#99 Dr Nick Coatsworth: Leading a Nation Through Crisis – Insights on Infectious Disease & Mental Health (Deputy Chief Medical Officer During COVID-19)
Description
Dr Nick Coatsworth became a household name during the COVID-19 pandemic, fronting national press conferences as Australia’s Deputy Chief Medical Officer. But behind that calm presence is a remarkable career in medicine, public health, and humanitarian aid.
In this episode, we explore Nick’s path from medical school to conflict zones with Doctors Without Borders, his time working in the Northern Territory, and how he found himself unexpectedly stepping into one of the country’s most visible health leadership roles.
We dive into the personal toll of high-stress environments, how he thinks about mental health and burnout, and what keeps him driven today outside of the public spotlight.
This is a conversation about resilience, purpose, and the unexpected turns careers can take—even at the highest levels.
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