207. The Surgeon: Elizabeth Lieberman, MD, FAAOS
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In this episode of Prescription for Success, host Dr. Randy Cook speaks with Dr. Elizabeth "Lizzie" Lieberman, an orthopedic surgeon specializing in adult reconstruction and a core faculty member at Oregon Health & Science University. Dr. Lieberman shares her journey into medicine, reflecting on her unconventional path—initially resistant to following in her father’s (a urologist) footsteps before finding her passion in orthopedics. She discusses the challenges of entering medical school off the waitlist, the exhilaration of surgical rotations, and the pivotal moment she realized...
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Life Changing Moments 60: The Art of Pivoting, Dr. Dennis Mihale
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Please see for previos Rx For Success Episode. Dr. Dael Waxman sits down with Dr. Dennis Mihale, a physician whose career has spanned clinical medicine, healthcare leadership, and corporate innovation. The conversation explores the universal challenges of professional reinvention, particularly for physicians navigating transitions between clinical and non-clinical roles. Dr. Mihaly reflects on the skills that bridge these worlds—from the interpersonal lessons learned at IBM to the resilience required in medicine—and underscores the importance of purpose, mentorship, and incremental change...
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206. The Surgeon: Ed Foxhall, MD, FACP
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In this episode of Prescription for Success, host Dr. Randy Cook interviews Dr. Ed Foxall, a surgeon with a unique career journey. Dr. Foxall shares how he overcame early challenges, including attending medical school in Guadalajara after U.S. rejections and persevering through board certification struggles. He emphasizes the "three A's" of success—being available, affable, and able—and highlights the importance of adaptability, lifelong learning, and building meaningful relationships in medicine. Now an associate program director for a general surgery residency, Dr. Foxall reflects...
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Life Changing Moments: Celebrating Doctor's Day 2025
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The episode features a roundtable discussion among the coaching team at MD Coaches, designed to address the complex and evolving landscape of modern medicine in honor of Physicians Week. We acknowledge the remarkable advancements in medical innovation and evidence-based practices that have significantly transformed patient care. While these innovations offer unprecedented opportunities for physicians to impact their patients positively, they also bring forth new challenges, including legislative hurdles, ethical dilemmas, and systemic pressures that can hinder a physician's ability to practice...
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205. The Positive Psychologist: Sanj Katyal, MD
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n this episode, Dr. Randy Cook speaks with Dr. Sanj Katyal, a radiologist who uniquely blends medicine with positive psychology. Reconnecting after three years, Dr. Katyal reflects on his journey to find greater joy and fulfillment, despite achieving many professional and personal goals. He shares insights into the emotional challenges physicians face, including the pervasive discontent he observed among peers, which inspired him to explore the science of happiness. Dr. Katyal discusses his experience managing a large radiology group, his studies under Harvard psychologist Tal Ben-Shahar, and...
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Exploring Coaching with Dr. Adrienne Mann & Dr. Tyra Fainstad
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This Podcast offers a pathway to continuing education via this CMEfy link: In this episode of "Life-Changing Moments," we delve into the demanding journey of residency training, a period often filled with intense challenges and overwhelming pressure. Renowned figures in the medical coaching domain, Dr. Tyra Fainstad and Dr. Adrian Mann, share their experiences and insights into the critical need for mental wellness support for medical trainees. They shed light on the perils of burnout, imposter syndrome, and moral injury that are unfortunately prevalent among resident...
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204. The Frugal Physician: Disha Spath, MD, FACP
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Dr. Disha Spath, an internist and hospitalist based in upstate New York, shares her inspiring journey from India to the United States, reflecting on how personal hardships and cultural transitions shaped her views on success, financial stability, and the importance of financial literacy among physicians. She discusses the impact of a traumatic childhood loss, the financial challenges of medical education, and her determination to create a secure future for her children—free from the uncertainties of financial instability. Dr. Spath’s story highlights her family’s deep roots in healthcare...
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LCM 57: Doctors Treating Doctors, with Dr. Marc Lewin
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This Podcast offers a pathway to continuing education via this CMEfy link: In this episode, we delve into the unique and often unspoken dynamics of physician-patient relationships, particularly when both parties are healthcare professionals. Building on previous insights shared by Claire Hutton regarding primary care physicians' experiences with fellow doctors, I invite my own family physician, Dr. Marc Lewin, to engage in a candid conversation about our 20-year relationship. Together, we aim to uncover the "elephant in the room" — the expectations and shared knowledge...
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203. The Inventor: Jeremy Heffner, MD
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This Podcast offers a pathway to continuing education via this CMEfy link: Dr. Jeremy Hefner shares a compelling narrative of transformation, innovation, and resilience. Growing up in a blue-collar family with limited academic exposure, he charted an unconventional path into medicine, blending his engineering background with his passion for problem-solving. His journey explores how experiences in diverse environments, from working at the NIH during the Human Genome Project to founding his own research lab during his surgical residency, fueled his determination to break...
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LCM 56: Doctors treating Doctors, with Dr. Claire Hutton
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info_outlineIn this episode of Prescription for Success, host Dr. Randy Cook speaks with Dr. Elizabeth "Lizzie" Lieberman, an orthopedic surgeon specializing in adult reconstruction and a core faculty member at Oregon Health & Science University. Dr. Lieberman shares her journey into medicine, reflecting on her unconventional path—initially resistant to following in her father’s (a urologist) footsteps before finding her passion in orthopedics. She discusses the challenges of entering medical school off the waitlist, the exhilaration of surgical rotations, and the pivotal moment she realized orthopedics was her calling.
A significant portion of the conversation focuses on diversity in medicine, particularly the underrepresentation of women in orthopedic surgery. Dr. Lieberman, an advocate for inclusivity, highlights systemic biases and the importance of mentorship and early exposure to shift demographics. She also offers her "prescriptions for success," emphasizing a growth mindset, embracing discomfort, and the power of assuming good intent in professional interactions. Her insights serve as both inspiration and a roadmap for aspiring surgeons navigating similar challenges in medicine.
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