Brand New Dr.

We delve into the intricacies of the healthcare sector with Amy Story, a physician assistant turned clinician generalist and community creator. Amy's transition was quite a revelation - her love for learning and growth led her down a less traditional healthcare path, transforming her clinical skills and leveraging them in novel ways. Her passion has enabled her to create a thriving community for healthcare professionals, spotlighting their stories in her enlightening newsletter, 'Humans in Healthcare.'

We traverse the labyrinth of soft skills such as empathy and critical thinking, revealing how they seamlessly blend into healthcare and business settings. Amy shares her experiences, highlighting the daunting steps she took to venture outside the traditional career path and how she grappled with navigating the mental challenges of imposter syndrome and sunk cost fallacy.

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Will others perceive me as selfish if I choose to leave clinical practice? That is the question I posed in the previous episode, and in this episode, we'll continue this discussion.

I will acknowledge and tackle head-on the cultural expectations around caring professions. I'll discuss how you can handle external opinions without interfering with your career trajectory. I'll explore the critical role your mindset plays in making these crucial life decisions, and I will share some insights that will help you cope with the fear of being perceived as selfish.

Remember, the goal isn't to avoid judgment but to lead a fulfilling life despite it. So, let's set sail towards a career path that aligns with your true passions and perspectives.

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Years ago, I faced the harsh dilemma of leaving a clinical career I'd trained for and embraced a new path as a healthcare graphic designer and brand strategist. That transition was anything but easy, riddled with feelings of guilt and doubts of selfishness.

In this episode, I delve into cognitive dissonance, the conflict between our values and behaviours, as we explore the challenging crossroads of career change. I discuss how understanding and aligning your values can bring peace of mind and aid in making informed career decisions.

I also share insights on identifying and applying your values to your career decisions. Sharing from my transition, I address the notion of selfishness when contemplating leaving a clinical career and how your values can clear up this confusion.

Guiding you through the reconsideration process, I share my strategies to utilise your values for making optimal decisions. This episode urges you to ask the empowering question, "Am I making the best choice for me?" rather than dwelling on the guilt-ridden, "Am I being selfish?".

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Picture yourself stepping onto a stage, hundreds of eyes on you, the pressure of the moment weighing on your shoulders. Can you communicate your vision with confidence and poise? In this episode, I'm thrilled to bring you the insights of Jenna Dominique, a seasoned pitch coach and speaker who helps you navigate these high-pressure moments gracefully. Jenna believes that the art of communication is rooted in the three C's: confidence, content, and communication style. Jenna shares the strength in authenticity and explains how we can 'fake it 'til you make it' without compromising our integrity.

We also delve into the power of persuasion. Effective patient communication can differentiate between successful behaviour change and resistance. Jenna sheds light on the coaching approach to patient conversations, suggesting it builds stronger relationships and drives better results, which helps us envision a future where healthcare professionals are equipped with the tools to communicate confidently and effectively.

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In this Collection episode of Brand New Dr., I look back at my time with Chidiebere Ibe. Chidiebere, whose innovative work is shaking up the norms and earning recognition from platforms like Forbes and CNN, is making strides in diversifying the representation in medical textbooks.

In this collection episode, he reveals the struggles and setbacks he encountered in his path to becoming a medical doctor and his unwavering determination to transform the face of healthcare education.

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Chris French is a master strategist and social entrepreneur with over a decade's experience in the health sector. In this episode of Brand New Dr., Chris offers a view into his dynamic career journey - from his impactful community projects and health regulation to his time serving the Metropolitan Police as a special constable.

Chris is the current director of strategy at Health Foundry, where he spearheads the creation of a collaborative space for those innovating in digital health, embodying his mission of public protection, a lesson honed during his tenure at the Health and Care Professions Council.

Whilst sharing his transition from public to private sector, a journey laden with insights for anyone contemplating a similar shift, Chris underscores the significance of humility, resilience, and the power of action over negative emotions, encouraging those who dare to venture into new territory.

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What if the road to understanding mental health was not as straightforward as it seems? I sat down with the highly insightful Dr. Chukwuemeka Nwuba, who shared his unique journey into the field of eating disorders.

An accidental placement morphed into a lifelong passion, propelling him into psychiatry training and, eventually, authorship. With a deep understanding of co-morbidity in mental health, he unravels the complexity of eating disorders in an approachable manner.

We also delve into Dr. Chukwuemeka’s book, ‘Eating Disorders Don’t Discriminate’. The book is a profound compilation of experiences from many well-known personalities battling the five main types of eating disorders.

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Do you ever wonder why some cancer patients seek treatment abroad, often incurring immense financial burdens? In this collection episode, we explore this disturbing trend with our insightful guest, Mary Oladele - a healthcare professional specialising in cancer education and patient engagement. We explore the heartbreaking trust issues in the healthcare system, which, unfortunately, can result in patients drifting away from home for their treatment.

We also relive the anxiety-riddled journey of traversing medical school with Dr Yewande Oduwole. From the pressures of gruelling exams to the constant need to keep up, Yewande shares her struggles and offers tips to fellow medical school students.

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What if the cure for healthcare inequities resides in a multi-dimensional approach? We're exploring this provocative question with our esteemed guest, Dr Annabel Sowemimo, a doctor, activist and author who has dedicated her life to addressing these disparities.

We delve into the roots of systemic racism in healthcare and how it is viewed from the lens of a Black woman, clinician and scholar. Dr. Sowemimo shares her unique journey through medicine, shedding light on the impact of her non-linear education and community involvement on her understanding of healthcare.

Dr. Annabel's story is one that brings to life the reality of racial bias in medicine. Together, we grapple with 'taboo' topics, challenging the status quo and making room for uncomfortable but necessary discussions in medical education and practice.

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Ever wondered how impactful good design can be in healthcare? In this episode, we chat with Alex Bilstein, the Director of User Experience at Babson Diagnostics. Alex takes us through his transition from web design to healthcare UX, sharing his understanding of the importance of human-centred design. Along the way, he drops insightful nuggets on his experience working with teams of designers and engineers and how his interaction with end users has shaped his design process.

From the business intelligence side to engaging with end users, Alex walks us through his journey in UX design. He tells a compelling story about a project that almost lost its way because they overlooked the end user. This experience led him to prioritise human-focused design in all his projects, including an exciting reimagination of the established blood testing process.

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