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How Medical Residency Changes Your Personality Forever. #450 Mar 04, 2025

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We break down a shocking incident where a gunman held ICU staff hostage at UPMC Memorial hospital, killing a police officer and injuring five other people. Then, we dive into the GOP’s potential cuts to student loan forgiveness for 4.8 million healthcare professionals and what it could mean. Lastly, we get real about the mental toll of residency, the intense stress, and how it reshaped our personalities. We share our personal stories of what we went through during residency from the intense pressures, the emotional tolls, etc.

This Week We Discuss:

0:00 Intro

02:57 Deadly UPMC memorial hospital shooting

16:01 GOP considering cutting student loan forgiveness for 4.8 million healthcare workers

29:36 The Tom Brady Story and having a plan B

32:57 Cancelation of Joy Reid's MSNBC Show

34:46 Residency & the stress that comes with it

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REPLAY: Failures on the Path to Becoming a Doctor #399 Feb 25, 2025

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Unlock the secrets to a successful medical career with insights from Drs. Love and Uchenna Anani, esteemed Howard University College of Medicine alumni. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for budding medical professionals, shining a light on the importance of self-awareness, adaptability, and mentorship in navigating the winding road to residency. Dr. Uchenna Anani, an assistant program director in a pediatric residency program, joins us to share her priceless advice on how to present the best version of oneself while remaining true to one's personal and professional goals.

Ever wonder what it takes to maintain a spark of passion in the grueling world of medical school? This discussion goes beyond textbooks and test scores, emphasizing the pursuit of areas that truly pique your curiosity. We delve into how organizations like SNMA are essential in championing underrepresented students. Plus, we add a dash of humor with unlikely hobbies and draw surprising parallels between match day and sports drafts, proving that a medical education can still have its light-hearted moments.

The road to a medical residency is fraught with challenges, but our conversation provides a guiding light for those facing setbacks. We tackle recent changes in ERAS, the intricacies of signaling programs, and the tough realities of medical residency, including dismissals. This episode isn't just about professional hurdles; it's a candid look at the personal growth and the interpersonal skills necessary to thrive in the demanding medical field. So join us, and let this episode be your mentor in carving out a fulfilling path in medicine.

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Surgeon Leaves OR for Insurance Call. Doctors, Social Media & Ethics. #448 Part 3 Feb 24, 2025

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We explore a case where Dr. Elisabeth Potter, a surgeon , decided to pause a surgery to respond to a phone call from UnitedHealthcare. Dr. Potter took to social media to express her frustration and later clarified in a follow-up post that there was a second surgeon in the operating room with her, who watched over the patient as she took the phone call.

UnitedHealthcare have denied Potter's claim that she was forced to step out of the surgery that day to take the call by saying," Let us be clear: any suggestion that UnitedHealthcare asked you to step out of surgery, or that the call was urgent, is false. UnitedHealthcare did not ask - now would it ever expect - a physician to interrupt patient care to return a phone call about a notification error or any other insurance matter."

Join us for a discussion on whether Dr. Potter made a necessary move or was there a lapse in judgment from her.

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LLC vs. S-Corp for Our Locums Business Explained. #449 Feb 21, 2025

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On this episode of “What y’all say Friday” , we start off by sharing what it’s like to juggle medicine and parenthood. We actually recorded this episode during our first child-free vacation since our honeymoon.

We then answer questions from our listeners on whether our locum tenens business is incorporated as an S-Corporation or LLC. We shed light on the differences between LLCs, S-Corps, and C-Corps. Tune in for insights, and don’t forget to check out our Tax Series episodes linked below!

Timeline

00:00 Introduction

01:43 Our weekend getaway at a resort without the kids.

06:35 Shoutout to Mr. Evans at the post office.

08:16 Are we incorporated as an S-Corporation or LLC.

15:52 The difference between a C-Corporation and an S- Corporation

22:18 S-Corp vs. LLC when filing taxes.

24:47 Handling your benefits such as 401k, disability insurance, health insurance, as your own employer.

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Is The Affordable Care Act in Trouble? What Trump’s New Policies Mean for You. #448 Part 2 Feb 20, 2025

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Since stepping back into office in 2025, President Trump has made moves against the Affordable Care Act (ACA). On day one, he signed an executive order reversing policies designed to strengthen Medicaid and expand healthcare access, setting the stage for major changes.

Now, his administration is pushing for massive Medicaid funding cuts ($2.3 trillion over the next decade) which could leave millions of Americans, including entrepreneurs and independent contractors, struggling with skyrocketing healthcare costs.

What does this mean for self-employed professionals like locum tenens doctors? How will these changes impact the insurance market and healthcare accessibility? We’re breaking it all down so tune in for the full discussion!

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Kendrick Lamar Super Bowl 2025 Halftime Performance. #448 Part 1 Feb 19, 2025

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We're breaking down Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl 2025 halftime performance featuring surprise appearances by SZA and Serena Williams. Let’s just say it gave us a lot to talk about! Nii’s giving it a B+, but overall, we both enjoyed the show and its theme. A lot of people thought Kendrick wouldn’t perform "Not Like Us," but he proved everyone wrong. And then there’s Bomani Jones, who thought Beyoncé would’ve been the better pick for the Super Bowl.

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Healthcare Chaos: The Affordable Care Act under Trump & Doctor Leaves OR Mid Surgery for Insurance Call. #448 Feb 18, 2025

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We start by giving our views on Kendrick Lamar's 2025 Super Bowl performance. We then talk about how decisions from the Trump administration may affect healthcare costs by destabilizing the market, making insurance increasingly unaffordable for self-employed individuals and entrepreneurs. To wrap up we discuss Dr. Elisabeth Potter who left the OR to take a call from UnitedHealthcare insurance.

Timeline

00:00 Introduction

02:43 Our views on Kendrick Lamar performing "Not Like Us" at the Super Bowl.

09:08 The Affordable Care Act (Obama Care) under Trump's administration.

32:15 A doctor leaving the OR to take a call from insurance.

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Doctor Shortage Dilemma: Using APPs like NPs, PAs & CRNAs always backfires. #446 Part 3 Feb 17, 2025

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We tackle the pressing issue of physician shortages and the disconnect between medical school admissions and residency spots. We also discuss why using APPs like Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) in place of physicians does not work in the long run.

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Shadowing and The Struggle Of Picking A Specialty. #447 Feb 14, 2025

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We love hearing from our listeners and so on this episode of "What y'all say Friday" we are answering two questions that were sent to us. Join us as we explore shadowing as a pre-med student and also the struggle of specialty selection in medical school which can be overwhelming. Through stories and personal insights, we discuss the importance of exploring various specialties and different shadowing experiences. So tune in for humor, insight, and mentorship.

Timeline

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04:42 Listener question on shadowing Dr. Nii. We explore what that looks like for Trauma surgery and for OB-GYN.

20:35 Listener question on the struggle of picking a specialty.

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Are Doctors Going to be Policed like Military Workers? #446 Part 2 Feb 13, 2025

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What if being a doctor is no longer the prestigious, lifelong calling it once was? Join the conversation as we unravel what is happening in healthcare at the moment, and why we think doctors are essentially blue collar workers.

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