Redoctoring is a podcast for disillusioned and burnt out doctors aiming to expand and celebrate medicine beyond the traditional linear path.
Many doctors feel trapped, isolated and burdened by the reality of medicine in South Africa-sacrificing their humanity for the title. This show solves that by normalizing the many routes available to clinicians.
Guests will include a variety of people who specialised, pivoted or left the field.
Unlike other shows of its kind, it aims to vulnerably share stories and provide resources so the listener can make informed career decisions.
Redoctoring is a podcast for disillusioned and burnt out doctors aiming to expand and celebrate medicine beyond the traditional linear path.
Many doctors feel trapped, isolated and burdened by the reality of medicine in South Africa-sacrificing their humanity for the title. This show solves that by normalizing the many routes available to clinicians.
Guests will include a variety of people who specialised, pivoted or left the field.
Unlike other shows of its kind, it aims to vulnerably share stories and provide resources so the listener can make informed career decisions.
In this episode of Redoctoring, Dr. Tevarus Naicker, shares his journey from medical school to a career in public health and philanthropy. He discusses the importance of leadership, the value of extracurricular activities, and the challenges faced by young doctors in South Africa. Dr. Naicker emphasizes the need for authenticity, strategic networking, and the willingness to take risks in one's career. He also shares insights on applying for scholarships and pursuing further education, particularly an MBA, to enhance one's career prospects.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to a New Kind of Doctor
01:20 The Journey to Becoming a Doctor
04:13 Medical School Experience and Leadership
09:17 Navigating Identity Beyond Medicine
12:12 Post-Community Service Reflections
16:18 The Shift to Public Health
22:49 Exploring Public Health and Social Media
29:46 Transitioning to the DG Murray Trust
35:53 Learning Beyond Medicine in Leadership Roles
39:51 Healing Through Medicine and Community Impact
43:51 The Journey to an MBA: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
46:14 Navigating the MBA Application Process
54:16 Crafting Compelling Essays for Scholarships
01:01:27 Advice for Aspiring Doctors on Scholarships and Employment
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In this episode, Dr. Diane speaks with Aisha, a former medical doctor who transitioned into health economics and public health. Aisha shares her journey from medical school, where she struggled with her identity and the demands of the profession, to her decision to leave clinical medicine in search of a more fulfilling career. They discuss the importance of following one's passions, the value of networking, and the various paths available to doctors outside of traditional clinical roles. Aisha emphasizes the significance of authenticity and curiosity in navigating one's career and finding joy in work.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Aisha's Journey
01:11 The Decision to Pursue Medicine
04:36 Experiences in Medical School
07:44 Struggles with Identity in Medicine
12:14 The Decision to Leave Medicine
18:00 Finding Clarity and New Directions
23:06 Understanding Health Economics
29:15 The Broader Implications of Public Health
31:50 Exploring Interdisciplinary Interests in Healthcare
39:08 The Journey Through Medical School and PhD
44:50 Navigating Early Career Challenges in Medicine
50:00 The Importance of Networking and Authenticity
55:55 Embracing Rejection and Building Connections
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In this episode, Dr. Diane welcomes Dr. Nox Keli, a forensic pathologist, to discuss her journey in medicine, the role of faith, and the importance of networking and financial literacy. Dr. Nox shares her experiences in forensic medicine, the challenges of unemployment, and the significance of maintaining one's identity beyond the medical profession. The conversation emphasizes the need for emotional intelligence and the value of exploring diverse career paths within and outside of medicine.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Nox Keli
01:03 Dr. Nox Keli's Background and Career
02:36 The Role of Faith in Medicine
06:57 Choosing Medicine: A Guided Journey
09:30 The Reality of Forensic Pathology
14:55 Advice for Aspiring Forensic Pathologists
15:35 Defining a Good Day in Forensics
18:40 Pursuing an MBA as a Doctor
20:05 Navigating Leadership in Medicine
22:54 The Importance of Non-Clinical Paths
26:13 Networking and Opportunities in Healthcare
28:52 Overcoming the Fear of Specialization
31:35 Embracing the Uncertainty of Career Paths
35:42 Financial Adjustments and Self-Compassion
38:32 Self-Awareness and Emotional Intelligence
41:29 Advice for Young Doctors
44:24 Integrating Faith into Medicine
Welcome to Season 2 of Redoctoring!
I am so excited to chit chat with you on where I have been and what you can expect in this season.
The main thing I have dealt post comserve is career clarity. Medicine used to look so traditional and secure back in the day. The reality of 2025 is that anything goes. But how can you imagine your way forward without knowing whats possible.
Hence why we need to have conversations with those who are paving their own way. By hearing differnt stories, I believe you will be able to reimagine a better way forward for yourself.
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I didn’t get the job — and honestly, I needed that.
In this season finale of Redoctoring, I reflect on my recent interview for a corporate medical role that didn’t go the way I hoped. But behind the “no” was a clear message: corporate medicine is a world of its own — with its own rules, language, expectations, and pace.
In this episode, I unpack what I learned, what I’ll do differently, and why this ‘failure’ might’ve been the best teacher yet.
Whether you’re considering a corporate pivot or just curious about what it’s like on the other side of the hospital walls, this one’s for you.
Redoctoring is a podcast for doctors redefining success, identity, and life outside the traditional medical path.
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We made it to double digits 🥳 — Episode 10 is here!
Today, we’re diving into something that completely changed the game for me: networking.
I used to think networking was reserved for business people. But I’ve learned that, whether you’re deep in the books studenting or deep in the wards doctoring, networking is a vital weapon in your arsenal.
In this episode, I share my personal story and how one conversation can change everything.
If you’ve ever felt unsure about where to begin or afraid to reach out, this one’s for you.
Because we don’t always need more effort — sometimes we just need the right connection.
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The growing reality that even the most “essential” professionals in society are now unemployed. In this episode of Redoctoring, I’m saying the quiet part out loud: doctors have been entitled to job security for too long, and now that it’s gone, we don’t know how to respond — or how to communicate the crisis in a way that makes people care.
Let’s talk about how to reframe this moment. This episode is a wake-up call for the profession and a rallying cry to rebrand our messaging — not just for us, but for the communities we serve. If we want to march to parliament and be heard, we need to speak a language people can rally behind.
Redoctoring is a podcast for doctors redefining success, identity, and life outside the traditional medical path.
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Failure.
The one thing we’re taught to fear in medicine — and the one thing we can’t escape.
From med school struggles to post-comserve uncertainty, this episode is a raw reflection on the moments that didn’t go as planned.
I open up about my own failures and how I’ve slowly started to see them as part of the doctoring journey, not the end of it.
If you’ve ever felt behind, broken, or misunderstood… this one’s for you.
Redoctoring is a podcast for doctors redefining success, identity, and life outside the traditional medical path.
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Most of us were trained to do the job—save the life, finish the shift, survive the system. But what if we stopped to ask: is medicine just a job… or can it be a career designed around the life we actually want?
In this episode, I’m inviting you to take a step back and see your journey from above. Whether you’re a med student already questioning the path, or a tired doctor unsure of what’s next, this conversation is about shifting your perspective.
I share the unexpected moment that made me pause and reconsider everything, and I’ll walk you through the 3 steps that helped me redefine what success in medicine really means for me.
🎧 Tune in if you’re ready to:
— Break free from the hamster wheel
— Think long-term about your career
— Start crafting a life-first, medicine-second path
Redoctoring is a podcast for doctors redefining success, identity, and life outside the traditional medical path.
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Have you ever questioned if all the years of studying, sleepless calls, and emotional exhaustion were even worth it? You’re not alone. In this episode, we’re stepping away from the usual “just be grateful” rhetoric and instead focusing on the real skill set you’ve built — one that goes far beyond diagnoses and stethoscopes.
From resilience to leadership, emotional intelligence to crisis management — you’ve been training for more than just medicine. If you’ve ever felt like you’re “just a doctor” or scared to pivot, this episode is here to remind you of your depth, your value, and your power.
Redoctoring is a podcast for doctors redefining success, identity, and life outside the traditional medical path.
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In this episode, we explore the silent identity crisis so many doctors face, especially during transitions, burnout, or time away from clinical work. I share personal stories from med school, ICU, and community service — plus research that links professional identity with burnout.
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If you’ve ever wondered, “Who am I when I’m not doctoring?” — this episode is for you.
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You’re not broken. You’re reacting to a system that’s failing you.
In this episode, we unpack the brutal state of medicine in South Africa: doctor unemployment, salary cuts, toxic culture, and the rising trend of working for free.
This is the truth behind the burnout — and why you’re allowed to want more.
You were never meant to be a machine.
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In this episode, I share how I became a doctor and what led me to start Redoctoring. From failing my 3rd year to my current reality, this is my honest origin story.
If you’ve ever questioned the path you’re on, you’re not alone. Let’s reimagine medicine—together.
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What if your path as a doctor doesn’t have to be a straight line?”
This episode unpacks the silent pressure to follow a rigid, linear journey through medicine — and what it means to step off that path. We explore the harm this one-size-fits-all script causes, share real-life examples of doctors who’ve pivoted at every stage, and redefine what success can look like.
I also share my personal journey post-comserve — navigating peace, purpose, and the unknown, with Jesus at the center.
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Your heart races as you walk into the hospital. You cry while driving home. You wonder if you’re the only one who feels this way.
This episode is for the doctor who’s burnt out, disillusioned, and quietly asking: Is this it?
Redoctoring begins here—with honesty, softness, and rebellion. Let’s unlearn what medicine taught us about who we’re allowed to be. Let’s reimagine what life can look like.
Let’s redoctor—together.
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