The Doctors On Social Media Podcast

Dana Corriel, MD

This podcast was created by founder Dr. Dana Corriel, who built the SoMeDocs brand (SoMeDocs being short for "Doctors on Social Media") from the ground up. The podcast plans to showcase, in audio format, what has already been built out on the venture's website, at doctorsonsocialmedia.com; unique content representing the diverse voices, talent, and ideas existing in healthcare.With a combined social media audience of 40,000 followers and growing, SoMeDocs is doing something right. Tune in to hear featured change-makers, meaningful conversations, and the innovative ideas that fuel our growth. Because you never know how a SoMeDocs episode will inspire you. The best part of it all is that there we are curating different projects and series, & always featuring interesting professionals, so you'll always be kept on your toes.Don't forget to check out our website, where we have our SERIES section and you'll find the video footage for most of these episodes. Meet the people behind the voices, exclusively at doctorsonsocialmedia.com and let SoMeDocs connect you to the next healthcare star.

  1. 11 SEP

    From Operating Room to Courtroom: A Surgeon’s Journey Through Betrayal and Justice

    In this episode of From Print to Pod, Dr. Stephen M. Cohen, MD, MBA, the author of The Price of Integrity: A Surgeon’s Journey Through Legal Battles and Professional Betrayal, shares his experiences navigating the complexities of medical ethics, legal battles, and professional integrity as a surgeon. He discusses the emotional challenges of facing professional betrayal from organizations like the American College of Surgeons and the implications of serving as an expert witness in malpractice cases. Dr. Cohen emphasizes the importance of truth in medicine, the need for accountability within medical societies, and the challenges faced by young physicians in the legal landscape. He advocates for patient safety and integrity in the medical profession while expressing skepticism about the current state of professional organizations..   SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST → https://www.doctorsonsocialmedia.com/podcast OUR DIRECTORIES → https://www.doctorsonsocialmedia.com/directories   Takeaways: Dr. Cohen has over 30 years of experience in surgery.He faced professional betrayal from the American College of Surgeons.Testifying honestly can lead to professional repercussions.Many surgeons fear retaliation for serving as expert witnesses.The truth in court can be overshadowed by biases.Young physicians must be prepared for emotional challenges in legal cases.Professional societies often prioritize loyalty over accountability.Dr. Cohen chose not to renew his ACS membership due to lack of support.Advocating for truth in medicine is crucial for patient safety.Change in professional organizations will take time.  Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Stephen Cohen's Journey 01:17 The Emotional Toll of Professional Betrayal 07:52 Navigating Professional Societies and Accountability 10:06 The Role of Expert Witnesses in Malpractice Cases 13:51 Mentoring Young Physicians in Legal Testimony 15:37 Balancing Truth and Professional Loyalty 17:52 Advocating for Patient Safety and Medical Integrity 19:00 Looking Forward: Trust in Professional Organizations   Send us a message to tell us what you loved about the show! Doctorsonsocialmedia.com, or SoMeDocs for short, is a healthcare omnimedia platform committed to promoting autonomy for the individuals in healthcare. Subscribe to our newsletter to not miss our new articles, episodes, or events: https://doctorsonsocialmedia.com/subscribe. Contact us anytime, at somedocs@somedocs.com (please note that we receive many emails and may not respond to all).

    21 min

  2. 14 AGO

    Dr. Cohen, On Navigating the Challenges of Medical Malpractice

    In this episode of From Print to Pod, Dr. Stephen M. Cohen, MD, MBA, the author of Sued, Not Shamed: What Five Malpractice Lawsuits Taught Me About Being a Good Doctor, discusses his experiences with medical malpractice lawsuits and how they have shaped his identity as a surgeon. He emphasizes the importance of transparency, communication, and empathy in patient care, particularly after adverse outcomes. Dr. Cohen shares strategies for navigating the emotional and legal challenges of litigation, highlighting the value of peer support and the impact of apologies in medical practice.   SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST → https://www.doctorsonsocialmedia.com/podcast OUR DIRECTORIES → https://www.doctorsonsocialmedia.com/directories   Takeaways: Dr. Cohen has been in practice for 32 years.Litigation reshaped his identity as a surgeon.Transparency and owning mistakes are crucial.Patients often don't want to sue their doctors.The first lawsuit is the hardest to navigate.Communication about risks is essential.Preparation for litigation requires thorough knowledge.Emotional support from peers is invaluable.Apologies can significantly influence legal outcomes.Empathy in patient care can prevent lawsuits  Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Stephen Cohen 01:13 Impact of Litigation on Professional Identity 03:15 The Importance of Transparency and Communication 07:57 Navigating Patient Conversations Post-Lawsuit 11:11 Preparation and Strategies for Legal Defense 13:09 Emotional Toll and Support Systems 16:09 The Role of Peer Support in Litigation 19:01 The Power of Apology in Medical Practice   Send us a message to tell us what you loved about the show! Doctorsonsocialmedia.com, or SoMeDocs for short, is a healthcare omnimedia platform committed to promoting autonomy for the individuals in healthcare. Subscribe to our newsletter to not miss our new articles, episodes, or events: https://doctorsonsocialmedia.com/subscribe. Contact us anytime, at somedocs@somedocs.com (please note that we receive many emails and may not respond to all).

    22 min

  3. 11 AGO

    Dr. Chen-Joea & The Silent Struggles of Physician Mothers

    In this episode of From Print to Pod, Dr. Cynthia Chen-Joea, DO, MPH, FAAFP, DABOM, the author of The Things Physician Mothers Don’t Talk About, shares her experiences as a physician mother, discussing the challenges of the fourth trimester, including physical and mental health issues. She emphasizes the importance of speaking up about postpartum struggles and the societal pressures faced by physician mothers. Dr. Chen-Joea also reflects on her journey of balancing motherhood with her medical career and the role of introversion in her entrepreneurial endeavors.   SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST → https://www.doctorsonsocialmedia.com/podcast OUR DIRECTORIES → https://www.doctorsonsocialmedia.com/directories   Takeaways: Strength often looks like silence.The fourth trimester can be unexpectedly challenging.Postpartum physical changes are often under-discussed.Urinary incontinence is common but rarely talked about.Postpartum anxiety can manifest in various ways.Balancing motherhood and a medical career is a constant struggle.Self-compassion is crucial for managing expectations.Work-life harmony is more important than perfection.Introversion can be an asset in entrepreneurship.Building deep connections is valuable for introverts.  Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Cynthia Chen-Joea 00:54 The Challenges of the Fourth Trimester 05:02 Postpartum Physical Changes and Mental Health 08:43 Balancing Motherhood and Medical Career 12:35 Navigating Societal Pressures as a Physician Mother 16:39 Embracing Introversion in Entrepreneurship   Send us a message to tell us what you loved about the show! Doctorsonsocialmedia.com, or SoMeDocs for short, is a healthcare omnimedia platform committed to promoting autonomy for the individuals in healthcare. Subscribe to our newsletter to not miss our new articles, episodes, or events: https://doctorsonsocialmedia.com/subscribe. Contact us anytime, at somedocs@somedocs.com (please note that we receive many emails and may not respond to all).

    19 min

  4. 6 AGO

    Dr. Adame on The Unique Challenges of Female Physicians

    In this powerful episode of From Print to Pod, Dr. Noemi Adame, the author of Being a Female Doctor Isn’t the Same Job. That’s Data., discusses this viral article on the unique challenges faced by female physicians. She highlights the gendered burdens in medicine, supported by data, and shares personal experiences that illustrate the differences in patient and staff interactions. Dr. Adame emphasizes the importance of balancing high expectations with self-care and advocates for rethinking compensation models to better support female doctors. She also introduces her upcoming retreat aimed at providing a healing space and practical tools for female physicians to combat burnout.   SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST → https://www.doctorsonsocialmedia.com/podcast OUR DIRECTORIES → https://www.doctorsonsocialmedia.com/directories   Takeaways: Being a female physician involves unique challenges and burdens.Data shows female doctors receive more messages and often negative ones.Female physicians tend to be more thorough in their documentation.Patients and staff often perceive female doctors differently than male doctors.The healthcare system often profits from the altruism of female doctors.Mindset is crucial for female physicians to maintain boundaries.Compensation models need to reflect the realities of female doctors' practices.Creating supportive communities can help uplift female physicians.Balancing personal well-being with professional demands is essential.Practical tools and strategies are necessary to combat burnout. Chapters: 00:00 The Viral Article and Its Impact 01:01 Realizations of Gendered Burdens in Medicine 01:59 Data-Driven Insights on Female Physicians 04:16 Interactions with Staff and Patients 07:25 Balancing Expectations and Well-Being 11:31 Rethinking Compensation and Practice Models 16:40 Creating a Healing Space for Female Physicians Send us a message to tell us what you loved about the show! Doctorsonsocialmedia.com, or SoMeDocs for short, is a healthcare omnimedia platform committed to promoting autonomy for the individuals in healthcare. Subscribe to our newsletter to not miss our new articles, episodes, or events: https://doctorsonsocialmedia.com/subscribe. Contact us anytime, at somedocs@somedocs.com (please note that we receive many emails and may not respond to all).

    22 min

  5. 8 JUL

    I Quit to Protect My Patients: A Doctor’s Ethical Line in the Sand

    In this powerful episode of From Print to Pod, Dr. Sulana Misra, the author of I Quit as a Civil Surgeon. This Is Why shares the deeply personal and political reasons behind her decision to resign as a USCIS-designated civil surgeon. As immigration policy shifts and ethical boundaries blur, she opens up about the weight of responsibility, the threat to patient data, and the moral dilemma of participating in a system she no longer trusts. This conversation sheds light on how medicine, ethics, activism, and patient care intersect in times of social upheaval. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST → https://www.doctorsonsocialmedia.com/podcast OUR DIRECTORIES → https://www.doctorsonsocialmedia.com/directories   Takeaways: Resigning can be a form of advocacy: Dr. Misra chose to step away from her federal role to stand by her ethics and speak out against harmful immigration practices.Physicians must protect patient trust: The attempted access to her full EMR—including non-immigration patients—was a red line that underscored growing federal overreach.Ethical discomfort is a red flag: Dr. Misra encourages clinicians to listen to their bodies and instincts when something feels wrong in their practice or environment.Silence is not neutral: Staying quiet in the face of injustice can be complicity, especially when physicians hold trusted voices in society.The personal cost is real: Her decision meant loss of income and opportunity, but it also brought clarity, solidarity, and a deeper commitment to justice and patient care.   Chapters: 00:00 – Welcome & Introduction 00:45 – What Is a Civil Surgeon? 02:00 – Why Dr. Misra Took the Role 03:30 – What Prompted Her to Quit 07:00 – Ethics, Safety, and Listening to the Body 09:40 – Impact on Her Practice and Colleagues 11:00 – Advocacy Through Resignation 12:00 – Grassroots Physician Activism in LA 13:00 – Patient Data and Ethical Responsibility 14:20 – Final Reflections and A Call to Physicians     Send us a message to tell us what you loved about the show! Doctorsonsocialmedia.com, or SoMeDocs for short, is a healthcare omnimedia platform committed to promoting autonomy for the individuals in healthcare. Subscribe to our newsletter to not miss our new articles, episodes, or events: https://doctorsonsocialmedia.com/subscribe. Contact us anytime, at somedocs@somedocs.com (please note that we receive many emails and may not respond to all).

    16 min

  6. 21 JUN

    [ARTICLE] Why Do Some Specialists Live in the EHR While Others Escape It?

    We explore why cognitive and non-procedural specialists like infectious disease and endocrinology physicians spend far more time in the EHR than proceduralists, revealing a system that undervalues intellectual labor and documentation-heavy care. Submit your own article: https://doctorsonsocialmedia.com/article-submission/ Send us a message to tell us what you loved about the show! Doctorsonsocialmedia.com, or SoMeDocs for short, is a healthcare omnimedia platform committed to promoting autonomy for the individuals in healthcare. Subscribe to our newsletter to not miss our new articles, episodes, or events: https://doctorsonsocialmedia.com/subscribe. Contact us anytime, at somedocs@somedocs.com (please note that we receive many emails and may not respond to all).

    8 min

  7. 18 JUN

    Navigating the Mommy Wars: Insights from Dr. Wheat

    In this episode, Dr. Santina Wheat, the author of the article No One Knows What's right for you: A Mommy's Take on the "Mommy Wars (and speaker of both of our SoMeDocsLeadership conferences - part I is here and part II here) discusses her views on the challenges of motherhood, particularly for working moms. She reflects on personal experiences of judgment, the unrealistic expectations placed on mothers, and the complexities of balancing a medical career with parenting. Dr. Wheat emphasizes the importance of personal alignment, the impact of social media on perceptions of motherhood, and the need for healthcare systems to provide flexible support for new mothers. The discussion offers valuable insights and advice for navigating the pressures of motherhood and finding one's own path.   SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST → https://www.doctorsonsocialmedia.com/podcast OUR DIRECTORIES → https://www.doctorsonsocialmedia.com/directories   Takeaways: True balance comes from personal alignment, not pleasing others.Moms often feel judged, especially regarding childcare decisions.Cultural expectations of motherhood can be unrealistic.Medical training can complicate the motherhood experience.Being present is more important than just showing up.Social media amplifies the pressures of motherhood.There is no one right way to be a good mom.New moms should turn off outside noise and trust themselves.Healthcare systems need to offer flexibility for new parents.Each parenting journey is unique and should be respected.  [elementor-template id="127602"]   Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Santina Wheat and Her Article 01:06 Navigating Judgment as a Working Mom 03:00 Cultural Expectations of Motherhood 05:14 The Impact of Medical Training on Motherhood 06:54 Finding Personal Alignment in Parenting 08:46 Social Media and the Mommy Wars 09:59 Advice for New Moms 10:40 Healthcare Systems Supporting New Mothers 12:32 Understanding Individual Parenting Journeys     Send us a message to tell us what you loved about the show! Doctorsonsocialmedia.com, or SoMeDocs for short, is a healthcare omnimedia platform committed to promoting autonomy for the individuals in healthcare. Subscribe to our newsletter to not miss our new articles, episodes, or events: https://doctorsonsocialmedia.com/subscribe. Contact us anytime, at somedocs@somedocs.com (please note that we receive many emails and may not respond to all).

    14 min

  8. 13 JUN

    Reinventing Surgical Education for the Future with Dr. Cohen

    In this episode, Dr. Stephen Cohen, the author of the article From Scalpel to Strategy: Reinventing Surgical Education for the Next Generation (and speaker of not one, but two, SoMeDocs conferences - the second annual entrepreneurship course and the Finance, Investing, and Real Estate course) discusses the evolution of surgical education, emphasizing the need for autonomy, modern skills, and the integration of technology like AI. He reflects on the disconnect between training and real-world practice, the importance of teamwork in surgery, and the role of storytelling in medical training. Dr. Cohen advocates for a more innovative approach to surgical education that prepares future surgeons for the complexities of modern healthcare. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST → https://www.doctorsonsocialmedia.com/podcast OUR DIRECTORIES → https://www.doctorsonsocialmedia.com/directories Takeaways: Surgical education must evolve beyond traditional apprenticeship. Autonomy is crucial for developing competent surgeons. Modern surgical training lacks essential skills like open surgery. AI should not replace critical thinking in patient care. Teamwork is essential in surgical practice. Communication is key in patient care and surgical teams. Storytelling enhances understanding and empathy in medicine. Leadership training is vital for future surgeons. Experience is gained through mistakes and learning from them. The future of surgery will be shaped by technology and innovation. Chapters: 00:00 Reinventing Surgical Education 02:46 Autonomy in Surgical Training 04:03 Modern Skills in Surgery 06:06 AI and the Future of Surgery 08:08 Systems Thinking in Surgical Care 09:43The Team Sport of Surgery 11:13 Leadership Lessons in Surgery 12:27 The Role of Storytelling in Medicine 13:42 Innovating Surgical Education 15:44 The Future of Surgical Training Send us a message to tell us what you loved about the show! Doctorsonsocialmedia.com, or SoMeDocs for short, is a healthcare omnimedia platform committed to promoting autonomy for the individuals in healthcare. Subscribe to our newsletter to not miss our new articles, episodes, or events: https://doctorsonsocialmedia.com/subscribe. Contact us anytime, at somedocs@somedocs.com (please note that we receive many emails and may not respond to all).

    17 min
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This podcast was created by founder Dr. Dana Corriel, who built the SoMeDocs brand (SoMeDocs being short for "Doctors on Social Media") from the ground up. The podcast plans to showcase, in audio format, what has already been built out on the venture's website, at doctorsonsocialmedia.com; unique content representing the diverse voices, talent, and ideas existing in healthcare.With a combined social media audience of 40,000 followers and growing, SoMeDocs is doing something right. Tune in to hear featured change-makers, meaningful conversations, and the innovative ideas that fuel our growth. Because you never know how a SoMeDocs episode will inspire you. The best part of it all is that there we are curating different projects and series, & always featuring interesting professionals, so you'll always be kept on your toes.Don't forget to check out our website, where we have our SERIES section and you'll find the video footage for most of these episodes. Meet the people behind the voices, exclusively at doctorsonsocialmedia.com and let SoMeDocs connect you to the next healthcare star.

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  • Creador
    Dana Corriel, MD
  • Años de actividad
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodios
    123
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