From Burnout to Breakthrough: Reinvention Strategies for Physicians with Todd Jason
Wealth Planning for the Modern Physician
Release Date: 04/29/2026
Summer Rewind 2026 #3: Surviving Practice Challenges: A Journey Through Dentistry, Bankruptcy, and Reinvention (Part 2)
Wealth Planning for the Modern Physician
This summer, join host David Mandell as he revisits and highlights episodes from Season 5 of The Wealth Planning for the Modern Physician podcast, in our 2026 Summer Rewind Series. "I genuinely believe there is a lot of information to gain from all of our episodes deliver, but for the summer, I've handpicked a few that offer intriguing ideas and a unique perspective for physicians in 2025," says David. "I hope you enjoy this Season encore series. Have a great summer!" Episode 5.8 | Originally Released: December 25, 2024 Host David Mandell continues his conversation with dentist and coach Dr....
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Summer Rewind 2026 #2: Surviving Practice Challenges: A Journey Through Dentistry, Bankruptcy, and Reinvention with Dr. Sue Keller (Part 1)
Wealth Planning for the Modern Physician
This summer, join host David Mandell as he revisits and highlights episodes from Season 5 of the Wealth Planning for the Modern Physician podcast, in our 2026 Summer Rewind Series. "I genuinely believe there is a lot of information to gain from all of our episodes deliver, but for the summer, I've handpicked a few that offer intriguing ideas and a unique perspective for physicians in 2025," says David. "I hope you enjoy this Season encore series. Have a great summer!" Episode 5.7 | Originally Released: December 11, 2026 Listen in or watch as host David Mandell interviews dentist and coach Dr....
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Summer Rewind 2026 #1: Insights on Bridging Medicine and Business with Consultant Jessica Jones
Wealth Planning for the Modern Physician
This summer, join host David Mandell as he revisits and highlights episodes from Season 5 of The Wealth Planning for the Modern Physician podcast, in our 2026 Summer Rewind Series. "I genuinely believe there is a lot of information to gain from all of our episodes deliver, but for the summer, I've handpicked a few that offer intriguing ideas and a unique perspective for physicians in 2025," says David. "I hope you enjoy this Season encore series. Have a great summer!" Episode 5.6 | Originally Released: November 27, 2024 Listen in or watch as host David Mandell speaks with practice consultant...
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Season 6 Executive Summary with Host David Mandell
Wealth Planning for the Modern Physician
In this Season 6 executive summary episode of the Wealth Planning for the Modern Physician Podcast, host David Mandell reflects on the major themes, conversations, and lessons shared throughout the season. David explains the structure of the podcast’s academic calendar format and previews the upcoming Summer Rewind series, which revisits standout episodes from prior seasons. He then walks listeners through each episode of the season, highlighting important insights and lessons from all 20 episodes. By summarizing each episode from the season, this episode serves as both a roadmap for...
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From Surgeon to Investor: Real Estate & Wealth with Dr. Kirk Campbell
Wealth Planning for the Modern Physician
Dr. Kirk Campbell shares his journey from aspiring physician to orthopedic surgeon and academic leader, highlighting how early experiences shaped his passion for medicine. He reflects on the rigorous training physicians undergo and the significant gap in financial education during that time. Despite entering high-income roles, many physicians lack the knowledge to manage their finances effectively, often facing high debt and limited exposure to wealth-building strategies beyond traditional investments. The conversation explores how the shift from private practice to employed physician models...
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Physicians & Franchising: What Doctors Need to Know, with Matt Stevens
Wealth Planning for the Modern Physician
Episode 6.19 features franchise consultant Matt Stevens, who joins David Mandell to unpack the fundamentals of franchising and why it can be an attractive wealth-building strategy for physicians. Stevens explains that franchising is less about buying a brand and more about gaining access to a proven system, support structure, and community. With thousands of franchise opportunities across dozens of industries, physicians have a wide range of options, many of which can be tailored to their time constraints and financial goals. A core theme of the conversation is the concept of ‘buying down...
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From Surgeon to Innovator: An Entrepreneurial Journey with Dr. Steven Siepser
Wealth Planning for the Modern Physician
Dr. Steven Siepser shares a compelling journey from his early fascination with medicine to becoming a highly skilled ophthalmologist and entrepreneur. His career path was shaped by curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to pursue opportunity, from studying abroad to pivoting specialties into ophthalmology. He ultimately built a thriving solo practice by leveraging early expertise in emerging technologies like intraocular lenses and LASIK, positioning himself ahead of many peers. The conversation highlights both the rewards and risks of entrepreneurship in medicine, particularly...
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From Burnout to Breakthrough: Reinvention Strategies for Physicians with Todd Jason
Wealth Planning for the Modern Physician
Episode 6.17 features Todd Jason, a reinvention coach and podcast host, who joins David Mandell to explore physician burnout, career transitions, and the evolving nature of work. Drawing on his experience working with organizations like Kaiser Permanente, Todd highlights the growing prevalence of burnout among physicians, driven by overwhelming workloads, administrative burdens, and lack of support systems. He emphasizes that burnout is not a personal failure but a systemic issue affecting many professionals, particularly those in high-stakes, service-oriented careers like medicine. Todd...
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From OB/GYN to Advocate, Part II: Entrepreneurship and Disability Insurance Insights, with Stephanie Pearson, MD
Wealth Planning for the Modern Physician
In Part Two of this two-part conversation, Stephanie Pearson shares how personal hardship ultimately led her to build a mission-driven business dedicated to protecting physicians. What began as a deeply personal recovery journey evolved into an education-first approach to disability and life insurance. Rather than setting out with a business plan, Stephanie initially focused on helping other physicians avoid the mistakes and gaps that impacted her own experience. Through organic growth, word-of-mouth referrals, and a partnership that developed naturally, she built a firm centered on advocacy,...
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From OB/GYN to Advocate, Part I: An Injury that Changed Everything, with Stephanie Pearson, MD
Wealth Planning for the Modern Physician
In Part One of this two-part conversation, Dr. Stephanie Pearson shares her powerful journey from practicing OB/GYN to becoming a nationally-recognized advocate for physician disability insurance and financial protection. Nearly ten years into practice, a traumatic shoulder injury sustained during an emergency delivery permanently ended her ability to operate and perform obstetrics.. What initially felt like a temporary setback quickly became a life-altering pivot point—complicated further by contract language, disability policy limitations, and systemic barriers that left her financially...
info_outlineEpisode 6.17 features Todd Jason, a reinvention coach and podcast host, who joins David Mandell to explore physician burnout, career transitions, and the evolving nature of work. Drawing on his experience working with organizations like Kaiser Permanente, Todd highlights the growing prevalence of burnout among physicians, driven by overwhelming workloads, administrative burdens, and lack of support systems. He emphasizes that burnout is not a personal failure but a systemic issue affecting many professionals, particularly those in high-stakes, service-oriented careers like medicine.
Todd shares practical strategies to manage burnout, focusing on small, intentional actions that can be integrated into daily routines. These include taking mindful breaks, spending time outdoors, journaling, and using tools like AI to reduce cognitive load. He also stresses the importance of setting boundaries outside of work and delegating tasks where possible to reduce overwhelm. By reframing how physicians approach their workday and personal time, Todd suggests that even incremental changes can significantly improve mental and emotional well-being.
The conversation then shifts to the concept of reinvention—particularly for mid-career professionals. Todd defines reinvention as a proactive, mindset-driven approach to aligning one’s career with personal fulfillment, rather than simply reacting to burnout or external changes. Through exercises like writing one’s own eulogy, he encourages individuals to reflect on what truly matters and explore new opportunities, income streams, and career paths. Ultimately, the episode underscores the importance of adaptability, self-awareness, and intentional decision-making in navigating both burnout and long-term career satisfaction.
Key Takeaways:
- Burnout is systemic, not personal: Physicians are facing increasing complexity and workload, making burnout a widespread and legitimate challenge.
- Small, intentional habits matter: Simple daily practices (breaks, movement, journaling, AI tools) can significantly reduce stress over time.
- Reinvention is a mindset shift: Mid-career professionals should proactively explore what fulfillment looks like and align their work accordingly.
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