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Medicine
Mental Health
Facial Plastic Surgery
Surgery
Burnout In Medicine
Urology
Residency
First Responders
Non-Monogamy
Fertility Care
Capacity
Breast Cancer
Radiology
Television Industry
Ambulatory Surgery Center
Entrepreneurship In Medicine
Polyamory
Lung Cancer
In Vitro Fertilization
Surrogacy

Where we talk about what it’s actually like to be a woman in medicine. Hosted by a facial plastic surgeon who’s not afraid to ask bold questions, this show dives into the messy, beautiful, complicated lives we all live: careers, kids, IVF, burnout, marriage, divorce, ambition, and all the expectations we’re supposed to meet. Nothing is off-limits. These are the conversations we’ve all had behind c... more

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Latest Episodes

How do you get patients to find—and trust—you before your practice even opens?

In Episode 5 of The Business of Surgery, facial plastic surgeon Dr. Lauren Umstattd shares the marketing strategy she used to build a thriving physician-owned practice. F... more

The success of your private practice depends on one thing more than almost anything else: the people you hire.

In Episode 4 of The Business of Surgery, facial plastic surgeon Dr. Lauren Umstattd shares her approach to hiring, building culture, and c... more

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What does it actually take to build and operate your own ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?

In Episode 3 of The Business of Surgery, facial plastic surgeon Dr. Lauren Umstattd shares the realities of designing, building, and running a physician-owned ... more

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Thinking about starting your own private medical or surgical practice? Where do you even begin? This is business 101, basics for the modern physician.

In Episode 2 of The Business of Surgery, facial plastic surgeon Dr. Lauren Umstattd breaks down th... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Laura Vader
Practicing physician, mother, speaker, and creator
The Hippocratic Collective (guest); medical practitioner
Episode: Why Women Doctors Burn Out: Motherhood, Boundaries & Toxic Martyrdom with Dr. Laura Vater
Shani Esparaz
Retinal specialist; coach for women in medicine
Envision Wellness / Vision Your Wellness MD (coaching practice)
Episode: Why So Many Women Physicians Are Walking Away | FEM, MD
Betsy Dovec
Bariatric surgeon, founder and CEO of Body by Bariatrics
Body by Bariatrics
Episode: From Hospital Employee to Surgery Center CEO | Dr. Betsy Dovec
Dr. Natalie Krane
Double board-certified facial plastic surgeon in Portland, Oregon
Private practice in Portland, Oregon
Episode: The Athlete-to-Surgeon Pipeline: Women Surgeons, Stress & the Athlete Mentality
Dr. Rachel Meir
Clinical psychologist and relationship coach specializing in non-monogamy and polyamory
Private practice / Coaching
Episode: Married, Then a Throuple: Rethinking Love, Commitment, and Monogamy with Dr. Rachel Meir
Lindsey Pennington
Double board certified facial plastic surgeon in Shreveport, Louisiana; mother of two; private practice owner
Pennington Facial Plastics
Episode: From Residency to Owning a Surgical Practice (With Kids): The Truth No One Tells You
Vanessa Reiser
Psychotherapist specializing in narcissism and cult abuse
Episode: The Psychology of Narcissists (and Why They Thrive in Power)
Lauren Umstattd
Facial plastic surgeon, founder of Face Lee Wood
Face Lee Wood
Episode: The Surgeon Becomes the Subject: Dr. Lauren Umstattd on Building It All
Marta Ravin
Emmy nominated executive producer, show runner, and mentor
Episode: The Weight of Womanhood - GLP-1s & Social Pressure with Marta Ravin

Host

Lauren Umstattd
Host and clinician focused on women's experiences in medicine and leadership; frequently interviews guests and shares personal perspectives on balancing clinical practice with family life.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 24 ratings
  • Transparency

    This podcast is everything I didn’t know I needed. Hearing real medical stories directly from physicians adds so much depth, empathy, and honesty to what goes on behind the scenes in healthcare. Every episode feels like you’re sitting across from a doctor who finally has the time and space to tell you what really happens…the victories, the heartbreak, and the humanity behind every decision. It’s eye-opening, emotional, and impossible to stop listening to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    asfd30
    United States8 months ago
  • A great listen with each episode

    This podcast gives so much helpful insight for those in the medical field but there are so many tidbits that are applicable in daily life, medicine or not. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kawlphlynn
    United States8 months ago
  • A real one

    Dr. Lauren has managed to ask the kinds of questions people write entire books about and turn them into something engaging and easy to listen to. It’s thoughtful without dragging which is exactly what I need from a podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kfulg
    United States8 months ago
  • 10/10 from a female facial plastic surgeon

    It is rare to find a podcast that understands women physicians at all levels. FemMD not only gets it but elevates it. Every episode drop is an immediate listen for me, and I recommend it to every female physician I speak with. If you are a woman in medicine building the life and practice you want, this podcast belongs in your rotation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sbayrak89
    United States8 months ago
  • Women in surgery need this!

    This podcast is exactly what women in surgery need! Thank you for these candid convos!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Girl doc 55
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Experts chosen for credibility and candor, often aligning with practical career guidance.
Thoughtful, relatable conversations that blend clinical insight with personal journeys.
A strong appeal to female physicians seeking mentorship and community.”
A trusted space where women in medicine can hear real stories, not glossed-over myths.

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The Dark Surgeon Psyche with Dr Mel Thacker
Q: What are some of the more destructive habits surgeons develop and how do you help them change?
Addiction to dopamine hits is common, including social media, shopping, or other compulsions. The approach is to identify the underlying emotions, normalize them, and guide clients through recognizing triggers, understanding what they're escaping from, and building healthier coping mechanisms, including mindful presence and reflective practices.
Breast Cancer at 33: Alex Owens on Grief, Anger & Moving Forward
Q: What role did support from family and friends play during this journey?
Support was foundational; her husband showed up for every chemo, family organized meals and care, and friends provided emotional backing, which helped her cope and stay engaged with life and work.
Breast Cancer at 33: Alex Owens on Grief, Anger & Moving Forward
Q: How did you approach treatment decisions and balancing motherhood with cancer treatment?
She emphasized that decisions were guided by mental wellbeing as much as medical advice, choosing surgeries and fertility options that aligned with her long-term goals and family planning, while maintaining a strong work presence.
Breaking the Cycle: Toxic Training, Systemic Abuse, and Life After Surgery
Q: What were the turning points that led you to leave clinical medicine?
A combination of a sustained toxic environment, a pivotal incident in the OR, a shattered identity as a surgeon, and the decision to seek therapy and boundaries that allowed me to envision life beyond traditional practice.
From Nurse to Radiologist: Dr. Lily Nguyen's Inspiring Journey
Q: What advice would you give current interns starting their first year, particularly those transitioning from another field?
Don't be so hard on yourself; intern year is about learning on the job, building resilience, and embracing the process rather than chasing perfection, since growth comes from showing up and gradually expanding your knowledge.

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What is Fem MD about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A candid, practitioner-focused series exploring the realities of being a woman in medicine, with episodes centering burnout, work-life boundaries, motherhood, career pivots, and leadership in clinical practice. Guests range from surgeons and physicians building private practices to clinicians navigating burnout, relationship dynamics, and entrepreneurship, often blending practical career advice with personal resilience. The conversations tend to mix clinical insight with real-life storytelling, offering actionable tips on sleep, negotiations, patient care, and balancing family life, all delivered in a supportive, empowering tone that highlights women's experiences across medicine, leadership, and caregiver roles.

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1. Dr. Laura Vader
2. Shani Esparaz
3. Betsy Dovec
4. Dr. Natalie Krane
5. Dr. Rachel Meir
6. Lindsey Pennington
7. Vanessa Reiser
8. Lauren Umstattd

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