So What If You Leave Medicine and It’s A Mistake? - A Physician’s Inspiring Story Of Figuring It Out By Trying Things Out

Are you feeling stuck in your medical career, unsure of your next steps, or struggling to find satisfaction in your current role? In this episode, we welcome back Dr. Rinku Mehra, a pediatric endocrinologist with a remarkable journey of career exploration and evolution. Dr. Mehra's story serves as a beacon of hope for physicians facing similar challenges, demonstrating that you don’t have to get it right out of the gate when you’re at the crossroads. Medicine is not a one-way street and you can go back and forth and carve your own path to fulfillment.  You can find the show notes for this episode and more information by clicking here: www.doctorscrossing.com/episode171   In this episode we’re talking about: Dr. Mehra’s journey in overcoming dissatisfaction in clinical practice Navigating nonclinical roles from the FDA to utilization management Lessons learned from transitioning back to clinical care after a stint in a nonclinical role Dr. Mehra's gradual exploration of alternative career paths Pursuing further education and its impact on the entrepreneurial mindset How Dr. Mehra's MBA experience sparked her entrepreneurial spirit and ultimately led her to launch her own telemedicine practice Insights into overcoming imposter syndrome and embracing uncertainty in career transitions The importance of self-reflection, mentorship, and perseverance in navigating a nontraditional medical career path   Links for this episode: Dr. Rinku Mehra’s Practice Website  https://www.themehraclinic.com/ For information on Dr. Mehra’s Doc Launch Academy for those of you wanting to start your own practice, contact her at doclaunchacademy@gmail.com  Use this QR code to join the waitlist! Physician Transition Starter Kit - A “must have” when you’re questioning your career path. This 25-page guide answers many of your questions about career transition, nonclinical options, and how to just get started. Episode #40: Could Chart Review Be for You? With Dr. Rinku Mehra  

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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!