Sometimes life can throw you curve balls in ways that you would have never expected. However, that’s not a bad thing and in the case of our guest today, it turned out to be simply incredible. Dr. Shahin Ghadir is one of the world's foremost authorities on fertility. His circuitous route to where he now stands is a story of resilience, perseverance, and grace … and one we can all learn from. 

From his harrowing escape from Iran to being turned down by his dream medical schools to now being widely considered a leader in his field, listening to him will bring out the best in you. Today, he discusses his growth as a doctor, his views on finding where your professional gift lies, and his plans for moving the world of fertility to the next level. It’s an amazing conversation that will inspire and challenge … and one you can’t afford to miss!

In This Episode 

• (00:25) – Shahin Ghadir discusses how his journey began.
• (2:27) – Mixing the Iran Revolution
• (3:51) – Fate allows his mother to pass through customs.
• (5:00) – His father’s business acumen and intestinal fortitude are highlighted.
• (7:10) – An interest in architecture led him down the path toward medicine. 
• (9:00) – His philosophy on helping the younger generation find their professional niche.
• (9:47) – Don’t confuse passion with career.
• (12:58) – Shahin gets candid about medical school entrance denials.
• (14:41) – The time comes to choose an area of focus.
• (16:01) – An unforgettable conversation with a veteran doctor.
• (18:00) – A career-altering visit into the world of fertility.
• (21:21) – The life of a doctor begins.
• (23:54) – Shahin discusses the business of building a world-class fertility clinic.
• (25:38) – Upgrading the world of fertility.

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