Moms of Medicine

47. Dr. Joyce Park (aka TeaWithMD) on her career in dermatology with a social media platform, brand partnerships, and telehealth private practice all while being a mom to 2 little kids

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Summary
In this episode, Dr. Joyce Park shares her journey as a board-certified dermatologist and social media influencer, discussing her unique path into teledermatology and the challenges of balancing motherhood with her career. She reflects on the evolution of her practice, the importance of social media in driving patient engagement, and the realities of outsourcing childcare. Dr. Park emphasizes the need for women to redefine success and not be afraid to take non-traditional paths in their careers.

Takeaways

  • Dr. Joyce Park is a board-certified dermatologist with a teledermatology practice.
  • She began her journey in social media in 2011, initially as a blog.
  • Her telehealth practice allows her to balance work and motherhood effectively.
  • Social media drives all her patients, eliminating the need for traditional advertising.
  • Dr. Park emphasizes the importance of flexibility in her career to spend time with her children.
  • She discusses the challenges of maternity leave in the medical field.
  • Outsourcing childcare is essential for working mothers to maintain balance.
  • Dr. Park is launching a new haircare line, focusing on specific conditions.
  • She believes in the importance of training the next generation of men to share household responsibilities.
  • Success in medicine should not be defined by traditional metrics but by personal fulfillment.


 Connect with Moms of Medicine:
- Instagram @moms_of_medicine
- [email protected]


Connect with Dr. Joyce Park:

- Instagram @teawithmd

- teawithmd.com


keywords

dermatology, telehealth, motherhood, social media, skincare, haircare, women in medicine, work-life balance, parenting, entrepreneurship




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