Best Chelsea Turgeon Podcasts (2025)

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What Happens When You Stop Living the Script and Start Living Your Truth with Dr. Letizia Alto 40:07

4d ago40:07

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Have you ever felt like the life you are living isn't actually yours- but a script you’ve been following? This episode is your permission slip to stop settling for the life you were told to want—and start rewriting it in a way that feels like you. It's a deeply inspiring conversation with Dr. Letizia Alto, CEO of Semiretired MD, Fast Fire Capital a…

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Episode 247: Cheryl Erpelding from Bethany’s Gait Ranch 31:21

5d ago31:21

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Thank you for tuning in for another episode of Life’s Best Medicine. Cheryl Erpelding is the Horsemanship Director at Bethany’s Gait Ranch—a non profit ranch that pairs rescue horses with active duty, veterans, first responders, and their families to help both heal and grow. Cheryl has years of experience in horsemanship, riding, training, teaching…

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Everything I’ve Never Shared About My First Year In Business As a Doctor Turned Aspiring Entrepreneur 20:36

6d ago20:36

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Ever wonder what it really looks like to start a business after leaving medicine—like behind the highlight reel? It can feel daunting to leave behind the rigid structure of medicine and venture into the wild west of entrepreneurship. There's a chaotic mix of inspiration, confusion, and pressure to “do it all.” In this episode, I pull back the curta…

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Episode 246: Who Do You Say That I AM? 19:18

12d ago19:18

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Thank you for tuning in for another episode of Life’s Best Medicine. This is a special Easter episode! Do you know who Judas Iscariot is? He is one of the most tragic characters in all of Scripture and literature generally. How could a person who walked with Jesus and saw his miracles turn against him and betray him in the end for a few silver coin…

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I Don’t Want to Be A Career Coach For Doctors Anymore—The Truth I Can't Keep Avoiding 16:25

13d ago16:25

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Have you ever known something deep down… but avoided saying it out loud because it might change everything? In this vulnerable episode, I open up about the massive shift I’ve been quietly making behind the scenes and what I need to admit outlout. You'll learn: Exactly how I realized there were parts of my business that I've outgrown. that Why I’m c…

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How Doctors Can Use ChatGPT to Finally Get Unstuck in Their Career Change 20:49

18d ago20:49

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Do you feel totally stuck in your career search—unsure what jobs to even look for, convinced you're unqualified, and terrified of ending up in something meaningless? If you're spending hours scrolling job boards and Googling “nonclinical careers” only to feel more confused, drained, and uninspired—you’re not alone. That sense of stuckness isn't bec…

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Episode 245: Dr. Laura Buchanan 1:08:25

19d ago1:08:25

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Thank you for tuning in for another episode of Life’s Best Medicine. Dr. Laura Buchanan is a double board-certified physician in family and obesity medicine with a passion for using lifestyle modification as the first-line standard of care. She is a certified metabolic health practitioner (MHP), and a Board and founding member of the Society of Met…

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Doctors Who Stay Stuck In Unfulfilling Careers Are Failing To Ask This Question 12:24

20d ago12:24

12:24

Are you still stuck in a career that drains you more than it fulfills you? You say you "don't know what you want", but the truth is... you are dismissing the things that you want. You think your desires are silly, childish or unrealistic. So you discount them before even exploring them. This episode is the pep talk you need to believe that it IS po…

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Confused About What’s Next? 3 Somatic Tools Doctors Can Use to Create Clarity During a Career Change. 18:45

27d ago18:45

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Feel like you’re going through the motions in your career — uninspired, unfulfilled, and wondering if you're ever going to feel lit up by anything again? On paper you have it all- but on the inside you feel disconnected, numb, and unsure what’s next. In this episode I teach you how to stop waiting for passion to magically appear — and how to start …

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How to Know If You’ve Reached the End of the Road in Medicine Before You Burn Out Completely | 🔥 A millennials hot take on common career change advice for doctors 10:05

1M ago10:05

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What if you didn’t have to hit rock bottom before realizing it’s time to walk away from medicine? So many doctors stay in medicine long past the point of alignment—trying to “fix” themselves, change jobs, adjust schedules, or force a better mindset. But what if all those tweaks are just delaying the inevitable? In this episode, we explore how to re…

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Episode 244: P.D. Mangan 1:10:29

1M ago1:10:29

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Thank you for tuning in for another episode of Life’s Best Medicine. P.D. Mangan is is a 68-year-old scientist with expertise in microbiology, biochemistry, and pharmacology. Passionate about the impact of diet and exercise on anti-aging and longevity, he champions metabolic health, the value of real foods, and the importance of resistance training…

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You Don’t Have to Keep Trying Harder: How Doctors Can Reduce Burnout by Trying Differently Instead 12:53

1M ago12:53

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If trying harder hasn’t helped you escape burnout, maybe it’s time to stop pushing—and start trying a different way. Most doctors are wired for effort. When things feel off, we go into fix-it mode—work more, study harder, push through. But what if the real solution to burnout isn’t more effort... it’s different effort? In this episode, we unpack wh…

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The Hidden Cost of "Put Your Head Down and Power Through" | 🔥 A millennials hot take on common career advice for doctors 12:30

1M ago12:30

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Have you ever been told to "just push through" a toxic work situation? What if that advice is costing you more than you realize? Through medical training- we condition ourselves (and eachother) to tolerate being overworked and mistreated. And this behavior and ethos has severe repercussions to the entire profession of medicine. In this episode, we …

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Episode 243: Ben Azadi 1:07:39

1M ago1:07:39

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Thank you for tuning in for another episode of Life’s Best Medicine. Ben Azadi is the author of four best-selling books, Keto Flex, The Perfect Health Booklet, The Intermittent Fasting Cheat Sheet, and The Power of Sleep. He has a brand new book out now called Metabolic Freedom in which he presents a 30 day guide to restore your metabolism, heal ho…

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Why Searching for Passion Keeps Doctors Stuck in Burnout—And What to Do Instead 19:10

1M ago19:10

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Do you ever find yourself wishing you had something you were truly passionate about—only to come up empty every time? You’re not alone. So many healthcare professionals I talk to feel disconnected, uninspired and unsure how to find something that lights them up. The good news is you are not broken. It’s just the way you are searching for passion th…

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What If ‘Being Realistic’ Is The Very Thing Keeping You Trapped? | 🔥 A millennials hot take on common career change advice for doctors 10:18

2M ago10:18

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How many times have you shut down a dream job or career idea because it didn’t seem “realistic” enough? But what if trying to be realistic- is actually the very thing keeping you stuck in a career you don’t love? The people who actually make an impact on the world…are not the people who are hell bent on “being realistic”. In today’s “hot take” podc…

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Episode 242: Dr. Chelsea Turgeon 1:09:50

2M ago1:09:50

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Thank you for tuning in for another episode of Life’s Best Medicine. Dr. Chelsea Turgeon is an MD-trained career coach, bestselling author, digital nomad, and host of the Life After Medicine podcast. In 2019 she left the hustle and grind of her OBGYN residency to travel the world and start her own online business. Now she helps healthcare professio…

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The 6 Questions Every Doctor Should Ask Before Making a Career Change (so you don’t end up in burnout again) 18:08

2M ago18:08

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You’ve done everything you were “supposed to do” career wise- but you still feel like this isn't what you are meant to be doing. You crave something with more meaning and more purpose. If you’re feeling lost about your next career move, you’re not alone. Many doctors reach a point where they realize medicine no longer fulfills them, but they don’t …

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Episode 241: The Arizona Low Carb Collaborative 27:15

2M ago27:15

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Thank you for tuning in for another episode of Life’s Best Medicine. The Arizona Low Carb Collaborative is coming soon (March 22-23)! Join us for a day filled with delicious low-carb food, informative talks, and a chance to connect with like-minded individuals. Whether you're a seasoned low-carb pro or just starting your journey, this event is perf…

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Why Most Career Advice Fails You (And the Secret to Getting Real Clarity) | 🔥 A millennial’s hot take on career change advice for doctors 10:18

2M ago10:18

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Have you been posting in FB groups asking for advice about what you should do? Are you hoping that if you just ask enough people- someone will give you the right answer. Have you noticed- that the more times you ask for advice- the more confused you actually get? That more information does not actually equal more clarity. In this episode, you’ll le…

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Episode 240: Ezra Lavinsky, LPC 57:34

2M ago57:34

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Thank you for tuning in for another episode of Life’s Best Medicine. Ezra Lavinsky is a Licensed Professional Counselor and the founder of Forward Momentum Counseling in Prescott, Arizona. With the goal of supporting clients in cultivating deeper self-love and fostering more meaningful connections with others as his guiding principle, Ezra combines…

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There Are More Career Opportunities Than You Realize—How Doctors Can Explore a Career Change in Health Tech 37:06

2M ago37:06

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Do you want to explore some non traditional ways to use your medical degree- but you are unsure where to start? This episode is your ultimate quick start guide to exploring the world of Health Tech. In this interview with Lauren Curtis of Hey Health Tech, you will learn: ➡️ How to create your dream postion using intrapreneuership ➡️ Why trying to m…

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How Doctors Can Leverage Their Hidden Strengths for Unlimited Career Change Opportunities 16:10

2M ago16:10

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You don’t see a clear path out of medicine and it’s making you feel hopeless. You’ve googled “what else can I do with my medical degree” but none of the options listed feel like the right fit The reason you are struggling to find a clear path out of medicine is because you don’t know how to turn what you love into a career. Because having a medical…

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Episode 239: Hannah Warren 1:06:23

2M ago1:06:23

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Thank you for tuning in for another episode of Life’s Best Medicine. Hannah Warren is the Mental Health Communications and Advocacy Manager at Metabolic Mind. Hannah writes and advocates for increased awareness of the emerging field of metabolic psychiatry. In July 2021, she implemented ketogenic therapy and ultimately put her bipolar 1 disorder in…

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5 Surprising Benefits for Doctors Leaving Medicine: How a Career Change Can Improve Every Aspect of Your Life 15:41

2M ago15:41

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Have you ever wondered what life could look like beyond medicine? Maybe you worry about everything you stand to lose when leaving medicine... but have you ever thought about what you stand to gain? What if leaving actually led to significantly more fulfillment, confidence, and connection? In this episode, I share the 5 most unexpected ways my life …

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Is the Grass Greener on the Other Side? Why Most Doctors Fail at Career Change & How to Do It Right. 14:33

2M ago14:33

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Will leaving medicine or changing careers actually make things better? Or will you just end up in a new job with a different kind of burnout? Many healthcare professionals hesitate to make a career change because they worry that the grass isn’t actually greener on the other side. They worry they will put all this effort into making a change and fee…

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Episode 238: Harry Fisher 1:03:47

2M ago1:03:47

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Thank you for tuning in for another episode of Life’s Best Medicine. Harry Fisher is a seasoned paramedic and military veteran with a service record spanning the Army and Air Force since 1997. His extensive frontline experience includes witnessing the profound impacts of unconstitutional COVID-19 protocols and the dangers associated with the COVID-…

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How to Make A Career Change You Won’t Regret: The 5 Part Framework for Doctors in Burnout 15:28

2M ago15:28

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Are you trying to figure out what’s next after medicine- but are worried about making (another) career choice that you regret. You’re not alone—many doctors experience burnout and struggle with the fear of making the wrong career move. But what if you could make a change with confidence, knowing you won’t regret your decision? In this episode you’l…

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Why Work-Life Balance Is NOT The Answer To Avoiding Burnout | 🔥 A millennials hot take on career change advice for doctors 13:49

2M ago13:49

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Is work-life balance actually making burnout worse? You’ve been told to chase balance, but what if that’s not the real solution? If you’ve been struggling to find that perfect work-life balance and still feel drained, frustrated, or stuck in a cycle of burnout, you’re not alone. Many high achievers, especially perfectionists, find themselves chasin…

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Episode 237: Dr. Andrea Salcedo 56:42

3M ago56:42

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Thank you for tuning in for another episode of Life’s Best Medicine. Dr. Andrea Salcedo is a Board Certified OBGYN with a Master's in Public Health, a wife, and mother of three young boys. She is also a Certified Nutrition Network Practitioner, having completed a rigorous, evidence-based training program focused on addressing lifestyle and nutritio…

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I QUIT my career as a doctor when I learned these 3 things about MONEY 13:24

3M ago13:24

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You’d love to quit your job and never set foot in the hospital again but- you feel trapped because of the money. You’ve got a student loan balance that is growing by the day. You don’t know how to change to something else that pays what you make clinically. You are not alone- so many medical professionals feel like they have no choice but to stay i…

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Why being “100% replaceable at work” is actually a red flag |🔥 A millennials hot take on career change advice for doctors 12:14

3M ago12:14

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Have you ever been told this piece of career advice- that seems like good advice- but is actually quite strange and harmful. “You’re 100% replaceable at work. you’re not replaceable at home. If you died tomorrow your job would replace you in a week or less”. But if that’s true. If someone else could take your job without anyone blinking an eye… wha…

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Episode 236: Mark Sisson 56:47

3M ago56:47

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Thank you for tuning in for another episode of Life’s Best Medicine. Mark Sisson is a New York Times bestselling author, media personality, ex-endurance athlete (5th place USA Marathon Championship, 4th place Hawaii Ironman finish), and founder of the PRIMAL KITCHEN® brand. He has been educating the world on nutrition and the benefits of fat and pr…

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How to Make a Career Change When Nothing Interests You: A Doctor’s Guide to Finding the Right Path 11:02

3M ago11:02

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Are you searching LinkedIn hoping to find an alternative way to use your medical degree? But your eyes glaze over reading the roles and responsibilities of another clinical director position. You’re not alone. Many doctors exploring career change find themselves stuck in the same loop. Scrolling job listings, feeling uninspired, and wondering if th…

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Everything You’ve Been Told About “Following Your Passion” is Wrong |🔥 A millennial’s hot take on career change advice for doctors 10:59

3M ago10:59

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Do you feel confused or triggered by the word passion? Either you desperately wish you had a passion to follow…. but keep coming up short. OR You do have something you are passionate about- but feel like it’s not realistic to follow that. For millennial doctors experiencing burnout or questioning their career path, there is so much confusing and co…

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Episode 235: Christine Trimpe 57:53

3M ago57:53

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Thank you for tuning in for another episode of Life’s Best Medicine. Christine Trimpe is an author, speaker, and weight loss coach. 48 years old and 100+ pounds overweight, Christine’s health was in a precarious position. She had also been battling fatty liver disease, pre-diabetes, sleep apnea, and painful ovarian cysts. Today, her body has been s…

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Episode 234: Aging on Your Terms Conference w/Dr. Ben Bocchicchio 26:16

3M ago26:16

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Thank you for tuning in for another episode of Life’s Best Medicine. Dr. Ben Bocchicchio is the author of 15 Minutes to FITNESS: Dr. Ben's SMaRT Plan for Diet and Total Health and has been an innovator and leader in the fields of fitness, exercise, and health since the 1970s. He was awarded degrees in the fields of Health and Exercise at the underg…

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The Unexpected Rewards of Embracing the Unknown in your Career Change: What Happens When Doctors Venture off the Beaten Path. 21:13

3M ago21:13

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Have you been feeling a dullness glaze over you? Like there’s nothing specifically wrong- but you feel a sense that there’s something missing in your career. In today’s episode, I share an interview with Dr. Sabrina Falquier, founder and owner of Sensations Salud. We dive into her inspiring career journey from accidentally discovering her purpose a…

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The 6-Step Checklist Every Doctor Must Follow Before Resigning From Medicine 14:55

3M ago14:55

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Thinking about quitting medicine but terrified of making the wrong choice? If you’ve been dreaming of leaving your medical career but are stuck in a loop of fear, guilt, or uncertainty, this episode is what you’ve been looking for. You’ll learn how to tune into your body’s signals to make big decisions without overthinking. how to transform fear of…

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Episode 233: Tammy Frost 1:16:48

3M ago1:16:48

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Thank you for tuning in for another episode of Life’s Best Medicine. Tammy Frost is a highly experienced PA with a laundry list of awards, honors, certificates, and degrees. She practices medicine at her own private practice, Grace Direct Primary Care, where she helps patients to heal by taking a holistic approach to health and well being. Specific…

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Why Leaving Medicine Feels Like Escaping a Cult: 7 Red Flags Doctors Should NOT Ignore When Considering a Career Change 13:41

3M ago13:41

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Have you ever wondered why leaving medicine feels so difficult? So many healthcare professionals report feeling trapped in the medical field. They struggle to leave—not because they don’t want to, but because of the emotional, financial, and psychological barriers that make it feel like there’s no way out. In this episode, you’ll: Learn 7 cult-like…

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What to Consider Before Making a Career Change 16:06

3M ago16:06

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Do you know that clinical medicine isn’t your end game—but the thought of giving your notice is terrifying and overwhelming. It feels like you are standing on the edge of a cliff, looking down into the deep, dark abyss. But, giving your notice does NOT need to feel like jumping off a cliff into a pit of darkness. In this episode, you’ll learn: How …

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Episode 232: Doug Reynolds 1:00:36

3M ago1:00:36

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Thank you for tuning in for another episode of Life’s Best Medicine. Doug Reynolds is the Founder and CEO of LowCarbUSA®. The organization was founded in the beginning of 2016 with the initial intention of providing a platform, through an annual conference, for internationally renowned scientists and medical practitioners to present the ever-increa…

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The Mistake Doctors Can’t Afford to Make When Resigning From Medicine: How to Avoid Hitting Rockbottom in Your Career Change 20:07

3M ago20:07

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Do you know that clinical medicine isn’t your end game- but you keep powering through anyways. You are trying to make it until you the end of the academic year, or until your finish your PSLF. Maybe you are low key hoping that things will magically get better, or that some other opportunity will come to you- making it easy to walk away. Meanwhile- …

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Exactly HOW I Built Up the Courage to Resign: The Career Change Formula for Doctors. 16:41

4M ago16:41

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Do you know that you are meant for more than the grind of clinical medicine but- the idea of turning in your resignation feels like jumping off a cliff into the dark abyss. If you’ve been longing for a career that is inspiring and energizing- instead of draining, but you feel a pit in your stomach about going into the unknown, this episode is for y…

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Episode 231: Andy Schoonover 1:07:55

4M ago1:07:55

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Thank you for tuning in for another episode of Life’s Best Medicine. Andy Schoonover is the CEO and founder of CrowdHealth, a company that deploys a crowdfunding model to pay its users' medical bills. CrowdHealth, which is currently operating in all 50 states, can even help people when they're overseas. The idea for CrowdHealth was born shortly aft…

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Sneaky Signs You’re Stuck in a Scarcity Mindset and How to Break Free | ✨💖 5 Shifts for a Fulfilling Career Change in 2025 11:01

4M ago11:01

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Do you feel trapped by the belief that every job market is oversaturated, leaving you stuck settling for scraps instead of pursuing what truly excites you? Scarcity thinking, ingrained through medical training and competition, keeps many healthcare professionals feeling stuck and afraid to make bold career moves. This episode explores why the perce…

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You’ll Stay Stuck in Burnout Until You Embrace This Change | ✨💖 5 Shifts for a Fulfilling Career Change in 2025 13:29

4M ago13:29

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Have you ever felt like guilt is the only thing keeping you in a job you no longer love—like walking away would make you selfish and leave others struggling? If you’ve been holding onto a career that drains you out of fear of letting others down, you’re not alone. This episode dives into the shifts you need to make to leave behind guilt-driven deci…

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Why Doctors Should "Fail Fast" towards Fulfillment | ✨💖 5 Shifts for a Fulfilling Career Change in 2025 11:17

4M ago11:17

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Have you ever delayed applying for a job or making a career move because you’re stuck in your head, worrying about whether it’s the “perfect” choice—only to feel even more trapped as time slips away? Overthinking keeps you paralyzed, making every decision feel monumental awith so much pressure to get right. It stops you from taking even the smalles…

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The Simple Solution for Crafting Your Exit Strategy When You're Too Burned Out to Think | ✨💖 5 Shifts for a Fulfilling Career Change in 2025 11:23

4M ago11:23

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Are you caught in a vicious cycle— of wanting to find a way out of clinical medicine, but feeling too drained after work to properly think about what’s next? Working full time in medicine can be all consuming. When you come home after a full day of clinic... you are probably way too exhausted to think about creating an exit strategy or a game plan …

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