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Episode 43: Work-Life Balance, Private Practice, and Last-Minute Travel with Dr. Heather Bacala

Episode 43: Work-Life Balance, Private Practice, and Last-Minute Travel with Dr. Heather Bacala

Update: 2025-10-14
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What happens when an OB-GYN, mom of three, and business owner decides she’s done doing it all and starts doing it smarter? In this episode, Dr. Heather Bacala, joins Dr. Courtney Downes to share how she’s built a life that blends work, family, and travel without burning out.

Dr. Heather shares what it takes to manage a busy medical practice in Las Vegas while still making time for family adventures, from working remotely in Kauai to spontaneously rerouting a Tahiti trip to St. Croix at the airport. She shares the mindset shifts that helped her stop “doing it all,” the freedom that comes from outsourcing, and how she turned everyday business expenses into business-class travel using points and miles.

You will learn:

- How Dr. Heather built a sustainable OB-GYN practice while prioritizing family time

- How to turn business expenses into travel rewards using the right credit cards

- Work-life balance strategies for female physicians and entrepreneurs-

Why outsourcing and support systems are essential for avoiding burnout- How spontaneity can lead to unforgettable family adventures

Whether you’re a doctor, small business owner, or parent looking to reclaim your time, this episode proves that you can have a thriving career and a rich personal life  with the right mindset, systems, and a few travel points.

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Episode 43: Work-Life Balance, Private Practice, and Last-Minute Travel with Dr. Heather Bacala

Episode 43: Work-Life Balance, Private Practice, and Last-Minute Travel with Dr. Heather Bacala

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