In this episode of the CCIM podcast, host Dr Elise Putt speaks with Dr Anthony Llewellyn to discuss his diverse career and the various roles he currently holds. Dr Llewellyn shares how he balances his time between psychiatry, coaching other doctors, consulting with organisations, and participating in speaking engagements and podcasts. He also talks about his recent board role as the chair of the accreditation committee for South Australia Medical Education Training.Dr. Llewellyn reflects on his journey into medicine, mentioning that he was drawn to the field due to his desire to help people and the admiration doctors receive in society. While he initially had an interest in psychiatry, he found himself gravitating towards management and administrative roles, which started during his time in medical school. He attributes his success in these roles to his problem-solving skills, people management abilities, and willingness to take on new challenges.The discussion also dives into Dr Llewellyn's decision to take a year off between medical school and his internship, a decision that was frowned upon by many. However, he shares how this year off actually enhanced his skills and prepared him for the role of an intern. He emphasises the importance of gaining experience in logistics, negotiation, problem-solving, and people management, as these skills are often crucial for interns.Join Elise and Anthony as they delve into the various career opportunities available in medicine and discover how following a non-traditional path can lead to fulfilling and impactful roles within the healthcare industry.To get more CCIM, subscribe so you never miss an episode, join our Facebook community and subscribe to our newsletter!Website: https://creativecareersinmedicine.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CreativeCareersInMed/Find resources including access to career coaching from Dr Llewellyn here: https://advancemed.com.au/The CCIM Podcast is a proud member of the Talking HealthTech Podcast Network - the premier audio destination for cutting-edge insights and thought leadership in healthcare delivery, innovation, digital health, healthcare ICT, and commercialisation. Learn more at www.talkinghealthtech.com/podcast/network

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