Why Did I Become A Doctor South Africa

Dr Yash Naidoo

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Why Did I Become A Doctor South Africa

We speak to healthcare professionals to find out how, where, and why they got into their field.

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From Umlazi to the UK to the USA: Dr Nondumiso Makhunga-Stevenson - The Ubuntu Doctor Coach

We sit down with the remarkable Dr Nondumiso Makhunga-Stevenson, a medical doctor who has worked across South Africa, the UK, and the US. Dr Makhunga-Stevenson shares her journey from growing up in Umlazi, Durban, to navigating the challenges of private practice, working with one of the big five pharmaceutical companies, and maintaining strong community ties along the way. We discuss the power of mentorship, the importance of cultural understanding in healthcare, and what keeps her grounded a...

1 giờ 52 phút
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Black, Gay & Almost a Vet! From Humble Beginnings to Living the Good Life with Dr Leero Majority

From almost becoming a veterinarian to carving out a career in healthcare, Dr Leero Majority’s journey has been anything but conventional. In this raw and honest conversation, he opens up about his humble beginnings, his experiences as a Black gay man in South Africa, and the struggles and triumphs of working in a demanding profession. 🔹 The Call That Changed His Life – How a last-minute phone call pulled him out of vet school and set him on an entirely different path. 🔹 Surviving University ...

2 giờ 9 phút
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Becoming a Dentist in South Africa - Dr Günther Streit - From "Poverty" to Olympic Dreams to PhD

In this episode of Why Did I Become a Doctor South Africa, Dr Yash Naidoo interviews his dental school classmate and friend, Dr Günther Streit. As the first German speaker and first Namibian guest on the podcast, Dr Streit shares his extraordinary journey from facing early financial constraints to considering leaving clinical practice, only to thrive in dentistry through postgraduate education and diverse experiences. The discussion covers: The financial and personal challenges he overcame ...

1 giờ 53 phút
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The Engineer Driving a New Car Weekly - Amith Gosai on Blogs, Business & Reeva Steenkamp’s Kindness

This episode is a bit different—our guest isn’t a healthcare worker, but his story is equally inspiring! Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of Amith Gosai (@amg133), the engineer and automotive enthusiast who drives a new car every week! 🚗✨ In this episode, Amith shares: His journey from engineering to becoming a top automotive blogger.The story behind his blog, The Bucket, and what inspires his unique content.Partying with FHM fashion models.How one of his posts "went viral... f...

1 giờ 15 phút
22/12/2024

The Shortest Surgeon in South Africa (Maybe?) – Dr Thegesha Naidoo on Grief, Guts, and Gallbladders

Dr Yash Naidoo sits down with someone very close to him, Dr Thegesha Naidoo—possibly South Africa’s shortest surgeon—to explore her remarkable journey from pharmacy school and studying medicine abroad to thriving in the operating room. They dive into high-pressure hospital dynamics, from coping with the first patient lost on the table to answering listener questions on doctor-nurse tensions and surgical mistakes. Dr Naidoo also opens up about why she chose surgery, how she found her footing i...

1 giờ 25 phút
01/12/2024

From Zimbabwe to Mzansi: Sister Letmore Chigudu's Inspiring Path From Nursing to Advising Doctors

In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Sister Letmore Chigudu, a dedicated nurse and healthcare professional, shares her incredible journey from growing up in Harare, Zimbabwe, to building a thriving career in South Africa. Born into a humble family, with her father working as a security guard and her mother as a general worker, Sister Letmore’s story is a testament to perseverance and the belief that your circumstances do not define your future. Through determination, resilience, and the p...

1 giờ 19 phút
18/11/2024

Dr Que Njotini - A Rising Star Who Will Empower Young Women & Transform Oral Health In South Africa

🎙️ Welcome back to Why Did I Become a Doctor South Africa In this episode, we sit down with Dr Qaqamba Njotini, affectionately known as Dr Que, a passionate and driven young dentist who shares her incredible journey from small-town roots to navigating the challenges of dental school, public healthcare, and beyond. ✨ What You'll Hear in This Episode: Dr Que’s upbringing in the Eastern Cape and her path to discovering her passion for dentistry. Her inspiring story of resilience, including o...

57 phút
26/10/2024

Becoming A Surgeon In South Africa: The "Black Boer" From Botswana - Dr Caiphus Gofhamodimo

Join us as Dr Caiphus Gofhamodimo recounts his path from Botswana to the surgical field in South Africa. We explore his early days, medical school memories, his disciplined training, and his transition to private practice. Caiphus reflects on the sacrifices of a medical career, balancing family life, and the deep trust-building needed in private practice. He also explains why he calls himself the "Black Boer". This is an honest look at the dedication, resilience, and love required in medicine.

1 giờ 18 phút
13/10/2024

The Dentist Who Climbed Everest - Dr Yak Lindy

In this special episode, I sit down with my first cousin, Dr Yak Lindy, for an intimate and inspiring conversation. From our shared childhood memories to deep reflections on life, we explore his journey from studying engineering to becoming a dentist and his incredible experience climbing Mount Everest 🏔️ We also talk about what draws people to dentistry and the thoughtful advice Yak would give to anyone considering a career in the field. Whether you’re seeking insight into the profession or...

1 giờ 58 phút
07/10/2024

Episode 1 - Why Did I Start This Podcast?

Welcome to the first episode of “Why Did I Become a Doctor South Africa.” In this 15-minute introduction, I share what inspired me to create this podcast and what I hope to achieve through it. The podcast aims to bring authentic, unscripted conversations with doctors, dentists, and other healthcare professionals, exploring their personal journeys and the passions that drive them. Originally, this episode was meant to be an interview with Dr. Yak Lindy, my cousin who I call a "celebrity denti...

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Want to know what this show is about? Have a listen. Spoiler alert - it's not about me.

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We speak to healthcare professionals to find out how, where, and why they got into their field.

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