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The Physician's Mind
by Curtis Wilkerson
Get inside the minds of high performers in medicine - students, doctors, and experts who share the strategies, struggles, and mindset behind elite results. From mastering your studies to pushing your limits, this is where driven future physicians come to level up.
Episodes
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What Medical School Doesn't Teach You About Success
What does it take to build a successful career in medicine beyond clinical excellence? In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, Dr. Ross Kopelman shares his journey from medical student to hair restoration surgeon and entrepreneur. He discusses how physicians discover their path, develop a…
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Stoic Principles To Crush Med School
Medical school will test more than your intelligence. It will test your ability to handle stress, navigate uncertainty, learn from failure, and keep moving forward when things don't go as planned. In this episode of The Physician's Mind, I explore how Stoic philosophy can help medical students...
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5 Habits of Highly Successful Medical Students
Medical school success takes more than intelligence and long hours of studying. It requires adaptability, effective study habits, discipline, strong relationships, and a commitment to continuous growth. In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, we explore 5 essential habits every medical student...
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The Business Lessons Medical School Never Teaches You
What happens when a successful surgeon decides to take his impact beyond the operating room? In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, Dr. Jeffrey Hausfeld shares his journey from a successful surgical career into entrepreneurship, healthcare innovation, and business. He explores how physicians…
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The Boring Secret to Becoming Exceptional
What if the biggest changes in your life and career don’t come from one major decision, but from the small actions you repeat every day? In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, we explore how small, consistent actions compound over time to create meaningful progress in your career…
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The Painful Truth About Becoming Successful
What if suffering isn’t something you’re supposed to simply escape? In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, we explore the relationship between suffering, pain, adversity, resilience, and personal growth. Discomfort is an unavoidable part of life. But instead of always trying to avoid it, what…
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How This Doctor Became a National Medical Leader
What does it really take to lead through change in medicine? In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, Dr. Richard Thacker shares his journey into medicine and the leadership lessons shaped by years of service in healthcare. Dr. Thacker discusses resilience, physician leadership, communication,...
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I Interviewed 75+ Doctors About Success. Here’s What I Learned.
What does it really take to succeed without losing yourself along the way? After conversations with more than 75 doctors and high performers, I’ve noticed a recurring tension between achievement, happiness, significance, and legacy. Success can bring recognition, financial freedom, and new...
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Is Private Practice Dying? The Future of Physician Ownership
Who will control the future of medicine, the physicians who practice it, or the hospitals, corporations, and private equity firms that increasingly shape healthcare? In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I explore how physician practice ownership is changing and what these shifts mean for...
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Vascular Surgeon & Entrepreneur: What It Takes to Win
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, Dr. Austin Price, DO, RPVI, shares the mindset, habits, and strategies that helped him overcome early challenges, become a vascular surgery attending, and create success beyond medicine. Dr. Price breaks down the importance of resilience, coachability,...
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How To Train Your Brain To Focus In Medical School
What if your biggest advantage in medical school isn’t intelligence—but your ability to focus? In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I explore how I can train my focus, resist distractions, study more effectively, and stay engaged when learning gets difficult. I break down why multitasking can...
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How the Military Prepared Me for Success in Medical School
What if succeeding in medical school isn’t about finding more motivation, but becoming someone who can perform when motivation disappears? In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I explore how military training can prepare you for the demands of medical school, residency, and medicine. From...
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The Mind of An Ambitious Orthopedic Surgery Resident
What does it take to go from a rural upbringing to becoming an orthopedic surgery resident and co-founder of REAM? In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, Dr. Taylor Manes shares the experiences, decisions, and mindset that shaped his journey—from growing up in a rural environment to pursuing…
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How Dr. David Price Built Wealth Beyond Medicine
What happens when a physician begins thinking beyond the traditional path of medicine? In this episode of The Physician’s Mind Podcast, Dr. David Price shares how his experiences in international emergency medicine led him to explore physician entrepreneurship, real estate investing, and new...
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This Harvard MD Chose AI Over Residency
What if the traditional path in medicine isn't the only path to success? In this episode of The Physician's Mind, Dr. Aditya Jain shares his journey from medical student to healthcare innovator and COO, revealing how first-principles thinking helped him challenge conventional career advice and...
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How to Study Smarter for Medical School & Board Exams
Missed our live webinar with Dr. AC Talle? Here's the full recorded session. In this special episode of The Physician's Mind, Dr. AC Talle shares evidence-based study techniques that help medical students learn more efficiently, retain information longer, and perform better on exams. Discover why...
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Kevin Jubbal: The Mindset Behind Extraordinary Success
What separates exceptional physicians from everyone else? In this episode of The Physician's Mind, Dr. Kevin Jubbal shares the mindset, habits, and life lessons that transformed him from a top-performing medical student into one of the most influential physician entrepreneurs today. Dr. Jubbal...
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The Mind Of A Forensic Pathologist And Med School Dean
What does it take to become a forensic pathologist, medical school dean, and influential leader in healthcare? In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, Dr. Joyce deJong shares her remarkable journey from growing up in Michigan to becoming a nationally recognized forensic pathologist, medical...
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Never Too Late | Starting Medical School at 34
What does it take to pursue medicine when your journey doesn't follow the traditional path? In this episode of The Physician's Mind, Kevin Clark shares his inspiring story of navigating a non-traditional route to medical school. From discovering his passion for healthcare through real-world...
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From Chess Master to Doctor | Medical School, Residency & Entrepreneur Mindset
What does it really take to succeed in medicine while balancing discipline, ambition, and personal growth? In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I sit down with Dr. Vikhram Balagee, physician resident, chess strategist, entrepreneur, and deep thinker, to explore how he navigates the demanding...
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Inside the Mind of an Elite Surgical Leader
What does it truly take to rise through the demanding world of medicine and become a respected orthopedic surgeon and healthcare leader? In this inspiring episode of The Physician’s Mind, Dr. Bobby Chhabra shares his journey from medical student to becoming a nationally recognized orthopedic...
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Antonio Webb, MD | How He Made It To The Top
Join the Newsletter for Elite Success Tips What does it really take to overcome adversity and become a top orthopedic spine surgeon? In this powerful episode of The Physician’s Mind, Dr. Antonio Webb shares his incredible journey—from a challenging upbringing to becoming a respected surgeon,...
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How Dr. Jason Ryan Built Boards and Beyond
How do you go from being a medical student to building one of the most trusted learning platforms for doctors around the world? In this inspiring episode of The Physician’s Mind Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Jason Ryan, founder of Boards & Beyond, to talk about his journey from medical training to...
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What I Learned About Success After Talking to 75+ Doctors
What does it really take to succeed in medicine—and in life? After interviewing over 75 high-performing physicians, I started noticing a pattern. The doctors who thrive at the highest level aren’t just the smartest or the hardest working… they think differently. In this episode of The Physician’s...
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Why Distraction Kills Your Success (And How to Fix It)
Distraction is the silent killer of productivity—and in today’s world, it’s everywhere. In this episode of The Physician’s Mind Podcast, I break down why staying focused has become harder than ever—and how you can take control of your attention starting today. From my personal experience…
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The Hardest Parts of Medical School (And How I Overcome Them)
In this powerful episode of The Physician’s Mind Podcast, I share the raw truth about my first year of medical school—the pressure, the isolation, and the transformation that changed me forever. From battling burnout and self-doubt to building discipline, resilience, and effective study habits,...
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How This Medical Resident Built a Company While Training
In this inspiring episode of The Physician’s Mind Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Michael Minh Le to explore what it really means to create a life beyond the traditional path of medicine. Dr. Michael Le shares how he balances being a physician, entrepreneur, and content creator—while staying…
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From Debt to Financial Freedom: Dr. Jeff Anzalone’s Blueprint for Physicians
In this powerful episode of The Physician’s Mind, I sit down with Dr. Jeff Anzalone to unpack his journey from financial stress and uncertainty to achieving true financial independence as a healthcare professional. Like many physicians and dentists, Dr. Jeff followed the traditional path — years…
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How Treating the Dying Changed This Doctor Forever
In this deep and reflective episode of The Physician’s Mind, I sit down with Dr. Jason Beckrow to explore the emotional, spiritual, and existential realities of modern medicine—especially within hospice and palliative care. We talk about how physicians can better understand human suffering,...
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5 Life-Changing Lessons I Learned From Mentors | The Physician’s Mind
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I share the five most powerful lessons I’ve learned from mentors throughout my journey in medical school and beyond—lessons that continue to shape how I think, work, and grow both personally and professionally. From building resilience in high-pressure...
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Trusting the Process in Medical School | The Physician’s Mind
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I open up about the often-unspoken reality of pursuing long-term goals in medical school—when effort feels invisible and progress comes painfully slow. Medical training is built on delayed gratification. You show up every day, stay disciplined, and put in...
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Using Stem Cells to Build Mini Hearts with Colin O'Hern | The Physician’s Mind
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I sit down with Colin O'Hern, a DO-PhD student at Michigan State University, to explore the rapidly evolving world of heart organoid research and how it could reshape the future of cardiac medicine. Colin shares his journey as a physician-scientist…
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Wealth vs. Income: Why High-Earning Physicians Still Feel Financially Stuck with Scott Jarred | The Physician’s Mind
Many physicians earn six figures—yet still feel overwhelmed, stressed, and stuck when it comes to money. In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I sit down with Scott Jarred, Founder & CEO of INVST, to break down one of the most misunderstood concepts among high-income professionals: the...
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Leadership, Service & Purpose in Dermatology with Dr. Iltefat Hamzavi | The Physician’s Mind
What truly defines success in medicine—titles, prestige, or purpose? In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, internationally recognized dermatologist, researcher, and global health leader Dr. Iltefat Hamzavi shares why impact and service matter more than status in building a fulfilling medical...
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Why Doctors Don’t Get Rich with Dr. Tom Burns | The Physician’s Mind
Many physicians earn six figures—yet still feel financially stuck. In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I sit down with Dr. Tom Burns to unpack why a high income doesn’t automatically lead to wealth or financial freedom. We explore the high-income trap, the mindset shift doctors must make to...
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How I Survived My First Semester of Medical School | The Physician’s Mind
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I share what it really took to survive my first semester of medical school—from managing an intense academic workload to building the mental discipline required to stay focused under pressure. I break down how I structured my study habits, why discipline...
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The Side of Medicine No One Talks About with Dr. Bradley Block (ENT Specialist) | The Physician’s Mind
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Bradley Block, an ENT specialist and host of The Physician’s Guide to Doctrine, for an honest conversation about the realities of medicine that often go unspoken. Dr. Block shares his journey into otolaryngology, how medical...
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Why Business Skills Matter for Future Doctors with Paul Clancy | The Physician’s Mind
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I sit down with Paul Clancy, an MD/MBA candidate and mentor, to unpack what it really takes to succeed in medicine—beyond grades and test scores. Paul shares his unconventional journey from aspiring engineer to future physician and explains why systems,...
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Building an Elite Career: Dr. Toufic Jildeh on the Journey To Success | The Physician’s Mind
Join me on this episode of The Physician’s Mind as I sit down with Dr. Toufic Jildeh, a renowned orthopedic surgeon, to uncover the secrets behind thriving in medicine without succumbing to burnout. Dr. Jildeh dives deep into the mindset, discipline, and daily habits that drive elite performance…
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Inside the Mind of an Orthopedic Sports Surgeon with Dr. Micah Lissy | The Physician’s Mind
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, Dr. Micah Lissy shares his powerful journey from starting out as a physical therapist to becoming an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon. He opens up about the struggles he faced in medical school, the mindset it took to push through, and the role that...
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Inside Emergency Medicine with Dr. Calandrella | The Physician’s Mind
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I sit down with Dr. Christopher Calandrella to dive into the evolving world of emergency medicine. We talk about why the specialty continues to grow in popularity, the challenges physicians face on the front lines, and how technology and modern practices…
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Surgical Excellence & Leadership Lessons from Spine Surgeon Dr. John Flood | The Physician’s Mind
Few careers face the intensity of spine surgery. In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I sit down with Dr. John Flood—a master of motion-preserving spine techniques and decades of leadership in one of medicine’s most demanding fields. We dive deep into the psychology of surgical excellence,...
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From Engineering to Orthopedics: How Dr. Gregory Kolovich Built an Innovative Mindset | The Physician’s Mind
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, I sit down with Dr. Gregory Kolovich, orthopedic surgeon and founder of OXOS Medical, to explore how an engineering mindset shaped his approach to medicine, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Dr. Kolovich reveals his unique path from engineering to…
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The Science of Dopamine: How to Take Back Control of Your Mind | Dr. Anna Lembke
In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, host Curtis Wilkerson sits down with Stanford psychiatrist Dr. Anna Lembke - bestselling author of Dopamine Nation and one of the world’s leading experts on addiction medicine - to uncover how dopamine shapes your motivation, focus, and self-control.…
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How Functional Medicine Is Transforming Pain Care with Dr. Sean Altman
In this episode, Dr. Sean Altman dives into functional medicine and how addressing the root cause of pain can transform patient care. He shares what separates good clinicians from great ones and the systems needed to build a thriving private practice. 🔗 Learn More & Connect: 🌐 Website –...
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How Storytelling Can Transform Chemistry Education with Dr. Colleen Kelley
How Storytelling Can Transform Chemistry Education with Dr. Colleen Kelley In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, Dr. Colleen Kelley reveals how storytelling can revolutionize chemistry education and make molecular concepts click for students. From molecular literacy to rethinking organic...
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From Pediatrics to the Olympics: Building a Private Practice with Dr. Chris Koutures
How do you build a thriving private medical practice while caring for patients from newborns to Olympians? In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, Olympic Doctor Dr. Chris Koutures joins Curtis Wilkerson to reveal how he built his pediatric and sports medicine practice, ActiveKid MD, into one of...
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How to Get Into Medical School: Med Student Answers 9 Questions
LEARN TO NETWORK LIKE A CHAMPION: Free Mini-Course → White Coat Connections: Networking for Future Physicians This episode features premed advice from a medical student answering 9 real questions about how to study, stay motivated, and get into medical school. Curtis Wilkerson, medical student…
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What It’s Like as a Yale Surgeon
What separates an elite surgeon from the rest? Yale orthopedic surgeon Dr. Arianna Gianakos shares her journey from All-American athlete to one of the top voices in foot & ankle sports medicine. In this episode of The Physician’s Mind, Curtis Wilkerson uncovers how she uses surgical…
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The Mindset to Become Elite (With the AOAO President)
What does it take to rise from setbacks and self-doubt to leading an entire specialty? In this crossover with DO or Do Not Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Sean McMillan, President of the American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics (AOAO), to explore the mindset behind becoming elite. In this...
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Get inside the minds of high performers in medicine - students, doctors, and experts who share the strategies, struggles, and mindset behind elite results. From mastering your studies to pushing your limits, this is where driven future physicians come to level up.
HOSTED BY
Curtis Wilkerson
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Get inside the minds of high performers in medicine - students, doctors, and experts who share the strategies, struggles, and mindset behind elite results. From mastering your studies to pushing your limits, this is where driven future physicians come to level up.
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