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Episode 124: 5 Non-Clinical Careers That Can Be Pursued Without or Right After Residency with Dr. John Jurica
Welcome to the Talk2MeDoc podcast with host Andrew Tisser and special guest Dr. John Jurica! In this episode, we explore the exciting world of non-clinical careers for physicians. Dr. Jurica shares his extensive knowledge and experience on the various non-clinical...
Direct Specialty Care- How is Direct Care Changing Medicine?
Join us for today’s episode as we discuss the ongoing debate between direct care and traditional primary care with family physician and Atlas MD’s co-founder, Dr. Josh Umbehr. Discover the key differences between these two medical career paths and the benefits they...
Episode 122: Top Legal Tips for a New Physician with Amanda Hill
Join host Andrew Tisser as he sits down with Amanda Hill, a renowned healthcare attorney based in Austin, Texas. With extensive experience in government and healthcare groups, Amanda provides valuable guidance and counsel to physicians and healthcare management. In...
Episode 121: What is Health Informatics?
c Today’s Guest About Sam Gharbi: Dr. Sam Gharbi is an internal medicine specialist physician with a background in health informatics currently practicing in Vancouver BC. He is currently the co-founder of Arya Health, a company that is at the leading edge of...
Episode 120: Physician Contracts Part 2- How and When to Renegotiate a Contract with Kyle Claussen
Several physicians sometimes feel like they do not have any leverage or do not have power. According to Kyle Claussen, our guest for this episode, this feeling is often the cause of burnout and frustration that leads to physicians leaving employment. However, he...
Episode 119: What is a Physician Advisor? L:earn all About This Fantastic Career with Dr. Ronald Hirsch!
Join Dr. Andrew Tisser and guest Dr. Ronald Hirsch as they discuss what a Physician advisor is, its duties and responsibilities, and why it is an essential role in the hospital. Dr. Hirsch shares that a physician advisor determines the correct admission status for the...
Episode 117: How to Get Started in Medical Expert Consulting with Dr. Amy Fogelman
Are you looking for a fantastic side gig while doing medical practice? Join Andrew Tisser and Dr. Amy Fogelman as they discuss how to get started in medical expert consulting. Dr. Amy Fogelman owns a company that matches lawyers with the right medical experts for...
Episode 116: A Meeting With the PD- How to “Rise Up” with Dr. Alysia Kwiatkowski
Recruitment season is coming our way. If you are planning to apply for residency or want to learn tips on recruitment processes, join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest, Dr. Alysia Kwiatkowski, as they talk about screening and choosing the ideal resident. “Dr. K”...
Episode 115: Learner Sessions Part 3- To Fellow or Not to Fellow with Dr. Gina Sparacino!
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest, Dr. Gina Sparacino, as they talk about the lessons learned from being a fellow. Dr. Gina is a gastroenterology fellow at the University of Buffalo. She shares her perspective on pursuing a fellowship. In this episode you...
Episode 114: MBAs Part 3- MBAs For Hospital Leadership and Beyond with Norm Chapin MD MBA
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest, Norm Chapin, as they talk about how an MBA is essential for hospital leadership. Before becoming a full-time hospital administrator, Norm had been into family medicine and emergency medicine. He coaches and mentors...
Episode 113: Roe vs. What Now? Talking Truth With Dr. Erika
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest, Dr. Erika Aragona, as they talk about how the turnout of the Roe v. Wade decision affects women. Dr. Erika is a board-certified family medicine physician focusing on women’s health. She shares her advocacy for women...
Episode 112: MBAs Part 2- The MMM Degree with Rebekah Apple, MA DHSc
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest, Rebekah Apple, as they talk about the Master of Medical Management program and how it differs from an MBA. The MMM program is exclusive to physicians and is offered at Carnegie Mellon University. Rebekah, the program...
Episode 111: The Absolute MINIMUM Financial Knowledge a Physician Needs- with Dr. Jordan Frey
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest, Dr. Jordan Frey, as they talk about what physicians and other healthcare professionals must know when it comes to financial matters. At the end of Dr. Jordan’s training, he was financially clueless, and on top of that, he...
Episode 110: MBAs Part 1- Who Should Get an MBA with Sam Kessel MD, MBA
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest Sam Kessel as they talk about why physicians should obtain an MBA and what doors does an MBA open for them. Influences can be anything, and for Sam, what sparked his interest in entrepreneurship was due to the marketing...
Episode 109: Living the Dash- Entrepeneurship and More with Omar Medrano
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest Omar Medrano as they talk about why doctors should consider entrepreneurship as an additional skill and how they can get started. Fear has always been the thing that keeps most people from their potential, and that is what...
Episode 108: Career Strategy Sessions 4- STOP Saying You Have No Marketable Skills!
Join your host Andrew Tisser in the fourth episode of Career Strategy Sessions as he talks about what marketable skills are, why it matters to have them, and where to find those. It is often heard from clients, friends, colleagues, and others how all they know is what...
Episode 107: Have Student Loans? Listen to This Episode, STAT- with Travis Hornsby
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest Travis Hornsby as they talk about solving student loans. Being a chartered financial analyst and a former bond trader, Travis launched Student Loan Planner to help his wife, a physician, navigate through the repayment...
Episode 106: Telemedicine: The What, Why, and How with Dr. Laura Purdy
Join your host Andrew Tisser with guest Dr. Laura Purdy as she talks about the behind-the-curtains of telemedicine. Telemedicine has been around for years now. But, with advanced technology kicking in, where is the evolution of telehealth leading to? In this exchange,...
Episode 105: All About the Physician Marriage with Dr. Jeep and Vanessa Naum
Join your host Andrew Tisser with guests Dr. Jeep and Vanessa Naum as they discuss how physicians can achieve a higher level of connection in marriage and family. In their coaching business, Jeep and Vanessa put together their experiences in coaching and relationships...
Episode 104: How a Physician Has Redefined Success- with Dr. Ketan Kulkarni
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest Dr. Ketan Kulkarni as they talk about how a not-so-average doctor defines and redefines success. After going full-time in clinical service, Dr. Ketan was promoted within five years. But despite having a solid support system...
Episode 103: Career Strategy Sessions 3- How to Start Thinking Outside the Box
Join your host Andrew Tisser in the third episode of Career Strategy Sessions as he talks about how you can start thinking outside the box and eliminate limiting beliefs when deciding on your next career. Why a physician would choose to enter a second career can come...
Episode 102: Difficult or Misunderstood? How to Handle the Challenging Patient with Dr. Joan Naidorf
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest Dr. Joan Naidorf as they talk about what affects your approach when dealing with “difficult” patients. Dr. Naidorf has been working in this space for some time, and the American Association for Physician Leadership published...
Episode 101: Career Strategy Sessions 2- What is Career Happiness Anyway?
Join Dr. Andrew Tisser (Talk2MeDoc Podcast) in this episode as he explains the premise of career happiness and why it’s important. One of the many aspects of achieving career happiness is having a job that does not go against a person’s core values. Andrew explains...
Episode 100- ALL The Advice for the Early Career Physician- 27 Guests Weigh In!
Join your host Andrew Tisser as he celebrates the show’s 100th episode together with 27 guests as they share their most valuable advice for the early career physician. In this special episode, get ready to take notes as our guests drop you pearl after pearl about...
Episode 99: Learner Sessions Part 2- Resident Physician Advice and Perspectives with Dr. Christian Casteel
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest Dr. Christian Casteel, as they talk about the views of a resident physician under a fairly new program. In the 2nd episode of Learner Sessions, Christian shares what makes a good mentor, what the increasing debt burden is...
Episode 98: To Write or Not to Write- Authorship as a Physician with Dr. John Lawrence
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest Dr. John Lawrence, as they speak on the journey, challenges, and motivations of a doctor-turned-author. While John believes clinical medicine isn't for everyone, he doesn't deny how it opens doors to many venues. And the...
Episode 97: Career Strategy Sessions Part 1- Mental Barriers to Career Change
Join your host Andrew Tisser in the first-ever episode of Career Strategy Sessions as he touches on the common barriers to career change for health professionals. As he discusses the four major barriers to career change, he goes over how one can win against them....
Episode 96: Medico-Legal Consulting for Physicians with Dr. Armin Feldman
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest Dr. Armin Feldman, as they talk about everything physicians need to know about medico-legal consulting. In today's trend of physicians opening doors to secondary careers, medico-legal consulting can just be the next viable...
Episode 95: I Never Knew I Was Smart- Homelessness to Robotic Surgeon with Dr. David Rhoiney
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest Dr. David Rhoiney, as they talk about David’s story of going from homeless to the navy to becoming a doctor. As we hear from David’s success story, listen as he explains how difference can be used to connect, why he thinks...
Episode 94: Top 5 Tips to Crush the Zoom Interview with Hollywood Stylist Mary Beth Ramsey!
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest Hollywood Stylist, Mary Beth Ramsey, as she talks about her top five tips that can help anyone crush every zoom interview. With her experience in fashion and entertainment, in this episode, Mary explains how your camera's...
Episode 93: Learner Series Part 1: Medical Student Advice and Perspectives with Josh McGough
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest Josh McGough, as they talk about the perspective of a med student under a three-year accelerated program. In the 1st episode of Learner Sessions, Josh shares his process of matching with specialties, what med students...
Episode 92: Five Simple Steps to Conquering Life on Your Own Terms with Dr. Sogol Pahlavan
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest Dr. Sogol Pahlavan, as they discuss how physician-entrepreneurs can start powering through life on their own terms – now! Today, Dr. Sogol shares the many lessons she learned as an entrepreneur on wisely consuming social...
Episode 91: Career Design for the Resident Physician With…Me!
Join your host Andrew Tisser in this special episode of his recorded lecture for an internal medicine residency. In this episode, Dr. Andrew relates his own experience during residency and highlights the lessons it taught through the years that can help residents...
Episode 90: Stressed Out? Learn What to Do About It with Dr. Robyn Tiger!
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest Dr. Robyn Tiger as they talk about a radiologist’s science-based approach to handling stress. Dr. Robyn is not new to the concept of burnout. After being diagnosed with chronic stress, she was forced to look outside...
Episode 89:Having Doubts As a Med Student or Resident? The Doctors Crossing Carpe Diem Podcast
Join your host Andrew Tisser in this recap episode of his appearance on The Doctor’s Crossing Carpe Diem Podcast with host Heather Fork, MD. In this episode, Dr. Andrew opens up about his life during his earlier years in residency. As someone who stayed in practice...
Episode 88: Marriage and Relationships for the Early Career Physician with Dr. Kate Mangona
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest Dr. Kate Mangona, as they discuss the typical factors and issues that can sour relationships between couples in residency. As a board-certified pediatric radiologist and life coach, Dr. Kate shares to us the stories of how...
Episode 87: Designing a Career Strategy- Medicine, Marriage, and Money Podcast
Join your host Andrew Tisser in this recap episode of his appearance on the Medicine, Marriage, and Money Podcast with host Dr. Kate Mangona. In this episode, Dr. Andrew talks about their story of how physicians may struggle with relationships, how he creates...
Episode 86: Concierge Medicine, Building a Business, and Unique Moonlighting Opportunities with Dr. Brook Choulet
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest Dr. Brook Choulet, as they speak about how Dr. Brook started her own private practice while still in training, how she got into active real estate investing, and how she handles the negativity toward private practice. For...
Episode 85: Mentorship, Leadership, and APPs with Caitlyn Duran
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest Caitlyn Duran as they talk about mentorships, the Physician-APP work relationship, and the insights from her reason for choosing to become a Physician Assistant. As this show’s first-ever Advanced Practice Provider guest,...
Episode 84: Second Victim Syndrome and Mental Fitness with Susan Wilson, MD
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest Dr. Susan Wilson as they talk about maximizing our mental fitness and maintaining a sustainable shift in mindset. In her 25 years as a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician, Susan has seen the evolution of medical...
Episode 83: Charts, Charts, Charts, Keeping Your Work at Work with Dr. Sarah Smith
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest Dr. Sarah Smith as they talk about how to create a life outside of your profession by keeping work at work. Throughout her career, Sarah has looked after many physicians who were still unable to get home with their clinical...
Episode 82: Get Off the Treadmill and Build a Medical Career You Love!-The Patient Convert Podcast
Join your host Andrew Tisser in this guest appearance recap from the Patient Convert Podcast with Justin Knott. Justin and his wife Kelly created their podcast to help people grow their health organizations by providing new ways to boost their marketing, from social...
Episode 81: What Does Success Mean to You? With Dr. Tarryn MacCarthy
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest Dr. Tarryn MacCarthy as they talk about the importance of having a personal view of success, happiness, and purpose. Despite having the DMD behind her name and her own practice, a lack of fulfillment perpetuated Dr. Tarryn...
Episode 80: Biohacking Your Life and Your Career with Jordanna Quinn DO
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest Jordanna Quinn as they talk about what she calls common-sense medicine and the challenges of a physician branching out from an unfulfilling practice. From a medical professional herself, Jordana saw how health can not only...
Episode 79: Learning How to Save Your…Assets with Brian Bradley, Esq.
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest Brian Bradley, as they talk about the different layers of asset protection and the part where people go wrong when it comes to managing their assets. Asset protection is not traditional estate planning but is modern estate...
Episode 78: Communication, Goals, and Finances in Clinical Medical Education- Rounds to Residency Podcast
Join your host Andrew Tisser in this guest appearance recap in the Round to Residency Podcast with Chase DiMarco. In this episode, Andrew talks about tips for building better communication with teammates, planning specialty selection, and goal-setting strategies for...
Episode 77: Is A Career in Administration Right For You? With Nate Link MD, MPH
Join your host Andrew Tisser with his guest Nate Link MD, MPH, as they talk about the kind of physicians who shouldn’t lead, the attributes of highly effective physician leaders, his book: The Ailing Nation, and more. For Nate, institutions regarding health care need...
Episode 76: How Tax Reduction Planning Can Save Physicians MAJOR Dollars with Paulina Szuszkiewicz
Join your host Andrew Tisser and guest, Paulina Szuszkiewicz, as they speak about tax reduction and the many strategies that allow you to pay as little in taxes as legally possible. As the co-founder of SmartCloud CPA, in this episode, Paulina talks about tax...
Episode 75: The Wonderful Dandelion- Understanding Alternative Medicine with Dr. Kelley Vandergrift
Join your host Andrew Tisser and his guest, Dr. Kelley Vandergrift, as they talk about alternative medicine and the book she authored entitled Trading Pills for Plants. In her consultations, more and more patients have started asking about alternative treatment...
Episode 74: Top 10 Dos and Don’ts to Keep Nursing on Your Side with Susan Brooks
Join your host Andrew Tisser and guest Susan Brooks, Director of Patient Care Services for Catholic Health System at St. Joseph Hospital, as they talk about the many dos and don'ts for physicians who are fresh out of residency. Susan presents us with nothing but...
EPISODE 73: Student Loan Debt: Understanding Your Options and Building a Plan of Attack With Kaitlin Walsh-Epstein
Join your host Andrew Tisser and guest, Kaitlin Walsh-Epstein, the Senior VP of Marketing at Laurel Road, as they talk about how to think about student loans, debt forgiveness, and the financial tools that can help bid your debts goodbye easier and faster. In this...
Episode 72: Three Steps to a Career Path: The Medicine Mentors Podcast
Join your host Andrew Tisser in this guesting recap with Kush Gupta, MD of Medicine Mentors Podcast. In this episode, Andrew talks about his personal experience with burnout, how he deals with clients who are unhappy with their medical careers, as well as his journey...
Episode 71: Did I Match? The Changing Landscape of Graduate Medical Education with Jason Reminick MD, MBA, MS
Join your host Andrew Tisser and guest Jason Reminick as they talk about this year’s residency application interviews and Thalamus, the app he founded that streamlines the application experience for all sides of the process. In this episode, Jason opens up about his...
EPISODE 70: Revenue Cycle Management: Getting Paid with Matt Seefeld
Join your host Andrew Tisser and guest Matt Seefeld as they talk about the role you need to play and the responsibilities that revolve around revenue cycles. For Matt, professionals like him aren’t exposed to the technicalities of how they get paid in residency. Matt...
EPISODE 69: Choosing a Specialty and Finances to Maximize Happiness- The Prospective Doctor Podcast
In this episode, tune in to Andrew as he talks on The Prospective Doctor Podcast by Erkeda DeRouen about the essential questions that need to be asked regarding specialty and finances. Listen as he speaks of the importance of evaluating and aligning to personal...
EPISODE 68: Good Things Happen to Those Who Hustle- How to Start Your Physician Side Gig
Join your host Andrew Tisser in this refreshing format of the Talk2Medoc Podcast as he talks about: How to Approach Starting a Side-gig as a Physician. Generally, physicians are always paid well. If that is the case, why then should a physician consider having a...
EPISODE 67: Medical Alert Devices and the Future of Telemedicine with Jordan Savitsky!
Join your host Andrew Tisser and guest Jordan Savitsky as they talk about the business that helps our senior loved ones enjoy their best lives at home. As the founder and CEO of ATC Alert, Jordan sees the peace of mind for families with senior members as a strong...
EPISODE 66: It’s Okay to Not Feel Okay: How to Deal with Having Doubts About Your Medical Career with Chelsea Turgeon, MD
Join your host Andrew Tisser and guest Chelsea Turgeon as they talk about the doubts that healthcare professionals have over their work and how one can figure out if a career shift is a solution. As someone who’s been through the same, Chelsea now helps burnt-out...
EPISODE 65: Health and Fitness Done Right. Self-Care with Heather Hammerstedt, MD
Join your host Andrew Tisser and guest Dr. Heather Hammerstedt as they talk about circadian rhythm, personal calendars, and the sustainable health transformation that starts with food. For Dr. Heather, everything begins with what you eat. That’s why in this episode,...
EPISODE 64: Using Online Tools to Market What You Need with Dana Corriel, MD
Join your host Andrew Tisser and guest Dana Corriel, MD, as they talk about how healthcare service extends out to people and the space that physicians are not occupying in general. In this episode, Dana will share the platform she created that empowers physicians to...
EPISODE 63: What Are My Options? Non-Clinical Careers with John Jurica, MD MHA CPE
Join Andrew Tisser with John Jurica, as they discuss about non-clinical career opportunities. These non-clinical jobs have become a more popular career choice for many physicians. John shares several great reasons why you should choose a non-clinical career and...
EPISODE 62: Male-Dominated Fields, What’s the Deal? With Barbara Hamilton, MD
Join Andrew Tisser with Barbara Hamilton, as they discuss women in traditionally male-dominated fields in medicine. There are many misconceptions and standards of what women should do or become. It’s important that you speak up and pursue your passion. In this...
EPISODE 61: Money Made Easy, Top 3 Tips for Physicians with Bonnie Koo, MD
Join Andrew Tisser with Bonnie Koo as they discuss her three top money tips for physicians! In this episode, you’ll learn: - How to get started in the world of financial literacy. - How money beliefs shape what you do. - Why money doesn't have to be scary. - And much...
EPISODE 60: The Value of Giving with Bestselling Author Bob Burg
Join your host Andrew Tisser and guest Bestselling Author Bob Burg as they speak about the value of providing genuine, unadulterated care to people, the perception of prosperity, and the five laws of stratospheric success. In this episode, Bob also explains an excerpt...
EPISODE 59: Lawyers are People Too! With Candace Alnaji, Esq.
Today’s Guest Candace Alnaji, Esq Candace Alnaji, Esq. is an attorney, career strategist, and workplace consultant. She is founder of The Mom at Law®, PLLC and Alnaji Career and Workplace Strategies, LLC. Candace began her legal career as a workplace...
EPISODE 58: The Natural History of Physician Finances- Your Dollars and You with Tyler Olson
oin Andrew Tisser with Tyler Olson, as they discuss financial planning for physicians. Tyler helps his clients build toward financial success by teaching them good budgeting habits and decisions. Becoming a physician is certainly not cheap; that’s why learning about...
EPISODE 57: Trainee To Founder- Scaling a Startup During Medical Training with Greg Hanson, MD MPH
Join Andrew Tisser with Dr. Greg Hanson, as they discuss about how he and his wife scaled their company even during medical training. Despite having no business background or experience in the industry, they successfully overcame their challenges as a startup company!...
EPISODE 56: Living the Locums Life with Andrew Wilner, MD
Join Andrew Tisser with Andrew Wilner, MD, as they discuss about what locum tenens is and it works. Andrew has many years of experience working as a locum tenens physician and is an amazing writer. He also shares strategies, the downsides of locums, and why you should...
EPISODE 55: How Becoming a New Parent is Like Becoming a New Physician with Tracey Agnese, MD
Join Andrew Tisser with Tracey Agnese as they discuss about the similarities of the early career physicians and new parents. Tracey is a Pediatrician with more than 10 years of experience in the industry. She also talks about the importance of self-care during early...
EPISODE 54: Under the White Coat: sex, love and intimacy survival tips during training and beyond
Join Andrew Tisser with Dr. Jeremy Toffle as they discuss about the challenges of being a father and a doctor at the same time. Dr. Jeremy also shares a lot of great parent advice, especially for first-time fathers! In this episode, you’ll learn: How Dr. Jeremy...
EPISODE 53: Being a Dad in Medicine with The Imperfect Dad, MD
Join Andrew Tisser with Dr. Jeremy Toffle as they discuss about the challenges of being a father and a doctor at the same time. Dr. Jeremy also shares a lot of great parent advice, especially for first-time fathers! In this episode, you’ll learn: How Dr. Jeremy...
EPISODE 52: Undergraduate Medical Education, Osteopathic Medicine, and Goats! With Jerry Balentine, DO
Join Andrew Tisser with Dr. Jerry Balentine as they discuss about Undergraduate Medical Education and Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Jerry also talks about the importance of trying different things to find out what you really want to do, take opportunities as they come...
EPISODE 51: How Well Do You Know Yourself, Really? Self-Knowledge and Practicing Balance with Dawn Baker MD
Join Andrew Tisser with Dr. Dawn Baker MD as they talk about self-knowledge and practicing balance to establish a strong belief of who you are and your identity! There are a lot of great takeaways from this episode that can impact your life by encouraging and helping...
EPISODE 50: To Improve Treatment Outcomes, Involve the Family! A Conversation with Family Addiction Coach Patrick Doyle
Join Andrew Tisser with Patrick Doyle as they talk about substance abuse, family and treatment outcomes. Patrick shares the importance of being empathetic, compassionate and how incredible the impact is when a family helps their relative get through addiction. In this...
EPISODE 49: Physician Lifestyle Design with Dr. Trey Hanson
Join Andrew Tisser with Dr. Trey Hanson as they discuss lifestyle design for physicians! In this episode, you’ll learn: What is physician lifestyle design? The importance of creating meaning in life both at work and at home. How Trey forms deeper connections with...
EPISODE 48: Lessons I’ve Learned Along the Way with Dr. Sogol Pahlavan
Join Andrew Tisser with Dr. Sogol Pahlavan as they discuss important lessons for the early-career physician. In this episode, you’ll learn: 5 key lessons for early career physicians. How to create a vision for your career. How to leverage technology to innovate. Much...
EPISODE 47: Real Estate Investing Continued: Everything Syndications with Dr. Cherry Chen
Join Andrew Tisser with Dr. Cherry Chen as they discuss real estate syndicatins! In this episode, you’ll learn: What a syndication is. How a syndication can be a truly passive form of investing. How to think about returns and risk Much more! Today’s Guest Cherry Chen,...
EPISODE 46: Creating Your Best Life: The Science of Goal Setting with Best-Selling Author Caroline Adams Miller
Join Andrew Tisser with Caroline Adams Miller as they discuss the science of goal setting! In this episode, you’ll learn: Why goals matter and how best to achieve them. Why Caroline doesn’t feel SMART goals are good enough. The definition of true grit. Much more!...
EPISODE 45: A Mom, A Doctor, A Leader: Overcoming Adversity with Hala Sabry DO MBA
Join Andrew Tisser with Dr. Hala Sabry as they discuss being a mom, a doctor and a leader! In this episode, you’ll learn: Hala’s own struggles with infertility. Challenges unique to female physicians and strategies Hala has used to overcome them. Why Hala almost...
EPISODE 44: Nobody is Coming to Save You… and Why That’s a Good Thing!
Join Andrew Tisser in this previous Facebook LIVE episode discussing why nobody is coming to save is actually a great thing! In this episode, you’ll learn: Why the idea of being handed your ideal career is flawed and doesn’t serve you. How learning to work through...
EPISODE 43: Marketing Doesn’t Have to Be Gross with Kayla Wright
Join Andrew Tisser with Kayla Wright as they discuss all things marketing! In this episode, you’ll learn: Why marketing is necessary for physicians both employed and self-employed. How marketing does not equal sales. What pain point marketing is and why Kayla doesn’t...
EPISODE 42: The Power of Ritual with Harry Karydes MD
Join Andrew Tisser with Harry Karydes as they talk about how daily rituals can be a powerful secret to success! In this episode, you’ll learn: Harry’s own burnout story. How rituals and daily habits can combat burnout and help with personal and professional goals....
EPISODE 41: Everything You Wished You Knew About Commercial Real Estate with Colin Carr
Join Andrew Tisser with Colin Carr as they talk about all things commercial real estate! In this episode, you’ll learn: Leasing vs Buying Real Estate for a medical practice Why commercial real estate lending is more favorable than residential Basics of commercial real...
EPISODE 40: What is Direct Primary Care and Why Should I Care? With Paul Thomas, MD
Join Andrew Tisser with Dr. Paul Thomas as they talk about an exciting new model of primary care. In this episode, you’ll learn: What is Direct Primary Care? Benefits of DPC to patients and physicians alike How to negotiate wholesale prices on labs and imaging Much...
EPISODE 39: What You Need to Know About Your Next Contract with Kyle Claussen, JD
Join Andrew Tisser with Kyle Claussen as they talk about physician contracts. He’s the CEO of Resolve- a company dedicated to empowering physicians. Kyle is a frequent presenter to residency programs on the topics of physician employment contracts, physician...
EPISODE 38: What the Heck is Peer Support with Susan Wilson MD!
Join Andrew Tisser with Susan Wilson as they discuss a variety of topics relating to burnout support and prevention. Susan is an emergency physician turned coach and peer-supporter! In this episode, you’ll learn: • The meaning of peer-support • What is second victim...
EPISODE 37: Necessary Insurances Made Easy with Shaun McDuffee
Join Andrew Tisser with Shaun McDuffee, a financial advisor who works directly with physicians. He has years of experience in the field and knows how to break down complicated subjects simply. In this episode, you’ll learn: What is disability insurance and why do I...
EPISODE 36: The Secret to Reclaiming Time as a Busy Professional with Prianca Naik, MD
In this episode which was released as a Facebook Live learn the secret to reclaiming time in a fascinating discussion between Andrew Tisser and Prianca Naik! Prianca can be found...
EPISODE 35: What Are Physician Mortgages and Should I Get One? With Michael Parisi Mortgage Extraordinaire
Join Andrew Tisser with Michael Parisi as they talk about Physician Mortgages and much more! Michael shares his knowledge about mortgages relating to physicians. He also gave tips and advice that physicians need to know for them to get this mortgage. Physicians listen...
EPISODE 34: Social Media or Just Media? Amplifying Your Message with Dana Corriel MD
Join Andrew Tisser with Dr. Dana Corriel as they talk about amplifying your message. She’s a board-certified Internist, who decided she was no longer happy after 10-15 years of clinical practice. Currently, she’s an entrepreneur, empowering physicians by giving them...
EPISODE 33: Learn How to Achieve the “Stress Proof Brain” with Melanie Greenberg, PhD
Join Andrew Tisser with Melanie Greenberg as they talk about achieving the “Stress-Proof Brain.” Melanie is a clinical psychologist, an academic researcher, a life coach, an expert on treating stress and trauma. It’s a great time to dive into this topic with the...
EPISODE 32: Advice to the Early Career Physician from my Former Guests!
Meet Andrew Career Strategist and Podcast Host I help early career physicians (and those docs who haven’t figured it out yet) with financial and career optimization so they can be personally and professionally happy. I know it’s not easy. You’re frustrated by student...
EPISODE 31: Why Physicians Should NOT Start a Podcast, with Bradley Block MD
Join Andrew Tisser with Dr. Bradley Block as he answers why physicians should NOT start a podcast. Bradley is an otolaryngologist, and the host of the podcast Physicians Guide to Doctoring. They get into podcasting tips and advice for young physicians who’re...
EPISODE 30: Run Toward Something, Not Away with Brent Lacey, MD
Join Andrew Tisser with Brent Lacey as they talk about building a business as a doctor. He is a full-time gastroenterologist helping other physicians get knowledge, resources, and connections to succeed in personal finance. Should new graduates consider starting their...
EPISODE 29: Being Yourself in Medicine: LGBTQ+ and Systemic Discrimination with Drs. Chase Anderson and Carl Streed Jr.
Join Andrew Tisser with Doctors Chase Anderson and Carl Streed Jr. as they talk about being yourself in medicine. They get into the systematic discrimination that people of color and different sexual identities get in the medical field. Chase and Carl also share what...
EPISODE 28: Being the CEO of You Inc. With Dr. Una, the EntreMD!
Join Andrew Tisser with Dr. Una as they talk about building a business as a doctor. As we find ourselves reaching the working environment, the things we’ve worked so hard for when we were students seem to turn into a monotonous river of meaningless effort. Years and...
EPISODE 27: What is Blockchain Technology and Why Should I Care? With Leah Houston, MD
Join Andrew Tisser with Leah Houston as they talk about blockchain technology. Leah is an emergency physician, a real estate investor, and a blockchain expert. She shares what blockchains are and why investing in it for the medical field can truly help health...
EPISODE 26: Student Loans are a Tax, Not a Debt with Travis Hornsby
Join Andrew Tisser (Talk2MeDoc Podcast) with Travis Hornsby as they talk about planning for student loans. Travis is passionate about helping students make sure that they get to live the life they want to live. He shares his take on Public Service Loan Forgiveness...
EPISODE 25: New Direction for Talk2MeDoc!(Welcome Part 2)
Meet Andrew Career Strategist and Podcast Host I help early career physicians (and those docs who haven’t figured it out yet) with financial and career optimization so they can be personally and professionally happy. I know it’s not easy. You’re frustrated by student...
EPISODE 24: Finances Part 2- Multiple Streams of Income with Christopher Loo, MD PhD
Join Andrew Tisser (Talk2MeDoc Podcast) with Christopher Loo as he talks about finances and having multiple sources of income. He shares his experience of leaving residency to devote himself to his two companies and his advice for physicians who have trouble making...
EPISODE 23: Cybersecurity and EHR Complaince Made Easy with Joe Gellatly!
Join Andrew Tisser (Talk2MeDoc Podcast) with Joe Gellatly (Medcurity) as he discusses cybersecurity and EHR Compliance. As different kinds of data theft have been seen in clinics and hospitals; Joe works to find solutions to protect organizations against these...
EPISODE 22: Physician, Heal Thyself with Dr. Carolle Jean-Murat MD, FACOG
Join Andrew Tisser (Talk2MeDoc Podcast) with Dr. Carolle as she discusses what makes up health and how to deal with the stressors of the system. By the end of the episode, you will learn the value of healing oneself, her approach to patient care and how to truly...
EPISODE 21: Telling Your Story, Insight from Pharmaceuticals with Marieke Jonkman PharmD
Join Andrew Tisser (Talk2MeDoc Podcast) with Marieke Jonkman as they discuss the significance of communication in the healthcare industry. She is a healthcare professional that disseminates medical and scientific information through relationship building. Marieke...
EPISODE 20: Finances Part 1 with The White Coat Investor, James Dahle MD
Join Andrew Tisser (Talk2MeDoc Podcast) with James Dahle as they talk about finances for doctors. James is a self-taught expert on financing and investing who aims to help other physicians like himself to learn about managing their wealth. He reveals his strategy to...
EPISODE 19: A Brave New World- Healthcare in the Post-COVID Era with Tom Davis, MD FAAFP
Join Dr. Andrew Tisser (Talk2MeDoc Podcast) with Tom Davis as they talk about healthcare in the post-COVID era. With the changes that COVID-19 has made way for, you have to accept that the world has indeed changed. Tom explains what people in the healthcare industry...
EPISODE 18: Finally A Nurse Perspective! With Lily Werenczak, RN
Join Dr. Andrew Tisser (Talk2MeDoc Podcast) with Lily Werenczak as she talks about the significance of communications in the healthcare industry. She explains the problems with team-based communication and how hierarchy within organizations and teams lead to a power...
EPISODE 17: The COVID-19 Pandemic Physician Protection Act & Healthcare Worker Student Debt
Join me in this SPECIAL EPISODE with anonymous guest “Doctor K” as they talk about the COVID-19 Pandemic Physician Protection Act (CPPPA) and healthcare worker’s student debt. In summary, this legislation would address: • Access to Personal Protective Equipment for...
EPISODE 16: Living Your Authentic Physician Life with Francis Yoo, DO
Today’s guest is Dr. Francis Yoo. Listen in as he discusses career happiness, burnout and being true to oneself! Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a...
EPISODE 15: The Vampires Are Out! Laboratory Services with Emily Yates MBA, MLS, ASCP
Today’s guest is Emily Yates! Listen in as she shares her perspectives on the laboratory and teamwork! Today’s Guest Emily Yates MBA, MLS, ASCP Emily Yates lives in Elizabethtown, KY and is the laboratory manager at her local hopsital. She has obtained a Master’s in...
EPISODE 14: From Poop Jokes to Professional Happiness with Alexander Perelman DO, MS
Today’s guest is Alexander Perelman DO, MS! Listen as Alex shares his views as a trainee, sub-specialist and all around great guy! Today’s Guest Alex Perelman DO, MS Alexander Perelman DO, MS is currently a gastroenterology fellow at the University of Connecticut....
EPISODE 13: The Science of COVID-19 with Lawrence Mayer MD, MS, PhD
Today I have a special episode with Lawrence Mayer MD, MS, PhD. Dr. Mayer is an epidemiologist who is devoting night and day with his team to pour over the data surrounding COVID-19. Today’s Guest Lawrence Mayer MD, MS, PhD Dr. Mayer is an independent consultant and...
EPISODE 12: The Killer Computers Are Coming!- EHRs with Michelle Flemmings MD, FACEP
Today’s guest is Michelle Flemmings MD, FACEP! Listen in as she shares her years of experience as a clinician, EHR expert, administrator and much more! Michelle discusses the EHR as it relates to burnout and communication as a whole. Today’s Guest Michelle...
EPISODE 11: You CAN Teach People to Communicate: Karen Panzarella PT, PhD, CHSE
Today’s guest is Karen Panzarella PT, PhD, CHSE! Listen in as she shares her years of experience as both an educator and a clinician! Today’s Guest Karen Panzarella PT, PhD, CHSE Karen Panzarella is an Associate Professor at D’Youville in Buffalo, NY; a Certified...
EPISODE 10: I Don’t Eat My Apple a Day- Nutrition and Dietary with David Orozco MS, RDN
Today’s guest is David Orozco MS, RDN! Listen in he shares tips on nutrition, dietary, communication with different disciplines and his approach to health! Today’s Guest David Orozco MS, RDN David owns TD Wellness, LLC, a nutrition and wellness practice in Atlanta GA,...
EPISODE 9: Wellness and Burnout in Healthcare with Dr. Errin Weisman
Today’s guest is Errin Weisman DO! Listen in as she shares her no-nonsense approach to wellness, coaching and physician burnout! She has a refreshing outlook as well as very interesting insight into communication! Today’s Guest Errin Weisman DO Errin Weisman, DO is a...
EPISODE 8: “The Milk of the Viper” with Elijah Smith!
Today’s guest is Elijah Smith! Experienced security officer, knife sharpener and all around interesting individual. I was floored by some of the stories Elijah had to share. Listen is as he shares his years of experience “in the trough” as he puts it. Today’s Guest...
EPISODE 7: Moving (Functionally) Toward Improved Communication- Lindsay Bilson, DPT
Today’s guest is Lindsay Bilson, DPT- outpatient physical therapist and true patient advocate. I am good friends with Lindsay personally and have learned much from her in regards to functional movement patterns. She also happens to be a great person! Lindsay has many...
EPISODE 6: She Wrote the Book On Communication- Laura Cooley, PhD
Today’s Guest Laura Cooley, PhD Laura Cooley, PhD, leads education and outreach for The Academy of Communication in Healthcare. She serves as Editor-in-Chief for The Journal of Patient Experience, an open-access, indexed, SAGE publication, dedicated to presenting...
EPISODE 5: Children Aren’t Just Small Adults?- Brielle Swerdlin MS, CCLS
Today’s Guest Brielle Swerdlin Brielle Swerdlin, MS, CCLS earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Utica College, where she majored in Psychology- Child Life. After working in the field of child life for a few years she completed her Master of Science degree in...
EPISODE 4: Let’s Talk About Drugs, Baby- Greg Meola, Pharm.D
Today’s guest is Greg Meola- emergency pharmacist extraordinaire! I first met Greg while completing my Emergency Medicine residency in Syracuse, NY. He has certainly taught me a lot about medication usage, antibiotic stewardship and how to be an effective teacher....
EPISODE 3: Security.. Not Just Muscle- Rick Jordan
Today’s Guest Rick Jordan Rick Jordan is a former IT specialist turned security personell. In his two years at his current position he has risen from to Corporal and now Sergeant. Rick feels that his career in IT holding supervisory and training roles gave him the...
EPISODE 2: From Family Medicine to C-Suite and Back- Dr. John Jurica
Today’s Guest John Jurica MD, MPH, CPE John Jurica MD, MPH, CPE is a board certified family physician. He served VP of Medical Affairs and Chief Medical Officer of a regional hospital. John is a blogger, podcaster, business owner and entrepreneur. He enjoys bluegrass...
EPISODE 1: WELCOME TO TALK2MEDOC!
Welcome to the show! I am so excited to be here with you. This is a brief introduction episode explaining who I am, who the show is for and some of what’s to come. To Get Started Use the Audio Player at the Top of This Post. I will be posting episodes right here on...