One of my career mantras is “fix it up before you give it up”. That’s because leaving medicine is a big deal, but burnout can have you looking for the fastest way out, which isn’t always the best option. In order to make the right decision for you, it’s helpful to do everything you can to make things better before leaving. In this revisited episode from my first season, interventional radiologist Dr. Robert Kanterman talks about the process he used to improve his situation before ultimately deciding that a career transition was the right move for him. 

You can find the show notes for this episode and more information by clicking here: www.doctorscrossing.com/episode142

 

In this episode we’re talking about:

• What made Dr. Kanterman initially consider a career change
• Why jumping out of the water right away may not be the answer
• How to re-evaluate your clinical role
• Whether a schedule or setting change can improve your career satisfaction
• Considering traditional vs. out-of-the-box nonclinical options, including opening up an ice cream parlor!
• How doing less and saying “no” can be a good thing
• The role of internal growth and exploration in making an external change

 

Links for this episode:

Physician Transition Starter Kit - A “must have” when you’re questioning your career path. This 25-page guide answers many of your questions about career transition, nonclinical options, and how to just get started.