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Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses
Amanda
29 episodes
16 hours ago
We explore the hidden cost of physician burnout on families and why spouses often become the strongest protector against stress and disconnection. Dr. Lisa Muhlenbein shares practical habits, the MedLife Matrix framework, and a clear case for hospitals to include families in well-being programs. • the 80/20 split of burnout drivers and why organizations must act • sacrifice, relocation, and loneliness in medical marriages • how to spot burnout’s ripple at home before it snowballs • habit sta...
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We explore the hidden cost of physician burnout on families and why spouses often become the strongest protector against stress and disconnection. Dr. Lisa Muhlenbein shares practical habits, the MedLife Matrix framework, and a clear case for hospitals to include families in well-being programs. • the 80/20 split of burnout drivers and why organizations must act • sacrifice, relocation, and loneliness in medical marriages • how to spot burnout’s ripple at home before it snowballs • habit sta...
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Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses
#29| How Physician Spouses Hold Families Together Through Burnout
We explore the hidden cost of physician burnout on families and why spouses often become the strongest protector against stress and disconnection. Dr. Lisa Muhlenbein shares practical habits, the MedLife Matrix framework, and a clear case for hospitals to include families in well-being programs. • the 80/20 split of burnout drivers and why organizations must act • sacrifice, relocation, and loneliness in medical marriages • how to spot burnout’s ripple at home before it snowballs • habit sta...
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3 days ago
38 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses
#28| Why There’s No “Perfect Time” To Have Kids In Medical Training
We talk with postpartum nurse and physician spouse Maddie Chand about growing a family through medical school and residency, why the “perfect time” to have kids is a myth, and how small routines and strong community keep parents steady. Real stories, simple strategies, and encouragement for anyone juggling diapers with call schedules. • balancing family planning with medical training • coping with pressure and outside opinions • building support without nearby family • church, classmates and...
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1 week ago
16 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses
#27| What I Wish I Knew Before Moving To Nashville For Residency
We share what we wish we knew before moving to Nashville for residency, from commute traps and childcare waitlists to building a real support system. Practical steps help you choose the right neighborhood, find your people, and design a life that feels like home. • researching neighborhoods before house hunting • testing commute times during real shift hours • preschools, daycare, and nanny waitlists • virtual tours and parent networks for schools • using physician-focused realtors as connec...
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2 weeks ago
11 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses
#26| How to Buy a Home From Afar Without Losing Your Mind
We share a step‑by‑step plan for buying a home from a distance with less stress by defining non‑negotiables, using smart tools, and leaning on a local agent who understands physician life. From commute realities to flood zones and school intel, we map how to choose well and protect your peace of mind. • naming three non‑negotiables and a firm budget • commute constraints for call and late‑night returns • school research using niche.com and local input • using Google Maps for routes, railroad...
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3 weeks ago
12 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses
#25| Residency Interview Season, Together
We break down residency interview season from the spouse’s seat and share how to help without taking over. Expect practical checklists, a simple spreadsheet system, and clear ways to balance support, budgets, and boundaries. • the spouse’s role as logistics lead and emotional anchor • weekly check-ins to set involvement and boundaries • travel tactics for flights, hotels, and budgets • packing redundancies and printed documents • city scouting for costs, commute, schools, and vibe • a shared...
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1 month ago
10 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses
#24| The Multifaceted Life of a Doctor's Wife
Dawn Mast shares her extraordinary journey as a physician's wife of 33 years, mother of four medical professionals, author, speaker, retail worker, and stand-up comedian. • Wife to a physician for 33 years after meeting in college • Mother to four children who are all pursuing careers in medicine • Author of "Soul Care for the Medical Marriage" which resonates with various high-demand professions • Focuses on the time they have together rather than what they don't have • Dispels myths about ...
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1 month ago
24 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses
#23| Are You Choosing Productivity Over Pleasure?
Relationship coach Courtney Boyer shares insights on reigniting intimacy in long-term relationships and breaks down why women actually turn down sex. • Courtney's background as a mental health counselor, relationship coach, and military physician spouse of 20+ years • Why sex remains a taboo topic in modern society and how pleasure connects to personal power • The importance of cultivating your own joy and independence within relationships • How busyness and to-do lists drain energy and crea...
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1 month ago
27 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses
#22| When the Finish Line Isn't What You Expected: Navigating Post-Residency Reality
Bradie Fisher returns to discuss the unexpected challenges that arise when medical training ends and "real life" begins for physician families. • Survival mode during training creates relationship patterns that don't automatically adjust when circumstances change • Resentment often emerges paradoxically after training ends, not during the hardest years • Communication about changing expectations is crucial but difficult when feelings seem unjustified • Household labor division typically does...
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1 month ago
30 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses
#21| A Financial Advisor's Guide for Doctors and Their Spouses
Lauren Oschman, CEO of Vestia Personal Wealth Advisors, draws from her experience as a physician's daughter to help doctors navigate their unique financial challenges with specialized guidance for both physicians and their spouses. • Growing up with an interventional cardiologist father gave Lauren insight into physician households • Physician spouses often manage family finances while doctors focus on medicine • Doctors face unique financial challenges including delayed earnings and student...
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1 month ago
35 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses
#20| Navigating Debt During Medical Training
Kristin Gentry shares her journey as a pharmacist married to a cardiologist, offering wisdom on navigating careers alongside medicine, unconventional medical training paths, and successfully paying off significant student debt during training. • Kristin's husband took a non-traditional route to medical school through University of Missouri, Kansas City's MD-only program • Managing six different board certifications while balancing family life and pregnancy • Successfully paying off $290,000 ...
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2 months ago
31 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses
#19| Finding Your Roots: How Self-Trust Transforms Healing
Cindy Payne shares her journey from elementary school teacher to licensed professional counselor, describing how she blends clinical therapy with yoga and mindfulness to create a holistic approach to mental health care. • From teaching to therapy – how Cindy's interest in relationships over education led to her counseling career • Building Rooted Counseling Services during the pandemic and how crisis created opportunity • The significance behind the name "Rooted" and its connection to yoga p...
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2 months ago
31 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses
#18| The Art of Intentional Living While Married to Medicine
Bradie Fisher shares her journey as an interior designer married to a radiologist, balancing her boutique design business with family life while navigating the challenges of medical training. • Grew up with her husband in the same small private school, transitioning from friendship to romance after graduation • Married at 22 before her husband started medical school, moving from Houston to Dallas and finally to Franklin, Tennessee • Built her interior design business intentionally small to p...
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2 months ago
29 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses
#17| You Can Support Their Purpose Without Sacrificing Yours
Supporting a spouse through medical training comes with unique challenges as physician partners often put their own dreams on hold while managing household responsibilities and providing emotional support. • Finding what lights you up and protecting time for activities that reconnect you to your authentic self • Acknowledging that your career still matters and finding creative solutions that work with your spouse's schedule • Building community with others who understand the unique challenge...
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2 months ago
14 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses
#16| Women's Health After 40: Navigating Hormones and Metabolic Health
Julie Derr shares her expertise on supporting midlife women with metabolic health, longevity, and hormone optimization. Through her personal journey with hormonal challenges and extensive professional training, Julie has developed specialized programs that address the unique health needs women face as they age. • Finding reliable health information amid conflicting advice requires becoming your own health advocate • Most women benefit from five foundational supplements: a quality multivitami...
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3 months ago
27 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses
#15| The Journey Together: Supporting a Spouse in Medical Training
Supporting your physician partner during medical training and long hours requires tangible strategies that balance their needs with your own wellbeing. We explore practical ways to maintain connection despite exhaustion and limited time together. • Small acts of kindness like packed lunches with notes, sharing funny memes, or keeping a connection journal can maintain intimacy • Creating a calm landing zone at home allows them space to decompress before engagement • Normalizing emotional roll...
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3 months ago
14 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses
#14| Summer Survival Guide for Med Spouses
Summer as a physician spouse presents unique challenges as we juggle solo parenting while our partners work full-time, but with the right approach, we can create magical moments amid the chaos. I'm sharing five practical strategies to help med spouses navigate summer while maintaining sanity and building meaningful family memories. • Create weekly rhythms instead of rigid schedules—themed days provide structure without overwhelming • Involve kids in planning by creating a summer bucket list ...
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3 months ago
11 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses
#13| Moving, Motherhood, and Maintaining Balance: Insights from a Medical Spouse
Lisa Alemi shares her journey from full-time orthopedic physical therapist to stay-at-home mom to pelvic floor specialist while navigating life as a medical spouse. She offers honest insights about finding confidence in your parenting role and creating systems that help medical families thrive amid the chaos. • Transitioning from career-focused physical therapist to stay-at-home mom after realizing she couldn't juggle clinic management with her husband's surgical schedule • Creating the Relo...
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3 months ago
32 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses
#12| Navigating Physician Contracts: Legal Insights for New Doctors
Michael Johnson, founder of Michael Johnson Legal, shares essential insights about physician employment contracts and reveals why these agreements are typically more aggressive than those in other industries. • Understanding physician contracts is critical for career autonomy and financial well-being • The majority of clients are physicians entering their first employment agreement after training • Best practice is to start job search 9-18 months before completing training • Get educated on ...
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4 months ago
28 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses
#11| The Life-Changing Magic of a "To-Don't" List
Michelle Gothier, life coach and single mom, shares her journey from burnout in the corporate world to finding balance and helping others create more intentional lives. Her transition from an overwhelmed physician spouse to a thriving entrepreneur offers valuable insights for anyone facing similar challenges. • Michelle's background includes 20 years in the corporate world while married to a physician • The breaking point came when she felt inadequate as both a parent and professional • Her ...
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4 months ago
32 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses
#10| My Newest Secret Weapon
I was skeptical about ChatGPT until my kids and real estate coach convinced me to try it, and now it's completely changed how I manage the chaos of physician spouse life. This free tool acts as a smart assistant at your fingertips that helps with writing, organizing, brainstorming, and simplifying tasks without judgment or guilt trips. • Writing assistance for emails, messages, and communications that adapts to your personal style and voice • Planning and productivity help when feeling overw...
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4 months ago
9 minutes

Behind The White Coat - Real Talk For Physician Spouses
We explore the hidden cost of physician burnout on families and why spouses often become the strongest protector against stress and disconnection. Dr. Lisa Muhlenbein shares practical habits, the MedLife Matrix framework, and a clear case for hospitals to include families in well-being programs. • the 80/20 split of burnout drivers and why organizations must act • sacrifice, relocation, and loneliness in medical marriages • how to spot burnout’s ripple at home before it snowballs • habit sta...