Girl Doc Survival Guide

Updated: 19 Feb 2025 • 162 episodes
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Young doctors are increasingly in ‘survival’ mode.    Far from flourishing, the relentless pressure of working in medicine means that ‘balance’ is harder than ever to achieve.   On the Girl Doc Survival Guide, Yale professor and dermatologist Dr Christine J Ko sits down with doctors, psychologists and mental health experts to dig into the real challenges and rewards of life in medicine.    From dealing with daily stressors and burnout to designing a career that doesn’t sacrifice your personal life, this podcast is all about giving you the tools to not just survive...    But to be present in the journey.

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The Intersection of Dermatopathology and Emotional Intelligence with Dr. Maxwell Fung In this episode, Christine welcomes Dr. Maxwell Fung, a seasoned dermatologist and dermatopathologist, who shares his insights from over 25 years of experience. Dr. Fung discusses pivotal "soft skills", such as communication and activ

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Empowering Women Leaders in Medicine: An Interview with Dr. Susan Hingle In this episode, Dr. Susan Hingle, Professor of Medicine and Associate Dean at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, discusses the ongoing gender gap in medical leadership. Dr. Hingle emphasizes the importance of combining data with per

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Navigating Healthcare: Mentorship, Wellbeing, and Innovation with Dr. Vineet Arora In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Vineet Arora, Herbert T. Abelson Professor of Medicine and Dean for Medical Education at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. Dr. Arora discusses her career trajectory, emphasizing

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Transforming Physician Well-being: Mindfulness and Awareness with Dr. Jessie Mahoney In this episode, Dr. Jessie Mahoney, a pediatrician turned physician wellness expert, shares her extensive experience and practical wisdom on how doctors can move from merely surviving to thriving in their practice. Dr. Mahoney discuss

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Breaking the Stigma: Mental Health and Burnout with Dr. Anita Everett In this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine engages in a profound conversation with Dr. Anita Everett, a psychiatrist and mental health advocate. They discuss the importance of reducing stigma, improving mental health support systems fo

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Pursuing Passion in Medicine: Dr. Neda Frayha"s Journey from Academia to Audio Storytelling In this episode, Christine hosts Dr. Neda Frayha, who shares her journey from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and her work in academic medicine to a career in audio storytelling. With a deep passion for humanizing

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