The Prosperous Doc
80 episodes - English - Latest episode: 15 days ago - ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsThe Prosperous Doc Podcast (formerly the White Coat Wellness Podcast) is a show for doctors who are ready to improve their overall wellness in every aspect of life. In each episode we highlight real-life stories from physicians and dentists to inspire you to become a prosperous doc yourself and achieve personal, professional, and financial wellness.
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Episodes
Medical Malpractice: How to Thrive After Litigation, with Dr. Stacia Dearmin
October 05, 2020 07:00 - 46 minutes - 37.5 MBShame and guilt are common emotions faced by health care providers when dealing with a malpractice lawsuit. These struggles intensify when physicians hear phrases such as “don’t talk to anyone about this” from their lawyers, leading them to feel isolated, depressed, or anxious. Today’s guest discovered an unusual way of combatting some of these stressful emotions: reading. In this episode of Prosperous Doc, our host Shane Tenny is joined by Dr. Stacia Dearmin, a pediatric physician who face...
How Blockchain Technology Can Improve Physician Credentialing With Dr. Leah Houston
September 21, 2020 07:00 - 32 minutes - 26.3 MBIn the modern digital world, we’re all accustomed to having our personal information online. From our ID numbers, credit cards, birth certificates, cellphone numbers, to, in the case of a doctor, the MD at the end of your name, whether you completed a residency or board certification, or have a license to practice medicine. When our credentials are in the hands of a third party, we can unknowingly set ourselves up for fraud, waste, and abuse. On this episode of Prosperous Doc, we welcome Dr...
Effective Employee Contract Negotiation, with Dr. Jason Goebel
September 07, 2020 07:00 - 46 minutes - 37.3 MBYou accepted a position at a new practice, you like your colleagues, and the work is fulfilling; everything is going great. However, before very long, the veil starts to come off; maybe this isn’t the perfect position you thought it was? What do you do now? How do you get out of your contact? What are your options? Dr. Jason Goebel, known in some circles as the Godfather of Contract Negotiations, found himself in a similar situation. On this episode of Prosperous Doc, our host Shane Tenny s...
Non-Clinical Career Options with the Doctor's Doctor, Michelle Mudge-Riley
August 24, 2020 07:00 - 31 minutes - 25 MBYou go through years of medical school, residency, and training, focused on one goal – to finally become a doctor. But what happens when after everything you’ve been through, you feel like being a doctor isn’t your calling anymore? That you don’t feel the same fire or passion as you did on your first day of medical school? Are you confined to the medical industry or are there more paths available? In this episode of Prosperous Doc, host Shane Tenny speaks with Michelle Mudge-Riley, a.k.a. The...
Non-Clinical Career Options with the Doctor's Doctor, Michelle Mudge-Riley, DO
August 24, 2020 07:00 - 31 minutes - 25 MBYou go through years of medical school, residency, and training, focused on one goal – to finally become a doctor. But what happens when after everything you’ve been through, you feel like being a doctor isn’t your calling anymore? That you don’t feel the same fire or passion as you did on your first day of medical school? Are you confined to the medical industry or are there more paths available? In this episode of Prosperous Doc, host Shane Tenny speaks with Michelle Mudge-Riley, a.k.a. T...
How Podcasting Saved My Marriage, with Lara McElderry
August 10, 2020 07:00 - 32 minutes - 26 MBLoneliness and relationship troubles are common obstacles faced by medical students. These struggles are intensified for students during testing and test preparations, but the effects on family members can be severe as well, including loneliness, financial concerns, and extended partner separation. Today’s guest discovered an unusual way of combatting some of these obstacles: podcasting. In this episode of Prosperous Doc, our host Shane Tenny is joined by Lara McElderry, an English teacher ...
HEART-ificial Intelligence and Physician-Patient Relationships with Dr. Brian Lima
July 27, 2020 07:00 - 27 minutes - 21.7 MBIt’s not uncommon to see doctors whose lives revolve around their medical careers, especially those who are practicing a demanding subspecialty. These doctors have a tendency to define their lives through their profession, and, absent this role, would lose their sense of identity. However, being in ‘career mode’ 24/7 can be detrimental to your physical and emotional well-being. In this episode of Prosperous Doc, host Shane Tenny speaks to cardiac surgeon Dr. Brian Lima about heart-ificial i...
Finding Freedom and Balance as a Locum Tenens Doc with Nii Darko, MD
July 13, 2020 07:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBThere’s a common misconception that there’s only one path you can take in the medical field: graduate from med school, finish residency, get a job at a hospital, and save lives until the end. While plenty who have chosen this path are contented, there are others that do not share the same enthusiasm. Don’t worry if you’re part of the latter group! There is a vast world outside of medicine for you to explore while continuing to practice your profession. In this episode of Prosperous Doc, tra...
Taking Care of Doctors During COVID-19 and Beyond
June 29, 2020 07:00 - 28 minutes - 22.8 MBThe COVID-19 pandemic has caused a great strain on the public health system, affecting not only the lives of patients and families who have contracted the virus, but also to healthcare providers. The additional precautions required of healthcare workers have become more exhausting, stressful, and intense, possibly contributing to the psychological burden and burnout. In this episode of Prosperous Doc, our host Shane Tenny is joined by Dr. Milad Memari, an Internal Medicine resident from the...
The Impact of Physician Coaching with Errin Weisman, MD
June 15, 2020 07:00 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBBurnout, physician suicide, and other mental illnesses are issues the medical community continues to grapple with. Although there is greater awareness and recognition of these mental health problems than in the past, doctors are still find themselves afraid to speak up and seek help. (4:05) Despite these prevalent fears, some medical professionals are stepping up to provide resources to help each other out. In this episode of Prosperous Doc, our host Shane Tenny is joined by family medicine...
How the Physicians Foundation is Combatting Mental Health in Healthcare with Dr. Gary Price
June 01, 2020 07:00 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MBSeveral unique challenges are facing the medical profession today that often go unnoticed or unspoken. Thankfully, there are organizations like the Physicians Foundation who are helping shed light on these issues, bringing them to the forefront and sparking conversations in the community. The intention of these discussions is to generate solutions to promote physician wellness and improve the healthcare industry at large. Dr. Gary Price, president of the Physicians Foundation and board-cert...
Women in Medicine and How Social Media Can Be Used in Healthcare with Shikha Jain, MD
March 23, 2020 07:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBDespite the many advancements made in the field of medicine, there still seems to be a problem that has persisted over the years with minimal progress. It’s an issue that a lot of physicians aren’t aware of, but has greatly impacted the careers of their female colleagues – gender inequality. The healthcare industry seems to be stacked against women, where discrepancies exist and opportunities are not as available. Implicit and unconscious biases that contribute to this problem. 03:26 This w...
Women in Medicine and How Social Media Can Be Used in Healthcare
March 23, 2020 07:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBDespite the many advancements made in the field of medicine, there still seems to be a problem that has persisted over the years with minimal progress. It’s an issue that a lot of physicians aren’t aware of, but has greatly impacted the careers of their female colleagues – gender inequality. The healthcare industry seems to be stacked against women, where discrepancies exist and opportunities are not as available. Implicit and unconscious biases that contribute to this problem. 03:26 This we...
Real Estate Loans and Other Lending Options for Physicians with Jason Watkins
March 09, 2020 07:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBOne of the biggest and major financial decisions that doctors and dentists face in their lives involves purchasing, building or renovating their own homes. A lot of preparation, time and money is involved in this whole process and it should not be taken lightly. But for those who have just finished medical school, plagued by student loans and supported only by a not-so-high wage, is it even possible to for a resident or those still undergoing training to purchase a house of their own? This ...
How Health System Executives Can Address Physician Burnout with Dr. Kevin Mosser
February 24, 2020 07:00 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBBeing a doctor and practicing medicine is a noble profession. And when you ask a physician or medical practitioner, you used to hear about passion as the main reason why one should pursue this path in the first place. But sadly, the excitement and enthusiasm that is often associated with the practice is being heard less often. There is a lack of joy in the profession that’s prevalent among many doctors today, caused by burnout, among other things. Additionally, more practitioners moving ou...
Dealing with Financial Infidelity in a Marriage
February 09, 2020 07:00 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBMoney is among the main causes of stress in a marriage. It’s a tough topic to talk about in many couples, whether you’re in the medical field or not. And the core issue isn’t money itself, but in how much you trust your partner when it comes to managing your finances. (01:39) One of the biggest problems that have affected couples is financial infidelity, wherein a spouse makes major money decisions in secrecy. If not addressed or prevented, this can have detrimental effects that impact a mar...
How to Survive and Thrive in a Growing Dental Practice with Dr. Sonia Chopra
January 27, 2020 07:00 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBIt’s the dream and goal of many dentists to eventually start and run their private practice. You may have this perception that having your own practice is better than being an associate dentist, as you have more control over your time and what you want to do. While it is true that there are advantages to a private practice, there are also struggles that those who chose this path go through. These are normally what you wouldn’t see portrayed on T.V. or on social media feeds. Endodontist Dr. ...
Managing Stress and Relationships During Medical Training with Dr. Neela Rao
January 13, 2020 13:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBBecoming a doctor is a highly regarded opportunity that takes a certain type of person to embark on. While this profession is honorable, media often glamorizes it, only showing the good sides of a physician’s life. But what’s hidden in the public eye are the exhaustion from long hours of study and shifts at the hospital, or the pressure and anxiety that comes from ensuring that patients are being taken cared of. And this is just internally – there are insurance companies to deal with and stu...
Behind Physician Burnout with Dr. Dike Drummond
December 30, 2019 15:14 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBHave you ever had days when just opening the door to your office becomes physically painful to do so? Maybe you’ve had moments that, despite feeling genuine love and care towards your patients, you just are not in the mood to see them. Are you going through the motions and slowly losing the ‘why’ that has kept you going in your medical career? If you’ve nodded your head in agreement as you read these questions, you may be among the many physicians who are part of the growing statistic of pra...
Understanding the Disease of Obesity with Dr. Fatima Stanford
December 16, 2019 07:00 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MBObesity is not a simple issue, as many of us have been conditioned to think. And unfortunately, this misconception is prevalent in the medical community even today as there is a lack of education about this topic in schools. Because of these, people carrying excessive weight have been shamed, oftentimes even by the professionals in-charge of giving treatment and care. (07:11) On this episode of White Coat Wellness, Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford dives deep into the disease of obesity and how comp...
Private Practice in High-End Dentistry with Dr. George Betancourt & Dr. John Pinnix
December 02, 2019 07:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBIt’s the goal of many dental practitioners to eventually own their private practice where they can practice their specialty or high-end dentistry. But as setting up shop is difficult even for seasoned dentists, so the trend nowadays is to find a business partner to help you out in this endeavor. This is what Dr. George Betancourt and Dr. John Pinnix did, who opened their own private practice in Charlotte, North Carolina. (02:35) On this episode of White Coat Wellness, these two owners of Ad...
Physician Depression and Trends in Medicine with Dr. Carmen Teague - Part Two
November 18, 2019 07:15 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBOn Part Two of this special two-part episode of White Coat Wellness, we welcome back Dr. Carmen Teague, director of internal medicine for Atrium Health. Dr. Teague is a dedicated wife and mother of four who became a published author of a wonderful book titled Motherhood, Medicine, and Mayhem. She also sits on the board of Bless Back Worldwide, an initiative to provide medical services, educational experiences, and economic development to developing countries. On this episode, Dr. Teague join...
Finding Sanity as a Doctor in the Midst of the Stress with Dr. Carmen Teague - Part One
November 18, 2019 07:00 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBOn Part One of this special two-part episode of White Coat Wellness, we welcome Dr. Carmen Teague, director of internal medicine for Atrium Health. Dr. Teague is a dedicated wife and mother of four who became a published author of a wonderful book titled Motherhood, Medicine, and Mayhem. She also sits on the board of Bless Back Worldwide, an initiative to provide medical services, educational experiences, and economic development to developing countries. First, Dr. Teague details her road ...
Social Media & Student Loans - With Dr. Sean Fox
November 04, 2019 07:00 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBOn this episode of White Coat Wellness, we welcome Dr. Sean Fox to discuss the broad topics of social media and student loans. Dr. Fox is a professor of emergency medicine, pediatrics, and is a part of the resident leadership team for the emergency medicine residency program at Carolinas Medical Center, part of the Atrium Healthcare network in Charlotte, North Carolina. In addition to his academic and clinical work, he also manages several educational websites geared toward the practice of e...
Financial Pressures Influencing Physicians with Dr. Sanjiv Lakhia
October 21, 2019 14:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBOn this episode of White Coat Wellness, we welcome Dr. Sanjiv Lakhia. Dr. Lakhia is a physician with Carolina Neurosurgery and Spine Associates, with offices in Charlotte, North Carolina and Fort Mill, South Carolina. Dr. Lakhia joins us to discuss some of the unique financial pressures facing physicians today. (1:35) First, we hear Dr. Lakhi discuss the need for physician-specific health and wealth resources. (2:05) He goes on to examine how sound financial decisions can lead to better phy...
Diversity in Medicine - With Dr. Narjust Duma
October 07, 2019 07:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBOn this episode of White Coat Wellness, we welcome Dr. Narjust Duma. Dr. Duma is a thoracic oncologist at the University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center, and a Latina physician who completed medical school in the Dominican Republic. Dr. Duma was named 2018 Resident of the Year by the National Hispanic Medical Association and spearheaded the Twitter community #LatinasInMedicine. Dr. Duma begins the episode by discussing her family heritage in medicine and the differences in medical traini...
Dr. Erin Elliott: The Sleep Better Dentist
September 23, 2019 07:00 - 38 minutes - 30.4 MBOn this episode of White Coat Wellness, we welcome Dr. Erin Elliott. Dr. Elliott is a general dentist at Post Falls Family Dental in Post Falls, Idaho specializing in solutions for sleep apnea and snoring. Dr. Elliott is a graduate of Houghton College and Creighton University Dental School in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Elliott begins the episode by describing her path to becoming a dentist and subsequently an owner of her current practice. 3:31 Dr. Elliott goes on to discuss how she developed a ...
Global Health and Innovation
September 09, 2019 11:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBOn this episode of White Coat Wellness, we welcome Dr. Joseph R. Hsu. Dr. Hsu is the Vice-Chair of Quality for the Atrium Health Musculoskeletal Institute, a professor of the Orthopedic Trauma Fellows program, and the director of the Limb Lengthening and Deformity service. Dr. Hsu served as a Lieutenant Colonel in the US Army. He deployed to Baghdad, Iraq in 2006, where he spent the majority of his military career trying to optimize outcomes for limb reconstruction patients. Dr. Hsu also foc...
Life as a Health Care Entrepreneur
August 26, 2019 11:00 - 35 minutes - 28.1 MBOn this episode of White Coat Wellness, we welcome Dr. Angela Fusaro. Angela, originally from Connecticut, specializes in emergency medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Angela's compelling story includes time spent in Guatemala and Indonesia. She has an MBA and was honored by Emory University last year as one of their 40 under 40. Angela begins by detailing her unique path to becoming a doctor. (1:20) She then discusses why she chose emergency medicine as a specialty and how this choice has impac...
Direct Primary Care and Financial Wellness
August 09, 2019 05:26 - 41 minutes - 33.6 MBWhite Coat Wellness is a podcast for physicians and dentists that will educate, inspire, and encourage you to personal, professional, and financial wellness. White Coat Wellness is brought to you by Spaugh Dameron Tenny, a boutique financial planning firm that is fun-loving and specializes in comprehensive, holistic financial planning for physicians and dentists. Episodes feature discussions with physicians, dentists, and other partners in the medical and dental world to bring you one step c...