Married To Doctors

Few things are more terrifying than adverse outcomes when working as a physician, but when you add litigation anyone would be stressed.   In this episode Lara and Dr. Dearmin discuss how malpractice effects the physician, and the relationships at home. You'll leave with ideas of how to support your loved one should they ever be faced with these challenges.  

In episode #128, Lara speaks with several guests about their opinions on the change to pass/fail on Step 1. You will hear from a current physician, the wife of a MD/PhD student, a couple in residency who graduated from an international medical school, and two MD students. They explore a variety of topics including: Initial reactions to the change. Possible effects on current and future medical students. Ideas on how residencies should consider applicants in the future. Best marriage advice "I feel like if you're going to have 100 units of stress as a medical student, and 20 of it was on Step, 20 units of stress were on Step, they now have distributed that 20 units of stress somewhere else. You need more research, you need to do better on Step 2, you need to do better on your interviews, you need to interview at more places, or you need a better MCAT score. I don't think they took the stress away, they just moved it." -Blade

In episode 127, Lara talks to Doc G of the "What's Up Next" podcast.  They explore a variety of questions including:  -how his dad's death influenced his decision to explore medicine -the disappointments and joys of a career in medicine -if it is okay to leave medicine, and what that can look like -identity: if you aren't a doctor, who are you? For complete show notes, visit www.marriedtodoctors.com   

Enjoy a light-hearted story about one couple and an eventful Match Day.  Abby Turner is married to EM intern, Wes, and they live in Michigan. Former Spanish teacher turned to stay at home mom, Abby has had quite an eventful year! She gave birth to their daughter Adelyn the day after match day as a crescendo to a life-changing week. Abby loves living with her family in their resident location and strives to learn everything she can to make the most of each step along the medical journey.

Dating is good for relationships, no one argues that.  But how does dating actually look when married to medicine or living long distance?  In this episode, Lara visits with a creative couple who shows that it's possible to have fun dating even if there is limited time or long distance involved.  Thank you to this week's sponsor, Spaugh Dameron Tenny!

In episode 124, Lara, podcast host, and relationship coach, shares 6 steps to help us give more affective and sincere apologies.  To see all the steps or learn more about working with Lara visit www.marriedtodoctors.com     

In episode 123, Lara visits with Dr. Tosin Odunsi about her immigrant experience from Nigeria, the black female physician experience, her struggles with passing licensing exams, and young widowhood.  Tosin also generously shares her personal story of finding love again.  I love her example of resiliency and believe that you will as well.  For additional resources or to learn more about the show, visit www.marriedtodoctors.com   

In episode 122, Lara talks to Brent Lacey about his dual physician marriage, life in the navy, and avoiding debt.  They also discuss the decision for his physician wife to choose to stay home after having a baby and Brent's desire to educate physicians on the benefits of private practice. 

In episode 120, Lara talks to Holly Mesarch about taking time for ourselves, taking turns in a marriage, asking for help, and recovering after a difficult time.  Holly Mesarch has a life-long passion for music, both in teaching and performing arts, and delights in sharing that with others. For over a decade she has maintained both a voice and a piano studio in four major cities. She currently resides in El Paso with her husband, Dr. Jasper Mesarch, D.O., M.B.A., F.A.S.A., five sons, the family cat, and the family's newest addition: the puppy.  Attend the next free coaching call, or get the playback here. See the full bio of today's guest and show notes on the website at this link.

In episode 120, Lara talks with her husband, Josh, about the amount of death he sees in his work as a trauma surgeon and how/if it affects their marriage and family.     

Anya Groner, a successful writer and teacher, shares her thoughts about the importance of pursuing her passion and maintaining her personal identity while being married to a physician. Anya also reads her essay, “Is There a Doctor in the Marriage?” that was published in the New York Times in 2015.

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Free coaching call information!  In today's episode (replay) Lara talks with Donna Rovito, editor of Physician Family Magazine, who shares some of her experiences of being in a medical marriage for over 30 years and how the medical profession has evolved over time.  Lara and Donna also discuss the importance of support for physician spouses and the best marriage advice Donna says she ever received. Please consider joining the new Facebook group, Physician Family Community.

Sign Up for the information call about coaching!  Grab your copy of the loneliness workbook here.  About Ann Marie:  Ann Marie is married to Tim, an Orthopedic Surgeon, who is now two years of years out of fellowship. She is a Speech-Language Pathologist by training, and is currently staying at home with their three daughters (ages 1, 3, & 5)! Last year, she started her blog, Surgeon Wife Life,  in order to provide support to other medical spouses and moms juggling the training years and/or new parenthood. You can find her most active on Instagram, and Facebook or at www.surgeonwifelife.blog  

Rachel Giger is a Certified End of Life Coach who specializes in working with Physicians & First Responders who want to change their narrative surrounding death & dying. Rachel has a heart to serve those who serve on the Frontlines of Health Care & Emergency Response.  Rachel can be reached at rgccoaching.com and you can also find her at www.rgccoaching.com   FREE LONELINESS WORKBOOK HERE!  NEXT FREE COACHING CALL INFO!