In this Off-Script, Mike and John sit down to have an unedited, informal talk about their early healthcare experiences. They discuss how they began looking into healthcare as a field of study, narrowing down their area of focus, and what their careers look like now in comparison to their school-age expectations. 

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Tom Caravela is an MSL recruiter and the founder of The Carolan Group, a Medical Affairs Executive Search and Recruitment firm. He is also the host of the podcast MSL Talk which features topics for both existing MSL as well as those seeking to break into the industry. Today he discusses with Mike and John how he became an MSL recruiter, including his non-clinical background, and the mental strength involved in a high-output lifestyle.  

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-75 Hard: A Tactical Guide to Winning the War with Yourself by Andy Frisella 

-The Power of One More: The Ultimate Guide to Happiness and Success by Ed Mylett 

-Uncommon Leadership by Ben Newman

Whether by choice or by circumstance, sometimes the answer to burnout is cutting back your hours. Not only does this reduce the stressor, but it also opens up more time to put towards positive outlets. Maybe that means taking a trip, maybe its signing up for a course to take your career in a new direction. If changing jobs isn't appropriate for you, consider taking a look at schedule adjustments. 

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Mike and John talk about how to identify trauma and the negative impact it has in your life. While some coping mechanisms are unhealthy, there are some positive outlets to deal with your experience as well. Being aware of how you navigate the trauma in your life makes it possible to maintain a healthy balance in a trauma heavy environment. 

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While Mike and John spend the holidays with their families, here is an episode previously exclusive to Patreon members. Filled with funny stories, Mike and John recall their experience as students as well as some highlights of precepting in their career.

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Mike and John go through the best known applications of AI in healthcare and where they see the field going: taking over clerical work for clinicians, pre-screening patients to maximize the efficiency of a visit, and even creating new medications. Will clinicians be replaced?

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Joined by the TikTok star Dr. Betsy Grunch (@ladyspinedoc), Mike and John discuss the role of social media in healthcare. As a tool for networking, education, and even monetization, social media is here to stay. Dr. Grunch talks about how and why she found her way into content creation while balancing a personal life and flourishing practice. 

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Mike and John go through some of the best alternative careers for clinicians looking for a change. They discuss becoming an MSL, gigging as a medical writer, and even government positions in the medical field.

John and Mike speak with lawyer Nick Masino about the importance of understanding healthcare contracts. They discuss common pitfalls like noncompete clauses, total compensation, and benefits. 

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