Send us a text In this episode of the So You Want to Work in Healthcare podcast, host Leigha, a physician assistant, delves into the pressing issue of burnout in the healthcare profession. She explores the concept of taking a sabbatical as a potential remedy for burnout, sharing her personal experiences and insights. Leigha emphasizes that while a sabbatical can be a transformative decision, it is crucial to approach this time off with intention and purpose. She candidly discusses the common ...
Send us a text In this episode of the So You Want to Work in Healthcare podcast, host Leigha welcomes Kat Astrup, the founder of PA the FI Way and a Psychiatry PA, to discuss her career journey and her mission to help PAs with their finances. Kat shares her experiences and insights into the world of healthcare, particularly focusing on the importance of financial planning and the impact of burnout, especially in the current healthcare landscape. Whether you're considering a career in he...
Send us a text Links: Find Leigha's free Sabbatical Starter guide or sign up for her online course at here website: OffDutyOnPurpose.com In this episode, host Leigha returns after a hiatus to discuss an important and pervasive issue in the healthcare industry: burnout. Having recently taken a sabbatical to travel the world and reset, Leigha shares personal experiences and insights on overcoming burnout. Whether you call it a sabbatical, a mini-retirement or a career break, this episode ...
Send us a text In this episode of the "So You Want to Work in Healthcare" podcast, host Leigha welcomes Dr. Morgan Taylor, a pediatric nurse practitioner and the chief nursing officer at the Archer Review. Morgan shares her journey into healthcare, which began with her early exposure to the medical field due to family health issues. Initially set on becoming a ballerina, a significant injury redirected her path toward nursing. This episode dives into the world of nurse practitioners, discussi...
Send us a text Episode Summary: In this episode of the "So You Want to Work in Healthcare" podcast, host Leigha welcomes Dr. Ralph Gonzalez, the Executive Chief Medical Officer for OnCall Solutions and a seasoned hospitalist. Dr. Gonzalez shares his journey into the medical field, revealing that his passion for healthcare began at a young age and has always felt like a true calling. He recounts how he never contemplated another career path, even as a child with a Fisher Price doctor kit. This...
Send us a text In this bonus episode of the "So You Want to Work in Healthcare" podcast, our host Leigha shares valuable advice gathered from her Instagram followers, specifically tailored for current and prospective Physician Assistant (PA) students and medical students. The responses are surprisingly rich and diverse, offering practical tips that can benefit anyone in PA or med school or those applying to these programs. Listeners will also get a brief yet informative overview of what a PA ...
Send us a text In this episode of the "So You Want to Work in Healthcare" podcast, host Leigha Barbieri sits down with Kristin Burton, a critical care Physician Assistant (PA) and founder of Strive Coaching, a company dedicated to financial literacy for medical professionals. Kristen shares her journey into the medical field, influenced by her entrepreneurial parents and a societal perception of medicine as a respected and financially stable career. They discuss Kristin's decision-making proc...
Send us a text In this episode of the "So You Want to Work in Healthcare" podcast, hosts Leigha and Heather discuss essential tips for acquiring patient care hours, a common query among aspiring PA and med school applicants. Heather Struhl, also known as @Heather_theinjector, shares her experiences and insights into how to effectively gather patient care hours and the importance of shadowing in the medical field. Leigha shares some tips and tricks to gaining patient care hours while also crea...
Send us a text In this episode of the So You Want to Work in Healthcare podcast, host Leigha welcomes Dr. Xander Boger, a physical therapist and mind-body movement coach, known for her appearance on the Netflix show Queer Love Ultimatum. Xander shares her journey into the healthcare field, reflecting on her high school aspirations and the desire to serve others. Listeners will gain insights into the unique perspective of a physical therapist and coach, as well as the impact of reality TV on h...
Send us a text Thank you to our sponsor, InCrowd. Check out how to earn money quickly from medical surveys here: https://incrowdanswers.com/register/?referredId=32&referredDescription=helloimthepapodcast&utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=helloimthepa&utm_content=RegisterNow In this episode of "So You Want to Work in Healthcare," host Leigha welcomes back Heather Struhl, also known as Heather The Injector, for part one of an insightful discussion on Operati...
Send us a text In this episode of "So You Want to Work in Healthcare," host Leigha introduces us to Joseph Rad, a seasoned critical care Physician Assistant (PA) with seven years of experience based in Atlanta, Georgia. Leigha and Joseph delve into his journey into healthcare, discussing the motivations and experiences that led him to his current career. The episode also touches on Joseph's popular TikTok account, where he shares entertaining and insightful content related to his profession. ...
Send us a text "So You Want to Work in Healthcare" is a podcast hosted by Leigha Barbieri, designed to provide an insider's perspective on various healthcare professions. In this episode, Leigha interviews Meg Conover, a seasoned Physician Associate (PA) with 15 years of experience, currently working in internal medicine at a psychiatric hospital. Meg shares her journey from aspiring to be a doctor to becoming a PA, discussing the challenges and rewards of her diverse career path, which inclu...
Send us a text Interview Tips! In this bonus episode of the "So You Want to Work in Healthcare" podcast, host Leigha shares her personal experience with the PA school interview process. Originally an audio from a YouTube video, Leigha offers practical tips and candid advice for aspiring physician assistants. She recounts her own interview, highlighting the importance of preparation, confidence, and authenticity. Leigha provides actionable tips such as practicing mock interviews, dressing comf...
Send us a text In this episode of "So You Want to Work in Healthcare," host Leigha Barbieri interviews Omar Khateeb, an entrepreneur and host of the "State of Medtech" podcast. Omar shares his unique journey from medical school dropout to successful medical device sales and marketing professional, and eventually to starting his own company. He discusses the challenges and rewards of making significant career changes, emphasizing the importance of intuition, curiosity, and continuous learning....
Send us a text In this episode of the "So You Want to Work in Healthcare" podcast, hosts Leigha Barbieri and guest Heather Struhl, both physician assistants, delve into the top ten highest paying specialties for PAs. They kick off with a discussion on the painful experience of IUD insertion, advocating for better pain management guidelines. The episode transitions into a detailed breakdown of PA salaries across various specialties, starting from orthopedic surgery at $128,000 to cardiovascula...
Send us a text In this episode of "So You Want to Work in Healthcare?" host Leigha Barbieri interviews Lauren Leckliter, a seasoned nurse and clinical specialist in thoracic perfusion. Lauren shares her deeply personal journey into healthcare, shaped by her father's accident and her own medical challenges as a child. She discusses the realities of healthcare education, the emotional toll of her work, and her current role in organ transplantation. The conversation also touches on the importanc...
Send us a text In this episode of the "So, You Want to Work in Healthcare?" podcast, host Leigha and returning guest Heather discuss the top ten healthcare jobs as reported by U.S. News. They provide insights into each profession, discussing aspects like median salaries, job projections, and educational requirements. The episode also touches on the use of ketamine by Elon Musk, exploring its medical and non-medical uses. Throughout the episode, Leah and Heather share personal experiences and ...
Send us a text This episode of the "So You Want to Work in Healthcare" podcast features Dr. Sanjay Juneja (you may know him as @theoncdoc), a hematologist-oncologist, entrepreneur, podcast host, and social media personality. Host Leigha Barbieri delves into Dr. Juneja's journey into medicine, his passion for teaching, and his personal experiences that led him to specialize in oncology. They discuss the challenges of work-life balance in the medical profession, the complexities of healthcare b...
Send us a text As the host of the So You Want to Work in Healthcare podcast, I shared a bonus episode to provide more content to my listeners. In this episode, I discussed my experience as a Physician Assistant (PA) in orthopedic surgery, highlighting why I chose this field and why I find it rewarding. I emphasized the hands-on experience, the satisfaction of seeing patients recover after surgery, and the PA-friendly nature of orthopedics. I also shared personal insights on starting in orthop...
Send us a text Join us on the "So You Want to Work in Healthcare" podcast where your host, Leigha, dives into the diverse world of healthcare professions. In this insightful episode, Leigha interviews Chrissy Massaro, a seasoned nurse anesthetist, co-founder of Confident Care Academy, podcast host, and influencer. Chrissy shares her personal journey into medicine, starting from a young age due to her sister's experiences with Turner Syndrome and autism. Our listeners get the chance to underst...