Impersonating Doctors

This month, the docs welcome Zenab Saeed, MS4 to the pod to talk about what it's like to come from a family of doctors, how she's dealing with pre-Match jitters, and nepotism in medicine. If you have a story you want to tell, contact us at impersonatingdoctors@gmail.com.If you want to support us, check out our patreon at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=53683451Music: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers.

This month, the docs welcome Dr. Sana Moqeet on the podcast to discuss what it means to be a religious doctor. If you have a story you want to tell, contact us at impersonatingdoctors@gmail.com.If you want to support us, check out our patreon at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=53683451Music: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers.

This month, we welcome Dr. Kerri Lockhart! Dr. Lockhart wears a number of hats including being a Board-certified Pediatrician, facilitator and coach with Lodestar Consulting and Executive Coaching where she works to teach trauma informed and trauma responsive leadership to leaders around the country!If you have a story you want to tell, contact us at impersonatingdoctors@gmail.com.If you want to support us, check out our patreon at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=53683451Music: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers.

This month, the docs welcome Dr. Rachel Booth to talk about the highs and lows of residency and how to find that constantly sought after “work life balance.”If you have a story you want to tell, contact us at impersonatingdoctors@gmail.com.If you want to support us, check out our patreon at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=53683451Music: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers.

Dogs are a man's best friend. But how can medical students and professionals alike be a dog's best friend with such long hours away from home?? This month, the docs chat with Dr. Kate Etter about pets, emotional support and her little dachshund, Maeve. If you have a story you want to tell, contact us at impersonatingdoctors@gmail.com.If you want to support us, check out our patreon at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=53683451Music: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers.

It can be hard to transition to a new hospital in a new state, but what about a new country?? This month, the docs chat with Dr. Corrinna Karpenko, a resident from Canada who completed her medical school in… Poland!If you have a story you want to tell, contact us at impersonatingdoctors@gmail.com.If you want to support us, check out our patreon at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=53683451Music: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers.

The gals have spoken to medical professionals alike, but this month they chat with Lindsay Tensmeyer, spouse of the lovely Dr. Mike Tensmeyer to hear about what it's like as a medical professional's support system. If you have a story you want to tell, contact us at impersonatingdoctors@gmail.com.If you want to support us, check out our patreon at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=53683451Music: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers.

Imagine being a new mom AND now a new doctor?! This month, the freshly graduated gals sit down with Jadyn Mangen, DO to discuss pregnancy, motherhood and next steps! If you have a story you want to tell, contact us at impersonatingdoctors@gmail.com.If you want to support us, check out our patreon at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=53683451Music: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers.

So, you didn't do as well as you wanted on Boards. What now? Are you still a competitive applicant? Are you sweating a lil while reading this? This month, the gals talk about the least fun board games: COMLEX and the USMLE and how Leann Tulisiak, OMS-IV was still successful. If you have questions or need advice or just want to vent, feel free to reach out to Leann at Ltulisiak@gmail.com. Please be advised that we discuss heavy topics surrounding failure and potential self harm. If you or a loved one is struggling with thoughts of suicide, please contact the 24 hour National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. If you have a story you want to tell, contact us at impersonatingdoctors@gmail.com.If you want to support us, check out our patreon at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=53683451Music: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers.

In 1849, Elizabeth Blackwell became the first female physician in the United States. Dr. Blackwell faced many challenges and obstacles on her journey; things that female physicians still face today. This month, the gals discuss their struggles as future female physicians with Christina Schulz, OMS-IV who recently matched into Orthopedic Surgery.If you have a story you want to tell, contact us at impersonatingdoctors@gmail.com.If you want to support us, check out our patreon at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=53683451Music: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers.

This month, the gals welcome Ajit Deshpande, MS-IV, to talk about the bread and butter of the podcast: mental health! Tune in as they discuss anxiety, depression  and their impending nervous breakdowns with the Match only a week away! If you have a story you want to tell, contact us at impersonatingdoctors@gmail.com.If you want to support us, check out our patreon at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=53683451Music: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers.

You think doing a running stitch is hard? Try navigating out of the middle of nowhere using only vibes! This month the gals welcome Second Lieutenant Lisa Sukenaga, OMS-IV as she talks about the intersection between medicine and the military. If you have a story you want to tell, contact us at impersonatingdoctors@gmail.com.If you want to support us, check out our patreon at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=53683451Music: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers.

Bianca Stockmeier had gotten accepted to medical school, but the universe had other plans. Listen in as the gals and Bianca talk about what it means to drop out of medical school and the emotions that accompany it. If you have a story you want to tell, contact us at impersonatingdoctors@gmail.com.If you want to support us, check out our patreon at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=53683451Music: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers.

Hunger pains? Maybe some quick, frozen food? But how does one stay healthy while in medical school?! This month the gals sit down with Hannah Gordon, OMS-IV to talk veggies, gardens and the best way to juice a lemon. If you have a story you want to tell, contact us at impersonatingdoctors@gmail.com.If you want to support us, check out our patreon at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=53683451Music: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers.

Chronic diseases affect nearly 133 million Americans. Some of which are medical students! Join the gals as they speak with Frank Osowik, OMS-IV about his chronic diagnosis and how he's living his best life. If you have a story you want to tell, contact us at impersonatingdoctors@gmail.com.If you want to support us, check out our patreon at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=53683451Music: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers.

Birth is a part of life, but so is death. In this episode, the gals tackle their first brushes with death in a medical setting with guest Dr. Andrew Culver, DO and speak about how to cope with the emotions that accompany it. If you have a story you want to tell, contact us at impersonatingdoctors@gmail.com.If you want to support us, check out our patreon at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=53683451Music: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers. 

Do you ever get Deja Vu? That feeling that you've seen or felt something before? That was true for Kaitlin VanHooser, OMS-IV. Because of mental health reasons, Kaitlin decided to take time and reorient herself before returning to medical school. Listen in as she tells us her story. If you have a story you want to tell, contact us at impersonatingdoctors@gmail.com.If you want to support us, check out our patreon at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=53683451Music: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers. 

Alyssa Lambredcht, newly OMS-II, had gotten accepted into medical school. And then the pandemic hit. How has she juggled first year responsibilities while staying safe during a global plague? Music: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers. 

According to Dr. Google, burnout is “a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress.” Huh. Sound familiar? This month, the gals sit down with Dr. Kate Steiner, PhD to learn how to recognize signs and how to turn a burnout into a cookout. Follow Dr. Steiner at liftwellnessconsulting.com or on Insta at drkatesteiner! Dr. Steiner is offering listeners a complimentary 30-minute Wellness Audit. You can sign up on her website or here: http://wellnessaudit.youcanbook.me/ Music: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers. 

Medical school is hard enough, but what if you were learning, reading and writing in another language? Join the gals as they chat with Nirmala Ghimirey, OMS-III as she talks about her experiences with English as a second language.Check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=53683451 Music: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers. 

This month, the gals are joined by Rachel Holloway, M-II and Alex Gillotte, M-II, two allopathic medical students from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine AND co-hosts of the podcast, UnsCripted Medicine, to talk about the differences, struggles and successes when it comes to the medical school curriculum.  Music: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comIf you have a story you want to tell, email us at impersonatingdoctors@gmail.com .Any statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers. 

Some students get to choose a gap year. Others are “forced” into one. Tune in as the gals speak with Bailey Slone White, OMS-III, about her reasons and outside pressures to take a gap year. If you or a loved one is struggling with thoughts of suicide, please contact the 24 hour National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. **Addendum: We recognize that language surrounding mental health is constantly changing. Language surrounding suicide has changed as well. The Alberta Mental Health Board recommends using “completed” or “died by suicide” rather than “committed.” For more information, please visit https://www.suicideinfo.ca/resource/suicideandlanguage/.  Music: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers.

Dating is hard. Medical school is hard. So, according to the law of summation, dating in medical school must just be impossible, right? Listen as the gals talk love, relationships and the dreaded break up with guest, Julie Cowan, OMS-III.Send us an email at impersonatingdoctors@gmail.com with any questions or stories you'd like to share on the pod! :) Music: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers. 

Medical school is tough enough, but imagine doing it with kids! Join the gals as they talk with Mike Tensmeyer, OMS-III about his experience being a parent in med school. To contact us, send an email to Impersonatingdoctors@gmail.comMusic: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers. 

Medical school is hard. And takes up all of your time like a really needy significant other without the perks. How do you continue doing what you love while still acing tests and turning in assignments? Tune in as the gals chat with their friend, Gabe Howard, OMS-III, about his favorite hobby: hunting for mushrooms.To contact us, send an email to Impersonatingdoctors@gmail.comMusic: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers. 

So you're in medical school? Are you even really meant to be here? In the first episode of their podcast, Nicole and Ana talk about how they met, their medical journey thus far and the dreaded Imposter Syndrome with medical school counselor, Dr. Rebecca Smith, Ph.D., LPCC-S, NCC.Music: What A Wonderful Day by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comAny statements or views expressed by the "Impersonating Doctors" podcasters and their guests are made as an individual personal opinions and should not be interpreted as statements or official standpoints of their respective schools, places of work or employers.