By CCIM
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In this special episode of Creative Careers in Medicine, we get to know our hosts better! Dr Elise Putt interviews Dr Amandeep Hansra, the founder of Creative Careers in Medicine, to unpack her journey from traditional general practice to pioneering roles in digital health.
Dr Hansra touched on her academic journey, which includes a Bachelor of Medicine with honours, a Global Executive MBA, and a Master’s in Public Health and Tropical Medicine. Her leadership roles span prestigious organisations, including Telstra Health, Medibank, NIB, and the Department of Home Affairs. Despite her myriad achievements, she continues to practise as a GP in Sydney and remains actively involved in various boards and committees.
Her journey into non-traditional medical fields began with a telehealth role which let her balance family needs. It spurred into a cascade of opportunities, leading her to work in management, clinical governance, and more.
Being active in governance, Dr Hansra advocates for clinical representation on healthcare boards and emphasises the importance of balancing family and career. She aspires to make a positive impact on the health system and seeks more international exposure, fueled by a passion for global healthcare challenges.
Dr Hansra offers solid advice for junior doctors and medical students, on navigating the broad field of digital health, emphasising the importance of networking and engagement in community spaces, without the necessity of specific qualifications. She encourages exploration and professional growth rather than rushing towards specialisation.
Dr Hansra also tells the beginnings of Creative Careers in Medicine, a community supporting professionals exploring unconventional medical careers. Which has grown significantly, fostering connections, peer support, and career advice among its members.
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In this special episode of Creative Careers in Medicine, we get to know our hosts better! Dr Dana Phang, is interviewed by Dr Amandeep Hansra, the founder of Creative Careers in Medicine. Dr Hansra delves into Dr Phang’s personal journey, and the experiences that shaped her career.
Dr Phang shares that her decision to become a doctor was heavily influenced by her parents rather than a personal aspiration. She found enjoyment and a sense of belonging in medical school, eventually considering specialties such as ophthalmology.
However, during her junior doctor years, particularly during a challenging rural internship, Dr Phang contemplated leaving the profession. She recognised that such struggles were not uncommon but are rarely discussed. Which led to her creation of Junior Doctor’s Corner, a podcast aimed at providing support and resources to junior doctors.
Dr Phang taught herself podcasting through online resources and handled all aspects of Junior Doctor’s Corner which served as a creative outlet beyond her clinical work. Developing her passion for storytelling and honing her interviewing skills.
After locuming across Australia, Dr Phang enjoyed the flexibility and eventually chose general practice for its long-term patient relationships. As a GP Fellow, she now balances her clinical work with podcasting, offering her a blend of creativity and professional fulfilment. She focuses on integrating her personal and professional life, particularly with upcoming family commitments.
Finally, Dr Phang also reveals a variety of ambitions, from wanting to be an air hostess to owning a bridal dress shop, and later, a fiction writer inspired by her love for books like Harry Potter. Acknowledging the cultural pressure from her Asian family to pursue traditional careers but has found ways to incorporate her passion for creativity within her medical career.
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In this special episode of Creative Careers in Medicine, we get to know our hosts better! Dr Dana Phang interviews co-host Dr Elise Putt. They explore her journey into and through medicine, and the various influences along the way.
Dr Elise Putt graduated medical school wanting to become a paediatrician and now finds herself working at a ski clinic, studying a Masters of Public Health and podcasting (and much more!) with Creative Careers in Medicine.
Dr Putt emphasises the importance of following opportunities and interests, rather than adhering to a traditional medical career trajectory. She encourages others to embrace the concept of equifinality – the idea that there are many different paths to the same destination. This philosophy has guided her varied and fulfilling career journey.
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In this episode of the Creative Careers in Medicine podcast, Dr Elise Putt interviews Dr Jaz Daniells, an inspiring professional with a diverse and multifaceted career journey. Dr Jaz Daniells has not only made significant contributions in medicine but has also pursued her passion for the arts and public health. Dr Daniells is an ACRRM trainee, actor, and yoga teacher, and is now studying acting in France at the École internationale de théâtre Jacques Lecoq (International Theatre School Jacques Lecoq). She has a Master's in International Public Health from the University of Sydney and completed a Women in Science Leadership Fellowship with Homeward Bound.
Dr Daniells has balanced her work in medicine with her creative interests. Working in various roles, including as an Emergency Department Registrar in Alice Springs and as a Palliative Care Registrar in Launceston, Tasmania, where she also engaged in acting and yoga instruction. Dr Daniel’s’ journey into medicine was sparked by her love for biology, science, human connection, and problem-solving.
She was active in advocacy and student groups during medical school, particularly AMSA and Global Health. Dr Daniells discovered a passion for yoga and theatre, participating in a med school revue and later pursuing yoga teacher training in India.
Dr Daniells faced challenges following a serious cycling accident leaving her unable to work after just completing her ACEM primary exams. The accident left her physically disabled for many months and resulted in a loss of coping strategies, such as exercise and yoga. Due to this she found it difficult to recover from the burnout from both exams and the effects of working in an underserviced health service, and this impacted her work and training. During her period of rehabilitation the importance of taking breaks to gain clarity and rediscover personal interests became clearer. Her participation in the Homeward Bound women's leadership initiative, which included a 12-month online program and a four-week expedition to Antarctica, greatly influenced her personal and professional growth.
She talked about her experience working as a medical registrar in different locations, engaging in locuming to achieve a work-life balance, and her passion for social justice, climate justice, and health equity. Sharing insights from her transition to the ACRRM training program and her involvement in various public health initiatives, including her contributions to COVID-19 response efforts.
In this episode of Creative Careers in Medicine podcast, host Dr Elise Putt sits down with Dr Ashe Coxon, a GP based in Townsville and the founder and director of Medical Career Planning. They delve into crucial aspects of interview and CV preparation for healthcare professionals aiming to advance their careers or transition into new opportunities.
Dr Ashe Coxon shares insights on different CV components, such as the appropriate use of high school achievements, the inclusion of references, and the importance of ordering and presenting contact information professionally. Providing advice on crafting a compelling career statement and cover letter, ensuring they are tailored to specific job roles and include relevant skills and experiences.
She also discussed CV formatting, including font styles and sizes, the use of colour, and the general order of CV sections. As well as effective techniques for preparing for different types of interview questions, using different frameworks to structure answers. She emphasises the importance of practising with others, understanding one's strengths, and building confidence for a successful interview process.
Bringing her wealth of experience as a career development practitioner and offers practical advice for both in-person and online interview preparation. They also discuss end-of-interview strategies, including how to address any critical points not covered during the interview and the significance of asking genuine questions about the job or company policies that matter to the candidate.
They also talked about the potential benefits of hiring an interview coach, especially for important job positions within the medical field.
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In this episode of Creative Careers in Medicine (CCIM), host Dr Dana Phang is joined by Dr Jason Lam, who shares his compelling career journey from ballet to medicine. Dr Lam discusses his struggles during residency, experiencing isolation and burnout, which led him to take a year off to pursue a Masters in Sports Medicine and a Diploma in Child Health. Initially contemplating a return to plastic surgery, he ultimately chose GP training and focused on sports medicine.
Dr Lam speaks about the emotional challenges of transitioning from plastics to GP training, and the process of rediscovering his passion for dance and teaching. His journey included completing essential paediatric/ED terms in Darwin and receiving the prestigious Crichton Dance Medicine Fellowship in Melbourne. This fellowship provided him with invaluable experience and the opportunity to work closely with top professionals, leading to his contribution to a textbook chapter on the foot and ankle.
Clinically, Dr Lam practises with a special interest in sports and dance medicine, utilising a broad skill set that includes skin cancer management and ultrasound. He emphasises the complexities of treating dance-related injuries, particularly in ballet dancers, leveraging his own background as a dancer. Discussing the rigorous schedule of the Australian Ballet and the importance of conditioning and load management.
He shares personal advice on self-care and the importance of reassessing goals to prevent burnout. He recounts his post-sepsis recovery, which deepened his empathy for patients with chronic conditions.
They also touch on lighter topics, such as Dr Lam's interest in an alternate career as a chef and his pandemic hobbies of barbecue and coffee. Listeners will find Dr Lam's resilient and adaptable career path both inspiring and educational.
Visit Dr Jason Lam’s website here: https://www.drjasonlam.com.au/
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In this episode of Creative Careers of Medicine Podcast, host Dr Elise Putt engages in a conversation with Dr Hatim Abdulhussein, Chief Executive of Health Innovation in Kent, Surrey, and Sussex. Dr Abdulhussein discusses his journey from being a GP to leading innovation and technology projects within the NHS. Delving into service automation in healthcare, emphasising the benefits of robotic process automation (RPA) and artificial intelligence (AI) in streamlining tasks such as blood test analysis, patient registration, and online consultations. Dr Abdulhussein highlights how using AI for triage in general practices can optimise consultation times and significantly improve patient care.
Exploring future technologies, focusing on remote monitoring and P4 medicine: Participatory, Preventative, Personalized, and Predictive. Using continuous blood glucose monitors for diabetes as a prime example of these advancements. He shares insights from the international healthcare scene, noting the innovations in Australia’s remote healthcare solutions and accessible imaging technologies. He also underscores the importance of cross-country learning and the potential AI scribes and ambient voice technology hold for enhancing patient consultations.
Dr Abdulhussein touches upon the differences between public and private healthcare systems, particularly in the adoption of new technologies. Drawing parallels with the U.S. healthcare system and reiterates his belief in universal healthcare, despite the associated challenges. Addressing the UK’s NHS, he discusses the pressures of an ageing population and increasing comorbidities. Emphasising the need for an adequately staffed healthcare system by 2040 when one in five people may have a long-term disease.
Packed with insights on implementing technological advancements in healthcare, fostering innovation, and balancing clinical and non-clinical roles for a fulfilling career. Dr Abdulhussein encourages healthcare professionals to embrace new opportunities and be part of the transformative journey in medicine.
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In this episode of Creative Careers in Medicine, host Dr Dana Phang introduces Dr Ushma Narsai, a multi-faceted professional whose career spans across the healthcare landscape in both South Africa and Australia. Dr Narsai shares her journey into medicine, inspired by a pivotal moment in high school when one of her sisters fell seriously ill. Delving into her diverse roles, starting with her medical school experience in South Africa at the University of the Witwatersrand, transitioning into her internship at the largest trauma hospital in the Southern Hemisphere, and her ultimate decision to pursue general practice.
Dr Narsai discusses her extensive involvement in clinical trials, beginning as a sub-investigator in South Africa and advancing to the role of principal investigator in Australia. She also elaborates on the terms and roles within the field of clinical trials, offering guidance for those interested in pursuing this path.
Dr Narsai also talks about her role as a clinical editor for HealthPathways, and how a chance encounter with a patient led to this fulfilling opportunity. She breaks down the responsibilities of a clinical editor, emphasising the importance of writing clear protocols and collaborating with both clinical and non-clinical stakeholders.
Exploring Dr Narsai’s dual role at Avant as a Senior Medical Advisor and Claims Manager. Outlining the intricacies of her job, from managing claims and providing medical advice to supporting her colleagues through challenging situations. She highlights how her medical skills have seamlessly transitioned into these non-clinical roles, encouraging other physicians to recognize the transferability of their expertise.
They wrap up with reflections on balancing multiple roles and the cognitive shifts required to transition between them. She emphasises the importance of persistence and the confidence to pursue varied career opportunities within and beyond clinical practice. Dr Narsai also reveals her unfulfilled dream of becoming a writer, illustrating the diverse aspirations that many healthcare professionals hold.
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In this episode of the CCIM podcast, host Dr Elise Putt sits down with Dr Michelle Johnston, an emergency physician at Royal Perth Hospital and a published novelist. Dr Johnston discusses the challenging balance between her clinical role and her passion for writing, emphasising the highly controlled environment of emergency medicine and the struggle to find time to write.
Sharing her writing journey, Dr Johnston recounts early failures and rejections, learning from feedback, and progressively improving her craft. She describes the long journey of her first serious work, "Dustfall," detailing the timeline and process of eventual publication in 2018 after numerous rejections.
Emphasising the slow, incremental nature of writing progress, Dr Johnston speaks about the significance of patience and focusing on the quality of work over the outcome. She identified herself as a "pantser" who does not outline her plots or characters beforehand, underscores the essential role of feedback and learning in developing writing skills.
Dr Johnston admires the work of authors such as Rebecca Solnit, Virginia Woolf, Barbara Kingsolver, Gabriel Garcia Marquez, and several others, for their beautiful writing and profound sentences. She shares that her most formative books include "Catch-22" and "One Hundred Years of Solitude." For her, the craft of writing is about creating sentences that combine observation, philosophy, and poetry, while also engaging readers with rhythm and musicality.
Reflecting on her experiences in emergency medicine, Dr Johnston finds joy in the absurdity and delight in human behaviour and choices, although she is cautious about sharing specific patient stories. She emphasises the writer's role in capturing the unnoticed beauty and humour of the world around us, aiming to help readers see things from a new perspective.
Discussing her nonfiction work on the human body and critical illness, sharing challenges encountered when starting with answers rather than questions. Reflecting on the things she learned through writing, the importance of time, and feedback for improvement. When considering an alternative career, Dr Johnston expresses an interest in journalism, highlighting its significance in delivering fair and accurate information.
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In this episode of CCIM, host Dana Phang is joined by Dr Nirvana Luckraj, the current Chief Medical Officer at HealthDirect Australia. Dr Luckraj's career spans multiple continents and diverse medical environments, offering invaluable insights for clinicians seeking new career opportunities.
Dr Luckraj began her career as a general practitioner in South Africa during a period of significant political change, gaining extensive experience in diverse medical settings. After medical school, she moved to the UK, where she held various hospital roles before settling as a general practitioner outside London. Her journey then led her to Australia, where she worked as a GP in the Sutherland Shire, and pursued locum positions in remote areas, including with the Royal Flying Doctors Society and Aboriginal medical services in Mount Isa.
Her curiosity for non-clinical roles led her to International SOS, where she managed medical assistance for companies and became the medical director for healthcare services for refugees and asylum seekers in detention centres. Dr Luckraj's career progression was fueled by her passion for diverse medical and cultural experiences rather than specific job titles. Being exposed to digital health in Singapore and role as a medical director at Babylon Health boosted her expertise in clinical artificial intelligence, software development, and regulation.
Feeling claustrophobic in Singapore during COVID-19, She moved to Australia to serve as the Chief Medical Officer at HealthDirect, her current role. She leads organisational-wide clinical governance, strategic initiatives, and represents HealthDirect externally. She shares the importance of career growth driven by passion and seizing opportunities, emphasising that every experience contributes to personal and professional development.
Dr Nirvana Luckraj's passion for exploring new cultures and her comfort with change have been pivotal in her international ventures, underscoring the minimalism and adaptability required for such transitions. Her journey serves as a testament to the value of continually learning and embracing new opportunities in the evolving digital health landscape.
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