Our newest podcast episode of Coaching Physicians: A Prescription for Leadership features Dr. Ishraga Awad, Western Zone Associate Regional Medical Officer of Health.

Born and raised in Sudan, Dr. Awad earned her medical degree from the University of Khartoum and completed her residency at Soba University Hospital in South Khartoum. She later pursued postgraduate training in public health and primary care in the United Kingdom. With over 25 years of experience in public and primary healthcare across Sudan and the UK, Dr. Awad now calls Liverpool, Nova Scotia, home. Dr Awad offers her lived experience as a rich opportunity to explore themes of resilience, adaptation, and professional reinvention.

In this episode, Dr. Awad shares: (1) Her journey to Nova Scotia and her transition into medical practice and leadership; (2) How she overcame self-doubt while adapting to a new professional and personal environment: (3) Her advice for Canadian trained physicians on supporting internationally trained medical professionals

Tune in for this great conversation on navigating change, building leadership, and embracing new opportunities.