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The Doctor's Crossing Carpe Diem Podcast

Heather Fork, MD
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Are you a physician who's questioning your career path? If you're at the white coat crossroads, for whatever reason, this podcast is for you. We're going to help you find your best path forward, whether it's to be happier in patient care, transition to a nonclinical career, or do something completely different. In the weekly podcasts, we're bringing you all the good stuff: -Actionable tools and re... more

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Latest Episodes

Have you ever thought, "If I got sued, I don't think I could survive it?"

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Have you ever done everything "right" on paper, matched into your specialty, landed your first attending job, checked all the boxes, only to lie awake wondering why it still feels so hard? If you've felt stretched thin, questioned your identity in me... more

Have you ever had a negative online review stick with you far longer than it should? Even when you know you provided excellent care, one harsh comment can feel deeply personal and unfair.

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Jeffrey Segal, a neurosur... more

What would you do if you opened your mail and saw a letter from the medical board? For many physicians, that moment triggers fear, shame, and a flood of worst-case scenarios. Even a single patient complaint can feel like your entire career is suddenl... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Yuri Shindo
Academic hospitalist at UC San Diego, addiction medicine physician and program developer
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Episode: Episode #243: How a Reluctant "Yes" Led to an Unexpected New Path
Dr. Jeffrey Segal
Board-certified neurosurgeon, attorney, founder and CEO of Medical Justice
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Episode: Episode #242: Negative Google Reviews: How to Respond and Be Proactive
Guillermo Beates Esquire
Attorney at Friar Levitt, specializing in healthcare law and medical board defenses
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Episode: Episode #241: Medical Board Investigations: Common Triggers and Smart First Steps
Jess Beachkofsky
Known as The Sunny Psychiatrist, she has shaped her career into a portfolio model reflecting her interests.
Episode: Episode #239: Your Career Doesn't Have to Be One Thing. Hello Portfolio Career!
Dr. Sarah Smith
Charting Coach and former rural family physician
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Episode: Episode #235: Taming the Charting Beast: From Overwhelm to Ease with Charting Coach Dr. Sarah Smith
Diana Kumar
Board certified OBGYN and co-founder of GLISS Wellness.
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Episode: Episode #234: Taking Back the Reins: How Two OB-GYNs Built a Nationwide Telemedicine Company on Their Own Terms
Teresa Walsh
Board certified OBGYN and co-founder of GLISS Wellness, specializing in minimally invasive surgery.
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Episode: Episode #234: Taking Back the Reins: How Two OB-GYNs Built a Nationwide Telemedicine Company on Their Own Terms
Dr. Liz Clayborne
Emergency medicine physician and founder of Nasaclip, a device designed to alleviate nosebleeds.
Nasaclip
Episode: Episode #233: From an Everyday ER Problem to Medical Innovation: A Roadmap for Physicians Who Want to Create Change
Dr. Sonia Millan
Board certified family medicine physician with additional certifications in sports medicine and lifestyle medicine. Former professional whitewater rafting guide.
Episode: Episode #232: You Don't Need the Perfect Plan: How Trying Things Out Can Lead to a Better Career

Hosts

Dr. Heather Fork
Host of The Doctors Crossing Carpe Diem Podcast; physician-turned-career coach with 10+ years guiding physicians toward nonclinical and fulfilling career paths.
Heather Fork
Full name spelling variations of the same host; physician-turned-career coach with extensive episode presence.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 231 ratings
  • Highly recommend for every doc

    Thank you Dr Heather Fork for all you do in empowering physicians through your podcast. I routinely recommend your podcast to physician friends and colleagues. This podcast covers a variety of topics ranging for career change to physician wellness to physician empowerment. Take a listen and I know you will love it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FormerHoosier
    United States8 months ago
  • Listening for clarity

    Just listened to #68. It was EXACTLY what I needed to hear! I have been mulling over becoming a patient advocate and this gives concrete advice not only on doing that but pursuing other directions from clinical practice. THANK YOU

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    P4t7y
    United Statesa year ago
  • Just found today

    Yes I just found today as I linked to Dike Drummond’s retirement session. So many great insights. Browsing though the broad topics looks like hours of great audio.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Junebugg388
    United Statesa year ago
  • Consistently interesting, relevant, relatable, actionable

    I’ve been listening to this podcast for 2-3 years. I’ve never heard a bad interview here. Guests are always interesting and willing to share good information. It has helped me tremendously in thinking about career options/transitions. Now the retirement series is helping me navigate slowing down and formulating a retirement plan. Thank you so much Dr. Fork!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DABridges
    United Statesa year ago
  • Procrastination no more!

    I loved Heather’s episode on procrastination! I particularly loved the phrase “hemorrhaging happiness” as it pertains to waiting, procrastinating, and not moving forward! This is a great podcast with many applicable concepts and suggestions for physicians.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BJoy62
    United States2 years ago

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The host is described as empathetic, insightful, and a strong interviewer who keeps content relevant and uplifting.
Listeners praise practical, actionable guidance for physician career transitions.

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Episode #243: How a Reluctant "Yes" Led to an Unexpected New Path
Q: How did Yuri's experiences manifest during the transition from clinical roles to addiction medicine?
Her burnout highlighted a misalignment between the care she wanted to provide and the system's incentives; shifts to leadership in addiction care began with small, non-clinical roles, eventually growing into a broader mission.
Episode #242: Negative Google Reviews: How to Respond and Be Proactive
Q: How did you end up shifting from neurosurgery to law and medical advocacy?
Dr. Segal explains an unexpected turn after moving with his family for care, which led him to explore biotech and eventually law, culminating in founding Medical Justice to counter frivolous suits and protect physicians' reputations.
Episode #241: Medical Board Investigations: Common Triggers and Smart First Steps
Q: How can physicians effectively respond to a medical board letter?
They should take it seriously, understand the implications, and ideally consult an attorney.
Episode #241: Medical Board Investigations: Common Triggers and Smart First Steps
Q: What advice would you give to physicians feeling overwhelmed by the board investigation process?
Don't let one negative experience define your entire career; many doctors have overcome significant challenges.
Episode #241: Medical Board Investigations: Common Triggers and Smart First Steps
Q: What can we do to be best prepared for medical board investigations?
It's essential to have specialized legal counsel who understands healthcare law instead of a general attorney.

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A career-transition oriented show for physicians exploring nonclinical paths, consulting, entrepreneurship, and portfolio careers. Each episode features physicians and healthcare professionals sharing concrete steps, mindset shifts, and practical tactics for moving beyond traditional clinical roles—whether staying in medicine in a different capacity, building startups, or pursuing advocacy, coaching, or telemedicine. Listeners get actionable guidance on interviews, networking, equity in compensation, and navigating licensing or international practice, with real-world anecdotes and frameworks to help make career shifts feel feasible and intentional. The host's background as a physician-turned-coach adds a coaching lens to every conversation,... more

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2. Dr. Jeffrey Segal
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4. Jess Beachkofsky
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6. Diana Kumar
7. Teresa Walsh
8. Dr. Liz Clayborne

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