If you “leave” clinical medicine, are you still a doctor? What does it mean to leave medicine, anyway? Fear and uncertainty, all wrapped up in identity - if you’re facing complex emotions as you consider a nonclinical career in medicine, this episode is for you.

In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss:

• How your identity and career are really linked
• The grief, fear, and excitement of transitioning out of clinical medicine
• Preparing yourself for the reaction of others
  
  
  

Today’s topic was suggested by our special guest, Dr. Debbie Bradley, a board certified medical oncologist and certified coach who has recently left her clinical practice for a role as a medical monitor for a Contract Research Organization (CRO). Listen as we discuss how leaving medicine can impact your identity, how others view you, and your internal monologue around taking a new career path.

In this Episode: 

[1:30] Meet Dr. Debbie Bradley
[4:40] Addressing your identity as a physician, and allowing for change
[12:50] Why is fear holding us back?
[22:01] Handing the grief of leaving your patients
[30:15] Doctors are in all areas of medicine
[36:10] Try this on LinkedIn with your med school alumni

Please note: the information and opinions expressed in this interview are those of the guest speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the host, nor any of the host’s affiliated entities.

Links and Resources: 

www.debbiebradleymd.com

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