Succeed in Medicine: Practical Knowledge for Busy Physicians

Bradley B. Block, MD, Doctor Podcast Network

Patient Care

Mental Health

Work-Life Balance

Healthcare

Burnout

Coaching

Time Management

Healthcare System

Patient Experience

Covid-19

Networking

Communication Skills

Doctor-Patient Communication

Healthcare Communication

Conflict Resolution

Misinformation

Financial Independence

Physician Wellness

Patient Communication

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Was your medical education enough to handle everything physician life demands? From lawsuits to leadership, career decisions to challenging conversations, balancing the personal with the professional — not enough was addressed in medical school, residency or fellowship. This medical podcast fills those gaps so you can live up to the expectations that come with the white coat — not just in the exam... more

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	505	Founded	8 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	MedicineEducationSelf-ImprovementHealth & Fitness

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Latest Episodes

How to Succeed in Medicine (Without Really Trying) | EP513

What does success in medicine really look like?

In this heartfelt final episode of Succeed in Medicine, Dr. Bradley Block reflects on the seven-and-a-half-year journey of building a podcast dedicated to helping physicians grow as communicators, lead... more

12 May 2026 • 36 min • Most popular

What Caregiving Taught this Physician about Physician Blind Spots with Heather Gatcombe, MD | EP512

Being on the caregiver side of complex, rare disease care reveals critical gaps in our healthcare system, even for two physician parents with strong connections.

In this powerful follow-up episode of Succeed In Medicine, host Dr. Bradley Block welco... more

7 Apr 2026 • 27 min

The DOJ is Being Weaponized against Gender-Affirming Physicians with Crystal Beal, DO, QueerDoc | EP511

A subpoena from the Department of Justice isn’t just paperwork, it’s a powerful tool that can drain resources, intimidate providers, and threaten patient care.

In this eye-opening episode of Succeed In Medicine, host Dr. Bradley Block welcomes back... more

31 Mar 2026 • 35 min

Don't Miss These Signs and Symptoms of Mitochondrial Disease with Heather Gatcombe, MD | EP510

What if a patient’s multisystem symptoms, unexplained strokes, or exercise intolerance point to mitochondrial disease, but it takes 5–10 years and multiple specialists to confirm?

In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Bradley Block speaks with Dr. Heathe... more

24 Mar 2026 • 27 min

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Recent Guests

Heather Gatcombe, MD

Radiation oncologist at Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University; mother of a child with mitochondrial disease

Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University; Emory University School of Medicine

Episode: What Caregiving Taught this Physician about Physician Blind Spots with Heather Gatcombe, MD | EP512

Crystal Beal

Board-certified family medicine physician and founder of Queer Doc

Queer Doc

Episode: The DOJ is Being Weaponized against Gender-Affirming Physicians with Crystal Beal, DO, QueerDoc | EP511

Adrian Levitt

Attorney with the ACLU in Washington

ACLU

Episode: The DOJ is Being Weaponized against Gender-Affirming Physicians with Crystal Beal, DO, QueerDoc | EP511

Heather Gatcombe

Radiation oncologist at Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University and assistant professor at Emory University School of Medicine; mother of a child with mitochondrial disease

Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University; Emory University School of Medicine

Episode: Don't Miss These Signs and Symptoms of Mitochondrial Disease with Heather Gatcombe, MD | EP510

Volke Roelcke

German historian of medicine and the biomedical sciences

Justus Liebig University Giessen (retired)

Episode: Stop Saying Nazis Coined the Term "Provider!" with Volke Roelcke, PhD, and Mical Raz, MD, PhD | EP509

Mical Raz

Charles E and Dale L. Phelps Professor in Public Policy and Health

University of Rochester

Episode: Stop Saying Nazis Coined the Term "Provider!" with Volke Roelcke, PhD, and Mical Raz, MD, PhD | EP509

Michael F. Myers

Professor of Clinical Psychiatry and expert on physician health; author of Doctors' Marriages

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University

Episode: Communication skills to save your physician marriage with Michael F. Myers, MD, Part 2 | EP508

Michael Myers

Professor of clinical psychiatry; expert on physician health and marital stress

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University

Episode: Communication skills to save your physician marriage with Michael F. Myers, MD, Part 1 | Ep507

Dr. Lauren Streicher

Clinical professor of OBGYN at Northwestern, founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause.

Northwestern Medicine

Episode: Three Menopause Symptoms Physicians Commonly Overlook, with Lauren Streicher, MD | Ep506

Host

Bradley Block

Host of the show, guiding conversations with clinicians, researchers, and policy experts to provide practical, immediately applicable advice for physicians.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 147 ratings

Great guests with great insights
I really enjoy this podcast. Such a wide range of topics that really keep you in the loop on what is going on in healthcare. Dr. Block is a great interviewer and has an interesting take on all his subjects.
Apple Podcasts
5
AdeliciousT
United Statesa year ago
Great perspectives, fun host
I learn or hear something new every time. Bradley strikes that perfect balance between professional development and knowledge with casual and engaging conversation you’d have with someone if you were just hanging out.
Apple Podcasts
5
Mmm ookkay
United Statesa year ago
Awesome podcast
Really great podcast that sheds light on so many topics relevant to medicine and life as a doctor. Amazing guests and experts in all fields. Love listening to stay up to date!
Apple Podcasts
5
Dr mom and the adventurers
United Statesa year ago
Great Show
Dr. Block is an expert at helping physicians learn the necessary skills to succeed in medicine that weren’t taught in med school. If you’re a doctor, this show is a must listen.
Apple Podcasts
5
Acraiker
United Statesa year ago
Succeed in Medicine
I have listened to dozens of Dr. Block’s podcasts over the years. Many of them have not only been informative and entertaining, but inspiring also. In one of the recent ones, for example,Dr Peter Crane, told his story of self discovery of his own cancer and how this led to a changed perspective in healing his own patients.
Another recent podcast with Dr. Jonathan Weinkle was absolutely fascinating in hearing how he brings ancient Hebrew prayer ritual into the exam room. As I said, there are doz... more
Apple Podcasts
5
American for truth
United Statesa year ago

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The show is valued for its focus on medicine beyond clinical technique, including leadership, burnout, and personal growth.

Host is engaging and thoughtful, with guests delivering actionable insights.

Audience perceptions highlight practical, real-world physician advice and high-quality guests.

Listeners appreciate a balance of professional development and accessible, engaging conversation.

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What Caregiving Taught this Physician about Physician Blind Spots with Heather Gatcombe, MD | EP512

Q: What would you want physicians to know based on your experience with your son's journey?

Honest communication about what is known and unknown, paired with robust post-discharge support (home health, dietitians, nurse navigators), is essential. Clinicians should be curious and prepared to connect families with resources and follow-up to prevent gaps in care.

Don't Miss These Signs and Symptoms of Mitochondrial Disease with Heather Gatcombe, MD | EP510

Q: What are the red flags that mitochondrial disease should be in the differential for adults or older children?

Red flags include diabetes with hearing loss, unexplained stroke-like episodes, metabolic strokes, seizures with brain lesions in energy-demanding regions like the basal ganglia, and multisystem involvement across organs, with stressors precipitating deterioration.

Don't Miss These Signs and Symptoms of Mitochondrial Disease with Heather Gatcombe, MD | EP510

Q: So, your son has mitochondrial disease. So, when did you find that out? Tell us the story.

Heather Gatcombe describes the initial event at age seven that looked like a stroke, the subsequent normal tests, the metabolic stroke pattern, and the long diagnostic journey through MRI findings, multiple testing, and eventual genetic and muscle biopsy confirmation, highlighting the delays and uncertainty many families endure.

The DOJ is Being Weaponized against Gender-Affirming Physicians with Crystal Beal, DO, QueerDoc | EP511

Q: What should physicians know about handling this kind of legal pressure?

Physicians should seek robust legal counsel (ACLU, Abortion Defense Network), understand that quashing can stop a records production, and continue providing evidence-based, medically necessary care while engaging in advocacy.

The DOJ is Being Weaponized against Gender-Affirming Physicians with Crystal Beal, DO, QueerDoc | EP511

Q: What happened with the Department of Justice subpoena and why is this a big deal?

The DOJ issued subpoenas to a private practice and other providers, many near-identical, aiming to uncover materials around gender-affirming care; the case raises questions about the FDCA's applicability to providers and the chilling effect on care, with the district court eventually quashing the subpoena.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show targets busy physicians with practical, actionable guidance across the full arc of medical life—from leadership, career decisions, and burnout to patient communication and physician well-being. Episodes frequently feature clinician-experts, researchers, and policy voices who translate complex topics into tangible takeaways for everyday practice, career growth, and personal development. Notable strengths include a steady stream of high-caliber guests, real-world coaching on leadership and communication, and a clear focus on how to “succeed in medicine” beyond medical knowledge alone. The format tends to blend clinical insight with personal experience, making it accessible for physicians at various stages of their careers who want c... more

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