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Ever found yourself at a crossroads, wondering if there's more to your career than meets the eye? Join us this week with our guest, Dr. Leif Lovig, a pediatric cardiologist, as he unveils his journey through career dissatisfaction toward clarity and fulfillment. Dr. Lovig's story reveals the challenges, victories, and transformative insights encountered along the way, showcasing how physicians can redefine success and find professional fulfillment beyond the conventional path.

You can find the show notes for this episode and more information by clicking here:

www.doctorscrossing.com/episode173

In this episode we’re talking about:

• Recognizing how personality traits influence career decision-making.

• Embracing uncertainty with resilience and introspection

• How to redefine success and find fulfillment beyond traditional norms

• Importance of negotiating workload, schedule, and compensation

• The role of coaching and mentorship in career transitions

• Leveraging relationships within the medical community for opportunities

• Finding courage to move forward despite uncertainties in career trajectories

Links for this episode:

Private 1:1 Consultations - If you would like some confidential help with your career situation, Dr. Heather Fork offers one-hour Zoom consultations. This one-hour coaching session may be all that you need to gain clarity and have some concrete steps for moving forward. Dr. Fork also has a 5-month coaching program for those physicians wanting additional assistance (subject to availability). For more information please reach out to Kati at team@doctorscrossing.com.

Are you wondering how you can make a global impact while still leveraging your clinical skills? Join us in this fascinating conversation with Dr. Nick Agathis as he shares insights into his role at the CDC as a medical officer specializing in pediatric TB, HIV, and advanced HIV disease. Dr. Agathis highlights the diverse opportunities available at the CDC for physicians, ranging from data analysis and epidemiology to consulting and service delivery. He shares his own journey from clinical medicine to public health, emphasizing the rewarding impact and fulfillment he finds in his current role.

You can find the show notes for this episode and more information by clicking here:

www.doctorscrossing.com/episode172

In this episode we’re talking about:

• Dr. Nick Agathis’ journey from clinical medicine to public health, emphasizing the rewarding impact and fulfillment he finds in his current role.

• Exploring the impactful work Dr. Agathis does for pediatric TB, HIV, and advanced HIV disease, including his role in reducing pediatric mortality.

• Discovering the diverse range of opportunities available at the CDC, regardless of specialty

• The skills that you can leverage to start a career at the CDC or in public health

• The structure and flexibility of working at the CDC

• What the EIS fellowship is and who is eligible

• Learning about how you can contribute to global health initiatives.

Links for this episode:

USAJOBS.gov 

LinkedIn for Physicians Course - Would you rather clean out your garage or attic than “put yourself out there” and network? No worries! My LinkedIn course is geared to make networking doable and fun. I will show you how to connect with people who can be helpful for your career, what to put in your messages, and how to apply strategically for the job you really want. You can learn more about this course and get a sneak peek inside right HERE.  

🍀March Madness Discount on LinkedIn Course For Physicians - for all of March 2024 you can receive a discount up to 25% on this course. Simply reach out to us at team@doctorscrossing.com and let us know what you would like to learn how to do on LinkedIn and my assistant Kati will give you a coupon code for the course. Discount expires March 31st, 2024.

Are you feeling stuck in your medical career, unsure of your next steps, or struggling to find satisfaction in your current role? In this episode, we welcome back Dr. Rinku Mehra, a pediatric endocrinologist with a remarkable journey of career exploration and evolution. Dr. Mehra's story serves as a beacon of hope for physicians facing similar challenges, demonstrating that you don’t have to get it right out of the gate when you’re at the crossroads. Medicine is not a one-way street and you can go back and forth and carve your own path to fulfillment. 

You can find the show notes for this episode and more information by clicking here:

www.doctorscrossing.com/episode171

In this episode we’re talking about:

• Dr. Mehra’s journey in overcoming dissatisfaction in clinical practice

• Navigating nonclinical roles from the FDA to utilization management

• Lessons learned from transitioning back to clinical care after a stint in a nonclinical role

• Dr. Mehra's gradual exploration of alternative career paths

• Pursuing further education and its impact on the entrepreneurial mindset

• How Dr. Mehra's MBA experience sparked her entrepreneurial spirit and ultimately led her to launch her own telemedicine practice

• Insights into overcoming imposter syndrome and embracing uncertainty in career transitions

• The importance of self-reflection, mentorship, and perseverance in navigating a nontraditional medical career path
  

Links for this episode:

Dr. Rinku Mehra’s Practice Website 

https://www.themehraclinic.com/

For information on Dr. Mehra’s Doc Launch Academy for those of you wanting to start your own practice, contact her at doclaunchacademy@gmail.com 

Use this QR code to join the waitlist!

Physician Transition Starter Kit - A “must have” when you’re questioning your career path. This 25-page guide answers many of your questions about career transition, nonclinical options, and how to just get started.

Episode #40: Could Chart Review Be for You? With Dr. Rinku Mehra

Can doctors successfully navigate the world of entrepreneurship while maintaining their medical careers? Is it really true that physicians are not good at business or with money? Dr. Kim,  an anesthesiologist, entrepreneur, and founder of the Passive Income MD group, shares his transformative journey and debunks five myths that all too commonly keep physicians from embracing their entrepreneurial spirit. 

Whether you're contemplating a side venture or dreaming of financial freedom through innovative pathways, this episode will help free you from limiting beliefs that run the risk of holding you back. Join us as we explore how you, too, can carve out a fulfilling career path that transcends traditional boundaries and brings your entrepreneurial vision to life.

You can find the show notes for this episode and more information by clicking here:

www.doctorscrossing.com/episode170

In this episode we’re talking about:

• The journey of Dr. Peter Kim from anesthesiology to entrepreneurship

• Debunking common myths that deter physicians from exploring entrepreneurial paths

• Strategies for physicians to gradually transition into business while maintaining their current job

• The importance of a growth mindset and resilience in the face of career challenges

• How physicians can leverage their unique skills and experiences to create value in the marketplace

• Encouragement for physicians to explore entrepreneurship as a means to achieve greater control over their careers and personal lives

• Insights into the Leverage and Growth Summit, a free event designed to inspire physicians with stories of medical professionals who've successfully ventured beyond traditional clinical roles

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Episode 38 Is There An Entrepreneur Hiding In You? With Dr. Peter Kim

Dr. Peter Kim’s Leverage & Growth Virtual Summit is back and will be starting February 26 - March 1, 2024! This annual summit is geared to help you get inspired with ideas to gain greater control over your time, income, and life in general. 

Peter is featuring inspiring ideas & success secrets from 30+ entrepreneurial docs… this online event will reveal the “insider” info you need to succeed in business.

Find out how to leverage your skills and medical degree for new opportunities - Use this link to save your FREE spot while there’s still time: https://passiveincomemd.com/LGS2024-Heather-Fork

How do you cope and adapt when your own health becomes a barrier to practicing medicine? This week I’m speaking with Dr. Courtney Barrett, an internal medicine physician, who helps us navigate this pivotal question. Dr. Barrett shares her personal journey and provides insight into managing life and a medical career with significant health challenges. Her story is not just one of resilience, but also a guiding light for physicians who find themselves not by choice on a similar path.

You can find the show notes for this episode and more information by clicking here:

www.doctorscrossing.com/episode169

In this episode we’re talking about:

• The emotional impact of chronic illness on a physician’s career and identity

• How Dr. Barrett continues to find ways to practice while dealing with multiple medical conditions 

• The complexities of balancing medical practice with personal health challenges

• Enhancing patient relationships despite health challenges

• Career shift: From hands-on care to telemedicine

• Finding strength in physician support networks

• Key resources for physicians facing health barriers

Links for this episode:

Physicians For Physicians Facebook Group - This is a private (nonsearchable) Facebook group for physicians dealing with a chronic illness and/or a disability. To inquire about joining this group, please send an email to physiciansforphysicians@gmail.com.

Private 1:1 Consultations - If you would like some confidential help with your career situation, Dr. Heather Fork offers one-hour Zoom consultations. This one-hour coaching session may be all you need to gain clarity and have some concrete steps for moving forward. Dr. Fork also has a 5-month coaching program for those physicians wanting additional assistance (subject to availability). For more information please reach out to Kati at team@doctorscrosing.com. 

Episode 77 - A Career-Ending Injury Leads To A New Direction

Do you find yourself making massive resolutions, only to quit a few weeks or days into the year? There is a surprisingly simple strategy to break out of your rut. In this follow up to episode 167, I share my Big C Little c exercise to support you further in accomplishing your goals. If you would like an easy, effective technique to build up success, you will want to tune in, then download my free commitment template. I want 2024 to be the best ever year for you - let’s make it happen! 

You can find the show notes for this episode and more information by clicking here: www.doctorscrossing.com/episode168 

In this episode we’re talking about:

• An early career practitioner whose Big C is finding career satisfaction

• An important question to ask yourself to keep forward momentum

• A ‘helper type’ surgeon who made a goal of stronger boundaries

• A physician that wishes to handle tense situations more calmly

• How implementing a ‘pause’ button can support your Big C commitment

• The power of writing for greater self awareness

• Breaking down the Big C, Little c exercise

Links for this episode:

If you enjoyed this exercise, you can grab the ‘Big C Little c’ free download! Click here to download the template that will walk you through this exercise that you can use for your own commitments.

Consultations are now available! I am excited to announce that I have worked on my schedule to allow time for more 1:1 consultations. If you would like to have a one-hour initial consult with me to discuss your career situation, I’d love to see how I can help. This can be a one-off session to help you gain clarity and have some steps to move forward, or it can be the start of our working together for a number of months in my Carpe Diem program. For details and to schedule, please reach out to my wonderful assistant, Kati at team@doctorscrossing.com. 

Are you still riding the wagon of your New Year’s goals, or did you fall off some time this month? Many of us don’t even bother with resolutions for fear of failure, and the statistics are stacked against us. In today’s solo episode, I am here to share a manageable strategy that will empower you to make - and keep - your commitments to yourself. No shame, blame, or complicated plans necessary!

You can find the show notes for this episode and more information by clicking here: www.doctorscrossing.com/episode167 

In this episode we’re talking about:

• What statistics say about our ability to commit to resolutions

• A simple, effective tactic to meet your goals this year

• An example using a meditation practice

• Having grace with yourself when you fall off the wagon

• Different scenarios, from improving health to changing careers

• Determining the 'lemonade stand' version of your goals

• Staying curious as you navigate your commitments

Links for this episode:

Check out our Free Resouces! Under the Freebie tab on our website, you can find free resource guides on a variety of topics including resumes, interviewing, LinkedIn, medical writing, pharma, chart review, time management, and telemedicine. There is also a starter kit to help you move forward when you’re feeling stuck at the crossroads. Please help yourself!

Private 1:1 Consultations - If you would like some confidential help with your career resolutions, I offer an hour-long consultation via Zoom. This session may be all that you need to gain clarity and have some steps for moving forward. If after this consultation you prefer additional support, there is the option of doing one of my coaching programs (subject to availability). For more information please reach out to Kati at team@doctorscrosing.com. 

Pharma - it’s not just for US licensed physicians with years of experience! We are picking up where we left off on Episode 160 with returning guest Dr. Annie Warsi. We will be learning what physicians do in clinical development and what type of background, skills, and personality are a good fit for this area. If you are an international medical graduate, or simply interested in transitioning into pharma, you will find great insight in Dr. Warsi’s story.

You can find the show notes for this episode and more information by clicking here: www.doctorscrossing.com/episode166 

In this episode we’re talking about: 

• What clinical drug development looks like within the pharma industry

• A typical day in this role

• Bedside skills and their relevance during drug trials

• Attention to detail and other sought after traits

• When a willingness to learn can outweigh lack of experience

• The rewarding nature of this work

• What to write in your cover letter - and what to avoid

Links for this episode:

Episode 160: Getting A Nonclinical Job In Pharma Without a US Residency

Download your free Pharma Insider's Guide. Get an overview of the different areas for physicians in pharma as well as tips to start building your platform to make a transition.

LinkedIn for Physicians Course - If you’d like to learn how to customize your LinkedIn profile to make it stand out to recruiters, this course walks you through all the steps with short, actionable videos and cheat sheets for each lesson. This course takes the guesswork out of using LinkedIn!

If you’re at the white coat crossroads, you may be afraid that if you leave medicine the door will close and you won’t be able to get back in. Returning guest, physician reentry expert Dr. Robert Steele is here to share some inspiring stories about physicians returning to practice after a gap and wise advice on how to plan ahead before you leave. Dr. Steele describes the various avenues physicians can use to return to practice depending on how long they have been gone, their specialty, and unique circumstances. 

You can find the show notes for this episode and more information by clicking here: www.doctorscrossing.com/episode165 

In this episode we’re talking about:

• The benefits of keeping your license active

• The minimum requirements to maintain your license 

• Returning to practice before - or after - the 2 year mark

• How this applies to surgical specialties

• The benefit - and flexibility - of having a mentor

• One physician’s journey from revocation, back to full practice

• How temporarily leaving medicine can become a gift upon reentry

Links for this episode:

Episode #15: Reentry – Can You Get Back in if You Leave Medicine? with Dr. Robert Steele 

Physician Transition Starter Kit - A “must have” when you’re questioning your career path. This free 25-page guide answers many of your questions about career transition, nonclinical options, and how to just get started moving forward. 

Would you like to utilize your clinical skills in a new way? Joining us today is Dr. Steven Borzak, a practicing cardiologist with a successful side gig offering Independent Medical Evaluations. He shares a wealth of insight about the role that will help you decide if it is right for you. Together we also explore how to prepare for and get started doing this work!

You can find the show notes for this episode and more information by clicking here: www.doctorscrossing.com/episode164 

In this episode we’re talking about:

• What exactly is an IME (Independent Medical Evaluation)?

• Whether or not you might need to give a deposition 

• Steps to get started in this work, regardless of your specialty

• Training and certification options

• How Expert Witness work and doing IMEs are a natural combination

• Aspects to consider if IME work is right for you

• Typical compensation

Links for this episode:

SEAK IME Training Course and Resources

Free Expert Witness Webinar.

If you are doing IME work, you may also be interested in honing your skills as an expert witness and developing this as a side gig. On Wednesday, January 17th at 7:00 PM EST, I will be hosting a free webinar with Dr. Gretchen Green, where she will be talking about being an expert witness to help you assess if it would be a good fit for you. 

Dr. Green will also be sharing some details about her Virtual Expert Witness School, which will be starting at the end of January. For more information about this free webinar and to save your seat, click here.

Episode #20: Expert Witness, IMEs, and Life Care Plans with Dr. David Oliveri

Episode #113: Expert Witness - A Well-Paying Flexible Side Gig with Dr. Gretchen Green