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This is a podcast that answers the question, "what should we have been learning while we were memorizing Kreb's cycle?" This is a practical guide for practicing physicians and other healthcare practitioners looking to improve in any and all aspects of our lives and practices. Physician and non-physician experts are interviewed on a wide range of topics to help us with personal and professional development.
If you want to share you expertise on the podcast, please email me at brad@physiciansguidetodoctoring.com or @physiciansguide on Twitter and Instagram.

Physician's Guide to Doctoring with Bradley B. Block, MD Bradley B. Block, MD

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This is a podcast that answers the question, "what should we have been learning while we were memorizing Kreb's cycle?" This is a practical guide for practicing physicians and other healthcare practitioners looking to improve in any and all aspects of our lives and practices. Physician and non-physician experts are interviewed on a wide range of topics to help us with personal and professional development.
If you want to share you expertise on the podcast, please email me at brad@physiciansguidetodoctoring.com or @physiciansguide on Twitter and Instagram.

    CONTRIBUTOR SERIES: Beware of These Common Mistakes in Physician Recruitment

    CONTRIBUTOR SERIES: Beware of These Common Mistakes in Physician Recruitment

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    This episode is sponsored by Beginly Health-- not just a platform; they're a partner in your professional journey. Visit BeginlyHealth.com to start a conversation.
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    This episode is also sponsored by Physician Growth Accelerator. Your practice is busy, but not with ideal patients. Build your strategy today. 
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    Dr. Amna Shabbir and recruitment whiz Jennifer Kambies dish out the do's and don'ts of physician recruitment. Learn why knowing what you want is just the beginning and discover the power of transparency in negotiations. Jennifer gives us the scoop on the best ways to communicate with potential employers, making sure you stand out in the best way possible. 
      Bios Dr. Amna Shabbir
    Read more about Dr. Shabbir: www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com/dramnashabbir 
     
    Jennifer Kambies
    Jennifer Kambies, MBA, CPRP – Cleveland Clinic, Director, Special Initiatives
    Jen has been working as an in-house staff physician recruiter since 2004. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration from Ohio University in 2002 and a MBA with a Healthcare Management focus from Regis University in 2008. She has been working at Cleveland Clinic in the Office of Physician Recruitment since 2007. Prior to her employment at Cleveland Clinic she was a physician liaison at DeKalb Medical in Decatur, GA handling physician recruitment and retention issues for physicians in the community. Jen manages the recruitment process for several specialties: Bioethics, Primary Care Internal Medicine and Geriatrics, Orthopaedic Surgery, Education Institute, Lerner Research Institute and Physician Leadership searches as needed. Additionally, Jen has oversight of the Resident and Fellow Initiative which offers career service support to trainees as they enter the workforce and Diversity Recruitment activity for the professional staff. She also manages the department metrics and other strategic projects for her department. Outside of work, Jen resides in Cleveland with her husband and three children. She enjoys spending time with family, shopping, traveling, dining out, hiking, and swimming.
    Did ya know…  You can also be a guest on our show? Please email me at brad@physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to connect or visit www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to learn more about the show!
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    • 28 min
    One Super Mom Doctor is Changing the Game for New Physicians!

    One Super Mom Doctor is Changing the Game for New Physicians!

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    This episode is also sponsored by Pattern Life. Protect what matters most today. Disability insurance simplified. 
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    This episode is also sponsored by Physician Growth Accelerator. Your practice is busy, but not with ideal patients. Build your strategy today. 

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    Dr. Amna Shabir, a new podcast Guest Host, joined us to explore her work supporting early career physicians through the unique challenges they face transitioning from training to practice. She emphasized the importance of setting boundaries and advocating for oneself to prevent burnout and maintain professional excellence. 

    With a strong social media presence and a practical approach to wellness, Dr. Shabir offers a fresh perspective on how new physicians can succeed and find balance in their demanding careers.
    Bio for Dr. Amna Shabir
    Dr. Amna Shabir is the founder and CEO of the Early Career Physicians Institute. A Duke-certified wellness and life coach and a double board-certified geriatrician and internist, Dr. Shabir is dedicated to guiding new attending physicians through the complexities of their early professional years. With a robust online presence, she provides resources and coaching to help physicians excel both professionally and personally while navigating post-medical training challenges.
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    You can also be a guest on our show? Please email me at brad@physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to connect or visit www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to learn more about the show!
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    • 33 min
    Dr. Morkos on Crafting a More Efficient Clinical Practice

    Dr. Morkos on Crafting a More Efficient Clinical Practice

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    This episode is also sponsored by Physician Growth Accelerator. Your practice is busy, but not with ideal patients. Build your strategy today. 
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    In today’s episode, we dial in with Dr. Michael Morkos, the endocrinology guru from Indiana University, who’s cracked the code on leaving work at work—no overtime allowed! With a zest for efficient clinics and a disdain for after-hours paperwork, Dr. Morkos shares golden nuggets from his book, “No Work After Hours.” Get ready to laugh and learn as he reveals how to make electronic health records less of a chore and more of a charm, why setting firm boundaries is like having superpowers, and the secrets to turning every clinic day into a smooth ride. Whether you’re a medical maestro or a novice navigating the hectic halls of healthcare, Dr. Morkos’s strategies promise to add hours back to your life and a pep to your professional step!
    BIO Dr. Michael Morkos, an assistant professor of clinical medicine specializing in endocrinology at Indiana University, is renowned for his mastery in optimizing clinical efficiency. With advanced degrees in clinical research and healthcare informatics, he authored “No Work After Hours” to help clinicians streamline their practices. His pioneering work includes creating a business in medicine rotation for fellows, focusing on practical clinic management skills.
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    You can also be a guest on our show? Please email me at brad@physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to connect or visit www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to learn more about the show!
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    • 30 min
    PT2 of 2: Dr. Brad Block Reveals All in Candid Interview

    PT2 of 2: Dr. Brad Block Reveals All in Candid Interview

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    This episode is sponsored by Beginly Health-- not just a platform; they're a partner in your professional journey. Visit BeginlyHealth.com to start a conversation.
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    This episode is also sponsored by Physician Growth Accelerator. Your practice is busy, but not with ideal patients. Build your strategy today. 
    In the concluding segment of this special episode of "The Physician’s Guide to Doctoring," Dr. Scott Abramson continues to delve deep into Dr. Brad Block's experiences and thoughts. 
    The conversation shifts from professional insights to more personal revelations, as Dr. Block discusses his fears, including a humorous yet genuine concern about bears, and more profound worries like the well-being of his family. The discussion also covers Dr. Block's strategies for managing anxiety and the importance of maintaining work-life balance amidst his various roles.
    MEET GUEST HOST: Dr. Scott Abramson Now retired, Dr. Scott Abramson practiced Neurology with Kaiser Permanente Northern California for over 40 years, 1979 through to 2020 (parts of six decades and two centuries.) For most of those years, Dr. Abramson has been passionately involved in the physician communication and the physician wellness projects. Some of his stories can be found in video format on this YouTube website channel: doctorwisdom.net And others, in a recently published book, “Bedside Manners, for Physicians and Everybody Else. What they don’t teach in medical school or any other school.” He can be reached by email at
    abramsonbedsidemanners@gmail.com or found on LinkedIn!
    Did ya know…  You can also be a guest on our show? Please email me at brad@physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to connect or visit www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to learn more about the show!
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    • 36 min
    PT1 of 2: Dr. Scott Abramson Puts Dr. Brad Block in the Hot Seat

    PT1 of 2: Dr. Scott Abramson Puts Dr. Brad Block in the Hot Seat

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    This episode is sponsored by Pattern Life. Protect what matters most today. Disability insurance simplified. 
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    This episode is also sponsored by Physician Growth Accelerator. Your practice is busy, but not with ideal patients. Build your strategy today. 
    In a unique twist on the usual format, Dr. Scott Abramson steps in as guest host to interview Dr. Brad Block on his own podcast, "Physician’s Guide to Doctrine." The episode peels back layers on Dr. Block's approach to podcasting, his personal insights into medicine, and his methods of preparing and engaging with his guests. It’s a revealing look into the mind of a curious and thoughtful medical professional who is as much a student as he is a mentor in the medical podcasting space.
    MEET GUEST HOST: Dr. Scott Abramson Now retired, Dr. Scott Abramson practiced Neurology with Kaiser Permanente Northern California for over 40 years, 1979 through to 2020 (parts of six decades and two centuries.) For most of those years, Dr. Abramson has been passionately involved in the physician communication and the physician wellness projects. Some of his stories can be found in video format on this YouTube website channel: doctorwisdom.net And others, in a recently published book, “Bedside Manners, for Physicians and Everybody Else. What they don’t teach in medical school or any other school.” He can be reached by email at
    abramsonbedsidemanners@gmail.com or found on LinkedIn!
    Did ya know…  You can also be a guest on our show? Please email me at brad@physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to connect or visit www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to learn more about the show!
    Socials:
    @physiciansguidetodoctoring on FB 
    @physicianguidetodoctoring on YouTube
    @physiciansguide on Instagram and Twitter

    • 34 min
    Unbelievable Billing Secrets That Can Double Your Practice's Income!

    Unbelievable Billing Secrets That Can Double Your Practice's Income!

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    This episode is sponsored by Pattern Life. Protect what matters most today. Disability insurance simplified. 
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    This episode is also sponsored by Beginly Health-- not just a platform; they're a partner in your professional journey.
    Visit BeginlyHealth.com to start a conversation.
    Dr. Heather Signorelli sheds light on the often overlooked aspects of medical billing and coding. As a pathologist and business owner, Dr. Signorelli emphasizes the necessity for physicians to familiarize themselves with the business side of medicine to ensure the financial health of their practices. She discusses the origin of national revenue cycle management, the challenges and strategies for effective medical billing, and provides actionable advice to improve revenue efficiency.
    Bio of Dr. Heather Signorelli: Dr. Heather Signorelli is a board-certified pathologist and physician executive with extensive experience in managing laboratories within a large healthcare system. As an entrepreneur, she co-owns a full-service medical billing and coding company, leveraging her expertise to improve billing processes and educate physicians on maximizing their practice revenue. Dr. Signorelli also hosts the RevMD podcast, aimed at teaching doctors the business aspects of medicine.
    Did ya know…  You can also be a guest on our show? Please email me at brad@physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to connect or visit www.physiciansguidetodoctoring.com to learn more about the show!
    Socials:
    @physiciansguidetodoctoring on FB 
    @physicianguidetodoctoring on YouTube
    @physiciansguide on Instagram and Twitter

    • 35 min

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