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Ep #124: The One Thing that Gets Physicians Out of Burnout with Dr. Archana Shrestha
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 when trying to get out of burnout and what REALLY...
Ep #123: Getting Unstuck in Your Career with Drs. Kim Nichols and Archana Shrestha
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...
Ep #122: Empowerment and Career Advancement Through Life Coaching with Drs. Julie Lindower and Archana Shrestha
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,...
The Cost of Doing Nothing About Burnout
I remember when I first thought about enrolling in a life coaching program. As a physician, my first thought was that perhaps it was a sign of weakness. Here I was an attending physician, who had completed her residency training and was board certified practicing...
Metric Shaming in Medicine and 3 Steps to Overcome It
This week on the blog, we are sharing a preview of Dr. Archana Shrestha's chapter in the latest installment of The Chronicles of Women in White Coats! Keep reading to hear what Dr. Shrestha says about metric shaming: The Roller Coaster Ride Looking back at my career...
How to Overcome the Struggles of Being a Doctor Mom
As a mom of 5 and a pediatrician and lactation consultant, I am one busy woman. If you are reading this, your life is probably just as crazy as mine. As physicians, we are charged with the task of taking care of others. But many times that leaves us too empty to take...
300 Physician Suicides a Year: Our Silent Healthcare Epidemic
Another physician suicide happened on December 27, 2021. Shock, despair, and disbelief hit me all at once when I read the Facebook post about my colleague. No, no, no!!!! Not again!! I can’t believe this happened again. I felt a huge dagger pierce my heart. I could...
Announcing Our 2022 Women in White Coats Hero of the Year!
Dr. Maryam Zia was voted by her peers as the 2022 Women in White Coats Hero of the Year! She was presented her award at the 2022 Women in White Coats CME Conference and Wellness Retreat and this is her beautiful and touching acceptance speech. Good evening. Hope...
300 Physician Suicides a Year: Our Silent Healthcare Epidemic
Another physician suicide happened on December 27, 2021. Shock, despair, and disbelief hit me all at once when I read the Facebook post about my colleague. No, no, no!!!! Not again!! I can’t believe this happened again. I felt a huge dagger pierce my heart. I could...
Three Ways to Celebrate Women in Medicine Month
“Celebrate good times…come on, let’s celebrate” “Party like it’s your birthday” September is Women in Medicine Month, and it is time to celebrate! How do you celebrate the holidays and special occasions in your life? Do you wait until someone honors you or do you make...
What to Do When You Feel Like Quitting Medicine
Quitting medicine may sound like a crazy idea to friends and family who have seen you work so hard over the years. But for you, it may be something you are seriously considering if you are burnt out and have long ago lost that passion that got you through medical...
Between Burnout and Bloom
Regardless of specialty or experience, all physicians may experience burnout at some point in their career. Let's talk about how to assess and treat the symptoms of burnout, and what some alternative solutions may include. What is Burnout? The World Health...
Maintaining Professional Balance: Balance does not mean equal
How do you maintain balance in your professional life? That is the million-dollar question. The most important thing to understand and accept is that balance does not mean everything is always being handled equally at any one time. This acceptance was eye-opening for...
How I Gained Back My Femininity as a Woman Doctor
I’ve been getting a lot of compliments on my feminine outfits lately. The reason is because I recently Marie Kondo’d my closet and got rid of all the things I didn’t use or love. What Happened When I Took a Hard Look In My Closet I took a long look in my closet, then...
How to Find Joy in Being a Doctor Mom
Being a doctor mom is no easy feat. There is much to juggle, and it can be tough to find any sort of true work-life balance. There are many struggles that come with this role, but there are many more joys to being a mother in medicine. As a pediatrician and...
Book 4 Sneak Peek: Music and Medicine by Dr. Amber Robins
This week on the blog, we are sharing a preview of the chapter Dr. Amber Robins wrote in the latest installment of The Chronicles of Women in White Coats! Keep reading to learn more about her background with music: As a kid, I saw many family members in the hospital....
5 Ways to Advocate Instead of Complicate Your Family Member’s Healthcare
Physicians, dentists, and other health professionals rarely talk about when physicians advocate or interfere in their family member's healthcare. I strongly suspect we have all encountered this emotionally-charged subject. And what is the best way to navigate through...
A Doctor’s Reaction to AAPI Stereotypes in Pixar’s New “Turning Red” Movie
I Was Raised by South Asian Immigrant Parents I was born in a small American town and raised in a family with South Asian roots. My physician father immigrated to the United States during the “brain drain” between 1966-1975 when physicians and scientists from...
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