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Are you feeling overwhelmed by the constant need to prove your medical expertise?
In this week’s episode, Dr. Lia talks about the challenges and anxieties surrounding board certification for pediatricians, particularly focusing on the evolution of the MOCA peds program. She shares personal experiences with various certification methods, from proctored exams to open-book tests, highlighting the stress and self-doubt that often accompany these processes. The importance of continuous learning in the medical field is also mentioned, recommending resources like pediatric board review materials and various CME opportunities. You’ll hear Dr. Lia will also touch on the prevalence of imposter syndrome among medical professionals, reassuring listeners that it's normal to not know everything and encouraging them to ask for help when needed. Ultimately, she advocates for a balanced approach to professional development, acknowledging both the necessity of expertise and the reality of human limitations in medical practice.
[2:54 -05:07] The Evolution of Board Certification Methods
[5:08 - 07:14] Navigating MOCA peds and Continuous Learning
[07:15 - 12:30] Expanding Mental Health Knowledge in Pediatrics
Resources mentioned on the show
MOCA-PBR www.pediatricsboardreview.com
Neuroscience Education Institute https://www.neiglobal.com/
REACH https://thereachinstitute.org/
nncpap.org
aap.org
aacap.org
AAP National Conference https://aapexperience.org/
Other episodes mentioned on the show:
https://pediatricmeltdown.com/episodes
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76. Pediatric Practices: Find Your Balance
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Key quotes for Twitter:
"You can't be a pediatrician, a nurse practitioner, or a PA without knowing stuff. I mean, you didn't just get there by accident. You didn't fool everybody."... Dr. Lia Gaggino on Imposter syndrome in the medical field
"I love MOCA peds. I think it's a great way to do board certification".. Dr. Lia Gaggino on Pediatric board certification
**Transcript of Episode Available upon request**
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
Pediatric Meltdown was listed as a Top 20 Pediatric Podcast on FeedSpot.
If you’d like to connect with me, you can Tap the “What Are Your Thoughts” button at the top of the notes or you can find me on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, or email me at [email protected]. To learn more about me visit https://www.pediatricmeltdown.com/ or reach out, DM me on IG, FB or LI and if you’d like to chat set up a discovery call to talk about your needs and challenges: https://calendly.com/gagginol/discovery-call
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Are you feeling overwhelmed by the constant need to prove your medical expertise?
In this week’s episode, Dr. Lia talks about the challenges and anxieties surrounding board certification for pediatricians, particularly focusing on the evolution of the MOCA peds program. She shares personal experiences with various certification methods, from proctored exams to open-book tests, highlighting the stress and self-doubt that often accompany these processes. The importance of continuous learning in the medical field is also mentioned, recommending resources like pediatric board review materials and various CME opportunities. You’ll hear Dr. Lia will also touch on the prevalence of imposter syndrome among medical professionals, reassuring listeners that it's normal to not know everything and encouraging them to ask for help when needed. Ultimately, she advocates for a balanced approach to professional development, acknowledging both the necessity of expertise and the reality of human limitations in medical practice.
[2:54 -05:07] The Evolution of Board Certification Methods
[5:08 - 07:14] Navigating MOCA peds and Continuous Learning
[07:15 - 12:30] Expanding Mental Health Knowledge in Pediatrics
Resources mentioned on the show
MOCA-PBR www.pediatricsboardreview.com
Neuroscience Education Institute https://www.neiglobal.com/
REACH https://thereachinstitute.org/
nncpap.org
aap.org
aacap.org
AAP National Conference https://aapexperience.org/
Other episodes mentioned on the show:
https://pediatricmeltdown.com/episodes
116. Physician Wellness Coaching: Proven Benefit!
98. Anxiety? Inattention? Depression?: Prescribe Nature! Dr. Stacy Beller Stryker
76. Pediatric Practices: Find Your Balance
Building Better Workflows Podcast
Building Better Workflows
Key quotes for Twitter:
"You can't be a pediatrician, a nurse practitioner, or a PA without knowing stuff. I mean, you didn't just get there by accident. You didn't fool everybody."... Dr. Lia Gaggino on Imposter syndrome in the medical field
"I love MOCA peds. I think it's a great way to do board certification".. Dr. Lia Gaggino on Pediatric board certification
**Transcript of Episode Available upon request**
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
Pediatric Meltdown was listed as a Top 20 Pediatric Podcast on FeedSpot.
If you’d like to connect with me, you can Tap the “What Are Your Thoughts” button at the top of the notes or you can find me on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, or email me at [email protected]. To learn more about me visit https://www.pediatricmeltdown.com/ or reach out, DM me on IG, FB or LI and if you’d like to chat set up a discovery call to talk about your needs and challenges: https://calendly.com/gagginol/discovery-call
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