Wellbeing in Medicine Podcast (formerly the MedEdWell Podcast)

Dr. Ryan Stegink

Supporting physicians and others in medicine with their well-being by addressing mindset, charting, and more! From FREE Charting Tips PDF to a charting course with group coaching, there are resources available to help you take your next step!

  1. MAR 23

    The Hidden Cost of Spillover

    Most physicians know what spillover feels like — notes after dinner, inbox on weekends, the clinical day that never quite ends. But the real cost of spillover isn't just time. It's the attention tax: the quiet fragmentation of presence that accumulates across evenings, family dinners, and the moments that were supposed to be something other than work.   In this episode, Dr. Ryan Stegink explores why spillover is so persistently normalized in medicine, what it's actually costing physicians beyond hours worked, and why the solution isn't efficiency — it's structure.   Key concepts covered: ∙ Spillover defined: clinical work leaking beyond the boundaries of the workday ∙ The cognitive cost of open loops and unfinished tasks ∙ Emotional spillover from difficult encounters ∙ The attention tax: how spillover reduces presence even when you're not actively working ∙ Why spillover is a structural problem that effort alone cannot solve ∙ Containment as the structural alternative to spillover   Resources mentioned: ∙ Free Charting Tips PDF: mededwell.com/chartingtips ∙ Work with Dr. Stegink one-on-one: mededwell.com/change   Next episode: Containment: The Missing Skill in Modern Medicine

    15 min

  2. MAR 9

    Why Charting Isn't the Real Problem in Medicine

    Many physicians assume that if they could simply chart faster, their workday would feel lighter.   But over time I've come to believe that charting itself is rarely the root problem.   The deeper issue is something quieter and harder to see: spillover.   Spillover happens when work slowly leaks beyond the boundaries of the clinic day. It might look like finishing notes after dinner, answering inbox messages at night, or mentally replaying patient encounters long after leaving the clinic.   For many physicians this pattern becomes so normal that it barely registers as a problem. But over months and years, spillover gradually erodes margin, fragments attention, and makes it harder to be fully present with patients, family, and ourselves.   In this episode of the Wellbeing in Medicine Podcast, we explore:   • why charting speed alone rarely solves documentation stress • how spillover shows up in everyday physician life • why efficiency is helpful but incomplete • the concept of containment in clinical workflows • how designing the structure of a workday can restore margin   Sustainable medicine isn't about decreasing responsibility.   It's about organizing responsibility so that it can fit within a life.     Resources Mentioned     Charting Efficiency Checkup (Free Quiz) A short diagnostic to help physicians identify where documentation friction is occurring in their workflow. https://www.mededwell.com/quiz   1:1 Physician Workflow Consultation If you'd like help thinking through containment strategies and workflow redesign in your own practice: https://chartingandthriving.com/change

    13 min

  3. 08/06/2025

    Stop Charting After Hours: 3 Wins + The Framework That Fixes It

    Are you still charting after dinner? You're not alone—and it's not your fault. In this episode, I share my story of going from overwhelmed and exhausted to creating the Charting Mastery Framework™, the same system I now teach physicians, nurse practitioners, and PAs to help them finish their charts faster, reclaim their evenings, and finally stop feeling buried by documentation. You'll learn: ✅ Why late-night charting isn't your fault (and how to fix it) ✅ 3 quick workflow wins you can start using tomorrow ✅ How the Charting Mastery Framework™ works: Know Your Why, Fill Your Toolbox, Find Your Flow ✅ How to join my free live training on August 11 at chartingmastery.net ✅ Where to grab my Finish Charting Faster PDF guide with 10 practical tips: mededwell.com/chartingtips Because medicine matters—but so do you.   🔗 Links Mentioned in This Episode 🎓 Free Live Training (8/11): chartingmastery.net 📄 Free PDF Guide: mededwell.com/chartingtips 🎙 Podcast + More Resources: mededwell.com

    45 min

  4. 02/15/2024

    Wellbeing in medicine acknowledges grief and loss

    Listen to "Wellbeing in Medicine Acknowledges Grief and Loss" as Dr. Ryan Stegink shares his personal journey and offers insights on navigating grief and supporting others through loss. In this episode, Dr. Stegink reflects on his experience of losing his twin boys and discusses the nonlinear nature of grief, coping strategies, and the importance of community and seeking help. Gain valuable perspectives on understanding grief and learn how to better support yourself and those around you through difficult times.  Sign up for a FREE Class with my top 3 tips to get your charting done at work! (You also get on the waitlist for the next cohort of the Charting Mastery course with group coaching sessions included) - https://coaching.mededwell.com/chartingclass

    21 min

  5. 01/25/2024

    Wellbeing in medicine is more than personal wellness and mindset change

    Well-being in medicine is more than personal wellness, it involves advocacy for yourself and for others, bringing about the system changes needed to make medicine better for patients and our teams. Join today's discussion to hear Dr. Ryan's reflections as the podcast transitions to the new name, expanding his vision for helping doctors and others in medicine. Take the FREE Charting Efficiency checkup quiz - https://coaching.mededwell.com/quiz Get on the waitlist for the next cohort of the Charting Mastery course with group coaching sessions included - https://coaching.mededwell.com/charting

    15 min

  6. 11/14/2023

    Recharge and Thrive in Medicine

    Recharge your well-being as a physician with the MedEdWell podcast, focusing on mindset, charting, and more. Join Dr. Ryan Stegink as he shares insights on overcoming burnout, connecting with your purpose, and actionable steps for thriving in medicine. Tune in to gain valuable strategies, recharge, and make a positive difference in your life and the lives of your patients. Get your FREE 2 minute Charting Efficiency Checkup (2 minute quiz) - coaching.mededwell.com/quiz

    44 min

  7. 06/04/2023

    Unlocking Physician Success: Lessons about Charting from Potty Training

    In this episode, we delve into the fascinating parallels between charting in medicine and potty training.  Discover valuable lessons that can revolutionize your approach to patient documentation.  Join us as we explore practical strategies and mindset shifts to unlock physician success.  Ready to take your charting skills to the next level?  Book a consult call for personalized coaching today at MedEdWell.com/call

    26 min

  8. 05/26/2023

    Charting Sanity: Strategies for Mental Load Management

    In this episode, we explored the power of efficient charting and its impact on healthcare professionals.  We learned valuable strategies and tips to streamline your charting process and save precious time and energy as you manage your mind.  Now, it's time to put your newfound knowledge into action.  Take the next step towards greater efficiency by downloading our free charting checklist at https://www.mededwell.com/efficiencyguide Empower yourself with practical tools that will transform your charting experience and enhance patient care.  Don't miss this opportunity to optimize your workflow and reclaim valuable time in your medical practice.

    23 min
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Supporting physicians and others in medicine with their well-being by addressing mindset, charting, and more! From FREE Charting Tips PDF to a charting course with group coaching, there are resources available to help you take your next step!

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