Podcasts about women physicians

Season 2 starts here. I closed my flagship program. I let the podcast go quiet for six months. I have no idea what I'm building next, and that's the point. For seven years, Wealthy Mom MD was a personal finance brand. Hundreds of alumnae, a book, two conferences. And then last fall I realized I didn't want to just talk about money anymore. So I closed Money for Women Physicians, and I went quiet on the podcast to figure out what I wanted to say. Money was the entry point, not the destination. It still matters (I still believe every woman should make a lot of money), but it's not the whole story. The whole story is how we become the best versions of ourselves. Skin. Hormones. Energy. Relationships. The body you live in. The life you've designed instead of inherited. I feel like a freshman in college, taking all the classes, figuring out what I want to major in. Dermatology conferences. Longevity conferences (I hate that word, I'll explain). Speaking on AI for my next two engagements. Navigating year two in Tampa, co-parenting, perimenopause, all of it. What's covered: Why I closed Money for Women Physicians after seven years Money as the entry point, not the destination Why I hate the word "longevity" What's coming: skin, hormones, AI, and the conversations I've been waiting to have Resources: The Weekly Edit, my weekly email, at WealthyMomMD.com Email topic and guest requests: hello@wealthymommd.com Follow along on Instagram → @wealthymommd If this episode hit, leave a review on Apple Podcasts. It's how new women find the show.

Send us Fan MailShe was paying off debt. Building nothing. And telling herself she'd start investing "when this was done."In this episode, Dr. Latifat sits down with Dr. Valerie, a psychiatrist and 6 to 7 alum who grew up in a family where money was never discussed and spent years unknowingly delaying her own wealth because of it. In just a few months inside the program, everything shifted. She opened a Vanguard account. Converted her rental to a hybrid short-term and midterm property. Paid off her car and kept it. And negotiated her way into a telepsych position that pays her $60,000 more than she was making three months ago.This one is full of real numbers, real mindset shifts, and real talk.In this episode:Growing up where money was taboo, even with a CPA sister in the family The "finish this first" trap that kept Dr. Valerie stuck for years Why paying off debt while building zero wealth is not a strategy How she went from accepting whatever salary she was offered to negotiating $60K more Switching to telepsych: earning more, working from home, and reclaiming her afternoons The foster care dream she's never shared publicly — until now Why your life should be an asset, not just your investments "I wasn't building wealth. I was just paying off debt. But I could be doing both."If you're tired of feeling like medicine is something you have to keep doing instead of something you get to choose, this workshop is for you.Join us to learn how busy women physicians are creating financial freedom, building real options, and designing lives they do not need to escape from without waiting for traditional retirement.

Send us Fan MailShe built her own practice from scratch, served her patients exactly how she wanted to and then a health emergency changed everything overnight.In this raw and deeply honest conversation, Dr. Latifat sits down with Dr. Mitra, a 25-year ophthalmologist and surgeon, four-year Wealth Village member, and first-generation wealth builder whose family immigrated from Iran. Dr. Mitra opens up about closing her practice, rebuilding her identity outside of surgery, and why community was the thing that carried her through.This one will stay with you.In this episode:The health emergency that forced her to stop, sit still, and face everything "Why me?" to "What is the lesson?" — the six-month journey to acceptance What it means to be a healer when you're the one who needs healing Growing up as a first-gen immigrant with no roadmap for investing The money lessons she's already passing down to her kids Why imperfection is not a problem, it's actually a strategy What four years inside the Wealth Village actually looks like from the inside "I'm always going to be a healer. At this time, I am the one who is healing."Ready to be in a room where no one judges your wins, your losses, or your season? The Wealth Village is our 12-month community for women physicians building wealth in every area of life. Link below to apply.If you're tired of feeling like medicine is something you have to keep doing instead of something you get to choose, this workshop is for you.Join us to learn how busy women physicians are creating financial freedom, building real options, and designing lives they do not need to escape from without waiting for traditional retirement.

Send us Fan MailDr. Shilpi is an ophthalmologist, solo practice owner of 11 years, real estate investor, author, mom of four, and Wealth Village member. She has hit her financial independence number, endowed a scholarship at her medical school alma mater, built passive income streams that fund her children's Roth IRAs, and designed a practice schedule that works for her family, not the other way around.She came on the MoneyFitMD show and left nothing on the table.In this episode:How she built a solo practice from scratch in 2015 with no fear and one beliefGoing from 8am to 5pm to 9am to 4pm without losing income and the specific system that made it possibleHow she committed $50,000 to an endowed scholarship while still carrying six figures of student debt and funded it over seven years while building everything elseThe strategy she used for real estate, buy one property, learn from it, fix the mistakes, buy the next oneWhy she joined Wealth Village, what kept her there, and what she thinks about physicians having coachesThe most important financial decision she believes anyone makes and it is not about money"I was doing it to heal myself. That was the only reason. I didn't realize the impact it would have."You're making six or even seven figures and still asking, “Where did all my money go?”  The Money Left Over program gives women physicians the tools to uncover 4–5 figures in extra monthly cash and finally let your money start working for you.

Send us Fan MailDr. Amina is a family medicine physician, wife, mom of two, and 6-to-7 member who left a full-time employed position with no plan, no financial system, and a student loan burden she had been avoiding for years. She is now building a direct primary care practice called A Place for Moms and she came on the MoneyFitMD show to tell the whole truth about what it took to get here.This episode is for anyone who has been sitting on the fence. Dr. Amina was there too. She tells you exactly what it looked like, what changed, and why she wishes she had started sooner.In this episode:Growing up middle class with spending parents and a student loan burden that drove every career decision she madeLeaving full-time practice after a year and a half with no financial planHow she found MoneyFitMD through a winding chain of physician communities, a med school friend, a church in Atlanta, and a podcast and what made her finally take the leapWhat four months inside 6-to-7 actually looked like — sitting down with a student loan planner she had been avoiding for years, building a complete business plan with startup costs for her DPC, and going from financial avoidance to financial confidenceHer advice to anyone still waiting: the world will move without you. Time will pass. The kids will grow. The more you delay the start, the more you delay the result. Just take a small step."Life is going to move regardless. Start somewhere. The change has to start with you."You're making six or even seven figures and still asking, “Where did all my money go?”  The Money Left Over program gives women physicians the tools to uncover 4–5 figures in extra monthly cash and finally let your money start working for you.

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when a high-achieving physician has been in all the right rooms, heard all the right information and still cannot make the changes?In this episode, Dr. Latifat sits down with Dr. Josya, family medicine physician, first-generation Haitian American, and dating coach for professional women. Dr. Josya is also a 6-to-7 member, and she came on the show to tell the whole truth about money — where it started, what it cost her, and what finally changed.This one is personal, honest, and exactly what someone sitting on the fence about their finances needs to hear.In this episode:The money story she carried from childhood into her careerThe loan that ran her decisions for yearsWhat two wins in 6-to-7 actually looked likeHow money coaching changed her marriageWhy she became a dating coach for professional women"Every decision was tied to that loan. Not from my dream life — from fear."https://moneyfitmd.com/6to7 Register now!You're making six or even seven figures and still asking, “Where did all my money go?”  The Money Left Over program gives women physicians the tools to uncover 4–5 figures in extra monthly cash and finally let your money start working for you.

Send us Fan MailWelcome to Activation — A Bonus Mini Series With Dr. LatifatIf you have ever felt like there is a room where the real financial conversations are happening and you are standing outside of it, circling, looking for someone to let you in safely, this series is for you.Activation is a 5 to 6 episode bonus mini series from Dr. Latifat, and it is built around one idea: taking you from where you are to where you want to be. Not with more information. With remembrance — of why you started, who you are becoming, and what is actually possible for someone like you.In this introduction, Dr. Latifat shares the feeling she knows intimately being the physician on the outside, afraid to be seen because being seen meant people would discover how far behind she was. She talks about how that fear delayed a journey that could have started years earlier, and how it plays out over and over again with the women physicians she serves.Whether you are new to building wealth, starting a business, exploring locums, going into real estate, or simply trying to have your first honest conversation about money — this series meets you exactly where you are.You do not need a permission slip. But if you have been waiting for one, consider this it.Connect With MoneyFitMD:Learn more about 6-to-7: moneyfitmd.com/6to7Instagram: @moneyfitmdDone With Broke by Dr. Latifat — available wherever books are soldYou're making six or even seven figures and still asking, “Where did all my money go?”  The Money Left Over program gives women physicians the tools to uncover 4–5 figures in extra monthly cash and finally let your money start working for you.

Send us Fan MailYou are earning multiple six figures. You are successful by every external measure. And yet something about your money still feels off — disorganized, unclear, a little leaky. Not crisis-level. Just that constant background hum of I should have figured this out by now.If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you.In this Activation Series episode, Dr. Latifat speaks directly to the woman physician who is earning well but not yet feeling it — who wants her money to have a job, her investments to be set, her debt handled, and her decisions to feel intentional rather than reactive or fear-based.She names what most women physicians won't say out loud: that they are often carrying everyone else — extended family, aging parents, kids' futures — while quietly unsure about their own next financial step. And she names the real cost of that hesitation. Not just in dollars. In burnout, in stress, in time that does not come back.The message is clear: you do not need more information. You do not need to try harder. What you need is a structured system built for your life — your culture, your pressure, your first-generation reality, your specific situation — that you can execute simply, consistently, and with confidence.That is what 6-to-7 was built to do. https://moneyfitmd.com/6to7You're making six or even seven figures and still asking, “Where did all my money go?”  The Money Left Over program gives women physicians the tools to uncover 4–5 figures in extra monthly cash and finally let your money start working for you.

Send us Fan MailYou have been trying. You have been looking at the statement. You have been making payments. And the needle is not moving.This episode is about why.In this Gap Series episode, Dr. Latifat names the number one reason women physicians stay financially stuck and it is not the debt, the income, the busy schedule, or the lack of time. It is the belief. The operating system underneath everything else that quietly runs every financial decision you make and every decision you avoid.She walks through what that actually looks like in real life. The $50 thing little Johnny asked for that turned into a full household meltdown — not because of Johnny, but because of the background financial stress that had nowhere to go. The charts you are behind on. The spouse you are snapping at. The mom guilt that follows you to bed. None of it caused by the $50. All of it caused by a money story that has never been examined.Dr. Latifat shares the story of a single mom physician — leading a department, eating out constantly, stressed about retirement, fighting at home — whose entire household dynamic shifted when she addressed the belief gap around her money. Not because her income changed. Because her thinking did.The question this episode leaves you with: when do you want your relationships to change? Because until the belief changes, nothing else will.Learn more about 6 to 7: https://moneyfitmd.com/6to7You're making six or even seven figures and still asking, “Where did all my money go?”  The Money Left Over program gives women physicians the tools to uncover 4–5 figures in extra monthly cash and finally let your money start working for you.

Dr. Noemi Adame, also known as the Veggies Over Pills doctor, is a board-certified pediatrician, plant-based home cook, writer, and physician wellness advocate. She is the owner of Culver Pediatrics Center, an award-winning direct primary care clinic focused on healing children with complex medical conditions including PANDAS/PANS. Dr. Adame has additional training in lifestyle medicine and integrative care of neurodivergent children, writes a regular wellness column in The Culver Citizen, and is the author of Brain Boosters, a guide for supporting neurodiverse children through nourishment and holistic interventions. Beyond the exam room, Dr. Adame speaks out about gender biases in medicine and hosts wellness retreats for women physicians to build and maintain joyful, sustainable, burn-out proof practices.Some of the topics we discussed were:Avoiding never feeling truly “off work” in DPCDistinguishing between true and false urgenciesProviding patients with expected response times for different message purposesSetting rules vs. boundariesDelegate, Automate, Renovate, EliminateDr. Adame's women physician retreat: Sep 24-27Spend a weekend with some lovely physician ladies, get CME for it, do yoga, get massages, eat wonderful food Boundaries are not barriers - boundaries are bridgesInterested in learning more about my telehealth direct specialty care practice? At my new practice, I help patients optimize weight and metabolic health, harmonize hormones in peri/menopause, and enhance wellness and vitality. Accepting new patients now: email hello@amazvitamd.comLearn more about me/schedule a FREE coaching call Join the Voices of Women Physicians FB GroupConnect with Dr. Adame:WebsiteFBIGLISOMEDocsPhysician Women's Retreat: DPC Cafe NewsletterPatients treated by female hospitalists lower mortality, readmission ratesFemale surgeons lower post op adverse eventsFemale surgeons lower post-cholecystectomy complicationsWomen tending to outlive men doesn't extend to female doctors, especially WOCArticles SOMEDocsPatients and staff may make more demands of female doctorsEp 186: The Cost of Being a Woman Physician. Apple, SpotifyEp 188: Focusing on Solutions to the Systemic Issues of Being a Female DoctorPart 2: Apple, Spotify

Send us Fan MailAvoiding your finances isn't protecting you. It's costing you.Whether you're just starting out or you've done the basics and feel a pull toward the next level if you're looking away from your money, this episode will show you exactly what it's stealing from you. Dr. Latifat breaks down 5 reasons why avoiding your finances is hurting you more than you know.In this episode:Reason #1: You might be suffering in the middle of plenty and not even know it Reason #2: The money leaks quietly delaying your freedomReason #3: You're showing up as a plastic knife when you're actually a sword Reason #4: How avoiding money is killing your negotiation powerReason #5: The impact you're leaving on the table every single day you look away"Unless you prune, growth will not happen."

This episode is a powerful conversation about what changes when you stop trying to do everything alone. I'm joined by Dr. Karen Leitner for an honest, layered discussion about community, self-advocacy, and the invisible ways so many high-achieving women hold themselves back without even realizing it. We talk about the thoughts that keep women playing small, why asking for more can feel so uncomfortable, and how one simple conversation can create the kind of spark that changes everything. If you've ever felt yourself overthinking, waiting for permission, or staying quiet when you know you want more, this episode will give you plenty to sit with. About Dr. Karen Leitner Dr. Karen Leitner is the founder of Karen Leitner MD Coaching. Since 2021, she has coached full time and worked with over 500 women physicians. Her work focuses on strategies that enhance well-being, reduce burnout, support leadership and career development, improve negotiation skills, and foster self-exploration and growth. She received her undergraduate degree from Brown University and her medical degree from the University of Rochester before completing a combined residency in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. She later held a community primary care role and a faculty appointment at Harvard Medical School before transitioning into digital medical patient advocacy until 2021. Karen is also an international speaker, and an Ambassador for the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes Foundation, dedicated to safeguarding the well-being of healthcare professionals. She is the proud mom of 3 school age daughters and lives in Newton with her husband and mini golden doodle Oscar.   Resources: Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.burnstressloseweight.com/211 Get The Body Reset Mini Course: https://burnstressloseweight.com/bodyreset Take the Stress Quiz: https://burnstressloseweight.com/stress     Follow Karen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenleitnermd/  Karen's Program How to Feel Better for Women Physicians: https://go.karenleitnermd.com/how-to-feel-better-page

Dr. Sunny Smith is a family physician, entrepreneur, and founder of Empowering Women Physicians (EWP), one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., as recognized by the Inc. 5000. A former Clinical Professor at UC San Diego School of Medicine, Dr. Smith has been honored for her excellence in teaching, humanism in medicine, and community leadership. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians and a dedicated advocate for physician wellness, as featured in Entrepreneur Magazine, Forbes, JAMA, and documentaries such as Struggling in Silence and Do No Harm. With her background in underserved medicine, patient advocacy, and medical education, Dr. Smith now empowers women physicians to enjoy the lives that they worked so hard to create through her innovative coaching programs.Some of the topics we discussed were:The differences between coaching and therapyBenefits of combining coaching, therapy, and psychiatryWhy Dr. Smith thinks every physician should have a coachHow coaching teaches that the client is whole, not broken, not looking for a diagnosis or treatment planHow the construct of coaching differs from the medicalized construct of therapy and psychiatryCoaching looks at where you are, where you want to be, and helps you get thereHow therapy and psychiatry tend to look back a little more on your pastHow coaching focuses less on where certain beliefs come fromReal-life examples of the difference coaching makes and what exactly coaching can changeHow coaching can be especially helpful for reaching big goalsHow coaching looks for where you have control in your life and focuses on thatHow coaching reminds you of what you've already managed to accomplish when facing a new goalDr. Smith's guide to coaching for women physicians so they understand what coaching isHow coaching is amongst the most effective tools for physician wellness and burnoutAnd more!Interested in learning more about my telehealth direct specialty care practice? At my new practice, I help patients optimize weight and metabolic health, harmonize hormones in peri/menopause, and enhance wellness and vitality. Accepting new patients now: email amazvitamd@gmail.comLearn more about me or schedule a FREE coaching call:https://www.joyfulsuccessliving.com/ Join the Voices of Women Physicians Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/190596326343825/ Connect with Dr. Smith: Website: https://empoweringwomenphysicians.com/Podcast: https://empoweringwomenphysicians.com/podcast/ Ultimate Guide to Coaching for Women Physicians: https://empoweringwomenphysicians.com/guide/ Ep 184: Why Coaching Is Evidence Based and How It Can Help You with Dr. Sunny Smith Part 1Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/voices-of-women-physicians/id1630624425?i=1000754439302Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3XpFZfz13bI5CBuNsgOLUH?si=zQqEhR2HQiyMbGoUciX1YQ 

Send a textMany women physicians assume that once they earn more money, wealth will automatically follow. This episode challenges that belief.You'll be introduced to the Arms of Wealth framework, a practical way to build money, time, rest, relationships, and generational impact without burning out or waiting decades to enjoy life.This episode is for the woman physician who has done everything “right” but still feels like something is missing.In this episode, we cover:Why money and wealth are not the same thingA simple definition of wealth that reduces anxiety and restores clarityThe most common misconception keeping high earners stuckWhy paying off debt alone does not create freedomHow rest can be a strategic wealth moveThe difference between debt-free and debt freedomWhy wealth must support your real life, not drain itHow women physicians can build calm, optionality, and choice now, not somedayYou're making six or even seven figures—and still asking, “Where did all my money go?” The problem isn't your income—it's that you haven't learned how to have money left.The Money Left Over program gives women physicians the tools to uncover 4–5 figures in extra monthly cash and finally let your money start working for you.

We have been taught to wait as a measure of professionalism. We delay rest, joy, and alignment because medicine taught us that patience equals commitment. Many of us are still waiting long after training ends, hoping the system will change. This waiting can feel loyal, responsible, even virtuous. Over time, it quietly costs us our presence, our health, and our lives. PEARLS OF WISDOM • Waiting is not neutral. It often preserves systems that rely on our overfunctioning and silence. • Many of us are not waiting because it is right, but because we were trained to believe it is required. • The system is not always broken; sometimes it is functioning exactly as designed. • Agency begins when we stop waiting for permission and choose alignment, even in small ways. • Fear often shows up when we stop waiting, and fear does not mean we are wrong. Reflection Questions: Where in our lives have we normalized waiting that no longer feels aligned? What are we postponing because we believe now is not the right time? What might become possible if we stopped waiting for permission? Who benefits from our waiting, and who bears the cost? CLOSING INVITATION This conversation is not about leaving medicine. It is about staying in medicine without disappearing ourselves in the process. Many of us were trained to endure quietly and trust that relief would come later. What we are exploring instead is the possibility of choosing ourselves now, even gently and imperfectly. Coaching and retreat spaces are one way we practice this shift together.  Not to fix ourselves, but to remember that our lives matter now, not someday. We are allowed to live full lives alongside meaningful work. If coaching, a retreat, or an intentional pause feels supportive, notice what comes up when you consider not waiting. Often, the only thing standing between us and alignment is the permission we can give ourselves. Find out about 1:1 coaching with Dr. Jessie Mahoney: Learn about Jessie's small group coaching programs: www.jessiemahoneymd.com/group-coaching Join Jessie at Nicaiso Creek Farm CME Wellness Retreats for Women Physicians  or   Jessie & Ni-Cheng at the COED Connect in Nature Mindfulness Retreat at Green Gulch Farm and Zen Center. www.jessiemahoneymd.com/retreats *Nothing shared in the Healing Medicine Podcast is medical advice. Other useful links to explore: • National Academy of Medicine – Clinician Well-Being https://nam.edu/initiatives/clinician-resilience-and-well-being/ • University of Arizona Integrative Medicine https://integrativemedicine.arizona.edu  

A special release in honor of National Women Physicians Day 2026. Today's conversation is an invitation to notice overfunctioning with compassion. Overfunctioning may have helped you succeed in medicine but it often costs you intimacy, energy, and connection.   Overfunctioning and underfunctioning, as well as the resentment that follows, are a familiar relational dynamic. Overfunctioning is not a personality flaw; It's a role we step into. It is shaped by our training, context, and culture.   When we pause, rest, and allow space, we usually find that the world doesn't fall apart. Others step forward in their own time and way. Even when it feels unfamiliar, this shift can offer clarity, growth, and alignment with how we truly want to live and lead.     Pearls of Wisdom • Overfunctioning is a relational role developed in response to internal and external expectations. • When one person consistently does more, others often do less. Over time, the systems adapted this way. • Resentment is information. It often signals over-capacity. • Doing less can be an act of love that allows systems and relationships to reorganize. • When we stop stabilizing what's falling around us and tend to our own nervous systems first, is when change begins.     Reflection Questions Where in your life are you doing more than your share simply because you are capable? What feels most uncomfortable about stepping back? What might happen if you rest or stop managing? What would love do this week in your relationships or at work? Join me for coaching or a retreat to explore how to change the overfunctioning habit.  www.jessiemahoneymd.com In Mindful Love Small Group Coaching we specifically look at overfunctioining in the context of our intimate relationships. In Leading from the Heart and Transition Well Small Group Coaching  we work on it in the context of career and life pivots and leadership.  At retreats and advanced coaching, we work on moving beyond it in every realm of your life. If you are interested in having me speak to your group on overfunctioning or any of the topics discussed in this podcast, find out more here www.jessiemahoneymd.com/speaking or email me at jessie@jessiemahoneymd.com. Dr. Ni-Cheng Liang is also available to speak to your group. www.awakenbreath.com.   Other Healing Medicine Podcast episodes specifically relevant to Women Physicians you may want to explore: These episodes explore the inner experience of women physicians—without pathologizing it. 293. When Feedback Feels Threatening: Nervous System Wisdom for Women Physicians 292. When Physicians Stop Believing in Themselves: Burnout, Skepticism, and the Hidden Cost  290. The Overs, the Toxics, and Why Awareness Alone Isn't Enough  269. You Were Never Meant to Carry It All: Healing the Eldest Daughter Effect 259. What Are You Proud Of? A Conversation About Worth, Identity, and Redefining Success  154. Move Beyond Imposter Syndrome These episodes highlight connection, culture shift, and the idea that "you don't have to carry this alone." 275. The Power of an Introduction: How Women in Medicine Can Change Lives and Culture Through Connection  281. Be Radiantly You: The Antidote to Exhaustion and Judgment  263. It's Okay to Have Fun: The Evolution of a Happy Doctor (with Dr. Beni Seballos) 262. Standing Tall in Surgery: Finding Fulfillment Outside the Mold (with Dr. Jenny Kang)  261. From ER Burnout to Soulful Living: Enia Oaks on Poetry, Pause, and Healing  These episodes give practical frameworks for agency, boundaries, and sustainability. 289. How to Take Intentional Action So You Don't Burn Out  280. From Powerless to Purposeful: Reclaiming Choice and Agency in Medicine  279. Victimhood in Healthcare: Naming the Problem with Empathy and Truth  282. The Art of Not Fixing People  278. Finding Peace by Letting Go of Fixing, Managing, and Controlling  285. Mindfulness + Money: Rewriting Financial Stories for Physicians 239. Breaking the Over Helping Habit: Valuing Your Expertise as a Woman Physician *The Healing Medicine Podcast was formerly known as the Mindful Healers Podcast Nothing shared in the Healing Medicine Podcast is medical advice.

Send us a textMost women physicians don't need another goal-setting checklist.They need clarity, direction, and space to think.In this episode, Dr. Latifat shares why how you start the year matters more than how you end it especially when it comes to money, identity shifts, and long-term wealth.If you've ever:Rushed into January without a real resetSet financial goals that sounded good but didn't stickFelt quiet anxiety about money despite earning wellThis conversation is for you.You'll learn:Why unfinished financial thoughts create stressHow reflection creates momentum (not procrastination)What actually works for goal-setting as a busy physicianHow to step into 2026 grounded, clear, and ready to execute

A real-time reflection on nervous system triggers, leadership, vulnerability, and mindful responses to criticism. Have you ever found yourself physically triggered by feedback even when your logical mind knows it shouldn't be a big deal? This episode is a real-time, honest exploration of how high-achieving women—especially physicians, leaders, and caregivers—respond to emotionally charged moments of disapproval, and how to begin unwinding the nervous system patterns that often get activated. I share a recent, raw experience with receiving unexpected criticism that sent my nervous system into full activation, despite all my mindfulness tools, coaching experience, and good intentions. Alongside Dr. Ni-Cheng Liang, we unpack how medical culture, leadership visibility, and deeply ingrained perfectionism contribute to why these moments can feel so threatening and how to meet them with compassion and presence instead of shame and overreaction. We invite you to witness what it looks like to pause, process, and reflect before reacting as someone who's been conditioned to perform, fix, and never disappoint. Whether you're navigating visibility, leadership, or simply trying to show up with integrity in a complex world, this episode offers insight, grace, and nervous system wisdom for your journey. Here is link to a blog I wrote about this same experience.     Pearls of Wisdom: Your nervous system's response is not a personal failure but, it's a patterned response that can be gently re-trained. Leadership, visibility, and authenticity are inherently vulnerable—and feedback will always come with risk. Graceful responses don't always happen in the moment. The pause is where your power lives. Emotional reactivity is often a reflection of two activated nervous systems—not personal wrongdoing. Mindfulness helps us build the space to respond rather than react—and to remember we're human.     Reflection Questions: How does your body respond when you receive criticism or feel misunderstood? What do you tend to do when you're activated—fix, explain, retreat, or push back? What might become possible if you paused and got curious before reacting?     If you're a high-achieving woman in medicine or leadership navigating transition, visibility, or feedback with tenderness and courage, I invite you to explore coaching with me.  My Leading From the Heart and Transition Well small group programs beginning this January offer practical support, grounded insight, and compassionate connection. Learn more at www.jessiemahoneymd.com/coaching. You're also warmly invited to join Dr. Ni-Cheng Liang and me for the Connect in Nature Retreat this summer, where we'll practice mindful communication, nervous system regulation, and self-compassion in a nourishing, in-person community. www.jessiemahoneymd.com/retreats To bring this kind of insight to your team, organization, or leadership event, we offer keynote talks and workshops that integrate mindfulness, medicine, and human connection. Explore at: www.jessiemahoneymd.com/speaking and www.awakenbreath.org     Nothing shared in the Healing Medicine Podcast is medical advice.  

Send us a textMany families rush from one year into the next without ever stopping to reflect and over time, that costs us clarity, peace, and momentum.In this episode, Dr. Latifat shares why ending the year well matters just as much as starting a new one. You'll learn how reflection, stewardship, and intentional planning create forward movement instead of repeating the same year over and over.This conversation weaves together faith, financial leadership, and practical wisdom to help you take stock of what God has already given you and prepare wisely for what's ahead.If you want the next year to feel different, it starts with how you close this one.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhy reflection is essential for growth and stewardshipHow to take stock of your year without guilt or pressureWhy December is a powerful time to plan instead of checking outThe role of diligence and clarity in financial peaceHow small, intentional actions now shape future outcomesHelpful Resources

Did you know that women physicians, despite their expertise, have a shorter lifespan than the general population?   What?   Yeah, I know. I was shocked too.   This statistic really stuck with me because it's not about intelligence or access or effort. It's truly showing that the system of health care is not built to help women clinicians succeed at all. It's not built for us emotionally, neurologically or biologically.   If you are a woman clinician right now, silently wondering how much longer you can handle this, this episode is for you. I'm going to break down my latest framework called the Catalyst Energetics – a simple nervous system tool that you can use every day. I've been using this framework inside my coaching sessions, mentoring program and retreats that I teach at.   It's my gift to you so that you can have better intuition, better flow and not become another statistic!   Links: Catalyst Energetics FREE Course: https://rightbrainrescue.com/l/digital_download/971232/catalyst-energetics  For other free gifts: https://DrLaraSalyer.com/create      Connect with Lara: Website: https://drlarasalyer.com The Catalyst Way: https://drlarasalyer.com/catalyst Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-catalyst-way-creative-strategies-for-women-in/id1611612131  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7d96T0XY32NxEefslXhLNo?si=90609a4ca6254dec  https://www.instagram.com/drlarasalyer/  https://www.facebook.com/drlarasalyer https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlarasalyer/ https://www.tiktok.com/@Creativity.Doctor    Podcast production and show notes provided by The Catalyst Way™

Send us a textIn this first episode of 2026, Dr. Latifat Akintade sets the tone for the year with one powerful word: multiply.This is not a call to hustle harder or do more. Instead, Dr. Latifat reframes multiplication as intentional, strategic growth more peace, more clarity, more wealth, and more impact, with less energy and less overwhelm.In this episode, Dr. Latifat breaks down the 6 principles for multiplying in 2026, including:Why cutting out distractions (even “good” ones) is essential for growthHow going back to financial basics is the fastest way to build wealth at every income and net-worth levelThe importance of finding the right people and being intentional about whose voices you allow to influence your decisionsWhy mastering your time through simple rhythms like the CEO Money Hour creates exponential capacityHow choosing boring, proven wealth vehicles beats chasing trendy investmentsWhy momentum comes from starting before you feel ready, not waiting for perfect clarityThroughout the episode, Dr. Latifat weaves together money, time, relationships, faith, and purpose reinforcing her belief that true wealth is wholesome, not lopsided.Dr. Latifat is inviting listeners to take the next step through the Wealth Vision & Goal-Setting Workshop, a complimentary annual experience designed to help women physicians resetYou're making six or even seven figures—and still asking, “Where did all my money go?” The problem isn't your income—it's that you haven't learned how to have money left.The Money Left Over program gives women physicians the tools to uncover 4–5 figures in extra monthly cash and finally let your money start working for you.

Send us a textLet's be honest: when you're exhausted, under-resourced, and working in a system that keeps asking for more… gratitude can feel like a stretch.In this episode, we're talking about gratitude—but not the fluffy, bypass-y kind that tells you to “just be thankful” while everything burns down. We're talking about real gratitude: the kind that helps regulate your nervous system, protect your mental health, and increase resilience without denying how hard things are.If you've ever had a patient thank you—and felt nothing but resentment, numbness, or exhaustion—this episode is for you.In this episode, we exploreWhy gratitude is not the same as toxic positivityHow burnout can make it impossible to receive gratitude—even when it's offeredThe thought–feeling–action loop and how gratitude fits into itWhy forced gratitude doesn't work (and what does)How small, honest gratitude practices can reduce stress physiologyThe science linking gratitude to better mental health, cardiovascular outcomes, and even longevityWhy gratitude works best when layered with sleep, rest, movement, nutrition, and boundariesWe also talk about what to do if you're too burned out for gratitude—and why that's not a personal failure.The science we reference:https://clinmedjournals.org/articles/ijda/international-journal-of-depression-and-anxiety-ijda-4-024.php?jid=ijdahttps://www.uclahealth.org/news/article/health-benefits-gratitudehttps://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapsychiatry/fullarticle/2820770https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/gratitude-enhances-health-brings-happiness-and-may-even-lengthen-lives-202409113071This episode is part of our 10-Week Stress Reduction Challenge for Women Physicians—and this week's focus is learning how to experience gratitude in a way that actually supports your health.

Send us a textThe Tax Mistakes Costing Women Physicians ThousandsIn this episode, I sit down with CPA and tax strategist Natasha Dornbush to talk about why so many high-earning women physicians are overpaying the IRS without realizing it — especially W-2 docs.We cover:Why your tax refund is NOT a win – and why your tax liability line is the only number that matters.The problem with “scrub-level” deductions – small write-offs don't move a $100k–$300k tax bill.Real tax strategy vs. random tax moves – how advanced, asset-based strategies create both cash flow and tax savings.Why W-2 physicians are not doomed – the kinds of investment-based strategies that are available, even before you become 1099.The role of a true tax strategist – the difference between tax filing, a one-time diagnostic, and an ongoing tax-planning relationship.If you're a woman physician earning great money but feeling squeezed by taxes, this conversation will help you see where you might be leaving tens of thousands of dollars on the table every year.For more information on reaching our guest, visit https://www.natashadornbush.com/

Welcome to another episode of the Sustainable Clinical Medicine Podcast! In this episode, Dr. Sarah Smith explores the challenges of balancing mental load and domestic labor, particularly for women in medicine. She is joined by Dr. Pip Houghton, a family physician, facilitator, and advocate for women's wellness. Dr. Houghton shares her expertise in mental health and her personal journey with the Fair Play Method, offering practical strategies for creating more equitable and joyful lives at home and at work. Together, they discuss how open communication, trust, and small changes can lead to big results for busy professionals and families. Listeners will gain valuable insights into sharing responsibilities, building supportive partnerships, and lightening the mental load—making this episode a must-listen for anyone seeking balance and sustainability in their personal and professional lives. Here are 3 key takeaways from this episode: The Fair Play Method Empowers Equitable Domestic Labor Pip Houghton shares how the Fair Play Method helps families clearly define, distribute, and take ownership of household tasks. This system reduces mental load, prevents resentment, and creates more space for joy, self-care, and professional fulfillment—especially for women physicians. Open Communication and Trust Are Essential Successful implementation of Fair Play and equitable labor requires honest conversations and mutual trust between partners. Letting go of micromanagement and allowing each person to fully own their responsibilities is key to reducing stress and building a supportive partnership. Small Changes Lead to Big Results Pip emphasizes starting with one small task—like managing garbage or backpacks—to build momentum and confidence. Gradually, these small wins can transform household dynamics, involve children in responsibilities, and even improve teamwork in professional settings. Meet Dr. Pip Houghton: Dr Phillippa "Pip" Houghton is a family physician on Vancouver Island providing addiction, mental health and primary care to adults and youth in her community. Dr Pip completed a B.Sc. in Kinesiology from the University of Victoria (2011), medical school at The University of Wollongong (2015) and family practice residency through the University of British Columbia in 2019. In addition to her formal education, Dr Pip is particularly supporting families in navigating the many challenges that we all face when it comes to balancing the demands of the three P's (partner, professional, parent). Dr Pip has pursued additional education in the areas of perinatal Mental Health, digital health and wellness and most recently as a Fair Play Facilitator. In addition to her assigned roles, Dr Pip is also a mother to three boys, wife to an amazing husband, house hippo owner, new-ish CrossFit enthusiast, creative writer, book club enthusiast and cut-flower garden newbie. Connect with Dr. Pip Houghton:

Send us a textDr. Latifat shares how she went from –$200K to seven figures in 5 years. Learn the mindset, systems, and principles every woman physician needs to automate wealth, build peace, and take control of her money—without more hustle or shameShe also discussed how how brand new program 6 to 7 will be helping more women physicians automate their path to 7 figures www.moneyfitmd.com/6to7 for more details. Key TakeawaysThe first million is always the hardest—but once you build momentum, wealth compounds faster than you think.Money isn't the end goal; it's the raw material that gives you choice, freedom, and peace.Debt freedom—not just being debt-free—is what allows your money to work for you instead of the other way around.The emotional side of money—fear, guilt, and anxiety—can silently block your growth more than any spreadsheet.With the right structure, strategy, and community, you can automate your path to seven figures and beyond.

Send us a textYou've been told to “just take a deep breath” more times than you can count.Usually by someone who doesn't realize you've been holding your breath since pre-med.This week on Ending Physician Overwhelm, we're talking about something deceptively simple — breathing. Not the kind of “calm down” breath that makes you want to throw a stethoscope, but intentional, physiologic breathing that actually changes your body chemistry.In Week 3 of the 10-Week Recharge Challenge, we're taking a minute (literally, one minute) to breathe — on purpose. Because even when the world doesn't give you space, your breath can.In this episode, we'll explore: 

Send us a textThis week, we're getting a little leafy. In Week 2 of our 10-Week Recharge Challenge, we're focusing on feeding your cells from the inside out. No, you don't need to become a kale evangelist — but yes, your mitochondria are begging you for some help.As physicians, we've been trained to care for everyone else first. We run on caffeine, cortisol, and guilt, and we convince ourselves that “real” self-care can wait until the inbox is empty. But your body isn't a machine — it's an ecosystem. And if you've been running it on fumes, it's time to replenish the soil.In this episode, we'll talk about:

In this episode of The Brave Enough Show, Dr. Sasha Shillcutt and Cy Wakeman discuss:  The power of re-remembering  Finding your voice in your 50s  Reinventing yourself and leaving past versions behind   "At some point I started to realize I had lived a dream life. I am just not sure it was my dream." - Cy Wakeman    Cy Wakeman: Drama Researcher, NY-Times Bestselling Author and Leadership Consultant   I am a drama researcher, a career I discovered accidentally and have since quantified how much drama there is in the workplace. Our research has shown that the average employee spends nearly 2.5 hours per day in drama – gossiping, tattling, withholding buy-in, resisting change and stepping down from accountability.  Drama is emotional waste – any unproductive thought or behavior – and like any other waste in the workplace, I believe drama can be eliminated through great mental processes. My work is focused on giving leaders tools to recapture that emotional waste and upcycle it into results.  I started Reality-Based Leadership in order to teach leaders and individual contributors ways to lead in reality that diffuses drama in the workplace. We have formed that into an organization that does leadership development, speaking and training, and publishes unconventional tools and leadership programs to use to diffuse drama in the workplace.     Join our online community! The Table is a private, safe society for women physicians to gain work-life control. Sasha's community is off social media, a protected place for women to find out how to manage things like time management, gender bias, and navigating egos in the workplace. It's private, confidential, and the mentoring you have always wanted in a safe, closed environment. Join our community created for women physicians like you today! Invite Dr. Sasha to Speak at Your Next Event! Dr. Sasha Shillcutt is a top empowerment keynote speaker and Vice Chair of Strategy in the Department of Anesthesiology at the UNMC. In 2016, Sasha was awarded the national American Medical Association's Women Physicians' Inspiring Physician Award by her peers. Sasha's greatest passion is empowering and encouraging others to achieve well-being in their professional and personal lives. She speaks frequently to executives and leaders on the topics of professional burnout, resilience, and gender equity.   Follow Brave Enough:   WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER | LINKEDIN Join The Table, Brave Enough's community. The ONLY professional membership group that meets both the professional and personal needs of high-achieving women.

Send us a textDr. Latifat is the author of the Amazon bestselling books Done With Broke: The Woman Physician's Guide to More Money and Less Hustle and The Power to Choose: The Woman Physician's Guide to Financial Liberation and Life on Your Terms. She is also the founder of MoneyFitMD, a financial empowerment platform designed to help women physicians achieve financial independence without sacrificing their well-being.In this episode, she breaks down the common financial mistakes that cost women physicians thousands of dollars each year. She shares how to shift from scarcity to abundance, rethink what being a “millionaire” truly means, and make smarter money decisions that actually align with your life and goals.Key Takeaways:You need more than one million to retire comfortably.Avoid letting fear and scarcity drive your money choices.Financial peace starts with clear goals and planning.Timestamps: 00:40 Why women physicians lose money02:18 The illusion of being “just fine” financially04:05 Why $1M isn't enough for doctors06:10 Overcoming the scarcity mindset08:22 Building wealth that fits your values10:30 Common money traps in medicine12:12 How fear limits financial growth14:28 Reframing wealth and success16:45 Becoming a multi-millionaire on purpose18:52 First steps to fixing your money habitsRelated Episodes:The Secret To Making Your Money Work For You!Why Women Physicians Avoid Money ConversationsYou're making six or even seven figures—and still asking, “Where did all my money go?” The problem isn't your income—it's that you haven't learned how to have money left.The Money Left Over program gives women physicians the tools to uncover 4–5 figures in extra monthly cash and finally let your money start working for you.

In this episode of The Brave Enough Show, Dr. Sasha Shillcutt and Dr. Amy Shah discuss:  Why your gut health is critical to everything  Intentional and easy ways to increase your fiber intake  How to establish a circadian rhythm as a busy woman  How our body changes as we age and what we can do about it    “Your gut is the girl boss of your life. She handles a million things, and so you must take care of her.” - Dr. Amy Shah    Guest Info: Dr. Amy Shah is an MD and nutrition specialist. She works in clinical medicine,  allergy/immunology, and over the last 10 years has developed a world-renowned wellness  education platform, successfully launched a growing collection of health and wellness products,  written bestselling books, including I'm So Effing Hungry and I'm So Effing Tired, and has made  numerous national network appearances. She works to discover less invasive interventions,  promote wellness, and teach others how to impact their health via nutrition and exercise -- using  medication as a last resort. Her goal is to empower people to “save themselves” through  nutrition and lifestyle changes.  Website/Social Media Handles:  Website Instagram  TikTok  Youtube  LinkedIn Podcast    Join our online community! The Table is a private, safe society for women physicians to gain work-life control. Sasha's community is off social media, a protected place for women to find out how to manage things like time management, gender bias, and navigating egos in the workplace. It's private, confidential, and the mentoring you have always wanted in a safe, closed environment. Join our community created for women physicians like you today!   Follow Brave Enough:   WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER | LINKEDIN Join The Table, Brave Enough's community. The ONLY professional membership group that meets both the professional and personal needs of high-achieving women.

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Send us a textDr. Latifat is the author of the Amazon bestselling books Done With Broke: The Woman Physician's Guide to More Money and Less Hustle and The Power to Choose: The Woman Physician's Guide to Financial Liberation and Life on Your Terms. She is also the founder of MoneyFitMD, a financial empowerment platform designed to help women physicians achieve financial independence without sacrificing their well-being.In this episode, she dives into the connection between time, money, and mindset. She shares why managing your schedule like a CEO is essential to building financial freedom, and how to break the cycle of being “too busy” to plan or grow your wealth. If you've ever felt like there's never enough time or money, this one's for you.Key Takeaways:Set a specific time for financial planning.Find someone to hold you accountable.Being busy is not an excuse to avoid growth.Timestamps: 00:00 Managing time like a CEO02:45 Why women physicians feel constantly busy05:30 How lack of planning costs you money08:15 Creating time blocks for financial clarity11:40 The power of saying “no”14:05 Reframing your schedule for success17:20 Money mindset shifts for busy doctors20:35 Building habits that save time and cash24:10 What it means to lead your finances27:50 Final encouragement for physician CEOs

Money is a tool. Freedom is the goal. A plan is the bridge. Join us for a powerful conversation with Dr. Latifat Akintade, a board-certified gastroenterologist, founder of MoneyFitMD and The Money Coaching School for Women Physicians, bestselling author of The Power to Choose and Done With Broke, and host of the MoneyFitMD Podcast.We will cover the mindset and mechanics that help women physicians achieve true financial freedom without losing wellness or identity. Learn how to create a simple money plan, pay off six-figure debt, grow your net worth, and invest with confidence. Discover how to align money choices with your values, career, and life.About Dr. LatifatDr. Latifat Akintade trained at the University of California, Davis School of Medicine, completed Internal Medicine residency at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and Mount Sinai Hospital, and pursued Gastroenterology fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine. She is board certified in Gastroenterology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. As the visionary behind MoneyFitMD and The Money Coaching School for Women Physicians, she blends clinical expertise, money coaching, and life coaching to help women physicians build wealth without sacrificing wellness or identity. She is a sought after speaker, an Amazon bestselling author, a dynamic podcast host, and a proud mother of three daughters who loves great books, loud laughs, and ocean views.What you will learnA step by step money plan for women physiciansHow to crush debt and build wealth with clarityInvesting basics that reduce stress and boost confidenceHow to protect wellness while you grow your net worthThe power of choice in career, family, and freedomLearn more.www.moneyfitmd.com

In this episode Dr. Sasha Shillcutt and Dr. Amy Vertrees talk about:  Being brave enough to take risks Breaking free from an employee mindset Opinions of others and letting go of likeability    “Once I realized I could take chances, the world opened up for me in ways I could not have imagined.” - Dr. Amy Vertrees    Guest Bio:  Amy Vertrees, MD is a board-certified general surgeon, Army veteran, certified coach, author, and founder of the BOSS Business of Surgery Series. She served 17 years in the Army, reaching the rank of lieutenant colonel, and deploying 3 times to Afghanistan and Iraq as a general surgeon. After leaving the military, she was an employed surgeon and then created Columbia Surgical Partners, a private practice general surgery group. She discovered there were lessons that she was never taught in residency that were necessary for a successful surgical career. She created the BOSS Business of Surgery Series to fill in that gap and has used everything that she has learned to become a successful private practice general surgeon. The BOSS series includes a highly rated podcast, group coaching, 1:1 coaching, and the book “Become the BOSS MD: Success Beyond Residency.”    Website Facebook Instagram  LinkedIn   Stay Connected With The Scoop Join for weekly life hacks for busy women, exclusive updates, and early access to new programs and conferences!   Join our online community! The Table is a private, safe society for women physicians to gain work-life control. Sasha's community is off social media, a protected place for women to find out how to manage things like time management, gender bias, and navigating egos in the workplace. It's private, confidential, and the mentoring you have always wanted in a safe, closed environment. Join our community created for women physicians like you today!   Follow Brave Enough:   WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER | LINKEDIN Join The Table, Brave Enough's community. The ONLY professional membership group that meets both the professional and personal needs of high-achieving women.

In this episode of The Brave Enough Show, Dr. Sasha Shillcutt and Jenn Landis discuss:  Breaking free from golden handcuffs  Major career and life pivots and the courage to take them  Moving from making plans to chasing purpose    “So many of us chase plans when we need to chase purpose.” - Jenn Landis  “You may be released from a job, but that does not mean you are released from your calling.” - Jenn Landis    Guest Info: Jenn navigated her career from juggling three entry-level jobs to ringing the bell at the NY Stock Exchange as a C-Suite member of a $4.5B publicly traded company. She is a testament to the power of breakthroughs! Having experienced firsthand how these moments can dramatically change the trajectory of your life and career, she is determined to help you achieve your own career-altering Breakthroughs. In her first career, Jenn served as a businesswoman and HR senior executive, amassing over 25 years of experience, including six years as Senior VP & Chief HR Officer. In 2023, she made a purposeful pivot to broaden her reach by stepping away from a corporate leadership role. Now, Jenn leverages her background and expertise to help goal-minded professionals achieve transformative breakthrough moments.  As a keynote speaker, author, coach, leadership strategist, and breakthrough artist, Jenn's influence is expansive. Her book, *Break Up, Break In, Breakthrough: A Formula to Dramatically Change Your Career Trajectory, was released in July 2025    Podcast Book Work with Jenn Follow on IG, FB, YT, X - @AskJennLandis  or LinkedIn - in/jennlandis    Private Coaching with Dr. Sasha Dr. Sasha Shillcutt is a certified Enneagram Coach and has over 6 years of experience coaching women like you through physician burnout. Dr. Shillcutt uses the Enneagram as a tool to help you understand yourself so you thrive in your relationships at home and work!   Follow Brave Enough:   WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER | LINKEDIN Join The Table, Brave Enough's community. The ONLY professional membership group that meets both the professional and personal needs of high-achieving women.

In this powerful kickoff to a collaborative series with the AHA Women in Cardiology (WIC) Committee, CardioNerds (Dr. Apoorva Gangavelli, Dr. Gurleen Kaur, and Dr. Jenna Skowronski) explore the evolving landscape of women in advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology, featuring insights from two inspiring leaders in the field. Dr. Mariell Jessup, Chief Science and Medical Officer of the American Heart Association, reflects on her decades-long journey in heart failure cardiology, from navigating early career barriers to becoming a trailblazer in clinical leadership and research. Dr. Nosheen Reza, an advanced heart failure and transplant cardiologist at the University of Pennsylvania, shares how Dr. Jessup's pioneering work has inspired her own career and shaped her approach to mentorship, advocacy, and academic development. Together, they discuss the systemic challenges women continue to face, the importance of sponsorship, and the evolving culture within cardiology. Listeners will gain a multigenerational perspective on how far the field has come and what is still needed to ensure equity, excellence, and innovation in advanced heart failure care. Enjoy this Circulation 2022 Paths to Discovery article to learn about the CardioNerds story, mission, and values. CardioNerds Heart Success Series PageCardioNerds Episode PageCardioNerds AcademyCardionerds Healy Honor Roll CardioNerds Journal ClubSubscribe to The Heartbeat Newsletter!Check out CardioNerds SWAG!Become a CardioNerds Patron! References DeFilippis EM, Moayedi Y, Reza N. Representation of Women Physicians in Heart Failure Clinical Practice. Card Fail Rev. 2021;7:e05. Published 2021 Mar 31. doi:10.15420/cfr.2020.31 

Send us a textDr. Latifat is the author of the Amazon bestselling books Done With Broke: The Woman Physician's Guide to More Money and Less Hustle and The Power to Choose: The Woman Physician's Guide to Financial Liberation and Life on Your Terms. She is also the founder of MoneyFitMD, a financial empowerment platform designed to help women physicians achieve financial independence without sacrificing their well-being.In this episode, she reflects on the success of the 2025 Wealthy You Live In-Person Gathering and the powerful insights shared throughout the experience. She dives into what made this year's event so special, the energy that came from women showing up for themselves, and the mindset shifts needed to move from burnout to abundance.Key Takeaways:Wealth starts with believing you deserve more.True financial freedom means creating time, confidence, and community.Showing up for yourself is the first step toward transformation.Timestamps: 01:28 Reflecting on the success of 2025 WYC Event04:02 How community fuels financial and emotional growth06:10 The link between burnout and wealth mindset07:54 Lessons from women who showed up for themselves09:20 Redefining wealth as freedom and legacy11:00 How confidence builds financial resilience12:42 Why wealth is about more than money16:25 Invitation to embrace your wealthy woman eraConnect with Dr. Latifat:☎️ Book A Call: https://www.moneyfitmd.com/call

Hey Doc,Are you the problem? Not you alone, but us. Women physicians.Without realizing it, we uphold the very systems — patriarchy, sexism, racism — that keep us playing small. It shows up in the way we react when another woman asks for more, when we hesitate to negotiate, or when we discourage salary transparency, and when we are passing down outdated advice to younger women physicians.The truth is: the system of medicine was built in a different era, for a different demographic — and those old rules still shape how we show up today.This isn't about blame. It's about accountability. It's about unlearning what we were taught, and replacing them with a culture that actually serves us.In this episode you'll hear:Why asking for more should be celebrated, not criticizedThe danger of believing negotiation is “unprofessional”Why pay transparency matters (and who really benefits when we stay silent)How to hold yourself and other women physicians accountable in a way that opens conversation instead of shutting it downDoc, it's time to stop shrinking yourself to fit outdated expectations. Take back your power. Ask. Negotiate. Advocate. And support other women when they do the same.What did you think of the episode, doc? Let me know! Subscribe to ✨Stethoscopes and Strollers✨ on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode. Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Connect with me: Website | Instagram | Facebook Join my Email list to get tips on navigating motherhood in the medical field. If you are going through a transition -- becoming a parent, leaving a job, figuring out how manage it all, schedule a free coaching session. Free Coaching Session with Dr. Toya

In this episode of The Brave Enough Show, Dr. Sasha Shillcutt discusses:    1. The Cultural Weight of “Yes”  2. No as an Act of Self-Preservation and Self-Respect  3. The Fallout and the Freedom from saying No  4. Boundaries every woman needs  Your no is not rejection. It's a declaration. A declaration that your life, your time, and your worth are sacred. And that is the kind of brave, healing freedom you deserve.   RISE 2.0 Mastermind RISE is an 8-month guided journey for women physicians ready to reclaim their energy, voice, and joy. You weren't meant to hustle through life—you were meant to rise. Join my private mastermind designed to help you reset boundaries, restore purpose, and elevate your life. RISE is the course your future self is begging you to take. Class starts Oct. 6th   Private Coaching with Dr. Sasha Dr. Sasha Shillcutt is a certified Enneagram Coach and has over 6 years of experience coaching women like you through physician burnout. Dr. Shillcutt uses the Enneagram as a tool to help you understand yourself so you thrive in your relationships at home and work!   Follow Brave Enough:   WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER | LINKEDIN Join The Table, Brave Enough's community. The ONLY professional membership group that meets both the professional and personal needs of high-achieving women.

If you're a physician with at least 5 years of experience looking for a flexible, non-clinical, part-time medical-legal consulting role… ...Dr. Armin Feldman's Medical Legal Coaching program will guarantee to add $100K in additional income within 12 months without doing any expert witness work. Any doctor in any specialty can do this work. And if you don't reach that number, he'll work with you for free until you do, guaranteed. How can he make such a bold claim? It's simple, he gets results…  Dr. David exceeded his clinical income without sacrificing time in his full-time position. Dr. Anke retired from her practice while generating the same monthly consulting income.  And Dr. Elliott added meaningful consulting work without lowering his clinical income or job satisfaction. So, if you're a physician with 5+ years of experience and you want to find out exactly how to add $100K in additional consulting income in just 12 months, go to arminfeldman.com.                                                          =============== This podcast is sponsored by the Physician Executive MBA Program at the University of Tennessee Knoxville's Haslam College of Business. Thinking about a nonclinical career path? In just one year, our physician-only MBA gives you the business and leadership skills to pivot, whether into administration, consulting, entrepreneurship, or beyond. Join a nationwide network of over 1,000 physician leaders. Learn more at nonclincicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.                                                          =============== Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== Dr. Suzanne Rutherford co-founded The Fit Physician, a coaching program that helps women physicians build strength and health through evidence-based nutrition and resistance training. After graduating medical school while pregnant and creating Australia's first job-share internship, she built a career spanning family practice, emergency medicine, and hospice care. Her own health struggles during training inspired her to create fitness plans tailored to the unpredictable schedules of physicians. What began as a small Facebook group eight years ago is now a six-month program serving hundreds of women physicians. Dr. Rutherford shares practical strategies for building sustainable fitness routines, designing workouts that fit call rooms or home gyms, and pairing them with nutrition coaching to support long-term health. She also talks about her work as a locum hospice physician across Canada, the realities of interprovincial licensing, and advice for those looking to create wellness-focused businesses. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/reclaim-your-energy/

Ever feel like you're either "all in" or completely off track with your eating? Like you need to do everything perfectly or you might as well not try? In this episode, I dive deep into the perfectionism block that keeps so many physicians in the frustrating cycle of trying harder but always feeling stuck. I share why there's actually no "right way" to lose weight, despite what diet culture tells us. You'll discover how perfectionist thinking creates obstacles that make it nearly impossible to start OR stick with healthy changes.  More importantly, I'll show you what actually works: finding YOUR path that fits your real life (not some idealized version where you have endless time and energy). If you're tired of the all-or-nothing rollercoaster and ready to build consistency that actually lasts, this episode is exactly what you need to hear. Listen now.  

Send us a textDr. Latifat is the author of the Amazon bestselling books Done With Broke: The Woman Physician's Guide to More Money and Less Hustle and The Power to Choose: The Woman Physician's Guide to Financial Liberation and Life on Your Terms. She is also the founder of MoneyFitMD, a financial empowerment platform designed to help women physicians achieve financial independence without sacrificing their well-being.In this episode, she dives into the unique struggles faced by first-generation wealth builders. She shares how inherited money mindsets, hidden limitations, and cultural expectations can hold physicians back and offers practical insights to shift those patterns so you can build wealth without burnout.Key Takeaways:Learn how to effectively communicate your financial boundaries.Financial insecurities can cause you to hoard money.Investments are the fastest route to financial freedom,Timestamps: 01:15 Struggles unique to first-generation wealth builders03:42 Why income alone doesn't solve money problems06:10 The hidden limitations holding women physicians back08:55 How money mindsets fuel burnout12:30 Why breaking generational cycles matters15:44 Building wealth with confidence and legacy in mind18:20 The role of intentionality in financial freedom21:05 Shifting your mindset around money struggles24:10 Creating wealth without sacrificing joy27:15 Closing encouragement for women physiciansConnect with Dr. Latifat:☎️ Book A Call: https://www.moneyfitmd.com/call

Send us a textDr. Latifat is the author of the Amazon bestselling books Done With Broke: The Woman Physician's Guide to More Money and Less Hustle and The Power to Choose: The Woman Physician's Guide to Financial Liberation and Life on Your Terms. She is also the founder of MoneyFitMD, a financial empowerment platform designed to help women physicians achieve financial independence without sacrificing their well-being.In this episode, she sits down with Dr. Elaine Stageberg, psychiatrist, mother of five, Chief Investment Officer of Black Swan Real Estate, a leading national presenter, investment thought leader, and real estate expert. Together, they explore the real challenges and possibilities of whether busy women physicians can truly build wealth while managing careers, families, and the pursuit of a meaningful life.Key Takeaways:Women physicians can build wealth without sacrificing family or fulfillment.Real estate investing offers both financial growth and flexibility in medicine.Building wealth is easier with the right community and shared resources.Timestamps: 00:45 Dr. Latifat welcomes listeners02:10 Introducing Dr. Elaine and her background04:20 Why many physicians feel wealth is out of reach07:05 The mindset shift busy women need10:30 How real estate creates flexibility in medicine14:00 Overcoming fears around investing18:15 Building wealth without sacrificing family22:40 The power of community in financial growth26:55 Practical steps to start investing31:20 Lessons learned from real estate experiences36:15 Creating generational wealth with intention40:05 Final thoughts and words of encouragementConnect with Dr. Latifat:☎️ Book A Call: https://www.moneyfitmd.com/call

In this episode of The Brave Enough Show, Dr. Sasha Shillcutt discusses:  You Were Never Meant to Do Brave Things Alone From Comparison to Collaboration: Rewriting the Narrative Sister Circles: Spaces Where Success Is Shared, Not Silenced The Secret Weapon: Women Who Speak Your Name in Rooms You Aren't In  Brave Enough CME Conference 2025 This conference will specifically address how to combat the isolation of women working in healthcare with strategies to foster deeper connections and promote accountability. The conference will cover specific topics to create allyship and peer mentorship by focusing on topics women in medicine face, in order to leave the conference with strong allies. We want every woman to leave with a group of friends that can be there for her all year through. Attendees will have time to connect with phenomenal speakers, ask questions, and experience live coaching in a protected, safe environment.   Private Coaching with Dr. Sasha Dr. Sasha Shillcutt is a certified Enneagram Coach and has over 6 years of experience coaching women like you through physician burnout. Dr. Shillcutt uses the Enneagram as a tool to help you understand yourself so you thrive in your relationships at home and work!   Follow Brave Enough:   WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER | LINKEDIN Join The Table, Brave Enough's community. The ONLY professional membership group that meets both the professional and personal needs of high-achieving women.

In this episode of The Brave Enough Show, Dr. Sasha Shillcutt and Dr. Chrissie Ott discuss:  Chrissie's experience with burning the backup plan as it relates to starting solo micropractice and eventual return to hospital medicine  Her step into coaching, and more twists and turns  How she dealt with each of these changes and embraced the risks involved  How she has redefined success in her own life and journey through each change     “I have taken many faith-filled steps that have led to bravery when I take the time for deep awareness of self by meditating, and thinking about what aligns with my personal mission.” - Dr. Chrissie Ott    Brave Enough CME Conference 2025 This conference will specifically address how to combat the isolation of women working in healthcare with strategies to foster deeper connections and promote accountability. The conference will cover specific topics to create allyship and peer mentorship by focusing on topics women in medicine face, in order to leave the conference with strong allies. We want every woman to leave with a group of friends that can be there for her all year through. Attendees will have time to connect with phenomenal speakers, ask questions, and experience live coaching in a protected, safe environment.   RISE 2.0 Mastermind  RISE is an 8-month guided journey for women physicians ready to reclaim their energy, voice, and joy. You weren't meant to hustle through life—you were meant to rise. Join my private mastermind designed to help you reset boundaries, restore purpose, and elevate your life. RISE is the course your future self is begging you to take. Class starts Oct. 6th   Follow Brave Enough:   WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER | LINKEDIN Join The Table, Brave Enough's community. The ONLY professional membership group that meets both the professional and personal needs of high-achieving women.

In this episode of The Brave Enough Show, Dr. Sasha Shillcutt and Dr. Tiffany Moon discuss:  What to do when you find yourself successful yet totally unhappy  How to start to implement boundaries  The importance of following your JOY  How to deal with criticism and backlash    "Despite having so much success in life, I felt empty, unhappy and unfulfilled. It wasn't until I investigated it, and gave myself space and time that I was able to find joy again.” - Dr. Tiffany Moon    Brave Enough CME Conference 2025 This conference will specifically address how to combat the isolation of women working in healthcare with strategies to foster deeper connections and promote accountability. The conference will cover specific topics to create allyship and peer mentorship by focusing on topics women in medicine face, in order to leave the conference with strong allies. We want every woman to leave with a group of friends that can be there for her all year through. Attendees will have time to connect with phenomenal speakers, ask questions, and experience live coaching in a protected, safe environment.   Join our online community! The Table is a private, safe society for women physicians to gain work-life control. Sasha's community is off social media, a protected place for women to find out how to manage things like time management, gender bias, and navigating egos in the workplace. It's private, confidential, and the mentoring you have always wanted in a safe, closed environment. Join our community created for women physicians like you today!   Follow Brave Enough:   WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER | LINKEDIN Join The Table, Brave Enough's community. The ONLY professional membership group that meets both the professional and personal needs of high-achieving women.

In this episode of The Brave Enough Show, Dr. Sasha Shillcutt discusses:  Redefining Bravery: It's Not Just the Big Leaps The Power of “No” Without Guilt Speaking Up When It's Easier to Stay Silent Courage is a Muscle: Build It Daily    “Courage isn't always a loud, big move. Sometimes it's whispering to yourself I won't shrink today.” - Dr. Sasha Shillcutt    Brave Enough CME Conference 2025 This conference will specifically address how to combat the isolation of women working in healthcare with strategies to foster deeper connections and promote accountability. The conference will cover specific topics to create allyship and peer mentorship by focusing on topics women in medicine face, in order to leave the conference with strong allies. We want every woman to leave with a group of friends that can be there for her all year through. Attendees will have time to connect with phenomenal speakers, ask questions, and experience live coaching in a protected, safe environment.   Stay Connected With The Scoop Join for weekly life hacks for busy women, exclusive updates, and early access to new programs and conferences!   Follow Brave Enough:   WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER | LINKEDIN Join The Table, Brave Enough's community. The ONLY professional membership group that meets both the professional and personal needs of high-achieving women.

In this episode of The Brave Enough Show, Dr. Sasha Shillcutt and Dr. Stacy Wentworth discuss:  How to turn a career letdown into a comeback Saying no to unpaid work can lead to career success Stepping into brave spaces and creating our own story    “Asking yourself, 'who is driving the bus? And who has not been driving the bus, that should have a turn?' Is a great question to make brave moves.” - Dr. Stacy Wentworth    Dr. Wentworth is an award-winning physician, author, and cancer survivorship expert. She has two decades of experience leading patient centered care teams in diverse settings - from NCI-designated comprehensive cancer centers to rural hospitals. Her research has been featured at national conferences and published in peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Wentworth is the founder of the Cancer Culture Substack, where she explores how personal beliefs, history, and science influence our experience and attitude toward cancer.    https://cancerculture.substack.com/  https://pod.link/1767700499    Brave Enough CME Conference 2025 This conference will specifically address how to combat the isolation of women working in healthcare with strategies to foster deeper connections and promote accountability. The conference will cover specific topics to create allyship and peer mentorship by focusing on topics women in medicine face, in order to leave the conference with strong allies. We want every woman to leave with a group of friends that can be there for her all year through. Attendees will have time to connect with phenomenal speakers, ask questions, and experience live coaching in a protected, safe environment.   Join our online community! A private, safe society for women physicians to gain work-life control. Sasha's community is off social media, a protected place for women to find out how to manage things like time management, gender bias, and navigating egos in the workplace. It's private, confidential, and the mentoring you have always wanted in a safe, closed environment. Join our community created for women physicians like you today!   Follow Brave Enough:   WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER | LINKEDIN Join The Table, Brave Enough's community. The ONLY professional membership group that meets both the professional and personal needs of high-achieving women.

In this episode of The Brave Enough Show, Dr. Sasha Shillcutt and Dr. Kara Pepper discuss: The courage to walk away from prestigious, stable careers when they no longer align.  Trusting yourself when you decide to do a 180 in your life The first thing people should do when considering a career change Helpful questions to reflect on before making a change Top mistakes physicians make when creating change    “You are absolutely worth a life you won't regret.” -Dr. Kara Pepper   Dr. Kara Pepper is a practicing primary care Internist and executive coach in Atlanta, GA. After 14 years in private practice, Dr. Pepper built her own 17-state telemedicine practice for adults across the southeast, especially those with eating disorders.  In addition to her clinical practice, she provides executive coaching and is the founder of Micropractice Mastermind, a community for physicians transforming healthcare through solo practice.  Dr. Pepper is the podcast host of "It's Not Just You," stories of survival, humanism, and career sustainability.    Website: https://karapeppermdcoaching.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kara-pepper-md-2555b42/      Brave Enough CME Conference 2025 This conference will specifically address how to combat the isolation of women working in healthcare with strategies to foster deeper connections and promote accountability. The conference will cover specific topics to create allyship and peer mentorship by focusing on topics women in medicine face, in order to leave the conference with strong allies. We want every woman to leave with a group of friends that can be there for her all year through. Attendees will have time to connect with phenomenal speakers, ask questions, and experience live coaching in a protected, safe environment.   Private Coaching with Dr. Sasha Dr. Sasha Shillcutt is a certified Enneagram Coach and has over 6 years of experience coaching women like you through physician burnout. Dr. Shillcutt uses the Enneagram as a tool to help you understand yourself so you thrive in your relationships at home and work!   Follow Brave Enough:   WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER | LINKEDIN Join The Table, Brave Enough's community. The ONLY professional membership group that meets both the professional and personal needs of high-achieving women.

In this episode of The Brave Enough Show, Dr. Sasha Shillcutt discusses:  Playing small serves no one Risk is inevitable Your boldness will inspire others to rise Comfort is the enemy of purpose Failure is just data collection    “Comfort is the enemy of purpose.” - Sasha Shillcutt, MD    Brave Enough CME Conference 2025 This conference will specifically address how to combat the isolation of women working in healthcare with strategies to foster deeper connections and promote accountability. The conference will cover specific topics to create allyship and peer mentorship by focusing on topics women in medicine face, in order to leave the conference with strong allies. We want every woman to leave with a group of friends that can be there for her all year through. Attendees will have time to connect with phenomenal speakers, ask questions, and experience live coaching in a protected, safe environment.   Have Dr. Sasha Speak at your event! Dr. Sasha Shillcutt is a top empowerment keynote speaker and Vice Chair of Strategy in the Department of Anesthesiology at the UNMC. In 2016, Sasha was awarded the national American Medical Association's Women Physicians' Inspiring Physician Award by her peers. Sasha's greatest passion is empowering and encouraging others to achieve wellbeing in their professional and personal lives. She speaks frequently to executives and leaders on the topics of professional burnout, resilience, and gender equity.   Follow Brave Enough:   WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER | LINKEDIN Join The Table, Brave Enough's community. The ONLY professional membership group that meets both the professional and personal needs of high-achieving women.