Disrupting Doctors Careers Dr. Abeyna Bubbers-Jones - Helping doctors change careers

This week we're joined by fellow doctorpreneurs Dr. Sieuming Ng and Dr. Subha Punj, the masterminds behind SafeAP; a one stop shop and growing marketplace connecting high quality aesthetics practitioners with great clients. They unpack the secrets to building a lucrative aesthetics business; from tapping into the artistry in science to overcoming imposter syndrome, get ready for a trove of insights that promises to gear you up for success in the aesthetics realm.

In this rejuvenating episode, you'll explore:

[00:01] Meet the Champions of Change: Discover the paths Dr. Sieuming Ng and Dr. Subha Punj carved in the aesthetics space.

[02:28] The Aesthetics Advantage: Why aesthetics should be on every doctor's radar for career growth and financial freedom.

[04:28] Art and Science, Hand in Hand: Learn how to harmonize your medical know-how with a creative approach to excel in aesthetics.

[09:34] Bypassing Roadblocks: Uncover the common obstacles doctors face when venturing into aesthetics and how to conquer them.

[14:28] Aesthetics Startup 101: Getting off on the right foot in your aesthetics journey.

[17:00] Breaking Free from Perfectionism: How to evolve your doctor’s precision into entrepreneurial agility.

[19:52] Imposter Syndrome Unveiled: Strategies to stand tall and confident in your new endeavor.

[23:26] Full-time Transition: Identifying who can benefit most from a complete switch to aesthetics.

[27:54] Next Steps: Summing up and guiding you on how to catapult into action.

 

Standout Quotes


“Most doctors are looking for more opportunities that do not take a lot of energy and can enable them to get another form of income alongside what they do in their career.” - Dr Abeyna [02:28]
 “When getting into aesthetics, start with what you want and what you feel you can achieve. In the end, it’s about profits and the business you have built.”- Dr Subha Punj [15:17]
“When venturing into a business outside medicine, your mindset and mentality has to shift. You have to go in with an open mind.”- Dr Sieuming [17:22]
“It doesn’t matter how many mistakes you make, as long as you learn from them. Rule of the thumb is, never allow a mistake go to waste.”- Dr Sieuming [19:10]

 

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ABOUT THE HOST

Dr Abeyna Bubbers-Jones is a practising medical doctor and Founder of Medic Footprints: the global platform connecting doctors with diverse career opportunities beyond conventional medicine.

Her mission is to dramatically elevate health outcomes in the world by connecting 1 million doctors with diverse careers by 2030.

Continually exploring her own path off the medical treadmill, she has developed a wealth of expertise in specialist recruitment connecting industry & health tech companies with talented doctors, whilst supporting & coaching doctors in their own career development and wellbeing.

She is an award-winning entrepreneur, Consultant Occupational Health Physician, BBC Expert Voice, Public Speaker, Musician and not-so-good boulderer!

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Medical Affairs for doctors can be one of the excellent ways to enter into pharma. This role essentially involves translating your clinical data into patient outcomes. It ensures that healthcare providers have access to the latest information about the drug, including clinical trial data and safety information. 

But how do you get into Medical Affairs as a doctor? What steps can you take to prepare and distinguish yourself for this job during the application and interview process?

In this episode of the Disrupting Doctors Career podcast, we are joined by Dr Mayur R Joshi,  a UK-trained Consultant Pharmaceutical Physician. Dr Joshi talks about medical affairs for doctors and how that can be an entry point to pharma.

If you are a doctor looking to transition into the pharma sector, tune in and gain insights into how medical affairs can serve as a valuable entry point. You will learn about the skills and knowledge required to make this transition successfully.

 

What You Will Learn:


[00:01] Intro and what in for you in today’s show 
[00:26] Dr Mayur Joshi’s explanation of what ‘medical affairs’ is
[05:17] What you need to know if considering medical affairs as your entry to pharma
[07:46] Accessing if what you have learned will help the pharma industry
[11:18] The proper positioning for doctors for the medical affairs interviews
[13:08] Episode wrap-up and next steps

 

Standout Quotes:


“Medical affairs, simply, entails translating your clinical data into patient outcomes.” - Dr Joshi [00:56]
 “Always know if what you have done is going to be valuable for a pharma company as you attend their hiring interviews.”- Dr. Abeyna [07:47]

 

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ABOUT THE HOST

Dr Abeyna Bubbers-Jones is a practising medical doctor and Founder of Medic Footprints: the global platform connecting doctors with diverse career opportunities beyond conventional medicine.

Her mission is to dramatically elevate health outcomes in the world by connecting 1 million doctors with diverse careers by 2030.

Continually exploring her own path off the medical treadmill, she has developed a wealth of expertise in specialist recruitment connecting industry & health tech companies with talented doctors, whilst supporting & coaching doctors in their own career development and wellbeing.

She is an award-winning entrepreneur, Consultant Occupational Health Physician, BBC Expert Voice, Public Speaker, Musician and not-so-good boulderer!

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How can doctors get into Medtech?

Don't miss our Doctors in Medtech Roundtable on Weds 13th September >>

https://medicfootprints.org/events/doctors-in-medtech-2023/

In this episode of the Disrupting Doctors Career podcast, we are joined by Nemanja Kovačev, a consultant orthopaedic surgeon and a healthcare and life-science practice lead at a global health tech and life science company, HTEC Group. In the conversation, we talk about how, as a doctor, you can stand out amongst hundreds of applications that MedTech companies get and understand where your value lies when it comes to contributing to the MedTech community.

If you are a doctor looking to transition into MedTech, this episode is for you. Tune in and get valuable insights on how you can prepare and position yourself for opportunities in the right kind of MedTech companies.

 

What You Will Learn:


[00:01] Intro and what’s in for you in today’s show 
[02:53] The avenues available for doctors as entry points to MedTech 
[04:09] How a doctor can get into programming and how that can lead to a career in MedTech 
[05:47] What the HTEC Group saw in Nemanja that was so attractive to them
[07:33] Nemanja’s advice to doctors who are scared of changing specialities and starting from zero
[13:09] How to articulate the value you bring as a doctor in the MedTech community
[17:01] Telling your story and learning how to sell yourself with clarity 
[19:34] What H Tech Group looks for in a CV when hiring doctors for MedTech roles
[22:07] How to make it easy for recruiters to read the essential info in your CV that they should not miss
[24:44] How to prepare your mindset to work in MedTech environments 
[31:03] Nemanja’s final recommendations to doctors looking to transition into MedTech
[32:32] Episode wrap-up and call to action

 

Standout Quotes:


“The ability to look at a problem from two sides, from an engineering and medical perspective, brings value to companies if they are in MedTech and health tech .” - Nemanja Kovačev [06:16]
 “Even if you want to do only consulting, you need to put some effort into understanding the way the health system functions in different markets; it is not enough that you offer only your practice knowledge.”- Nemanja Kovačev [11:00]
“You need to talk to yourself and understand why you want to leave medicine as a whole, or you want to leave medicine part-time; sometimes we are just in a burnout and just need a break, not to transition fully.”- Nemanja Kovačev [15:22]
”Selling yourself is about making it easy for the recruiter or the hiring manager to make a decision about you; if you don’t make it easy for them to make a decision, you can’t get a call.”- Dr Abeyna [18:47]
‘A lot of MedTech companies are different, but it is all about flexibility, openness, understanding the commercial and cultural aspects, and doing your homework so that you can get through the recruitment process and transition to the environment if you get a job.” - Dr Abeyna [27:24]

 

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TRANSFORM YOUR CAREER WITH ME AND MORE.

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ABOUT THE HOST

Dr Abeyna Bubbers-Jones is a practising medical doctor and Founder of Medic Footprints: the global platform connecting doctors with diverse career opportunities beyond conventional medicine.

Her mission is to dramatically elevate health outcomes in the world by connecting 1 million doctors with diverse careers by 2030.

Continually exploring her own path off the medical treadmill, s

If you are looking for financial stability in your next career move as a doctor then this is an episode not to be missed as Dr Anna Klepchukova, Chief Medical Officer of Flo Health joins us to discuss alternative careers for Doctors that pay well.

Is being a doctor worth it? This is a question that often arises when considering a career in medicine. The path to becoming a doctor requires immense dedication, years of rigorous education, and an unwavering commitment. However, being a doctor offers a wide range of opportunities beyond traditional medical practice. These opportunities include engaging in research, developing products, working in health tech, and even venturing into entrepreneurship. Whether or not being a doctor is worth it ultimately depends on individual perspectives, passion, and various factors.

In this episode of the Disrupting Doctors Career podcast, Dr Mariane Melo shares valuable insights on how she has leveraged her medical background to build a diverse career. As a clinical doctor, entrepreneur, and chief medical officer of Dem DX, she demonstrates how being a doctor can open doors to diverse opportunities beyond traditional clinical practice. Dr Melo's story highlights the importance of finding and nurturing one's passion within the medical field, even in the face of challenges.

If you are considering getting into medicine or are in medicine and you’re wondering if it’s worth it, this episode is for you. Dr Mariane Melo's experiences and perspectives shed light on the rewards and challenges of being a clinician. By understanding how she has remained passionate about her roles despite the obstacles, you will gain valuable insights and guidance for your own journey in medicine.

 

What You Will Learn:


[00:01] Intro and what in for you in today’s show 
[03:10] When Dr Mariane started diversifying her career and why
[06:39] How Dr Mariane to registered with the general medical council and got her degrees recognised in the UK
[09:08] How Dr Mariane became a doctor entrepreneur and what it took 
[11:58] The perception of being a doctor and an entrepreneur in Brazil Vs. UK
[14:24] How being a doctor influenced Dr Mariane's diverse career path
[16:32] How Dr Mariane juggles both entrepreneurship and practising medicine
[23:30] Access to health care and what Dem DX is doing to address this problem with technology  
[27:05] Dr Mariane's perspective on shortening the medical degree to address the shortage in the workforce
[30:00] The roles that Dr Mariane feels have more influence on the NHS health system 
[36:26] Dr Mariane's advice to upcoming and potential doctors wondering if it’s worth it  
[40:19] How to reach out and connect with Dr Mariane

 

Standout Quotes:


“If you want to develop innovation for Healthcare, you need to be a Healthcare professional and integrated into the system.” - Dr Mariane [15:09]
 “It’s difficult to influence the system as a doctor but it’s easier to influence the system as an entrepreneur, but it’s also not an easy task.”- Dr Mariane [13:52]
“Making a change, a difference and an impact is not just about the one-to-one, it’s also about the bigger picture and how we can help the larger society.”- Dr Abeyna [33:50]
“In the past studying medicine and becoming a doctor was something that would be financially worth it; you knew you would have a good job and a good salary, which is not true anymore.’- Dr Mariane [36:52]
“If you really like medicine and you're interested in health, it is worth pursuing it; it’s such a privilege to be a doctor; it is the one professional you can be grounded and understand people's reality.”- Dr Mariane [38:18]

 

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Working as a consultant in the health tech industry can be highly rewarding, but it requires a significant mindset shift from the traditional role of a doctor. To succeed in working for yourself, embracing a productive and autonomous mindset is essential.

As a consultant, you have the freedom to work independently and create your own path. This autonomy allows you to determine your worth and negotiate your desired compensation. The sense of control and the ability to start projects from scratch is empowering aspects of being a consultant.

In this episode of Disrupting Doctors Career podcast, Dr Alice McGee, a health tech consultant with a wealth of knowledge in the space, shares valuable insights on how doctors can venture into health tech consulting and how to get started.

By expanding your knowledge and skills beyond the conventional medical field, you open yourself up to a broader range of opportunities and challenges that facilitate personal growth.

If you aspire to enter the health tech industry or embark on a consulting career within this field, this episode will provide you with valuable guidance. Discover how to overcome the barrier of skillsets and reposition yourself as a doctor so that you can access the best opportunities, often not widely advertised. Listen and learn how to carve your path in health tech consulting.

 

What You Will Learn:


[00:01] Intro and what in for you in today’s show 
[01:53] What inspired Dr McGee Into the health tech space
[08:54] Dr McGee's research and reach-out strategy that gave her wins
[12:48] Factors to take into consideration when doing unpaid or paid roles
[15:04] The non-monetary benefits that Dr McGee got from her unpaid roles
[17:24] How networking helped Dr McGee to find great opportunities
[20:12] What a clinical safety officer is and why it is important 
[23:52] The appetite among health tech companies for clinicians
[24:43] How Dr McGee's weekly work routine looks like 
[32:47] Dr McGee's personal benefits from working independently as a doctor consultant 
[40:19] Things to consider if you're planning to get to the consulting space
[42:56] Premium pricing and how to set yourself up from the beginning  
[44:23] Tips for doctors who are looking to go down the consulting path in health tech
[46:04] Why it is important to find your niche in the health tech consulting space 
[48:21] Dr McGee's perspective on expertise and getting comfortable with being an expert 
[51:17] How to reach out and connect with Dr McGee

 

Standout Quotes:


“It is very important to have boundaries, however as doctors and clinicians we are a 100% invested in a lot of things that we do, especially if we are passionate about them and it is very easy to fall into the trap of doing unpaid work and not getting recognised for what you are doing.” -  Dr McGee [12:52]
 “It is always important to think beyond the cash transactions, because there other things of value that could be equivalent to cash that can take you further down the line.”- Dr Abeyna [14:19]
“Having a really good network leads to so many opportunities because people will like and share post with the information you need.”- Dr McGee [14:45]
“The most beautiful thing about working as an independent consultant is that you learn so much, you challenge yourself in different ways, and you grow as a person.’- Dr McGee [14:45]

 

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TRANSFORM YOUR CAREER WITH ME AND MORE.

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ABOUT THE HOST

Dr Abeyna Bubbe