The Doctor’s Crossing Carpe Diem Podcast Episode #217: Choosing Your Own Path - Dr. Samant’s Story From Medicine To Consulting and Beyond
Apr 2, 2025
Dr. Maanas Samant, the CMIO of a healthcare and fintech company, shares his inspiring journey from medicine to consulting. Initially pursuing medicine to meet family expectations, he pivoted towards technology, spurred by his early interest in computers and a pivotal question from his wife. He discusses networking strategies that landed him roles at Accenture, the fascinating projects he undertook in healthcare consulting, and the importance of presenting transferable skills. Dr. Samant encourages physicians to explore nontraditional paths and take action for fulfilling careers.
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Early Computer Tinkering Sparked His Tech Path
- At age ten Manas reverse-engineered an internal modem and got online by trial and error.
- That early tinkering launched his lifelong aptitude and confidence with computers.
A Simple Question Changed His Trajectory
- A girlfriend's cousin (now his wife) casually asked, "Why are you a doctor?" after he fixed her router settings.
- That single question triggered Manas to seriously reconsider his clinical path.
Position Yourself As A Marketable Asset
- Treat your career like a business and position yourself deliberately for the roles you want.
- Use strategic networking and framing to translate medical experience toward health-technology opportunities.