From Burnout to Renewal: Dr. Michael Antil’s Move from North Carolina to Toronto

In Part 1 of this three-part series, Dr. Rob Beck interviews Dr. Michael Antil, an internist who relocated his family from North Carolina to Toronto. Dr. Antil shares the professional and personal factors behind his move, including burnout, community tensions during the pandemic, and frustration with financial pressures in U.S. healthcare. He reflects on the contrast he’s experienced in Canada, highlighting simplified administration, collaborative colleagues, and a healthcare culture with different patient expectations. This episode focuses on the “why” behind the move. In Parts 2 and 3, Dr. Antil will explore lifestyle changes, taxes, and the immigration process in greater detail. An honest and thoughtful conversation for physicians navigating career crossroads or considering practice abroad. Podcast Link: The Interesting MD Podcast  YouTube Link: The Interesting MD  Website Link: https://www.interestingmd.com/ Have a content suggestion? Email us at [email protected] Contact me Email us at [email protected]