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The DOCTORGOALS PodcastIt’s Just Brain Surgery with Neurosurgeon Dr. Evan WinogradHave you ever heard someone say, "Well, it's not like it's brain surgery!"...but what if it literally is? Dr. Evan Winograd is a neurosurgeon who also happens to be a marathoner. How did he get through 7 years of grueling surgical training AFTER medical school? How in the world does he find time to train for marathons? [ From the archies. ] SUBSCRIBE. Rate & Review. Thank you! Subscribe to the completely free newsletter: click here! Links: Dr. Evan Winograd: @evanwinograd Dr. Trot: @iamdrtrot DOCTORGOALS: @doctorgoals Comfy tees: doctorgoals.com 2024-09-0247 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastHow to Nail Your Residency InterviewToday's episode is about how to shift the residency interview from a "stressful requirement" to your "secret weapon" regardless of your board scores, academic accolades, or numerous research publications. And if you're like me, you've been told some variation of: "You won't make it." "You're not good enough." "Consider another career." May be the odds literally are against you, but all you need is one, "Yes". To help support the podcast, please rate and review wherever you're listening. Thank you for being here! * * * Clickables: The doctor with the ide...2024-08-1234 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastDon't Miss These 3 Red Flags in Your Contract with Dr. Ginger ThompsonDon't overlook these vague, "hidden" or seemingly "harmless" clauses in your physician job contract. SUBSCRIBE. Rate and review! Share this episode with a friend today. Thank you : ) Other contract negotiation episodes to checkout: START HERE: What's More Important: Salary or Autonomy Other negotiation dimes: 5 Hidden Things to Look for in a Disability Clause How to Negotiate for a Moving Bonus Contract Negotiation: The 1 Thing You Shouldn't Listen To More negotiation tips: click here! ----- Clickables: Dr. Ginger Thompson: @doctorginger Dr...2024-07-2937 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastFailure Is Never the End with Dr. Kim Johnson HatchettDr. Kim Johnson Hatchett is a board certified neurologist whose "non-traditional" journey started with a business degree. On today's episode, she shares her journey to medicine and how she passed her neurology boards after 3 attempts. PLUS! She shares a very powerful message at the end. Episode mentioned: Failure Breeds Success SUBSCRIBE. Rate and review! Share this episode with one person. Thank you : ) ----- Clickables: Dr. Kim Johnson Hatchett IG > @drkimneurodoc Website: https://drkimberlyjhatchett.com Dr. Trot: Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals Comfy shirts > doctorgoals.com 2024-07-2234 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastIs an MBA Really Worth It as a Doctor with Mariam Molani, DO MBAThe era of doctorpreneurs is growing, and if medical school wasn't long enough, many doctors are also going to business school. I've heard these questions many times: Is an MBA worht it? Do you need it as a doctor? Dr. Mariam Molani is a pathologist who obtained both a DO and MBA and she walks us through her journey, why she decided to get an MBA, the type of MBA she recommends for doctros, and more! We don't go to medical school to become business people and yet the success of our careers and practices a...2024-07-0834 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastIntern Year Orientation: What They Don’t Tell YouThere are so many emotions that come with the start of residency. And despite sitting through HOURS of orientation, there are many things about intern year that you won't be told. That changes today... Share this episode with an intern! Instagram reel that Dr. Trot references in the episode: click here! SUBSCRIBE wherever you're listening! Thank you for being here. Checkout the DOCTORGOALS newsletter. * * * Clickables: Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals Comfy tees > doctorgoals.com 2024-07-0132 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastHow to Survive Intern Year with Emergency Medicine Resident Dr. Drew BeaubianThe first year of residency is one of the HARDEST years of medical training. Dr. Drew Beaubian is an emergency medicine resident who shares her tips on how to navigate and survive intern year. Highlights: Should you study after you match and you're waiting for residency to start? How to navigate a difficult rotation (and people). How to study as an intern despite working 10-16+ hour days. Feelings of considering walking away from residency... What Dr. Beaubian wish she knew before she started intern year. [ From the archies ] SUBSCRIBE. Rate & Review. Thank you. ...2024-06-1747 minThe DOCTORGOALS Podcast5 Hidden Things to Look for in a Disability ClauseThe disability clause in a physician contract is one of the (many) parts of the contract that seem boring and trivial when you first start a job but it could drastically affect your life if you don't pay close enough attention. Physician contracts are overwhelming. Learn more from the physician's perspective. Become you're own advocate. Stand strong in what you believe in...which includes you! This episode is a part of the NEW contract negotiation series on The DOCTORGOALS Podcast. Other episodes to checkout: START HERE: What's More Important: Salary or Autonomy 2024-06-1031 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastSetting up a Direct Care Practice with Ophthalmologist Dr. Shani EsparazDr. Shani Esparaz is a board certified ophthalmologist who stepped outside of the box and became an entrepreneur creating a direct care ophthalmology practice where she removed the “middle man” of insurance and works directly with patient. Topic highlights: Taking risks in medicine. The benefits of a direct care practice. How she decided on how to price her services. The first few steps to take when you’re starting a direct care practice. Dr. Shani Esparaz was also featured on the popular episode: Doctor’s Share Why They Chose Their Specialty SUBSCRIBE. Rate and review...2024-06-0347 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastA Quick & Easy Hack to Help You FocusA quick and easy hack that you can start doing TODAY that can help you stay focused. Learn about contract negotiation from a physician's perspective. Completely free. Unsubscribe any time. Click here! To help support the podcast, please rate and review wherever you're listening. Thank you for being here! * * * Clickables: The doctor with the identifiable laugh: Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals Comfy tees > doctorgoals.com 2024-05-2719 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastBest Study Tip with Harvard Trained Dr. Kyle BurtonDr. Kyle Burton graduated from Harvard Medical School with a dual degree obtaining an MD-MPP and he's here to share his BEST study tip! [ From the archives. ] SUBSCRIBE. Rate and review! Share this episode with one person today. Thank you : ) ----- Follow the journeys: Dr. Kyle Burton IG > @kylerenardb Dr. Trot: Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals Comfy shirts > doctorgoals.com 2024-05-2025 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastJust Keep Showing up with Chris Wachuku"I'm going to go against the grain of what I've taken to be as my norm, which shouldn't be my norm with criticizing myself too much and not believing in myself. And I'm going to fight against that..." Powerful words said by Chris Wachuku, a senior medical student who is moments away from starting his dermatology residency. On today's episode, we talk about: How to overcome being your own worst enemy and self-criticism. Depression and medical school. The anxiety that can come with being a minority in medicine and how being "othered" can negatively impact you emo...2024-05-0640 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastFrom High School Teacher to Gastroenterology with Dr. Ron OrtizoDr. Ron Ortizo is a gastroenterologist who originally didn’t plan on becoming a doctor. His career started as a high school science teacher. Education fueled his passion and his career path seemed pretty clear. But then things changed and he started to consider the idea of becoming a doctor. On today's episode: How (and why) he changed his path from becoming a high school teacher to a doctor. How he felt being years “behind” his medical school classmates. We also dive deep into his biggest struggle: residency. The day-to-day grind that pushes you in ways you can’t...2024-04-2944 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastContract Negotiation: The 1 Thing You Shouldn’t Listen ToThis episode is a part of the NEW contract negotiation series on The DOCTORGOALS Podcast. Other episodes to checkout: Contract Negotiation: Why You Need This Termination Clause in Your Contract How to Negotiate for a Moving Bonus Malpractice Insurance: What Every Doctor (and Trainee) Needs to Know Life as a Plastic Surgeon Attending, the Before and After with Dr. Wilton Triggs II What's More Important: Salary or Autonomy Become you're own advocate. Stand strong in what you believe in...which includes you! SUBSCRIBE to Dr. Trot's negotiation newsletter for more tips. Completely free. No spam...2024-04-1521 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastThe Reality (and Downside) of the Arrival Fallacy and How to Pivot with Dr. Erin McBride JohnsonDr. Erin McBride Johnson is an emergency medicine physician who burned out...twice. For awhile, she put her head down and "pushed through" clinging onto the belief that life will get better, "Once I'm an attending." And in many ways, it did. But, it was temporary. On today's episode, we talk about: The challenges of becoming a new attending that we don't learn about in training but can have a big impact on our career and happiness. Why, "Just push through" isn't always the best approach. The changes that she made to pivot her career and it...2024-04-0847 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastDon’t Let Not Matching Become Your ‘Scarlet Letter'Not matching into a residency position is more common than you think but who can really be prepared to receive the dreaded news that they did NOT match? If you didn't match or will be applying to residency in the future, click play for an important listen. If you know someone who didn't match, please share this episode with them. Proof that it's possible to succeed as a doctor after not matching: Finding Out That You Didn't Match and What to Do Next with Dr. Shelley Jain Trusting the Process with Dr. RJ T...2024-03-2525 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastSo You Matched, Now What!?March madness! If you matched into a residency position, first off CONGRATULATIONS! Next up, tune into this episode to hear what to do (and expect) next. SUBSCRIBE. Rate and review! Share this episode with one person today. Thank you : ) Be sure to checkout this episode before you start intern year!: How to Survive Intern Year with Emergency Medicine Resident Dr. Drew Beaubian ----- Follow the journeys: Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals Comfy shirts > doctorgoals.com Contract negotiation tips: click here! 2024-03-1823 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastDon’t Listen to ‘No’ with Dr. Mannat KaurDr. Mannat Kaur walked into college with a plan to become the next doctor. What original seemed clear became a tough, murky journey that put her dream into question. Despite not getting into U.S. medical schools, she took advantage of her acceptance at a Caribbean medical school, which ultimately led her to secure a residency position in New York City. Dr. Mannat Kaur shares why it's so important to not listent to "no", especially when it doesn't come from within. An incredible episode from the archives. Update! Dr. Mannat Kaur is now a GI f...2024-03-1151 minThe DOCTORGOALS Podcast10 Ways to Make Your Day Easier as a Woman Doctor with Dr. Karen LeitnerDr. Karen Leitner is a physician coach who shares 10 ways (and other incredible tips!) to make your day easier as a woman doctor. Some are “small” changes that you can start doing today and watch it make a BIG impact on your work day and possibly even happiness. Overview: Don’t check your email during clinic hours. Say thank you for waiting instead of, “I’m sorry I’m late”. Tell patients that you’re happy to see them. Take a 20 second pause in between each patient. You did not create the system…It’s a waste of your time to l...2024-03-0455 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastContract Negotiation: Why You Need This Termination Clause in Your ContractIt's easy to get overwhelmed by a physician job contract and just want to sign to secure the job and to finally start making money as an attending. But before you jump to signing, there actually is a lot to consider before you sign that lengthy, legal document. On today's episode, we talk about an important termination clause that you should look for in your contract. And, if it's not there, why you should try to get it added in. This episode is a part of the NEW contract negotiation series on The DOCTORGOALS Podcast. Ot...2024-02-1922 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastEvery Obstacle Creates an Opportunity for Greatness with Dr. Damien MedranoDr. Damien Medrano is a radiology resident and co-founder of Built for Medicine who shares his journey as an underrepresented minority and the first in his family to become a doctor. We also talk about: Why he didn’t fully dedicate himself to medical school as a pre-med student. Why his interests switched from pediatrics to surgery to, “Nothing is really grabbing my attention…” to ultimately going into radiology. Why it’s so important to keep an open mind. SUBSCRIBE. Rate and review! Share this episode with one person today. Thank you : ) Contract neg...2024-02-1245 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastDoctors Share Why They Chose Their SpecialtyGetting into medical school is hard enough, but chosing which specialty to go into can be a very overwhelming and daunting decision. On today's episode, multiple doctors share: Why they decided to go into their specialty. The best part about their specialty. Common misconceptions about their specialty. Advice for those interested in their specialty. The inside scoop directly from those "walking the walk". Checkout today's awesome guests: Dr. Betsy Grunch, neurosurgery: @ladyspinedoc Dr. Erin McBride Johnosn, emergency medicine: @physicianburnoutcoach Dr. RJ Turner, primary care sports medicine: @sportsbagmd Dr. Shanika Esparaz, ophthalmology: @shani_esparazmd Dr. Anjal...2024-02-0536 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastBusy Nutrition with Dr. Lauren Powell (Revamped!)Dr. Lauren Powell (aka The Culinary Doctor) is a board certified family medicine physician who has a special interest in nutrition. But let's face it, busy schedules can make it difficult and feel impossible to priortize your eating. On today's episode, Dr. Powell shares how to do just that with actionable tips! Share this with one person today! Fun finger clickies: Dr. Lauren Powell > @drlaurenpowell Use code 'DOCTORGOALS' at checkout for 20% off her store items at https://drlaurenpowell.com Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals Comfy shirts > doctorgoals.com 2024-01-2941 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastHow to Negotiate for a Moving BonusIt's easy to get overwhelmed by a physician job contract and just want to sign to secure the job and to finally start making money as an attending. But before you jump to signing, there actually is a lot to consider before you sign that lengthy, legal document. On today's episode, we talk about why a moving bonus is so important and how to negotiate for one. It could literally save you thousands of $$$ dollars. This episode is a part of the NEW contract negotiation series on The DOCTORGOALS Podcast. Other episodes to checkout: Ma...2024-01-2232 minThe DOCTORGOALS Podcast"Closed Mouths Don't Get Fed" | High Yield AdviceHigh yield advice from people who come from different walks of life. Click play. Enjoy! SUBSCRIBE. Rate & Review. * * * Links: Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals Comfy tees > doctorgoals.com 2024-01-1522 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastTrusting the Process with Dr. RJ Turner | Sports MedicineDr. RJ Turner was set on becoming an orthopaedic surgeon. And right before that "dream" became a reality, his path was derailed after finding out that he didn't match. On today's episode, we talk about: Whether he regrets letting go of surgery and going into primary care. How he ultimately ended up pursuing family medicine, a specialty he initally "wrote off" and didn't consider in medical school. Common misconceptions of family medicine. (Some may surprise you!) Why networking is so vital as a doctor and trainee. SUBSCRIBE. Rate and review! Share this episode with...2024-01-0840 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastPutting YOU First and Your Job Second with Dr. Anita PatelDr. Anita Patel is a pediatric critical care physician who candidly shares how she found herself in (and outside of) medicine. (Rewind!) Please support the podcast by leaving a quick review! SUBSCRIBE. Flexor tendon workouts: Dr. Anita Patel > @anitakpatelmd Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals Rep' DOCTORGOALS 2024-01-0147 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastA (Holiday) Special ReminderShare this episode with a friend! SUBSCRIBE. Rate & Review. Thank you for being here! * * * Links: Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals Comfy tees > doctorgoals.com 2023-12-2535 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastPeople Will PeopleWhether you're in training or out in practice, one thing is for sure: dealing with personalities and differences among people can be difficult and even contribute to someone being miserable, leaving a program or even quitting their job. On today's episode, I remind you of something that I hope will bring you some peace, courage, and strength no matter your story, physical appearance, sexual orientation, disability, learning style...no matter who are you or what you "represent". Click play! Share this episode with one friend today. Thank you! * * * Links: Dr. Trot...2023-12-1820 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastJust Keep Moving with Dr. Michael Simoni (Rewind!)Dr. Michael Simoni is a OBGYN physician specializing in reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI). On today's episode, he shares his inspiring and circituous journey to medicine as a non-traditional student and, what it's like being a male OBGYN physician in a female focused specialty. SUBSCRIBE. Rate and review! Share this episode with one friend. Thank you : ) ----- Follow the journeys: Dr. Michael Simoni > @simoni_md Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals Comfy shirts > doctorgoals.com 2023-12-1145 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastMalpractice Insurance: What Every Doctor (and Trainee) Needs to KnowMalpractice insurance. Two words that may sound boring but are incredibly important for every doctor and trainee to know about. There are certain things that we have in place to protect our career (and finances) and HOPE that we never have to use it. But unfortunatley, many doctors do. About 1 in 3 doctors are sued in their career. 1 in 3!!! Those are not odds that you want to bet on. It's important to know how to protect yourself and it starts with knowing what's in your physician contract. On today's episode: What even is malp...2023-12-0434 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastLife as a Plastic Surgeon Attending, the Before and After with Dr. Wilton Triggs IIDr. Wilton Triggs was first introduced to the DOCTORGOALS audience in 2019 when he was the first black plastic surgery chief resident at a residency program in Florida. And that episode has become one of the most popular listens (link below). Today, we catch up with Dr. Triggs to see what it's like being on the other side of the fence. We talk about: What it's really like being out in practice. Why he left a job after a few months and the unique set up he has now. Tips for contract negotiation including what Dr. Triggs thi...2023-11-2754 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastThis Tip Will Save You Time and Stress! (Part 2)It's easy to get bogged down in the details and chaos of training and not realize what steps we can do to make the transition to practice smoother. And, you might have a limited amount of time; if you don't realize you should do "this" until much later, you may find yourself scrambling or completely starting over. On today's episode, Dr. Trot shares a tip that every trainee should know before graduation because it could be a game changer for you, and yes, save you a lot of time, stress and even frustration when you become an a...2023-11-2011 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastThis Tip Will Save You Time and Stress! (Part 1)The title says it all. Click play! SUBSCRIBE. Rate & Review. Thank you for being here! * * * Links: Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals Comfy tees > doctorgoals.com Dr. Trot's NEW YouTube Channel [ study music, lofi ]: DJ StudyMix MD 2023-11-1323 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastNo Regrets Just Lessons Learned with MD Candidate Dr. Ebere Sonoiki PhDDr. Ebere Sonoiki spent years going down the path of research working towards a PhD while pushing to the side an “itch” to go to medical school. Why? Fear, more time spent in school, concerns over student loans, the MCAT... Only to find herself years later scratching that itch in her 40s. She ended up going back to her passion and she took a "risk". And now, she's a medical student in her 40s. On today’s episode, she shares: Why she decided to go to medical school years after getting her PhD. Why she would’ve done t...2023-11-0654 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastThe 1 Tip I Wish Every Medical Student KnewShare this episode with one friend! Subscribe! Rate & review. Thank you. * * * Sit and be fit finger clicks: (what?) Dr. Trot: @iamdrtrot DOCTORGOALS: @doctorgoals Comfy tees: doctorgoals.com 2023-10-2321 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastWhat They Wish They Knew Before: Pre-Med EditionOn today's episode, multiple former pre-med students share: What they wish they knew BEFORE medical school. Their biggest advice for current and future pre-med students Valuable advice from experience from those who've been in the "pre-med shoes". Press play! Checkout today's awesome guests: Misha Dilmaghani: @mishadilma JR Smith: @evolvingmedic Jennifer Ledbetter: @jenledinmed Jarrell Patterson: @studentdocrell Dr. Sabina: @thecurlymed Episode mentioned in today's podcast: 9 Things You'll Want to Know Before Becoming a Doctor Host with the identifable laugh (lawd have mercy!): Dr. Trot @iamdrtrot SUBSCRIBE. Rate and review! Share this episode w...2023-10-1614 minThe DOCTORGOALS Podcast9 Things You'll Want to Know Before Becoming a DoctorThe title says it all. You'll want to save this episode. [ Originally aired in 2020. ] RATE. REVIEW. SUBSCRIBE! Thank you : ) * * * Study with calm, relaxing music to help you focus: DJ StudyMix MD. Be sure to subscribe to Dr. Trot's channel! COMFY DOCTORGOALS SHIRTS Thank you for being here. "Today was a good day..."2023-07-3129 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastMINISODE: Most Memorable Case with Dr. Mariam MolaniDr. Mariam Molani is pathology resident who shares her MOST memorable case...and it was a matter of life or death. Who knew a microscope could literally change someones life... Rate. Review x5. Thank you! * * * THE ORIGINAL #DOCTORGOALS * * * Skip to my lou, click to my door... Super Coffee - Low calorie + packed with caffeine + sprinkled with protein. Use the code DOCTORGOALS to get 20% OFF your order! drinksupercoffee.com Cure Hydration - They say 75% of Americans are dehydrated. Chances are, that includes y...2020-08-3120 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastIs an MBA Worth It as a Doctor With Dr. Mariam MolaniDr. Mariam Molani is a pathologist who obtained TWO degrees while in medical school: DO + MBA. We don't go to medical school to become business people and yet the success of our careers and practices are dependent on running a successful business. So, is an MD/DO "not enough" anymore...? TODAY, we're walking into an audio business class: Is an MBA worth it as a doctor? * * * DOCTORGOALS COMFY TEES * * * Zoom meeting distractions: Healthy caffeine? Yes, please! Super Coffee - Low calorie +...2020-08-2437 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastThe Test Taking Strategy That Changed Everything With Dr. Lauren BessetteDr. Lauren Bessette is an internal medicine resident who walks us through a test taking strategy that became a turning point for her and CHANGED everything. Her speed increased. Her test taking strategy improved. And her scores shot up. Highly recommended! * * * Bathroom clicks --> DOPE hook ups: Healthy caffeine? Yes, please! Super Coffee - Low calorie + packed with caffeine + sprinkled with protein. Use the code DOCTORGOALS to get 20% OFF your order! drinksupercoffee.com IV caffeine --> bathroom runs? Cure Hydration - They say 75% of Americans...2020-08-1739 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastSecret to Success: The Lesson That Changed My PerspectiveYou know it's a good lesson when it keeps popping up in your life and helping you succeed. * * * COMFY DOCTORGOALS TEES * * * > Paging all discount code lovers 2020-08-1032 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastBusy Nutrition with Dr. Lauren PowellTaking care of yourself is HARD when you're: Super busy Stressed Juggling many to-dos Grey hairs pop up. Acne makes a comeback. And things start to grow in different directions. (Oh, no one told you this "fun"?) Too busy to figure out nutrition or fight off that "Residency 30"? Tune into today's episode where Dr. Lauren Powell (aka the Culinary Doctor) shares 5 nutrition tips for the BUSY professional. * * * REP' DOCTORGOALS * * * Bathroom reads, secrets to success: SurgiReal - Hone your surgical skills on your own time. Super...2020-08-0341 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastThe Study Tip That Everyone Should Know with Dr. Kevin MullinsDr. Kevin Mullins is a PMR trained sports medicine fellow who shares his BEST study tip. And this is one that everyone should know and do. * * * YOUR NEXT FAVORITE TEE * * * DISCOUNTED GIFTS! *wink wink* SurgiReal - Hone your surgical skills on your own time. Super convenient, surgical kits that resemble human tissue. Use the code DOCTORGOALS to get 10% OFF your order! surgireal.com Super Coffee - Dr. Trot's go-to source of caffeine. Low calorie + packed with caffeine + sprinkled with protein. Use the code DOCTORGOALS to get 20% OFF...2020-07-2735 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastPreparing for a Virtual Interview with Dr. Bea PalileoNobody saw this coming. No one could have predicted this. Everyone was shocked. The COVID-19 pandemic infiltrated people's lives on every single layer of life cancelling and shutting down essentially everything. As the world tries to adapt to the "new virtual normal" your dream to becoming a doctor shouldn't and WON'T end. So, you just received an interview and it's virtual. How in the world do you prepare for and win over the interviewees who are hundreds of miles away? Dr. Bea Palileo is a budding ophthalmology resident who...2020-07-2037 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastRejection Facilitates Growth With Dr. Blessing Ogbemudia"Some have called me crazy, laughed at my unconventional journey, or thought I should've given up and may be I should have...But I'm glad I didn't. Dr. Blessing Ogbemudia (@_og_bless) is a first year anesthesiology resident who's journey is the epitome of a rollercoaster ride. Despite the odds, he matched at a top 20 anesthesiology residency program. He "shouldn't" have made it, and yet, he DID! His story is a MUST listen! * * * DOCTORGOALS COMFY TEES * * * SIT AND BE FIT: (What?) SurgiReal...2020-07-1335 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastDear Intern: Survival Tips From Those Who Made It (Part 2)TODAY is PART 2 to the intern series where amazing doctors from across the nation share their BEST advice for surviving intern year. It's time to hand off the baton...and that [ dreaded ] pager. You ready? COMFY DOCTORGOALS SHIRTS * * * TEMPTING CLICKS: (Oh, you looked...) SurgiReal - Hone your surgical skills on your own time. Super convenient surgical kits that resemble human tissue. Use the code DOCTORGOALS to get 10% OFF your order! surgireal.com Cure Hydration - They say 75% of Americans are dehydrated. Chances are, that includes y...2020-07-0630 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastDear Intern: Survival Tips From Those Who Made It (Part I)The first year of residency is one of the most difficult, stressful, and awkward times of growth as a physician. The first time someone uses the word "doctor" to address you. The first time you run a code. The first time you lose a patient... Decisions now matter. Your orders are real. And that pager life is unlike anything else you've ever experienced... So how in the world do you survive what's known to be one of the hardest years of training? For this special episode series, I asked...2020-06-2939 minThe DOCTORGOALS Podcast5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Medical School With Lexie and MadelineHow many times have you said: "I wish I knew that BEFORE I started this!" If only... Well, you're in luck. On today's episode, Lexie and Madeline both medical students, share 5 things they wish they knew BEFORE they started medical school. Rate. Review. SUBSCRIBE! Post-call clickable joys: Follow Lexie & Madeline BLOG: Lex & Mad About Med DOCTORGOALS comfy shirts Remember your "why" and keep that smile BRIGHT! Let's get it.2020-01-2732 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastA Pediatric Intensivist's Most Memorable Case With Dr. Anita PatelDr. Anita Patel is a board certified pediatric intensivisit and she works with sick kids in the pediatric intensive care unit daily. And today, she shares her MOST memorable case! Listen to Dr. Patel's inspiring and RAW journey to medicine: Finding Yourself in Medicine With Pediatric Intensivist Dr. Anita Patel Clicks of the trade: Follow Dr. Anita Patel Follow Dr. Trot All things DOCTORGOALS Believe in your own reflection even when others look the other way.2020-01-2022 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastFinding Yourself in Medicine With Pediatric Intensivist Dr. Anita PatelWhether you're a practicing doctor building a busy practice or busy surviving on the "trainee front lines", today's episode brings TRUTH, humility, and common feelings that many afraid to share. Amongst the chaos and never ending demands, many lose their passion... and even themselves. But is it possible to find yourself in the midst of the storm? Or is it too late? Dr. Anita Patel is a pediatric critical care attending and she candidly shares how she found herself in medicine. And it might surprise you >> PRESS PLAY 2020-01-1446 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastChanging Specialties: From Pediatrics to Dermatology with Dr. Lori AsztalosDr. Lori Asztalos is a dermatologist who doesn’t fit the mold. Because she matched into dermatology, you could assume she had the PERFECT application with top board scores. But that isn’t her story; she wasn’t AOA and had an average board score. Dr. Asztalos completed two years of pediatric residency until she decided to switch specialties and go for one of the most competitive specialties in medicine: dermatology. She dropped out of her pediatric residency to begin a new endeavor and apply to residency AGAIN, but this time to dermatology. Pe...2020-01-0640 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastBeing a DO in a World of MDs With Interventional Radiologist Dr. Scott FujimotoDr. Scott Fujimoto is an interventional radiologist. He's apart of a "rare" breed in this thriving, growing specialty in radiology. After MANY years in training, he became an attending in his late 30s. He’s also the residency program director at his department in California, a BIG accomplishment! Would you be surprised if I told you that he was a DO? What it’s like be a DO in a specialty populated by MDs What really is the difference between a DO and an MD? Which should you choose? We work so h...2019-12-3043 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastAge Doesn't Define Your Life with Jessica FullmerShe's 45-years-old. She's a mom of six. She spent 15 years in real estate. ...and now, she's a medical student! Wait, what!? Jessica left a guaranteed income and comfortable life for an unpredictable, long journey to medical school. She’s the epitome of the so called “non-traditional” medical student whose journey reminds us that it is NEVER too late to shift gears and start anew. Age truly is just a number and not a check box criteria. How she went from real estate to medical school...2019-12-2340 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastAre You Sure You Want to Do This?A simple question complicated by unexpected unknowns and a mosaic of foreshadowing. Countless years in training. TONS of debt. Untimely setbacks and failures. You should be ready to answer: Are you sure you want to do this? Rate. Review. SUBSCRIBE. Let's get it! @iamdrtrot @doctorgoals Super comfy DOCTORGOALS tees Sprinklin' discounts: ExamGuru - Use the code 'DOCTORGOALS' to get 20% OFF any and all of their *high yield* question banks for Step 2 and shelf exams (surgery, internal medicine, OB/GYN, and more!!). examguru.com Cure Hydration...2019-12-1626 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastThe Clinical Anatomist with Plastic Surgeon Dr. Wilton Triggs IIPlastic surgery is one of the most competitive surgical residency programs, not to mention the length of the training: 6 years! SIX YEARS after surviving college, medical school, and anything in between. (Lawd have mercy!) Dr. Wilton Triggs II opens the door to what plastic surgery really is like. And it's so much more than what's in celebrity news. We dive into his journey that starts in a small town to becoming one of the few minorities in plastic surgery. He also marked his place in history in becoming the FIRST black...2019-12-0944 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastThe Epitome of Losing to Win with Chris ReHe failed high school. He failed community college. He was told he was "supposed" to become a factory worker. Countless times, he was told that he wasn't good enough. And yet, Chris is now in medical school. Chris shares how he defied the odds and overcame some of the most unbelievable circumstances. You won't believe his story that could be a movie full of hardships, loss, and grit! Success is possible no matter where your story begins. The epitome of losing to win... 2019-12-0241 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastA Trauma Surgeon's Most Memorable Case with Dr. Brittney CulpDr. Brittney Culp is a board certified trauma surgeon and she shares her MOST memorable case! Finger stretches: @doctorenough @doctorgoals DOCTORGOALS study tees *GOODIES* ExamGuru - Use the code 'DOCTORGOALS' to get 20% OFF any and all of their high yield question banks for Step 2 CK and shelf exams. examguru.com Cure Hydration - Adequate hydration fuels brain power. Stay alert and push aside fatigue with Cure Hydration! Use the code 'DOCTORGOALS' to get 25% OFF your order! curehydration.com2019-11-2513 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastTrauma Surgeons "Don't" Cry with Dr. Brittney CulpThere's the perception of doctors... and then there's reality. We go through so much on a daily basis full of emotional highs and lows; medical miracles and devastating diagnoses; and those exams. So. Many. Exams. Dr. Brittney Culp is a busy trauma surgeon who started out her medical career aspiring to be a dermatologist. She traded in a comfortable, low stress career for an unpredictable, BUSY, and hectic career in trauma surgery. She did the research. Put in the MANY years of training. And sacrificed left and right. Eventually, she reached...2019-11-1845 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastPush ThroughWe're surrounded by over-achievers and perfectionists. The further we go in our training, the stronger the competition. Expectations rise and the room for error minimizes. . . It can be easy to fall for the idea that we should always be on the top of our game because of course, "I never struggle." But the reality is, the day to day "behind the scenes" reality is like this half finished puzzle with pieces all over the table and one in your hand as you try to figure out where in the world to put the n...2019-06-2432 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastPart 2: Top 10 Intern Tips with Dr. Mike HerringDr. Mike Herring and I continue our discussion as we dive deep into the first year of residency and share our *TOP* 10 tips on how to survive intern year. Rate. Review. Subscribe. The podcast trifecta ; ) Finger exercises: Follow Dr. Mike Herring Follow DOCTORGOALS Checkout DOCTORGOALS gear Shoutout to today's sponsors: Cure Hydration - Your answer to staying hydrated for busy doctors and those in the making. Use the code 'DOCTORGOALS' to get 25% OFF your order! curehydration.com Resolve - Use the code 'DOCTOROGOALS' to get 10% OF...2019-06-1745 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastPart 1: Top 10 Intern Tips with Dr. Mike HerringJuly 1st is the historical first day of residency. No matter how much you study, nothing can really get you ready for what you’ll experience in residency. The first year of residency is full of challenges, late nights, and frequent, “How do I order a Tylenol?” The learning curve is steep and once the training wheels come off, you get into a rhythm and things become more natural. But what about day or month one of residency? Dr. Mike Herring is back and together, we share are TOP 10 tips f...2019-06-1041 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastBest Study Tip with Harvard Trained Kyle BurtonDr. Kyle Burton *just* graduated from Harvard Medical School with a dual degree obtaining an MD-MPP and he's here to share his BEST study tip! * * * Clickables: Best study tip PDF Follow Dr. Kyle Burton Follow DOCTORGOALS Subscribe to the dope newsletter Subscribe. Rate. Review. Let's get it! Shoutout to today's sponsors: Cure Hydration - Your answer to staying hydrated for busy doctors and those in the making. Use the code 'DOCTORGOALS' to get 25% OFF your order! curehydration.com Resolve - Use the code 'D...2019-06-0330 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastMINISODE: Most Memorable Case with Dr. Amrit HansraRadiologist Dr. Amrit Hansra shares two of his MOST memorable cases. Rate. Review. Thank you : ) Finger stretches: Say hi! Order a comfy DOCTORGOALS shirt Subscribe to the newsletter Shoutout to today's sponsors: Cure Hydration - Use the code 'DOCTORGOALS' to get 25% OFF your order! curehydration.com Resolve - Use the code 'DOCTOROGOALS' to get 10% OFF physician contract services. resolve.net2019-05-2717 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastLearning How to Shift with Radiologist Dr. Amrit HansraOn today's episode, we walk into the dark room where radiologists thrive. From MRIs to CTs, imaging plays a vital role in the evaluation and management of patients but there's MUCH MORE that goes into radiology than just "reading a film". Dr. Amrit Hansra is a graduating radiology resident and budding interventional radiologist who started out as pre-dental and shifted gears to medical school and landed up in the reading room, which surprised people. Why? And what is it really like to be a radiologist... It's probably completely different than what...2019-05-2049 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastWorry About YourselfWe spend so much time comparing ourselves to others. It's too easy for us to internalize what we *think to be true but as the popular saying goes: The grass isn't always greener on the other side. It's time to shift your gaze and worry about yourself. Rate. Review. Subscribe! Finger exercises: @doctorgoals @iamdrtrot DOCTORGOALS comfy tees 2019-05-1324 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastMINISODE: Most Memorable Case with Dr. Renee RodriguezDr. Renee Rodriguez is a practicing pediatric cardiologist who shares her MOST memorable case. Be sure to SUBSCRIBE! Digital sparkles: Follow Dr. Renee Rodriguez Subscribe to the DOCTORGOALS newsletter for tips and pearls Rep' the brand 2019-05-0614 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastMore Than a Test Score with Dr. Renee RodriguezWe feel the pressure to do well on each and every test where “just passing” is not even close to good enough. We’re judged by our MCAT scores and told which specialty to go into based on our Step 1 scores. Reality? The art of medicine is NOT a test question. Dr. Renee Rodriguez is a successful pediatric cardiologist who: Scored below average on both the MCAT and USMLE Step 1 Failed pharmacology in medical school Passed her pediatric boards by ONE point And guess what? She’s doing just fine! She matched...2019-04-2952 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastMINISODE: Most Memorable Case with Dr. Emily JacobsDr. Emily Jacobs is a busy OBGYN resident + mom of a toddler who shares two of her most memorable cases. One where she truly learns what it means to be a doctor and the other where she unexpectedly went from being the doctor to the patient in seconds! And this case went viral, covered by USA Today, ABC News, and others. Rate. Review. Thank you! Finger exercises: Dr. Emily Jacobs' story goes viral Check up on Dr. Trot Subscribe to the DOCTORGOALS newsletter Be sure to...2019-04-2213 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastLiving Without Boundaries with Dr. Emily JacobsSometimes, it feels like all you have time for is your medical training as if your life completely revolves around your coursework and call schedule. And often times, it does. Schedules are determined by the rotation your own, upcoming exams, and that 'lovely' call schedule that interferes with your sleep. (Wait, what even is sleep?) It can be hard to carve out time for anything outside of medicine, which leads to the question: Is it possible to be more than a doctor or is that all you have time...2019-04-1551 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastRound 2 with Ryan Louer: Scoring 280s on Step 2 CK and Pediatric AnesthesiaReady for round 2? Ryan Louer is back! And he's here to share how he did it again. After scoring in the 260s on the USMLE Step 1, he did even *better on Step 2 CK. Many people focus so much time and energy on Step 1 that Step 2 takes a back seat, but this daylong exam is a great opportunity to "seal the deal" or improve your application if Step 1 didn't go so well. TODAY on the podcast: Appetizer: Choosing a specialty (it's not as easy as it sounds) Chef's taste: The residency interview trail...2019-04-0838 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastHow a Medical Student Scored 260 on Step 1The USMLE Step 1 is unlike any other. Just when you overcame the MCAT, medical school brings a higher mountain to climb. Step 1 is one of the most challenging exams you'll take in your medical training and, like the MCAT, is a critical component of your residency application. Great, more stress... There are MANY strategies and study resources to help people pass and reach their target score but the whole process can be so overwhelming and daunting and soon it becomes "impossible" to succeed at. Well, Ryan conquered Step 1 and scored above...2019-04-0150 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastFrom Nursing School to Medical School with Joe MossJoe Moss is a second year medical student who is well on his way to becoming a doctor, but he didn’t always know he would end up here. He started college without a clear path and didn't know which direction to go. Joe eventually tapped into medicine by first going to nursing school. Years later, he changed his mind. Why did he give up a GUARANTEED paying position for an unpredictable one? How did he improve his GPA despite working a full-time job? Does his older age bother him? That and so muc...2019-03-2548 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastMINISODE: Most Memorable Case with Dr. Evan WinogradDr. Evan Winograd is a chief Neurosurgery resident and today he shares what his MOST memorable case has been. This should be interesting! * * * SUPER COFFEE! Former collegiate athletes turned barista entrepreneurs who were tired of being tired and created a low calorie, organic bottled coffee with protein. Use the code 'DOCTORGOALS' to get 20% OFF your order! drinksupercoffee.com FOLLOW THE JOURNEY: @drinksupercoffee @doctorgoals @iamdrtrot Subscribe. Rate. Review. Thank you : )2019-03-1813 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastIt's Just Brain Surgery with Dr. Evan WinogradHave you ever heard someone say, "Well, it's not like it's brain surgery!" ...but what if it is? Dr. Evan Winograd is a 7th year Neurosurgery resident who also happens to be a marathoner. How has he gotten through almost 7 years of grueling surgical training AFTER medical school? And how in the world does he find time to train for marathons? DOCTORGOALS Monday's are back for a BRAND NEW season. The wait was worth it. Now all you have to do is press play. *** Leave...2019-03-1150 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastRite of PassageRate. Review. Subscribe. Let's get it! Clickables: Order a DOCTORGOALS tee Subscribe to the free newsletter Follow @iamdrtrot 2018-12-1041 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastMINISODE: Most Memorable Case with Dr. Ron OrtizoDr. Ron Ortizo is past the pre-med years, medical school grind, and residency "storm" - he is now in his final phase of training: Gastroenterology fellowship. He's endured a lot over the years and he shares what has become his most memorable case. * * * Click! Click! Follow Dr. Trot through residency Follow DOCTORGOALS Order a DoctorGoals tee * * * Subscribe. Rate. Review. Thank you : ) 2018-12-0319 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastFrom High School Teacher to Gastroenterologist with Dr. Ron OrtizoDr. Ron Ortizo is a gastroenterology fellow who originally didn’t plan on becoming a doctor. In fact, he wanted to be a high school science teacher! Education fueled his passion and his career path seemed pretty clear. And medicine wasn’t a part of it. But then things changed and he started to consider the idea of becoming a doctor. How did he change his path from becoming a high school teacher to a doctor? How did he feel being a few years “behind” his medical school classmates? We...2018-11-2645 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastThird Time's a Charm with Medical Student Reuben Horace Jr.Reuben is months into his first year of medical school and loving it! You can hear the passion in his voice and the excitement of knowing that he is that much closer to the long white coat. But how far can passion really take you when your test scores are below average? Reuben took the MCAT 3 times and after each attempt, he got that much closer. He didn't get into medical school on his first attempt. Despite others questioning his success, he stayed the course . . . Non-traditional applicant...2018-11-1942 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastMINISODE: Most Memorable Case with Dr. Michael SimoniDr. Michael Simoni is chief Ob/Gyn resident and he walks us through a case that he'll never forget. We spend so many years training to become a doctor. We delve into lectures, standardized patients, call, and are involved in many patient cases, but the reality is, we'll never be prepared for everything. What do you do when a case is going as planned and then, *suddenly* everything goes down hill. And you have to act fast. This is a must listen. -- Rate. Review. S...2018-11-1216 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastJust Keep Moving with Dr. Michael Simoni Dr. Michael Simoni is a fourth year OB/GYN resident with many exciting things to celebrate. But no success story comes without its adversity. . . Simoni walks us through how got to where he is now. It's easy to assume that it was a linear path but that couldn't be further from the truth. What led him to OB/GYN? What motivates him? How did he overcome what many medical students fear and ultimately become chief resident at a competitive program? Press play. 2018-11-0545 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastMINISODE: Most Memorable Case with Dr. Mannat KaurDr. Mannat Kaur is right in the trenches: INTERN YEAR! She's back to share her most memorable case. And it's a good one. Remember to SUBSCRIBE to find out the moment the next episode drops! Keep smilin' : ) -- Things to click: Follow @doctorgoals Checkout the DoctorGoals brand 2018-10-2912 min
The DOCTORGOALS PodcastDon't Listen to "No" with Dr. Mannat KaurThey tell you to “dream big” …to reach for the stars because you have the world at your fingertips. And then you grow up. Life starts to become complicated and your original plan with that smooth, predictable road takes you on several detours and dead ends... Dr. Mannat Kaur is a first year internal medicine resident who walked into college with a plan to become the next doctor. What original seemed clear became a tough, murky view that put her dream into question. But she was relentless. Despite not gettin...2018-10-2200 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastFailure Breeds SuccessI wasn't always open about this. For years, I've kept this to myself out of embarrassment. But I'm going to tell you today. You might be surprised and wonder how this could have happened. So did I. But what doesn't break you...you know the rest. -- Follow me through residency and beyond: @iamdrtrot Rep the DoctorGoals brand 2018-10-1500 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastDelayed Gratification with Dr. Aaron YeohJust look at them. The students with their pile of books. The residents speed walking in the hospital halls. The doctors with a patient list in one hand and coffee in the other. Always on the go. Always something on the to-do list. So much is required to become a doctor that it can be become daunting. And overwhelming. Stress sets in as the to-do list continues to grow. The sleep deprivation only magnifies things... You might start wondering why in the world you decided to do this when...2018-10-0800 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastReady, Set, Create! with Medical Student Pierrot RutagaramaIt’s easy to get lost in the midst of this crazy, overwhelming process. The deadlines never end; frequent studying becomes the norm; and missed holidays are expected. How can you have time for other interests when there’s always something on your to-do list? Is it possible to actually have a life outside of medicine? Yes…with a disclaimer though… Pierrot is a first year medical student who knew in college that he wanted to pursue medicine. But at the time, that was his main focus. It wasn’t until he...2018-10-0100 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastMINISODE: Most Memorable Case with Dr. Kylie GuerraDr. Kylie Guerra is an emergency medicine physician who sees it all. What's her MOST memorable case? Click. Play. Remember to subscribe to find out the moment the next episode drops! Keep smilin' : ) -- Clickies: @doctorgoals @iamdrtrot Rep a DoctorGoals tee. Oh so comfy... 2018-09-2400 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastWhen Life Gives You Lemons with Dr. Kylie GuerraYou planned it all out. You know, this thing called life... You work hard. Study often. Strategize. Perform. …and here comes into view, your finish line! We grow up being told that, “Anything is possible if you work hard.” But what happens if despite giving it your all, life throws you a curveball. Then another one. And nothing is going according to plan. What now? Dr. Kylie Guerra is an emergency medicine physician who planned it all out at the young age of ten. She was doing to be a doct...2018-09-1700 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastSound the Alarm with Dr. Dustin HarrisWe see it on TV. Traumas being rushed into the trauma bay while medical staff are moving swiftly in and out of several patient rooms. We hear the loud sirens of an ambulance driving by trying to get a patient in need quickly to the hospital. Where’s the first stop? The ED. But what is it really like to work in the emergency department as a physician? The chaos. The unpredictability. Having to know the first few steps of “everything” because you just don’t know what’s going to co...2018-09-1000 minThe DOCTORGOALS Podcast*Page* ANNOUNCEMENT!Today's the day! It's pre-order time. Original #DOCTORGOALS tee Limited edition Midnight Blue New tank tops! Click here to order.2018-09-0300 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastMINISODE: Most Memorable Case with Dr. Mike HerringWe encounter patients on a daily basis in the clinic, operating room, and in urgent settings, and there is always something that we can learn from each patient encounter. We live such busy lives that consume the majority of our days and it's easy to get sucked into the long to-do list and dragging paperwork. And shoot, there's another consult to see and you're also on call tomorrow. Life can get pretty hectic and it can be easy to forget why you're even doing this. Through the chaos, there truly is...2018-08-2700 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastEmbrace the Suck with Dr. Mike HerringWhat would you do if you got 50 rejections from medical schools? In one year. Strengthen your GPA? Well, that’s already strong. Add more extracurriculars to your application? You have several already. Improve your MCAT score? It’s already competitive. May be this is a sign that you’re just not meant to be a doctor. …Or, is it a temporary detour preparing you for your success not only in medicine, but in life. Dr. Mike Herring checked off every “must do” before applying to medical school. Combine top grades with college athletics wrapped in w...2018-08-2000 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastIn the Boxing Ring: 5 Test Taking “Jabs”Taking tests are inevitable and unfortunately, they follow us throughout our career. Even after you’re doing training and start your practice, you still have to take boards to stay certified in your specialty. How lovely *insert upside down smiley face* If you’re anything like me, you’re that go-getter who works tirelessly to succeed. Study diligently? I got this. Give up weekends to strengthen your application? No problem. Miss holidays on call? It’s a part of the job. We have the grit. We have the passion. But what if you d...2018-08-1300 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastBecoming a “Go-Getter” with Medical Student Ludonir SebastianyWe dedicate so much to this process. Hours are spent studying; money slips through our hands like quicksand; and standardized tests become are arch nemesis. We endure so many hurdles as we work tirelessly to become a doctor but what do you do if you don’t score well on a test? And how do you balance two big dreams: collegiate athletics and the pursuit to medical school? Today’s episode features Ludonir Sebastiany, a former collegiate football player and now fourth year medical student who faced those questions. How did he manage being a Di...2018-08-0600 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastMINISODE: Most Memorable Case with Dr. Alison EarlyWe encounter patients on a daily basis in the clinic, operating room, and in urgent settings, and there is always something that we can learn from each patient encounter. We live such busy lives that consume the majority of our days and it's easy to get sucked into the long to-do list and dragging paperwork. And shoot, there's another consult to see and you're also on call tomorrow. Life can get pretty hectic and it can be easy to forget why you're even doing this. Through the chaos, there truly is...2018-07-3000 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastMore Than a Doctor with New Mom Dr. Alison EarlyThe training to becoming a doctor is quite the juggling act. Time feels like a rare commodity despite having a never-ending to-do list. And shoot! Exams are coming up, and you're on call this weekend. It feels like all we do is study and work with no time left over for anything else. We wake up early to study or head to the hospital and after a full day’s work, you still have studying to do when you get home. Then you press *REPEAT*. The time you used to have to be wi...2018-07-2300 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastDelay is Not Denial with Dr. Lauren PowellNo matter how much we prepare and work hard towards our goal, failure is inevitable. Just when we get into a stride, life throws us a curveball. Adversity. That annoying frequent visitor that likes to tap on our shoulder during the most inopportune times. But what may seem like the end is actually just a detour… Life is all how you see it. Don't believe me? Tune into today's episode where I interview Dr. Lauren Powell, a practicing family medicine physician who shares her unpredictable story through medicine. After not reaching he...2018-07-1600 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastThe Personal Statement Starting Line - Blow the Whistle!The personal statement is a sore spot for many causing frustration, annoyance, and just plain avoidance. Unfortunately, it's a required component of many applications. Ugh! I’ve endured this “fun” task at many phases of my training from college to applying to residency, and I totally get it - it’s tough! Despite your growing to-do list, you’re tasked with writing a jaw-dropping statement that the admissions committee "hasn't heard before" as if you don’t have enough pressure already… Throw in the towel? Hang on there! Don’t let frustration hold you back. Rather...2018-07-0900 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastWhen Life Isn't Linear with Dr. Jonathan KungOn paper, the steps to becoming a doctor are clear. Complete the pre-med requirements, succeed through medical school, and endure the arduous training of residency followed by the, “Mama, I made it” celebratory dance after 10+ years of training. The reality is, no matter how much you strategically plan, the path to becoming a doctor takes you down an unpredictable journey full of twists and turns. I’m starting off the podcast with a bang interviewing Dr. Jonathan Kung who recently finished his fellowship in Gastroenterology. Check out his inspiring and non-linear journey to and through medicine.2018-07-0200 minThe DOCTORGOALS PodcastTrailer: Why?So much goes into the journey to becoming a doctor and it's not just the grades, numerous tests, and countless hours at the hospital. Who is that person behind the books and why are they willing to sacrifice so much for a challenging career? This and much more on The DoctorGoals Podcast. Be sure to subscribe! Coming soon summer 2018.2018-05-2400 min