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Girl Doc Survival Guide

Christine J Ko, MD

Young doctors are increasingly in ‘survival’ mode.Far from flourishing, the relentless pressure of working in medicine means that ‘balance’ is harder than ever to achieve.On the Girl Doc Survival Guide, Yale professor and dermatologist Dr Christine J Ko sits down with doctors, psychologists and mental health experts to dig into the real challenges and rewards of life in medicine.From dealing with daily stressors and burnout to designing a career that doesn’t sacrifice your personal life, this

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EP185: Mindful Living and Writing with Dr. Hafeez Diwan

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2025/09/24

Dr. Hafeez Diwan: The Power of 'Meh', Writing Passions, and Handling Obnoxious PeopleIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Dr. Hafeez Diwan, Professor of Pathology, Immunology, and Dermatology at Baylor College of Medicine, shares insights on his diverse writing endeavors, from self-help books to a young adult sci-fi fantasy novel co-authored with his daughter. Highlighting ideas from his books 'The Power of Meh' and 'How to Love Obnoxious People,' Dr. Diwan

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14:36

EP184: Navigating Grief: A Conversation with Dr. Tony...

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2025/09/17

Navigating Grief with Dr. Tony Subtil: Acceptance, Processing, and AdjustmentIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine explores the topic of grief with Dr. Tony Subtil, a Clinical Associate Professor of Pathology at the University of British Columbia and author of the textbook Diagnosis of Cutaneous Lymphoid Infiltrates: A Visual Approach to Differential Diagnosis and Knowledge Gaps. Dr. Subtil shares his personal experiences with grief, discusses the common misconceptions physicians

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19:37

EP183: Breaking Traditions: Dr. Jane Grant-Kels on...

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2025/09/10

Career and Family: A Conversation with Dr. Jane Grant-KelsIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine interviews Dr. Jane Grant-Kels, a prominent dermatologist and Professor at the University of Connecticut Health Center. Dr. Grant-Kels shares insights from her extensive career in dermatology, including founding the UConn Dermatology residency program and receiving numerous accolades. She offers personal anecdotes about balancing her demanding career and family life, the importance of

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19:01

EP182: Navigating Dermatopathology: Insights from Dr....

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2025/09/03

A Conversation with Dr. Jag Bhawan: Career, Challenges, and Lifelong Learning in DermatopathologyIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Dr. Jag Bhawan, a distinguished dermatopathologist from Boston University School of Medicine, shares his journey and accomplishments in the field. Dr. Bhawan recounts a significant anecdote from his early career, emphasizing the importance of maintaining an open mind, the value of perseverance, and the necessity of clinical-pathological correlation. He also

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EP181: Carving Paths: Women's Journeys in Medicine...

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2025/08/27

Medicine and Motherhood with Dr. Eliza Lo ChinThis episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide features Dr. Eliza Lo Chin, Executive Director of the American Medical Women's Association (AMWA) and former AMWA President. Dr. Chin, an internist with a focus on women's health, shares her personal journey balancing her career, motherhood, and marriage. She discusses the inspiration behind her anthology, 'This Side of Doctoring: Reflections from Women in Medicine,' and reflects on her path

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EP180: The Art of Pathology: Balancing Passion and...

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2025/08/20

The Balance of Work and Passion with Dr. Edward J GutmannIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine welcomes Dr. Edward J Gutmann, MD, a cytopathologist at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center. They discuss Dr. Gutmann's career path which includes studying English and history, and how these experiences inform his work in pathology. Dr. Gutmann shares a memorable anecdote about choosing a Bob Weir concert over an academic lecture, highlighting the importance of personal passions

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14:35

EP179: A Conversation with Dr. William James on...

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2025/08/13

Insights on Success, Optimism, and Emotional Intelligence with Dr. William JamesIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine interviews Dr. William James, an Emeritus Professor of Dermatology with a distinguished career spanning over four decades. Dr. James shares his extensive medical background, personal anecdotes, and the importance of forming lasting relationships. He discusses key skills that have contributed to his thriving academic career, such as optimism, listening, and respect

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EP178: Reimagining Success: Leaning Out with Dawn Baker

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2025/08/06

Embracing Change: From Breast Cancer to Being Nice to YourselfIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine edited an episode from the Lean Out Podcast with Dr. Dawn Baker. The conversation covers Christine's journey with a breast cancer diagnosis and its impact on her work. They discuss the importance of self-care, the fixed mindset, and having hobbies. Christine shares insights from her journey as a parent of a young patient and her reflections on medical decisions, emphasizing

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EP177: Tuscan Trails and Total Renewal

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2025/07/30

The Rejuvenating Power of a Well-Planned VacationIn this short and sweet summer episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine shares her rejuvenating experience from a girls' vacation to Italy. The trip was a graduation gift from her sister to her daughter and included highlights such as exploring Rome, biking through Tuscany, and visiting Florence. Christine emphasizes the benefits of taking a vacation planned by someone else, visiting a new place, and engaging in the right amount of

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EP176: Beyond Sound: Owen's Story of Silence and Sound

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2025/07/23

Exploring Life with Cochlear Implants: A Conversation with Paul Bass and Owen WhangIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, we have excerpts from Dateline New Haven, in which host Paul Bass interviews Christine and her son Owen Whang about their picture book, SOUND SWITCH WONDER. The book, inspired by Owen's experiences with cochlear implants, aims to fill a gap in children's literature by featuring a character with the implants living his daily life. Christine, a Professor of

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EP175: From Melanoma to Mindbody Medicine: Dr. Keira...

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2025/07/16

Unveiling the Connection: Dr. Keira Barr on Stress, Skin Health, and the Mind-Body ParadigmIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Dr. Keira Barr, a dermatologist specializing in somatic psychodermatology, shares her personal journey of discovering early melanoma and the ensuing health challenges that led her to explore the mind-body connection. Dr. Barr discusses the critical role of stress in skin and overall health, highlighting the importance of recognizing and addressing body signals

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EP174: The Empowered Physician Mom: Dr. La Toya...

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2025/07/09

Redefining Success and Survival for Physician Moms with Dr. ToyaIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Dr. La Toya Luces-Sampson, aka Dr. Toya, shares her top five tools for navigating motherhood while being a physician. She emphasizes the importance of redefining one's own values around motherhood, building a supportive village (both paid and unpaid), maintaining a healthy marriage, prioritizing self-care, and trusting oneself. Dr. Toya also discusses how the culture of medicine

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EP173: Medicine and Motherhood: Insights with Dr. Toya

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2025/07/02

Overcoming Burnout and Redefining Physician Motherhood with Dr. La Toya Luces-SampsonIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Dr. La Toya Luces-Sampson, also known as Dr. Toya, an OB/Gyn, perinatal mental health specialist, and transformational coach, shares her personal journey through three periods of burnout during her medical career and postpartum experience. Dr. Toya discusses the pressures of being a physician mom, the challenges of career and family, and the importance of redefining

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EP172: Dr. Ilona Frieden: Navigating a Groundbreaking...

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2025/06/25

Navigating A Stellar Career in Pediatric Dermatology: Dr. Ilona FriedenIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Dr. Ilona Frieden, a distinguished leader in pediatric dermatology, shares her journey and insights. Dr. Frieden discusses her personal background, the challenges she faced growing up in California, and her unexpected path into medicine. She underscores the importance of balancing career aspirations with personal well-being and family, talking about her own experiences with social

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EP171: Empowering Healers: Prioritizing Self Within...

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2025/06/18

The Importance of Awareness, Boundaries, and Support in Medical CultureIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, we continue our compilation from the last 40 episodes, focusing on critical topics like error and diagnostic discordance, dealing with mistakes, the toxic culture in medicine, the necessity of self-awareness, and prioritizing personal well-being. Featuring insights from various medical professionals, the episode emphasizes the importance of honesty, boundaries, emotional processing,

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EP170: The Human Side of Medicine: Confronting Error...

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2025/06/11

Embracing Imperfection: Navigating Error and Diagnostic Discordance in MedicineIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine reflects on key insights from various experts across multiple episodes that discuss the inevitability of errors and diagnostic discordance in medical practice. Featuring quotes from Dr. Philip McKee, Dr. Ale Gru, Dr. Rose Elenitsas, Dr. Gauri Agarwal, and others, the transcript emphasizes the human aspect of medicine where perfection is impossible yet striving to

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EP169: Medicine's Dual Challenges: Gender Bias and...

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2025/06/04

Balancing Medicine and Motherhood with Dr. Wendy SteadIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Dr. Wendy Stead, the Program Director for the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Infectious Diseases Fellowship, discusses her dual roles in medical education and as a mentor for residents. She provides a personal anecdote about her experiences as a mother of two. The conversation explores gender bias in academic advancement, the challenges female medical providers face, and the importance of

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EP168: Building a Sustainable Medical Career: Lessons...

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2025/05/28

Thriving in Pediatric Emergency Medicine: Insights from Dr. Tessa DavisIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, we are joined by Dr. Tessa Davis, a pediatric emergency medicine consultant at the Royal London Hospital and co-founder of the pioneering educational platform Don't Forget the Bubbles. Dr. Davis shares her unique journey from Glasgow to Sydney and back to the UK, detailing her experiences in building a balanced and sustainable career. She offers practical advice on medical

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EP167: Beyond the Operating Room: Dr. Celeste Royce...

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2025/05/21

Navigating Medicine with Dr. Celeste Royce: Mentorship, Motherhood, and AdvocacyIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Dr. Celeste Royce, a Harvard Medical School OB/GYN educator with over 35 years of experience, shares insights from her comprehensive career. Dr. Royce discusses her journey from initial medical school fears to her love for OB/GYN, shaped by camaraderie and a pivotal surgery block experience. She reflects on her challenges as a female physician, including balancing

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EP166: Off the Treadmill: Discovering Your True Path...

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2025/05/14

Finding Authentic Balance: A Conversation with Dr. Dawn Baker on Burnout and RediscoveryIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, host Christine interviews Dr. Dawn Baker, a board-certified anesthesiologist and lifestyle design coach. Dr. Baker shares her journey from burnout and significant health issues, including a pituitary tumor, to finding a sustainable path forward. They discuss the perils of the 'treadmill of achievement,' the importance of self-compassion, and practical

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