Welcome to The Iferia TechCast with Dr. Oluwole Babatunde, a physician-scientist, psychiatrist, and epidemiologist whose personal journey is a master class in resilience. Orphaned as a child in Nigeria, he made a conscious decision to live with purpose, leading him to earn a PhD in the US, publish over 60 peer-reviewed papers, and become a chief resident in psychiatry. He's also the author of "Adapt and Advance," where he shares his systematic, faith-based framework for turning trials into triumphs.
In this episode, we explore the intersection of science, faith, and how to apply the mindset of overcoming the greatest challenges. Dr. Oluwole shares his "MAP LAMP" framework for personal transformation, planning, learning, alliance formation, mission, and prayer. He discusses how his scientific training in understanding systems and data influences his approach to spiritual and mental healing, seeing science and faith as complementary forces for good. Discover his process for focused deep work and maintaining academic output without burnout, as well as practical advice for finding meaning in professional setbacks. Dr. Oluwole also offers inspiring guidance for young African professionals navigating careers far from home and reveals his next great challenge: leveraging his psychiatric expertise to help millions globally.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
· Dr. Oluwole's profound personal story: orphaned young in Nigeria, making a decision to live with purpose.
· The "MAP LAMP" framework: Meaning-making, Planning, Learning, Alliance formation, Mission, and Prayers for turning trials into triumphs.
· The intersection of science and faith: how scientific training, as a psychiatrist and epidemiologist, influences his approach to healing.
· Process for focused deep work: a systematic plan for publishing over 60 peer-reviewed papers without burning out.
· Making meaning in setbacks: practical strategies for students and professionals facing project failures or career challenges.
· Massive action in methodical fields: daily, intentional steps towards ambitious goals in medicine and research.
· Advice for young African professionals: focusing on the big picture to navigate careers and temporary setbacks, especially far from home.
· The next great challenge: leveraging psychiatric knowledge through a new book to help millions globally with mental health issues.
· His personal definition of innovation: the ability to generate new ideas that help humanity, from personal blessings to global impact.
This is a powerful conversation for anyone seeking to build resilience, integrate faith with their professional life, and turn adversity into a stepping stone for greater purpose and impact.
Connect With Dr. Oluwole Babatunde:
· Website: https://oluwolebabatunde.com/
· Email: oluwole.babatunde@outlook.com
· YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@oluwolebabatunde1870/
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome Dr. Oluwole Babatunde: Science, Faith & Resilience
01:16 Orphaned Young: The Decision to Live with Purpose
03:10 The MAP LAMP Framework: Turning Trials into Triumphs
06:54 Intersecting Identities: Psychiatrist, Epidemiologist, Man of Faith
10:06 Focused Deep Work: Publishing 60+ Papers Without Burnout
13:46 Making Meaning in Professional Setbacks & Failures
19:02 Massive Action in Medicine & Research: Daily Practices
23:06 Advice for Young African Professionals Navigating Careers
24:26 Next Great Challenge: Solving Global Mental Health Problems
26:20 Innovation Defined: New Ideas to Help Humanity
28:47 Connect with Dr. Oluwole Babatunde & "Adapt and Advance"
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