Dr. Yel'Ora, Lifestyle & Obesity Coaching Program for Night Workers.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn about the health and wellness challenges associated with night shift work and how you or someone you know can thrive in this demanding lifestyle.

Tune in now for practical tips and expert guidance from Dr. Yel'Ora herself, the best-selling co-author of "The Warrior Women Project" and "Thriving After Burnout."

Website: www.dryelora.comIG: dusktodawnmdFB: Dr. Yel'Ora

Amy Vertrees, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon, Army veteran, certified coach, author, and founder of the BOSS Business of Surgery Series. 

She served 17 years in the Army, reaching the rank of lieutenant colonel and deploying three times to Afghanistan and Iraq as a general surgeon. 

After leaving the military, she was an employed surgeon and created Columbia Surgical Partners, a private practice general surgery group. 

She discovered there were lessons she was never taught in residency necessary for a successful surgical career. 

She created the BOSS Business of Surgery Series to fill that gap and has used everything she learned to become a successful private practice general surgeon. 

The BOSS series includes a highly-rated podcast, group coaching, 1:1 coaching, and the book “Become the BOSS MD: Success Beyond Residency.”

Contact Dr. Amy

BOSSsurgery.com

https://www.instagram.com/become_the_bossmd/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/249619353796932

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-vertrees-md-20192a8b/

LouAnne Giangreco, M.D. is a consultant and executive coach through her company, June Rose Consulting. Dr. Giangreco has practiced emergency medicine, urgent care medicine, and occupational medicine throughout Upstate New York. In addition, she served in leadership roles within a number of settings in the provider, payer, and start-up spaces. 

She served as Chief Medical Officer for Five Star Urgent Care, VP and Chief Medical Officer of Health Care Improvement for Excellus BlueCross Blue Shield, and System Chief Medical Officer of Cayuga Health System in Upstate New York. Most recently, she served as a Senior Medical Director of Medical Affairs at BlueCross BlueShield of Rhode Island.

She is board certified in Emergency Medicine and a fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians. Dr. Giangreco completed a residency program in Emergency Medicine at Upstate Medical University. She earned her medical degree from Albany Medical College.

Contact Dr. LouAnne

www.linkedin.com/in/louanne-giangreco-md-facep

Instagram-@louannemd

If you’ve ever had that question, tune in to this conversation with Dr. Singla.

Dr. Saimun Singla is a triple board-certified physician specializing in pediatric rheumatology and integrative medicine. Her story is unique because she was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis AFTER becoming an attending rheumatologist, causing a few career pivots.

Dr. Singla attended medical school at the University of North Texas in Ft. Worth, TX. She completed her general pediatrics residency at the University of Chicago, and pediatric rheumatology fellowship at Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston, TX. She’s also board certified in Integrative Medicine through the University of Arizona Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine.

Her pain points as both a patient and doctor led her to found Rheum to Grow, a private medical practice where she helps children and adolescents with autoimmune conditions achieve faster disease control, less disease flares, less reliance on pharmaceuticals, and realistic coping strategies to build resilience in the face of life-long illnesses.

Connect with Dr. Singla IG: @rheum.to.grow.tx

FB: Rheum to Grow TX

I am thrilled to chat with Dr. Turgeon about how inauthenticity can lead to burnout and strategies to align your career with your values so you can reclaim your energy.

Dr. Chelsea Turgeon graduated from the University of Alabama Medical School and dropped out of her OBGYN residency to follow her intuition. 

She now travels the world as a digital nomad while running her six-figure coaching business, helping burnt-out healthcare professionals create a career and lives they enjoy

Connect with Dr. Turgeon

@coachchelsmd

https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachchelsmd/

Join me for an exciting conversation with Dr. Adam Brown, who will share his leadership journey and talk about the role of business medicine.

Dr. Adam's career started as an emergency physician, advancing to various clinical and administrative roles in the mid-Atlantic and Midwest, eventually becoming the president of Envision Healthcare's Emergency Medicine practice.

Featured on CBS News, CNN, BBC, BNC News, and Yahoo Finance, he left Envision in 2022 to establish ABIG Health, a strategic healthcare advisory firm. Adam is a LinkedIn Top Voice in Healthcare and serves as a Professor of Practice at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill's business school. 

He attended medical school at ECU in North Carolina and a residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia.

Connect with Dr. Brown.

@adambrownmd (IG)

@ERDocBrown (Twitter)

https://www.linkedin.com/in/adambrownmdmba/

Dr. Matthews is a highly accomplished first-generation Caribbean woman. She embarked on a transformative journey to Rhode Island, where she enrolled in Brown University's prestigious 8-year medical continuum program. This comprehensive program encompassed four years of undergraduate studies and four years of medical school.

Driven by a profound sense of responsibility, Dr. Matthews made a pivotal decision when her mother was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. She recognized the importance of being close to her family during this challenging time, so she returned to New York. In New York, she seized the opportunity to join The Brooklyn Hospital's Pediatric Residency program.

Connect with Dr. Matthews:

http://linkedin.com/in/kimberly-j-matthews-mckenzie-49140271

FB https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100079564943812

IG: @nxtlevelcareerconsulting

Dr. Mitchell is board-certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) with expertise in interventional spine and pain management. She also completed a rigorous fellowship in Alabama Ortho Sports and Spine. She completed her residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Dr. Mitchell is a physician, creator, and photographer who has turned her love for photography and the human spine into a collection of digital abstract artwork. Her innovative designs can be seen in hospitals and physician offices throughout the North and Southeastern Coast. Her artwork is now available for you to enjoy.

www.phoenixnoirdesigns.com

www.Instagram.com/phoenixnoirdesigns

https://www.facebook.com/PhoenixNoirDesigns

https://www.youtube.com/@ScrubsAndArts

Dr. Tanyaporn (Tanya) Wansom is an infectious diseases physician/researcher who works as an independent global health consultant in Bangkok, Thailand. She received her MD from the University of Michigan, completed her internal medicine residency at Johns Hopkins Bayview, and infectious diseases fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital. The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health awarded her a Ph.D. in clinical investigation. Her portfolio spans clinical research, implementation science, community organizing, and advocacy. She also is a career and life coach and hosts the Youtube Channel Catalyzing Clarity, where she shares stories and coaching tips to apply to everyday life.

Youtube: @catalyzingclarity

IG: catalyzingclarity

If so, you’re in for a treat because Dr. Harvey Castro will discuss artificial intelligence. Dr. Castro is a serial entrepreneur who attended medical school at the University of Texas Medical Branch in  Galveston, Texas. He did a Family Medicine transition year at Baylor and completed an  Emergency Medicine residency at St Luke's Bethlehem, Pa.

After graduating from medical school at the University of Virginia, she completed an internship at the University of Pennsylvania and a dermatology residency at Stanford, where she was also a chief resident. As impressive as all these sounds, for most of her life, including throughout medical training, Dr. Hughes hid a secret: she was married to a man with an antisocial personality disorder. This relationship nearly drove her to suicide.

Rather than feeling victimized, Dr. Hughes now views this relationship — and, more importantly, leaving the relationship — as the most formative experience in her life. By fully moving past that chapter of her life, she reclaimed energy and creativity, which she thought was lost. She embarked on an entrepreneurial path: founding a skincare company, joining a dermatology start-up, and authoring widely read KevinMD articles.

Connect with Dr. Elizabeth

Facebook

-- Coaching: https://www.facebook.com/elizabethhughesmd

-- Skincare products: https://www.facebook.com/BeyondDermatologics/

-- Formulation consulting: https://www.facebook.com/dermform/

YouTube: https://bit.ly/3fEfVzF

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethhughesmd/

Register for the Unbreakable Women’s Mastermind Retreat 

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-unbreakable-womans-mastermind-retreat-registration-633503916267

Dr. Rubin is a pediatrician and breastfeeding medicine specialist practicing in the Western Suburbs of Chicago. She did her undergrad at Stanford University, medical school at Georgetown, and pediatrics residency at the University of Chicago. She worked as an outpatient general pediatrician at Loyola University Medical Center for 13 years before opening her new practice, In Touch Pediatrics and Lactation. 

In Touch is a Direct Pediatric Care practice offering general pediatrics services and breastfeeding medicine consults. Dr. Rubin is thrilled to be able to provide these services in patients’ homes when and where they need them most! She continues to teach medical students as the adviser for her Breastfeeding and Lactation 4th Year Elective. She serves as the Co-Chair for the Committee on Breastfeeding for the Illinois chapter of the AAP and is a board member of the North American Board of Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine.

Contact Dr. Rubin.

https://www.facebook.com/InTouchPeds

https://www.instagram.com/intouchpeds/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/@intouchpeds

www.linkedin.com/in/cindyrubinmd

https://twitter.com/drcindyrubin

Born and raised in Philly, Dr. Arnold attended Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston. She then pursued her pediatric residency in Oakland at Children's Hospital Oakland. Finally, she completed her pediatric emergency medicine fellowship at Texas Children's Hospital in Houston, the country's largest free-standing children's hospital. 

She is a huge advocate for kids' health. She is leveraging tech to allow clinicians to deliver better pediatric care, even when a pediatric specialist is not on site, which occurs in most community ERs and urgent cares. Her work is critical to help care for the nearly 30 million children that pass through our ER systems each year.

Connect with Dr. Arnold: 

www.linktr.ee/premierpediatricsolutions

Dr. Sonam Chouksey is an Internal Medicine physician and Medical Director at CVS Health. She completed her medical education in India, followed by an Internal Medicine residency and Chief Medical Residency at Cook County Hospital in Chicago. Dr. Chouksey later obtained an Executive MBA from Kellogg Business School in the same city.

She founded "PrevLyfe Health," a healthcare startup that leads and shapes initiatives for new moms. Dr. Chouksey is a three-time Humanitarian Award winner in Chicago. She aims to empower new moms without sacrificing their passions, careers, or health, inspiring them to be confident, trailblazing superwomen who change lives with beauty and excellence.

Connect with Dr. Sonam

http://linkedin.com/in/sonamchouksey-md-mba

https://www.facebook.com/PrevLyfe?mibextid=LQQJ4d

www.instagram.com/dr.sonamchouksey/

https://www.youtube.com/@prevlyfe9244

Carolynn Francavilla, MD, is Board Certified in Family Medicine and a Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine.  She owns and operates Green Mountain Partners for Health and Colorado Weight Care in Denver, Colorado.  Dr. Francavilla is a nationally recognized obesity expert, lecturing to clinicians on the topic of obesity as well as teaching through her own platform HelpYourPatientsLoseWeight.com. She also hosts The Doctor Francavilla Show, a podcast about weight and health.  She serves on the Obesity Medicine Association Board of Trustees and was awarded the Dr. Vernon B. Astler Award for dedicated service and support of OMA in 2017. 

Connect with Dr.Francavilla.

https://linktr.ee/doctorfrancavilla

Dr. Lee is a board-certified dermatologist who graduated from Korea University Medical School in South Korea in 2002. She completed her dermatology residency at the National Medical Center of South Korea and worked as a dermatologist in South Korea for several years. After coming to the United States in 2011, she completed her second residency in Internal Medicine at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia. She was accepted into UCLA Rheumatology Fellowship and completed her fellowship in 2016. Dr. Lee also studied lifestyle medicine and obtained board certification in that field. She currently works at her own clinic, Lotus Rheumatology, and Wellness Clinic, where she approaches her patients' health as a whole, utilizing her expertise in four different specialties to discover the root cause of their medical problems and provide solutions to those underlying causes rather than just treating individual symptoms.

Contact Dr. Lee

https://www.facebook.com/LotusRheumatology

https://www.youtube.com/@lotusrheumatology6705

PrTMS—is only available in a few locations in the country and is said to be effective. Dr. Anderson is an outpatient psychiatrist specializing in state-of-the-art therapies for individuals with treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, and PTSD. She received her medical education from the University of KY and completed their residency, serving as the chief resident at The University Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Connect with Dr. Anderson

The Anderson Clinic on Facebook

TheAndersonClinicCincy on TikTok

https://www.theandersonclinic.net

Dr. Tolulope Alugo is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist with over 16 years of experience in the field of Psychiatry and subspecialty certification in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. She graduated from the College of Medicine, University of Ibadan and completed her psychiatry residency from the Royal College of Psychiatrists, United Kingdom and the College of Psychiatry, Ireland. Dr. Alugo is a member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, United Kingdom, and a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons in Canada. Additionally, she is an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, founder of Saintjohncapp and the Emotions Ambassador program, and host of the "Walking on Eggshells with Dr. Tolu" podcast.

Connect with Dr. Alugo

http://linkedin.com/in/adedayo-tolulope-alugo-3670a89b

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUMR_C0JJUozbLGTfgUBo2g

https://www.instagram.com/saintjohncapp/

#livestream #wellness #selfcare #mentalhealth

Dr. Labuda earned her medical degree from Texas A&M University and completed a pediatric residency at Arkansas Children's Hospital in Little Rock, AR. She also earned a Master of Public Health from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. She completed a pediatric Infectious Diseases fellowship at the joint Tulane/LSU/Ochsner program in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Labuda brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table.

During this episode, you'll gain a deeper understanding of what it takes to build a successful career in global health, from the education and training required to the key skills and experiences you'll need to develop along the way. Whether you're a seasoned professional or starting out, Dr. Labuda's insights will inspire and inform. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the brightest minds in global health!

Connect Dr. Labuda

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/global-health-md-llc/

Instagram: @Global_Health_MD

Twitter: @Globalhealth_md

Dr. Akinronbi is a physician trained in the comprehensive treatment of mind-brain disorders ie, a psychiatrist. She is the C.M.O and founder at BrightMindsMD - a psychiatry practice in NJ where together with her team, she offers a unique and whole-person approach to treatment.

She received her undergraduate and graduate medical education at Rutgers, the state university of New Jersey. She completed postgraduate residency training in Psychiatry at the Northwell Health- Zucker Hillside Hospital in Queens, New York, before returning home to practice in New Jersey.

She enjoys life with her spouse and 2 children, exploring places and cultures via travel, dancing, writing her ideas, and Yoruba language/culture film productions.

Web: Brightmindsmd.com

Insta: @brightmindsmd @dr_bolanle

Facebook: @brightmindsmdlive

During the show, Dr. Toombs-Withers shares her knowledge on preventing chronic diseases using food as medicine. She discusses how her lifestyle choices have informed her approach to patient care and her favorite quotes, "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" and "let food be thy medicine."

If you're curious about improving your health and preventing chronic diseases through nutrition, don't miss this episode! 

Connect with Dr. Toombs-Withers and learn more about her work at https://linktr.ee/eohteatimepodcast.

Thriving After Burnout: https://amzn.to/3XAhfd3

You can find Dr. Mclaughlin’s planners here

https://amzn.to/3MnMhPK

Her website

https://sharonmackconsuting,.com

For women physicians

https://fpestrong.com

Social Media

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/sharonmclaughlinmd/

Tik Tok

https://www.tiktok.com/@smclaughlinmd

Linkedin

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonmclaughlinmd/

Facebook

Female Physician Entrepreneurs Group

https://www.facebook.com/groups/FemalePhysicianEntrepreneurs

Dr. Davis earned her medical degree from the USC-Keck School of Medicine and completed her internship in Internal Medicine in Baltimore. She completed her residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at UTSW-Dallas. Dr. Davis served as the Palomar Hospital Acute Rehabilitation Unit's Medical Director and the Associate Medical Director for Encompass Rehabilitation Hospital.

She is also the President-elect for CSPM&R, a professional organization dedicated to advancing physical medicine and rehabilitation. Dr. Davis founded the Dancing Doctoras, an organization that promotes wellness through dance and movement.

Dr. Miriam Zylberglait Lisigurski (Dr. Z) is a triple Board Certified Physician in Internal Medicine, Geriatrics, and Obesity Medicine with extensive clinical and academic experience. Dr. Z is interested in well-being, burnout, mental health, and leadership development.

She completed a fellowship in Leadership Education and Development (AAMC), certification as Mental Health Ally, and training as Physician Wellness Advocate. Dr. Z has been recognized for multiple achievements, including Mentor of the Year (AMWA 2021) and American College of Physicians Young Achiever (2017).

Originally from Peru, Dr. Z has two awesome sons, a caring husband, and a supportive family. Her dream is to help others achieve lives full of joy, meaning, and well-being.

Connect with Dr. Z

www.3gcycle.live

linkedin.com/in/drzmd

Join me as I talk with Dr. Paralitici-Morales about how burnout forced her to leave corporate medicine and how she used self-care to transform her life.

Dr. Mariel Paralitici-Morales, also known as Dr. P, is the CEO and owner of Psychiatry Boutique. She is a highly skilled and compassionate psychiatrist who received her training from Columbia University's Harlem Hospital Center.

Dr. P is passionate about treating patients with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, PTSD, and more. She takes a holistic approach to treatment and considers every aspect of her patient's lives, including work, home, school, family, finances, personal care, and life experiences. In her practice, Dr. P uses a combination of psychotherapy and medication (when necessary) as the central components in treating mental illness. However, she is constantly learning about effective non-pharmacological alternatives and often uses a multidisciplinary approach, collaborating with other providers such as pediatricians, PCP, teachers, therapists, family members, psychologists, and any other important collateral.

IG- dr.p_psychiatryboutique

FB-Dr. P at Psychiatry Boutique

LinkedIn- Mariel Paralitici-Morales MD

Website: .psychiatryboutique.com

There has been a lot of debate about the benefits Direct Primary Care (DPC) so Dr. Shabbaz is here to talk about it. DPC is a model of healthcare delivery that emphasizes a strong patient-doctor relationship and emphasizes preventive care and wellness. Instead of billing insurance companies, DPC practices charge patients a monthly or annual fee for access to comprehensive primary care services.

Dr. Safiyya Shabazz is a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians and owner of Fountain Medical Associates, a hybrid Direct Primary Care practice specializing in the care of the whole person from childhood through adulthood. She holds a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering and a Medical Doctorate from the University of Pennsylvania. She completed an internship at Morehouse Family Medicine in Atlanta before returning to Philadelphia to complete her residency training at Penn Family Medicine. She also served on the clinical faculty.

Dr. Shabazz currently serves as president of the Medical Society of Eastern Pennsylvania, the Greater Philadelphia affiliate of the National Medical Association, the nation’s oldest and largest association of Black physicians. She has been a featured speaker on local and national programs explaining the link between physical, mental, and spiritual health. Her advice for health and long life is based on “eating to live” and establishing lasting habits that reduce the risk of death and disease.

Contact: https://www.fountainmedonline.com/ 

In this exclusive conversation, Dr. Mina will reveal the secrets to skin health and explain why keeping it simple is key. You'll learn about the impact of diet, hydration, and lifestyle on the health of your skin and how to achieve a balanced, glowing complexion without using harmful chemicals or excessive products.

Dr. Mary Alice Mina is a highly respected and accomplished double-board-certified dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon. She attended Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, where she graduated at the top of her class and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) honor society. After completing her internship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Dr. Mina received her dermatology training at Harvard Medical School. She then further honed her skills in dermatologic surgery and Mohs at Emory University. After completing her training, Dr. Mina settled in Atlanta and practices surgical dermatology alongside her business partner at Baucom & Mina Derm Surgery.

Connect with Dr. Mina.

Instagram: @drminaskin

Website: www.theskinreal.com

He completed his undergraduate degree in cellular biology at the University of Georgia and his medical doctorate at the Medical College of Georgia – Georgia Regents University. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency training at Wright State University and his hand and upper extremity fellowship training at Allegheny General Hospital.

Connect with Dr. Gayton

https://www.orthosc.org/doctors/j-christopher-gayton-md 

Social Media:

ChrisGaytonMD

Dr. Amaka Nnamani is a general pediatrician residing in Hershey, PA. She is also a wife and mom of three children  ages 10, 8 and 2. She trained in pediatrics at Albert Einstein Healthcare Network in Philadelphia and had her first two daughters while in training.

Dr. Nnamani is the chapter Breastfeeding Coordinator for the PA American Academy of Pediatrics, two-time grant recipient from the Pennsylvania Department of Health (to improve the breastfeeding rates in moms) and member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI). She has written a children's picture book on breastfeeding. It is written from the point of view of a 6 year old child. In her spare time, she loves to read autobiographies/biographies, travel, dance, watch comedies and shop. The beach and the spa are her happy places.

Contact Dr. Nnamani

Website: Www.DrAmakaNnamani.com.

Instagram: ziorasquest

I am so excited to chat with 9 fantastic physicians who will share their stories.

𝐃𝐫. 𝐓𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐁𝐞𝐜𝐤𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐝 is a speaker, emcee, and CEO of UR Caring Docs, where she helps companies reduce employee burnout through self-care workshops. She is board certified in emergency medicine.

𝐃𝐫. 𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐚 𝐁𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐲𝐲𝐚 is the CEO of WonderKidz Pediatrics in Hollywood, Florida. She is board certified in pediatrics and has been in practice for over a decade.

𝐃𝐫. 𝐍𝐢𝐤𝐢𝐭𝐚 𝐁𝐡𝐚𝐤𝐭𝐚 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐡 is the founder of Weight Sense Lake Nona, an obesity medicine practice in Orlando, Florida. She is board certified in Family Medicine and a diplomat to the American Board of Obesity Medicine.

𝐃𝐫. 𝐍𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐚 𝐁𝐚𝐮𝐞𝐫 is a behavioral pediatrician and the CEO of Let’s Talk Kids Health, LLC. She is on a mission to help kids and parents thrive with ADHD while rediscovering fun. She created TEACH ME ADHD, an online course for families is co-host of the ADHD Real Talk podcast with Lafaya Mitchell and the TEACH to Go podcast podcaster.

𝐃𝐫. 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐤𝐞 𝐀𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐢-𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐧 is a speaker, coach, educator, writer, and the founder of RestfulSleepMD. She helps busy professional women and their children prioritize sleep to achieve optimal health and live to their fullest potential. She is triple board certified in pediatrics, pulmonology, and sleep medicine.

𝐃𝐫. 𝐄𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐠, also known as Elisa, is an ophthalmologist, oculoplastic surgeon, and life coach. She is the CEO of Grow Your Wealthy Mindset, where she helps healthcare professionals feel confident to manage and invest their money to build wealth and have financial freedom.

𝐃𝐫. 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐚 𝐃𝐞𝐰𝐞𝐲 is board certified in pediatrics and founder/CEO of PedsMamaDoc, LLC, where she helps physicians believe in themselves and connect and collaborate to create needed change.

𝐃𝐫. 𝐖𝐞𝐢𝐥𝐢 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐲 is a hospital-employed sleep physician and founder of Dare to Dream Physician. She hosts a weekly podcast and offers life planning to help physicians discover the life they want and start living it sooner than they imagined.

𝐃𝐫. 𝐋𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐇𝐨𝐜𝐡𝐦𝐚𝐧 is a Family Medicine physician and The Medical Matchmaker. She founded Happy Day Health, a boutique physician matchmaking agency to match doctors with well-run practices where they can avoid burnout and enjoy practicing medicine again.

𝐃𝐫. 𝐋𝐚 𝐓𝐨𝐲𝐚 𝐋𝐮𝐜𝐞𝐬-𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐬𝐨𝐧 is a board-certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist, entrepreneur, and speaker. It is through entrepreneurship that she found her path out of burnout out and a toxic work environment. She has a passion for patient education and uses her social media platforms to educate women so that they can take charge of their health and advocate for themselves.

Dr. Sherita Gaskins-Tillett is a board-certified Ob/Gyn and the founder of Level Up Lady Doc where she helps women physicians rediscover their bliss and reclaim control of their lives. Dr. Gaskins-Tillett is also the host of a weekly internet show, Level Up Live, where she showcases women physicians making phenomenal contributions inside and outside the exam room.

She graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed her Ob/Gyn residency at George Washington University. Dr. Gaskins-Tillett left clinical medicine in 2019 and now works as a medical director for a large insurance company. She resides in Severn, MD, with her husband and 10-year-old daughter.

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Dr. Uli K. Chettipally is an emergency physician, researcher, author, and innovator. He is the Founder of Sirica Therapeutics, a therapeutic device company that uses robotics, VR, and video gaming for autism. He is also the Founder of InnovatorMD and the Director of Founder Institute’s Health Tech Virtual Accelerator. He received the Pioneer Award for Innovation and Morris F. Collen Research Award from Kaiser Permanente. His other roles include Past President of San Mateo County Medical Association, Advisor, and Investor at various healthcare start-ups. His book, "Punish the Machine! The Promise of Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare" is available on Amazon.

Connect with Dr. Chettipally

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ulichettipally/

https://twitter.com/UliChettipally

https://www.innovatormd.com/

From the depths of her own experience, Dr. Mary started Shining With Gratitude MD, whose ardent purpose is to guide other physicians through their unique situations—so they can feel better, regain control, have more clarity, and rediscover the joy in life. Mary believes that if physicians can enjoy practicing medicine again, they can take better care of their patients. Through renewal, they can shine brighter for their families and all the lives they touch.

Website: https://www.shiningwithgratitudemd.com/