Building on principles learned in last week's episode from Dr. Amy King, that two things can exist at once, our guest today describes being a physician:
"Medicine is, is on the one hand such a privilege and such a joy to be a doctor, but on the other hand, the, the personal costs can be too much."
On today's episode, I sat down with Dr. Corrigan, a recovering physician who left medicine after burning out, and more. Overachiever. Impostor syndrome. Had never heard of Corrigan's Secret Door until it was too late. Thankfully now in a way better place. Co-founded Physicians Anonymous with intention to solve physician burnout, mental illness, and addiction. Hopes to prevent future medical career disasters through peer support, advocacy, policy change, and innovation.
He shares his story along with several other points and pearls.
Trigger warning! Physician suicide is discussed in this episode.
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Connect with Dr. Corrigan:
https://physiciansanonymous.org/
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Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician.
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