In episode No. 9 on The Joy of Leadership Podcast, Dr. James Taylor sits down with Dr. Matthew Hazzard, a board-certified neurosurgeon with Advanced Neurosurgery Associates.
He shares his journey to becoming a neurosurgeon, how his faith takes center stage in pre-op with his patients, and how healthcare in the United States could work better for more people.
Ep. 9 Breakdown
• (0:00) Introduction
• (0:50) Professional background
• (1:42) Journey to becoming a neurosurgeon
• (9:51) The formative years at Spring Arbor University
• (11:28) First round of medical school applications
• (15:57) Duke bound during medical school match day
• (17:57) Sleepless nights completing residency
• (21:08) Typical work week of a neurosurgeon
• (23:29) Incorporating faith into daily routine
• (29:09) Balancing personal life with career
• (32:17) Healthcare in the United States
• (36:00) Experiencing medical miracles
