#51| Building A Dual Physician Life In Nashville

We sit down with Dr. Brendan Frainey and Dr. Allison Weiffenbach for an honest look at what dual physician life really takes, from long-distance training to building careers and raising kids in Nashville. We talk through the moves, the systems at home, and the mindset shifts that help us protect marriage and mental health when time is tight. • meeting in college and building a relationship through pre-med and medical school • making long distance work by planning the next visit and lowering pressure • choosing Nashville for fellowship, careers, and a livable family routine • navigating interviews, pregnancy, childcare, and schools during a move • leaving a poor-fit job and deciding to pursue a better path • opening a dermatology practice and learning the business side fast • managing people, hiring, training, and tough conversations as an owner • relying on a nanny and building flexible routines without nearby family • using constant communication to split weeks that never look the same • protecting marriage through date nights, workouts, and adults-only trips • advice for medical couples to pivot when unhappy and avoid resentment • what they would tell their younger selves about trust, effort, and regret Dr. Allison Weiffenbach is a board-certified dermatologist and founder of Cortina, a premier destination for advanced skincare in Belle Meade, TN. Through a personalized approach, she and her team provide both medical and cosmetic dermatology services using the latest technologies. For more information, visit their website and Instagram page. If you enjoyed this episode, I would love for you to subscribe, leave a review, or share it with another physician spouse. Your support helps more of us to connect. Keep in mind this podcast is for you. So, let's keep this conversation going. Connect with me on Instagram or email me at [email protected] with your thoughts, topic ideas, questions, or even guest suggestions.