Life Balance: an Inside Job

In this episode, we welcome back Dr. John Rose as cohost for a conversation with Dr. Gary Tamkin—Emergency Physician and Vice President of Provider Development at US Acute Care Solutions. Together, they explore what it really takes to find happiness and fulfillment in the high-stakes world of emergency medicine. From the trap of the arrival fallacy to the pressure of always chasing the next milestone, Dr. Tamkin shares personal insights and practical strategies tailored to the unique challenges EM clinicians face. You’ll come away with two actionable tools to help build more meaning, balance, and joy—both on shift and off. What are your tips for avoiding burnout and finding balance? Share them with us on social media @empulsepodcast or connect with us on ucdavisem.com Hosts: Dr. Julia Magaña, Professor of Pediatric Emergency Medicine at UC Davis Dr. Sarah Medeiros, Professor of Emergency Medicine at UC Davis Guest Host: Dr. John Rose, Professor of Emergency Medicine and EMS Medical Director at UC Davis Guest: Dr. Gary Tamkin, Emergency Physician and Vice President of Provider Development and US Acute Care Solutions Resources: Podcast: 10% Happier with Dan Harris Podcast: Hidden Brain with Shankar Vedantam Transitions by William Bridges, PhD with Susan Bridges The Happiness Advantage by Shawn Achor **** Thank you to the UC Davis Department of Emergency Medicine for supporting this podcast and to Orlando Magaña at OM Productions for audio production services.

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