Welcome to Episode 70 of the Sustainable Clinical Medicine Podcast!

In today's episode, our host, Dr. Sarah Smith, engages in a captivating conversation with the renowned Dr. Dike Drummond.

Dr. Drummond shares his fascinating journey from physician to burnout coach, highlighting his experiences in addressing physician burnout and the sustainability of medical practices. He discusses the impact of his work, emphasizing strategies to manage burnout and cultivate a balanced career.

Join us as we explore the vital importance of understanding and pursuing an ideal job description in the medical profession and the profound impact it can have on physician well-being.

Here are 3 key takeaways from this episode:

1️⃣ Burnout is not a problem to solve, but a challenge to manage. Dr. Drummond emphasizes the need for a strategy, not a definitive solution, in preventing and recovering from burnout.

2️⃣ Identifying your ideal job description and aligning it with your current role is crucial. Understanding the overlap between your current and ideal job feelings can help guide necessary adjustments for a more fulfilling practice.

3️⃣ For solo practitioners, setting boundaries and delegating tasks can be game-changers in preventing burnout. Dr. Drummond highlights the benefits of direct pay models and negotiating service packages with patients.

Dr. Dike Drummond Bio:

Dr. Dike Drummond is a Mayo trained Family Practice physician, burnout survivor, executive coach and founder of TheHappyMD.com. He teaches simple methods to lower stress, build more life balance and a more ideal practice. These tools were discovered and tested via Dr. Drummond’s 3000 hours of physician coaching experience. Since 2010, he has also delivered live burnout prevention training to over 40,000 physicians on behalf of 175 corporate and association clients on four continents.

So, grab your stethoscope, and let's embark on this insightful and empowering episode.

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Welcome to Episode 69 of the Sustainable Clinical Medicine Podcast!

In this solo episode, Dr. Smith delves into the theme of uncertainty in family practice, sharing insightful scenarios and thought-provoking perspectives. She explores the impact of negative thinking on clinical decision-making and presents a compelling case for changing thought patterns to transform outcomes.

From navigating self-doubt and anxiety in medical practice to advocating for self-confidence and self-compassion, Dr. Smith offers practical advice for healthcare providers.

Join us as we explore the transformative power of deliberate thought and its profound impact on sustainable clinical practice.

Here are 3 key takeaways from this episode:

1️⃣ Thoughts and beliefs drive feelings, actions, and results – and they can be deliberately changed. Physicians can rewire their autopilot and build resilience in the face of uncertainty.

2️⃣ Coping with uncertainty in medical decision-making is crucial for maintaining strong doctor-patient relationships and managing stress. Learning to trust yourself and seeking support from colleagues can make a significant difference.

3️⃣ Embracing self-doubt and anxiety in clinical practice and redirecting them to self-compassion and self-confidence is essential. It's time to shift from seeking constant validation to fostering a positive mindset to create better patient outcomes.

Tune in to gain valuable insights on managing uncertainty and reshaping your approach to clinical practice. Join the conversation and let's work towards creating sustainable and fulfilling clinical experiences!

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**** Charting Champions is a premiere, lifetime access Physician only program that is helping Physicians get home with today's work done. All the proven tools, support and community you need to create time for your life outside of medicine.

Learn more at https://www.chartingcoach.ca

**** Enjoying this podcast? Please share it with someone who would benefit. Also, don’t forget to hit “follow” so you get all the new episodes as soon as they are released.

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**** Questions? Comments? Want to share how this podcast has helped you? Shoot me an email at admin@reachcareercoaching.ca. I would love to hear from you.

In Episode 68 of the Sustainable Clinical Medicine Podcast, we have the privilege of hearing from Dr. Debrah Wirtzfeld, a retired surgical oncologist and executive healthcare administrator turned executive coach and consultant.

Dr. Wirtzfeld takes us through her fascinating journey, from her impactful roles in the medical field to her current focus on leadership and professional development. She shares insights on skills development, career growth, and the progress of healthcare systems, with a particular emphasis on creating sustainable workflows for physicians.

Join us as we explore the evolution of the surgical culture, mentorship, finding work-life balance, and the importance of self-compassion in the healthcare industry.

Here are 3 takeaways from this episode:

1. Building a sustainable career in clinical medicine requires intentional and consistent work to enhance performance through building potential and addressing limitations.

2. Setting boundaries is paramount to sustainability in clinical medicine.

3. Intentionally addressing time management and focus is vital to sustainability in clinical medicine

Dr. Debrah Wirtzfeld Bio:

Dr. Debrah Wirtzfeld is a retired senior healthcare executive and physician leader with over 15 years of experience working with senior and executive leaders in developing their unrecognized potential. As Founder and CEO of MD Confidence Consulting Inc., she has a passion for assisting clients in successfully navigating sustainable and impactful leadership challenges and career transitions. The power of her approach is found in engaging clients around the Gallwey (Timothy Gallwey) equation “Empowered Performance = Potential – Interference”. She challenges clients to expand their strategic networks, focus their time and attention, step up to act despite fear or a lack of confidence, and own their successes in order to optimize their potential. She has incorporated this approach into her wildly successful ‘She Knows ShiFt!’ Career Transitions Coaching Package.

Debrah holds an MD from the University of Calgary, an MBA and Certificate in Executive Coaching from Royal Roads University, and an ICD.D from Rotman School of Management. She is certified in the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (Individuals, Leadership, and Teamwork), PROSCI® Change Management, EQi-2.0, and as a facilitator for Crucial Conversations. She currently sits as the Board Chair of the Canadian Physician Coaches Network (CPCN or www.Coach4MD.org ).

Connect and learn more from Dr. Wirtzfeld:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/debrah-wirtzfeld-md-mba-pcc-91281819/
• www.sheknowsshift.com

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**** Charting Champions is a premiere, lifetime access Physician only program that is helping Physicians get home with today's work done. All the proven tools, support and community you need to create time for your life outside of medicine.

Learn more at https://www.chartingcoach.ca

**** Enjoying this podcast? Please share it with someone who would benefit. Also, don’t forget to hit “follow” so you get all the new episodes as soon as they are released.

**** Come hang out with me on Facebook or Instagram. Follow me @chartingcoach to get more practical tools to help you create sustainable clinical medicine in your life.

**** Questions? Comments? Want to share how this podcast has helped you? Shoot me an email at admin@reachcareercoaching.ca. I would love to hear from you.