• Dr. Mitchel Goldman, Founder of Cosmetic Laser Dermatology and the Medical Director of West Dermatology, in conversation with Naren Arulrajah
• The beginning: Medical School
• Inspired by Dr. William Watson to become a dermatologist
• As a resident, did a study, wrote and published an article on sclerosing solutions & sclerotherapy. Was later asked to write a text book
• Worked, practiced and perfected treatments with lasers
• Inspire Happiness
• Forgiveness; give it and receive it
• Has learned from an early age that its good to help others
• Wants to be remembered as someone who inspired happiness in others

Visit: www.clderm.com

• Dr. Jason Emer, Cosmetic Dermatologist, in conversation with Naren Arulrajah
• Fellowship and clinical trials
• Helping HIV patients to look and feel better about themselves
• Started residency in New York
• Decided to start practice in Los Angeles
• Niche markets
• Helping others
• Using Social Media to its fullest
• Being an influencer
• Long term; building a large beauty center for every niche, treatment and to be able to teach
• Working to make others successful
• Multiple locations
• Collaborating with other Doctors

Visit: www.jasonemermd.com

• Dr. Joel Schlessinger, Skin Specialists P.C. & LovelySkin.com, in conversation with Naren Arulrajah
• Holds a conference called: Cosmetic Surgery Forum
• As you grow in your practice and encounter more situations, you realize how little you know and how much more you need to learn
• Started out in pediatrics, then half way through residency decided that dermatology was his passion
• Although it’s very difficult, be patient when you come out of residency
• Have a work- life balance and then when you have a family it’s important to have a family- work balance
• You should innovate to help not only yourself, but to help other Dermatologists
• Dermatology has changed so much over the years due to innovation
• Innovation is the key, so it’s not a competition in Dermatology, it’s a collaboration
• Your family should be your priority, always make time regardless of how busy your practice is. It’s your family that will always be there

Visit: www.lovelyskin.com Call: 877-754-6222

• David Straker, Board Certified Psychiatrist, in conversation with Naren Arulrajah
• Works with Dermatologists who have patients with anxiety & stresses with dermatological issues
• Helps these patients cope with their conditions, symptoms and everyday life
• Issues often stem through the mind and body connection
• Celebrities coming out about psychiatric issues has helped make awareness and openness for others to come out about their own issues
• The more awareness and acceptance there is the more people come out that are seeking treatment with mental health problems
• Unnecessary treatments and surgeries can lead to other risks in patients
• It’s important for the Dermatologist to be aware of certain psychiatric medicines that’s can cause dermatological side effects

Visit: www.columbiapsychiatry.org/profile/david-straker-do | psychiatrists.psychologytoday.com/rms/name/Dr.+David+A.+Straker_New+York_New+York_191629 | provider.kareo.com/dr-david-straker
Email: [email protected] or call: 212-472-0537

• Dr. Jeffrey Gold, a Pioneer in Direct Primary Care, in conversation with Naren Arulrajah
• His grandmother and her early onset dementia is the reason Dr. Gold started a career in medicine
• Left the system after 9 yrs and recently opened an independent direct primary care practice
• Contracts directly with the patients
• Using today’s technology to create better relationships with patients
• Helping make the patient’s life better and saving them money
• Start up for a direct primary care practice
• Surround yourself with people who can do things you are not adept at
• Difference between Concierge medicine and Direct Primary Care medicine
• Let’s talk numbers for a direct primary care doctor
• An actual day as a direct primary care doctor interacting with a patient using today’s technology
• Helping patients with recurring medical issues
• Leaving out the 3rd party
• Associations that offers advice and information for direct carepractices www.dpcfrontier.com, www.dpcare.org
• Working with self-funded employers to benefit their employees
• Offers free initial visit

Visit: www.golddirectcare.com / Email: [email protected] or call: 781-842-3961

• Dr. Melanie Watkins, Board Certified Psychiatrist, in conversation with Naren Arulrajah
• Grew up with a challenging childhood
• Learned at an early age to adapt easily
• Challenges become opportunities for growth
• Journaling is a gift to yourself
• When you start out journaling, start with gratitude
• Go in a career path that makes you happy, not what makes others happy
• Meeting the needs of others
• Be disciplined, set your goals, make them happen
• Take control and be open to possibilities
• Take care of yourself first so you can help others

Visit: www.drmelaniewatkins.com, www.takingmymedicine.com

• Dr. Mary Lupo, Board Certified Dermatologist, in conversation with Naren Arulrajah
• Attending a clinic as a resident, Dr. Lupo came to understand the importance of dermatology from the cosmetic aspect of disease
• Started a clinic while in residency to teach how to inject fillers, later including chemical peels and sclerotherapy
• Patience is a big part of crafting your skill and becoming better
• Know who you are. Self-awareness if the greatest gift you can give yourself
• Don’t be afraid to ask questions
• Channel adversity to make you stronger and better
• Identify the problem so you can focus on the solution
• Be personable with your patients
• The patient experience
• Take time out for ME time
• What is your Purpose

• Dr. Jeanine Downie, Dermatologist, in conversation with Naren Arulrajah
• Building a reputation and speaking all over the world
• You Learn when researching and writing, in turn making you a better, stronger doctor
• Teaching others from your expertise
• Know your material and practice, don’t be over confident
• Use things your passionate about to help others
• Earning and building on trust
• Value your time and focus on your goals

Visit: www.imagedermatology.com or call: 973-509-6900

• Dr. Jim Dahle, founder of www.whitecoatinvestor.com and a practicing emergency medicine doctor in conversation with Naren Arulrajah
• Got tired of being taken advantage of, so decided to learn for himself, started teaching and eventually started www.whitecoatinvestor.com
• Doctors want the ‘good life’ the ability to practice the way you want to, take care of your family, pay off debt, and maybe have a few luxuries along the way
• Realize the difference between income and net worth
• Save a significant percentage of earned income for your future
• If you get a raise, save it
• If you can’t pay cash, you shouldn’t buy it

• Dr. Ravi Komatireddy, doctor and entrepreneur in conversation with Naren Arulrajah
• Background on Dr. Ravi
• In 2014, Chief medical officer of 2 funded companies
• Branching Out
• Art & Science
• Professional relationships
• Courage