The Worthy Physician

Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque MD
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"Reigniting your humanity and  passion for medicine." Welcome to The Worthy Physician, a podcast for physicians, other healthcare workers, and high-performing individuals seeking to reconnect with their humanity, rediscover their passion for medicine, and redefine fulfillment. This podcast offers reflection, healing, and authentic storytelling in a world where burnout, imposter syndrome, and overwhelming expectations are shared. Medicine is more than a profession—it's a calling. Yet, modern healthcare often leaves physicians feeling disconnected, chasing milestones that fail to bring lasting satisfaction. The Worthy Physician challenges these narratives, prioritizing well-being, core values, and authenticity. Why Listen? 1. Physician Burnout: Understand its causes and recovery strategies to rediscover joy in medicine. 2. Authentic Self: Explore your identity beyond the white coat and integrate it into all aspects of life. 3. Imposter Syndrome: Overcome doubts, embrace your worth, and value your contributions to medicine. 4. The Arrival Fallacy: Break free from achievement-driven dissatisfaction and find fulfillment in the present. 5. Core Values: Align decisions with what truly matters to live purpose-driven lives. 6. Financial Empowerment: Gain insights on managing debt, creating sustainability, and building financial literacy. 7. Real Stories: Hear physicians' struggles and triumphs, fostering connection and solidarity. 8. Healing Through Storytelling: Share and listen to stories that inspire resilience and growth. What to Expect Each episode blends: Engaging in Conversations with experts in medicine, psychology, and finance.Real-life stories from physicians who've navigated similar challenges.Practical Strategies for addressing burnout, improving balance, and enhancing well-being.A Supportive Community that celebrates your victories and offers encouragement. Why It Matters You are more than your profession—you're a human being with dreams and aspirations. The Worthy Physician reminds you to prioritize your values, honor your well-being, and reignite your passion for medicine. Who Should Listen? This podcast is for physicians seeking clarity, fulfillment, and alignment, whether struggling with burnout, imposter syndrome, or the pressures of the medical field. Join the Movement Redefine what it means to be a physician today. Subscribe to The Worthy Physician and take the first step toward a healthier, more compassionate approach to medicine.

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    Beyond Vital Signs: Healing Through Human Connection with Dr. Stephen DeMeo

    Send us a text What happens when physicians feel more like data entry specialists than healers? In this deeply reflective conversation, neonatologist Dr. Stephen DeMeo reveals how rediscovering meaningful human connections can transform both patient care and physician well-being. The NICU offers a unique healthcare environment where cutting-edge critical care intersects with deeply personal family journeys. Dr. DeMeo explains how sitting with families during their most vulnerable moments—whether celebrating tiny victories or navigating heartbreaking decisions—often clarifies clinical situations more effectively than any technological intervention. "Sometimes the most difficult conversations I have with parents are ones where I actually know that the baby's going to be just fine," he shares, highlighting how each family experiences medical events through their unique emotional lens. Beyond patient care, Dr. DeMeo addresses systemic challenges facing today's physicians: the documentation burden that steals time from meaningful interactions, the tendency toward depersonalization when burned out, and the delicate balance between medicine as calling versus occupation. His refreshingly practical solution to burnout? Going deeper into patient connections rather than withdrawing. "If I committed more to the reconnection of medicine...put the computer on wheels to the side, sit down in your patient's room, talk to them...all of that connection has been really restorative for me." Looking toward medicine's future, Dr. DeMeo expresses optimism about technology's potential to free physicians from administrative burdens while advocating for more humane training environments for medical students. His perspective offers a hopeful vision where AI and other innovations might actually help doctors return to medicine's fundamental purpose: humans caring for humans during life's most challenging moments. Topics covered: • Technology should enhance human connection, not replace it • Reconnecting with patients is the antidote to physician burnout and depersonalization • Evidence-based medicine must be balanced with understanding what matters to families • Creating a supportive environment for medical trainees breaks the cycle of toxic education Connect with Dr. DeMeo on LinkedIn. Pattern LifeDiscover unbiased disability insurance with Pattern Life and protect one of your greatest assets.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. Learn more about female physicians' journey through burnout to thriving! https://www.theworthyphysician.com/books Let's connect for speaking opportunities! https://www.theworthyphysician.com/dr-shahhaque-md-as-a-speaker Check out the free resources from The Worthy Physician: https://www.theworthyphysician.com/freebie-downloads Battle of the Boxes 21 Day Self Focus Journal

    31 phút

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    Stop Working Yourself to Death: A New Path Beyond Burnout with Scott Anderson

    Send us a text Burnout recovery expert Scott Anderson shares counterintuitive approaches to overcome physician burnout and find a sustainable path to high achievement without sacrificing wellbeing. • Burnout involves oscillating between hypervigilance and avoidance, similar to patterns seen in PTSD • Traditional approaches like vacations and sabbaticals often worsen burnout rather than resolving it • The R&R technique offers a simple 5-second practice to interrupt stress cycles by noticing physical sensations • Most burned-out professionals spend 80% of their time on activities that generate only 20% of their value • Complete disengagement—even for just minutes at a time—is essential for burnout recovery • Community support helps combat the isolation that often accompanies burnout • Life beyond burnout can lead to greater achievement with less strain and more fulfillment • Recovery doesn't require abandoning medicine but rather recalibrating one's relationship to work For a free burnout assessment and personalized interventions, visit fastfixcall.com. You can also find Scott's book "You're Not Toast" and more resources at burnoutbreakthrough.com. Pattern LifeDiscover unbiased disability insurance with Pattern Life and protect one of your greatest assets.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. Learn more about female physicians' journey through burnout to thriving! https://www.theworthyphysician.com/books Let's connect for speaking opportunities! https://www.theworthyphysician.com/dr-shahhaque-md-as-a-speaker Check out the free resources from The Worthy Physician: https://www.theworthyphysician.com/freebie-downloads Battle of the Boxes 21 Day Self Focus Journal

    27 phút

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    Stop Comparing, Start Leading with Dr. Maha Mohamad, MD

    Send us a text Dr. Maha Mohamad returns to discuss authentic leadership strategies for women physicians, challenging the stereotype that women should remain silent and hold space. We explore how vulnerability enhances credibility and effectiveness as leaders when balanced with confidence, sharing personal examples from parenting and patient care. • Women physicians can lead by showing up to events and meetings, and ensuring their voices are heard • Overcoming imposter syndrome requires silencing your inner chatterbox and occupying your rightful space • Embracing vulnerability with patients and team members enhances credibility rather than diminishing it • Using self-auditing to evaluate what went well and what can be improved regularly • Comparing yourself only to your past self rather than others leads to authentic growth • Finding purpose through quiet reflection and working backward from your goals • Accepting we're lifelong learners makes us better leaders and physicians Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who'd love it too. Follow us on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram for more updates and insights. Pattern LifeDiscover unbiased disability insurance with Pattern Life and protect one of your greatest assets.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. Learn more about female physicians' journey through burnout to thriving! https://www.theworthyphysician.com/books Let's connect for speaking opportunities! https://www.theworthyphysician.com/dr-shahhaque-md-as-a-speaker Check out the free resources from The Worthy Physician: https://www.theworthyphysician.com/freebie-downloads Battle of the Boxes 21 Day Self Focus Journal

    13 phút

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    Leading From Within with Dr. Maha Mohamad, MD

    Send us a text Dr. Mohamad shares her journey as a physician leader, highlighting the delicate balance between micromanaging and providing autonomy. We discuss how building trust with team members creates the foundation for effective leadership while maintaining professional standards and clear expectations. • Finding the balance between professionalism and friendliness in communication • Leading within yourself by understanding your communication style and personality traits • Listening to understand rather than listening to respond • Creating inclusive problem-solving approaches that draw on team expertise • Establishing clear boundaries while maintaining kindness and respect • Embodying core values as the key to gaining team buy-in • Recognizing that different situations may require different leadership approaches Thanks for tuning in to another episode from the Worthy Physician.  If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, leave a review and share it with someone who'd love it too. Don't forget to follow us on YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram for more updates and insights. Pattern LifeDiscover unbiased disability insurance with Pattern Life and protect one of your greatest assets.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. Learn more about female physicians' journey through burnout to thriving! https://www.theworthyphysician.com/books Let's connect for speaking opportunities! https://www.theworthyphysician.com/dr-shahhaque-md-as-a-speaker Check out the free resources from The Worthy Physician: https://www.theworthyphysician.com/freebie-downloads Battle of the Boxes 21 Day Self Focus Journal

    11 phút

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    What I wish I knew a long time ago, particularly when it comes to medicine: Leading with self-awareness

    Send us a text We explore the essential yet often overlooked foundation of physician leadership: knowing yourself. Dr. Maha Mohamad and Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque dispel the "I was born ready" myth that permeates medicine, discussing how physicians are expected to lead without formal training. • Leadership must begin with self-knowledge about personality type, communication style, and values • Online assessments like Myers-Briggs can provide valuable insights into how you naturally process information  • Medical culture's traditional "do as you're told" hierarchy undermines effective leadership • Creating psychological safety and judgment-free environments leads to richer collaboration • Unlearning ingrained patterns is essential but challenging for physicians • Cultural diversity and exposure to different perspectives expand leadership capabilities • Even 15-20 minutes of self-reflection can significantly improve leadership skills • Leadership expertise extends beyond clinical settings into all aspects of life Your income is your greatest asset, protected with Pattern Life. The easy, stress-free way to find the right disability insurance, with unbiased comparisons and no jargon. Pattern helps you choose the best policy for your needs. Secure your future today at Pattern Life. The link is in the show notes. Pattern LifeDiscover unbiased disability insurance with Pattern Life and protect one of your greatest assets.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. Learn more about female physicians' journey through burnout to thriving! https://www.theworthyphysician.com/books Let's connect for speaking opportunities! https://www.theworthyphysician.com/dr-shahhaque-md-as-a-speaker Check out the free resources from The Worthy Physician: https://www.theworthyphysician.com/freebie-downloads Battle of the Boxes 21 Day Self Focus Journal

    12 phút

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    Navigating Change: Dr. Una’s Roadmap for Physician Innovation

    Send us a text Dr. Una, founder of EntreMD, shares her journey from pediatrician to physician entrepreneur, revealing how doctors can rediscover autonomy and fulfillment through business skills. She explains how a moment of clarity in 2016 sparked her mission to help 100,000 physicians transform their professional lives and rewrite the narrative around physician burnout. • EntreMD began with just eight people at a restaurant meeting in 2018 and has grown to reach thousands • The "arrival fallacy" prevents physicians from embracing the beginner's mindset needed for entrepreneurship • Even as an introvert, Dr. Una learned speaking and networking skills through deliberate practice • Physicians can explore numerous paths: private practice, coaching, consulting, writing, art, and more • Start with just 10 minutes daily of focused reflection on what you truly want • Delegation is crucial – leverage your earning capacity to buy time from others • You're already worthy – improve yourself because you're worthy, not to become worthy Get free physician business education through the EntreeMD podcast, explore the "15-dollar MBA" books including The EntreMD Method, or join the EntreeMD Business School at EntreMD.com. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. Learn more about female physicians' journey through burnout to thriving! https://www.theworthyphysician.com/books Let's connect for speaking opportunities! https://www.theworthyphysician.com/dr-shahhaque-md-as-a-speaker Check out the free resources from The Worthy Physician: https://www.theworthyphysician.com/freebie-downloads Battle of the Boxes 21 Day Self Focus Journal

    39 phút

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    Empty Cups Don't Pour: Why Self-Compassion Matters

    Send us a text After celebrating Mother's Day, we explore a concept everyone needs regardless of parental status: mothering yourself. Medical training conditions us to abandon our humanity bit by bit, wearing sacrifices like badges of honor while neglecting our own basic needs. • The caregiver trap teaches us to neglect ourselves while caring for others • Even the most brilliant physician cannot pour from an empty cup • Self-care is not selfish but essential for sustainable practice • Mothering yourself means saying no without apology when something doesn't align with your values • Rest and restoration are forms of preservation in a system designed to ignore our limits • When we properly care for ourselves, we reclaim our power and model humanity for others • Challenge 1: Identify what you truly need this week to sustain yourself • Challenge 2: Dare to dream again and reconnect with your authentic desires • Start by asking what one thing would put a genuine smile on your face today You are not just a physician. You are worthy of care as well. Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. Learn more about female physicians' journey through burnout to thriving! https://www.theworthyphysician.com/books Let's connect for speaking opportunities! https://www.theworthyphysician.com/dr-shahhaque-md-as-a-speaker Check out the free resources from The Worthy Physician: https://www.theworthyphysician.com/freebie-downloads Battle of the Boxes 21 Day Self Focus Journal

    7 phút

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    The Art of Healing: How Creativity Shapes Medicine with Dr. Baumgaertel, MD

    Send us a text What happens when a high-producing physician decides to walk away from a successful 25-year medical career? Dr. Susan Baumgaertel shares her transformative journey from traditional internal medicine to patient advocacy and authorship in this candid conversation. Dr. Baumgaertel's story begins with a familiar scenario—working nonstop, taking minimal vacation, and feeling the mounting pressure of productivity demands. In the chaos, she found ways to maintain her humanity by incorporating her passion for art into patient care. The paintings by her late mother that adorned her office walls created unexpected healing connections with patients, illustrating how medicine and creativity can intersect in powerful ways. The conversation takes a fascinating turn as Dr. Baumgaertel explains her preference for the term "moral injury" over "burnout." While burnout can affect professionals across various industries, moral injury refers to the violation of a physician's ethical code when corporate interests take precedence over patient care.  Now as an MD Advocate, Dr. Baumgaertel has created a unique model that supports rather than competes with traditional medical care. She helps patients navigate complex systems while providing physicians with the backup they need for thorough discussions that today's time constraints often do not allow. Her book, "The Menopause Menu," further extends this mission, providing accessible, evidence-based information structured like a meal—appetizer, entrée, palate cleanser, and dessert. Perhaps most inspiring is her commitment to daily walking, regardless of weather, where she solves problems and maintains mental clarity. This simple practice embodies her philosophy that self-care is not selfish, but essential for physicians who want to provide compassionate care without sacrificing their well-being. Dr. Baumgaertel's parting wisdom rings true: "Listen to yourself." Your authentic journey in medicine may look different from what you imagined, but that might be precisely what you need. Listen to yourself! Listen to pay attention! CONNECT WITH DR. B: LinkedIn     MD Advocate     The Menopause Menu Pattern LifeDiscover unbiased disability insurance with Pattern Life and protect one of your greatest assets.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Though I am a physician, this is not medical advice. This is only a tool that physicians can use to get ideas on how to deal with burnout and/or know they are not alone. If you are in need of medical assistance talk to your physician. Learn more about female physicians' journey through burnout to thriving! https://www.theworthyphysician.com/books Let's connect for speaking opportunities! https://www.theworthyphysician.com/dr-shahhaque-md-as-a-speaker Check out the free resources from The Worthy Physician: https://www.theworthyphysician.com/freebie-downloads Battle of the Boxes 21 Day Self Focus Journal

    27 phút
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"Reigniting your humanity and  passion for medicine." Welcome to The Worthy Physician, a podcast for physicians, other healthcare workers, and high-performing individuals seeking to reconnect with their humanity, rediscover their passion for medicine, and redefine fulfillment. This podcast offers reflection, healing, and authentic storytelling in a world where burnout, imposter syndrome, and overwhelming expectations are shared. Medicine is more than a profession—it's a calling. Yet, modern healthcare often leaves physicians feeling disconnected, chasing milestones that fail to bring lasting satisfaction. The Worthy Physician challenges these narratives, prioritizing well-being, core values, and authenticity. Why Listen? 1. Physician Burnout: Understand its causes and recovery strategies to rediscover joy in medicine. 2. Authentic Self: Explore your identity beyond the white coat and integrate it into all aspects of life. 3. Imposter Syndrome: Overcome doubts, embrace your worth, and value your contributions to medicine. 4. The Arrival Fallacy: Break free from achievement-driven dissatisfaction and find fulfillment in the present. 5. Core Values: Align decisions with what truly matters to live purpose-driven lives. 6. Financial Empowerment: Gain insights on managing debt, creating sustainability, and building financial literacy. 7. Real Stories: Hear physicians' struggles and triumphs, fostering connection and solidarity. 8. Healing Through Storytelling: Share and listen to stories that inspire resilience and growth. What to Expect Each episode blends: Engaging in Conversations with experts in medicine, psychology, and finance.Real-life stories from physicians who've navigated similar challenges.Practical Strategies for addressing burnout, improving balance, and enhancing well-being.A Supportive Community that celebrates your victories and offers encouragement. Why It Matters You are more than your profession—you're a human being with dreams and aspirations. The Worthy Physician reminds you to prioritize your values, honor your well-being, and reignite your passion for medicine. Who Should Listen? This podcast is for physicians seeking clarity, fulfillment, and alignment, whether struggling with burnout, imposter syndrome, or the pressures of the medical field. Join the Movement Redefine what it means to be a physician today. Subscribe to The Worthy Physician and take the first step toward a healthier, more compassionate approach to medicine.

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    Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque MD
  • Năm hoạt động
    2021 - 2025
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    158
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    © 2025 The Worthy Physician
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