After her best friend from medical school died by suicide in 2019, Dr. Sapna Shah- Haque realized how broken the current medical system is. She became an advocate for supporting mental health and preventing burnout among healthcare professionals. In this episode, we covered a lot of ground, from the pressure to be infallible to creating a supportive culture in the workplace.
In this episode, we talk about:
the stigmas and barriers to receiving mental health support for healthcare professionals
how to be authentic and embrace your imperfections in a profession that demands you to be infallible
tips for creating a fun and enjoyable workplace where everyone feels supported and valued
This episode is a must-listen for anyone in the medical field who has ever struggled with mental health. Tune in now to hear Dr. Shah-Haque's insights!
Guest Links
https://www.sapnashahhaque.com/
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https://physiciancoachsupport.com/
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Life After Medicine explores doctors' journey of finding purpose beyond their medical careers, addressing physician burnout, career changes, opportunities in non-clinical jobs for physicians and remote jobs within the healthcare system without being burned out, using medical training.
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Life After Medicine explores doctors' journey of finding purpose beyond their medical careers, addressing physician burnout, career changes, opportunities in non-clinical jobs for physicians and remote jobs within the healthcare system without being burned out, using medical training.
