The Doctor's Crossing Carpe Diem Podcast
Episodes
Episode #143: Are You At Risk Of Jeopardizing Your Ability To Practice?
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We all know that good communication is essential in medicine. From connecting with patients to interacting with colleagues, interpersonal communicatio...
Episode #142: 5 Things To Do Before Leaving Medicine - Revisited
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of my career mantras is "fix it up before you give it up". That's because leaving medicine is a big deal, but burnout can have you looking for the...
Episode #141: Leaving Medicine - Should I Stay Or Should I Go? Revisited
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Deciding whether to stay in clinical medicine or leave is a high-stakes choice many physicians consider, and it's important to know you aren't alone i...
Episode #140: Is it too soon to explore nonclinical options as a medical student or resident?
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While many physicians shift into nonclinical roles at the mid- or late-career stage, it's not unusual for those as early as medical school or residenc...
Episode #139: Are You Making Any Of These Common Mistakes On The Career Change Path?
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Let's face it, physicians like to do things perfectly. However, the career change path is uncharted territory for most physicians, and unexpected chal...
Episode #138: Is Your Communication Style Helping You Or Hurting You?
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
No matter your career path, being an effective communicator is an essential skill in any professional setting. Yet, most of us haven't received any fo...
Episode #137: When Answers Aren't Coming Soon Enough
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When you're burned out and considering leaving clinical medicine, it's natural to treat your career transition like a project that needs to be complet...
Episode #136: A Surgeon Shares Her Advice For Becoming A CMO
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you've considered pursuing a leadership role, you may have wondered what it's like to be a Chief Medical Officer, or CMO, and what exactly the day-...
Episode #135: 7 Steps To Rock Your Informational Interviews
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When you're considering a nonclinical career, an informational interview can be an invaluable tool in your career change toolbox. Informational interv...
Episode #134: Being A Physician Advisor in a Non-Hospital-Based Role
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The physician advisor role is one that can be a bit confusing to understand just from the title alone. Our guest today, Dr. Ron Hirsch, is going to he...
Episode #133: Do You Have What It Takes To Start A Business?
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What parts of your current role would you change if you could? Flexibility? Work-life balance? Autonomy? Variety? These are among the top aspects of t...
Episode #132: Do You Have An Inner Leader In You?
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered if you have an inner leader in you? My guest today, Dr. Mayan Bomsztyk, never intended to follow a leadership path in her caree...
Episode #131: Finding Great Work-Life Balance as a Medical Director in Health Insurance
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When you think about utilization review roles for health insurance companies, is your first thought, "I don't want to be the one denying someone's car...
Episode #130: Real-time Transition Story - Dr. Alec Jacobson Part 2
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you remember Dr. Alec Jacobson from Episode 115? He's a fourth-year pathology resident who realized clinical medicine is not for him and he generou...
Episode #129: Healthcare Informatics 101: Exciting Roles for Physicians in a Growing Field
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wished you could make improving the EMR part of your job, but shrugged off the idea because you don't have a technical background? My gu...
Episode #128: No Residency Needed - Opportunities for Physicians in CME Writing
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You may be aware of the field of medical writing, but have you heard of medical writers who specialize in CME writing? This area of medical writing in...
Episode #127: Get Paid To Share Your Expertise As A Knowledge Consultant
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that little things you do every day in your role as a physician make you a valuable knowledge consultant for companies? It's true! Biotec...
Episode #126: Exploring Medical Volunteering Abroad
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The root cause for many physicians seeking a career change is burnout. However, for some physicians with burnout, the best solution might be participa...
Episode #125: How To Assess If A Job's A Good Fit Before You Commit
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever heard of a matchmaker for physicians? And no, I don't mean a romantic matchmaker - I mean a professional matchmaker who helps you find a...
Episode #124: You Don't Have To Hit A Bullseye With Your Career Change
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A common fear that can hold physicians back from making a career change is the fear of making the wrong choice. But what if I were to tell you there i...
Episode #123: Concierge Medicine - A Remedy For Burnout?
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When considering a career change, many physicians don't want to leave clinical practice, they just want to change the way they practice. And while you...
Episode #122: Medical Review Officer - An Intriguing Side Gig or Employed Job!
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever heard of a medical review officer, also known as an MRO? Chances are this may be new to you! This little-known nonclinical role could be...
Episode #121: Love Your Job And Use Your Clinical Knowledge In Life Insurance Medicine
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you've heard about nonclinical physician roles in the life insurance industry, was your first thought "I don't want to sell insurance"? This is one...
Episode #120: An ID Physician Finds Great Work-Life Balance As A Principal Investigator
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When transitioning out of clinical practice, many physicians are seeking more flexibility and also want to continue contributing to progressing health...
Episode #119: Uncertainty Doesn't Have To Be a Trap
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You've decided you need a change. You may even know what that change should be. But too often doctors fall into a trap that keeps them from making a n...
Episode #118: Demystifying Medical Writing
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While most physicians are familiar with the broad category of medical writing as a nonclinical career, many wonder what types of roles are available i...
Episode #117: Are You An Excellent Communicator? Consider Working At A Consulting Firm
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Consulting is a great nonclinical opportunity, but the term "consulting" can seem vague, leading physicians to wonder exactly what this work entails, ...
Episode #116: Be A Medical-Legal Consultant And Avoid The Courtroom
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you intrigued by the idea of being an expert witness but concerned about the potential need to appear in court? Enter a deposition-free alternativ...
Episode #115: Real-Time Transition Story - Dr. Alec Jacobson Part 1
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
By the time many physicians transition to a nonclinical career, they admit to having a long-time gut feeling that practicing medicine wasn't for them ...
Episode #114: Medical Affairs in Pharma - A Great Role For Physicians
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While most physicians are aware that there are nonclinical opportunities available in the pharmaceutical industry, many are unclear about the specific...
Episode #113: Expert Witness - A Well-Paying Flexible Side Gig
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While expert witness work is a popular physician side gig, lots of folks have preconceived notions about this role that might not be accurate and may ...
Episode #112: A Great Area With No Residency Required - Medical Communications
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most common questions I get asked about nonclinical careers is, "What are my options if I didn't complete residency?" Luckily, the answer i...
Episode #111: Revisiting Careers You Can Do Without Residency
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Not everyone who attends medical school goes on to do a residency. And for different reasons, not all physicians finish a residency. What kind of oppo...
Episode #110: Blast From The Past - How To Keep Your License Active if You Leave Medicine
28 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you remember that day when you were granted your license to practice medicine? Whoohoo! It's a big deal to have an active medical license. And once...
Episode #109: Do I Need an MBA to Open More Doors?
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's common for physicians embarking on a career change to wonder if another degree is necessary to make this transition. And many physicians do obtai...
Episode #108: Is This 3-Letter Word Causing A Roadblock For You?
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The path to a career change - whether clinical or nonclinical - is not a linear one. There are twists and turns in the road, and getting hung up on ce...
Episode #107: Increase Your Chances of Getting Hired With Additional Licenses - Here's How!
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Having multiple state licenses can be useful when you're working clinically doing telemedicine and locums tenens. For certain nonclinical careers, hav...
Episode #106: Leaving Surgery For a Career In Medical Devices
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Many physicians transitioning to nonclinical careers are aware of available roles in the pharmaceutical industry, but may be less familiar with career...
Episode #105: Being a Physician Advisor - What's the Scoop?
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you heard about physician advisor opportunities but wondered what's REALLY involved in the daily work? Is there conflict with insurance companies...
Episode #104: The Rewards of Public Speaking As A Side Gig
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Most physicians are familiar with the more well-known side gigs - utilization review, expert witness, and (of course) those extra clinical shifts. But...
Episode #103: Wound Care Physician - A Rewarding And Flexible Option
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Physicians often leave clinical medicine not because they don't want to see patients anymore, but because they are burned out from the charting, long ...
Episode #102: A Flexible & Rewarding Side Gig - Plasma Center Medical Director
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Physicians pursue side gigs for a variety of reasons, such as earning extra money, adding variety to their practice, or testing the waters in a new fi...
Episode #101: Demystifying Jobs for Physicians in Pharma
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you considered applying to roles in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device industries, but are struggling to figure out which positions f...
Episode #100: Is A Lack of Validation Keeping You Stuck?
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Seeking validation is a normal human behavior - whether we realize we are doing it or not. This can be especially true for physicians, who are often n...
Episode #99: The Value of Pursuing Your Passion When You're In The Trenches
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wanted to pursue a passion but felt like something was holding you back? This is common among physicians and my guest today, Dr. Debra B...
Episode #98: Take Back Control With A Direct Primary Care Practice
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
While many physicians are looking to make the leap to a nonclinical career, others want to continue practicing, but do it on their own terms. A popula...
Episode #97: It's Not Uncommon To Have Our Head In The Sand - What's The Remedy?
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had an "aha moment" where you suddenly realize there is a significant problem you've been avoiding by burying your head in the sand? Thi...
Episode #96: When It's Time To Go - Here's How to Resign
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Resigning from your current job is often the very last step in a job or career change. And while this task sounds simple, physicians often have questi...
Episode #95: Nonclinical Jobs In Your Own Backyard
14 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you're ready for a career move but don't want to make the leap to another industry or leave your current workplace, your answer may be right in fro...
Episode #94: Become Empowered to Avoid The Victim Trap in Medicine
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As a physician, it's common to feel weighed down by systemic issues that leave you feeling stuck in your job, career, or role. However, sometimes the ...
Episode #93: How To Break The News When You're Leaving Medicine
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Once you've decided to make the leap to a nonclinical career, you may think your transition is on it's way. However, breaking this news to your patien...
Episode #92: How to Decide If Leaving Residency Is Right For You
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of the biggest questions early-career physicians can grapple with when considering a nonclinical career is whether or not to finish residency. Thi...
Episode #91: The Most Important Aspect of Career Change - Believe It Or Not
17 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When embarking on a career change, most physicians naturally start by looking outward: What role fits me best? Where should I apply? However, if you d...
Episode #90: An Antidote to Stagnation and Boredom - the Portfolio Career
10 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
While some physicians are ready to fully transition out of clinical practice, others are looking for the best of both worlds: maintaining some clinica...
Episode #89: When the Unbelievable Happens in Residency, a Story of Triumph
03 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Despite all the hard work and planning, unexpected events can still derail a physician's career in ways that are beyond our control. This is exactly w...
Episode #88: Find a New Career Direction by Solving a Problem
27 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lots of physicians take on "extracurricular" work in their jobs, often motivated by their desire to solve a problem that is frustrating them. In unexp...
Episode #87: From Allergist to Interior Designer For Physicians
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever thought about not just transitioning to a nonclinical career, but actually pursuing a field totally outside of healthcare? That's what t...
Episode #86: Find Great Nonclinical Freelance Opportunities at flipMD
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When speaking with physicians considering a transition to a nonclinical career, one of the most common concerns I hear is, "All I have is clinical exp...
Episode #85: From Intern to Fulltime Consultant
06 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you're early in your career and feeling like clinical medicine isn't the right path for you, you're not alone. Many physicians struggle with the de...
Episode #84: She loves being employed as a patient advocate
29 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What if I told you there was a nonclinical career that allowed you to spend your time helping patients understand their medical conditions and get app...
Episode #83: Are You Prepared For Your Nonclinical Job Interview?
22 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Decided on your nonclinical career path? Check. Tuned up your resume? Check. Applied to jobs? Check. Prepared for your nonclinical interview?? If not,...
Episode #82: Are You In The Right Job For Your Enneagram Personality Type? Part 2
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In planning a transition to a nonclinical career, have you considered the role your personality plays in choosing the job that fits you best? Understa...
Episode #81: Are you in the right job for your Enneagram personality type? Part 1
08 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You likely know many of your personality traits. Are you loyal? A caregiver? A protector? But have you ever considered how your combination of perso...
Episode #80: Lifestyle medicine - what we didn't get in medical school
01 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wished you were able to help your patients create a healthier lifestyle, rather than just treating the diseases that can result from unh...
Episode #79: Find flexibility and fun as an independent consultant
25 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever heard someone say they're a consultant and thought, "OK, but what does that really mean?" While there are consultants in just about ever...
Episode #78: Eat that frog and 6 other time management tips
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What would you do if there were more time in the day? Finally write that novel? Spend it with family? Get more sleep? While we can't make more time in...
Episode #77: She didn't leave medicine, she found joy in a new path
11 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
While many physicians experiencing burnout feel the best path for them is transitioning to a nonclinical job, others realize they have a clinical pass...
Episode #76: How this physician solved the no experience issue
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Many physicians looking for a nonclinical role are interested in the pharmaceutical industry, but concerned that a lack of clinical trial experience m...
Episode #75: A Career-Ending Injury Leads to a New Direction
27 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
While many physicians are able to spend time pondering their transition out of clinical practice, some are faced with acute challenges that abruptly e...
Episode #74: Is it bad to take a break between jobs?
20 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you are transitioning from one clinical job to another or making the leap into the nonclinical world, a common question physicians have is whe...
Episode #73: Should you have a job before quitting?
13 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you're planning to make a move to a nonclinical role, you may be wondering if you should leave your current position before your job search or find...
Episode #72: Telemedicine - A Flexible Way to Stay Clinical
06 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Many physicians enjoy seeing patients but find that the logistics of working in an office or hospital setting don't allow the flexibility they need. I...
Episode #71: 3 Myths About Getting Into Pharma
30 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you heard that you'll take a pay cut by leaving clinical medicine and going into industry? Or that you can't get a job in pharma without prior ex...
Episode #70: MSL: A great job for those without residency or a medical license
23 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you graduated from medical school but didn't completed a residency, it can feel like you've spent a long time investing in your career path but are...
Episode #69: Create Something New Without Fear of Failure
16 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt like you had a great idea for a business but weren't sure where to start? Or that you have a creative side that's going unused in y...
Episode #68: Being a Patient Advocate is a Real Option
09 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As physicians are given progressively less time for visits with often complex patients, many are left wondering how they can still help patients and t...
Episode #67: How to Increase Your Desirability as an Applicant for Nonclinical Jobs
02 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you've decided to transition to a nonclinical career, you may be wondering how to make yourself a desirable candidate for the role you want. As a p...
Episode #66: Do You Need Experience to Land a Nonclinical Job?
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The first step many physicians take when considering a nonclinical career is to browse job listings. And more often than not, this leads to confusion ...
Episode #65: Opportunities in Digital Health - Catch the Wave
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When physicians consider the field of informatics, many think the only opportunities are working in a hospital- and they want to run the other way! Bu...
Episode #64: Could a Fellowship or Second Residency Be the Ticket?
09 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to do another residency or fellowship? Many physicians consider this option, but worry they may be too ol...
Episode #63: Expert Advice for Coping with Physician Anxiety
02 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you're dealing with anxiety as physician, you're not alone. And while a certain amount of anxiety can serve a purpose, it sometimes tips the scales...
Episode #62: How fun and creativity are key to career change
26 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When you're feeling burned out, sometimes all it takes is just one little thing to spark an "a-ha" realization that it's time for a change. That's wha...
Episode #61: Coping with anxiety as a new attending
19 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Many physicians experience anxiety, especially in those first few years of practice. And for some, this overwhelming worry can even be debilitating an...
Episode #60: 7 Lessons Learned From a Career Transition
12 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Although physicians are trained to heal others, this is often done at the expense of caring for themselves. When Dr. Danielle Gerry found herself stru...
Episode #59: Want to Test Drive Your Career Idea?
22 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you're like a lot of physicians, it can be scary to take a big leap from your secure job into something totally new. You don't want to make a mista...
Episode #58: Careers You Can Do Without Residency
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Not everyone who attends medical school goes on to do a residency. And for different reasons, not all physicians finish a residency. What kind of oppo...
Episode #57: Working in Health Insurance - What's It Like?
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Many physicians are reluctant to work in health insurance but once they become an employee, they often like their job. Today we hear from intervention...
Episode #56: Can Work Culture Trump the Work Itself?
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're looking at this question of whether or not work culture can trump the work itself. My guest, Dr. Jenny Goss, a board-certified OB/Gyn thou...
Episode #55: How About a Job Improving the EMR?
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When she found herself at the crossroads, Dr. Laura Marusinec had no idea she would end up in a great job improving the EMR and training other physici...
Episode #54: Is There a Teacher in You?
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As a physician you are teaching every day. If this is a skill you enjoy, you may be wondering how you can find additional teaching opportunities. Our ...
Episode #53: My Private Struggle With Starting This Podcast
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this one-year anniversary episode, I share the truth behind why starting this podcast was such a struggle for me. My personal story revolves around...
Episode #52: Coping With the Emotions of Leaving Medicine
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We know how to follow steps, work hard, and care for others in distress. But how prepared are we for handling the emotions that come up around leaving...
Episode #51: Coping With a Malpractice Suit From One Who Knows
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Having an adverse patient outcome or a malpractice suit is something we hope we can avoid, but they happen. When they do occur, they can bring on anxi...
Episode #50: Surgeon Transitions to CDI Specialist
20 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How would you like to still use your medical knowledge and keep learning new things, but not be stressed out by the challenges of patient care? If so,...
Episode #49: Giving Notice and Non-competes
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you're excited to get a job offer with a company and they want you to start ASAP but you have to give 90 days' notice? What if you h...
Episode #48: Could You Have the Imposter Syndrome?
06 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you question whether you're good enough to be a doctor? Do you compare yourself to other physicians and second guess your decision-making? If so, y...
Episode #47: Locums, Reentry, and a Return to Joy in Medicine
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A common concern about leaving medicine is losing your skill set and having the door closed. This can also be an issue if you stay in practice but sto...
Episode #46: Asking for What You Want at Work
22 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When you're unhappy at your job it's a good idea to try and fix it up before you give it up. What might make it better? Do you want to go down in hour...
Episode #45: Are You Caught in the Physician Identity Trap?
15 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'm "only" a doctor, I don't know how to do anything else! If you've had this thought or other limiting beliefs about your physician identity, this ep...
Episode #44: How to Avoid a Career Wedgie
08 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you stuck in a career wedgie? A career wedgie happens when you're not happy in your current job but you're putting too much pressure on yourself t...