Episode #156: How To Start A Side Gig Or Business As A Patient Navigator

Are you passionate about patient advocacy? Do you find yourself helping others navigate the healthcare system, but can’t imagine charging or being a business owner? My guest, Dr. Nicole Rochester thought she would always be employed as a pediatrician but all that changed when she needed to advocate for her father during a health crisis. Fast forward to today, Dr. Rochester has her own business helping patients and their families navigate the healthcare system and get the best care possible. Dr. Rochester returns to the podcast to discuss how she conquered her fears to start her patient navigation business, Your GPS Doc, and how you can do this too even if you never dreamed of running your own company. You can find the show notes for this episode and more information by clicking here: www.doctorscrossing.com/episode156   In this episode we’re talking about:  Dr. Rochester’s journey from employee to successful entrepreneur When you love your current role, but feel called to something new Mindset challenges that may hold us back How the greatest growth happens through making mistakes What professional health advocacy entails  Important details such as insurance, compensation, and scheduling Dr. Rochester’s program to help you start your own patient navigation business   Links for this episode: Dr. Rochester’s Website Apply for Dr. Rochester’s Coaching Program Your GPS Doc Instagram Your GPS Doc Facebook  Episode #68: Being A Patient Advocate Is a Real Option - with Dr. Nicole Rochester Episode #84: She Loves Being Employed As A Patient Advocate - with Dr. Caitlin Fawcett

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Are you a physician who’s questioning your career path? If you’re at the white coat crossroads, for whatever reason, this podcast is for you. We’re going to help you find your best path forward, whether it’s to be happier in patient care, transition to a nonclinical career, or do something completely different. In the weekly podcasts, we’re bringing you all the good stuff: -Actionable tools and resources to help you start making positive changes. -Interviews with physicians who’ve found new and fulfilling ways to practice as well as those who’ve transitioned into nonclinical careers. -Concrete advice for applying to jobs, using LinkedIn, interviewing, negotiating, and much more. Your host, Dr. Heather Fork, is a former board-certified dermatologist who transitioned into full-time career coaching for physicians over 10 years ago. She is a master certified coach who has been helping hundreds of physicians find ways to be happier both in medicine and beyond. Come visit us at www.doctorscrossing.com to learn more!