The Physician's Mind
Episodes
The Hardest Parts of Medical School (And How I Overcome Them)
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of The Physician’s Mind Podcast, I share the raw truth about my first year of medical school—the pressure, the isolation,...
The Future of Doctors Isn’t Just Medicine
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this inspiring episode of The Physician’s Mind Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Michael Minh Le to explore what it really means to create a life beyo...
From Debt to Financial Freedom: Dr. Jeff Anzalone’s Blueprint for Physicians
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of The Physician’s Mind, I sit down with Dr. Jeff Anzalone to unpack his journey from financial stress and uncertainty to a...
Redefining Success in Medicine: Hospice, Hope, and the Meaning of Care with Dr. Jason Beckrow | The Physician’s Mind
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this deep and reflective episode of The Physician’s Mind, I sit down with Dr. Jason Beckrow to explore the emotional, spiritual, and existential ...
5 Life-Changing Lessons I Learned From Mentors | The Physician’s Mind
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I share the five most powerful lessons I’ve learned from mentors throughout my journey in medical school ...
5 Life-Changing Lessons I Learned From Mentors | The Physician’s Mind
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I share the five most powerful lessons I’ve learned from mentors throughout my journey in medical school ...
Trusting the Process in Medical School | The Physician’s Mind
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I open up about the often-unspoken reality of pursuing long-term goals in medical school—when effort feel...
How Heart Organoids Could Change the Future of Cardiac Care with Colin O'Hern | The Physician’s Mind
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I sit down with Colin O'Hern, a DO-PhD student at Michigan State University, to explore the rapidly evo...
How Heart Organoids Could Change the Future of Cardiac Care with Colin O'Hern | The Physician’s Mind
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I sit down with Colin O'Hern, a DO-PhD student at Michigan State University, to explore the rapidly evo...
Wealth vs. Income: Why High-Earning Physicians Still Feel Financially Stuck with Scott Jarred | The Physician’s Mind
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Many physicians earn six figures—yet still feel overwhelmed, stressed, and stuck when it comes to money.In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I...
Leadership, Service & Purpose in Dermatology with Dr. Iltifat Hamzavi | The Physician’s Mind
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What truly defines success in medicine—titles, prestige, or purpose?In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, internationally recognized dermatolog...
Why Doctors Don’t Get Rich with Dr. Tom Burns | The Physician’s Mind
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Many physicians earn six figures—yet still feel financially stuck.In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I sit down with Dr. Tom Burns to unpack...
How I Survived My First Semester of Medical School | The Physician’s Mind
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I share what it really took to survive my first semester of medical school—from managing an intense acade...
The Side of Medicine No One Talks About with Dr. Bradley Block (ENT Specialist) | The Physician’s Mind
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Bradley Block, an ENT specialist and host of The Physician’s Guide to Doctri...
Why Business Skills Matter for Future Doctors with Paul Clancy | The Physician’s Mind
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I sit down with Paul Clancy, an MD/MBA candidate and mentor, to unpack what it really takes to succeed in m...
How to Thrive in Medicine Without Burning Out with Dr. Toufic Jildeh | The Physician’s Mind
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join me on this episode of The Physician’s Mind as I sit down with Dr. Toufic Jildeh, a renowned orthopedic surgeon, to uncover the secrets behind t...
Inside the Mind of an Orthopedic Sports Surgeon with Dr. Calandrella | The Physician’s Mind
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, Dr. Michael Lissy shares his powerful journey from starting out as a physical therapist to becoming an orth...
Inside Emergency Medicine with Dr. Calandrella | The Physician’s Mind
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I sit down with Dr. Christopher Calandrella to dive into the evolving world of emergency medicine. We talk ...
Surgical Excellence & Leadership Lessons from Spine Surgeon Dr. John Flood | The Physician’s Mind
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Few careers face the intensity of spine surgery. In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I sit down with Dr. John Flood—a master of motion-preser...
From Engineering to Orthopedics: How Dr. Gregory Kolovich Built an Innovative Mindset | The Physician’s Mind
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I sit down with Dr. Gregory Kolovich, orthopedic surgeon and founder of OXOS Medical, to explore how an eng...
The Science of Dopamine: How to Take Back Control of Your Mind | Dr. Anna Lembke
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, host Curtis Wilkerson sits down with Stanford psychiatrist Dr. Anna Lembke - bestselling author of Dopamine...
How Functional Medicine Is Transforming Pain Care with Dr. Sean Altman
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Sean Altman dives into functional medicine and how addressing the root cause of pain can transform patient care. He shares what s...
How Storytelling Can Transform Chemistry Education with Dr. Colleen Kelley
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How Storytelling Can Transform Chemistry Education with Dr. Colleen KelleyIn this episode of The Physician’s Mind, Dr. Colleen Kelley reveals how st...
From Pediatrics to the Olympics: Building a Private Practice with Dr. Chris Koutures
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you build a thriving private medical practice while caring for patients from newborns to Olympians?In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, O...
How to Get Into Medical School: Med Student Answers 9 Questions
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
LEARN TO NETWORK LIKE A CHAMPION:Free Mini-Course → White Coat Connections: Networking for Future PhysiciansThis episode features premed advice f...
What It’s Like as a Yale Surgeon
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What separates an elite surgeon from the rest?Yale orthopedic surgeon Dr. Arianna Gianakos shares her journey from All-American athlete to one of the ...
The Mindset to Become Elite (With the AOAO President)
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to rise from setbacks and self-doubt to leading an entire specialty? In this crossover with DO or Do Not Podcast, we sit down with D...
How This Physician Built Wealth and Freedom Through Real Estate
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most doctors and healthcare professionals work harder every year but feel less free. In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, Dr. Alex Schloe (physi...
Racehorse Medicine and the Science of Performance
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Elite racehorses face the same pressures as professional human athletes—and the medicine behind their performance holds powerful lessons for us all....
Inside the Life of a College Football Team Doctor
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it really take to be a college football team physician? In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, host Curtis Wilkerson sits down with Mich...
From Trauma Surgeon to Millionaire Entrepreneur: What It Really Takes
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind Podcast, Curtis Wilkerson sits down with Dr. Buck Parker, MD, FACS — a board-certified trauma and acute ca...
Hot Lights, Cold Steel: Dr. Michael Collins’ Journey as a Surgeon
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Michael Collins — orthopedic surgeon at the Mayo Clinic and bestselling author of Hot Lights, Cold Steel— joins me on The Physician’s Mind P...
Life, Death, and Leadership: Lessons from a Nationally Renowned Trauma Surgeon
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Brian Williams is a trauma surgeon, Air Force veteran, bestselling author, and former congressional candidate whose career has spanned engineering...
How to Get Rich as a Doctor (Without Wasting Your 30s)
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Doctors make great money—but most never build real wealth. Why?In this episode of The Physician’s Mind Podcast, host Curtis Wilkerson sits down wi...
Vietnam Vet Becomes a Doctor at 62 After 25 Years at NASA
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From the jungles of Vietnam to 25 groundbreaking years at NASA, and then becoming a doctor at 62—this episode of The Physicians Mind Podcast is the ...
The Financial Freedom Formula Med School Won’t Teach You
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of The Physician’s Mind, we sit down with Dr. Jordan Frey, a board-certified plastic surgeon and founder of The Prudent Pla...
How This Doctor Built Generational Wealth from Scratch
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of The Physician’s Mind, Dr. Nkem Ezeamama shares how she went from the high-pressure world of emergency medicine to buildi...
Inside the Mind of a Neurology Resident
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it really take to become a neurologist?In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, neurology resident Dr. Taylor Reardon opens up about the p...
From Battlefield to Operating Room: A Surgeon’s Story Of Resilience and Leadership
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What can a combat surgeon teach us about resilience, leadership, and purpose? In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, we trace the journey of a mil...
How This Doctor Turned $190K in Loans Into a $6M+ Portfolio
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you turn $190,000 in student loans into a $6+ million real estate portfolio - starting in residency?In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, ...
How to Study Smarter, Think Bigger, and Lead in Medicine
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, Dr. Chase DiMarco shares the powerful insights he’s gained across a unique academic journey, earning an M...
True Wealth, Purpose, and Financial Mastery for Physicians
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Bryan Jepson, MD, CFP®, spent over 30 years in emergency medicine before becoming a Certified Financial Planner. In this episode, he shares how p...
Functional Medicine, Reversing Disease, & Root-Cause Care | Dr. Emily Cordes (#43)
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind podcast, Dr. Emily Cordes shares what it means to truly heal. With dual training in internal medicine and pe...
Cancer, Addiction, & Reinventing the Physician's Path | Dr. Brett Cordes (#42)
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Physicians Mind podcast, Dr. Brett Cordes shares his profound journey from being a cancer patient to becoming a physician. H...
Sexual Health, Erectile Fitness, & Innovation in Medicine | Dr. Elliot Justin (#41)
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Dr. Justin Elliot shares his journey from emergency medicine to healthcare entrepreneurship, discussing the insights gained from...
How To Succeed In Your First Year Of Residency | Dr. Jamil Haddad (#40)
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Physicians Mind Podcast, Dr. Jamil Haddad shares his experiences transitioning from medical school to residency, emphasizing th...
First-Year Lessons And Keys to Med School Success | Yousef Sarameh (#39)
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Physicians Mind Podcast, Curtis Wilkerson interviews Yousef Sarameh, a rising second-year medical student. They discuss Yousef'...
Mastering Surgery, Surviving the Struggle, Living Intentionally | Dr. Charles Black (#38)
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Dr. Chuck Black shares his journey from a rural upbringing in Iowa to becoming a general surgeon. He discusses the influences of...
How to Thrive in Medicine and In Life | Dr. Sandeep Rahangdale (#37)
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Physician's Mind podcast, host Curtis Wilkerson speaks with Dr. Sandeep Rahangdale, a seasoned physician and Dean at the FSU Co...
Why This Doctor Left the U.S. to Practice in Canada & What It's Really Like There | Dr. Woo (#36)
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Dr. Min Je Woo shares his experiences as a family physician practicing in Canada, discussing the challenges and advantages of th...
Keys to Purpose-Driven Success From A Fast-Track MD Student & Nonprofit Founder | Sean Nguyen (#35)
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Physicians Mind podcast, Curtis Wilkerson interviews Sean Nguyen, a third-year medical student at the University of Missouri, K...
Rural MD’s Path: Cancer, Birth, Death, Truth | Dr. Peter Crane (#34)
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Physicians Mind podcast, Curtis Wilkerson speaks with Dr. Peter Crane, a rural family physician in Idaho. Dr. Crane shares his ...
From Debt to Millions: A Physician’s Blueprint to Thrive With Dr. Latifat Akintade (#33)
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Physician's Mind podcast, host Curtis Wilkerson interviews Dr. Latifat Akintadeh, a gastroenterologist and founder of the Money...
Multilingual, Motivated, and Mentorship-Driven: Future Doc Advaith Thattai’s Journey And Goals (#32)
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Physicians Mind podcast, host Curtis Wilkerson speaks with Advaith Thattai, an aspiring physician with a diverse background and...
Achieving Success in Medicine, Finance, and Family With Surgeon Dr. Kyle Stephenson (#31)
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Physicians Mind podcast, host Curtis Wilkerson interviews Dr. Kyle Stephenson, a sports medicine orthopedic surgeon and educato...
Building Success in Med School: Key Strategies with Sebastian Laguna (#30)
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Physician's Mind podcast, host Curtis Wilkerson engages in a deep conversation with first-year medical student Sebastian Laguna...
Investing For Wealth as a Physician: Top-Tier Investor Michael Moreno’s Financial Wisdom (#29)
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Physicians Mind podcast, host Curtis Wilkerson speaks with Michael Moreno, Senior Vice President and Senior Director of the Hea...
How To Get Rich As A Doctor With Justin Nabity, Founder of "Physician's Thrive" (#28)
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Physicians Mind podcast, Curtis Wilkerson speaks with Justin Nabity, a financial expert dedicated to helping physicians achieve...
Gastroenterology, The DO Path, And Dr. Ian Storch's Unique Medical Journey (#27)
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Physicians Mind podcast, host Curtis Wilkerson interviews Dr. Ian Storch, a private practice gastroenterologist and founder of ...
Medical Leadership, Expansion, and Success with OCOM Dean Dr. Robert Hasty (#26)
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Physicians Mind podcast, host Curtis Wilkerson speaks with Dr. Robert Hasty, a prominent osteopathic physician and educator who...
Have We Misunderstood The Cause Of Chronic Low Back Pain? A New Approach With Dr. Nicodemus (#25)
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Physicians Mind podcast, Curtis Wilkerson interviews Dr. Clarence Nicodemus, a board-certified neuromusculoskeletal medicine sp...
Unlocking Potential And Strategies For Optimal Learning With Dr. Mehdi "A.C." Talle (#24)
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Physicians Mind podcast, host Curtis Wilkerson engages with Dr. A.C. Talle, a third-year orthopedic surgery resident, to explor...
How To Maximize Your Success In Medical School With Dr. Jamil Haddad (#023)
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jamil Haddad, a first-year orthopedic surgery resident, to discuss his journey through medical school and his str...
How To Get Into Med School: A Pre-Meds Guide To Success With Pre-Health Advisor Kayla Johnson (#022)
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, I sit down with Kayla Johnson, M.Ed., the Pre-Professional Advising Program Manager at Arizona State University, to explore the keys to...
Battling ISIS To Becoming An Orthopedic Surgeon With Dr. Tammam Hanna (#21)
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Tammam Hanna’s story is nothing short of extraordinary. Born and raised in Lebanon, he ventured to Russia at just 18 to attend medical school, m...
Life as a Family Medicine Physician: Challenges, Stories, and Life Lessons With Dr. Dustin Cupp (#20)
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Cupp shares his journey to becoming a family medicine physician and the unique aspects of his specialty. He discusses the joys of...
(P2) A Plastic Surgery Resident's Journey of Triumph Over Trauma With Dr. Chris Fullmer (#19)
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In part 2 of this 2-part episode, Dr. Chris Fullmer, a first-year plastic surgery resident and osteopathic physician, shares his journey of matching i...
(P1) A Plastic Surgery Resident's Journey of Triumph Over Trauma With Dr. Chris Fullmer (#18)
24 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In part 1 of this 2-part episode, Dr. Chris Fullmer, a first-year plastic surgery resident and osteopathic physician, shares his journey of matching i...
Nurse to Doctor: Lessons from a 10-Year Journey
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Alex Sher’s path to becoming a physician wasn’t traditional—but it was unforgettable. After spending ten years as a home health aide, RN, an...
Win the Day: Real Productivity for a Better Life
09 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Jackee Clement, a family medicine physician and wellness coach, shares her science-backed approach to mastering time, managing st...
The Journey of a Harvard Medical Student
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with Cameron Young, a Harvard medical student and genetic researcher whose journey to medicine is rooted in resilience, pi...
Strength, Vision & the Med School Climb
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dexter Hobdy went from rugby fields and powerlifting platforms to the halls of medicine—with a master’s degree from Johns Hopkins and a relentless...
Become Exceptional: A Surgeon’s Advice
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Shafic Sraj, an orthopedic hand and upper extremity surgeon, pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to become a top-tier physician. From m...
Med School Mastery: Real Talk & Resilience
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Maryam Adel, a second-year medical student, shares a raw and practical look into what it truly takes to thrive in med school. From late-night study se...
Unlocking the Mind: A Neurosurgeon’s Bold Journey
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Step into the high-stakes world of pediatric neurosurgery with Dr. Jeffrey Raskin, a leading neurosurgeon known for his precision, resilience, and phi...
Success in Surgery & Finance: Dr. Ozoude’s Bold Playbook
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. George Ozoude—a top sports medicine orthopedic surgeon and CEO of Time Health Capital—reveals how he built a thriving private...
From D1 Athlete to Med School: Luke Noah’s Winning Edge
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I chat with Luke Noah, a former Division 1 cross country/track athlete and current medical student. Luke offers valuable insights int...
Med School is Brutal - How One Student Makes It Through
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, we sit down with Cirus Shiran to explore the real, raw challenges of medical school. From struggling in gro...
Grit, Growth, and Service: An Army Doctor’s Mission
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
resident at Brooke Army Medical Center in Texas. From long exams to high-stakes training, Dr. Gulden shares how he stays driven through it all—by le...
Thrive in Med School With Self-Care & Purpose
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Third-year medical student Maria Rollinger opens up about how she balances self-care with the unrelenting pace of medical school. From burnout scares ...
Turning Pain Into Purpose: A Surgeon’s Powerful Journey
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Jesse Rockmore, a urological surgeon, opens up about how his grandfather’s battle with cancer inspired his path into medicine. From a nontraditi...
How One Med Student Found Strength, Purpose, and Grit
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Grace Gregory, a second-year med student and Army National Guard officer, shares her journey through mission work, high-stakes academics, and anatomy ...
How Army Medicine Helped This Doctor Find His Purpose
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Richard Ling, a hospitalist at Madigan Army Medical Center, shares how military medicine shaped his career, mindset, and identity. We discuss the ...
What It's Like As An Emergency Medicine Physician
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Read the associated blog post.What does it really take to thrive in emergency medicine?In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, we step into the wor...
How a Med Student Stays Grounded, Focused, and Inspired
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to thrive in medical school? Christian Coleman shares how he stays resilient, focused, and fulfilled while navigating habits, identi...