Heroes of Healthcare Tim Fischer

In this episode, Dr. Gregory Charlop, MD shares his journey from an aspiring rock star to becoming a pediatric anesthesiologist. 


Listeners will learn about…
How passions and interests can influence career choices.The rigorous pathway to becoming a physician, including the realities of medical school, residency, and the optional fellowship training.The benefits of alternative career models like locum tenens for achieving work-life balance and greater control over personal schedules.Effective strategies for preventing burnout and enhancing quality of life.

In this episode, Tim is joined by Anne Anderson, a seasoned expert in the locum tenens industry, to explore the world of temporary healthcare staffing. With over three decades of experience, Anne delves into how locum tenens has reshaped the healthcare landscape, offering flexibility to healthcare professionals and ensuring communities receive the care they need.

Tim and Anne also discuss:
 Anne's unexpected journey from an office manager to a leading figure in healthcare staffingThe evolution of locum tenens from a niche solution to a vital component of healthcare deliveryThe importance of adaptability and work-life balance in healthcare for patients and providersThe personal stories of impact and resilience she's encountered along the way
TAKEAWAYSEmbracing locum tenens as a career path can offer healthcare professionals unprecedented flexibility and work-life balance, which is crucial for their mental well-being and long-term career satisfaction.The growth of locum tenens in the healthcare industry demonstrates the importance of adaptive staffing solutions in meeting the evolving needs of healthcare facilities and ensuring care continuity.Working in various healthcare settings as a locum tenens professional broadens your clinical skills and enhances your adaptability to different work environments and patient needs.Locum tenens is essential for addressing healthcare disparities, ensuring communities have access to quality healthcare services regardless of geographic or economic barriers.

In this episode, we explore the significant challenges and strategies in physician recruitment with Carey Goryl, CEO of AAPPR. The discussion focuses on AAPPR's efforts to support healthcare organizations in finding, onboarding, and keeping the best physicians. Listeners will learn about:
AAPPR's key role in tackling the physician shortage and ensuring healthcare organizations have access to talented professionals.The impact of physician shortages on healthcare, including the effects on patient care and the need for a diverse healthcare workforce.Carey’s insights on leadership and culture within healthcare organizations, and their influence on recruitment and retention efforts.

We need to make sure our physicians are qualified, but there’s always room for ensuring that the certification process honors the needs and realities of today’s medical and healthcare landscape.

This week, Tim Fischer speaks with Karen Schatten, Associate Director of the National Board of Physician and Surgeons. Karen brings a sincere passion for addressing physician burnout, dissatisfaction with traditional certification pathways, and supporting the goal of lifelong learning among all healthcare professionals. She delves into how patients across the country are affected by a status quo that too often fails to keep physicians focused on their patients—or fails to keep them in the medical field altogether.

Join us as we discuss:The origin story for the National Board of Physicians and SurgeonsWhy it’s vital for credentialing bodies and hospital administrations recognize and accept varied certification pathwaysThe problem with valuing the dollar over the dataHow to ensure that administrative processes and requirements are adding true value

A pediatric neurosurgeon, his young patients, and their stories of grace and resilience.

Olivia Reed sits down with pediatric neurosurgeon Dr. Jay Wellons to discuss his book “All That Moves Us” and his deeply moving personal experiences caring for children. Today Dr. Jay shares stories from his 21 years in the field and the resilience he has witnessed in his young patients.

Olivia and Jay Discuss: Dr. Wellons' journey to writing "All That Moves Us" after experiencing his own medical crisis, a memorable emergency helicopter transport that saved a young girl's life, and the emotional highs and lows of being a pediatric neurosurgeon.

In this episode, Ted dives deep with special guest Corey Feist, and Dr. Stefanie Simmons, from the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation, and Tim Fischer of Jackson + Coker Locum Tenens to talk about their new partnership. They also focus on the critical issue of mental health and well-being in the healthcare industry, which boldly addresses these challenges through awareness, advocacy, and innovative solutions.

Ted, Corey, Stephanie, and Tim also discuss…The tragic inspiration behind the Foundation's missionThe importance of shifting from a transactional approach to a supportive relationship with healthcare workersThe impact of leadership on workforce well-being and patient careThe role of the Foundation in advocating for legislative improvements