Women in White Coats

How confident are you when it comes to contract negotiations? If the thought of it makes your head spin, this episode is for you! In this episode, Dr. Archana Shrestha discusses negotiating your salary as a physician in 2023 with guest Kyle Claussen. You’ll come away more confident with a few specific things to keep in mind or try in the future of your career.

Kyle is the CEO of Resolve and has spent the last decade advocating for physicians in their employment contracts. Thousands of physicians utilize Resolve’s data, tools, and expertise each year to ensure they are being treated fairly in their employment contracts. Kyle is married to an Ophthalmologist, has 3 kids, and a dog.

Key Takeaways

[03:06] Mistakes physicians make when reviewing contracts

[09:43] Do physicians have more leverage to negotiate in 2023?

[13:30] Kyle’s biggest tips for women physicians  

[18:27] What Resolve is and how it helping physicians 

In this episode, our CoFounder Archana Shrestha shares with you the 4 habits that we learned in med school that sabotage weight loss efforts for so many women physicians. She also breaks down for you some mindset shifts that need to take place to achieve lasting weight loss and invites you to check out her FREE 3 Day Mini Course called “Secrets to Lasting Weight Loss that We Didn’t Learn in Medical School” to learn how you can achieve lasting weight loss in a way that actually works for your busy lifestyle as a physician. 

To get your free ticket to the mini course simply click the link below or go to MamaDocsSchool.com

The medical industry is truly lagging in tapping into the power of life coaching compared to other industries. But what we know is that coaching works to move the needle on physician burnout and is one of the most effective proven interventions we have to help physicians achieve better wellness and overcome emotional exhaustion. 

In this episode, our Cofounder and Chief Wellness Officer, Dr. Archana Shrestha shares the data on what works and how you too can be a part of a program like the ones mentioned in these studies. Every physician, especially women physicians, need a life coach and in this episode you'll learn exactly why and the surprising cost of doing nothing about burnout. 

The title says it all! There are unique challenges sister docs face in marriage, whether your marriage consists of one or two people in medicine. In this episode, Dr. Archana Shrestha interviews Dr. Kate Mangona, both a physician and expert when it comes to marriages in medicine. Dr. Mangona shares the answers to several common questions sister docs ask when struggling to have the marriage they want and need.

Dr. Kate Mangona is a board-certified pediatric radiologist, supportive physician’s wife and mother to three little girls and a mini poodle. Kate hosts the Medicine, Marriage & Money podcast and leads Medicine, Marriage, & Money Coaching Programs where she helps married physician parents spend less time arguing with their spouse, and more time reigniting the sparks once felt during their honeymoon. She empowers physician mothers to stop stewing in anger, defensiveness, and resentment so they can create more time for love, vacations, & even investing! 

Key Takeaways

[06:27] The most common struggles in marriages 

[13:22] How does burnout affect a marriage? 

[16:40] What your spouse wants but isn’t telling you 

[20:38] How to “win” every marital argument 

[24:27] How do you fall back in love with your spouse? 

Do you feel like you are constantly having to convince others that you are good doctor? Are you equating your salary or how many patients you see per hour to your worth as a doctor? Listen in to this episode with our Co-Founder, Dr. Archana Shrestha, as she looks at the misleading things we use to determine our worth, which influences the love and compassion we give (or don't give) ourselves. You are a good doctor and this episode will help you to see all the reasons why!

As an emergency physician, certified life coach, bestselling author, speaker and entrepreneur, Dr. Archana speaks with a lot of experience, both personally and professionally with fellow sister docs she has coached on wellness and empowerment as a woman in medicine. She is passionate about helping sister docs love what they do and find balance in their personal lives.

Today’s episode is all about women physicians in the U.S. Foreign Service and what a career taking care of diplomats looks like. CoFounder Dr. Archana Shrestha interviews Dr. Ayan Ahmed Noor, currently working in Washington DC, and Dr. Dawn Osterholt, who joins in from The United Arab Emirates. These sister docs work as physicians for the U.S. Foreign Service and share their personal experiences of what it’s like to work for the Foreign Service and Department of State.

Dr. Ayan H. Ahmed Noor joined the Department of State in 2010 as a Regional Medical Officer (RMO). She came to the Department with 15 years of clinical and public health experience. Prior to joining the State Department, Dr. Noor’s background included working in international disaster relief in post-conflict countries such as Afghanistan, Democratic Republic of Congo, Liberia, and South Sudan. Dr. Noor is accompanied in Washington by her spouse, a Federal Civil Service employee with the Federal Aviation Administration, and their two boys.

Dr. Osterholt is a Regional Medical Officer for the U.S. Department of State. She is a Physician Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. As a U.S. Foreign Service Diplomat, she is in her third tour and has spent the past 5 years providing high quality healthcare in a variety of locations across the globe to members of the U.S. Federal Government, from U.S. Secretaries of State to entry-level officers and their family members. Prior to joining the State Department, she was the Medical Director of a Federally Qualified Health Center in rural Virginia. She is married with 2 children. Together they enjoy skiing, cooking, and bicycling.

Key Takeaways

[03:23] How Dr. Noor got started in the Foreign Service

[07:16] The types of patients and illnesses encountered on a daily basis

[11:05] What Dr. Noor views as the hardest part of the job

[14:00] How Dr. Osterholt is treated as a woman physician overseas

[19:13] What it’s like for her children living abroad

We are back with another great episode about relationships! Relationships are hard enough as it is, so when you throw in kids and a spouse's busy schedule into the mix things may often seem impossible. In this week’s episode, Dr. Archana Shrestha interviews Dr. Samara Potter, a sister doc who has done the work to be able to give relationship advice! Tune in to hear Dr. Potter’s insights into changing your relationships, starting with yourself!

Samara Potter is a pediatric oncologist and a certified life coach. In addition to coaching women physicians through Women In White Coats, she also coaches mothers of children with cancer to help them navigate life's challenges with calm, clarity, and confidence.

Key Takeaways

[07:20] Some of Dr. Potter’s aha moments she’s experienced being married to a doctor

[11:00] How to get rid of any resentment toward your spouse

[26:40] Why you need to make the decision that you are good enough

[29:45] How learning to celebrate each other makes a difference

Are you having a hard time feeling loved in your closest relationships? In this episode, we’re sharing a previously recorded talk by Dr. Steph Lee, an author featured in book 3 of The Chronicles of Women in White Coats. By sharing her own story, Dr. Lee explains the problems we often face in relationships and what steps we can take to finally receive love in the way we want.

What does it take to make it on the path less traveled? In this episode, Dr. Archana Shrestha interviews Dr. Sheri Dewan. Dr. Dewan is a mother, neurosurgeon and author. She reflects on the main messages from her book, “Cutting A Path,” which comes out later this year. Tune in to hear about this sister doc’s inspiring decision to pursue a career in a male-dominated field.

Do you already feel like you’re “failing” this year? As women doctors we all want to be successful. But the question is, what defines success? Is it a definition that has been handed to you by society or your parents or is it one you have defined for yourself? In this episode, Dr. Amber Robins shares with you how to come up with your own definition of success.

Key Takeaways

[01:18] How your idea of “success” has probably already changed over the years

[05:37] What to do if you’re still chasing that A+ high

Are you thinking of starting a business but are unsure of what the outcome might be? This episode will inspire you! Dr. Amber Robins interviews Dr. Ona Utama, a family doctor turned entrepreneur. Her eyewear line, Tribal ëyës, was an idea she launched in the middle of the pandemic and has since taken off. Tune in to hear more about her mindset while launching her business and the vision behind her brand.

What does it cost you to identify as a "busy doctor"? In this episode, Cofounder, Physician Life Coach and mom of two, Dr. Archana Shrestha shares with you a practical way to let go of feeling "busy" all the time and create more awareness and intention about how you spend your time while making sure you have plenty of time for your priorities.

Key Takeaways

[01:47] Why we like the word "busy"

[05:00] Do you have more moments of down time than you think?

[07:55] How to complete a time inventory

What lifts the weight of burnout so sister docs can feel in control again? In this episode, Dr. Archana Shrestha discusses the power of life coaching for women physicians with Dr. Brittany Love. Dr. Love is board certified in family medicine and geriatrics and also does academic medicine. She recently participated in the 12 week life coaching program, the Physician Wellness and Empowerment Program (PWEP). Tune in to hear an inspiring before and after story made possible by coaching!

Key Takeaways

[02:50] How Dr. Love felt before enrolling in PWEP

[09:23] How her life has changed since PWEP

[12:00] What Dr. Love had to overcome in order to invest in herself

Have you been told the answer to burnout is more or better self-care? Many sister docs think if they worked out more, got more sleep, drank more water, meditated and did some yoga then they wouldn’t feel burnt out. Sister doc this is a myth! In this episode, Dr. Archana Shrestha debunks the great self-care myth and shares what REALLY needs to be addressed in order to beat burnout.

Key Takeaways

[02:10] Why more self-care is not the solution to burnout

[05:45] The issue that really needs to be addressed

[08:33] How to do a “thought download”

Sister doc, there is nothing worse than knowing you have more untapped potential in you that you just haven’t been able to bring out. But how do you make the transition from good to great? In this episode, Dr. Archana Shrestha shares how the power of coaching puts individuals back in control of their lives. If you want to become the best version of yourself, this episode is for you!

Key Takeaways

[03:30] Why you shouldn’t try to figure everything out on your own

[08:12] How women physicians benefit from coaching

[11:42] The cost of not investing in coaching

[14:10] Why you need to change your mindset about investing in yourself

Do you make up the 56% of women doctors who feel burnt out? This episode is for you! In this episode, Dr. Archana Shrestha interviews Dr. Priya Wagle, one of the certified physician life coaches in the PWEP program. The Physician Wellness and Empowerment Program (PWEP) is a 12 week coaching program that takes women physicians from a place of burning out to burning bright without having to go part time or quit medicine altogether. Tune in to learn how coaching works and what kind of transformation sister docs in our program have experienced!

Key Takeaways

[4:30] Dr. Wagle shares more about how coaching works

[10:26] How coaching on self love helps those experiencing burnout

[18:45] Dr. Wagle shares some of the light bulb moments she’s observed

[25:00] Why women physicians shouldn’t focus on the outcome of everything

[37:01] Her final plea to those still on the fence about coaching

Training to become a doctor greatly increases our knowledge and skills. Unfortunately, that same training can negatively impact our personal thought patterns. In this episode, Dr. Archana Shrestha shares the four common thought patterns she has observed while coaching women physicians (including herself!) Tune in to see if your thought patterns are in need of refreshing!

Key Takeaways

[01:55] How training as a physician can change your thinking

[10:15] Why wanting to fix everything isn’t a good thing

[13:40] How putting yourself first first impacts everything else you care about

Women in White Coats recently created a Burnout Diagnostic Quiz for women doctors so they could better understand what is at the root of their burnout. In this episode, Dr. Archana Shrestha discusses the data collected from over 200 sister docs who have taken this quiz. Whether you’ve taken the quiz or not, this episode will help you better understand how burnout affects you personally and our sister doc community as a whole.

Key Takeaways

[02:50] Burnout trends in the Women in White Coats community

[10:43] What sister docs want life to look like beyond burnout

[13:50] Dr. Archana shares more about the three root causes of burnout

When should I have “the talk” with my kids? What if I don’t know what to say? If I accidentally say something “wrong”, will I set them up for failure? These are all valid questions we may ask when trying to educate our children about sex. Even as physicians, it can be an uncomfortable topic to approach. In today’s episode, Dr. Archana Shrestha interviews Dr. Shannon Widlansky about how to create open communication with our children about important topics like sex.

Those first few weeks with your new baby can be tiring but wonderful. So what happens when you have to go back to work? If you’re worried about pumping and providing for your baby while you’re gone, this episode is for you! Dr. Archana Shrestha interviews Dr. Petra McEwan, experienced pediatrician and Lactation Consultant. Dr. McEwan shares tips and encouragement for those sister docs balancing working and pumping as a nursing mom.

Have you ever had a good idea for a business, but been too afraid to act on it? Yet deep down inside you know it’s something you are meant to pursue? This episode is for you! Dr. Archana Shrestha interviews Dr. Dami Babaniji, an inspiring sister doc who started her own lipstick brand. Dr. Babaniji shares how she gained the confidence to pursue her idea, the inspiring message behind her brand, and so much more!

Dr. Dami Babaniji is the founder of VIP Lippy, a lipstick brand with a mission to help inspire women to change their world. Dr. Babaniji first worked as a nurse before going to medical school and becoming a board-certified internal medicine physician who also trains residents as an academic hospitalist. She is also an amazing member of Women in White Coats (you may remember her episode a year ago as a participant in the Physician Wellness and Empowerment Program!).

Key Takeaways

[04:05] VIP Lippy-what exactly does it stand for?

[09:34] Why lipstick is so important to Dr. Babaniji

[16:06] What VIP Lippy hopes to inspire in its users

[21:52] Dr. Babaniji’s encouragement for those who think they can’t run a business

Does the ideal work environment exist? In this episode, Dr. Archana Shrestha interviews Dr. Lara Hochman, who shares how she helps physicians find their ideal practice. Dr. Hochman discusses what it’s like working at a physician owned practice and what to look out for if you are considering making such a change!

Lara Hochman, MD is a Family Medicine physician, and advocate for fellow physicians’ wellbeing amidst rising burnout and dissatisfaction. Her own experiences led her to discover the ways physicians lost autonomy, and how to reclaim their focus on helping patients. She founded Happy Day Health, a boutique physician matchmaking agency to match doctors with well run, physician-owned private practices where they can avoid burnout and enjoy practicing medicine again.

“What are people going to think?” This is a question that comes to the front of our minds when making any big decision, especially when it comes to separation and divorce. In this episode, Dr. Archana interviews Dr. D., who shares that divorce does not have to be what we are conditioned to believe it is (all doom and gloom)! Tune in to hear her encouraging experience and message.

Dr. D. is a mom of two, a full time practicing child and adolescent psychiatrist, and practices telepsychiatry. She also works with psychiatry residents in a GME clinic where she helps teach and train the next wave of psychiatrists.

Key Takeaways

[03:46] Dr. D. debunks some common divorce myths

[08:33] Why timing shouldn’t influence the decision to separate

[18:45] Dr. D. shares her tips and what worked for her during the process

[22:55] Why doing the emotional “work” is pivotal

If you are feeling alone, undervalued, or like you just don’t belong in medicine, then this episode is for you! In this special CoFounders’ Conversation, Drs. Amber Robins and Archana Shrestha discuss the current culture of medicine and what Women in White Coats is doing to support sister docs. If you believe every woman doctor deserves to feel valued and confident in her career, tune in!

Key Takeaways

[04:50] What is “Bro Culture” and how does it affect women doctors?

[14:53] The main goal at Women in White Coats

[17:40] Drs. Amber and Archana share their answer to “Bro Culture”

[21:14] Why YOU are needed in this movement

In this episode, Women in White Coats author Dr. Andrea Austin interviews Dr. JoAn Monaco about her background and career. Dr. Monaco is the 2022 Hero recipient for Outstanding Achievement in Leadership and Service. 

Dr. JoAn Monaco is a native New Yorker trained in plastic and reconstructive surgery with advanced fellowship training in aesthetic surgery. Her practice focuses on facial, breast and body rejuvenation. She also served as the Program Director of the prestigious Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship for seven years, training up and coming plastic surgeons in facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelift surgery and all breast and body contouring surgery.

Key Takeaways

[01:10] Dr. Monaco shares how she got into her specialty

[04:15] How she supports patients and their expectations

[07:38] Dr. Monaco’s top skincare tip

What individuals experience in the medical field is often quite different than what individuals in most other career fields go through. Doctors’ careers take interesting turns and it can be especially challenging when it comes to finding work-life balance! In this episode, Women in White Coats author Dr. Kim Nichols interviews 2022 Hero nominee Dr. Aarti Singla. Dr. Singla shares highlights of her career journey and what she thinks about juggling career and personal life.

Dr. Aarti Singla is triple Board-certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Pain Medicine, and Independent Medical Examinations and is an integral member of the Beacon Spine care team. Dr. Singla embraces a comprehensive approach to patient care, customizing each treatment plan to her patients’ specific needs. At her disposal is a wide variety of options, including interventional pain procedures, regenerative treatments, medications, therapy, bracing, and patient education.

Key Takeaways

[02:07] Dr. Singla’s background and experiences in orthopedics

[04:55] How she got on the path to be a medical examiner

[10:16] Dr. Singla’s take on balancing a career and home life

Are there specific moments in your life and career that have taught you to have gratitude? In this episode, Women in White Coats author Dr. Christine Vo interviews Hero nominee Dr. L’Issa L. Gates. Dr. Gates shares what she’s learned about gratitude during her time in pediatrics as well as a cancer survivor. Tune in to hear this inspiring sister doc share her story!

Dr. L’Issa L. Gates is one of the preeminent physicians in the Greater New Orleans Metropolitan area. She is a native New Orleanian who practices pediatrics and preventive medicine and is the first African American Partner at Westside Clinics, AMC now Ochsner Westside where she delivers outstanding healing services with a caring, nurturing approach.

Key Takeaways

[03:23] The funnest part about Pediatrics

[11:25] Dr. Gates shares her diagnosis journey with breast cancer

[16:40] What she is currently working on and some final thoughts

Physician suicide is no easy topic, but that doesn’t mean we can’t or shouldn’t talk about it. Dr. Pamela Wible has examined over 2,000 physician suicide cases and collected data that is more than just statistics. In this episode, Dr. Archana Shrestha interviews Dr. Wible about her observations over the years and what each of us can do to break the stigma associated with suicide and mental health issues.

Dr. Pamela Wible was a Women in White Coats 2022 Hero of the Year nominee. In between treating her own patients and helping doctors launch community clinics, Dr. Wible devotes herself to medical student and physician suicide prevention. Her extensive database and suicide registry reveals highest- risk specialties—and solutions. Dr. Wible runs a free doctor suicide hotline and has helped countless medical students and physicians heal from anxiety, depression, PTSD, and suicidal thoughts so they can enjoy practicing medicine again.

Key Takeaways

[02:30] How Dr. Wible got into the subject of physician suicide

[06:50] The type of data she has collected over the years

[13:50] Why physicians don’t ask for help

[24:32] Dr Wible’s advice for those feeling unsupported in their environment

[29:48] How doctors can create more ideal practice settings

[40:22] Dr. Wible’s simple suggestion for a daily mental health check-in.

Have you tried everything to get out of burnout? Though you may be exhausted, it’s not a problem that a good night’s sleep will solve. In this special episode, Dr. Archana Shrestha shares mistakes sister docs make trying to get out of burnout and what REALLY works. If you want to burn bright again but are unsure how to get there, this episode is for you!

Key Takeaways

[02:08] Common mistakes sister docs make while fighting burnout

[10:08] The specific mistake that makes sister docs feel stuck

[16:44] Why changing circumstances doesn’t always help

[20:48] Common concerns and questions about PWEP

Do you ever get so stuck on how to move forward, that you forget how far you’ve come already? Dr. Kim Nichols, a recent participant in our Physician Wellness and Empowerment Program (PWEP), turned to coaching to remind herself of her strengths and capabilities. In this episode, Dr. Archana Shrestha interviews Dr. Nichols about her experiences in PWEP and how she has moved forward with her career as a result. If you’re feeling stuck, tune in to this episode, as you are not alone!

Key Takeaways

[02:48] Dr. Nichols shares some of the struggles she faced as a busy mom and doctor

[07:30] How coaching reminded her that she is not alone

[12:05] Why sister docs need to be careful with how they treat themselves

[16:59] How life has improved for Dr. Nichols since participating in PWEP

[21:45] Her advice to those considering the program but are still unsure

Can coaching really change your life? Dr. Julie Lindower, a recent participant in our Physician Wellness and Empowerment Program (PWEP), says it has made her “glow.” In this episode, Dr. Archana Shrestha interviews Dr. Lindower about her experiences in the program, including why she decided to give it a try and how her life and career have since changed. If you are unsure about coaching, tune in to hear how it transformed everything for this fellow sister doc!

Key Takeaways

[04:26] Dr. Lindower shares why she made the decision to try coaching

[09:03] How the program helped boost her confidence levels

[12:53] Why the group experience was so important to Dr. Lindower’s success

[16:15] Her biggest takeaways from the program

[21:19] How things have changed since participating in PWEP

[28:45] What Dr. Lindower would say to those still unsure about coaching

There is no one size fits all solution to burnout! All women physicians are different and experience burnout for varying reasons. After helping so many sister docs overcome this challenge, we’ve come up with the three main root causes of burnout. In this episode, Dr. Archana Shrestha describes what we’ve observed and what resources are available to get you back to burning bright!

Key Takeaways

[03:11] The 1st root cause of burnout

[06:56] The 2nd root cause, which involves our male counterparts

[10:07] The final root cause, which the vast majority of women physicians experience

Let’s talk about babies! In this Co-Founders Conversation, Drs. Amber Robins and Archana Shrestha talk about their babies- from actual children to some of their favorite Women in White Coats projects! Whether you’re a mom or not, all sister docs will enjoy catching up with our Co-Founders to hear what’s going on in our sister doc community!

Key Takeaways

[02:20] How Dr. Amber is feeling about becoming a mom

[07:04] Dr. Archana shares about giving yourself grace as a new mom

[12:00] Has work culture changed to better support moms?

[17:54] Reminiscing the birth of the blog (and what has come since)

[21:20] Dr. Archana talks about her “baby,” the Physician Wellness and Empowerment Program (PWEP)

[27:22] The biggest motivation behind the Women in White Coats community and projects

In this episode, Dr. Julie Lindower interviews Hero of the Year Nominee, Dr. Natalie Stevens. Dr. Stevens shares how she got started in medicine, where she’s been and where she is now. Every sister doc’s career is unique, but Dr. Stevens shares that as long as you are true to yourself, you will be successful! 

Dr Stevens is very passionate about medical education, and plays an active role in resident education and the mentorship program at Lenox Hill Hospital Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is very honored to be a clinical assistant professor with Hofstra University. Dr. Stevens is currently a member of the administrative team of Northwell Health in the position of Director of Patient Safety for Lenox Hill Hospital Department of Ob-Gyn. When she’s not in the office or hospital, she enjoys spending as much time as possible with her husband and son.

Key Takeaways

[01:29] Why Dr. Stevens chose Ob/Gyn

[07:38] What advice she would share with her students

[14:13] How Dr. Stevens spends her personal time

This episode is a special one! Dr. Archana Shrestha interviews Dr. Maryam Zia, who was voted by her peers as the 2022 Women in White Coats Hero of the Year! Dr. Zia reflects on receiving this award and shares her thoughts on self compassion. Tune in to hear this hero’s message to all sister docs!

Maryam Zia is a hematologist/oncologist, currently working at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. She is also an assistant professor of internal medicine at Rush University. Aside from her clinical care, she is interested in global health, having completed two missions in Arequipa, Peru, as part of Health Volunteers Overseas. Maryam participates in the teaching of medical students, residents, and fellows, research, service, and quality improvement initiatives.

Key Takeaways

[03:24] Some of Dr. Zia’s greatest challenges as a hematologist

[08:38] How sister docs can have more self compassion with themselves

[13:45] What it’s like working at Cook County Hospital

As a doctor, mom or wife do you ever feel like you can’t be vulnerable? Dr. Robin Davies felt this way early on in her medical career, that’s why she chose to write about it in the latest edition of The Chronicles of Women In White Coats. In this episode, fellow author Dr. Sophia Bhatia interviews Dr. Davies about her book chapter and other experiences. Any sister doc who’s struggled to be vulnerable will relate to what Dr. Davies has to say!

Dr. Robin Davies is a general family dentist practicing in Newbury, Massachusetts at her practice, Parker River Dental. Dr. Davies is also a health and life coach, which she pursued to help her patients and others find the path to health and wellness, especially since the pandemic hit. She is the co-founder of Embracing Change- Lasting Health Change, where she focuses on helping people with weight loss and stress management. Dr. Davies is the mother of two sons and has a love for horses and the outdoors.

Key Takeaways

[03:05] Dr. Davies shares the inspiration for her book chapter

[07:32] What Dr. Davies is most passionate about right now

Do you find yourself trying to be perfect? It’s time to change your way of thinking! In this episode, Dr. Christine Vo interviews Dr. Julie Lindower, both authors in book 4 of The Chronicles of Women in White Coats. Dr. Lindower talks about her book chapter and the importance of connecting with others over our imperfections. Tune in for a refreshing and authentic conversation about what it means to be human!

Dr. Julie Lindower is a newborn intensive care doctor at the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital in Iowa City, Iowa. She is excited to listen, learn and grow with Women in White Coats! Dr. Lindower views her work as an intentional effort to help create an environment in which children and their families can be healthy and live meaningful lives. She especially enjoys sharing the vocation of medicine with health professions students, who bring her a sense of hope for the future!

Key Takeaways

[06:03] How Dr. Lindower got involved with the book project

[08:28] The main theme in her book chapter

[12:03] What Dr. Lindower wished she knew when starting out in her career

Do you have a distinct memory that defines your experience as a woman in medicine? Then this conversation will speak to you! In this episode, Dr. Robin Davies interviews Dr. Andrea Austin, both authors in book 4 of The Chronicles of Women in White Coats. Dr. Austin shares her background and previews her book chapter which focuses on gender bias. Any sister doc will enjoy and relate to both the challenges and successes shared in this episode!

Dr. Austin graduated medical school from the University of Iowa. She completed an emergency medicine residency at Naval Medical Center San Diego (NMCSD). In 2016, she deployed to Iraq as part of a Shock Trauma Platoon. She was the first female emergency medicine physician to be stationed at Navy Trauma Training Center (NTTC) at LA County + USC, one of the busiest trauma centers in the United States. Dr. Austin works in Southern California as an emergency physician, simulation educator, and coach.

Key Takeaways

[01:37] Dr. Austin shares a story that helped inspire her book chapter

[06:52] How gender bias has influenced her career

Where’s your happy place? In this week’s episode, Dr. Archana Shrestha interviews Dr. Marion Mull McCrary about how to create your own happy place close to home. Dr. McCrary shares her five step planning process that will bring you that same uplifting feeling you experienced on your last retreat or vacation. Every sister doc needs to “get away,” so tune in to learn just how easy it can be!

In this week’s episode Dr. Kim Nichols interviews Dr. Kimberly Meyer, both authors in book 4 of The Chronicles of Women in White Coats. Dr. Meyer talks about why she wanted to be a part of the project and shares a bit about the experiences that inspired her chapter on resiliency. If you’re a sister doc who’s been told that this path is “just too hard,” then this episode is for you!

Dr. Kimberly A. Meyer is a dentist boarded in Pain and Sleep. Dr. Meyer graduated from Tufts University of Dental Medicine in 1998. Dr. Meyer’s passion to learn continued into orthodontics and growing airways. Her children’s struggles with migraines, poor sleep and bed wetting drove her to delve into Pain and Sleep education. Dr. Meyer lives in Hampton, New Hampshire with her four kids and a four year old grandson.

Key Takeaways

[02:53] Why Dr. Meyer chose to focus on resiliency in her book chapter

[07:22] An experience that shocked her but made her journey come full circle

[10:40] Dr. Meyer shares about her current passions

As a physician, Dr. Christine Vo knows about healing, but she firmly believes in the power of storytelling to heal as well! In this episode, she shares a few stories of her own in addition to what it was like authoring a chapter in book 4 of The Chronicles of Women in White Coats. Tune in to hear how this sister doc’s outlook on healing has changed over time!

Dr. Christine Vo is a board-certified Obstetrician/Gynecologist and Life Coach for high-achieving women. She received her undergraduate degree from UC San Diego, and medical degree at Boston University. She completed residency training in OBGYN at the University of Hawaii. She has been in OBGYN practice for over a decade taking care of women and their families. Dr. Vo served as a physician in the US Air Force, and now continues to practice in the civilian world. After going through a period of burnout, aside from the support of her family, coaching was a critical factor to her recovery.

Key Takeaways

[01:38] How the power of storytelling pushed Dr. Vo to contribute to book 4

[06:57] The obstacles she has faced as a woman in medicine

[12:16] What most women physicians fail to do when starting out in their career

Whether you’re new or not to managing student loans, just thinking about it can be overwhelming. If this is you, then tune it to this week’s special episode as Dr. Archana Shrestha sits down with Certified Financial Planner® Lauryn Williams. In just half an hour, Lauryn offers TONS of advice and options for every sister doc trying to navigate student loans. You will come away knowing exactly which action steps to take so you can stress less!