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It's natural to feel guilt or shame when living in abundance while much of the world faces hardship. In this episode, Dr. Barry Kerzin, the Dalai Lama's personal physician and a Buddhist monk, shares his approach to managing these emotions with a simple yet powerful tool. He also discusses his journey to becoming a monk, life within the Dalai Lama's compound, as well as anger management, self-compassion, and impatience strategies.💡 Check out our Free Resources specifically designed to address pain points in medical practice💡Guest Bio: Barry Kerzin, MD is a US born and trained family physician who for the past several decades has resided as a monk in Dharamshala, India — home of the Tibetan community in exile. In addition to serving as H.H. the Dalai Lama’s personal physician, Dr. Kerzin is the founder of the Altruism in Medicine Institute, whose mission is to increase compassion and resilience among healthcare professionals and extended professional groups, such as police officers, first responders, teachers and leaders.Self described as “…a doctor, a monk, a teacher, a lazy man. All of these things, yet none of these things,” you can follow Dr. Kerzin on Facebook, Youtube, Instagram or learn more about his story here.He's also got a new app that you might be interested in -- AIMIcare.  This app is crafted to counteract the distressing prevalence of burnout, depression, and frustration among those facing the brunt of human suffering by instilling the virtues of compassion, mindfulness, and self-careDownload AIMIcare:  hereAIMIcare Mobile App Website: https://aimicare.altruismmedicine.org/We Discuss: How Dr. Kerzin made the trade from US-based family doctor to Buddhist monk and the Dalai Lama's personal physicianStudying Tibetan medicine for the treatment of high blood pressureA day in the life of the Dalai Lama’s doctorWhat the food is like in the Dalai Lama's compoundHow Barry feels about being referred to as 'The Dalai Lama's Doctor'Two experiences in younger life that sparked Barry's spiritual questThe guilt of living in abundanceThe importance of generositySelf-compassionAn approach to imposter syndromeAnger managementHealthy self-confidenceUsing purpose as an antidote for impatienceHaving patience in the time-compressed reality of medical practiceMentioned in this episode:Never Lame. Never Spammy. Always Fresh.If you’d like a few minutes of career-elevating curated kickassery delivered to your inbox, sign up for our newsletter. Sign up for our Newsletter1 on 1 Physician CoachingI work with physicians to help them flourish in medical practice. If you're feeling stuck, burned out, or in trouble at work because of communication or conflict, check out our FAQ page for more info. Ready for real change? Book a discovery call. It’s free, low-pressure, and will give you clarity on your next steps.Physician Coaching FAQ4 Free Resources specifically designed to address pain points in medical practiceScripting your least favorite conversations. The Driveway Debrief. My 4 favorite documentation templates. The quick and dirty guide to calling consults.Free Resources Link

Non-compete clauses have plagued contracts for decades. It’s been analogous to asymmetric warfare, with employers holding the upper hand. All of that may soon be a thing of the past.In this episode, we explore the Federal Trade Commission's recent ruling to ban these clauses and its implications for doctors and the healthcare industry. We'll also discuss the unexpected ways non-competes can protect smaller groups, the rise of independent contractor models, and the critical staffing issues in emergency medicine. A highlight of our discussion includes the lure and the trap of signing bonuses—what seems like a generous offer can sometimes come with subtle strings attached. Finally, we'll touch on the U.S. Senate's investigation into major staffing companies and the innovative emergence of empath units for mental health patients. 💡 Check out our Free Resources specifically designed to address pain points in medical practice💡Guest Bio: Leon Adelman, MD, MBA, FACEP, FAAEM is an emergency physician and co-founder of Ivy Clinicians, a software company that simplifies the emergency medicine job search through transparency. Dr. Adelman is the author and publisher of the Emergency Medicine Workforce Newsletter, which explores the business of emergency medicine.We Discuss: What is a non-compete clause?The Federal Trade Commission's ruling making non-complete clauses null and voidWhy employers and private equity are unhappy with the non-compete rulingThe emergency medicine-specific burn point of the non-compete ruling: contract retentionThe unexpected way that individual non-compete contract clauses can protect a group from being replacedWhy small groups like to use non-compete clausesHow larger groups have moved away from non-competes and favored a 1099 independent contractor modelWhy the non-compete ruling is a massive win for independent physician practicesThe lure and the trap of physician signing bonusesA signing bonus is a loan, not a check. It's a loan you are paying back with time.What is the chance of someone not paying back the time attached to a signing bonus?There's a reason that some jobs offer a signing bonus and others don't.The US Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs is investigating the staffing models of USACS, Team Health, Envision, and Life PointWhen private equity owns a hospital, it tries to lower expenses by decreasing staffing48 states and the federal government don't require a physician in the emergency departmentIndiana and Virginia are the only two states that require a physician to be on duty in emergency departmentsAre Empath Units the solution to helping emergency department mental health patients?Mentioned in this episode:1 on 1 Physician CoachingI work with physicians to help them flourish in medical practice. If you're feeling stuck, burned out, or in trouble at work because of communication or conflict, check out our FAQ page for more info. Ready for real change? Book a discovery call. It’s free, low-pressure, and will give you clarity on your next steps.Physician Coaching FAQ4 Free Resources specifically designed to address pain points in medical practiceScripting your least favorite conversations. The Driveway Debrief. My 4 favorite documentation templates. The quick and dirty guide to calling consults.Free Resources LinkNever Lame. Never Spammy. Always Fresh.If you’d like a few minutes of career-elevating curated kickassery delivered to your inbox, sign up for our newsletter. Sign up for our Newsletter

Explore the importance of cultural context in patient care and clinician well-being, including practical examples of improving interactions and strategies for making patients feel heard. Understand the distinctions between cultural competence and cultural safety, and how approaching patient care with empathy and compassion can prevent burnout. Hear insights from Dr. Raj Sundar on caring for diverse communities and creating a framework for cultural knowledge.

The podcast discusses the common behavior of 'kicking the can down the road' in medical decision-making. They explore the reasons behind on-shift procrastination and provide strategies for overcoming it. Topics include recognizing decision deferral, managing decision aversion, pre-loading accountability, and building decision-making resilience.

Learn how to quickly create effective teams in crisis situations with the 'Name, Claim, Aim' framework. Explore the balance of leadership and operations in emergency medicine and the importance of clear communication and teamwork in high-pressure scenarios.

Will you have enough money to retire? What does that even mean? In this pod, our guest physician financial coach, Elisa Chiang, M.D. Ph.D. breaks down Trading time for money and money for timeWorking harder vs creating valueThe FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) movement and why it doesn't always mean living by austerity rulesThe risk of relying solely on retirement accounts to fund your post-career lifeHer biggest financial mistakeHow identity influences spending habitsIncorporating real estate into an investment portfolioGuest Bio: Elizabeth ‘Elisa’ Chiang, M.D. Ph.D. is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained oculoplastic surgeon who found her way into personal finance and real estate investing during her MSTP program, aspiring for FIRE long before it became mainstream. Battling burnout from her work in a hospital system, she turned to real estate as her avenue to financial independence, complemented by her newfound passion for life coaching. With active involvement in rental properties and passive investments in syndications and real estate funds, Elisa now helps others achieve financial independence while embracing life's journey. Learn more at https://www.growyourwealthymindset.com/For full show notes of this episode and all sorts of other goodies, visit our podcast websiteWe discuss:Why a high income does not equate to wealthWorking harder vs creating valueOnce debt is gone, attention to money can dwindle Finding a place to start investing can be overwhelming and lead to inertiaHow to navigate a scarcity mindsetHow identity influences spending habitsMoney can buy time, but there's a catchElisa's biggest financial mistakesHow to decide if a real estate investment is a good (or bad) dealElisa’s big-picture financial strategyReal estate investing for positive cash flowIf you only think about maxing out your retirement account, you probably won't retain the same lifestyle when you stop workingBeyond real estate investing, what are other areas for investment to produce cash flow?F.I.R.E Financial Independence Retire Early | Survival, Regular, and Fat FIREHow to figure out how much FIRE money you'll need to stop workingWill my retirement funds actually last? Rate of withdrawal and sequence of returns risk Fat FIRE | Spending more in retirement than you did while workingMentioned in this episode:4 Free Resources specifically designed to address pain points in medical practiceScripting your least favorite conversations. The Driveway Debrief. My 4 favorite documentation templates. The quick and dirty guide to calling consults.Free Resources Link1 on 1 Physician CoachingI work with physicians to help them flourish in medical practice. If you're feeling stuck, burned out, or in trouble at work because of communication or conflict, check out our FAQ page for more info. Ready for real change? Book a discovery call. It’s free, low-pressure, and will give you clarity on your next steps.Physician Coaching FAQ

Discover the transformative Stoic practice of Phantasia Kataleptike, focusing on accepting setbacks as growth opportunities. Learn how reframing thoughts and language can enhance emotional stability and resilience. Explore tools for internal de-escalation and turning adversity into opportunities, fostering a mindset of wisdom and strength.

Delve into the critical juncture many professionals face when their career paths no longer bring fulfillment. Explore the decision-making process of staying or switching careers. Learn about breaking out of comfort zones for true happiness and embracing a new self-identity. Discover the importance of maintaining a professional image and transitioning to a more satisfying career.

The interplay between the Default Mode Network (DMN) and Task Positive Network (TPN) in our brain is crucial for cognitive and emotional health. Imbalances in these networks can lead to mental health challenges. Mindfulness meditation and regular breaks in the workday can help equilibrate these networks and promote mental well-being. Taking short breaks throughout the day is important for maintaining focus and motivation.

The podcast delves into the concept of moral injury in the medical field, discussing how healthcare professionals can experience psychological distress when their actions contradict their moral beliefs. It explores real-life scenarios where healthcare workers face moral dilemmas and emphasizes the importance of self-compassion, shared decision-making, and aligning personal values with work to combat burnout and moral injury.