Transforming Healthcare Coaching

Transforming Healthcare Coaching
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Transforming Healthcare Coaching is a podcast for healthcare professionals and executives who want to thrive at work and in life. Hosted by Dr. Lillian Liang Emlet, Klaus Grim PA-C, and a team of experienced healthcare professionals-turned-coaches, each episode offers real-world insights and practical strategies through the lens of energy leadership coaching. With firsthand experience in the healthcare system, the team explores topics like burnout, career transitions, leadership growth, personal development, and living a better life. Featuring expert guests and actionable advice, the podcast encourages a growth mindset and offers tools to create positive change. Whether you’re on the front lines or leading teams, this podcast provides support and guidance to help you succeed personally and professionally.

  1. 2d ago

    Exploring Non-clinical Physician Careers with Drs. Mandy Armitage and Morgan Leafe | Episode 122

    Two physicians who left clinical medicine — one from pediatrics, one from sports medicine — talk with host Lillian Liang Emlet about building nonclinical careers in medical writing and beyond. Dr. Morgan Leafe and Dr. Mandy Armitage, co-founders of the Nonclinical Physicians Network, unpack the identity shift of stepping away from clinical practice and how to separate real financial concerns from assumptions holding physicians back.    Chapters and Timestamps 01:08 Meet the Nonclinical Docs 03:25 Early Doubts and Turning Points 07:06 Identity Beyond the White Coat 11:27 Finding Medical Writing 15:43 Mindset Shifts for Transition 18:56 Why Build a Network 23:15 First Steps and Research 25:21 Money Fears and Reality Check 29:50 Inside the Philly Conference 34:47 Where to Find Them    Guest Details Mandy Armitage, MD Portfolio career physician trained in PM&R and sports medicine Transitioned from clinical practice into medical writing, editing, medical communications, continuing medical education, and patient engagement Held strategic/leadership roles as Medical Director for companies including Doximity and GoodRx Coaching physicians into nonclinical careers, especially medical writing, since 2015 Author of From Clinical Practice to Medical Writing: A Career Transition Guide Co-Founder and Co-Executive Director of Nonclinical Physicians Network   Morgan Leafe, MD, MHA Double board-certified in pediatrics and clinical informatics, with 11 years of clinical practice Leads three ventures: medical writing (CME content, advisory boards, physician-facing articles), career strategy (resume reviews, interview coaching, LinkedIn workshops, keynotes), and the Nonclinical Physicians Network Co-founded the Nonclinical Physicians Network online community and its annual in-person conference Mentioned in This Episode Nonclinical Physicians Network — www.nonclinicalphysiciansnetwork.com Nonclinical Career Conference, Philadelphia, PA — October 17–18, 2026 Career coach Heather Fork The former in-person conference "Seek," where Mandy and Morgan first met Listener questions and topic requests: podcast@transforminghealthcarecoaching.com   Learn more about Giving & Receiving Feedback in Healthcare Subscribe and Listen on: Website Youtube Spotify Apple Follow us on: Newsletter Instagram Facebook LinkedIn For personalized support in your life and work as a healthcare professional and leader, book a free call. Disclaimer: Although we are trained medical professionals, we are not acting in a clinical capacity on this podcast. We do not use our medical licenses or provide medical, mental health, or therapeutic services in this setting. The content shared in this episode is based on our personal experiences, opinions, and coaching backgrounds, and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be taken as medical advice, therapy, or professional counseling, nor used as a substitute for individualized medical or mental health care. Always seek the guidance of qualified healthcare professionals regarding any medical or mental health concerns. The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not represent the positions of our employers or affiliated organizations.

  2. Aug 10

    Where does Confidence come from? with Vicki Landers | Episode 121

    Confidence isn't certainty — it's the belief that you can handle whatever comes next. In this episode, Lillian Liang-Emlet and clinician-turned-executive-coach Vicki Landers explore how imposter syndrome takes hold in healthcare, why failure builds skill rather than undermining it, and how surrounding yourself with the right influences creates lasting self-trust for clinicians navigating leadership and career transitions.    Chapters and Time-Stamps: 00:45 Certainty Trap In Healthcare 01:33 Redefining Real Confidence 02:22 Action Failure Builds Confidence 03:24 Growth Mindset And Friction 05:04 Imposter Syndrome And Worthiness 06:45 Finding Proof You Belong 08:27 Celebrate Wins To Grow 11:48 Values Awareness And Influencers 13:33 Embodiment Letting Go 17:09 New Communities And AI 20:51 Coaching For Emerging Leaders 25:08 Healthcare Turnover And Power 27:42 One Practice For Self Trust 29:29 Closing Thoughts And Next Steps    Guest Details Vicki Landers Website : https://vickilanders.com/ Former clinician with 18 years of direct frontline healthcare experience before transitioning into coaching Coach with Transforming Healthcare Coaching, specializing in helping healthcare professionals navigate career transitions and step into leadership roles Professional speaker on confidence, growth mindset, and leadership development Serves on the board of a local hospital, helping implement earlier leadership support programs so staff receive coaching proactively rather than only during performance improvement plans Mentioned in This Episode Harvard Institute of Coaching Broader positive psychology research and Fortune 500/Fortune 100 coaching adoption trends referenced during the discussion of coaching's credibility in corporate settings Listener questions and topic requests: podcast@transforminghealthcarecoaching.com   Learn more about Giving & Receiving Feedback in Healthcare Subscribe and Listen on: Website Youtube Spotify Apple Follow us on: Newsletter Instagram Facebook LinkedIn For personalized support in your life and work as a healthcare professional and leader, book a free call. Disclaimer: Although we are trained medical professionals, we are not acting in a clinical capacity on this podcast. We do not use our medical licenses or provide medical, mental health, or therapeutic services in this setting. The content shared in this episode is based on our personal experiences, opinions, and coaching backgrounds, and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be taken as medical advice, therapy, or professional counseling, nor used as a substitute for individualized medical or mental health care. Always seek the guidance of qualified healthcare professionals regarding any medical or mental health concerns. The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not represent the positions of our employers or affiliated organizations.

  3. Aug 3

    Level Up Your Health for Healthcare Leaders with Cory Jenks, PharmD | Episode 120

    Clinical pharmacist Dr. Cory Jenks explains how improv comedy skills helped him become a more adaptable, empathetic provider and prevent burnout in high-stress healthcare settings. He breaks down why building muscle — not just cardio — is a powerful, underused lever for reversing type 2 diabetes and lowering blood sugar.  Jenks also shares his "micro recovery" approach, including a 15-minutes-twice-a-week strength method busy healthcare leaders can use to build strength without a major time commitment. Chapters & Time-stamps 00:33 Meet Dr Cory Jenks 02:02 Early Career Burnout 03:19 Improv Changed Everything 04:40 Improv Meets Medicine 07:18 Listening for the Want 09:32 Leadership Through Reality 11:19 Self Care Is Service 13:35 Micro Recovery Habits 15:33 Muscle Based Diabetes Fix 18:41 15 Minute Strength Plan 20:37 Intentional Fitness Mindset 23:37 Where to Find Cory Guest Details Cory Jenks, PharmD — Clinical pharmacist practicing since 2011, specializing in diabetes, hypertension, chronic disease, and obesity care. Founder of ImprovRx, a consultancy teaching improv-based communication skills to healthcare teams. Co-runs a diabetes health coaching program and co-hosts the Diabetes Remission Roadmap podcast.  Website: coryjenks.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cory.jenks.147438/ X: https://x.com/CoryJenksPharmD LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-jenks-3ba17314 Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/pharmacomedian Mentioned in This Episode Permission to Care — book by Cory Jenks 15 Minutes to Fitness — book by  Vincent “Ben” Bocchicchio  ImprovRx — Jenks's consultancy Diabetes Remission Roadmap — podcast Diabetes Remission Partners — Instagram & YouTube Learn more about Giving & Receiving Feedback in Healthcare Subscribe and Listen on: Website Youtube Spotify Apple Follow us on: Newsletter Instagram Facebook LinkedIn For personalized support in your life and work as a healthcare professional and leader, book a free call. Disclaimer: Although we are trained medical professionals, we are not acting in a clinical capacity on this podcast. We do not use our medical licenses or provide medical, mental health, or therapeutic services in this setting. The content shared in this episode is based on our personal experiences, opinions, and coaching backgrounds, and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be taken as medical advice, therapy, or professional counseling, nor used as a substitute for individualized medical or mental health care. Always seek the guidance of qualified healthcare professionals regarding any medical or mental health concerns. The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not represent the positions of our employers or affiliated organizations.

  4. Jul 27

    What Coaching Really Is in Healthcare | Episode 119

    Most healthcare leaders either weaponize coaching as punishment or confuse it with mentoring, therapy, and advising — and that confusion is driving away top talent.    In this solo episode, Lillian breaks down the five key roles every leader needs (sponsor, advisor, mentor, therapist, and coach), clarifies what professional coaching actually is, and backs it with RCT data showing coaching cuts burnout and outperforms one-on-one when done in groups.    Chapters & Time-Stamps 02:28 Why Coaching Confuses Us 04:12 Career Growth Needs Support 07:14 Defining Coaching Clearly 08:08 Sponsors Open Doors 10:22 Advisors Solve Problems 12:40 Mentors Walk Your Path 14:04 Therapy Versus Coaching 15:45 What Coaching Really Is 17:16 Your Personal Board 19:49 Coaching Skill Versus Job 21:03 Core Coaching Skills 24:18 Professional Coaching Standards 26:12 A Simple Coaching Framework 28:39 Evidence Coaching Works 31:14 Coaching For Transitions 32:37 Myths Debunked Next Steps 34:07 Send Questions And Subscribe 35:13 Final Thanks And Goodbye    Lillian Liang Emlet Founder & Host, Transforming Healthcare Coaching Podcast Certified Professional Coach (ICF-credentialed) 📧 hello@transforminghealthcarecoaching.com   📚 References from the Episode International Coaching Federation (ICF) — Defines coaching; sets core competencies & ethics https://coachingfederation.org/ Center for Mentoring Excellence https://www.centerformentoring.com/ National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching https://nbhwc.org/ Mayo Clinic RCT — Physician coaching reduced emotional exhaustion vs. control group  Dyrbye LN, Shanafelt TD, Gill PR, Satele DV, West CP. Effect of a professional coaching intervention on the well-being and distress of physicians: A pilot randomized clinical trial. JAMA Internal Medicine. 2019;179(10):1406–1414. doi:10.1001/jamainternmed.2019.2425. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31380892/ 3-arm RCT — Small group coaching produced 29% burnout reduction, outperformed 1-on-1  Khalili H, et al. Professional coaching to reduce physician burnout: A randomized, three‑arm, waitlist‑controlled trial. Journal of General Internal Medicine. 2025. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40643743/ medTHRIVE Connect — Quarterly leadership book club community (free)  Hélène Thériault ) — https://diveintoacoachapproach.com/transforming-healthcare-coaching/   Learn more about Giving & Receiving Feedback in Healthcare Subscribe and Listen on: Website Youtube Spotify Apple Follow us on: Newsletter Instagram Facebook LinkedIn For personalized support in your life and work as a healthcare professional and leader, book a free call. Disclaimer: Although we are trained medical professionals, we are not acting in a clinical capacity on this podcast. We do not use our medical licenses or provide medical, mental health, or therapeutic services in this setting. The content shared in this episode is based on our personal experiences, opinions, and coaching backgrounds, and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be taken as medical advice, therapy, or professional counseling, nor used as a substitute for individualized medical or mental health care. Always seek the guidance of qualified healthcare professionals regarding any medical or mental health concerns. The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not represent the positions of our employers or affiliated organizations.

  5. Jul 20

    Being on the Other Side of Healthcare | Episode 118

    When crisis hits, self-care feels impossible — but that's exactly when pre-built wellness habits save you. Co-host Klaus Grim, PA-C, opens up about navigating his mother-in-law's terminal cancer diagnosis and how his coaching skills — validation, open-ended questions, and strategic kindness — became his most powerful tools for patient advocacy and family support.    Chapters and Time-stamps:  02:00 Why Self Care Matters 03:45 Klaus Story And Diagnosis 04:50 Habits That Kept Me Going 08:25 Navigating A New System 10:41 Advocacy Win Private Room 15:27 How It Changed My Practice 21:57 Coaching Skills In Action 24:56 Key Takeaways And Closing    Guest Details Klaus Grim, PA-C Co-host, Transforming Healthcare Coaching Podcast Physician Assistant — Emergency Medicine & Urgent Care Professional Coach, Transforming Healthcare Coaching 📧 podcast@transforminghealthcarecoaching.com 📚 References from the Episode VitalTalk — Communication framework for delivering serious news with empathy; NURSE mnemonic for acknowledging/validating emotions Dr. Angie Ingraham — True North Patient Advocacy (prior episode) Helene Thierault— "Coach Approach" in clinical practice (prior episode) Concept: Coach Approach in Medicine — Bird's-eye view, open-ended questions, silence, and validation as clinical tools Disability Office (hospital) — Underutilized resource for patient accommodation advocacy Learn more about Giving & Receiving Feedback in Healthcare Subscribe and Listen on: Website Youtube Spotify Apple Follow us on: Newsletter Instagram Facebook LinkedIn For personalized support in your life and work as a healthcare professional and leader, book a free call. Disclaimer: Although we are trained medical professionals, we are not acting in a clinical capacity on this podcast. We do not use our medical licenses or provide medical, mental health, or therapeutic services in this setting. The content shared in this episode is based on our personal experiences, opinions, and coaching backgrounds, and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be taken as medical advice, therapy, or professional counseling, nor used as a substitute for individualized medical or mental health care. Always seek the guidance of qualified healthcare professionals regarding any medical or mental health concerns. The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not represent the positions of our employers or affiliated organizations.

  6. Jul 13

    Held Together with Dr. Rebecca Thompson | Episode 117

    Healthcare professionals carry invisible wounds — as patients, caregivers, and people navigating loss — yet rarely have space to integrate those experiences into how they lead. In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Thompson, physician and author of Held Together, shares how embracing vulnerability, imperfection, and shared storytelling transforms clinical leadership and patient care from the inside out.  Chapters and Time-Stamps:  01:07 Meet Dr Rebecca Thompson 01:40 A Week in Her Life 04:11 Ten Year Book Journey 05:24 Losses That Changed Everything 09:14 Held Together Dualities 10:30 Sharing Vulnerability Boundaries 11:50 Building a Shared Memoir 17:25 Why Imperfect Love 22:07 Leadership Permission to Be Human 24:56 Policies That Support Families 30:19 Authenticity Improves Care 35:04 Hope Meaning and Growth 36:16 One Tiny Act Today 37:18 Where to Find the Book 39:40 Closing Thanks and Subscribe  Guest Details Dr. Rebecca Thompson, MD Family Medicine & Public Health Physician, Portland, OR Author: Held Together: A Shared Memoir of Motherhood, Medicine, and Imperfect Love Speaker: Residencies, nursing programs, medical training organizations 🌐 rebeccanthompson.com (the N is important!) Instagram: @rebecca.n.thompson 📚 References from the Episode Book: Held Together by Dr. Rebecca Thompson — shared memoir featuring 22 collaborators (physicians, nurses, EMTs, psychologists, social workers) Discussion guides — Available at rebeccanthompson.com; themed for book clubs, residencies, nursing/social work/psychology training Postpartum Support International — Affiliate purchase link on her site; portion of proceeds donated Arthur Kleinman — Physician, author & psychiatrist, Harvard Medical School; endorsed the book Concept: Narrative Medicine — Processing patient and personal stories to inform embodied clinical practice podcast@transforminghealthcarecoaching.com   Learn more about Giving & Receiving Feedback in Healthcare Subscribe and Listen on: Website Youtube Spotify Apple Follow us on: Newsletter Instagram Facebook LinkedIn For personalized support in your life and work as a healthcare professional and leader, book a free call. Disclaimer: Although we are trained medical professionals, we are not acting in a clinical capacity on this podcast. We do not use our medical licenses or provide medical, mental health, or therapeutic services in this setting. The content shared in this episode is based on our personal experiences, opinions, and coaching backgrounds, and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be taken as medical advice, therapy, or professional counseling, nor used as a substitute for individualized medical or mental health care. Always seek the guidance of qualified healthcare professionals regarding any medical or mental health concerns. The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not represent the positions of our employers or affiliated organizations.

  7. Jul 6

    Exclusion and Belonging in Healthcare Leadership with Natalie Holder | Episode 116

    Why do well-meaning healthcare leaders unintentionally create exclusionary workplaces? Employment lawyer Natalie Holder, Esq., SPHR unpacks the 10 hidden indicators of a broken workplace culture — from informal mentoring gaps to bullying and dual identity — and reveals how subtle bias quietly erodes belonging, engagement, and patient care.  Chapters and Time-stamps:  01:32 Meet Natalie Holder 03:07 From Journalism to Law 06:48 Intent vs Impact in Care 08:37 A Sepsis Wake Up Call 12:49 Culture Shapes Patient Care 14:31 Coaching as Culture Shift 16:50 Inside the Book Exclusion 19:57 In Groups and Out Groups 21:19 Broken Culture Indicators 23:30 Bullying and Dual Identity 30:49 Accommodations and Disability 32:28 How Leaders Start Changing 33:05 Data Driven Self Awareness 38:47 Work With Natalie Closing  👤 Guest Details Natalie Holder, Esq., SPHR  - Founder & President, Quest Employment Initiatives  - Employment lawyer specializing in workplace culture, discrimination litigation, and DEI strategy across healthcare systems, federal agencies, and law firms.  - Education: NYU (Communications), Tulane Law School  - Former roles: HR, legal firms, NYC Mayor's Office  - Author: Exclusion: Strategies for Increasing Diversity in Recruitment, Retention, and Promotion  🌐 natalieholderspeaks.com  📚 References from the Episode Book: Exclusion by Natalie Holder — top 10 indicators of a broken workplace culture (informal mentoring, bullying, dual identity, isolation, inability to recover from mistakes, insensitivity/civil discourse, and more) Yale Smilow Cancer Center — Healthcare disparities conference founded by Natalie Holder, New Haven, CT Concept: In-group vs. Out-group dynamics in workplace culture Reasonable Accommodation — ADA-related workplace case example (diabetic nurse)   Learn more about Giving & Receiving Feedback in Healthcare Subscribe and Listen on: Website Youtube Spotify Apple Follow us on: Newsletter Instagram Facebook LinkedIn For personalized support in your life and work as a healthcare professional and leader, book a free call. Disclaimer: Although we are trained medical professionals, we are not acting in a clinical capacity on this podcast. We do not use our medical licenses or provide medical, mental health, or therapeutic services in this setting. The content shared in this episode is based on our personal experiences, opinions, and coaching backgrounds, and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be taken as medical advice, therapy, or professional counseling, nor used as a substitute for individualized medical or mental health care. Always seek the guidance of qualified healthcare professionals regarding any medical or mental health concerns. The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not represent the positions of our employers or affiliated organizations.

  8. Jun 29

    Team Personalities: Friend or Foe? | Episode 115

    Personality differences on healthcare teams aren't problems to manage — they're untapped performance drivers. In this episode, Lillian and Gillian explore how tools like the PrinciplesYou and PrinciplesUs assessments help teams build a shared language around traits, blind spots, and cognitive diversity to unlock healthier conflict, deeper trust, and better outcomes. Chapters & Time-Stamps 01:56 Why Teams Avoid Dissent 04:38 Assessments Build Awareness 07:18 Why Principles You 08:37 From Self Insight to Coaching 10:57 Team Debrief Breakthroughs 15:16 Traits In Action 17:21 Flexing Traits for Leadership 19:34 Why Diverse Teams Win 👤 Guest Details Gillian (co-host/guest) Team coach and co-facilitator at Transforming Healthcare Coaching. Specializes in team dynamics, psychological safety, and personality-based coaching frameworks. Lillian Liang Emlet (host) Founder & Coach, Transforming Healthcare Coaching Podcast https://transforminghealthcarecoaching.com/ 📧 hello@transforminghealthcarecoaching.com 📚 References from the Episode PrinciplesYou — Individual personality assessment (17 core traits, 41 facets; measures cognitive, interpersonal, and motivational orientations) PrinciplesUs — Team-based version of the assessment for group debriefs Myers-Briggs (MBTI) — Mentioned as a widely known comparison tool DISC Assessment — Referenced as another personality framework Josh Hartzell — Prescription for Caring in Healthcare Leadership (discussed at medTHRIVE book rounds) Learn more about Giving & Receiving Feedback in Healthcare Subscribe and Listen on: Website Youtube Spotify Apple Follow us on: Newsletter Instagram Facebook LinkedIn For personalized support in your life and work as a healthcare professional and leader, book a free call. Disclaimer: Although we are trained medical professionals, we are not acting in a clinical capacity on this podcast. We do not use our medical licenses or provide medical, mental health, or therapeutic services in this setting. The content shared in this episode is based on our personal experiences, opinions, and coaching backgrounds, and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be taken as medical advice, therapy, or professional counseling, nor used as a substitute for individualized medical or mental health care. Always seek the guidance of qualified healthcare professionals regarding any medical or mental health concerns. The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not represent the positions of our employers or affiliated organizations.

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Transforming Healthcare Coaching is a podcast for healthcare professionals and executives who want to thrive at work and in life. Hosted by Dr. Lillian Liang Emlet, Klaus Grim PA-C, and a team of experienced healthcare professionals-turned-coaches, each episode offers real-world insights and practical strategies through the lens of energy leadership coaching. With firsthand experience in the healthcare system, the team explores topics like burnout, career transitions, leadership growth, personal development, and living a better life. Featuring expert guests and actionable advice, the podcast encourages a growth mindset and offers tools to create positive change. Whether you’re on the front lines or leading teams, this podcast provides support and guidance to help you succeed personally and professionally.

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    2024 - 2026
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