Financial Planning to Avoid Burnout - Episode 91
Release Date: 02/05/2026
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info_outlineFinancial Planning to Avoid Burnout
Guest: Stephen B. Williams, MD, MBA, MS, FACS, FACHE
Host: Micheal Darson, MD
Burnout doesn't happen overnight and neither does financial security. In this episode, Dr. Micheal Darson welcomes Dr. Stephen B. Williams to share his insights, expertise, and experience on how intentional financial planning helps physicians protect their energy, reclaim autonomy, and build a sustainable career. Learn why financial foundations matter, how to optimize mid-career finances, the role of strategic investing and financial risk management, and how financial independence creates options instead of pressure.
Don't miss a single episode! Subscribe today by clicking on one of the links below or searching "Leadership and Business" on your favorite podcast app!
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