Revitalizing Healthcare

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By: Andrea Austin, MD

Medicine is hard right now for both patients and healthcare workers. In each episode of "The Revitalizing Doctor," hosted by Dr. Andrea Austin—an emergency physician turned educator, researcher, and writer—we delve into the intimate journeys of our guests. We uncover the driving forces behind their decision to pursue medicine and what sustains them. From grappling with bias to moral injury, our guests share profound insights on overcoming obstacles and rediscovering purpose in their careers. Through candid conversations, listeners will learn how these individuals—both women and allies—have clarified their values, reignited their passion for medicine, and heightened their imp...

Nurturing Self-Care with Dr. Adaira Landry and Dr. Resa E Lewiss
#26
04/16/2024

Success does not mean self-sacrifice. In this week's episode with Dr. Adaira Landry and Dr. Resa E Lewiss, they delve into this mindset and speak about the transformative power of breaking down seemingly daunting challenges into manageable, bite-sized skills. They passionately discuss how every significant goal, intricate task, healthy habit, and interpersonal skills can be dissected into smaller, learnable components. Join us as they share personal anecdotes and practical insights, highlighting real-life examples where the application of microskills has led to profound shifts in personal and professional well-being.

"Our first chapter is microskills for self-care....Adaira and...


Igniting Passion and Wellness in Medicine: Dr. Mikel Segal's Journey and the Transformative Power of Coaching
#25
04/09/2024

Have you ever wondered how some physicians maintain their passion for medicine amidst the demands of their profession? In this week's episode, Dr. Mikel Segal shares how her innate sense of creativity led her along the path of continually searching for more. She discusses how this mindset allowed her to discover the realm of coaching, prompting immense fulfillment and purpose. Join us as Dr. Segal invites listeners to align one's work with their innermost drives, crafting a medical career that resonates with personal fulfillment, meaning, and joy.

"I had to nurture it outside of medicine for the...


Harnessing Lifestyle Medicine: Dr. Raquel Harrison's Blueprint for Health and Revitalization
#24
04/02/2024

Discover how to transform your medical practice and personal health with Dr. Raquel Harrison, an emergency  and certified lifestyle medicine physician. Join us as Dr. Harrison draws from her extensive experience and delves into the transformative power of lifestyle medicine.  She highlights how her Acute 2 Root platform has allowed her to share her expertise with a broad spectrum of individuals who can enroll in the Foundations Course. Tune in as Dr. Harrison discusses how she has traversed the landscape of telehealth webinars, consulting, workshops, and the online class she offers, all designed to help individuals take control of their we...


Crafting a Balanced Medical Life: Insights from Dr. Raquel Harrison
#23
03/27/2024

Have you reached the roadblock of considering whether or not to practice clinical medicine? In this episode with Dr. Raquel Harrison, she shares her own journey grappling with this decision, emphasizing the importance of considering personal well-being alongside professional aspirations. Drawing from her experiences, she highlights the significance of fostering, maintaining, and valuing meaningful relationships. Tune in to this week's episode as Dr. Harrison provides invaluable insights into this multifaceted issue.

"It's really that idea of kind of finding the joy again, and just the opportunity to take a step back and look at it more objectively...