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The Worthy Physician

Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque MD

163 episodes

12 hours ago

Send us a text We explore how fear hides in perfectionism, avoidance, and imposter syndrome, and show how to turn it into values-based action. A brief breath exercise and practical prompts help you name the fear, reframe it, and choose the next right step. • fear as information, not instruction • perfectionism and avoidance in clinical life • amygdala and the physiology of fear • identity threats and imposter syndrome • values mapping to transform fear into action • a simple breath practice ...

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Send us a text We explore how fear hides in perfectionism, avoidance, and imposter syndrome, and show how to turn it into values-based action. A brief breath exercise and practical prompts help you name the fear, reframe it, and choose the next right step. • fear as information, not instruction • perfectionism and avoidance in clinical life • amygdala and the physiology of fear • identity threats and imposter syndrome • values mapping to transform fear into action • a simple breath practice ...

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The Worthy Physician

When Fear Protects Your Values

Send us a text We explore how fear hides in perfectionism, avoidance, and imposter syndrome, and show how to turn it into values-based action. A brief breath exercise and practical prompts help you name the fear, reframe it, and choose the next right step. • fear as information, not instruction • perfectionism and avoidance in clinical life • amygdala and the physiology of fear • identity threats and imposter syndrome • values mapping to transform fear into action • a simple breath practice ...

13 hours ago

7 minutes

The Worthy Physician

Surrender. The Strength in Letting Go.

Send us a text We rethink surrender as a skill for physicians: not quitting, but aligning with reality to protect energy, clarity, and compassion. We share the serenity prayer, simple pauses, and the “just be” mindset to loosen the grip of control and reduce anxiety. • redefining surrender as strength, not defeat • the serenity prayer as a practical lens • medicine’s culture of control and its costs • how overplanning fuels anxiety and fatigue • micro-practices to pause, reflect, and reset •...

3 weeks ago

7 minutes

The Worthy Physician

When We Stop Wondering, We Stop Living. Wonder on Purpose.

Send us a text We explore how curiosity, play, and presence restore our humanity in medicine and keep clinical work meaningful. A bluegrass afternoon becomes a real-world reset that shows why fun isn’t optional for resilience, empathy, and good care. • losing curiosity under stress and paperwork • presence as a clinical skill and reset • bluegrass day as a model for restorative play • recharging through family, community and music • reframing appointments as human meetings • laughter as medi...

1 month ago

15 minutes

The Worthy Physician

Healing the Healers

Send us a text Dr. Corrigan, co-founder of Physicians Anonymous, shares his mission to provide global peer support for physicians struggling with burnout, mental health issues, and addiction through anonymous, safe spaces where doctors can be vulnerable without fear of judgment or professional consequences. • Alarming statistics reveal 300-400 physician suicides annually in the US with burnout rates reaching 60-80% depending on specialty • Female physicians have suicide rates up to four time...

1 month ago

57 minutes

The Worthy Physician

Finding Your Professional Nirvana

Send us a text Dr. Kaur takes us on a deeply personal journey from traditional healthcare settings to founding her own direct primary care practice, which she calls her "professional nirvana." After nearly a decade in corporate medicine, including positions at prestigious institutions, she found herself facing a critical realization: her mental health was suffering in ways that hadn't happened even during profound personal tragedy. "When my mental health started to get affected by my job, th...

2 months ago

24 minutes

The Worthy Physician

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—whe...

2 months ago

31 minutes

The Worthy Physician

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 notici...

3 months ago

27 minutes

The Worthy Physician

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 silen...

3 months ago

12 minutes

The Worthy Physician

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 ...

4 months ago

10 minutes

The Worthy Physician

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 informa...

4 months ago

11 minutes

The Worthy Physician

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 fal...

5 months ago

38 minutes

The Worthy Physician

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 • Mother...

5 months ago

7 minutes

The Worthy Physician

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 Baumgartel shares her transformative journey from traditional internal medicine to patient advocacy and authorship in this candid conversation about finding meaning beyond metrics. Dr. Baumgartel's story begins with a familiar scenario—working nonstop, taking minimal vacation, and feeling the mounting pressure of productivity demands. Yet amid the chaos, she fo...

6 months ago

27 minutes

The Worthy Physician

Why You Don't Need to Choose Between Being a Doctor and Being Human

Send us a text What happens when physicians reclaim their humanity after years of medical training that teaches them to ignore their basic needs? Dr. Manju Dawkins joins us to share her fascinating journey from traditional dermatology practice to healthcare entrepreneurship, revealing how creativity and medicine can powerfully intersect. Remember when you were taught that holding your bladder for 12 hours was a badge of honor in medical training? Our conversation dives into how physicians ar...

6 months ago

25 minutes

The Worthy Physician

Second Acts: Redesigning Your Medical Career Path

Send us a text Dr. David Weill shares his journey from transplant pulmonologist to consultant and author, exploring how he recognized the emotional and physical toll of clinical medicine after 20 years and strategically transitioned to his "second act." He provides honest insights into the realities of medical practice, the importance of knowing when to pivot, and the value of pursuing creative outlets that align with your strengths. • After 20 years as a transplant pulmonologist, Dr. Weill ...

7 months ago

22 minutes

The Worthy Physician

Philanthropy and Care: Exploring Dr. Sweet's Mission and The Sweet Emergency Fund

Send us a text Dr. Sweet shares her 43-year journey in HIV/AIDS care, transforming a deadly condition with six-month prognosis into a manageable chronic disease where properly treated patients can expect normal lifespans. • Started practicing in 1982, drawn to medicine by hands-on patient interaction rather than purely diagnostic work • Encountered her first HIV patient in 1983 when stigma and discrimination were severe • Founded the Sweet Emergency Fund approximately 30 years ago to address...

7 months ago

16 minutes

The Worthy Physician

Navigating Change: A Physician’s Journey to Financial Freedom with Dr. Sabharwal

Send us a text Dive into an inspiring episode that chronicles the life journey of Dr. Sabharwal, a dedicated physician who broke barriers to shift his career from clinical work to entrepreneurship through real estate investing. Discover the unique challenges international medical graduates face as they adjust to the U.S. healthcare system, while exploring strategies for achieving financial independence. In this episode, Dr. Sabharwal candidly shares his experiences—from funding his own...

8 months ago

24 minutes

The Worthy Physician

Unlocking New Levels of Growth and Fulfillment with Dr. Shai Efrati, MD

Send us a text What if unlocking the full potential of physicians goes beyond medicine? Join us in an engaging discussion with Dr. Shai Efrati, as we uncover the secrets to enhancing efficiency and peak performance in the demanding world of healthcare. We explore the often-overlooked roles physicians play and how the drive to surpass "normal" benchmarks can lead to unparalleled growth. By addressing both biological and non-biological barriers, Dr. Efrati provides intriguing insights into how ...

8 months ago

42 minutes

The Worthy Physician

Healing Trauma and Empowering Lives with Emotional Freedom Technique with Dr. Jill Wener, MD

Send us a text Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), or tapping, offers physicians a powerful tool to process trauma and emotional stress. Dr. Jill Wener, MD shares insights on how tapping integrates easily into medical practice, emphasizing vulnerability, self-compassion, and effective stress management. • Introduction to Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) • Understanding the science behind tapping • Exploring trauma experiences within medicine • The emotional burden car...

9 months ago

29 minutes

The Worthy Physician

Balancing Brain Chemistry for Mental Clarity with Dr. Scott Sherr

Send us a text In this episode, we explore the importance of self-care among physicians and the crucial role that maintaining GABA levels plays in mental health. Dr. Scott Sherr discusses innovative methods to optimize health through the lens of Health Optimization Medicine, stressing the need for healthcare professionals to focus on their well-being. • Understanding the challenges physicians face in stress management • The importance of relaxation and self-care practices for physician...

9 months ago

34 minutes