Physicians Keepers

Dr. Temi Ajao, an emergency physician turned money coach, shares how $500K in student debt, career pressure, and burnout pushed her to redefine both her work and her finances. She breaks down practical strategies for managing physician income, navigating taxes, tackling debt, and building wealth while addressing the hidden pressure many first-generation high earners face.

Dr. Hannah Parr, a physician and diabetes educator living with type 1 diabetes, shares how her diagnosis shaped her path in medicine. She discusses leaving traditional residency to pursue functional and preventive care, focusing on lifestyle, patient education, and chronic disease management.The conversation explores the importance of accepting a diagnosis, addressing emotional health, and redefining success in medicine while highlighting alternative career paths like Direct Primary Care.

In this episode, Dr. Maryna Mammoliti joins Dr Ally for a powerful conversation on administrative violence in medicine, a term describing how systems meant to regulate and protect can be misused to harm physicians. From complaints and investigations to workplace politics, these processes can carry serious emotional, financial, and professional consequences.This episode highlights the importance of recognizing red flags, building support systems, and practicing radical acceptance as a form of protection. Because at the end of the day, your career should never come at the cost of your life, your peace, or your relationships.

In this episode of Physicians Keepers, Dr. Ona Utuama shares her journey from family physician to entrepreneur, building Tribal Eyes Eyewear and launching a Saturday-focused women’s clinic through Collab MD Direct Primary Care.She discussed  how she identified gaps in both fashion and healthcare, creating inclusive solutions.

In this episode, Dr. Vanessa Gavin-Headen shares how a childhood passion for sewing turned into a purpose-driven business decades later. What started as a stress reliever during COVID became Valmasi Scrubs  a brand created to solve a real problem for curvy women in healthcare.From navigating career expectations to embracing entrepreneurship in her 40s, her story is a powerful reminder that your dreams doesn’t expire.

Dr. Janeeka Benoit shares her journey with weight and body image to helping high-achieving women understand their metabolism and reclaim their health. This episode explores the link between mindset, identity, and sustainable wellness challenging the idea that weight loss is one-size-fits-all and highlighting a more personalized, balanced approach to health.

In this episode, Dr. Jazzmine Basham, DO shares her journey from physician to patient advocate and sheds light on the challenges patients face navigating today’s healthcare system.We discuss the importance of patient education, clear communication, and taking an active role in your care. From preparing for appointments to understanding your rights and seeking second opinions, this conversation is all about empowering patients to make informed decisions.Jazzmine also offers insights for physicians interested in advocacy, while Ally shares her journey into healthcare education through entrepreneurship.

In this episode, Dr. Sassy Weinstein, a sports and fitness physician, shares her journey from traditional medicine to building her own direct care practice. She discusses the challenges of entering medical entrepreneurship without formal business training, the importance of continuous learning, and how building a supportive network helped her along the way.

In this episode Dr. Mai explains why AI in mental health must be specialized, ethical, and designed to support not replace clinicians. She highlights how thoughtful technology can address provider shortages, reduce burnout, and improve patient outcomes.This episode explores:✔️ The intersection of physical and mental healthcare✔️ The physician-to-entrepreneur transition✔️ The importance of social capital and collaboration✔️ The complexity of behavioral health documentation✔️ How AI can empower mental health providersIf you’re a healthcare professional, entrepreneur, or someone passionate about mental health innovation, this conversation is for you.

In this episode, Dr Sheneka Hornes highlighted the importance of Physicians asking for a better working condition, as well as setting your priorities right before accepting any employment contract 

What happens when a medical career that looks perfect on paper no longer feels fulfilling?In this episode, Dr. Sonali Hamachandra shares her transition from infectious disease to obesity medicine and coaching midlife women through MD Healthstyle Coaching. After two decades in traditional practice, she chose to pursue a path that aligned more closely with her growing passion for weight management and long-term wellness.

Dr. Ally introduces Dr. Rhonda Mattox, a board-certified psychiatrist with over two decades of experience, who speaks on mental health, media, policy, faith, and voice. Dr. Mattox shares her personal motivation for creating a space for physicians to share their experiences, highlighting the importance of solidarity and support, especially for Black women in medicine. She explained how workplace environments that suppress women's voices can lead to anxiety, defensive behavior, and negative health effects that spill over into personal life, while emphasizing on the importance of building a trusted community outside work.

In this episode with Dr. Ally and Dr. Tolu Olabintan, discuss the importance of learning how to create a work life balance as a physician. Dr. Olabintan who is a a board-certified primary care physician and co-founder of Living Spring Family Medical Center in Mansfield, Texas, shared her background and enthusiasm for helping patients improve their quality of life. She emphasized on the importance of the knowing and prioritizing one's values, scheduling important activities, and setting boundaries, as well as physicians understanding the need to say no to certain commitments to avoid resentment and maintain a healthy work life balance

In this episode, Ally sits down with Dr. Rodrick Stewart to discuss how meaningful conversations can transform patient care. Dr. Stewart introduces his concept of a “love ethic” in medicine, inspired by bell hooks, emphasizing care, trust, respect, and open communication in the doctor–patient relationship.They explore building trust with patients—especially underserved populations—prioritizing connection over metrics, improving communication around medications and referrals, and creating safe, non-judgmental spaces for sensitive conversations. The episode also tackles physician burnout, setting professional boundaries, managing difficult patient behaviors, and maintaining work-life balance while still delivering high-quality care.A thoughtful conversation on practicing medicine with presence, purpose, and compassion.

In this episode, Dr. Bianca Busch, a double-board certified psychiatrist, shares her powerful journey through medical school, residency, and private practice. She opens up about facing unexpected academic setbacks, navigating ADHD and test anxiety, and pushing forward despite doubts from mentors who questioned her path in medicine.Dr. Bianca reflects on how early failures challenged her identity as a high-achieving student and forced her to redefine success beyond grades and exams. She discusses the emotional toll of tying self-worth to performance, the importance of supportive community, and how reframing failure as data not identity can transform personal and professional growth.Now in private practice, Dr. Bianca helps physicians and other high achieving individuals rebuild confidence, manage performance anxiety, and develop healthier relationships with success. Her story is a reminder that setbacks do not disqualify you, they can become the foundation for resilience, purpose, and meaningful impact.📩 Have a story to share? I’d love to hear from you!📧 Contact me at: [email protected] or send a message on Instagram @physicianskeepers. Connect with Dr Bianca at: Drbiancabusch.com

Join me as I interview Dr Peju, an internal medicine physician, a physician executive and the founder of Leadership MD, who helps healthcare professionals build executive presence and rise without burnouts.In this episode Dr. Peju shares her journey of embracing leadership in health care, challenging imposter syndrome, choosing progress over perfection, and recognizing physicians’ true value beyond pay. She highlights why physicians must lead, how doctors can avoid imposter syndrome, how problem solving and ownership shape better systems, and why taking breaks is a strength, not weakness.From burnout and career transitions to the future of physician leadership, Dr. Peju advocates early leadership exposure in medical training. She also breaks down practical leadership pathways coaching, accelerators, and micro learning to help physicians communicate their value, build visibility, and lead with impact.📩 Have a story to share? I’d love to hear from you!📧 Contact me at: [email protected] or send a message on Instagram @physicianskeepersLet’s start the conversation and work towards a better environment for all clinicians!!

Join me as I interview Dr. Barbara, a Conscious Leadership and Neuroscience-Based Coach. She works with high-performing business owners, leaders, and entrepreneurs, helping them lead, live, and run their businesses from the inside out.In this episode, Dr. Barbara shares powerful insights on the bullying culture within medical training, particularly how top-down leadership can create toxic environments. We had a deep discussion about the unhealthy approaches to mentorship and teaching in medicine—how they can sometimes break individuals down rather than build them up. She also highlighted how many mentors and teachers, having gone through the same system, often perpetuate these harmful practices.I also share my personal experiences with bullying in medical training, making this conversation both eye-opening and deeply personal.🚨 Don't miss this important discussion on the need for change in medical training and mentorship!📩 Have a story to share? I’d love to hear from you! 📧 Contact me at: [email protected] or send a message on Instagram @physicianskeepers 🌐 Connect with Dr. Barbara: designyourlifefoundation.ck.pageLet’s start the conversation and work towards a healthier training environment for all!

Join me as I interview Dr Gloria Esoimeme about her experience with bullying as a resident physicians.  Dr Esoimeme is a foreign trained graduate who trained in Nigeria and transitioned to the United states. She completed her residency training in internal medicine. 

Interview with Dr Adam Harrison who is an expert anti bullying advocate. We share his first hand experience of being bullied in training and how he was able to successfully navigate this. Because of his experience he has become an expert in coaching, training leaders and organizations of the importance of kind leadership and empathy.  

Dr Dehga is a board certified internal medicine physician who currently practices aesthetic medicine.  Join me as we discuss her difficult journey in residency where she experienced being bullied and the impact it had on her mental well being. Thankfully she was able to overcome the struggles and now is using her story to shed light on the danger of bullying in medical training.  

Dr Sarah Nasir is a board certified famil  medicine physician and addiction medicine specialist who went through bullying during her training and was able to recover from the impact this had on both her professional and personal life. 

In this episode Dr Ally explains the mission behind physicians keepers.  This podcast was created to tackle the problems in the physicians community by interviewing others physicians and offering solutions to these problems.  We want to make sure that no physician is left behind.