The Start Up Support Surgery

This is a bonus episode, which features Jo Watkins being a guest on Rachel Morris' excellent podcast You Are Not A Frog.

To find out and connect with Jo:

https://www.jowatkins.com/

From 'Stethoscope to Start up' free PDF giving you the blueprint for getting started as a Medic becoming an entrepreneur. How to find the time, money, people and resources that you need. This will also give you access to a weekly newsletter, offers and inspiration.

https://drjowatkins.mykajabi.com/freestarterkitpodcast

Dr Dave Hindmarsh is someone I have loved working with over the last 6 months. Every message, voice note, comment adds value and lifts my spirits. He is one of 3 experts joining me for the free Masterclass on May 9th 11.30-2.30pm which is all about content creation.

Click below to sign up, more details coming soon. https://drjowatkins.mykajabi.com/freemasterclass

Dave is a portfolio GP working predominantly as a partner in Eaglescliffe Medical Practice, Stockton. He also works as an Associate Director of Medical Education with Hull York Medical School (HYMS). He has a small but growing YouTube channel, GP Templates, which covers three broad areas of GP Training, SystmOne optimisation and GP Lifestyle. Dave is the clinical lead for Information Technology within his practice and is about to take on the role as Clinical Digital lead within the local GP Federation, Hartlepool and Stockton Health (H&SH).

Dave loves to explore the role of social media within the primary care space to see if this can be utilised to improve patient care. Dave has served for 11 years in the Army and uses this knowledge to be the Veterans' lead for the practice. When not tapping away on a keyboard, Dave loves to spend as much time outside with his three children, wife and running with his dog. When there is chance, Dave will escape to the loft to play with his train set that is definitely 'for the children'.

To find out and connect with Jo:

https://www.jowatkins.com/

From 'Stethoscope to Start up' free PDF giving you the blueprint for getting started as a Medic becoming an entrepreneur. How to find the time, money, people and resources that you need. This will also give you access to a weekly newsletter, offers and inspiration.

https://drjowatkins.mykajabi.com/freestarterkitpodcast

If you are interested in what Kajabi does then here is my affiliate link. Please reach out and email me with any questions. It is not for everyone but for those wanting a certain business then this can work well. https://app.kajabi.com/r/XKmEt3Mj Dave is a guest on the next free Masterclass on May 9th on Zoom 11.30-2.30pm. Register for a place via the link below. This will be focusing on content creation as a Medic and Business Owner. https://drjowatkins.mykajabi.com/freemasterclass

Dave can be found here:

https://www.docsupport.co.uk/ or e-mail [email protected]

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-david-hindmarsh

https://david-hindmarsh.mykajabi.com/the-other-twenty-percent

The other twenty percent is a dedicated AKT revision course to cover the much dreaded stats and admin.

Dr Dave is a GP Trainer and has created a dedicated online course that gives trainees a good foundation in the evidence based medicine element through 10 individual modules. The organisational element is covered in 6 individual modules. This is all supported by over 100 AKT style questions.

You can sign up for 1, 3 or 6 month access depending on your revision style https://david-hindmarsh.mykajabi.com/the-other-twenty-percent

Or access the 'April smash' for £30 https://david-hindmarsh.mykajabi.com/offers/7FFFUQSv/checkout

If you are a TPD and want Dave to come and teach then please feel free to email [email protected]

Dr Olga Morton has been practicing medicine in the UK for over 15 years her mission is to empower women with effective lifestyle changes so they can thrive through menopause, with or without HRT.

We met at the BSLM conference in October and year ago and have been working together since.

Olga has three busy boys and lives in Glasgow.

In this podcast we hear about Olga's journey into business and the struggles along the way. Olga shares her tips and why she is so passionate about what she does.

She enjoys sharing her knowledge at monthly Masterclasses online and has appeared as a guest on podcasts and in-person events. Dr Olga offers 1:1 and group online "Menopause with (Life)Style programs.

To find out and connect with Jo:

https://www.jowatkins.com/

From 'Stethoscope to Start up' free PDF giving you the blueprint for getting started as a Medic becoming an entrepreneur. How to find the time, money, people and resources that you need. This will also give you access to a weekly newsletter, offers and inspiration.

https://drjowatkins.mykajabi.com/freestarterkitpodcast

Resources

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/dr_olga_morton?igsh=NDZ0Y25wcTIwOXgy

Website

www.drolgamorton.com

In this episode of The Start Up Support Surgery Podcast, I'm joined by the incredible Dr. Shubhendu Kulshreshtha—better known as Shub. Shub is a certified executive coach and emergency physician with a unique ability to empower clinical leaders to navigate complex transitions and craft impactful, non-traditional careers.

With a rich professional background spanning seven organizations, six cultures, and two countries, Shub blends his frontline medical expertise with executive coaching skills to help leaders thrive under pressure, enhance decision-making, and develop resilience.

In our conversation, Shub shares:

• His journey from emergency medicine to executive coaching.
• How he discovered his Ikigai and turned it into a passion for helping others.
• Actionable strategies for thriving in high-pressure environments.
• Insights on building leadership effectiveness and transitioning into new roles.

Whether you're a clinical leader navigating change, exploring new career paths, or simply curious about thriving under pressure, this episode is packed with wisdom and practical takeaways.

Shub combines his medical background with coaching expertise to offer: - Insights on thriving under pressure - Rapid, actionable distillation of information - Empathy for challenging situations

Shub's passion for coaching was ignited during his own journey to making a greater impact through understanding his own Ikigai. He understands firsthand the challenges and opportunities that come with evolving roles in new organisations, new cultures and high-pressured environments. If you're a clinical leader, reach out to Shub today! Details are below.

To find out and connect with Jo:

https://www.jowatkins.com/

From 'Stethoscope to Start up' free PDF giving you the blueprint for getting started as a Medic becoming an entrepreneur. How to find the time, money, people and resources that you need. This will also give you access to a weekly newsletter, offers and inspiration.

https://drjowatkins.mykajabi.com/freestarterkitpodcast

Resources

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/s-kulshreshtha Email: [email protected] / [email protected]

www.coachwithshub.com

Alice Thomson is a certified lifestyle medicine practitioner, health coach, and former dentist with a passion for empowering outdoor-loving women to connect, relax, and reclaim their lifestyle. Grounded in science, her coaching approach is simple, actionable, and tailored to help women cultivate confidence, health, and vitality—no matter their circumstances.

Her work focuses on exploring the transformative power of movement in the great outdoors, nutritious food, restorative sleep, and relaxation. A cornerstone of her philosophy is the belief that community and connection are the "bread and butter" of a happy and fulfilling life.

In the past year, she found herself feeling a little lonely and isolated in her new role as a self-employed coach working from home. This inspired her to create "Fresh Fridays," a unique in-person networking event with a wellness twist for outdoor-loving businesswomen. These events combine hiking in the stunning Scottish countryside, enjoying good coffee, and prioritising health—because, as she puts it, "that's smart business!"

This fusion of business, personal development, and health has been an exciting journey for her, and she is continually expanding her offerings in this space.

Outside of her work, she is passionate about team sports, trail running with her dog, wild swimming, singing, and being the best mum to her three children. She lives on a farm in rural Fife, Scotland, with her husband, whom she lovingly describes as "long-suffering yet super lucky."

To find out and connect with Jo:

https://www.jowatkins.com/

From 'Stethoscope to Start up' free PDF giving you the blueprint for getting started as a Medic becoming an entrepreneur. How to find the time, money, people and resources that you need. This will also give you access to a weekly newsletter, offers and inspiration.

https://drjowatkins.mykajabi.com/freestarterkitpodcast

Resources

Sign up for free lifestyle workbook

www.enlivenwithalicethomson.com

Instagram @enlivenwithalicethomson

LinkedIn (5) Alice Thomson | LinkedIn

I have had some incredible guests on this podcast. I have had some brilliant experts, some fantastic case studies of medics and entrepreneurs.

With this episode, though, what I thought I'd try and do is a couple of solo episodes just sharing some of my experience, some of my thought processes, some of the stuff that I do behind the scenes within my program and within my work, one to one with doctors.

I just want to be able to support anybody that's out there that's not sure what next step to take. Um, if you're not ready to reach out and maybe work in a group or maybe work one to one, you might just get the one or two snippets of advice from these sessions that will help you be able to move forward with your idea. Anything is possible.

But I am not here to tell you that it's easy. I'm here to give you real life insights, real life thoughts and practical solutions and suggestions and to how you go about doing this, how you go about venturing into this new world of entrepreneurship that is so very, very different to the world of medicine that we are used to.

I hope you enjoy.

To find out and connect with Jo:

https://www.jowatkins.com/

From 'Stethoscope to Start up' free PDF giving you the blueprint for getting started as a Medic becoming an entrepreneur. How to find the time, money, people and resources that you need. This will also give you access to a weekly newsletter, offers and inspiration.

https://drjowatkins.mykajabi.com/freestarterkitpodcast

Resources:

1.⁠ ⁠Tanya Lynch - Journal with Ease https://www.easeretreats.com/guided-journaling

2.⁠ ⁠⁠Hatty Fawcett - Crowdfunding information - ttps://focusedforbusiness.com/about-hatty-fawcett/

From a council estate upbringing to retiring from medicine at 46, Dr Andrew Threadgold's journey is anything but ordinary. After earning his place at St Bartholomew's and excelling in both surgical and GP training, Andrew became a GP practice partner and Clinical Director of an Out of Hours organisation. But it was a career-defining challenge—a GMC investigation—that sparked his pivot into entrepreneurship.

Now, Andrew is a multi-business owner with ventures spanning healthcare, property, and security. He's built a multimillion-pound property portfolio, acquired a private physiotherapy clinic, a 23-bedroom hotel, and Norwich's fast-growing security firm, Security Solutions Yes Ltd. Managing over 50 staff and six-figure monthly overheads, Andrew has mastered the art of scaling businesses while navigating life's inevitable setbacks.

In this podcast, Andrew shares his raw, unfiltered insights on building wealth, overcoming adversity, and finding success beyond the conventional path. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or just curious about what it takes to pivot and thrive, Andrew's story will inspire and challenge you in equal measure.

To find out and connect with Jo:

Business coaching and mentoring for Doctors | Jo-Watkins

From 'Stethoscope to Start up' free PDF giving you the blueprint for getting started as a Medic becoming an entrepreneur. How to find the time, money, people and resources that you need. This will also give you access to a weekly newsletter, offers and inspiration.

Free Starter Kit: The Digital Doctor Startup

Andrew can be found here:

http://instagram.com/andrew_threadgold

Betty Bertels is a mother, singer, wife and therapist

Heal your Past.

Grow your Business.

Change the World.

She helps people

Heal the beliefs that they think they can't and to relax as they grow an ethical business with greater ease, fun & flow and impact.

Betty uses a combination of RTT and coaching to support entrepreneurs and change makers get to the root cause of their behaviours.

I've worked with Betty over the past year, she's just amazing and has offered a free discover call to anyone in this community.

To find out and connect with Jo:

https://www.jowatkins.com/

From 'Stethoscope to Start up' free PDF giving you the blueprint for getting started as a Medic becoming an entrepreneur. How to find the time, money, people and resources that you need. This will also give you access to a weekly newsletter, offers and inspiration.

https://drjowatkins.mykajabi.com/freestarterkitpodcast

Betty can be found here:

Book a 45 min Gift Session: https://calendly.com/betty-cottam/dreamhatcher

https://truewealthwithbetty.com/

Website - https://truewealthwithbetty.com/

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Anisha Patel is a paediatric pharmacist turned podcaster and digital creator who's passionate about showcasing the limitless possibilities within healthcare careers.

Through her podcast "The Pharmacist Diaries" (172+ episodes strong! 🎙️), she shares stories of innovative pharmacists worldwide while building a community that breaks free from traditional career moulds.

After 14 years in clinical practice, including stints as the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix pharmacist and working in emergency services in the UAE, Anisha has embraced entrepreneurship to help other healthcare professionals find their voice through podcasting.

When she's not recording episodes or coaching aspiring podcasters, you'll find her planning global adventures with her family or sharing insights about designing a life of impact and freedom 🚀

This chat covers so much. Entrepreneurship, change, family, passions in business, finding time for business and so much more.

To find out and connect with Jo:

Business coaching and mentoring for Doctors | Jo-Watkins

From 'Stethoscope to Start up' free PDF giving you the blueprint for getting started as a Medic becoming an entrepreneur. How to find the time, money, people and resources that you need. This will also give you access to a weekly newsletter, offers and inspiration.

Free Starter Kit: The Digital Doctor Startup

Resources

Website: https://www.pharmacistdiaries.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pharmacistdiaries

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anisha-patel-a95b9562/

Newsletter: Ready to launch a podcast in 2025? https://behindthemic.anishaandsunjay.com

Email: [email protected]

Today I am chatting with Dr Richard Pemberton..

Richard is co-founder and director of Hexagon Health Ltd, he is a certified lifestyle medicine physician, occupational physician, GP and has dedicated his career to improving the health and well-being of others.

His passion for promoting healthy lifestyles has led him to study the causes of lifestyle diseases and to treat them using a lifestyle approach rather than relying solely on conventional medical or pharmacological methods.

In this episode we discuss everything from starting the business to the expansion and taking on of team members. We discuss Richard's advice to his early entrepreneurial self and the need for persistence, sacrifice and faith in the process.

To find out and connect with Jo:

https://www.jowatkins.com/

From 'Stethoscope to Start up' free PDF giving you the blueprint for getting started as a Medic becoming an entrepreneur. How to find the time, money, people and resources that you need. This will also give you access to a weekly newsletter, offers and inspiration.

https://drjowatkins.mykajabi.com/freestarterkitpodcast

You can find Richard and Hexagon Health here:

https://www.hexagon.health/