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S2, Episode 4-9 Insane (But True) Things About PSLF

Have you ever wondered, what the heck can I do about all this debt?

Is a debt forgiveness program right for me?

In this podcast, Dave reveals 9 incredibly important aspects that you need to know about the most popular debt forgiveness program, the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

He outlines who is eligible for this program, how much you have to work, and when you should start to apply.

If you are under a mountain of debt, make sure to check this out!

For all the show notes, transcription, and more, check out the podcast website at http://doctorfreedompodcast.com/

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S2, Episode 3-19 Facts About Health That Everyone Thinks is True with Dr. Wendie Pett

In medicine, we talk a lot about prevention. Have you ever felt like you were preaching to the choir? That maybe you let your own health slip, that maybe you need some help and some tips with taking care of your own health.

There are many doctors who are happy and healthy, and then there are those of us who are struggling with burnout and the grind of practicing medicine.

In this podcast, Wendie reveals:

- Learn the effects of having no margin on your day

- How one piece of advice could drastically change your health

- 3 Pieces of shocking health advice you may not know (Hint: This is led by the research of cutting-edge physicians)

- Discover the "Dirty Dozen"

For all the show notes, transcription, and more, check out the podcast website at http://doctorfreedompodcast.com/

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S2, Episode 2-3 Practice Building Lessons from Beachbody

In this podcast, Dave reveals one of his greatest passions- working out!

He's never been a jock, but he has put a ton of effort and resources into staying in shape. Since moving to Minnesota, he's invested in products from Beachbody, the makers of P90X, Insanity, and T25.

Have you ever felt like you never got the financial education, the business education that you wanted? Many physicians feel this way and with all of the time spent on training and residency, it's not surprising.

As he's reflected on these exercise products and their business and their marketing, he extracted 3 practice-building lessons that physicians can apply from Beachbody.

For all the show notes, transcription, and more, check out the podcast website at http://doctorfreedompodcast.com/

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[Throwback] S1, Episode 35 Dave Sounds Off- Rent vs. Buy- Is Mr. Money Mustache Right???

Rent versus Buying.

We should all rent???

Is Mr. Money Mustache Right??

Dave breaks it down to talk about how Mr. Money Mustache got it right.... and how he got it wrong- specifically for physicians.

He rants for a few minutes on the top decisions physicians need to make in considering when to buy their first place.

What about you?

Are you renting a home? Did you buy a home? Why?

Do you regret your decision?

What advice would you give to a medical student or a resident/fellow?

For all the show notes, transcription, and more, check out the podcast website at www.doctorfreedsompodcast.com

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[Throwback] S1, Episode 34-Dave Sounds Off- What Dave Ramsey Missed

In this podcast, Dave Denniston talks about an article he read recently on Dave Ramsey's website.

You can check out that article here.

He rants for a few minutes on the top decisions physicians need to make in considering what to do for their kiddos' education.

In this podcast, you'll learn the 5 BIGGER questions you should be asking before your child goes to college.

For all the show notes, transcription, and more, check out the podcast website at www.doctorfreedsompodcast.com

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S1, Episode 33-Kim Aikens- When Physician Mindfulness Training is More Tempting Than a Cinnabon

Have you ever been to a place where you just didn't want to go to work anymore? Maybe... you're feeling tired, emotionally callous, worn-out... burned out.

I read a statistic the other day that shocked me... 50%, yup, that's no lie, 50%- 1 out of every 2 physicians are burned out today.

Our next guest is a physician that underwent fellowship training in integrative medicine. She spent 15 years in private internal medicine practice. She then transitioned out of practice by combining integrative medicine with mindfulness solutions.

Today, she is helping physicians navigate through turbulent waters to find peace of mind and live the life of their dreams.

In this podcast, Dr. Aikens reveals:

- 5 ways mindfulness can increase your resilience

- How physicians get caught like a deer in the headlights & the myth of the stories we tell ourselves

- Discover the story of one cardiologist who wanted to stay in medicine & re-found his passion & love for medicine

- 3 facts about physician coaches that will keep you up at night, if you don't have the right coach!

Resources Mentioned:

Seak Non-Clinical Career Conference

"Resilience" by Steven Southwick

"What Happy People Know" by Dan Baker

"4 Hour Work Week" by Tim Ferriss

 

For all the show notes, transcription, and more, check out the podcast website at http://doctorfreedompodcast.com/

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[Throwback] S1, Episode 32-Dave Sounds Off- My Most Embarrassing Moment

In this podcast, Dave Denniston talks about his most embarrassing moment ever!

What about you? What was your most embarrassing moment?

Have you ever been embarrassed about a decision with money?

What have you done about it?

For all the show notes, transcription, and more, check out the podcast website at www.doctorfreedsompodcast.com

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[Throwback] S1, Episode 31-Dave Sounds Off- [BOOK REVIEW & GIVEAWAY] The Final Hurdle

In this podcast, Dave reviews over Dennis Hursh's book "The Final Hurdle".

Dave shares the following:

- The highlights of RVUs and what every resident & fellow should consider

- How physicians considering private practice can avoid pitfalls

- What benefits can be negotiated and not negotiated

Finally, he is giving away ONE free copy! The first person to e-mail dave@daviddenniston.com with your name & address will get a free copy!

For all the show notes, transcription and more, check out the podcast website at www.doctorfreedsompodcast.com

[Throwback] S1, Episode 30-A Contract Horror Story

In this podcast, Dave Denniston talks about a crazy, insane story of a physician who got hit with an unexpected six-figure bill!

Dave shares the following:

- The challenge that young physicians HAVE to consider when they leave when the position to start another

- How a physician was scraping by and begging friends and family to help them out afterward

- Learn how Contract Diagnostics was able to knock off five-figure off the six-figure bill

 

For all the show notes, transcription, and more, check out the podcast website at www.doctorfreedsompodcast.com

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S1, Episode 29-Top 5 Podcasts for Physicians

In this podcast, Dave Denniston talks about the Top 5 Podcasts for Physicians.

Dave shares the following:

- The FIRST podcast is done by an ER physician and shares intriguing thoughts on medicine & life.

- The SECOND podcast is hosted by a young physician who focuses on the future of medicine & entreprenuership

- The THIRD podcast is done by a pair of doctors who focus on treatments

- The FOURTH podcast is done by a journal that I found fascinating

- The FIFTH podcast sounds a bit like NPR, but has lots of good content

For all the show notes, transcription, and more, check out the podcast website at www.doctorfreedsompodcast.com

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