The Doctor's Crossing Carpe Diem Podcast

Episode #255: From Charting to Clinical Decisions: How AI Is Changing Medicine

AI is already changing how physicians work, and we're still in the early stages. It may be drafting your notes while you stay present with the patient, handling a first p

Episode #254: Difficult Conversations at the White Coat Crossroads

You know something needs to change in your career, but actually asking for what you need can feel daunting. How do you ask to reduce your hours or take less call without

Episode #253: Successful but Still Unfulfilled? Discover Your Zone of Genius

Have you achieved the success you once dreamed of, only to find yourself wondering, "Why doesn't this feel more fulfilling?" If so, you're not alone. In this thought-prov

Episode #252: The Surgeon's Crossroads: Is This a Hard Season or Time for a Change?

Every physician faces difficult seasons. But how do you know when it's time to push through and when it's time to consider a different path? In this episode, I'm joined

Episode #251: Regulatory Writing: An Overlooked Career Path for Detail-Oriented Physicians

Curious about a flexible, high-paying nonclinical career that still uses your medical expertise? In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Keagen Hadley, an occupational therapi

Episode #250: Two Physicians, One Mission: Building a Nonclinical Career Conference

What happens when two physicians take their own career crossroads experiences and turn them into a mission to help others? In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Mandy Armit

Episode #249: Is Locums Right for You? A Flexible Path You Might Be Overlooking

Could locum tenens be the career option that gives you more freedom, flexibility, and renewed purpose in medicine? In this episode, Dr. Trevor Cabrera shares how choosing

Episode #248: The Unexpected Career Path That Started with Moonlighting

If you've been looking for a way to use your clinical skills, stay patient-facing, and make an impact—without the full weight of traditional practice—this episode may ope

Episode #247: What if Your EMR Frustration Is a Career Clue? Exploring Clinical Informatics

Curious if your EMR frustrations could actually lead to a new career path? This episode might spark something unexpected. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Jonathan

Episode #246: Exploring Leadership as a Physician: Where to Begin

Have you been thinking about stepping into leadership but aren't sure where to begin? In this episode, Heather is joined by Dr. Leo Spector, an orthopedic spine surgeon

Episode #245: AI Roles for Physicians (No Tech Background Required)

If you've ever wondered whether physicians can work in artificial intelligence without learning to code, this episode may surprise you. In this episode, I welcome back Dr

Episode #244: Thriving After a 12-Year Malpractice Lawsuit: An Emergency Physician's Story

Have you ever thought, "If I got sued, I don't think I could survive it?" Malpractice litigation is one of medicine's unspoken fears. We know it's possible — but we rar

Episode #243: How a Reluctant "Yes" Led to an Unexpected New Path

Have you ever done everything "right" on paper, matched into your specialty, landed your first attending job, checked all the boxes, only to lie awake wondering why it st

Episode #242: Negative Google Reviews: How to Respond and Be Proactive

Have you ever had a negative online review stick with you far longer than it should? Even when you know you provided excellent care, one harsh comment can feel deeply per

Episode #241: Medical Board Investigations: Common Triggers and Smart First Steps

What would you do if you opened your mail and saw a letter from the medical board? For many physicians, that moment triggers fear, shame, and a flood of worst-case scenar

Episode #240 - How to Get Paid Consulting for Startups and Venture Firms.

If you've ever looked around your workplace and thought, "There has to be a better way to do this," you're not alone. Many physicians see inefficiencies, gaps in care, an

Episode #239: Your Career Doesn't Have to Be One Thing. Hello Portfolio Career!

What if your career didn't have to be just one thing? In today's episode of the Doctors Crossing Carpe Diem podcast, we explore the idea of a portfolio career—a profess

Episode #238: Finding Your Zone of Genius: A GPS for Career Alignment

Have you ever felt like you're doing everything "right" in your career, but something still feels off? You're not alone. In this episode, I'm diving into one of my favori

Episode #237: The Gratitude Trap - How to Stay Out of It

We're often told that gratitude is the answer, that if we could just appreciate what we have, everything would feel better. And while gratitude can be grounding and heali

Episode #236: A Trauma Surgeon's Unexpected Journey Into Patient Advocacy and Navigation

Have you ever found yourself helping a loved one through a confusing medical situation and thought, "I wish I could do this full-time"? You're not alone. Many physicians