Vital Signs: Thriving as a Woman in Medicine https://dianeshannon.podbean.com In healthcare, burnout rates are higher in women. In fact, forty percent of women physicians have cut back or left medicine within 6 years of completing training. Why? Is it added responsibilities at home? Gender bias at work? Invisible work at work? Mom guilt? Too much self-sacrifice and inability to say no? Poor boundaries, lack of time management skills, lack of self-care? In this podcast, we’ll explore the reasons why women in medicine are struggling—and more importantly, what to do about it. We can banish burnout and thrive as women in medicine. Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:44 -0400 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2024 All rights reserved. Education:Self-Improvement 1440 episodic Diane Shannon, MD Diane Shannon, MD No false https://feed.podbean.com/dianeshannon/feed.xml https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/17808453/Copy_of_Vital_Signs_3_8hp47.jpg Vital Signs: Thriving as a Woman in Medicine https://dianeshannon.podbean.com 144 144 Episode 162: Maintaining Joy Over the Span of Your Career with Dr. Sarah Grudberg Episode 162: Maintaining Joy Over the Span of Your Career with Dr. Sarah Grudberg https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-162-maintaining-joy-over-the-span-of-your-career-with-dr-sarah-grudberg/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-162-maintaining-joy-over-the-span-of-your-career-with-dr-sarah-grudberg/#comments Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:44 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/1f2d5c68-31ad-37aa-b787-13fc67e79962 Many of us fall into our careers in medicine without a plan for how to maintain our health and our careers over the long haul. As an internist for more than 30 years, Sarah Grudberg, MD, has found some elements to be essential to her career sustainability, including job fit, boundary-setting, and creating community at work. Join us as we examine these and other strategies to “stay in the game.”

Dr. Sarah Grudberg is an internist who works as a hospitalist and palliative care consultant at the VA Boston Healthcare System.

Connect with me on LinkedIn . If you have a question for Dr. Grudberg, I’ll pass it along.

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]]> Many of us fall into our careers in medicine without a plan for how to maintain our health and our careers over the long haul. As an internist for more than 30 years, Sarah Grudberg, MD, has found some elements to be essential to her career sustainability, including job fit, boundary-setting, and creating community at work. Join us as we examine these and other strategies to “stay in the game.”

Dr. Sarah Grudberg is an internist who works as a hospitalist and palliative care consultant at the VA Boston Healthcare System.

Connect with me on LinkedIn . If you have a question for Dr. Grudberg, I’ll pass it along.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1614 63 full Episode 161: Seeking Fair Pay with Dr. Amy Gottlieb Episode 161: Seeking Fair Pay with Dr. Amy Gottlieb https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-161-seeking-fair-pay-with-dr-amy-gottlieb/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-161-seeking-fair-pay-with-dr-amy-gottlieb/#comments Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:00:20 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/a3f1de9d-fe68-3e09-9760-662d5b58a149 Much has been written about the persistent gender pay disparity in medicine. It’s important for academic centers and health systems to address if they want to recruit and retain talented employees. Join me and my guest, Amy Gottlieb, MD, as we delve into the underlying causes of unfairness in pay and what to do about it.

Dr. Amy Gottlieb is an internal medicine physician and principal and founder of Grays West Advisors, a boutique advisory firm specializing in strategies that drive fair pay and professional opportunity. She has played a leadership role at the Association of American Medical Colleges for several years, including chair of the AAMC compensation equity advisory committee, which released a report earlier this year with recommendations for attaining and sustaining fair pay in academic medicine. 

Connect with Dr. Gottlieb at www.grayswestadvisorsllc.com.

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]]> Much has been written about the persistent gender pay disparity in medicine. It’s important for academic centers and health systems to address if they want to recruit and retain talented employees. Join me and my guest, Amy Gottlieb, MD, as we delve into the underlying causes of unfairness in pay and what to do about it.

Dr. Amy Gottlieb is an internal medicine physician and principal and founder of Grays West Advisors, a boutique advisory firm specializing in strategies that drive fair pay and professional opportunity. She has played a leadership role at the Association of American Medical Colleges for several years, including chair of the AAMC compensation equity advisory committee, which released a report earlier this year with recommendations for attaining and sustaining fair pay in academic medicine. 

Connect with Dr. Gottlieb at www.grayswestadvisorsllc.com.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1394 62 full Episode 160: The Impact on Healthcare Financing on Physician Well-Being with Dr. Amy Locke Episode 160: The Impact on Healthcare Financing on Physician Well-Being with Dr. Amy Locke https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-160-the-impact-on-healthcare-financing-on-physician-well-being-with-dr-amy-locke/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-160-the-impact-on-healthcare-financing-on-physician-well-being-with-dr-amy-locke/#comments Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:58:57 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/554cc7ff-2d33-3eaa-b53a-32e005364c01 In the past few years, a significant shift has occurred in payment for healthcare services, with fewer being covered. The increase in cost-shifting to patients means they are more frequently unable to afford recommended care. This impacts clinicians as well, and moral distress, emotional exhaustion, and burnout can result. In this episode, my guest, Amy Locke, MD, shares her perspective on the problem and potential solutions. 

Dr. Amy Locke is a family physician and Chief Wellness Officer and professor of Family and Community Medicine at University of Utah Health. 

Connect with Dr. Locke on LinkedIn.

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]]> In the past few years, a significant shift has occurred in payment for healthcare services, with fewer being covered. The increase in cost-shifting to patients means they are more frequently unable to afford recommended care. This impacts clinicians as well, and moral distress, emotional exhaustion, and burnout can result. In this episode, my guest, Amy Locke, MD, shares her perspective on the problem and potential solutions. 

Dr. Amy Locke is a family physician and Chief Wellness Officer and professor of Family and Community Medicine at University of Utah Health. 

Connect with Dr. Locke on LinkedIn.

Check out my TEDx talk! If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, connect with me here or at www.dianeshannon.com. 

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1240 61 full Episode 159: Understanding Imposter Phenomenon in Physicians with Dr. Michael Nevarez Episode 159: Understanding Imposter Phenomenon in Physicians with Dr. Michael Nevarez https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-159-understanding-imposter-phenomenon-in-physicians-with-dr-michael-nevarez/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-159-understanding-imposter-phenomenon-in-physicians-with-dr-michael-nevarez/#comments Tue, 28 Jul 2026 10:01:26 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/bd747f7b-7e65-3e5f-b05a-d6378702db20 Imposter phenomenon results from a mismatch between one’s self concept and their actual achievement. It can cause high-achieving professionals, including physicians, to hold themselves back from growth opportunities and advancement. It can also lead to overwork and burnout from trying to compensate for a sense of inadequacy. In this episode, my guest, Mike Nevarez, MD, MHS, describes the imposter phenomenon cycle, its consequences, and what individuals and organizations can do to address it. 

Dr. Mike Nevarez is a psychiatrist, leadership coach, team consultant, and researcher. He serves as Medical Director of Colleague Support at South Shore Health in Weymouth, Massachusetts, and is on the faculty at Harvard Medical School. He is also Assistant Director of the Harvard Study of Adult Development, one of the world’s longest-running studies of adult life, health, and happiness. His work focuses on helping leaders and teams to work in ways that are both more human and more effective.

Connect with Dr. Nevarez LinkedIn or at mike.nevarez.md@gmail.com.

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Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

 

]]> Imposter phenomenon results from a mismatch between one’s self concept and their actual achievement. It can cause high-achieving professionals, including physicians, to hold themselves back from growth opportunities and advancement. It can also lead to overwork and burnout from trying to compensate for a sense of inadequacy. In this episode, my guest, Mike Nevarez, MD, MHS, describes the imposter phenomenon cycle, its consequences, and what individuals and organizations can do to address it. 

Dr. Mike Nevarez is a psychiatrist, leadership coach, team consultant, and researcher. He serves as Medical Director of Colleague Support at South Shore Health in Weymouth, Massachusetts, and is on the faculty at Harvard Medical School. He is also Assistant Director of the Harvard Study of Adult Development, one of the world’s longest-running studies of adult life, health, and happiness. His work focuses on helping leaders and teams to work in ways that are both more human and more effective.

Connect with Dr. Nevarez LinkedIn or at mike.nevarez.md@gmail.com.

Check out my TEDx talk! If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, connect with me here or at www.dianeshannon.com. 

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1622 60 full Episode 158: Finding Belonging with Dr. Rani Nandiwada Episode 158: Finding Belonging with Dr. Rani Nandiwada https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-158-finding-belonging-with-dr-rani-nandiwada/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-158-finding-belonging-with-dr-rani-nandiwada/#comments Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:57:21 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/1b8cfbf0-7576-3140-9e43-3c943389c622 What is belonging and why does it matter? According to my guest, Rani Nandiwada, MD, MSEd, belonging is a sense that you can be your whole authentic self and be embraced and valued for it. When we don’t feel we belong at work and hold ourselves back, it can lead to exhaustion, anxiety, self-doubt, and the stifling of new, innovative ideas. In this episode, you’ll learn how to step into being your own version of a “sparkly cheeseball.” 

Dr. Rani Nandiwada is a practicing internist, University of Pennsylvania primary care residency Program Director, and president of the Mid-Atlantic chapter of the Society of General Internal Medicine. Her passion and expertise is coaching for excellence in medical education.

Connect with Dr. Nandiwada at rani.nandiwada@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.

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]]> What is belonging and why does it matter? According to my guest, Rani Nandiwada, MD, MSEd, belonging is a sense that you can be your whole authentic self and be embraced and valued for it. When we don’t feel we belong at work and hold ourselves back, it can lead to exhaustion, anxiety, self-doubt, and the stifling of new, innovative ideas. In this episode, you’ll learn how to step into being your own version of a “sparkly cheeseball.” 

Dr. Rani Nandiwada is a practicing internist, University of Pennsylvania primary care residency Program Director, and president of the Mid-Atlantic chapter of the Society of General Internal Medicine. Her passion and expertise is coaching for excellence in medical education.

Connect with Dr. Nandiwada at rani.nandiwada@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.

Check out my TEDx talk! If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, connect with me here or at www.dianeshannon.com. 

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1584 59 full Episode 157: Creating Intentional Community for Physicians with Dr. Dami Babaniji Episode 157: Creating Intentional Community for Physicians with Dr. Dami Babaniji https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-157-creating-intentional-community-for-physicians-with-dr-dami-babaniji/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-157-creating-intentional-community-for-physicians-with-dr-dami-babaniji/#comments Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:45:31 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/e90f9bc9-8349-34a2-bfb4-739051f75dc8 When you’re really busy or experiencing burnout, it can feel isolating. It’s easy to believe you’re the only one struggling to get through the work day. In this episode, my guest, Dami Babaniji, MD, shares her personal experience with burnout–and the initiatives she’s undertaken at her organization to address burnout and create supportive communities for physicians. Tip: she shares some great ideas you can take back to your leadership!

Dr. Dami Babaniji is an academic hospitalist physician and Medical Director of Clinician Wellbeing at a healthcare organization in Dallas, Texas. Her passion is healing healers. 

Connect with Dr. Babaniji on LinkedIn.

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]]> When you’re really busy or experiencing burnout, it can feel isolating. It’s easy to believe you’re the only one struggling to get through the work day. In this episode, my guest, Dami Babaniji, MD, shares her personal experience with burnout–and the initiatives she’s undertaken at her organization to address burnout and create supportive communities for physicians. Tip: she shares some great ideas you can take back to your leadership!

Dr. Dami Babaniji is an academic hospitalist physician and Medical Director of Clinician Wellbeing at a healthcare organization in Dallas, Texas. Her passion is healing healers. 

Connect with Dr. Babaniji on LinkedIn.

Check out my TEDx talk! If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, connect with me here or at www.dianeshannon.com. 

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1468 58 full Episode 156: Finding influence at work with Dr. Christine Sinsky Episode 156: Finding influence at work with Dr. Christine Sinsky https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-156-finding-influence-at-work-with-dr-christine-sinsky/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-156-finding-influence-at-work-with-dr-christine-sinsky/#comments Tue, 26 May 2026 09:51:48 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/c04d9365-d4f4-322e-bc1a-e82103fcfefc Over the past decade, more physicians have moved to employed positions and experienced less autonomy and control over their work than previously. The erosion of influence has adversely affected professional satisfaction. My guest, Christine Sinsky, shares her expert opinion on steps physicians can take to find more agency and enjoy their work again. 

Dr. Christine Sinsky is a retired internist who practiced for 32 years and past Vice President of Professional Satisfaction at the American Medical Association. Her career is about working to create the conditions where joy, purpose, and meaning in work are possible for physicians and their teams. 

Check out my TEDx talk! If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, connect with me here or at www.dianeshannon.com. 

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]]> Over the past decade, more physicians have moved to employed positions and experienced less autonomy and control over their work than previously. The erosion of influence has adversely affected professional satisfaction. My guest, Christine Sinsky, shares her expert opinion on steps physicians can take to find more agency and enjoy their work again. 

Dr. Christine Sinsky is a retired internist who practiced for 32 years and past Vice President of Professional Satisfaction at the American Medical Association. Her career is about working to create the conditions where joy, purpose, and meaning in work are possible for physicians and their teams. 

Check out my TEDx talk! If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, connect with me here or at www.dianeshannon.com. 

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1365 57 full Episode 155: Saying Yes, Even When…with Dr. Grace Perez-Lirio Episode 155: Saying Yes, Even When…with Dr. Grace Perez-Lirio https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-155-saying-yes-even-when%e2%80%a6with-dr-grace-perez-lirio/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-155-saying-yes-even-when%e2%80%a6with-dr-grace-perez-lirio/#comments Tue, 05 May 2026 10:06:06 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/b3d0bdd1-5669-30e8-a26d-8a749be77f78 Capable women physicians may hesitate to step into leadership roles and other opportunities for a host of reasons. Feeling not quite ready, concern about work overload, discomfort with managing peers. My guest, Grace Perez-Lirio, MD, FACP, shares her not-so-straightforward journey to leadership and an important message for women physicians who have held back. 

Dr. Grace Perez-Lirio is a primary care physician and Regional Medical Director at Beth Israel Lahey Health Primary Care Needham. Her passion is helping physicians find solutions to their work challenges. 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, the next step is a conversation. More info here about how to do that. Don’t stay stuck; it’s not worth it!

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Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

 

]]> Capable women physicians may hesitate to step into leadership roles and other opportunities for a host of reasons. Feeling not quite ready, concern about work overload, discomfort with managing peers. My guest, Grace Perez-Lirio, MD, FACP, shares her not-so-straightforward journey to leadership and an important message for women physicians who have held back. 

Dr. Grace Perez-Lirio is a primary care physician and Regional Medical Director at Beth Israel Lahey Health Primary Care Needham. Her passion is helping physicians find solutions to their work challenges. 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, the next step is a conversation. More info here about how to do that. Don’t stay stuck; it’s not worth it!

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1453 56 full Episode 154: Seeking Sustainable Options for Primary Care Physicians with Dr. Diane London Episode 154: Seeking Sustainable Options for Primary Care Physicians with Dr. Diane London https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-154-seeking-sustainable-options-for-primary-care-physicians-with-dr-diane-london/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-154-seeking-sustainable-options-for-primary-care-physicians-with-dr-diane-london/#comments Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:27:23 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/c5070ed0-6af9-3770-955f-f7c6500f2f07 Primary care physicians are stretched thin these days, and many have found the work simply not sustainable. Patients are feeling the effects, with long wait times for appointments and difficulty finding a new PCP. 

Join me and my guest, Diane London, MD, as she shares her wisdom gleaned over several decades, on options for “staying in the game” as a primary care physician. 

Dr. Diane London is a primary care internist and Director for Medical Education at a suburban community hospital outside of Boston. Her passion and expertise is complex patient care. 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, the next step is a conversation. More info here about how to do that. Don’t stay stuck; it’s not worth it!

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]]> Primary care physicians are stretched thin these days, and many have found the work simply not sustainable. Patients are feeling the effects, with long wait times for appointments and difficulty finding a new PCP. 

Join me and my guest, Diane London, MD, as she shares her wisdom gleaned over several decades, on options for “staying in the game” as a primary care physician. 

Dr. Diane London is a primary care internist and Director for Medical Education at a suburban community hospital outside of Boston. Her passion and expertise is complex patient care. 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, the next step is a conversation. More info here about how to do that. Don’t stay stuck; it’s not worth it!

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1429 55 full Episode 153: Moving Ahead Despite Imposter Feelings with Dr. Darilyn Moyer Episode 153: Moving Ahead Despite Imposter Feelings with Dr. Darilyn Moyer https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-153-moving-ahead-despite-imposter-feelings-with-dr-darilyn-moyer/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-153-moving-ahead-despite-imposter-feelings-with-dr-darilyn-moyer/#comments Tue, 23 Dec 2025 07:49:19 -0500 dianeshannon.podbean.com/1098984d-6686-3015-af3e-0e704653cf2e You get a nudge about an opportunity to advance in your career, and you wonder, “Did they mean to nudge me? I’m not qualified!” Sound familiar? 

Join me and my guest, Darilyn Moyer, MD, as she shares insights on overcoming self-doubt gleaned from her career as an “accidental physician CEO.” 

Dr. Dariyn Moyer is Executive Vice President and CEO of the American College of Physicians. Her passion is bringing her skills to the next generation of clinicians and medical educators. 

Connect with Dr. Moyer on LinkedIn. 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

]]> You get a nudge about an opportunity to advance in your career, and you wonder, “Did they mean to nudge me? I’m not qualified!” Sound familiar? 

Join me and my guest, Darilyn Moyer, MD, as she shares insights on overcoming self-doubt gleaned from her career as an “accidental physician CEO.” 

Dr. Dariyn Moyer is Executive Vice President and CEO of the American College of Physicians. Her passion is bringing her skills to the next generation of clinicians and medical educators. 

Connect with Dr. Moyer on LinkedIn. 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1549 54 full Episode 152: Naming Administrative Harm with Dr. Marisha Burden Episode 152: Naming Administrative Harm with Dr. Marisha Burden https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-152-naming-administrative-harm-with-dr-marisha-burden/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-152-naming-administrative-harm-with-dr-marisha-burden/#comments Tue, 09 Dec 2025 09:57:42 -0500 dianeshannon.podbean.com/8348ac11-9836-37f8-8ab1-57f8d22480c7 If you’re a clinician, you’ve likely experienced or observed administrative harm, even if you’ve never heard the term before. What is it? What causes it? And how can we move to a better way of making and implementing administrative decisions? Listen in and learn from my guest, Marisha Burden, MD, MBA. 

Dr. Marisha Burden is Division Head of Hospital Medicine and Professor of Medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Her area of expertise is research and thought leadership on administrative harm and evidence-based work design in healthcare. 

Connect with Dr. Burden on LinkedIn. 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

]]> If you’re a clinician, you’ve likely experienced or observed administrative harm, even if you’ve never heard the term before. What is it? What causes it? And how can we move to a better way of making and implementing administrative decisions? Listen in and learn from my guest, Marisha Burden, MD, MBA. 

Dr. Marisha Burden is Division Head of Hospital Medicine and Professor of Medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Her area of expertise is research and thought leadership on administrative harm and evidence-based work design in healthcare. 

Connect with Dr. Burden on LinkedIn. 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1375 53 full Episode 151: Creating a Superior Work Environment with Dr. Gaurava Agarwal Episode 151: Creating a Superior Work Environment with Dr. Gaurava Agarwal https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-151-creating-a-superior-work-environment-with-dr-gaurava-agarwal/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-151-creating-a-superior-work-environment-with-dr-gaurava-agarwal/#comments Tue, 25 Nov 2025 09:48:49 -0500 dianeshannon.podbean.com/cf374e45-2685-3f79-b7d0-5bd4aadf3c87 A professional conference this fall, I had a short conversation with a colleague as we went from one breakout to another. Gaurava Agarwal, MD, shared that my social media posts on the challenges that women in medicine face had inspired him to dig into the data at his organization. That was flattering, but what really inspired me was hearing about the steps the organization has taken to help women physicians thrive by addressing the challenges that all clinicians face. Listen in to hear a practical and effective approach that you can take to your workplace. 

Dr. Gaurava Agarwal is Chief Wellness Executive/Vice President at Northwestern Medicine in Chicago. His area of expertise is organizational and occupational psychiatry. 

Connect with Dr. Agarwal on LinkedIn. 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

]]> A professional conference this fall, I had a short conversation with a colleague as we went from one breakout to another. Gaurava Agarwal, MD, shared that my social media posts on the challenges that women in medicine face had inspired him to dig into the data at his organization. That was flattering, but what really inspired me was hearing about the steps the organization has taken to help women physicians thrive by addressing the challenges that all clinicians face. Listen in to hear a practical and effective approach that you can take to your workplace. 

Dr. Gaurava Agarwal is Chief Wellness Executive/Vice President at Northwestern Medicine in Chicago. His area of expertise is organizational and occupational psychiatry. 

Connect with Dr. Agarwal on LinkedIn. 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

Reviews are greatly appreciated.

Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1683 52 full Episode 150: Walking Our Way to Wellness with Dr. Rebecca Levine Episode 150: Walking Our Way to Wellness with Dr. Rebecca Levine https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-150-walking-our-way-to-wellness-with-dr-rebecca-levine/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-150-walking-our-way-to-wellness-with-dr-rebecca-levine/#comments Tue, 11 Nov 2025 10:46:08 -0500 dianeshannon.podbean.com/20324493-bc0c-3715-8bb3-4443b407c8ea Work stress can easily spill over to our personal lives, affecting our physical health, mental health, and general outlook on life. Interventions to improve physician wellness can be complex, costly, and challenging to spread. 

My guest, Dr. Rebecca Levine, created an alternative: a walking program for clinical staff that has reduced burnout and stress. How did she do it? Listen in to find out. Perhaps you’ll be inspired to create a program yourself!

Rebecca Levine, MD, is a Family Medicine physician at Oak Street Health in Chicago, where she also leads educational and wellness programs. Her passion is narrative medicine. 

Connect with Dr. Levine on LinkedIn.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

 

 

]]> Work stress can easily spill over to our personal lives, affecting our physical health, mental health, and general outlook on life. Interventions to improve physician wellness can be complex, costly, and challenging to spread. 

My guest, Dr. Rebecca Levine, created an alternative: a walking program for clinical staff that has reduced burnout and stress. How did she do it? Listen in to find out. Perhaps you’ll be inspired to create a program yourself!

Rebecca Levine, MD, is a Family Medicine physician at Oak Street Health in Chicago, where she also leads educational and wellness programs. Her passion is narrative medicine. 

Connect with Dr. Levine on LinkedIn.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

 

 

]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1325 51 full Episode 149: Fostering Gender Parity in Healthcare Leadership with Felisa Schneider Episode 149: Fostering Gender Parity in Healthcare Leadership with Felisa Schneider https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-149-fostering-gender-parity-in-healthcare-leadership-with-felisa-schneider/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-149-fostering-gender-parity-in-healthcare-leadership-with-felisa-schneider/#comments Tue, 28 Oct 2025 10:06:21 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/f6859edd-d984-3be3-8f1b-e79e869a409f “Women are over-mentored and under-sponsored.” What does that mean and why does it matter? Listen in to my conversation with Felisa Schneider to out and learn why improving gender parity in leadership is a win for everyone. 

Felisa Schneider is the Chief Operating Officer of the Carol Emmott Foundation, a national nonprofit dedicated to achieving gender parity in healthcare leadership and governance. Her passion is supporting women in all different industries. 

Connect with Ms. Schneider at the Carol Emmott Foundation or on LinkedIn. 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

 

]]> “Women are over-mentored and under-sponsored.” What does that mean and why does it matter? Listen in to my conversation with Felisa Schneider to out and learn why improving gender parity in leadership is a win for everyone. 

Felisa Schneider is the Chief Operating Officer of the Carol Emmott Foundation, a national nonprofit dedicated to achieving gender parity in healthcare leadership and governance. Her passion is supporting women in all different industries. 

Connect with Ms. Schneider at the Carol Emmott Foundation or on LinkedIn. 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

 

]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1819 50 full Episode 148: Building Our Capacity Through Connection and Self-Compassion with Kelly Holder Episode 148: Building Our Capacity Through Connection and Self-Compassion with Kelly Holder https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-148-building-our-capacity-through-connection-and-self-compassion-with-kelly-holder/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-148-building-our-capacity-through-connection-and-self-compassion-with-kelly-holder/#comments Thu, 16 Oct 2025 14:19:01 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/f8bf7dbf-55d4-3d81-88e6-6209ac963532 Feeling like you’re the only one struggling with a recurring challenge, like getting charts closed and messages answered, can be very isolating. Given how time-strapped everyone in healthcare is today, trudging on alone seems like the only option. Listen in as my guest, Kelly Holder, shares her insights about building our capacity through connection and self-compassion. 

Kelly Holder, PhD, is Director of Oncology Mental Health and Wellness for the Cancer Network of West Michigan. Her passion is well-being.

Connect with Ms. Holder on LinkedIn or IG @kellydholerphd.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

 

]]> Feeling like you’re the only one struggling with a recurring challenge, like getting charts closed and messages answered, can be very isolating. Given how time-strapped everyone in healthcare is today, trudging on alone seems like the only option. Listen in as my guest, Kelly Holder, shares her insights about building our capacity through connection and self-compassion. 

Kelly Holder, PhD, is Director of Oncology Mental Health and Wellness for the Cancer Network of West Michigan. Her passion is well-being.

Connect with Ms. Holder on LinkedIn or IG @kellydholerphd.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

 

]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1492 49 full Episode 147: Why Meeting the Needs of Providers Matters with Alisha Wallace-Smith Episode 147: Why Meeting the Needs of Providers Matters with Alisha Wallace-Smith https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-147-why-meeting-the-needs-of-providers-matters-with-alisha-wallace-smith/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-147-why-meeting-the-needs-of-providers-matters-with-alisha-wallace-smith/#comments Tue, 30 Sep 2025 09:37:13 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/da29b5ea-6ed3-3bf1-af97-0f1fb4942d39 The pandemic has had a huge impact on the healthcare workforce. How do we meet their current needs? Why does this matter? Listen in to hear a healthcare leader weigh in on where the levers are for meeting these needs and why it’s critical today. 

Alisha Wallace-Smith, MHA, is president of the American College of Healthcare Executives of Greater Charlotte and clinical provider liaison for Continuum Health Providers. Her expertise is clinical quality and patient safety. 

Connect with Ms. Wallace-Smith on LinkedIn. 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

]]> The pandemic has had a huge impact on the healthcare workforce. How do we meet their current needs? Why does this matter? Listen in to hear a healthcare leader weigh in on where the levers are for meeting these needs and why it’s critical today. 

Alisha Wallace-Smith, MHA, is president of the American College of Healthcare Executives of Greater Charlotte and clinical provider liaison for Continuum Health Providers. Her expertise is clinical quality and patient safety. 

Connect with Ms. Wallace-Smith on LinkedIn. 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

Reviews are greatly appreciated.

Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1885 48 full Episode 146: Addressing the Gender Wage Gap in Family Medicine with Dr. Yalda Jabbarpour Episode 146: Addressing the Gender Wage Gap in Family Medicine with Dr. Yalda Jabbarpour https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-146-addressing-the-gender-wage-gap-in-family-medicine-with-dr-yalda-jabbarpour/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-146-addressing-the-gender-wage-gap-in-family-medicine-with-dr-yalda-jabbarpour/#comments Tue, 16 Sep 2025 11:03:55 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/1d2a723f-b364-3231-ba0a-9bcbe18171d5 Given the large number of women in the specialty, researchers were surprised when family medicine showed a gender wage gap, with male physicians receiving higher compensation than their female colleagues. What solutions could bring wage parity to family medicine? How might parity serve women physicians - and patients too? Learn more from my guest, Dr. Yalda Jabbarpour.

Yalda Jabbarpour, MD, is a family physician and Director of the Robert Graham Center for Policy Studies. Her expertise is generating policy-relevant research to support solutions for primary care physicians. 

Connect with Dr. Jabbarpour at the Robert Graham Center. 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

]]> Given the large number of women in the specialty, researchers were surprised when family medicine showed a gender wage gap, with male physicians receiving higher compensation than their female colleagues. What solutions could bring wage parity to family medicine? How might parity serve women physicians - and patients too? Learn more from my guest, Dr. Yalda Jabbarpour.

Yalda Jabbarpour, MD, is a family physician and Director of the Robert Graham Center for Policy Studies. Her expertise is generating policy-relevant research to support solutions for primary care physicians. 

Connect with Dr. Jabbarpour at the Robert Graham Center. 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1371 47 full Episode 145: Navigating Family Life as a Busy Physician with Dr. Annabelle Volgman Episode 145: Navigating Family Life as a Busy Physician with Dr. Annabelle Volgman https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-145-navigating-family-life-as-a-busy-physician-with-dr-annabelle-volgman/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-145-navigating-family-life-as-a-busy-physician-with-dr-annabelle-volgman/#comments Tue, 02 Sep 2025 09:11:28 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/c45d122f-798b-3cd3-b564-bcd8e001fa34 Pregnancy and family life can be challenging. From protecting your health when pregnant to finding and paying for child care. Listen in as Dr. Annabelle Volgman shares wisdom gleaned from a successful career in cardiology. 

Annabelle Volgman, MD, is the McMullan-Eybel Endowed Chair for Excellence in Clinical Cardiology at Rush University Medical Center. Her expertise is taking care of women with heart disease. 

Connect with Dr. Volgman on LinkedIn.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

]]> Pregnancy and family life can be challenging. From protecting your health when pregnant to finding and paying for child care. Listen in as Dr. Annabelle Volgman shares wisdom gleaned from a successful career in cardiology. 

Annabelle Volgman, MD, is the McMullan-Eybel Endowed Chair for Excellence in Clinical Cardiology at Rush University Medical Center. Her expertise is taking care of women with heart disease. 

Connect with Dr. Volgman on LinkedIn.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1280 46 full Episode 144: Creating a Great Place to Work with Michael Bush Episode 144: Creating a Great Place to Work with Michael Bush https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-144-creating-a-great-place-to-work-with-michael-bush/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-144-creating-a-great-place-to-work-with-michael-bush/#comments Tue, 19 Aug 2025 08:22:29 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/79403dd7-b066-3362-9fa3-764fff8a373d You probably have a sense of whether your organization is a great place to work for, or not. But do you know the factors that determine that? And can you name the #1 most important driver?  Join me and my guest, Michael Bush, as he reveals the secret and tells us why “healthcare is an anomaly.”

Michael Bush is CEO of Great Place to Work, a research and analytics company that produces the annual Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work for list. Connect with Mr. Bush at https://www.greatplacetowork.com/michael-c-bush. 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

]]> You probably have a sense of whether your organization is a great place to work for, or not. But do you know the factors that determine that? And can you name the #1 most important driver?  Join me and my guest, Michael Bush, as he reveals the secret and tells us why “healthcare is an anomaly.”

Michael Bush is CEO of Great Place to Work, a research and analytics company that produces the annual Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work for list. Connect with Mr. Bush at https://www.greatplacetowork.com/michael-c-bush. 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1493 45 full Episode 143: Owning Our Value with Dr. Michelle Bailey Episode 143: Owning Our Value with Dr. Michelle Bailey https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-143-owning-our-value-with-dr-michelle-bailey/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-143-owning-our-value-with-dr-michelle-bailey/#comments Tue, 05 Aug 2025 09:52:54 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/03b71b58-30e5-34e6-b364-a30ead4277e2 Are you uncomfortable with the idea of promoting yourself? Does the idea of negotiating for a title or benefits trigger all kinds of stress in you? You’re not alone. Join me and my guest, Michelle Bailey, MD, as we look at why speaking up for our careers is so challenging and why it’s so important.

Dr. Michelle Bailey is a physician career and life coach and an executive medical director working at a global contract research organization.

Connect with Dr. Bailey on LinkedIn and on Instagram at @thedrmichellebailey.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

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]]> Are you uncomfortable with the idea of promoting yourself? Does the idea of negotiating for a title or benefits trigger all kinds of stress in you? You’re not alone. Join me and my guest, Michelle Bailey, MD, as we look at why speaking up for our careers is so challenging and why it’s so important.

Dr. Michelle Bailey is a physician career and life coach and an executive medical director working at a global contract research organization.

Connect with Dr. Bailey on LinkedIn and on Instagram at @thedrmichellebailey.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1790 44 full Episode 142: Creating Changemakers with Dr. Andrea Austin Episode 142: Creating Changemakers with Dr. Andrea Austin https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-142-creating-changemakers-with-dr-andrea-austin/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-142-creating-changemakers-with-dr-andrea-austin/#comments Tue, 22 Jul 2025 10:17:30 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/67b37b49-fee8-337e-a1e9-5e85f32ff469 We know that our healthcare system too often fails patients and the healthcare workforce who cares for them. Individuals can feel they lack the ability to affect improvements in the larger system. How can I shift this? Join me and my guest, Andrea Austin, MD, to hear about her new research on what makes for changemakers in healthcare–and how we can create more of them. 

Dr. Andrea Austin is an emergency medicine physician and educator in southern California. Her passion is changemaking in healthcare. 

Contact Dr. Austin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreaaustinmd or https://www.andreaaustinmd.com. 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

 

]]> We know that our healthcare system too often fails patients and the healthcare workforce who cares for them. Individuals can feel they lack the ability to affect improvements in the larger system. How can I shift this? Join me and my guest, Andrea Austin, MD, to hear about her new research on what makes for changemakers in healthcare–and how we can create more of them. 

Dr. Andrea Austin is an emergency medicine physician and educator in southern California. Her passion is changemaking in healthcare. 

Contact Dr. Austin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreaaustinmd or https://www.andreaaustinmd.com. 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1970 43 full Episode 141: Redefining Success with Dr. Cindy Van Praag Episode 141: Redefining Success with Dr. Cindy Van Praag https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-141-redefining-success-with-dr-cindy-van-praag/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-141-redefining-success-with-dr-cindy-van-praag/#comments Tue, 08 Jul 2025 09:40:48 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/a41b06e2-125d-3872-83d0-ffd75080086e Do you ever feel like you’re pulled in so many different directions and your energy is spread so thin that something has to give? Join me and my guest, Cindy Van Praag, MD, as we explore the myth or mirage of “having it all.” 

Dr. Cindy Van Praag is an anesthesiologist and physician coach who founded Inspired Mom MDs. Her passion is helping physician moms take back control and find time for what matters most so they can thrive at work and home. You may connect with her at InspiredMomMDs.com or on Linked In.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

]]> Do you ever feel like you’re pulled in so many different directions and your energy is spread so thin that something has to give? Join me and my guest, Cindy Van Praag, MD, as we explore the myth or mirage of “having it all.” 

Dr. Cindy Van Praag is an anesthesiologist and physician coach who founded Inspired Mom MDs. Her passion is helping physician moms take back control and find time for what matters most so they can thrive at work and home. You may connect with her at InspiredMomMDs.com or on Linked In.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1407 42 full Episode 140: Breaking Down Barriers to Real PTO with Dr. Jill Jin Episode 140: Breaking Down Barriers to Real PTO with Dr. Jill Jin https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-140-breaking-down-barriers-to-real-pto-with-dr-jill-jin/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-140-breaking-down-barriers-to-real-pto-with-dr-jill-jin/#comments Tue, 24 Jun 2025 09:22:29 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/4d7c9a11-a5c2-3ac0-aac2-480a2fbb205a Let’s face it: for many physicians taking time away from work to recharge is challenging and stressful in its own right. Concerns about coverage, the onslaught of work when you return, the financial implications make taking PTO less than optimal. Join me and my guest, Dr. Jill Jin, as we delve into ways to make time fully off duty a reality. 

Jill O. Jin, MD,  is a clinical associate professor of Internal Medicine at Northwestern Medicine and a senior physician advisor in professional satisfaction at the American Medical Association. Her passion is working with practices and health systems to combat physician burnout and support organizational well-being. 

Connect with Dr. Jin at the AMA STEPS Forward website - stepsforward.org.

View my PTO toolkit here: https://edhub.ama-assn.org/steps-forward/module/2820183

 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

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]]> Let’s face it: for many physicians taking time away from work to recharge is challenging and stressful in its own right. Concerns about coverage, the onslaught of work when you return, the financial implications make taking PTO less than optimal. Join me and my guest, Dr. Jill Jin, as we delve into ways to make time fully off duty a reality. 

Jill O. Jin, MD,  is a clinical associate professor of Internal Medicine at Northwestern Medicine and a senior physician advisor in professional satisfaction at the American Medical Association. Her passion is working with practices and health systems to combat physician burnout and support organizational well-being. 

Connect with Dr. Jin at the AMA STEPS Forward website - stepsforward.org.

View my PTO toolkit here: https://edhub.ama-assn.org/steps-forward/module/2820183

 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1884 41 full Episode 139: Negotiating for Admin Support and Resources with Dr. Ashwini Nadkarni Episode 139: Negotiating for Admin Support and Resources with Dr. Ashwini Nadkarni https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-139-negotiating-for-admin-support-and-resources-with-dr-ashwini-nadkarni/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-139-negotiating-for-admin-support-and-resources-with-dr-ashwini-nadkarni/#comments Tue, 10 Jun 2025 11:12:01 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/58709988-24d3-369e-bcbf-5bd7979b9efe Research has shown that women in academic medicine, who are often in junior positions, receive less administrative support. For this reason, they may spend time doing these tasks themselves, leaving less time for professional advancement. If this sounds familiar, listen to my conversation with Dr. Ashwini Nadkarni as she shares her insights and suggestions for getting the support you need. Hint: her recommendations also apply to women in non-teaching settings. 

Ashwini Nadkarni, MD,  is an Assistant  Professor at Harvard Medical School and Associate Medical Director at Brigham Psychiatric Specialties in Boston.  Her passion is enhancing the voice, visibility, and well-being of healthcare workers. 

Connect with Dr. Nadkarni on Instagram or LinkedIn.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

]]> Research has shown that women in academic medicine, who are often in junior positions, receive less administrative support. For this reason, they may spend time doing these tasks themselves, leaving less time for professional advancement. If this sounds familiar, listen to my conversation with Dr. Ashwini Nadkarni as she shares her insights and suggestions for getting the support you need. Hint: her recommendations also apply to women in non-teaching settings. 

Ashwini Nadkarni, MD,  is an Assistant  Professor at Harvard Medical School and Associate Medical Director at Brigham Psychiatric Specialties in Boston.  Her passion is enhancing the voice, visibility, and well-being of healthcare workers. 

Connect with Dr. Nadkarni on Instagram or LinkedIn.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1731 40 full Episode 138: Navigating Uncertainty in Medicine with Dr. Kerri Palamara Episode 138: Navigating Uncertainty in Medicine with Dr. Kerri Palamara https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-138-navigating-uncertainty-in-medicine-with-dr-kerri-palamara/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-138-navigating-uncertainty-in-medicine-with-dr-kerri-palamara/#comments Tue, 27 May 2025 09:45:49 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/b744badc-8d9b-3c8a-9559-83bc6a136ed0 If there is one thing that is certain about our world today, including our work in healthcare, it is uncertainty. How do we manage? How can we navigate uncertain times with more groundedness and well-being? Join me and my guest, Dr. Kerri Palamara, as we explore these questions. Don’t miss out on her very sage advice!

Kerri Palamara, MD,  is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and Director of the Center for Professional Well-Being at Massachusetts General Hospital. Her expertise is well-being centered leadership.

Connect with her at kpalamara@mgh.org.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

 

]]> If there is one thing that is certain about our world today, including our work in healthcare, it is uncertainty. How do we manage? How can we navigate uncertain times with more groundedness and well-being? Join me and my guest, Dr. Kerri Palamara, as we explore these questions. Don’t miss out on her very sage advice!

Kerri Palamara, MD,  is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and Director of the Center for Professional Well-Being at Massachusetts General Hospital. Her expertise is well-being centered leadership.

Connect with her at kpalamara@mgh.org.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

 

]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1668 39 full Episode 137: Lead Your Way with Dr. Gretchen Rickards Episode 137: Lead Your Way with Dr. Gretchen Rickards https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-137-lead-your-way-with-dr-gretchen-rickards/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-137-lead-your-way-with-dr-gretchen-rickards/#comments Tue, 13 May 2025 09:16:18 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/ded8e284-2889-3f39-9738-c3a2a7b9ea10 Are you leading your career or is it leading you? In this episode, my collaborator, Gretchen Rickards, MD, and I share our inspiration for our transformational retreat coming this Fall. 

Too often women in medicine feel stretched thin, wonder if their path in medicine is sustainable, and want to grow professionally but feel pulled in different directions. If this resonates, listen in to hear why our retreat is meant for you!

More information about the retreat is here. Or feel free to contact either one of us with questions!

Dr. Gretchen Rickards is an internal medicine physician and a leadership and transition coach. Although she works with executives and leaders in different industries, her passion is helping women physicians create sustainable careers and lead with confidence. 

Connect with Dr. Rickards at gretchen@gretchenrickards.com or www.gretchenrickards.com.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

 

]]> Are you leading your career or is it leading you? In this episode, my collaborator, Gretchen Rickards, MD, and I share our inspiration for our transformational retreat coming this Fall. 

Too often women in medicine feel stretched thin, wonder if their path in medicine is sustainable, and want to grow professionally but feel pulled in different directions. If this resonates, listen in to hear why our retreat is meant for you!

More information about the retreat is here. Or feel free to contact either one of us with questions!

Dr. Gretchen Rickards is an internal medicine physician and a leadership and transition coach. Although she works with executives and leaders in different industries, her passion is helping women physicians create sustainable careers and lead with confidence. 

Connect with Dr. Rickards at gretchen@gretchenrickards.com or www.gretchenrickards.com.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

 

]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1365 38 full Episode 136: Harnessing the Power of Vulnerability with Dr. Charu Gupta Episode 136: Harnessing the Power of Vulnerability with Dr. Charu Gupta https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-136-harnessing-the-power-of-vulnerability-with-dr-charu-gupta/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-136-harnessing-the-power-of-vulnerability-with-dr-charu-gupta/#comments Tue, 29 Apr 2025 09:52:00 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/303e620a-c7cd-32e8-b452-01ca34371796 We receive messages in our medical training about what it is to be a physician. One message many of us receive is that we must be superhuman, hiding our feelings and needs. Join me and my guest, Charu Gupta, MD, as we talk about being vulnerable. What are the potential benefits? What does being vulnerable as a physician look like?

Dr. Charu Gupta is a clinical assistant professor of cardiology in Chicago. She has a special interest in heart failure and women’s health. 

Connect with Dr. Gupta at cgupta@northshore.org

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

]]> We receive messages in our medical training about what it is to be a physician. One message many of us receive is that we must be superhuman, hiding our feelings and needs. Join me and my guest, Charu Gupta, MD, as we talk about being vulnerable. What are the potential benefits? What does being vulnerable as a physician look like?

Dr. Charu Gupta is a clinical assistant professor of cardiology in Chicago. She has a special interest in heart failure and women’s health. 

Connect with Dr. Gupta at cgupta@northshore.org

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1667 37 full Episode 135: Moving to an Inner Authority with Dr. Sarah Webber Episode 135: Moving to an Inner Authority with Dr. Sarah Webber https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-135-moving-to-an-inner-authority-with-dr-sarah-webber/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-135-moving-to-an-inner-authority-with-dr-sarah-webber/#comments Tue, 15 Apr 2025 10:34:58 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/82e408d0-d70b-3914-bae9-ba500fa6862f Overfunctioning. In training it is often rewarded, leading many of us to continue this way of being until we hit a wall or become stuck. Join me and my guest, Sarah Webber, MD, as we look at the costs of overworking and potential solutions, including owning our choices, values, and preferences from an inner authority. 

Dr. Sarah Webber is an associate professor of Pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin and a Physician Development Coach. Her passion is shifting the healthcare culture to be a healthy place for patients and employees. 

Connect with Dr. Sarah Webber on LinkedIn at: linkedin.com/in/sarah-webber-md-414506293  or at www.sarahwebbermdcoaching.com.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

]]> Overfunctioning. In training it is often rewarded, leading many of us to continue this way of being until we hit a wall or become stuck. Join me and my guest, Sarah Webber, MD, as we look at the costs of overworking and potential solutions, including owning our choices, values, and preferences from an inner authority. 

Dr. Sarah Webber is an associate professor of Pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin and a Physician Development Coach. Her passion is shifting the healthcare culture to be a healthy place for patients and employees. 

Connect with Dr. Sarah Webber on LinkedIn at: linkedin.com/in/sarah-webber-md-414506293  or at www.sarahwebbermdcoaching.com.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1359 36 full Episode 134: Flexing Your Communication Style to be Heard with Dr. Amy Young Episode 134: Flexing Your Communication Style to be Heard with Dr. Amy Young https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-134-flexing-your-communication-style-to-be-heard-with-dr-amy-young/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-134-flexing-your-communication-style-to-be-heard-with-dr-amy-young/#comments Tue, 01 Apr 2025 09:14:35 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/dd8eead5-a29d-3550-b366-2cc44d20c887 Many physicians today report feeling they aren’t valued by their organizations. New research by Dr. Amy Young and others shows a direct connection between leadership behavior, specifically communication, physicians feeling valued, and increased risk of burnout. 

Dr. Amy Young is a professor of Business Communication at the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan. Her expertise is leadership communication, positive organizational culture, and workplace well-being. She’s also my sister. Our professional passions have converged, and I’m excited to have her back on Vital Signs to continue exploring what positive organizational scholarship can teach all of us in healthcare. 

In today’s episode, we’ll be referring to a model of communication styles. Check out a visual depiction here. 

Connect with Dr. Young at LinkedIn or  baldwin@umich.edu.

 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

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If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

 

]]> Many physicians today report feeling they aren’t valued by their organizations. New research by Dr. Amy Young and others shows a direct connection between leadership behavior, specifically communication, physicians feeling valued, and increased risk of burnout. 

Dr. Amy Young is a professor of Business Communication at the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan. Her expertise is leadership communication, positive organizational culture, and workplace well-being. She’s also my sister. Our professional passions have converged, and I’m excited to have her back on Vital Signs to continue exploring what positive organizational scholarship can teach all of us in healthcare. 

In today’s episode, we’ll be referring to a model of communication styles. Check out a visual depiction here. 

Connect with Dr. Young at LinkedIn or  baldwin@umich.edu.

 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

 

]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1796 35 full Episode 133: Optimizing Your Clinical Day with Dr. Sarah Smith Episode 133: Optimizing Your Clinical Day with Dr. Sarah Smith https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-133-optimizing-your-clinical-day-with-dr-sarah-smith/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-133-optimizing-your-clinical-day-with-dr-sarah-smith/#comments Tue, 18 Mar 2025 09:14:54 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/acd3cc91-642b-3666-869e-25be1246810a How many hours per week are you charting outside the clinic day? How often do you feel caught in clinic visits that go on too long or portal message volleys that sap both time and energy? If you’re looking for an alternative, listen in as my guest, Dr. Sarah Smith, shares her expertise on how to improve your clinic day and leave work at work. 

Sarah Smith, MBBS, is a rural family doctor and clinical day advisor. Her passion is creating sustainability in clinical medicine. 

Connect with Dr. Smith at www.chartingcoach.ca or on her podcast at www.chartingcoach.ca/podcasts/sustainable-clinical-medicine-with-the-charting-coach.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

]]> How many hours per week are you charting outside the clinic day? How often do you feel caught in clinic visits that go on too long or portal message volleys that sap both time and energy? If you’re looking for an alternative, listen in as my guest, Dr. Sarah Smith, shares her expertise on how to improve your clinic day and leave work at work. 

Sarah Smith, MBBS, is a rural family doctor and clinical day advisor. Her passion is creating sustainability in clinical medicine. 

Connect with Dr. Smith at www.chartingcoach.ca or on her podcast at www.chartingcoach.ca/podcasts/sustainable-clinical-medicine-with-the-charting-coach.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 2059 34 full Episode 132: How to Thrive When You’re the Only One in the Room with Dr. Florence Ene Episode 132: How to Thrive When You’re the Only One in the Room with Dr. Florence Ene https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-132-how-to-thrive-when-you-re-the-only-one-in-the-room-with-dr-florence-ene/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-132-how-to-thrive-when-you-re-the-only-one-in-the-room-with-dr-florence-ene/#comments Tue, 04 Mar 2025 10:07:07 -0500 dianeshannon.podbean.com/6386d0e7-cf5d-39c7-9495-ec8946dfe7ab Being the only one like you in a room can be an added challenges to whatever your work entails. How about being the only one in the building? Dr. Florence Ene experienced bias and a pressure to outperform as she progressed through her education and professional career. Listen in as she shares about life-changing benefits of having a mentor and the strategies she’s used to thrive and achieve her professional goals. 

Florence Ene, MBBS, PhD is a physician-scientist and medical editor based in Toyko, Japan. She coordinates and teaches the medical English program at the University of Tokyo Medical School and is passionate about helping women thrive through mentoring. 

Connect with Dr. Ene at thrive@drflusplace.org or on LinkedIn.  

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

 

]]> Being the only one like you in a room can be an added challenges to whatever your work entails. How about being the only one in the building? Dr. Florence Ene experienced bias and a pressure to outperform as she progressed through her education and professional career. Listen in as she shares about life-changing benefits of having a mentor and the strategies she’s used to thrive and achieve her professional goals. 

Florence Ene, MBBS, PhD is a physician-scientist and medical editor based in Toyko, Japan. She coordinates and teaches the medical English program at the University of Tokyo Medical School and is passionate about helping women thrive through mentoring. 

Connect with Dr. Ene at thrive@drflusplace.org or on LinkedIn.  

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

 

]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1696 33 full Episode 131: Negotiating Your Salary and Crafting a Job Around Your Passion with Dr. Janice Werbinski Episode 131: Negotiating Your Salary and Crafting a Job Around Your Passion with Dr. Janice Werbinski https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-131-negotiating-your-salary-and-crafting-a-job-around-your-passion-with-dr-janice-werbinski/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-131-negotiating-your-salary-and-crafting-a-job-around-your-passion-with-dr-janice-werbinski/#comments Tue, 18 Feb 2025 09:23:13 -0500 dianeshannon.podbean.com/23949c9b-c5d9-3f70-b052-137945b56f2f Women physicians continue to be paid less than their male colleagues. If you’re looking to negotiate fair pay in your current or future job, what can you do? Join me and my guest, Dr. Janice Werbinski as we consider underlying factors and key steps to take. We’ll also dip into the importance of crafting a job in medicine around your passion.. Janice Werbinski, MD, FACOG, is an Associate Clinical Professor Emerita at Western Michigan University School of Medicine. She teaches courses in sex and gender specific medicine, women’s health, and menopause. Her passion is improving women’s healthcare by advocating for medical curriculum to include competencies in sex-specific concepts. She is Past President of the American Medical Women’s Association.

Connect with Dr. Werbinski on LinkedIn.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

 

]]> Women physicians continue to be paid less than their male colleagues. If you’re looking to negotiate fair pay in your current or future job, what can you do? Join me and my guest, Dr. Janice Werbinski as we consider underlying factors and key steps to take. We’ll also dip into the importance of crafting a job in medicine around your passion.. Janice Werbinski, MD, FACOG, is an Associate Clinical Professor Emerita at Western Michigan University School of Medicine. She teaches courses in sex and gender specific medicine, women’s health, and menopause. Her passion is improving women’s healthcare by advocating for medical curriculum to include competencies in sex-specific concepts. She is Past President of the American Medical Women’s Association.

Connect with Dr. Werbinski on LinkedIn.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

 

]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 2096 32 full Episode 130: Talking Back to the Must-Do-It-All-Mindset with Dr. La Toya Luces-Sampson Episode 130: Talking Back to the Must-Do-It-All-Mindset with Dr. La Toya Luces-Sampson https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-130-talking-back-to-the-must-do-it-all-mindset-with-dr-la-toya-luces-sampson/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-130-talking-back-to-the-must-do-it-all-mindset-with-dr-la-toya-luces-sampson/#comments Tue, 04 Feb 2025 09:47:34 -0500 dianeshannon.podbean.com/e9c2311d-2182-398c-a9a1-519c32c3788b Physician moms often experience a double whammy of the message that giving of yourself entirely is required. Without intention and support, this can lead to overwhelm, burnout, and cutting back or leaving clinical practice. Join me and my guest Dr. La Toya Luces-Sampson, MD, MPH-C, as we explore strategies physician moms can use to thrive more and strive less. 

Dr. Luces-Sampson, known as Dr. Toya, is a board-certified Obstetrician/Gynecologist, a Perinatal Mental Health specialist, and a coach for physician moms. Her passion is helping physician moms thrive in medicine and motherhood without self-sacrifice.

Connect with Dr. Toya at hello@drtoyacoaching.com or on her website: www.drtoyacoaching.com.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

]]> Physician moms often experience a double whammy of the message that giving of yourself entirely is required. Without intention and support, this can lead to overwhelm, burnout, and cutting back or leaving clinical practice. Join me and my guest Dr. La Toya Luces-Sampson, MD, MPH-C, as we explore strategies physician moms can use to thrive more and strive less. 

Dr. Luces-Sampson, known as Dr. Toya, is a board-certified Obstetrician/Gynecologist, a Perinatal Mental Health specialist, and a coach for physician moms. Her passion is helping physician moms thrive in medicine and motherhood without self-sacrifice.

Connect with Dr. Toya at hello@drtoyacoaching.com or on her website: www.drtoyacoaching.com.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1564 31 full Episode 129: Anniversary Special: Building Positive Organizations in Healthcare with Dr. Amy Young Episode 129: Anniversary Special: Building Positive Organizations in Healthcare with Dr. Amy Young https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-129-anniversary-special-building-positive-organizations-in-healthcare-with-dr-amy-young/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-129-anniversary-special-building-positive-organizations-in-healthcare-with-dr-amy-young/#comments Tue, 21 Jan 2025 10:20:38 -0500 dianeshannon.podbean.com/c30eabd9-1695-3ecf-9acf-ac52050863e9 Many physicians today report feeling they aren’t valued by their organizations. New research by Dr. Amy Young and others shows a direct connection between leadership behavior, specifically communication, physicians feeling valued, and increased risk of burnout. 

Dr. Amy Young is a professor of Business Communication at the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan. Her expertise is leadership communication, positive organizational culture, and workplace well-being. She’s also my sister, and I couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate the 1st anniversary of my podcast than an inspiring chat with my sis. 

Connect with Dr. Young at LinkedIn or  baldwin@umich.edu.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

 

]]> Many physicians today report feeling they aren’t valued by their organizations. New research by Dr. Amy Young and others shows a direct connection between leadership behavior, specifically communication, physicians feeling valued, and increased risk of burnout. 

Dr. Amy Young is a professor of Business Communication at the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan. Her expertise is leadership communication, positive organizational culture, and workplace well-being. She’s also my sister, and I couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate the 1st anniversary of my podcast than an inspiring chat with my sis. 

Connect with Dr. Young at LinkedIn or  baldwin@umich.edu.

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

 

]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1867 30 full Episode 128: The Impact of the Professional Culture in Medicine on Physicians With Emilie Banse Episode 128: The Impact of the Professional Culture in Medicine on Physicians With Emilie Banse https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-128-the-impact-of-the-professional-culture-in-medicine-on-physicians-with-emilie-banse/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-128-the-impact-of-the-professional-culture-in-medicine-on-physicians-with-emilie-banse/#comments Tue, 07 Jan 2025 09:56:06 -0500 dianeshannon.podbean.com/23030394-6e35-3710-9de6-e7532aa29308 The “hidden curriculum” in medicine is powerful. You won’t find it in a textbook yet it teaches all of us in the profession how to behave, what to prioritize, what’s okay to do, and what’s not. Some aspects of the culture in medicine are positive; some are not. Join me and my guest, researcher Emilie Banse, as we explore the detrimental effects of the culture in medicine–and what we can do to minimize the damage. 

Emilie Banse is a research fellow in psychology in Brussels, Belgium. Her research explores the professional culture in medicine and its impact on physicians’ health and well-being. Connect with Emilie at linkedin.com/in/emiliebanse1998. 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

 

]]> The “hidden curriculum” in medicine is powerful. You won’t find it in a textbook yet it teaches all of us in the profession how to behave, what to prioritize, what’s okay to do, and what’s not. Some aspects of the culture in medicine are positive; some are not. Join me and my guest, researcher Emilie Banse, as we explore the detrimental effects of the culture in medicine–and what we can do to minimize the damage. 

Emilie Banse is a research fellow in psychology in Brussels, Belgium. Her research explores the professional culture in medicine and its impact on physicians’ health and well-being. Connect with Emilie at linkedin.com/in/emiliebanse1998. 

Connect with me at www.dianeshannon.com. If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

Reviews are greatly appreciated.

Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

 

]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1530 29 full Episode 127: Tapping into the Power of Women' s Relationships Episode 127: Tapping into the Power of Women' s Relationships https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-127-tapping-into-the-power-of-women-s-relationships/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-127-tapping-into-the-power-of-women-s-relationships/#comments Tue, 24 Dec 2024 16:31:44 -0500 dianeshannon.podbean.com/d19686ef-5ad7-3522-9576-8e8502c40e77 Women are socialized to have certain strengths. Caregiving and relationship-building are two important ones. Issues arise, however, when the value of these strengths is not fully recognized in clinical care. As my friend and colleague, Dr. Laura Garelick put it, “You can’t code for chatting.” Join us as we dig into the strength of women’s relationships and how we could more fully realize their power in clinical practice and in our personal lives.

Laura Garelick MD is a family medicine physician and certified health and well-being coach who practices at Beth Israel Lahey Health Primary Care in Medfield, MA. She is also Chief of Family Medicine and Director of Medical Staff Peer Support at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham and serves on the Board of Advisors for Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham and the Well-Being Advisory for the Beth Israel Lahey Health system. She can be reached at lgarelic@gmail.com.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

 

]]> Women are socialized to have certain strengths. Caregiving and relationship-building are two important ones. Issues arise, however, when the value of these strengths is not fully recognized in clinical care. As my friend and colleague, Dr. Laura Garelick put it, “You can’t code for chatting.” Join us as we dig into the strength of women’s relationships and how we could more fully realize their power in clinical practice and in our personal lives.

Laura Garelick MD is a family medicine physician and certified health and well-being coach who practices at Beth Israel Lahey Health Primary Care in Medfield, MA. She is also Chief of Family Medicine and Director of Medical Staff Peer Support at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham and serves on the Board of Advisors for Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Needham and the Well-Being Advisory for the Beth Israel Lahey Health system. She can be reached at lgarelic@gmail.com.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

If you’d like time to talk about the specific challenges you’re facing, you can book a time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that.

 

]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 2270 28 full Episode 126: Support for Scientist Mothers Episode 126: Support for Scientist Mothers https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-126-support-for-scientist-mothers/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-126-support-for-scientist-mothers/#comments Tue, 10 Dec 2024 10:08:34 -0500 dianeshannon.podbean.com/fbd87459-4d3b-3464-8e3b-34e5f0f7de0e Funding your work through grants. Competing deadlines for grant applications. Existing bias that shows up as the “motherhood penalty.” In this episode, we focus on the specific challenges that scientist mothers face. My guest, Amery Treble-Barna, PhD, PC, is an executive coach and founder of MasterMind Executive Leadership. She’s also an NIH-funded Principal Investigator at the University of Pittsburgh and the mother of two young daughters. Her passion is empowering scientist mothers toward greater wellbeing, professional fulfillment, and career advancement. 

Connect with AmeryTreble-Barna at www.mastermindexecutiveleadership.com or LinkedIn.

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]]> Funding your work through grants. Competing deadlines for grant applications. Existing bias that shows up as the “motherhood penalty.” In this episode, we focus on the specific challenges that scientist mothers face. My guest, Amery Treble-Barna, PhD, PC, is an executive coach and founder of MasterMind Executive Leadership. She’s also an NIH-funded Principal Investigator at the University of Pittsburgh and the mother of two young daughters. Her passion is empowering scientist mothers toward greater wellbeing, professional fulfillment, and career advancement. 

Connect with AmeryTreble-Barna at www.mastermindexecutiveleadership.com or LinkedIn.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1570 27 full Episode 125: Can We Have It All? With Dr. Laura Zimmerman Episode 125: Can We Have It All? With Dr. Laura Zimmerman https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-125-can-we-have-it-all-with-dr-laura-zimmerman/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-125-can-we-have-it-all-with-dr-laura-zimmerman/#comments Tue, 26 Nov 2024 13:03:55 -0500 dianeshannon.podbean.com/a7fe0f74-3665-3c14-a563-7f2913a62c0f In past generations women were largely shut out of professional life. Then we were told that we could have it all–a full, vibrant career and a super full family life, all at the same time. Too often, this has led women physicians to feel overwhelmed and to blame themselves. What’s the alternative? Listen in to my conversation with Dr. Laura Zimmerman to find out! Laura Zimmerman, MD, MS is a primary care internist, board-certified lifestyle medicine physician, and division chief of General Internal Medicine at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago.

Contact Dr. Zimmerman via LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/laura-zimmermann-md-ms-facp-8a367394.

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]]> In past generations women were largely shut out of professional life. Then we were told that we could have it all–a full, vibrant career and a super full family life, all at the same time. Too often, this has led women physicians to feel overwhelmed and to blame themselves. What’s the alternative? Listen in to my conversation with Dr. Laura Zimmerman to find out! Laura Zimmerman, MD, MS is a primary care internist, board-certified lifestyle medicine physician, and division chief of General Internal Medicine at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago.

Contact Dr. Zimmerman via LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/laura-zimmermann-md-ms-facp-8a367394.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1627 26 full Episode 124: Supporting Physician Parents with Dr. Josephine Li and Dr. Laura Dichtel Episode 124: Supporting Physician Parents with Dr. Josephine Li and Dr. Laura Dichtel https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-124-supporting-physician-parents-with-dr-josephine-li-and-dr-laura-dichtel/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-124-supporting-physician-parents-with-dr-josephine-li-and-dr-laura-dichtel/#comments Tue, 12 Nov 2024 06:33:59 -0500 dianeshannon.podbean.com/bf4d5bec-2501-37e6-bd65-bcb24a837796 Parenting is challenging, especially for busy physicians returning to work after adding a child to their lives. Dr. Josephine Li and Dr. Laura Dichtel, both endocrinologists at MGH and assistant professors at Harvard Medical School, lead the Mass General Brigham (MGB) Parental Wellness Program, which provides faculty navigating new parenthood with mentorship, financial support for lactation, and centralized resources. Listen in to learn more about how they developed and are spreading this innovative program.

If you’d like more information about the program, contact Drs. Dichtel and Li at parentalwellness@mgb.org. 

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]]> Parenting is challenging, especially for busy physicians returning to work after adding a child to their lives. Dr. Josephine Li and Dr. Laura Dichtel, both endocrinologists at MGH and assistant professors at Harvard Medical School, lead the Mass General Brigham (MGB) Parental Wellness Program, which provides faculty navigating new parenthood with mentorship, financial support for lactation, and centralized resources. Listen in to learn more about how they developed and are spreading this innovative program.

If you’d like more information about the program, contact Drs. Dichtel and Li at parentalwellness@mgb.org. 

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 2187 25 full Episode 123: Moving Ahead by Owning Your Worth with Dr. Helen Burstin Episode 123: Moving Ahead by Owning Your Worth with Dr. Helen Burstin https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-123-moving-ahead-by-owning-your-worth-with-dr-helen-burstin/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-123-moving-ahead-by-owning-your-worth-with-dr-helen-burstin/#comments Tue, 29 Oct 2024 10:44:59 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/da8ae2f2-f82c-30d1-bc66-263462a0c375 Maybe you’ve heard of the Glass Ceiling? How about the Glass Cliff or the Broken Rung? While women make up more than half of medical school matriculants, they are not advancing through their careers at the same rate as their male colleagues. Join me and my guest Dr. Helen Burstin as we dig into why–and what individuals and organizations can do about it. Helen Burstin, MD, MPH, is CEO of the Council of Medical Specialty Societies. 

If you’d like to learn more about Dr. Burstin, contact her at linkedin.com/in/helen-burstin-04063852. 

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]]> Maybe you’ve heard of the Glass Ceiling? How about the Glass Cliff or the Broken Rung? While women make up more than half of medical school matriculants, they are not advancing through their careers at the same rate as their male colleagues. Join me and my guest Dr. Helen Burstin as we dig into why–and what individuals and organizations can do about it. Helen Burstin, MD, MPH, is CEO of the Council of Medical Specialty Societies. 

If you’d like to learn more about Dr. Burstin, contact her at linkedin.com/in/helen-burstin-04063852. 

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1900 24 full Episode 122: Learning to Step into Opportunities with Confidence Episode 122: Learning to Step into Opportunities with Confidence https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-122-learning-to-step-into-opportunities-with-confidence/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-122-learning-to-step-into-opportunities-with-confidence/#comments Tue, 15 Oct 2024 11:11:20 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/5ecc59e0-8d02-3f19-a10c-e91be9ed5ab4 Do you tend to see potential growth opportunities then find yourself leaning away? Join me and my guest Dr. Lida Turner as we dive into how to take advantage of those fortuitous openings when they occur. She did–and it led to a professional side gig that she loves. Lida Turner, MD, is a psychiatrist in Seattle, currently in transition from medical director at a large medical system to a private practice of her own. Her passions include caring for the whole person, working on functional outcomes, and helping others advocate for themselves in the complex world of medicine. She is also the team psychiatrist for the Seattle Storm, and hopes to be able to provide care to more athletes in the region. 

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]]> Do you tend to see potential growth opportunities then find yourself leaning away? Join me and my guest Dr. Lida Turner as we dive into how to take advantage of those fortuitous openings when they occur. She did–and it led to a professional side gig that she loves. Lida Turner, MD, is a psychiatrist in Seattle, currently in transition from medical director at a large medical system to a private practice of her own. Her passions include caring for the whole person, working on functional outcomes, and helping others advocate for themselves in the complex world of medicine. She is also the team psychiatrist for the Seattle Storm, and hopes to be able to provide care to more athletes in the region. 

If you’d like time to talk about challenges you’re facing, you can book time to chat with me. More info here about how to do that!

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1433 23 full Episode 121: Letting Go of Shame and Asking, “How Do You Feel?” with Dr. Jessi Gold Episode 121: Letting Go of Shame and Asking, “How Do You Feel?” with Dr. Jessi Gold https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-121-letting-go-of-shame-and-asking-how-do-you-feel-with-dr-jessi-gold/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-121-letting-go-of-shame-and-asking-how-do-you-feel-with-dr-jessi-gold/#comments Tue, 01 Oct 2024 10:33:12 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/e7350afc-7d23-3639-b6e2-214fe4f5801a Feelings are what make us human. Yet, in medicine, we get the message that we need to ignore, deny, or repress our feelings.This comes at a cost, a high cost sometimes. There is another way. Join me and my guest Dr. Jessi Gold as we investigate feelings, and especially feelings in medicine. Jessi Gold, MD, MS is the Chief Wellness Officer of the University of Tennessee System and an Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. She is passionate about healthcare worker and college student mental health and burnout, and has a new book on those very topics, HOW DO YOU FEEL? One Doctor’s Search for Humanity in Medicine, out October 8th. Contact Dr. Gold via her website, www.drjessigold.com, or on social media at X, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

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]]> Feelings are what make us human. Yet, in medicine, we get the message that we need to ignore, deny, or repress our feelings.This comes at a cost, a high cost sometimes. There is another way. Join me and my guest Dr. Jessi Gold as we investigate feelings, and especially feelings in medicine. Jessi Gold, MD, MS is the Chief Wellness Officer of the University of Tennessee System and an Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. She is passionate about healthcare worker and college student mental health and burnout, and has a new book on those very topics, HOW DO YOU FEEL? One Doctor’s Search for Humanity in Medicine, out October 8th. Contact Dr. Gold via her website, www.drjessigold.com, or on social media at X, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1753 22 full Episode 120: Heading Off Perfectionism and Finding Joy Episode 120: Heading Off Perfectionism and Finding Joy https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-120-heading-off-perfectionism-and-finding-joy/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-120-heading-off-perfectionism-and-finding-joy/#comments Tue, 17 Sep 2024 10:36:27 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/e8a1a410-8b4c-3312-956b-cc4bd043cb52 In medicine, we get the message early on that perfect is the standard. But perfectionism takes a toll on our mental health, our self esteem, and our personal life. It’s a trap that’s the polar opposite of joy. Join me and my guest Dr. Katie Jobbins as we investigate the causes, costs, and solutions for perfectionism.

Katie Jobbins, DO, MS, FACP, is an Associate Program Director and Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at UMass Chan Medical School-Baystate, with a passion for coaching, mentoring and professional development in medical education, and physician well-being. She can be reached at Kathryn.Jobbins@baystatehealth.org or on Instagram at @kjobbins. 

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]]> In medicine, we get the message early on that perfect is the standard. But perfectionism takes a toll on our mental health, our self esteem, and our personal life. It’s a trap that’s the polar opposite of joy. Join me and my guest Dr. Katie Jobbins as we investigate the causes, costs, and solutions for perfectionism.

Katie Jobbins, DO, MS, FACP, is an Associate Program Director and Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at UMass Chan Medical School-Baystate, with a passion for coaching, mentoring and professional development in medical education, and physician well-being. She can be reached at Kathryn.Jobbins@baystatehealth.org or on Instagram at @kjobbins. 

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1587 21 full Episode 119: How to Get Our Basic Needs Met with Dr. Jennifer Clark Episode 119: How to Get Our Basic Needs Met with Dr. Jennifer Clark https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-119-how-to-get-our-basic-needs-met-with-dr-jennifer-clark/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-119-how-to-get-our-basic-needs-met-with-dr-jennifer-clark/#comments Tue, 03 Sep 2024 09:43:17 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/e74e9c53-bf66-38de-89d1-80d1031677e6 If there is one thing that healthcare professionals learn early on, it is “at all costs, self-sacrifice.” It’s the water we swim in. What are the costs? How do we begin to “see” the water? What can we do to shift so that we get our basic needs met? And, how does Maslow’s hierarchy of needs fit in here?

Find out by listening in on my conversation with my friend and colleague, Dr. Jennifer Clark. Dr. Clark is an allopathic physician who has practiced Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Palliative Medicine for nearly twenty-five years.  At the bedside and in the boardroom, she has served to heal, educate, and innovate toward the relief of suffering and promotion of well-being. 

Dr. Clark’s first book, Suffer., is expected to be released in early October. Contact Dr. Clark at https://thegiftofchoosing.com/ or linkedin.com/in/jennifer-clark-04b627126.

 

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]]> If there is one thing that healthcare professionals learn early on, it is “at all costs, self-sacrifice.” It’s the water we swim in. What are the costs? How do we begin to “see” the water? What can we do to shift so that we get our basic needs met? And, how does Maslow’s hierarchy of needs fit in here?

Find out by listening in on my conversation with my friend and colleague, Dr. Jennifer Clark. Dr. Clark is an allopathic physician who has practiced Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Palliative Medicine for nearly twenty-five years.  At the bedside and in the boardroom, she has served to heal, educate, and innovate toward the relief of suffering and promotion of well-being. 

Dr. Clark’s first book, Suffer., is expected to be released in early October. Contact Dr. Clark at https://thegiftofchoosing.com/ or linkedin.com/in/jennifer-clark-04b627126.

 

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1782 20 full Episode 118: Getting Underneath the Gender Pay Gap in Medicine Episode 118: Getting Underneath the Gender Pay Gap in Medicine https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-118-getting-underneath-the-gender-pay-gap-in-medicine/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-118-getting-underneath-the-gender-pay-gap-in-medicine/#comments Tue, 20 Aug 2024 09:14:45 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/64dae876-63c9-3bd5-86c1-3e51ed3d4ef3 Are women physicians paid less because they work fewer hours? It’s a justification we’ve heard before. What does the research say?

Ishani Ganguli, MD, MPH is an Associate Professor of Medicine, health services researcher, and practicing primary care internist at Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Her research focuses on primary care payment, delivery, and policy; the use and consequences of low-value care; innovation and tradeoffs in ambulatory care for older adults; and gender equity. In this episode, we explore the underlying causes of the gender pay gap in medicine. Contact Dr. Ganguli at her website: www.ishaniganguli.com/.

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]]> Are women physicians paid less because they work fewer hours? It’s a justification we’ve heard before. What does the research say?

Ishani Ganguli, MD, MPH is an Associate Professor of Medicine, health services researcher, and practicing primary care internist at Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Her research focuses on primary care payment, delivery, and policy; the use and consequences of low-value care; innovation and tradeoffs in ambulatory care for older adults; and gender equity. In this episode, we explore the underlying causes of the gender pay gap in medicine. Contact Dr. Ganguli at her website: www.ishaniganguli.com/.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1642 19 full Episode 117: Avoiding Overwhelm and Burnout by Becoming an “Energy Owner” with Dr. Mary Beth Miotto. Episode 117: Avoiding Overwhelm and Burnout by Becoming an “Energy Owner” with Dr. Mary Beth Miotto. https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-117-avoiding-overwhelm-and-burnout-by-becoming-an-energy-owner/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-117-avoiding-overwhelm-and-burnout-by-becoming-an-energy-owner/#comments Tue, 06 Aug 2024 09:58:19 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/4396c299-dfdc-3c3d-a420-e8fa76f7e555 Mary Beth Miotto, MD, MPH is a pediatrician at a community health center in Boston and president of the Massachusetts Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatricians. Her passion is child health advocacy and policy. In this episode, you’ll learn why focusing on managing time misses the boat and how to own our energy instead. Contact Dr. Miotto at madocforkids@gmail.com. 

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]]> Mary Beth Miotto, MD, MPH is a pediatrician at a community health center in Boston and president of the Massachusetts Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatricians. Her passion is child health advocacy and policy. In this episode, you’ll learn why focusing on managing time misses the boat and how to own our energy instead. Contact Dr. Miotto at madocforkids@gmail.com. 

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1825 18 full Episode 116: Better Outcomes, Lower Pay, More Burnout: Digging into the Research on Women in Medicine Episode 116: Better Outcomes, Lower Pay, More Burnout: Digging into the Research on Women in Medicine https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-116-better-outcomes-lower-pay-more-burnout-digging-into-the-research-on-women-in-medicine/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-116-better-outcomes-lower-pay-more-burnout-digging-into-the-research-on-women-in-medicine/#comments Tue, 23 Jul 2024 10:14:24 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/57ff5afc-3480-33e2-a6e7-b3dba21e0987 Lisa Rotenstein, MD, MBA, MSc is an assistant professor at the University of California—San Francisco and Director of the Center for Physician and Practice Excellence. Her passion is ensuring the well-being of the healthcare workforce with particular focus on women in medicine. In this episode, you’ll learn why we should be emulating the work patterns of women physicians rather than trying to “fix” them. Contact me at diane@dianeshannon.com for a list of citations from this episode. Contact Dr. Rotenstein at https://profiles.ucsf.edu/lisa.rotenstein. 

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]]> Lisa Rotenstein, MD, MBA, MSc is an assistant professor at the University of California—San Francisco and Director of the Center for Physician and Practice Excellence. Her passion is ensuring the well-being of the healthcare workforce with particular focus on women in medicine. In this episode, you’ll learn why we should be emulating the work patterns of women physicians rather than trying to “fix” them. Contact me at diane@dianeshannon.com for a list of citations from this episode. Contact Dr. Rotenstein at https://profiles.ucsf.edu/lisa.rotenstein. 

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1156 17 full Episode 115: Getting Unstuck with Dr. Tricia Wooden Episode 115: Getting Unstuck with Dr. Tricia Wooden https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-115-getting-unstuck-with-dr-tricia-wooden/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-115-getting-unstuck-with-dr-tricia-wooden/#comments Tue, 09 Jul 2024 07:45:47 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/843ce2f5-e979-3a90-b701-17fe013f39d6 Many of us have times in our lives where we feel stuck. Rather than sink, with the right approach we can use these times to pivot to something even better. Dr. Tricia Wooden has some amazing insights and tips for how to do just that. 

Tricia Wooden, MD is a family physician and system director for clinician well-being at a large health system. Her passion is creating spaces where clinicians can flourish. Contact Dr. Wooden at Tricia@wooden.com.

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]]> Many of us have times in our lives where we feel stuck. Rather than sink, with the right approach we can use these times to pivot to something even better. Dr. Tricia Wooden has some amazing insights and tips for how to do just that. 

Tricia Wooden, MD is a family physician and system director for clinician well-being at a large health system. Her passion is creating spaces where clinicians can flourish. Contact Dr. Wooden at Tricia@wooden.com.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1594 16 full Episode 114: Quit Jumping in to Fix and Find Time for What Matters with Dr. Virginia O’Hayer Episode 114: Quit Jumping in to Fix and Find Time for What Matters with Dr. Virginia O’Hayer https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-114-quit-jumping-in-to-fix-and-find-time-for-what-matters-with-dr-virginia-o-hayer/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-114-quit-jumping-in-to-fix-and-find-time-for-what-matters-with-dr-virginia-o-hayer/#comments Tue, 25 Jun 2024 10:40:25 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/b9cd3fb5-388f-3739-bb60-b31226bf6527 Do you have a tendency to fill any time slots that appear with more “productive tasks”? While it feels like this moves us ahead in our professional lives, there are associated costs. Join my conversation with Dr. Virginia O’Hayer as we dive into creating pockets of down time: why we should and how to do it!

Virginia O’Hayer, PhD is a Clinical Psychologist and Professor at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Her passion is empowering women in medicine to live their most effective, fulfilling, and fun lives. Contact Dr. O’Hayer at www.OHayerPsych.com or virginia.ohayer@jefferson.edu.

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]]> Do you have a tendency to fill any time slots that appear with more “productive tasks”? While it feels like this moves us ahead in our professional lives, there are associated costs. Join my conversation with Dr. Virginia O’Hayer as we dive into creating pockets of down time: why we should and how to do it!

Virginia O’Hayer, PhD is a Clinical Psychologist and Professor at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Her passion is empowering women in medicine to live their most effective, fulfilling, and fun lives. Contact Dr. O’Hayer at www.OHayerPsych.com or virginia.ohayer@jefferson.edu.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1685 15 full Episode 113: Being Authentic to Ourselves within a Striving Culture with Dr. Diane Sliwka Episode 113: Being Authentic to Ourselves within a Striving Culture with Dr. Diane Sliwka https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/being-authentic-to-ourselves-within-a-striving-culture-with-dr-diane-sliwka/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/being-authentic-to-ourselves-within-a-striving-culture-with-dr-diane-sliwka/#comments Tue, 11 Jun 2024 10:45:05 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/b38811a5-c4d5-3cbd-a481-358df6f2ae93 The journey to become a physician can lead us to focus on achieving, sometimes to our own detriment. In fact, many clinicians miss getting basic needs met (think Maslow’s hierarchy) as they try to meet perceived expectations. How can we begin to set boundaries around those expectations so that we can preserve our energy and be our best selves?  Listen to our conversation to find out!

Diane Sliwka, MD, is a Hospital Medicine Physician and Chief Physician Experience Officer at UCSF. Her passion is how we make life better through personal and organizational change. Contact Dr. Sliwka at diane.sliwka@ucsf.edu or at linkedin.com/in/diane-sliwka-md-59122413b. 

 

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]]> The journey to become a physician can lead us to focus on achieving, sometimes to our own detriment. In fact, many clinicians miss getting basic needs met (think Maslow’s hierarchy) as they try to meet perceived expectations. How can we begin to set boundaries around those expectations so that we can preserve our energy and be our best selves?  Listen to our conversation to find out!

Diane Sliwka, MD, is a Hospital Medicine Physician and Chief Physician Experience Officer at UCSF. Her passion is how we make life better through personal and organizational change. Contact Dr. Sliwka at diane.sliwka@ucsf.edu or at linkedin.com/in/diane-sliwka-md-59122413b. 

 

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1601 14 full Episode 112: What a Climate Change Economist Can Teach Us About Clinician Burnout with Dr. Sisi Hu Episode 112: What a Climate Change Economist Can Teach Us About Clinician Burnout with Dr. Sisi Hu https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-112-what-a-climate-change-economist-can-teach-us-about-clinician-burnout-with-dr-sisi-hu/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-112-what-a-climate-change-economist-can-teach-us-about-clinician-burnout-with-dr-sisi-hu/#comments Tue, 28 May 2024 08:41:56 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/38b1b157-c79d-34d2-9c3d-65896a9568aa At first glance, you might not see the parallels between predicting the potential damage of climate change and improving the retention of clinicians. I didn’t either–until I spoke with Dr. Sisi Hu. She helped me understand the value of predictive modeling and the power of data to help leverage change in our clinical workplaces. Intrigued? Listen to our conversation!

Dr. Sisi Hu is an economist at Harvard University and co-founder and chief well-being economist of Atalan, a mission-driven startup that uses machine learning to predict and prevent clinician burnout and turnover. Initially her career was focused on researching labor disruptions caused by climate change. With the pandemic, her focus shifted to clinician burnout and wellbeing.

Connect with Dr. Hu at sisi@atalantech.com

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]]> At first glance, you might not see the parallels between predicting the potential damage of climate change and improving the retention of clinicians. I didn’t either–until I spoke with Dr. Sisi Hu. She helped me understand the value of predictive modeling and the power of data to help leverage change in our clinical workplaces. Intrigued? Listen to our conversation!

Dr. Sisi Hu is an economist at Harvard University and co-founder and chief well-being economist of Atalan, a mission-driven startup that uses machine learning to predict and prevent clinician burnout and turnover. Initially her career was focused on researching labor disruptions caused by climate change. With the pandemic, her focus shifted to clinician burnout and wellbeing.

Connect with Dr. Hu at sisi@atalantech.com

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1597 13 full Episode 111: Fixing Toxic Cultures and Empowering Women in Medicine with Nancy Jacoby Episode 111: Fixing Toxic Cultures and Empowering Women in Medicine with Nancy Jacoby https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-111-fixing-toxic-cultures-and-empowering-women-in-medicine-with-nancy-jacoby/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-111-fixing-toxic-cultures-and-empowering-women-in-medicine-with-nancy-jacoby/#comments Tue, 14 May 2024 09:23:05 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/d651083a-d9a1-3684-938e-ea6475741fcf Unhealthy organizational culture is a key driver of burnout for everyone in healthcare. Women in medicine also struggle with asking for what they need to advance their careers and thrive at work. Join my conversation with my friend and colleague, healthcare consultant Nancy Jacoby, to get a better handle on these challenges and specific steps we can take as individuals to create a healthy culture where we work and get more of what we need to thrive. 

Nancy Jacoby RN, MBA MHSA FACHE ACC is a healthcare consultant and owner of Nancy Jacoby Coaching & Consulting. Her expertise is helping teams and leaders become more positively engaged, productive, and profitable together.

Connect with Nancy on LinkedIn at http://linkedin.com/in/njacobyfache or email her at nancy@njacoby.com. 

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]]> Unhealthy organizational culture is a key driver of burnout for everyone in healthcare. Women in medicine also struggle with asking for what they need to advance their careers and thrive at work. Join my conversation with my friend and colleague, healthcare consultant Nancy Jacoby, to get a better handle on these challenges and specific steps we can take as individuals to create a healthy culture where we work and get more of what we need to thrive. 

Nancy Jacoby RN, MBA MHSA FACHE ACC is a healthcare consultant and owner of Nancy Jacoby Coaching & Consulting. Her expertise is helping teams and leaders become more positively engaged, productive, and profitable together.

Connect with Nancy on LinkedIn at http://linkedin.com/in/njacobyfache or email her at nancy@njacoby.com. 

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 2085 12 full Episode 110: Exploring Leadership and Respect with Dr. Paul DeChant Episode 110: Exploring Leadership and Respect with Dr. Paul DeChant https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-110-exploring-leadership-and-respect-with-dr-paul-dechant/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-110-exploring-leadership-and-respect-with-dr-paul-dechant/#comments Tue, 30 Apr 2024 09:33:38 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/98aec7fa-08c9-3770-90c4-2bdd033c21ac Leaders, especially our immediate supervisors, have a huge impact on our daily work experience and our risk of burnout. But what exactly is the relationship between leadership behaviors and clinician well-being? And what steps can an individual physician take to better lead their clinical team? To find out, join my conversation with Dr. Paul DeChant, a healthcare thought leader who spent 25 years as a family physician and five years as CEO of a large physician practice in California. There, he led a five-year transformation on the theme of returning joy to patient care. His areas of expertise are physician engagement, leadership coaching, management system and culture improvement, and physician burnout prevention. 

Connect with Dr. DeChant at www.pauldechantmd.com.

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]]> Leaders, especially our immediate supervisors, have a huge impact on our daily work experience and our risk of burnout. But what exactly is the relationship between leadership behaviors and clinician well-being? And what steps can an individual physician take to better lead their clinical team? To find out, join my conversation with Dr. Paul DeChant, a healthcare thought leader who spent 25 years as a family physician and five years as CEO of a large physician practice in California. There, he led a five-year transformation on the theme of returning joy to patient care. His areas of expertise are physician engagement, leadership coaching, management system and culture improvement, and physician burnout prevention. 

Connect with Dr. DeChant at www.pauldechantmd.com.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1874 11 full Episode 109: Empowering Women in Medicine with Dr. Shikha Jain Episode 109: Empowering Women in Medicine with Dr. Shikha Jain https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-109-empowering-women-in-medicine-with-dr-shikha-jain/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-109-empowering-women-in-medicine-with-dr-shikha-jain/#comments Tue, 16 Apr 2024 08:42:42 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/a806e051-9aa8-305b-9157-ebdd9bc60642 Many women in medicine miscategorize their struggles to advance. They believe it’s their fault–if only they were smarter or worked harder, they would have reached full professor or a leadership position by now. Dr. Shikha Jain realized she was facing some system issues that were holding her back. She now advocates for greater awareness of gender inequity in medicine, mentors others, and helps highlight solutions. Join our conversation to learn more about the challenges–and potential ways forward. 

Dr. Shikha Jain is an oncologist and an associate professor of oncology at the University of Illinois in Chicago. Shikha is also the founder of the Women in Medicine Summit and the Women in Medicine nonprofit, which seek to advance women at all stages in the medical profession. She is a nationally renowned speaker and writes for several national publications, including USA Today, Scientific American, US News, and Physician’s Weekly. Connect with Dr. Jain at www.shikhajainmd.com or @shikhajainmd on X. Learn more about the Women in Medicine Summit at https://www.womeninmedicinesummit.org/.

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]]> Many women in medicine miscategorize their struggles to advance. They believe it’s their fault–if only they were smarter or worked harder, they would have reached full professor or a leadership position by now. Dr. Shikha Jain realized she was facing some system issues that were holding her back. She now advocates for greater awareness of gender inequity in medicine, mentors others, and helps highlight solutions. Join our conversation to learn more about the challenges–and potential ways forward. 

Dr. Shikha Jain is an oncologist and an associate professor of oncology at the University of Illinois in Chicago. Shikha is also the founder of the Women in Medicine Summit and the Women in Medicine nonprofit, which seek to advance women at all stages in the medical profession. She is a nationally renowned speaker and writes for several national publications, including USA Today, Scientific American, US News, and Physician’s Weekly. Connect with Dr. Jain at www.shikhajainmd.com or @shikhajainmd on X. Learn more about the Women in Medicine Summit at https://www.womeninmedicinesummit.org/.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1414 10 full Episode 108: Exploring Burnout Recovery and Climbing Mountains with Dr. Jennie Draper Episode 108: Exploring Burnout Recovery and Climbing Mountains with Dr. Jennie Draper https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-108-exploring-burnout-recovery-and-climbing-mountains-with-dr-jennie-draper/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-108-exploring-burnout-recovery-and-climbing-mountains-with-dr-jennie-draper/#comments Tue, 02 Apr 2024 10:24:39 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/5a9d87db-0a97-3b96-965e-38ab245e682d Burnout steals from us: our energy, our sense of self, our connections with others. Dr. Jennie Draper found herself heading for a second bout of burnout and knew she needed help to turn things around. Listen to hear Jennie’s personal story of recovery–and how she manages to work full-time and climb mountains as well. 

Jennie Draper, MD, is an OB/GYN in private practice at Virginia Physicians for Women in Richmond, Virginia and Chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Henrico Doctors’ Hospital--Forest Campus. Connect with Dr. Draper at jennie.draper@vpfw.com or @plannedonarrival.

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]]> Burnout steals from us: our energy, our sense of self, our connections with others. Dr. Jennie Draper found herself heading for a second bout of burnout and knew she needed help to turn things around. Listen to hear Jennie’s personal story of recovery–and how she manages to work full-time and climb mountains as well. 

Jennie Draper, MD, is an OB/GYN in private practice at Virginia Physicians for Women in Richmond, Virginia and Chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Henrico Doctors’ Hospital--Forest Campus. Connect with Dr. Draper at jennie.draper@vpfw.com or @plannedonarrival.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1521 9 full Episode 107: Exploring Burnout in Women with Dr. Jessica Dudley Episode 107: Exploring Burnout in Women with Dr. Jessica Dudley https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-107-exploring-burnout-in-women-with-dr-jessica-dudley/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-107-exploring-burnout-in-women-with-dr-jessica-dudley/#comments Tue, 19 Mar 2024 10:02:27 -0400 dianeshannon.podbean.com/5b745a7c-082d-3c0e-a5b8-6ad6f912dcfe Women in medicine have had higher burnout rates than their male colleagues for years–and with the pandemic the disparity increased. Part of my mission is highlighting the underlying drivers of this disparity so we can work together to reduce burnout for all. Join my conversation with Dr. Jessica Dudley and learn why flexibility, advancement opportunities, and respect are key elements to the solution. 

Jessica Dudley, MD, is Chief Clinical Officer at Press Ganey and previously Chief Medical Officer of the physician group at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. Her areas of expertise include leadership development, clinical care redesign, and addressing clinician burnout. Connect with Dr. Dudley at www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-dudley-press-ganey.

 

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]]> Women in medicine have had higher burnout rates than their male colleagues for years–and with the pandemic the disparity increased. Part of my mission is highlighting the underlying drivers of this disparity so we can work together to reduce burnout for all. Join my conversation with Dr. Jessica Dudley and learn why flexibility, advancement opportunities, and respect are key elements to the solution. 

Jessica Dudley, MD, is Chief Clinical Officer at Press Ganey and previously Chief Medical Officer of the physician group at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. Her areas of expertise include leadership development, clinical care redesign, and addressing clinician burnout. Connect with Dr. Dudley at www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-dudley-press-ganey.

 

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 2801 8 full Episode 106: Finding Your Voice as a Leader with Dr. Katie Cole Episode 106: Finding Your Voice as a Leader with Dr. Katie Cole https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-106-finding-your-voice-as-a-leader-with-dr-katie-cole/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-106-finding-your-voice-as-a-leader-with-dr-katie-cole/#comments Tue, 05 Mar 2024 09:41:10 -0500 dianeshannon.podbean.com/2b0ebe2e-5795-3105-b3a2-51e21b6936b5 Women in medicine are less represented in leadership than their male colleagues. One of the causes is that we may doubt our leadership potential due to internal voices or past experiences of not being heard. What can we do to overcome the barriers and become the leaders we want to be? Join my conversation with Dr. Katie Cole to learn some key strategies for individuals and to hear about what physicians across the country are doing to gain more autonomy through collective leadership. 

Katie Cole, DO, FAAP is psychiatrist, Chief Medical Officer of the Clinician Burnout Foundation,  and host of the “Hope for Healthcare” podcast. Connect with her at her www.drkatiecole.com or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiesofiacole/.

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]]> Women in medicine are less represented in leadership than their male colleagues. One of the causes is that we may doubt our leadership potential due to internal voices or past experiences of not being heard. What can we do to overcome the barriers and become the leaders we want to be? Join my conversation with Dr. Katie Cole to learn some key strategies for individuals and to hear about what physicians across the country are doing to gain more autonomy through collective leadership. 

Katie Cole, DO, FAAP is psychiatrist, Chief Medical Officer of the Clinician Burnout Foundation,  and host of the “Hope for Healthcare” podcast. Connect with her at her www.drkatiecole.com or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiesofiacole/.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1844 7 full Episode 105: Combatting Documentation Dread with Thea Nolan Episode 105: Combatting Documentation Dread with Thea Nolan https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/combatting-documentation-dread-with-thea-nolan/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/combatting-documentation-dread-with-thea-nolan/#comments Tue, 20 Feb 2024 09:31:41 -0500 dianeshannon.podbean.com/d694c74a-0e29-31ce-b8d0-471461f485f6 You know that feeling of dread when you anticipate the documentation you still need to finish? Join my conversation with Thea Nolan to hear about the small changes she made in her workflow that moved her from dread to empowerment–and the positive impact on her professional and personal life.

Thea Nolan, a physician assistant in interventional radiology, is President-Elect of the Massachusetts Physician Assistants Association.

Connect with her on LinkedIn.

 

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

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]]> You know that feeling of dread when you anticipate the documentation you still need to finish? Join my conversation with Thea Nolan to hear about the small changes she made in her workflow that moved her from dread to empowerment–and the positive impact on her professional and personal life.

Thea Nolan, a physician assistant in interventional radiology, is President-Elect of the Massachusetts Physician Assistants Association.

Connect with her on LinkedIn.

 

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1341 6 full Episode 104: How to Influence and Negotiate with Karen Weiner, MD Episode 104: How to Influence and Negotiate with Karen Weiner, MD https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/how-to-influence-and-negotiate-with-karen-weiner-md/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/how-to-influence-and-negotiate-with-karen-weiner-md/#comments Tue, 06 Feb 2024 08:34:32 -0500 dianeshannon.podbean.com/8850f389-f466-3f72-b408-25b7b3761279 With the growth of large healthcare systems, physicians can feel powerless to have a say in workflow changes that affect their daily life and patient care. Join my conversation with Dr. Karen Weiner to learn the key steps to influence your workplace and negotiate with leaders and managers. Dr. Karen Weiner, MD, MMM, MA, is former CEO of a large multispecialty group and founder/CEO of Proprio Consulting.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

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]]> With the growth of large healthcare systems, physicians can feel powerless to have a say in workflow changes that affect their daily life and patient care. Join my conversation with Dr. Karen Weiner to learn the key steps to influence your workplace and negotiate with leaders and managers. Dr. Karen Weiner, MD, MMM, MA, is former CEO of a large multispecialty group and founder/CEO of Proprio Consulting.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1628 5 full Episode 103: The Fallacy of Work-Life Balance with Liz Cruz, MD Episode 103: The Fallacy of Work-Life Balance with Liz Cruz, MD https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-103-the-fallacy-of-work-life-balance-with-liz-cruz-md/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-103-the-fallacy-of-work-life-balance-with-liz-cruz-md/#comments Tue, 23 Jan 2024 09:41:20 -0500 dianeshannon.podbean.com/9bca1187-05a9-3b34-b822-6d29401db13b Trying to “do it all” or at least keep up at home and at work can leave us feeling demoralized, exhausted, and overwhelmed. Join with me to hear Dr. Liz Cruz share her realization that “50-50 work-life balance” is a set up for guilt–and how she used two strategies to tame Work Outside of Work, giving her at least one full day off every week. Elizabeth Cruz, MD is a primary care physician and section chief of Internal Medicine currently practicing in the state of Washington in a multi-speciality group practice. She received her medical degree at the Medical College of Wisconsin, did her internship at the University of Utah and finished her residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin, all in General Internal Medicine. 

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

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]]> Trying to “do it all” or at least keep up at home and at work can leave us feeling demoralized, exhausted, and overwhelmed. Join with me to hear Dr. Liz Cruz share her realization that “50-50 work-life balance” is a set up for guilt–and how she used two strategies to tame Work Outside of Work, giving her at least one full day off every week. Elizabeth Cruz, MD is a primary care physician and section chief of Internal Medicine currently practicing in the state of Washington in a multi-speciality group practice. She received her medical degree at the Medical College of Wisconsin, did her internship at the University of Utah and finished her residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin, all in General Internal Medicine. 

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1600 4 full Episode 102: Taming the Guilt with Sapna Shah-Haque, MD Episode 102: Taming the Guilt with Sapna Shah-Haque, MD https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-102-taming-the-guilt-with-sapna-shah-haque-md/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-102-taming-the-guilt-with-sapna-shah-haque-md/#comments Tue, 23 Jan 2024 09:39:16 -0500 dianeshannon.podbean.com/24b6dde3-b08a-3303-8471-aebe20eb2eff Juggling the roles of mom and doctor can easily spawn feelings of guilt when you feel you’re not giving enough to one aspect of your life. How do we get out from under? Join my conversation with Dr. Shah-Haque to hear how this busy, rural primary care physician has successfully managed to quiet the guilt. Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, MD, MBA is a board certified Internal Medicine physician. After experiencing burnout herself, and watching other physician colleagues burn out, it became a passion of hers to be an advocate for physicians.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

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]]> Juggling the roles of mom and doctor can easily spawn feelings of guilt when you feel you’re not giving enough to one aspect of your life. How do we get out from under? Join my conversation with Dr. Shah-Haque to hear how this busy, rural primary care physician has successfully managed to quiet the guilt. Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, MD, MBA is a board certified Internal Medicine physician. After experiencing burnout herself, and watching other physician colleagues burn out, it became a passion of hers to be an advocate for physicians.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

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]]> Diane Shannon, MD false No 1468 3 full Episode 101 - Creating Time for Ourselves with Molly Ehlman, MD Episode 101 - Creating Time for Ourselves with Molly Ehlman, MD https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-101-with-dr-molly-ehlman/ https://dianeshannon.podbean.com/e/episode-101-with-dr-molly-ehlman/#comments Fri, 19 Jan 2024 09:18:25 -0500 dianeshannon.podbean.com/37f4f051-49f3-320f-b926-a960d84a1474 As women in medicine, we struggle to meet the needs of our patients and our families. Time for ourselves often gets short shrift. Years ago, I was so impressed by Dr. Ehlman’s strategies for navigating life as a doctor mom that I invited her to help me launch my new podcast. Learn the tactics she’s used to find and protect time for herself, even to hang out with a friend on a weeknight! Dr. Molly Ehlman is an internal medicine physician with three small children who lives in St. Louis.

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

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]]> As women in medicine, we struggle to meet the needs of our patients and our families. Time for ourselves often gets short shrift. Years ago, I was so impressed by Dr. Ehlman’s strategies for navigating life as a doctor mom that I invited her to help me launch my new podcast. Learn the tactics she’s used to find and protect time for herself, even to hang out with a friend on a weeknight! Dr. Molly Ehlman is an internal medicine physician with three small children who lives in St. Louis.

Like what you heard?  Listen to more episodes with Dr. Diane Shannon on our podcast Vital Signs: Thriving as Women in Medicine

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Diane W. Shannon, MD, MPH, PCC is an internal medicine physician, award-winning writer, and certified coach. She understands the stresses inherent in the practice of medicine and the additional challenges that women face in the profession. Her passion is helping women in medicine create lives where they can thrive.

Share your experience and continue the conversation with Diane at www.dianeshannon.com or www.linkedin.com/in/dianewshannon

 

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