In this episode, Dr. Diane interviews Sarah Osler, a chiropractor turned clinician coach, who shares her unique career journey and insights on navigating identity, purpose, and the challenges faced by healthcare professionals. They discuss the importance of intentional career decisions, the impact of unwanted identities, and the need to redefine what it means to help others in the healthcare field. Sarah emphasizes the significance of understanding discomfort in career choices and the pressure of making the right decisions, while also exploring the influence of family and societal expectations. The conversation concludes with reflections on finding purpose in work and the evolving nature of one's career path.

Chapters:

00:00 From Chiropractor to Coach: A Journey of Discovery

07:32 Overcoming Identity Struggles in Career Choices

11:32 The Push-Pull Dynamic in Career Decisions

16:57 Navigating Career Transitions: The Role of Discomfort

21:22 Choosing Your Hard: The Complexity of Career Decisions

26:50 Redefining Success: The Pressure of Making the Right Choice

31:17 Embracing the Journey: Redefining Success

32:42 Family Influence: Navigating Career Choices

34:08 Alternative Career Paths: Lessons from Family

36:35 Defining Help: Perspectives in Healthcare

39:25 The Weight of Helping: Burnout and Self-Worth

45:27 Purpose in Work: Navigating Identity and Fulfillment

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In this episode of Redoctoring, Dr. Diane speaks with Dr. Natasha Lalloo, a South African medical doctor who has redefined her career at the intersection of public health and data science. They discuss Natasha's journey into medicine, her awakening to the importance of planetary health, and her experiences in research and clinical settings. Natasha shares insights on the impact of healthcare waste, the significance of networking, and her journey to receiving the Chevening scholarship. The conversation emphasizes the importance of questioning traditional paths in medicine and exploring non-clinical opportunities while maintaining a strong moral compass.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Natasha Lalloo

00:50 Journey into Medicine: Early Influences

03:36 The Intersection of Public Health and Environmentalism

06:15 Understanding Planetary Health

09:01 Research Experience at Columbia University

11:59 Internship and Community Service Experiences

14:11 The Role of Climate Change in Healthcare

18:00 Day-to-Day Life as a Remote Research Clinician

20:56 Navigating Identity in Non-Clinical Medicine

21:40 Embracing Transformation in Career Paths

23:01 The Power of Networking

25:11 Navigating Scholarship Opportunities

29:41 Key Qualities for Success

31:43 Principles and Values in Professional Life

33:29 Personal Insights and Fun Facts

34:23 Advice for Aspiring Professionals

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In this episode of Redoctoring, Dr. Diane engages in a heartfelt conversation with Dr. Tutula Singata about the diverse paths one can take in medicine. They discuss the importance of mentorship, the challenges of transitioning from clinical to public health, and the personal journey of finding one's passion in the medical field. Dr. Singata shares her experiences from her upbringing in the Eastern Cape to her current role in research, emphasizing the significance of community health and the impact of small efforts in public health advocacy.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Redoctoring

03:00 Dr. Tutula's Journey into Medicine

09:00 The Role of Mentorship

15:00 Transitioning to Public Health

21:00 Challenges and Growth in Research -

27:00 Career Clarity and Personal Growth

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