The Doctors On Social Media Podcast
This podcast was created by founder Dr. Dana Corriel, who built the SoMeDocs brand (SoMeDocs being short for "Doctors on Social Media") from the ground up. The podcast plans to showcase, in audio format, what has already been built out on the venture's website, at doctorsonsocialmedia.com; unique content representing the diverse voices, talent, and ideas existing in healthcare.With a combined social media audience of 40,000 followers and growing, SoMeDocs is doing something right. Tune in to hear featured change-makers, meaningful conversations, and the innovative ideas that fuel our growth. Because you never know how a SoMeDocs episode will inspire you. The best part of it all is that there we are curating different projects and series, & always featuring interesting professionals, so you'll always be kept on your toes.Don't forget to check out our website, where we have our SERIES section and you'll find the video footage for most of these episodes. Meet the people behind the voices, exclusively at doctorsonsocialmedia.com and let SoMeDocs connect you to the next healthcare star.
The Doctors On Social Media Podcast
Dr. Chen-Joea & The Silent Struggles of Physician Mothers
In this episode of From Print to Pod, Dr. Cynthia Chen-Joea, DO, MPH, FAAFP, DABOM, the author of The Things Physician Mothers Don’t Talk About, shares her experiences as a physician mother, discussing the challenges of the fourth trimester, including physical and mental health issues. She emphasizes the importance of speaking up about postpartum struggles and the societal pressures faced by physician mothers. Dr. Chen-Joea also reflects on her journey of balancing motherhood with her medical career and the role of introversion in her entrepreneurial endeavors.
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Takeaways:
- Strength often looks like silence.
- The fourth trimester can be unexpectedly challenging.
- Postpartum physical changes are often under-discussed.
- Urinary incontinence is common but rarely talked about.
- Postpartum anxiety can manifest in various ways.
- Balancing motherhood and a medical career is a constant struggle.
- Self-compassion is crucial for managing expectations.
- Work-life harmony is more important than perfection.
- Introversion can be an asset in entrepreneurship.
- Building deep connections is valuable for introverts.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Cynthia Chen-Joea
00:54 The Challenges of the Fourth Trimester
05:02 Postpartum Physical Changes and Mental Health
08:43 Balancing Motherhood and Medical Career
12:35 Navigating Societal Pressures as a Physician Mother
16:39 Embracing Introversion in Entrepreneurship
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