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The DOCTORGOALS Podcast

Alana Jasper-Trotter, MD
Ophthalmology
Direct Care Medical Practice
Residency Interview
Burnout
Patient Care
Residency
Contract Negotiation
Medical Education
Standard Contract Myths
Healthcare Innovation
Interview Preparation
Physician Contracts
Entrepreneurship
MBA
Application Process
Rejection
Mental Health
Work-Life Balance In Medicine
Standardized Test Scores
Neurosurgery

The journey to and through medicine is chaotic, stressful, and daunting. Yet, thousands work tirelessly every single day for medical school acceptances and successful physician jobs. But, why… Listen to practicing doctors and those in training share their journeys of "why", how they've found success, and those "I wish I knew this before" life hacks. Hosted by Dr. Alana Jasper-Trotter (Dr. Trot), a... more

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Dr. Evan Winograd
Seventh year neurosurgery resident and marathoner
Episode: It's Just Brain Surgery with Neurosurgeon Dr. Evan Winograd
Dr. Ginger Thompson
Comprehensive Ophthalmologist from Dallas, Texas
Hamilton Eye Institute
Episode: Don't Miss These 3 Red Flags in Your Contract with Dr. Ginger Thompson
Dr. Kim Johnson Hatchett
Neurologist and hospital administrator
Episode: Failure Is Never the End with Dr. Kim Johnson Hatchett
Dr. Mariam Molani
Third-year pathology resident at UT Southwestern
UT Southwestern
Episode: Is an MBA Really Worth It as a Doctor with Mariam Molani, DO MBA
Dr. Shani Esparaz
Board certified ophthalmologist specializing in direct care practice
Episode: Setting up a Direct Care Practice with Ophthalmologist Dr. Shani Esparaz
Kyle Burton
Harvard-trained medical student about to graduate and matched in emergency medicine.
Harvard Medical School
Episode: Best Study Tip with Harvard Trained Dr. Kyle Burton
Chris Wachuku
Senior medical student about to start dermatology residency
Columbia University
Episode: Just Keep Showing up with Chris Wachuku
Ronald Duenco Ortizo
Gastroenterology fellow, originally aspired to be a high school science teacher.
George Washington University
Episode: From High School Teacher to Gastroenterology with Dr. Ron Ortizo
Erin McBride Johnson, MD
Emergency physician and physician coach focused on wellness and burnout recovery
Episode: The Reality (and Downside) of the Arrival Fallacy and How to Pivot with Dr. Erin McBride Johnson

Host

Dr. Alana Jasper-Trotter
Host of the podcast, Dr. Alana Jasper-Trotter, shares insights on the medical field, empowering listeners through discussions on resilience, success, and practical advice in medicine.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 279 ratings
  • Intern Year Orientation: What They Don’t Tell You

    What an incredible episode! Especially for an intern that recently started like myself. I think that finding wellness in the most obvious spaces for me was such a gem to hear on this episode. One thing that I know for a fact that I wasn’t willing to give up in medical school was exercise and physical activity. Since I started residency, I’ve been trying to make peace with the decrease that I felt like I would have to compromisingly assume, but something as clear as choosing to take the stairs ca... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Evans Osuji
    United States2 years ago
  • A+ Med Podcast

    This is an excellent podcast for any pre-med or med student looking for career advice. I’ve really enjoyed listening and highly recommend it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Siena96
    United States2 years ago
  • Relatable

    Already so relatable and just nice to hear topics that need to be discussed

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mel963bd
    United States2 years ago
  • Fantastic - amazing host!

    Loved this- efficient , no nonsense only high yeild helpful info! She is an AMAZING moderator and her wisdom is so helpful!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    behehjshdoahrbtbx
    United States2 years ago
  • Insightful for aspiring physicians & trainees

    Gained a wealth of information from the few episodes I’ve listened to so far! So many great topics and perspectives for people at various stages in medicine. Accessible and quality mentorship for real!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr. Medrano
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the relatability of content and the inspiration drawn from guest experiences.
Episodes cover a diverse range of topics, making it an essential listen for anyone in medicine.
Excellent podcast for those in healthcare and medical training, providing valuable insights and motivation.
The host is praised for her engaging moderation and the ability to share relevant, high-yield information.

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The Reality (and Downside) of the Arrival Fallacy and How to Pivot with Dr. Erin McBride Johnson
Q: What would you tell residents as they prepare to graduate?
I would want them to know that they are prepared to meet challenges and should trust in their training, while encouraging them to seek quiet moments for self-reflection and to ask for help.
From High School Teacher to Gastroenterology with Dr. Ron Ortizo
Q: What has been your biggest struggle thus far?
The hardest part was feeling lost in residency, dealing with social issues among colleagues, and personal family illness. I struggled with not knowing what the problem was.
From High School Teacher to Gastroenterology with Dr. Ron Ortizo
Q: Were you ever worried that you wouldn't figure out what to do with your life or that you were going to make the wrong decision?
Yes, I was petrified, worried that the decisions I made would be carved in stone.
Setting up a Direct Care Practice with Ophthalmologist Dr. Shani Esparaz
Q: If someone is interested in setting up a cash pay medical practice, what would you say are the first few steps?
Start by figuring out your why and who you want to serve, followed by practical steps like finding a location and building a network with resources.
Setting up a Direct Care Practice with Ophthalmologist Dr. Shani Esparaz
Q: For those who are not familiar with what even is a direct care medical practice, can you break this down for us?
It's essentially taking insurance out of the mix and forming a direct physician-patient relationship where fees are agreed upon directly, similar to hiring a plumber.

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1. Dr. Evan Winograd
2. Dr. Ginger Thompson
3. Dr. Kim Johnson Hatchett
4. Dr. Mariam Molani
5. Dr. Shani Esparaz
6. Kyle Burton
7. Chris Wachuku
8. Ronald Duenco Ortizo

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