My Future in Medicine

Caitlin discusses her career in the ICU for several years and how she ended up shifting gears to focus on mental health. She is now focused on ketamine administration for depression and other mental health concerns. 

Erica started off as a Nurse in the ER, then a Family Nurse Practitioner in psychiatry and eventually went back to school to specialize in psychiatry. She shares how she chose that route and her thoughts on the profession in general. 

Serena tells us about her experience with 15 years of addiction and how she's turned her life around to help others that are dealing with the same thing. She is in training to become a CRSS. 

In this solo episode, I share the most important things to do and consider when thinking about your future medical career. 

Dennis has more than a decade of experience as a counselor, providing therapy to a variety of people. He spent many years helping teenage boys deal with drug addiction and now works providing talk therapy to adults with mental health issues. 

Dr. Haake has over a decade of experience as an emergency medicine physician and also works as an EMS director. He shares what he enjoys about it and things you could do to know for yourself if it would be a good fit. He's an amazing spokesperson for the specialty!

Dr. Krueger has about 20 years of experience in dentistry and has incredible advice for students looking into Dentistry. He also discussed how to make your private practice successful whether you're in dentistry or anything else!

A First Assist is an extra partner for the surgeon who is qualified to assist in surgery. Gabby spends her whole job in the operating room and loves it. This is a great option for those who love the OR and want to be involved in surgery, but don't necessarily want to go to school forever!

Dacon worked in 4 different areas of the hopsital during his first year as a PA which is extremely rare. He also had the benefit of working in a rural area at a critical access hospital, which presented him with all sorts of unique difficulties and learning opportunities. There were several benefits to working in a rural area that I hadsn't considered before as well!

Clay was first on the Show in Episode 3 as a brand new grad in surgery, and now he's back to tell us what he's learned. We focus on what the job like on a day to day basis and also what kind of things to consider when looking and interviewing for jobs!

Dr. Warner has about a decade of experience as an acupuncturist. She actually got her first exposure to it while she was in school to become a chiropractor. She fell in love with it and almost exclusively does acupuncture now even though she's still a licensed chiropactor. Find her at Drlaurenwarner.com. 

This is a solo episode on all the considerations that I've noticed people make when trying to figure out what medical career they're going to pursue. This should help you narrow things down if you have an idea of what you want your life to look like. 

Karen has 15 years of experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery and loves her career. Although her newfound passion is helping people achieve a more fulfilling life with better work/life balance. Find her on scalpelandheart.com or on instagram @kcalcano. 

James owns his own business called DMV Sports Massage and also treats athletes at the University of Maryland. Massage therapy is unique for a vareity of reasons and could be a great career choice!

Abe has experience in both family practice and urgent care. We discuss the pros and cons of both specialties. We also talk about ways to make the most of your time as a student and in clinicals. 

Since physician assistants work in most specialties, the question often gets asked, how do you go about specializiing? Let me correct some misconceptions and clarify some options including residencies and certificates of added qualification. 

Dr Hitchings educates us all about what Internal medicine is and how it can allow a  decent amount of versatility for your career. He also shares great tips and ideas for how students can make their medical educations the most successful they can.  

Dr. Chan has been working as an ophthalmologist for about 10 years. She explains why she chose this route and why someone else may enjoy the profession. She's also outspoken about working part time and how your job doesn't have to define you. 

Brian is a surgical PA with 15 years of exprience. He's considered a Multi-Specialty surgical PA which means that he assists multiple types of surgeons with their cases. He also runs a popular medical podcast called "Physician Assistant Exam Review." He focuses on what the daily life is like as well as tips to help you get that first job right out of school. 

Dr Lex talks about why she chose dermatology. She gives a breakdown of the parts of her different rotations that she enjoyed and didn't enjoy. She also discusses her interest in burnout and her goal of helping students and medical providers prevent it. 

Health and fitness are common interests with a lot of people. Kaleigh educates us on how she has made this interest into a career and tells us why she decided to work for herself as opposed to a company or hospital. She also talks about how she uses social media to market herself and obtain more clients. 

Steph has been working as a physical therapist in New York City for the past couple years. She works in the hospital setting helping people get strong enough to be discharged. She discusses the benefits and the difficulties of the profession as well as the versatility that it provides. 

Matt has just began practicing as a Neuroradiologist and we discuss why radiology may or may not be for you. He also breaks down some of the other subspecialties in radiology. He feels like it's a great profession for those that love analytics, puzzles, and figuring things out. However he puts out a warning that sometimes it may feel lonely. Check out what more he has to say.

Dr. Brent and I discuss all things psychiatry. Psychiatry has a promising future as mental health continues to be increasingly recognized as a critical part of health. Brent tells us why psychiatry is one of the most rewarding specialties out there, and how it can give you insights into yourself and your own relationships. Come listen to two psychiatric providers share our experiences in psychiatry whether they be good, bad, or ugly. 

Today we're talking about the pelvis with Aleece Fosnight, the owner of the Fosnight Center for Sexual Health. Urology is in high demand and is full of various procedures. Come listen to why you should consider a career in urology, and learn about sex in the process.

Amanda tells us all about what Naturopathic Medical School is all about, and the differences between it and traditional medical school. This one is great for those out there who want to get into medicine but prefer a more holistic approach of diet, massage, acupuncture, spinal manipulation etc. 

Eddie talks all about his atypical journey to medicine, which included the death of his father, playing college/professional soccer, getting stabbed, and more. He is now focused on his career as an ICU PA as well as a street medicine PA in Los Angeles, which are providers that go out and treat the homeless. He also runs a business called Brain Box which helps students improve themselves and their studying abilities. Listen to this one for a truly inspiring conversation.

Dr. Darko is a trauma surgeon and host of the podcast "Docs outside the box". He explains why he finds surgery so rewarding as well as why your profession shouldn't define who you are. For those of you worried about being to live a life outside medicine if you become a doctor, listen close to what Dr. Darko has to say!

Dr. Reilly Is an Emergency Medicine resident and co-host of the podcast "RESLIFE". He talks about the mindset it takes to get into medical school, his experience in medical school in the Caribbean, and why he chose emergency medicine. 

A Physician Assistant Program Director reveals exactly what he looks for in an application and what helps you get to that interview. He also talks about the ins and outs of what he looks for in the interview itself. So if you're planning on applying to PA school, this one is a MUST!

Steve tells us about his time as a paramedic and his transition to nursing. He also tells us about the last several months being a COVID travel nurse in NYC and Texas. It's a real look at the front lines and what nurses are doing.

In this episode Dr. Ahuja and I get into her book, "Stress in Medicine." This is a great topic for those getting into medicine, it focuses on helping people deal with the unique stressors that medical providers have. The book is now available on Amazon.

Dr. Tripathi explains how he ended up in Facial Plastics and why it's the perfect profession for him. He boasts a great work environment, a patient population that wants to be seeing him, rewarding results, great pay, and a great schedule. 

Rob tells us about life as a CRNA and how to get there. This is one of the most lucrative medical professions for the time investment, but first you have to know if it's for you, because it's not all fun and games.

Dr. Varma is a Family Medicine Physician in Atlanta, Georgia. She provides primary care for those with HIV and AIDS. She's a great example of striving to find a job that's truly fulfilling. She also talks about all of the job options for family medicine trained doctors.

College volleyball player turned Physical Therapist, Molly tells us what the last 9 years as a PT has been like. She also educates us on additional sports and orthopedic certifications you could get to broaden your opportunities!

Dr. Kumar is an accomplished Trauma Surgeon and she explains what it took to get there. She now works in a trauma center and trains residents for their surgical careers. 

Kaiti fills us in on the military life as a medical provider as she has 4 years in the US Navy as a Physician Assistant. She explains how the military helps pay for education and what is expected of a practitioner who enlists.

Tyler is a paramedic/firefighter, crossfit gym owner, rock climbing gym owner, personal health coach, and podcaster. He's a huge believer in preventative medicine and how physical health helps mental health. This is a great one for those who want to be involved in helping people get healthy without having to have years of formal college education. 

Here are my financial tips for any type of medical school (doc, PA, NP, etc.) I discuss scholarship options, loan repayment options, and general tips before and during school to limit your debt. Your future self will thank you!

Dr Em shares her journey to Chiropractic and explains why she's so happy in her job. She works in multiple gyms in Toronto, Canada. She's been working for two years now and has already been named top female chiropractor of Toronto and has been offered a job to work with an Olympic team. Come find out if the Chiropractic career is right for you. 

Dr. Ryan Maynes gives us a good look at why Physical Therapy is rated as one of the most satisfying careers out there. He explains all of the great reasons one would want to enter the field, but also mentions some things you should definitely know before making the plunge. Flexibility, work-life balance, low stress environment, and possibility of private practice should make PT a serious career  consideration.

Daniela has a great story of hard work and preparation. She came to the US from Colombia at 11 years old, learned English, got great grades, and got into PA school. She had a desire to treat the underserved, and because of that, found the scholarship that helped her get through PA school debt free. Find her on Instagram at fitpa_balance.

Talia is a Certified Nurse Midwife with her own business, helping women deliver babies in their homes. She started as a massage therapist, then went to nursing school, worked on the Labor and Delivery floor, became certified as a lactation specialist, and then went to Nurse practitioner school to become a Midwife. She really clears up misconceptions about her profession and explains the differences between the types of midwives and other similar medical careers.

Sam Kelly is a Respiratory therapist who will be starting PA school in a couple months. She has become extremely knowledgeable on the PA school application process and now offers help to students trying to get into school. Find her on Instagram at my.path.to.pa.

Meredith is the first NP on the show. She educates us on some of the paths that you can take to being an NP. We learn about some of the advantages and disadvantages of NP school compared to PA school and med school. This really highlights why nursing should be a huge consideration for your future.

Dr Kevin Goodwin and I discuss how to make yourself a solid medical school candidate. Even though his father was an Interventional Cardiologist, he wasn't pushed into Medicine. He took full advantage out of every opportunity that presented itself and decided that medical school was what he wanted to pursue, even after obtaining an MBA. This is a great one for anyone seriously considering medical school. 

Wes talks about dentistry and orthodontics and that the desire to help people be proud of their smiles is really what led him to go on his orthodontic residency. Dentists and Orthodontists are ranked #1 and #3 respectively for best healthcare jobs. Great salaries and flexible schedules are what attracts most to the profession.

Ryan is a clinical psychology student entering his last year of his PhD. We discuss psychology vs psychiatry and we he prefers the non-medicinal route.

DJ tells us all about how his background as an XRAY tech and his love for procedures lead him to Interventional Radiology. DJ was accepted to both medical school and PA school, join us to see how he made his decision and what his life is like now. 

Ashtynn is a PA I know well who started working the ER right out of school. We discuss the ins and outs of applying, interviewing, and getting through PA school.