The Truth About Healthcare & It's Impact On Patients with Dr. Adrienne Towsen

Can doctors still practice patient-first care in a profit-first healthcare system? Today, countless physicians are feeling the strain as independent practices are disappearing, replaced by corporate entities that prioritize profits over patient care and physician autonomy. Dr. Adrienne Towsen knows this landscape intimately, having navigated the challenging terrain of orthopedic surgery as a woman in a male-dominated field and recently walking away from a private equity practice that no longer aligned with her values. Her story offers a beacon of hope for healthcare professionals feeling trapped, showing that there are alternative paths forward when the traditional route becomes unsustainable. Listening in, you'll walk away with practical ways to honor your values, protect your well-being, and explore new directions in medicine. What You'll Learn:  The unique challenges women surgeons face in a male dominated medical world. How one orthopedic surgeon navigated private practice through massive healthcare shifts. The unexpected passion that emerged after years of intense medical training. What happens when private equity disrupts a beloved medical practice. Ways networking on LinkedIn can open unexpected professional doors after career transitions. How a single mom balanced a surgical career with raising two daughters. Dr. Towsen's midlife journey into competitive ballroom dancing.   Put Yourself First!  Understand your diagnosis, navigate your treatment options with confidence, and advocate strongly for your own well-being.  Learn more at https://drtiffanytroso.com/home Follow & Subscribe on Substack  A place where complex cancer information becomes clear, where cutting-edge science meets real-world guidance, and where you learn to be the CEO of your own care, no matter where you are in your journey. https://drtiffanytroso.substack.com/ When Your Next Cancer Decision Matters Most - Get A Second Opinion  Get the expert second opinion and personalized guidance you deserve from a veteran, medical oncologist who specializes exclusively in breast and gynecologic cancers. https://drtiffanytroso.com/second-look-oncology About Me - Dr. Tiffany Troso I'm a double board-certified medical oncologist specializing in breast and gynecological cancers, with over 25 years of experience at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
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