

Wealthy Mom MD Podcast
Bonnie Koo, MD
The Wealthy Mom MD Podcast is for high-achieving women who want to create wealth in all areas of their life. Join Master Certified Coach Bonnie Koo, MD, to gain the tools and confidence to create your wealthy life.
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Aug 28, 2025 • 57min
237: Rethinking Wealth: Why Financial Flexibility Beats Retirement Planning
What if your money could work for you before you're 65? In this episode with Austin Dean, we unpack how to build financial flexibility—without waiting decades. Get ready to challenge everything you thought you knew about “responsible” planning. To learn more about the PIMDCON conference, Sept 25-27, 2025: https://wealthymommd.com/pimdcon Get $300 off with code "BONNIE" at the LeadHer Summit, Nov 7-9: https://leadhersummit.com Show notes & more at https://wealthymommd.com/237

Aug 21, 2025 • 43min
236: Student Loan Shake-Up: What Every Physician Needs to Know Now
New rules, new repayment plans, and new risks—especially if you're on the SAVE plan. Lauryn Williams from Student Loan Planner joins me to break down what’s changing with student loans and how to protect your financial future. To book your student loan consult, go to https://wealthymommd.com/slp Full show notes and more at: https://wealthymommd.com/236

Jul 3, 2025 • 1h 1min
235: From Scrubs to Stilettos: Dr. Tiffany Moon on Luxury, Leadership & Doing Life Her Way
Dr. Tiffany Moon, an anesthesiologist, entrepreneur, and author of 'Joy Prescriptions', joins to discuss living life unapologetically large. They explore the art of networking at luxurious conferences and the challenges women in medicine face. Tiffany emphasizes finding your unique voice in entrepreneurship and the importance of self-care. Parenting in the digital age is tackled, revealing the juggling act of motherhood and technology's paradox. Exciting plans for a LeadHer Summit promise empowering experiences for attendees seeking community and growth.

Jun 26, 2025 • 53min
234: The Power Group: How One DM Turned Into Millions in Impact
Peter Kim, an anesthesiologist and founder of Passive Income MD, joins Sunny Smith, a family physician and CEO of Empowering Women Physicians, and Letizia Alto, a hospitalist and co-founder of Semi-Retired MD. They share the transformative journey of five physician entrepreneurs who harnessed casual connections into a thriving mastermind. The discussion emphasizes the power of networking, collective growth, and the deeper meaning of ROI beyond finances. They also highlight the importance of balancing work with leisure to strengthen bonds and foster success.

May 15, 2025 • 25min
233: You Can't Delegate Your Dream Life (And Why That’s a Good Thing)
Your dream life is yours to create, not something you can delegate. Discover how to reclaim your time and make bold financial decisions that align with your goals. Explore the idea of money as a tool for enriching experiences, particularly through travel. Hear about the benefits of personalized education and the joy of homeschooling. Plus, learn how embracing change in business can foster community and support among women physicians.

Feb 13, 2025 • 35min
232: DPC vs. Concierge Medicine: A Deep Dive with Dr. Jessica Mendelsohn
Have you ever dreamed of starting your own direct primary care (DPC) practice? In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Jessica Mendelsohn, a family medicine physician who owns New South Family Medicine, The MedSpa at New South, and Echelon Contrast Suites in Fort Mill, SC. With over 13 years of experience in family medicine and hospice, Jessica opened her own practice in 2019, becoming a successful solopreneur in the healthcare space. Jessica shares her journey from feeling burnt out in a traditional hospital-based practice to discovering the DPC model and deciding to take the leap into entrepreneurship. She breaks down the key differences between DPC and concierge medicine, and explains how the direct care model can benefit both physicians and patients. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://wealthymommd.com/232

Feb 6, 2025 • 12min
231: How to Break Free from Autopilot and Pursue the Life You Really Want
Do you ever feel like life is passing you by while you're stuck on autopilot? It's so easy to get caught up in the day-to-day grind and put off the things that truly matter. In this episode, I share a personal story about how I almost missed out on two incredibly special moments because they felt "inconvenient" at the time. Join me as I explore the importance of living life with urgency and intention. Discover how to break free from the excuses holding you back so you can start creating the time and financial freedom you deserve. Because if you don't make a change, nothing changes. And you are worth so much more than a life of "what ifs" and "maybe laters." Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://wealthymommd.com/231

Jan 30, 2025 • 37min
230: PSLF, SAVE, and More: Your Guide to Student Loan Relief with Sim Terwilliger
I sit down with Sim Terwilliger, a Certified Financial Planner and student loan expert from Student Loan Planner. She breaks down the latest changes to student loan forgiveness programs, including the recent administration change and the ongoing legal battles surrounding the SAVE plan. Whether you're pursuing Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) or exploring other forgiveness options, this episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable advice. Sim shares her expertise on how to lower your monthly payments, maximize forgiveness, and prepare for potential tax consequences. Don't miss this opportunity to get clarity on your student loan situation and take control of your financial future. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://wealthymommd.com/230

Jan 23, 2025 • 34min
229: Maximize Your Income: Tax Strategies Every Physician Must Know with Doc Wealth
In this enlightening discussion, Dr. Mark Applegate, an emergency medicine physician and co-founder of Doc Wealth, shares vital tax strategies specifically for physicians. He highlights the stark differences between CPAs and tax strategists, advocating for tailored financial planning. Mark delves into the unique financial challenges faced by W-2 employees versus business owners and reveals investment opportunities like real estate and the Augusta Rule. His insights promise to help physicians maximize income and minimize tax burdens effectively.

Jan 16, 2025 • 18min
228: Pivoting with Purpose: Aligning Your Money and Life Goals
In this episode, I share some exciting changes happening in my business and how they reflect the importance of evolving and living life intentionally. I'm retiring my main money program and launching a new six-month mastermind called the Happy and Rich Club for Women Physicians, as well as a business program for female physicians starting their own ventures. I discuss the six key areas of life that money fuels and how to align your financial goals with your life goals. It's time to give yourself permission to pivot, make changes, and design the wealthy life you truly desire. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://wealthymommd.com/228