The PA Is In | Tracy Bingaman | Physician Assistant/Physician Associate/PA-C/PA-S/PA Student

By Tracy Bingaman, PA-C | The Money PA | Physician Assistant | Physician AssociateMedicine Health & Fitness

The PA Is In | Tracy Bingaman | Physician Assistant/Physician Associate/PA-C/PA-S/PA Student episodes

August 22, 2024 277: [UNICORN] How to Talk About Obesity: A Masterclass
75% of American adults are overweight or obese. With that statistic, we will definitely treat overweight or obese patients, regardless of our specialties. But how do we discuss weight with our patients? Many PAs feels nervous about discussing a patient’s weight and don’t know how to approach what can be a very sensitive and emotionally-charged topic.
That’s why I have Elena Sullivan on the podcast today to lead a masterclass in talking about obesity with compassion. Elena has been working as a PA in obesity and lifestyle medicine for 4 years. She shares how to focus on longitudinal whole person care with our patients. Elena defines weight bias and stigma, and how we can identify our own biases in order to best care for our patients.
I learned so much from my conversation with Elena on the best ways to discuss obesity, weight loss and health with my patients, and also how to apply these tools to my own life. But my biggest takeaway from Elena’s masterclass on obesity? Elena believes that the biggest weight one can lose is that of others’ opinions and criticism of our own selves.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenasullivan/

COACHING
⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠
⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠

LINKS
EPISODE BLOG POST https://www.tracybingaman.com/blog
⁠TRACY ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠
⁠TRACY ON LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠

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38 min
August 20, 2024 276: [WORK] Moral Injury – How to Identify It & Recover from It
Moral injury can occur when healthcare professionals are forced to act in ways that contradict their moral or ethical beliefs due to external pressures or systemic constraints. Unlike burnout, which is often characterized by physical and emotional exhaustion, moral injury stems from a deep sense of betrayal or moral conflict.
In this episode, we'll explore the difference between moral injury and burnout and discuss practical strategies for addressing moral injury in your life and career. Whether you're experiencing these challenges firsthand or supporting colleagues who are, this episode aims to provide some clarity and a touch hope. You’ll walk away understanding moral injury and with the skills to identify if it’s happening to you.
Ep. 191 - 7 Tips to Complete the Stress Cycle ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fulfilled-the-podcast/id1534076810?i=1000608776948⁠
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COACHING
⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠
⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠
LINKS
EPISODE BLOG POST https://www.tracybingaman.com/blog
⁠TRACY ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠
⁠TRACY ON LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠

26 min
August 08, 2024 275: [WORK] How to Network Strategically & Effectively Without Feeling Sleazy
Press play to learn about something that’s crucial for advancing your career in healthcare – networking. Networking is SO incredibly important. Whether you're looking for new job opportunities, aiming to expand your professional horizons, or just trying to stay connected within the industry, networking is your secret weapon.
Networking can help you create connections, get a job, expand your opportunities, and open doors you didn't even know existed. It's about strategic career moves but networking doesn't have to feel sales-y or sleazy. Instead, it can be specific, strategic, and incredibly fruitful!
SPONSORS
CMF GROUP www.cmfgroup.com/ThePAIsIn
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COACHING
⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠
⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠
LINKS
EPISODE BLOG POST https://www.tracybingaman.com/blog
⁠TRACY ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠
⁠TRACY ON LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠
21 min
August 01, 2024 274: [UNICORN] Living Life to the Fullest as a PA
When was the last time you slowed down enough to evaluate how things are going in your life? Are you actually enjoying the journey? Are you headed towards a destination filled with what you value? Do you remember why you became a PA in the first place?
Tune in to today’s episode for a refreshing conversation with my friend, Adrian Banning. Adrian is a PA and Associate Professor at Delaware Valley University.
Adrian and I discuss how to overcome hustle culture so that work is not the center of your life, but what you do to help create the life you want.
Adrian also discusses the importance of lifestyle medicine and how we can encourage patients (and ourselves) to change their habits in order to create healthier lives. Adrian also teaches us how to use information mastery to effectively analyze and utilize evidence-based medicine.
At the end of the day, we’re all humans taking care of other humans. Let’s try and find the best way to care for others that also shows compassion to ourselves. We can be proud to be PAs and be excellent at what we do, but we don’t need to let our careers define who we are.

SPONSORS
Scrubmates: www.wearscrubmates.com
CM&F Group: www.cmfgroup.com/ThePAIsIn

CONNECT WITH ADRIAN
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-banning/

COACHING
⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠
⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠

LINKS
EPISODE BLOG POST https://www.tracybingaman.com/blog
⁠TRACY ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠
⁠TRACY ON LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠

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46 min
July 30, 2024 BTS [BONUS] Creating Positivity and Change in Healthcare
Musings on positivity, creating change, being human and the current state of healthcare and how to make moves happen. Whether you are brand new to working in medicine or a seasoned veteran, chipper and excited or walking through burnout and overwhelm, disenfranchised and marginalized or your rocking your way through your career, press play to learn how you can make a positive impact on those around you!
COACHING
⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠
⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠
LINKS
EPISODE BLOG POST https://www.tracybingaman.com/blog
⁠TRACY ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠
⁠TRACY ON LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠
7 min
July 25, 2024273: [UNICORN] From Burnout to Freedom: How One PA Created Flexibility and Ownership in Healthcare
Are you a PA feeling trapped in the traditional healthcare model, longing for more control over your time and career? You're not alone. In today’s episode, I sit down with Michael Rubio, a dermatology PA turned healthtech innovator, who shares his journey from burnout to breakthrough.
In our interview, Michael reveals how he leveraged technology to create a new healthcare delivery model that benefits both PAs and patients. He discusses:
The three main issues he identified in traditional practice

How he developed a platform that allows PAs to practice with more flexibility, often from home.

The surprising demand for direct-to-patient care models, even in systems with "free" healthcare.
Michael's insights open up a world of possibilities for PAs seeking more autonomy and financial growth. He shares how his model allows for:
Flexible work hours and locations

Increased earning potential through direct patient care

Opportunities for practice ownership and entrepreneurship

A more satisfying way to deliver patient care
But this isn't just about improving life for PAs. Michael explains how this model also enhances the patient experience by providing more convenient, accessible, and timely care. It's a win-win situation that could reshape the future of healthcare delivery.
If you're a PA who's ever dreamed of having more control over your schedule, the ability to work from anywhere, or the opportunity to build your own practice, this episode is a must-listen. Michael's journey proves that it's possible to create a fulfilling career that aligns with your personal goals and values. This episode could be the inspiration you need to take the first step towards your own professional transformation.
Don't miss out on this eye-opening conversation. Listen now and discover how you can create more freedom and ownership in your PA career. The future of healthcare is changing, and PAs have the opportunity to lead the way.

SPONSORS
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CONNECT WITH MICHAEL
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelrubiopa/
X [Formerly Twitter]: https://twitter.com/mikerubioonline
Website: https://www.wellrevolution.com/

COACHING
⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠
⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠

LINKS
EPISODE BLOG POST https://www.tracybingaman.com/blog
⁠TRACY ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠
⁠TRACY ON LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠

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48 min
July 23, 2024 272: [LIFE] Time, Money and Energy – Which Do You Value Most?
An episode all about how to cultivate more freedom when it comes to your three most vital resources – your time, money and energy. Inside you’ll find a series of prompts to review if you are wondering what your most valuable commodity is during this time.
I always think about life as a series of seasons, each bringing a different main value to the forefront. In some seasons, money becomes the king, and we’re willing to trade our time for it. In others time is the most valuable thing and still others we value our energy first and foremost.
Press play to discover how to cultivate freedom in your time, money and energy and to determine which of these things you value most during this season.
SPONSORS
CMF GROUP www.cmfgroup.com/ThePAIsIn
SCRUBMATES https://wearscrubmates.com/
COACHING
⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠
⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠
LINKS
EPISODE BLOG POST https://www.tracybingaman.com/blog
⁠TRACY ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠
⁠TRACY ON LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠
24 min
July 18, 2024 271: [UNICORN] Building a Community of Humans in Healthcare
In today’s world, and definitely in American healthcare, we’re constantly told “more.” See more patients. Fill more roles. Work more hours. Buy more things. Achieve more titles. But when is it enough? In today’s episode, we dive into the topic of “enough.”
Amy Story is a PA who left clinical practice after experiencing burnout. But she soon learned that burnout also exists in non-clinical roles. That’s when she learned that constantly achieving more and earning more is not sustainable. Amy learned how to find her enough by creating boundaries and building community & connection with other healthcare clinicians.
Tune in to hear how we can infuse more hope and humanity into today’s healthcare world. You can find your enough point where you can experience career sustainability, personal happiness, and professional contentment. Building real community with other healthcare clinicians can bring the meaningful connection to your life that you’ve been missing.

SPONSORS
Scrubmates: www.wearscrubmates.com
CM&F Group: www.cmfgroup.com/ThePAIsIn

CONNECT WITH AMY & HUMANS IN HEALTHCARE
Website: https://humansinhealthcare.io/
Community platform: https://humansinhealthcare.circle.so/home
Newsletter: https://humansinhealthcare.beehiiv.com/Humans in Healthcare LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/humans-in-healthcare/?viewAsMember=true
Amy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/storyamy/

COACHING
⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠
⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠

LINKS
EPISODE BLOG POST https://www.tracybingaman.com/blog
⁠TRACY ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠
⁠TRACY ON LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠

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52 min
July 16, 2024 270: [LIFE] Building Adult Friendships: Tips for Genuine Connections
Dive into the complexities, challenges and rewards of building meaningful adult friendships. As we navigate busy careers, family responsibilities, and personal commitments, finding time and energy to foster genuine connections can be challenging.
Tracy shares practical strategies for creating and sustaining deep, authentic friendships, from joining new activities and hobbies to initiating conversations with people you admire. She emphasizes the importance of stepping out of our comfort zones and being intentional about the relationships we cultivate.
We also explore the benefits of social media in forming and maintaining friendships, encouraging listeners to leverage these platforms for meaningful interactions. Whether through group gatherings, voice texts, or regular check-ins, highlights the small but significant efforts that can strengthen bonds.
Tune in to learn how to audit your current relationships, embrace vulnerability, and build a supportive network that enriches your personal and professional life. If you're feeling a friendship-shaped gap in your world, this episode is your guide to filling it with authentic connections.

SPONSORS
CMF GROUP www.cmfgroup.com/ThePAIsIn
SCRUBMATES https://wearscrubmates.com/
COACHING
⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠
⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠
LINKS
EPISODE BLOG POST https://www.tracybingaman.com/blog
⁠TRACY ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠
⁠TRACY ON LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠
19 min
July 11, 2024 269: [UNICORN] A PA in The White House
“PAs Can Do That,” like the AAPA slogan says. And “that” also applies to serving in the White House! Today on the podcast I have Vanessa Cobarrubia, the first PA to be selected for the White House Fellowship program.
Tune in to hear more about the White House Fellowship (and how you can apply), as well as to learn how we can be more involved in advocating for the PA profession, from the local level to the federal level.
Vanessa and I also discuss COVID, burnout, and doctorate degrees. Listen in to hear how you, too, can be involved in policy decision making that can help make real changes for PAs.

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CM&F Group: www.cmfgroup.com/ThePAIsIn

CONNECT WITH VANESSA
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/vanessa-cobarrubias-pa-c

COACHING
⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠
⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠

LINKS
EPISODE BLOG POST https://www.tracybingaman.com/blog
⁠TRACY ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠
⁠TRACY ON LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepaisin/support
37 min

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