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Dr. Kyle Burton graduated from Harvard Medical School with a dual degree obtaining an MD-MPP and he's here to share his BEST study tip! [ From the archives. ] SUBSCRIBE. Rate and review! Share this episode with one person today. Thank you : )  ----- Follow the journeys:  Dr. Kyle Burton IG > @kylerenardb Dr. Trot:  Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot  DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals  Comfy shirts > doctorgoals.com

"I'm going to go against the grain of what I've taken to be as my norm, which shouldn't be my norm with criticizing myself too much and not believing in myself. And I'm going to fight against that..." Powerful words said by Chris Wachuku, a senior medical student who is moments away from starting his dermatology residency.  On today's episode, we talk about:  How to overcome being your own worst enemy and self-criticism. Depression and medical school.  The anxiety that can come with being a minority in medicine and how being "othered" can negatively impact you emotionally, how people perceive you and even your performance.  What he would do to increase his chances of matching into dermatology if he had to go through the application cyclce again.  And more! SUBSCRIBE. Rate and review! Share this episode with one person today. Thank you : )  ----- Follow the journeys:  Dr. Chris Wachuku  IG > @doctor.christopher (Soon-to-be) TikTok > Science and Skin Dr. Trot:  Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot  DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals  Comfy shirts > doctorgoals.com Contract negotiation tips: click here!

Dr. Ron Ortizo is a gastroenterologist who originally didn’t plan on becoming a doctor. His career started as a high school science teacher. Education fueled his passion and his career path seemed pretty clear. But then things changed and he started to consider the idea of becoming a doctor. On today's episode:  How (and why) he changed his path from becoming a high school teacher to a doctor. How he felt being years “behind” his medical school classmates.  We also dive deep into his biggest struggle: residency. The day-to-day grind that pushes you in ways you can’t imagine + the politics... The challenges of intern year and how he "climbed" out of a dark tunnel that he didn't realize he was in.  [ From the archives. ] SUBSCRIBE. Rate and review! Share this episode with one person today. Thank you : )  ----- Follow the journeys:  Dr. Ron Ortizo IG > @ronaldortizomd Dr. Trot:  Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot  DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals  Comfy shirts > doctorgoals.com Contract negotiation tips: click here!

This episode is a part of the NEW contract negotiation series on The DOCTORGOALS Podcast. Other episodes to checkout: Contract Negotiation: Why You Need This Termination Clause in Your Contract How to Negotiate for a Moving Bonus Malpractice Insurance: What Every Doctor (and Trainee) Needs to Know Life as a Plastic Surgeon Attending, the Before and After with Dr. Wilton Triggs II What's More Important: Salary or Autonomy Become you're own advocate. Stand strong in what you believe in...which includes you! SUBSCRIBE to Dr. Trot's negotiation newsletter for more tips. Completely free. No spam. Just helpful tips. Click here! To help support the podcast, please rate and review wherever you're listening. Thank you for being here! * * * Finger clicks and good V I B E S: Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals Comfy tees > doctorgoals.com

Dr. Erin McBride Johnson is an emergency medicine physician who burned out...twice. For awhile, she put her head down and "pushed through" clinging onto the belief that life will get better, "Once I'm an attending." And in many ways, it did. But, it was temporary.  On today's episode, we talk about: The challenges of becoming a new attending that we don't learn about in training but can have a big impact on our career and happiness.  Why, "Just push through" isn't always the best approach. The changes that she made to pivot her career and it wasn't solely changing jobs. The power of shifting the stories we tell ourselves.  Resources: https://www.dontclockout.org https://www.physiciansupportline.com/ https://www.therapyaid.org/ Checkout this popular episode featuring Dr. Erin McBridge Johnson: Doctors Share Why They Chose Their Specialty  SUBSCRIBE. Rate and review! Share this episode with one person today. Thank you : )  ----- Follow the journeys:  Dr. Erin McBridge Johnson: IG: @physicianburnoutcoach Website: erinmcbridewellnesscoach.com Dr. Trot:  Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot  DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals  Comfy shirts > doctorgoals.com Contract negotiation tips: click here!

Not matching into a residency position is more common than you think but who can really be prepared to receive the dreaded news that they did NOT match?  If you didn't match or will be applying to residency in the future, click play for an important listen.  If you know someone who didn't match, please share this episode with them.  Proof that it's possible to succeed as a doctor after not matching: Finding Out That You Didn't Match and What to Do Next with Dr. Shelley Jain  Trusting the Process with Dr. RJ Turner | Sports Medicine  Follow the journeys:  Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot  DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals  Comfy shirts > doctorgoals.com  

March madness!  If you matched into a residency position, first off CONGRATULATIONS! Next up, tune into this episode to hear what to do (and expect) next.  SUBSCRIBE. Rate and review! Share this episode with one person today. Thank you : )  Be sure to checkout this episode before you start intern year!: How to Survive Intern Year with Emergency Medicine Resident Dr. Drew Beaubian ----- Follow the journeys:  Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot  DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals  Comfy shirts > doctorgoals.com Contract negotiation tips: click here!  

Dr. Mannat Kaur walked into college with a plan to become the next doctor. What original seemed clear became a tough, murky journey that put her dream into question. Despite not getting into U.S. medical schools, she took advantage of her acceptance at a Caribbean medical school, which ultimately led her to secure a residency position in New York City. Dr. Mannat Kaur shares why it's so important to not listent to "no", especially when it doesn't come from within.  An incredible episode from the archives. Update! Dr. Mannat Kaur is now a GI fellow.  SUBSCRIBE. Rate and review! Share this episode with one person today. Thank you : )  ----- Follow the journeys:  Dr. Mannat Kaur > @doctormannat Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot  DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals  Comfy shirts > doctorgoals.com Contract negotiation tips: click here!  

Dr. Karen Leitner is a physician coach who shares 10 ways (and other incredible tips!) to make your day easier as a woman doctor. Some are “small” changes that you can start doing today and watch it make a BIG impact on your work day and possibly even happiness. Overview:  Don’t check your email during clinic hours. Say thank you for waiting instead of, “I’m sorry I’m late”.  Tell patients that you’re happy to see them. Take a 20 second pause in between each patient.  You did not create the system…It’s a waste of your time to let the patient complain to you about it. Give them the manager or CEO card. (We get to agree with the patient.) Treat yourself like a cranky toddler. If you’re hungry, eat! Don’t run off to see the next patient or finish a chart.  Pee when you have to! (Why do we walk around with overfilled bladders!)  Instead of fixating on what you’re not doing well and the more that you have to do, focus on getting 1% better.  Assume that everyone is doing their best and you don’t know how well you would do if you had their genetics, their upbringing, or their political beliefs. (Brene Brown) Try to remember why you decided to be a doctor in the first place. SUBSCRIBE. Rate and review! Share this episode with one person today. Thank you : )  ----- Follow the journeys:  Dr. Karen Leitner > @karenleitnermd Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot  DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals  Comfy shirts > doctorgoals.com Contract negotiation tips: click here!

It's easy to get overwhelmed by a physician job contract and just want to sign to secure the job and to finally start making money as an attending. But before you jump to signing, there actually is a lot to consider before you sign that lengthy, legal document.  On today's episode, we talk about an important termination clause that you should look for in your contract. And, if it's not there, why you should try to get it added in.  This episode is a part of the NEW contract negotiation series on The DOCTORGOALS Podcast. Other episodes to checkout: How to Negotiate for a Moving Bonus Malpractice Insurance: What Every Doctor (and Trainee) Needs to Know Life as a Plastic Surgeon Attending, the Before and After with Dr. Wilton Triggs II What's More Important: Salary or Autonomy SUBSCRIBE to Dr. Trot's new negotiation newsletter for more tips. Completely free. No spam. Just helpful tips. Click here! To help support the podcast, please rate and review wherever you're listening. Thank you for being here! * * * Finger clicks and good V I B E S: Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals Comfy tees > doctorgoals.com

Dr. Damien Medrano is a radiology resident and co-founder of Built for Medicine who shares his journey as an underrepresented minority and the first in his family to become a doctor.  We also talk about:  Why he didn’t fully dedicate himself to medical school as a pre-med student. Why his interests switched from pediatrics to surgery to, “Nothing is really grabbing my attention…” to ultimately going into radiology. Why it’s so important to keep an open mind.  SUBSCRIBE. Rate and review! Share this episode with one person today. Thank you : )  Contract negotiation tips: click here! ----- Follow the journeys:  Dr. Damien Medrano > @damien_med Built For Medicine IG > @builtformedicine Built for Medicine YouTube channel  Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot  DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals  Comfy shirts > doctorgoals.com

Getting into medical school is hard enough, but chosing which specialty to go into can be a very overwhelming and daunting decision. On today's episode, multiple doctors share: Why they decided to go into their specialty.  The best part about their specialty.  Common misconceptions about their specialty.  Advice for those interested in their specialty.  The inside scoop directly from those "walking the walk".   Checkout today's awesome guests: Dr. Betsy Grunch, neurosurgery: @ladyspinedoc Dr. Erin McBride Johnosn, emergency medicine: @physicianburnoutcoach Dr. RJ Turner, primary care sports medicine: @sportsbagmd Dr. Shanika Esparaz, ophthalmology: @shani_esparazmd Dr. Anjali Malik, radiology: @anjalimalikmd Dr. Nnaemeka Nweke, PM&R: @dr_onyemmeme_md Dr. Kristine Goins, psychiatry: @thenomadmds Host: Dr. Trot @iamdrtrot SUBSCRIBE! Share this episode with a friend today. Learn how to negotiate your physician contract: Subscribe to the completely free Negotiator Newsletter!

Dr. Lauren Powell (aka The Culinary Doctor) is a board certified family medicine physician who has a special interest in nutrition. But let's face it, busy schedules can make it difficult and feel impossible to priortize your eating. On today's episode, Dr. Powell shares how to do just that with actionable tips!  Share this with one person today!  Fun finger clickies:  Dr. Lauren Powell > @drlaurenpowell  Use code 'DOCTORGOALS' at checkout for 20% off her store items at https://drlaurenpowell.com Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot  DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals  Comfy shirts > doctorgoals.com

It's easy to get overwhelmed by a physician job contract and just want to sign to secure the job and to finally start making money as an attending. But before you jump to signing, there actually is a lot to consider before you sign that lengthy, legal document.  On today's episode, we talk about why a moving bonus is so important and how to negotiate for one. It could literally save you thousands of $$$ dollars.  This episode is a part of the NEW contract negotiation series on The DOCTORGOALS Podcast. Other episodes to checkout: Malpractice Insurance: What Every Doctor (and Trainee) Needs to Know Life as a Plastic Surgeon Attending, the Before and After with Dr. Wilton Triggs II What's More Important: Salary or Autonomy SUBSCRIBE!  To help support the podcast, please rate and review wherever you're listening. Thank you for being here! * * * Finger clicks and good V I B E S: Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals Comfy tees > doctorgoals.com

High yield advice from people who come from different walks of life.  Click play. Enjoy!  SUBSCRIBE. Rate & Review.   * * *  Links: Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals Comfy tees > doctorgoals.com

Dr. RJ Turner was set on becoming an orthopaedic surgeon. And right before that "dream" became a reality, his path was derailed after finding out that he didn't match.  On today's episode, we talk about: Whether he regrets letting go of surgery and going into primary care.  How he ultimately ended up pursuing family medicine, a specialty he initally "wrote off" and didn't consider in medical school.  Common misconceptions of family medicine. (Some may surprise you!) Why networking is so vital as a doctor and trainee.  SUBSCRIBE. Rate and review! Share this episode with one friend. Thank you : )  ----- Follow the journeys:  Dr. RJ Turner > @sportsbagmd Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot  DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals  Comfy shirts > doctorgoals.com

Dr. Anita Patel is a pediatric critical care physician who candidly shares how she found herself in (and outside of) medicine. (Rewind!)  Please support the podcast by leaving a quick review!  SUBSCRIBE. Flexor tendon workouts: Dr. Anita Patel > @anitakpatelmd Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals  Rep' DOCTORGOALS 

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Whether you're in training or out in practice, one thing is for sure: dealing with personalities and differences among people can be difficult and even contribute to someone being miserable, leaving a program or even quitting their job. On today's episode, I remind you of something that I hope will bring you some peace, courage, and strength no matter your story, physical appearance, sexual orientation, disability, learning style...no matter who are you or what you "represent".  Click play!  Share this episode with one friend today. Thank you!   * * *  Links: Dr. Trot > @iamdrtrot DOCTORGOALS > @doctorgoals Comfy tees > doctorgoals.com Dr. Trot's NEW YouTube Channel [ study music, lofi ]: DJ StudyMix MD