EP443 - CONTRIBUTOR SERIES: Physician Burnout, Wellness, and Coaching with Dr. Amna Shabbir and Dr. Zhen Chan

Mar 6, 2025

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Burnout remains a critical issue in medicine, especially for early-career physicians juggling professional and personal responsibilities. In this episode, Dr. Zhen Chan interviews Dr. Amna Shabbir, a dual board-certified geriatrician-internist and a master certified life coach. Dr. Shabbir shares her personal journey through burnout, the transformative role of wellness coaching, and the systemic changes needed to support physicians.

They discuss the importance of self-compassion, the impact of coaching on physician well-being, and how systemic changes can alleviate the burden on healthcare professionals. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the demands of medicine or wondered how coaching could benefit you, this episode is a must-listen.

Three Actionable Takeaways:

Embrace Self-Compassion: Physicians are often their harshest critics. Recognizing your humanity and practicing self-kindness can prevent burnout and sustain motivation.
Build a Support System: Coaching, mentorship, and peer support are essential for navigating the challenges of a medical career.
Advocate for Systemic Change: While individual resilience is important, healthcare organizations must also improve systems to reduce physician burnout and enhance job satisfaction.

About the Guest:

Dr. Amna Shabbir is the Founder and CEO of the Early Career Physicians Institute, a Duke-certified wellness and life coach, and a dual board-certified geriatrician-internist. She specializes in helping new attending physicians navigate post-medical training challenges, ensuring they thrive professionally and personally.

Connect with Dr. Amna Shabbir:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/amna-shabbir-md
Instagram: @dr.amnashabbir
YouTube: youtube.com/@Dr.AmnaShabbir

About the Host:

Dr. Zhen Chan is a board-certified pediatrician and co-founder of Grapevyne, a company dedicated to improving how physicians match with jobs and find support in their careers.

He earned his MD and MBA from the University of Miami, followed by a residency at Weill Cornell Medicine.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zhenmd/
Website: https://grapevyne.health/

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