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EPISODE · Sep 10, 2025 · 43 MIN

Top ICU Doctor on Burnout: One Thing Matters More Than Work with Ognjen Gajic | #TheLastZebraPod

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For Critical Care Intensivist Dr. Ognjen Gajic, avoiding burnout in a demanding medical career isn't about "work-life balance," but harmony. In a clip from The Last Zebra, Dr. Gajic shares a personal story of career rejection that led to a profound realisation at home with his son. He explains why the conventional idea of "balance" is flawed and why prioritising family is the ultimate foundation for a sustainable and meaningful career in medicine.This insightful conversation from "The Last Zebra" delves into the human challenges that shape a medical professional's life and career, highlighting how personal values are integral to professional success.Follow The Conversation On:Dr. Ugo Ezema on IG: https://instagram/ugoezemamdTLZ Pod on IG: https://instagram/thelastzebrapod Listen to the FULL, unfiltered conversation with Dr. Dee Ford on The Last Zebra Podcast:Stream TLZ Pod On Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/13QjxW49xOkSqkP9zQKyRS?si=_94N98AiTYGFD02EgHXZtAListen TLZ Pod on Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-last-zebra/id1715958112 Checkout TLZ Pod on Captivate:https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-last-zebra/ SUBSCRIBE to The Last Zebra for more stories that challenge the conventions of medicine.https://www.youtube.com/@UgoEzemaMD?sub_confirmation=1VISIThttps://linktr.ee/ugoezemamd for more from OJII StudioHosted by Dr. Ugo Ezema, "The Last Zebra" explores the unique, diverse, and individual experiences of medical professionals. It seeks the commonalities among us by focusing on stories that deviate from dogma to reveal the extraordinary side of medicine and humanity.GUESTFeaturing Ognjen Gajic, MD (Critical Care Intensivist)MUSIC BY'Solecism' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au

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