TimeOut With The SportsDr. Podcast

Dr. Derrick Burgess
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I'm Dr Derrick Burgess, board certified Orthopedic Surgeon and Sportsmedicine specialist, and host of TimeOut With The SportsDr Podcast. This is the show where life, sports and medicine intersect! Are you a young professional who is successful but not fulfilled? Are you interested in changing the trajectory of your family for future generations? Do you feel that everything you know about money is just enough to keep you caught in the rat race? If you answer yes to any of these questions, this podcast is for you. Join in every week to gain practical tips about how to strengthen your mindset, grow your assets and achieve the level of success that you desire. I want to share what I've learned and been able to accomplish with you. Because,….if I can do it, you can too!...

  1. Filling the Gaps of Mental Health Awareness with NAMI

    1D AGO

    Filling the Gaps of Mental Health Awareness with NAMI

    Real transformation does not begin in moments of certainty, but in spaces where people are willing to confront what has long been unspoken. It starts when silence is broken by honesty, and when struggles that were once hidden are finally acknowledged with care instead of judgment. For many, those unspoken realities live beneath the pressure to perform, achieve, and appear strong at all times. Yet behind every expectation are human experiences that do not disappear when ignored. They surface in stress, exhaustion, and moments where support is most needed but often hardest to ask for. This is why community matters. Environments that value both excellence and well-being create room for people to be fully seen. Mentorship, care, and consistent support remind individuals that they are not meant to carry everything alone. When mental health resources are accessible, awareness becomes action. Support systems help turn silence into language and struggle into something that can be addressed early, not endured in isolation. In the end, transformation is not only about growth, but about being supported in the process of becoming. When people are met with understanding, healing becomes possible and lasting. In this episode with Daniel Gillison Jr., I will reflect on the significance of Easter as a time of faith, family, and renewal, while sharing a powerful conversation recorded live from the HBCU End Zone experience in San Francisco. Together, we explore the impact of the HBCU journey, the importance of mentorship, and how environments rooted in care and belief can shape future leaders. We also discuss the critical role of mental health awareness, breaking stigma, and creating accessible support systems through the work of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). Tune in as we unpack the connection between faith, family, HBCU culture, and mental health awareness.  "Mentorship… someone saw something in me and had a suggestion that I go apply for this internship and that internship turned into a job. That would never have happened if someone did not take the time to look at me and see me for who I was." – Daniel Gillison Jr. Topics Covered: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:01:37) Welcoming our guest, Daniel Gillison Jr. (00:02:45) HBCU experience shaping life's path (00:05:42) Mentorship as a career catalyst (00:07:29) HBCUs: Where challenge builds grit and purpose (00:11:22) NAMI: Making mental health visible and supported early (00:13:19) Mental health: Breaking stigma, embracing strength (00:14:32) Mental health beyond physical recovery (00:16:50) Mental health support through consistency and care (00:17:47) Student-athlete isolation and pressure in HBCUs (00:19:45) HBCUs: A lifelong transformative experience Key Takeaways:   "People don't care how much you know until they know how much you care."– Daniel Gillison Jr. "It's an area of strength to talk about that I'm not doing OK."– Daniel Gillison Jr. "Our real objective is for every individual living with mental illness to live a full and fulfilling life."– Daniel Gillison Jr. "What's happening above the shoulders is invisible until something occurs." – Dr. Derrick Burgess About the Guest Mr. Daniel Gillison Jr. is the CEO of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization. A Southern University alumnus and former tennis scholar-athlete, he draws from his HBCU experience and upbringing in Washington, D.C. to speak on resilience, mentorship, and the realities students face in high-pressure environments. He leads national efforts to reduce mental health stigma, expand early intervention, and improve access to care, especially within Black communities. Through partnerships with HBCUs and the Divine Nine, including "NAMI on Campus," he champions consistent, judgment-free mental health support and real-time resources for students. Connect with Mr. Daniel Gillison Jr.: Website: https://www.nami.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/NAMICommunicate/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-gillison/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/NAMIvideo Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess: Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.derrickburgess243 Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com Other Links: https://www.hbcuendzone.org/about This episode of TimeOut with the SportsDr. is produced by Podcast VAs Philippines - the team that helps podcasters effectively launch and manage their podcasts, so we don't have to. Record, share, and repeat! Podcast VAs PH gives me back my time, so I can focus on the core functions of my business. Need expert help with your podcast? Go to www.podcastvasph.com.

    21 min
  2. Protecting Your Financial Future

    MAR 23

    Protecting Your Financial Future

    Success in medicine is often seen as reaching the next milestone, matching into residency, securing the right program, and moving forward on a carefully planned path. Yet the journey does not always unfold the way it was expected. For some, Match Week brings celebration. For others, it brings uncertainty. Both experiences are part of the same process, and neither defines the final outcome. What matters is the ability to keep going. A delay does not mean denial, and a different path does not mean a lesser one. Many careers are shaped not by perfect timing, but by persistence, adaptability, and the willingness to stay committed even when the outcome is unclear. Caring for others can often overshadow the need to care for oneself. Financial stability is frequently overlooked, yet it plays a key role in long-term well-being. Consistent tax planning, smart investing, and protecting income help build a strong foundation for both career and life. Growth is not just about earning more, but about making intentional decisions with what is earned. Starting early and staying consistent allows small actions to create lasting impact. In this episode of Time Out with the Sports Doctor, we reflect on the emotional highs and lows of Match Week as we congratulate medical students stepping into their next chapter and encourage those facing setbacks to stay the course. This episode brings together a compilation of conversations focused on financial wellness for physicians, including tax planning, investing, protecting income, and building long-term wealth. We also highlight why financial education matters just as much as clinical training, and why preparation, intentional decisions, and choosing quality over quantity can shape both career and future.  "To build generational wealth, you have to invest your money, protect your money, and protect your ability to make an income." – Dr. Derrick Burgess Topics Covered: (00:00:00) Introduction  (00:02:37) The long path of medical training (00:03:23) Protecting income, assets, and future wealth (00:04:40) Tax planning as a year-round strategy (00:06:20) Quality over quantity in business and investing (00:07:47) Creating value through detail and storytelling (00:09:17) Advertisement: Struggling with your finances as a young physician? Doc2Doc Lending is here for you. Founded by doctors, we offer loans tailored to your unique career path, crediting your certifications and specialty training. Visit https://www.doc2doclending.com/ today. (00:11:13) Starting early with retirement and investing (00:13:31) Building wealth with purpose (00:15:30) Investment basics and due diligence (00:18:07) Protecting your ability to work (00:20:05) Disability insurance and mental health coverage (00:20:54) Bonus depreciation and tax updates (00:23:23) Final reminders on preparation and intentional growth  Key Takeaways:   "The reason why you studied late and worked hard is so you could choose and have as much control over your future as possible." "We get into this specialty to help other people, and many times we forget about taking care of ourselves." "When your attention is divided, the product is going to suffer and the customer care is going to suffer." "Your retirement is closer than you think, and you have to start taking steps now. If not, you might have to work until you cannot work any longer." "Time in the market matters more than timing the market." "He who understands compound interest earns it, and he who doesn't pays it." "If you don't plan your tax strategy correctly, it can erode all of the benefits you accumulate." "Financial freedom is the ability to do whatever you want, when you want, with the people you love." "If you lose your ability to take care of patients, you can lose your job and your ability to take care of your family. You have to protect your ability to do your job and take care of your family." Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess: Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.derrickburgess243 Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com Other Links: https://www.hbcuendzone.org/about This episode of TimeOut with the SportsDr. is produced by Podcast VAs Philippines - the team that helps podcasters effectively launch and manage their podcasts, so we don't have to. Record, share, and repeat! Podcast VAs PH gives me back my time, so I can focus on the core functions of my business. Need expert help with your podcast? Go to www.podcastvasph.com.

    24 min
  3. Right Here…You WIN

    MAR 9

    Right Here…You WIN

    Victory is not only found at the finish line. It often happens in the moment you decide to keep showing up. There are seasons when energy feels low after long stretches of work, travel, or unexpected setbacks. In those moments, it can feel easier to step back. Yet returning to the work and being present in spaces connected to your purpose can help bring back clarity. The journey rarely moves in a straight line. There are periods of progress, periods of delay, and moments that test commitment. Mentors, peers, and community often play an important role along the way. Their presence and perspective can help keep the work moving forward. Setbacks can make it seem like progress has stopped, but they often become part of the process. Each step forward, even when the outcome is uncertain, reflects a decision to continue. That is the idea behind the phrase "right here you win." Winning is not only about the final result. It is also found in the choice to keep going and stay engaged with the work in front of you. In this episode of Time Out with the Sports Doctor, recorded from the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery conference in New Orleans, Dr. Derrick reflects on more than twenty years of attending the meeting that helped shape his career. He talks about reconnecting with mentors, reflecting on the journey that led him into orthopedic surgery, and the value of community in a field where representation remains limited. He also shares lessons from sports and coaching that continue to shape his mindset today. The message is simple: keep going—because right here, you win. "You have to figure out what fills your cup, what re-energizes you, and what brings you back to that central focus of your 'why', why you continue to push through the adversity and overcome the things that you've done." – Dr. Derrick Burgess Topics Covered: (00:00:00) Introduction  (00:01:13) Show up anyway  (00:01:58) Finding what refills your cup (00:02:39) Mentors shaped the journey in medicine  (00:03:45) Continuing the journey despite disappointments (00:05:50) The lack of diversity in orthopedic surgery  (00:07:00) Advertisement: Struggling with your finances as a young physician? Doc2Doc Lending is here for you. Founded by doctors, we offer loans tailored to your unique career path, crediting your certifications and specialty training. Visit https://www.doc2doclending.com/ today. (00:08:58) Reconnecting with mentors and peers (00:09:49) Why sharing failures matters as much as sharing success  (00:10:36) The value of tough but supportive coaching  (00:11:53) "Right here you win"  (00:13:18) You only lose if you quit (00:14:02) Final encouragement Key Takeaways:   "When people see you where you are, they think you've always been here. But it's the journey, the up and down, the failures, the setbacks that make people relate to your story." "You need people in your corner, people in your circle that remind you… right here you win." "If you truly believe that all things are working for your good, then you play the game differently. You play with a higher level of confidence, you go after those challenges, you take the setbacks and you keep going, because in the end you will win." "The only way that you don't win is if you quit." Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess: Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.derrickburgess243 Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com Other Links: https://www.hbcuendzone.org/about This episode of TimeOut with the SportsDr. is produced by Podcast VAs Philippines - the team that helps podcasters effectively launch and manage their podcasts, so we don't have to. Record, share, and repeat! Podcast VAs PH gives me back my time, so I can focus on the core functions of my business. Need expert help with your podcast? Go to www.podcastvasph.com.

    15 min
  4. How to Maximize Every Moment

    FEB 23

    How to Maximize Every Moment

    Big moments rarely happen by accident. What looks like an overnight opportunity is usually built on years of saying yes, showing up, and doing the work when no one is watching. Long before doors open and attention follows, there are days of preparation that do not get noticed. There are small decisions to stay with the work even when results are not clear. It is easy to focus on the moment when things finally come together, but the real story is often in the steady work that made that moment possible. Many people think success is about who you know or being in the right place at the right time. Those things matter, but they are not the whole story. Opportunity often meets people who are already moving, already serving, and already building something with purpose. They are not waiting for a chance to appear. They are getting ready for it. Growth does not come from chasing attention. It comes from choosing work that matters, building real relationships, and staying committed to the process. Over time, those choices shape both the work and the person doing it. And when new doors open, it is not because of luck, but because the groundwork has already been laid. In this episode, I'm taking you behind the scenes of three unforgettable days in San Francisco with HBCU Endzone and sharing the lessons that stayed with me long after the trip ended. This Super Bowl postgame reflection goes beyond the game and into meaningful conversations with students, a powerful sit-down with NAMI CEO Daniel Gillison Jr., and a moving talk with Hall of Famer Harry Carson about men's health and prostate cancer. Along the way, I share why purpose will always matter more than hype and how real impact is built through follow-through, collaboration, and genuine connection. If you've ever wondered how a single conversation can open the door to something bigger, this episode is for you. "Some people will hover around the green room for the opportunity to get a selfie, when the true meat and potatoes are being served in the main auditorium." – Dr. Derrick Burgess Topics Covered: (00:00:00) Introduction  (00:00:26) Welcome to TimeOut with the SportsDr. Podcast (00:01:21) How HBCU Endzone opened doors and why mission matters (00:04:19) Feeling out of place and choosing the path less traveled (00:05:34) Why real connections matter more than selfies (00:06:39) The danger of chasing access instead of value (00:07:00) What football taught about fighting life's hardest battles (00:09:50) Advertisement: Struggling with your finances as a young physician? Doc2Doc Lending is here for you. Founded by doctors, we offer loans tailored to your unique career path, crediting your certifications and specialty training. Visit https://www.doc2doclending.com/ today. (00:14:10) The power of being poured into by a mentor (00:13:53) Using events to serve a bigger cause (00:15:14) How NAMI supports families and young people with mental illness  (00:16:32) The value of access  (00:18:11) Why real connections matter more than quick meetups  (00:18:47) Tip #1: Follow-up as the difference-maker (00:19:18) Tip #2: Acting on the conversation, not just having it (00:20:21) Tip #3: Adding value by connecting people  (00:21:28) Follow-through turns contacts into opportunities  Key Takeaways:   "I connected with some amazing people who are really making moves behind the scenes that for me is really more important than being able to get a selfie with somebody for just a second to say that I met them." "When someone's able to sit down and really just speak life over your vision… what you're doing is meaningful, what you're doing is impactful." "I feel that the power of collaboration is even stronger than being able to just try to do things on your own." "When you're able to help others, that makes it easier for you to be a part of other organizations as well." "My main tip for you would be to follow through, make that connection." Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess: Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.derrickburgess243 Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com Other Links: https://www.hbcuendzone.org/about This episode of TimeOut with the SportsDr. is produced by Podcast VAs Philippines - the team that helps podcasters effectively launch and manage their podcasts, so we don't have to. Record, share, and repeat! Podcast VAs PH gives me back my time, so I can focus on the core functions of my business. Need expert help with your podcast? Go to www.podcastvasph.com.

    24 min
  5. How to Turn God-Given Talent Into Earned Results

    FEB 9

    How to Turn God-Given Talent Into Earned Results

    Success often looks like a sudden breakthrough, but most of the time it is the result of years of quiet effort that no one sees. We are quick to call it luck, timing, or talent, because it feels easier than acknowledging the discipline, the repetition, and the long seasons of showing up without guarantees. Yet behind every meaningful achievement is a story of persistence, preparation, and choosing to keep going when progress feels slow. Many people believe talent is the deciding factor. If someone is gifted, success should come naturally. If someone struggles, maybe they are just not built for it. But real life rarely works that way. Skill is built through effort. Progress is earned through consistency. And the ability to sustain success comes from grit, not just natural ability. This episode reflects on a five-year journey from learning how to start a podcast to receiving Super Bowl credentials, and what that path reveals about growth. Drawing from the idea that "effort counts twice," we unpack the difference between talent and skill, why hard work compounds over time, and how showing up, investing in yourself, and surrounding yourself with the right people changes what is possible. If you are building something and wondering if the work is worth it, this conversation is a reminder that grit, not just talent, is what turns potential into real progress. "Without effort, your talent is merely unmet potential. Without effort, your skill is what could be done but has not been done. With effort, your talent becomes skill, and effort makes that skill very productive." – Dr. Derrick Burgess Topics Covered: (00:00:00) Introduction  (00:00:30) Suzette's birthday and Black History Month (00:01:49) From Super Bowl fan to media credentials (00:02:54) Luck vs preparation in success (00:04:00) Grit and why "effort counts twice" (00:05:52) The danger of relying on "gifted" labels (00:06:30) Advertisement: Struggling with your finances as a young physician? Doc2Doc Lending is here for you. Founded by doctors, we offer loans tailored to your unique career path, crediting your certifications and specialty training. Visit https://www.doc2doclending.com/ today. (00:09:06) The act of becoming: Talented vs. Strivers  (00:10:24) Making skill achieve results (00:11:53) A warning against relying on talent alone (00:12:56) Effort turns potential into results (00:13:40) Final encouragement  Key Takeaways:   "Talent does not trump everything else." "In the long run, you have to be more than talented to achieve at a high level and sustain that level of achievement." "Talent times effort equals skill, and skill times effort equals achievement." "Skill is developed over countless hours and hours of practicing your craft." "It's not just continuing to show up to do the same thing the same way over and over again. It's continuing to critique yourself. Continue to surround yourself with people that are doing it on a higher level than you are." Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess: Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.derrickburgess243 Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com Other Links: https://www.hbcuendzone.org/about This episode of TimeOut with the SportsDr. is produced by Podcast VAs Philippines - the team that helps podcasters effectively launch and manage their podcasts, so we don't have to. Record, share, and repeat! Podcast VAs PH gives me back my time, so I can focus on the core functions of my business. Need expert help with your podcast? Go to www.podcastvasph.com.

    15 min
  6. Faith After Failure

    JAN 26

    Faith After Failure

    Failure feels heavy because we are taught to see it as an endpoint.  Many of us learned early that failure means something is wrong with us. We learned that mistakes close doors and that setbacks are proof we should not try again. But that is not the truth. Failure is often the beginning of a different story. It stretches us in ways success never could. It teaches skill, courage, and patience. It becomes the soil where grit takes root. Most people fear failure because they fear being seen. They fear the silence after disappointment. They fear the comments, the comparisons, and the quiet feeling of not being enough. Yet the people we call successful are rarely the ones who never fell. They are the ones who kept standing up, even when no one was watching, even when the outcome was uncertain, and even when quitting felt safer than hoping again. This is why reframing failure matters. Failure is feedback. It is the voice that says try again with more wisdom. It exposes what we could not see and reveals what we need next. It removes the illusion that perfection is required for progress. And with time, it builds something far more valuable than a clean track record. It builds a resilient heart In this episode, we explore the principles of "failing forward," inspired by John Maxwell's book and shaped by years of real experiences including missed opportunities, hard lessons, delayed wins, and the uncomfortable work of taking responsibility. We redefine its meaning, separate identity from outcome, learn to act before fear takes over, and build persistence when quitting feels easier. If you are building something new, changing direction, leading a team, or simply trying to grow, this conversation offers a mindset shift that removes the shame from failing and restores the purpose in trying.  "If you're trying not to fail, you're probably gonna try not to succeed. You have to be willing to fail." - Dr. Derrick Burgess Topics Covered: (00:00:00)  Introduction (00:01:43) How society teaches us to fear failure (00:02:26) "Failing Forward" by John Maxwell (00:04:33) Step 1: How achievers view failure (00:06:39) Step 2: Redefining failure (00:07:29) Step 3: Remove you from failure (00:09:01) Step 4: Take action to reduce fear (00:09:37) Step 5: Accepting responsibility for change (00:11:05) Advertisement: Struggling with your finances as a young physician? Doc2Doc Lending is here for you. Founded by doctors, we offer loans tailored to your unique career path, crediting your certifications and specialty training. Visit https://www.doc2doclending.com/ today. (00:12:54) Step 6: Protecting yourself from outside negativity (00:14:00) Step 7: Leaving yesterday behind (00:14:47) Step 8: Change yourself, not the world around you (00:15:26) Step 9: Serve others instead of comparing (00:16:22) Step 10: Finding the good in bad experiences (00:18:24) Step 11: If you succeed, try something harder (00:18:44) Step 12: Turning bad experiences into good lessons (00:18:51) Step 13: Working on weaknesses that weaken you (00:20:10) Step 14: The small gap between success and failure (00:21:39) Step 15: Get up, get over it, and keep going Key Takeaways:   "The longer the fear remains unchecked, the harder the person has to work to break the cycle." "If you're focused on not making mistakes, you're probably gonna be limited." "Failure is a price you have to pay to achieve success.""You're not as bad as your worst day and you're not as good as your best day." "The more you look back, the less time you have to look forward.""A winner knows how much he still has to learn even when he's considered an expert." Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess: Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.derrickburgess243 Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com Other Links: https://www.hbcuendzone.org/about This episode of TimeOut with the SportsDr. is produced by Podcast VAs Philippines - the team that helps podcasters effectively launch and manage their podcasts, so we don't have to. Record, share, and repeat! Podcast VAs PH gives me back my time, so I can focus on the core functions of my business. Need expert help with your podcast? Go to www.podcastvasph.com.

    24 min
  7. When Small Steps Shape a Greater Story

    JAN 12

    When Small Steps Shape a Greater Story

    Efficiency starts the journey. Purpose gives it direction. Grit carries it forward. A new year often makes us believe everything resets at once. We make lists, set resolutions, and hope that change comes with the calendar. But real change does not come from the date. It comes from how we choose to use our time. The end of 2025 showed that being busy is not the same as making progress. It is easy to measure success by how many boxes we check, yet growth is not only found in achievement. Growth happens when new opportunities show up, when relationships open doors, and when we discover goals we did not even know we wanted. Progress changes us along the way, and that change often matters more than the goal itself. This is why efficiency matters. Efficiency is about choosing purpose over distraction. It is about doing what matters instead of doing more. When a list feels overwhelming, the hardest part is starting. Action always moves us farther than overthinking. In this episode, I'm kicking off 2026 with a reset, a reflection, and a reminder that goals don't work without systems. After taking a much-needed break at the end of 2025, I'm sharing why efficiency is my word for the year, how I'm approaching goals differently, and why small daily actions matter more than big resolutions. I also share how a Super Bowl trip became a panel opportunity, and what that taught me about collaboration and faith. If you're setting goals for the new year, this episode offers simple mindset shifts to help you get started. "Potential is a lot of stored-up energy and possibilities. Purpose is when you start to execute and make the impact you want on others and on the world." - Dr. Derrick Burgess Topics Covered: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:42) Rest and mental reset (00:02:50) Refilling your cup when life keeps moving (00:03:29) Why "efficiency" matters (00:04:52) Systems over goals (00:06:07) Advertisement: Struggling with your finances as a young physician? Doc2Doc Lending is here for you. Founded by doctors, we offer loans tailored to your unique career path, crediting your certifications and specialty training. Visit https://www.doc2doclending.com/ today. (00:08:03) Seeing the Super Bowl in a new way (00:10:28) Personal brand creates new opportunities (00:12:47) Using skills to help others in new spaces (00:13:29) Seeing opportunities as blessings (00:15:39) Growth brings challenges (00:16:01) Giving yourself grace while learning (00:16:35) Success comes from sticking through hard times Key Takeaways:   "When you surround yourself with good people, and when you do the best that you can do and become the expert in your field, opportunities will open up." "You have to take a step back to fill your cup especially when you're feeding others at all times, you have to make sure that you are being fed as well." "We're all given 24 hours of a day, but it's amazing what some people can accomplish versus what others will accomplish with that same amount of time." "If you don't get started, then you just look at that list and it continues to get bigger and bigger and even more overwhelming." "If you don't change, then your outcomes probably won't change." "The small things, the actions, the day to day actions, will lead to the big victories." "Most organizations are looking for grit because we know now that it's not just about talent and abilities. It's about who's gonna stick it out through these tough times, who's gonna be able to overcome adversity to achieve success." Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess: Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.derrickburgess243 Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com Other Links: https://www.hbcuendzone.org/about This episode of TimeOut with the SportsDr. is produced by Podcast VAs Philippines - the team that helps podcasters effectively launch and manage their podcasts, so we don't have to. Record, share, and repeat! Podcast VAs PH gives me back my time, so I can focus on the core functions of my business. Need expert help with your podcast? Go to www.podcastvasph.com.

    17 min
  8. From Potential to Purpose: A Year-End Reflection

    12/22/2025

    From Potential to Purpose: A Year-End Reflection

    "Potential won't make your impact. Purpose will." Potential is often misunderstood. We think it's enough to have talent or opportunity. Yet potential by itself is energy waiting to be used, possibilities waiting to be realized. It exists quietly until we choose to act. The challenge is that many of us stay in potential too long. We let titles, achievements, or the idea of success define us. We fill our time with distractions, scrolling through screens or chasing convenience, thinking we are busy when we are avoiding the work that matters. Growth requires effort, discipline, and focus. Purpose changes the game. Purpose is when potential becomes action, when effort meets opportunity, when small steps build toward impact. It's about showing up, doing the work, and staying consistent even when progress is slow. It's about stepping into new spaces, building relationships, and taking risks that open doors. Purpose touches your work, your family, and your legacy. Living with purpose means knowing your worth is not tied to a role or achievement. It's in the effort, the discipline in small things, and the choice to keep moving forward. Potential starts the journey, but purpose is what makes the difference. In this final episode of Time Out with the Sports Doctor, we wrap up 2025 with reflection and gratitude. The focus is on moving from potential to purpose and understanding that growth takes action, not just ability. As the year comes to a close, we revisit lessons on identity beyond job titles, mental health, discipline, and showing up consistently. This episode offers a clear reminder that real progress comes from doing the work and staying grounded as you prepare for the year ahead. "Potential is a lot of stored-up energy and possibilities. Purpose is when you start to execute and make the impact you want on others and on the world." - Dr. Derrick Burgess Topics Covered: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:01:56) The power of collaboration and unexpected opportunities (00:04:11) Mental health as a foundation for performance (00:05:40) Discipline, rehab, and doing the work consistently (00:06:47) Your worth is not tied to performance (00:08:05) Stewardship of small things leads to bigger doors (00:08:42) Pushing past limits one step at a time (00:09:31) Advertisement: Struggling with your finances as a young physician? Doc2Doc Lending is here for you. Founded by doctors, we offer loans tailored to your unique career path—crediting your certifications and specialty training. Visit https://www.doc2doclending.com/ today. (00:12:13) Redefining legacy beyond money (00:14:45) Physical readiness vs. mental readiness (00:15:42) The grit of becoming a physician and taking risks Key Takeaways:   "You can make leaps and bounds when you re-delegate your time to what matters most." "The more mentally healthy you are, the better you can show up for everyone around you." "If an athlete isn't willing to do the hard work of rehab, they'll never perform at their best."- Dr. Derrick Burgess "You were great because you're you, not because of how well you were doing at that thing." "Continue to do the little things, because that's often the test before bigger doors open." "The fear of re-injury is real, and the mental side is often the hardest part." Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess: Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.derrickburgess243 Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com Other Links: https://forms.gle/816Ue5Zs7TtzvoiE8 This episode of TimeOut with the SportsDr. is produced by Podcast VAs Philippines - the team that helps podcasters effectively launch and manage their podcasts, so we don't have to. Record, share, and repeat! Podcast VAs PH gives me back my time, so I can focus on the core functions of my business. Need expert help with your podcast? Go to www.podcastvasph.com.

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I'm Dr Derrick Burgess, board certified Orthopedic Surgeon and Sportsmedicine specialist, and host of TimeOut With The SportsDr Podcast. This is the show where life, sports and medicine intersect! Are you a young professional who is successful but not fulfilled? Are you interested in changing the trajectory of your family for future generations? Do you feel that everything you know about money is just enough to keep you caught in the rat race? If you answer yes to any of these questions, this podcast is for you. Join in every week to gain practical tips about how to strengthen your mindset, grow your assets and achieve the level of success that you desire. I want to share what I've learned and been able to accomplish with you. Because,….if I can do it, you can too!...

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