Confessions of a Young Doctor

The first few years of being a doctor bring many transitions and new responsibility which can cause us to feel inadequate. This week we discuss common reasons for discomfort and stress as a young doc…

One of the most intimidating things as a new doctor is not knowing where to go next. Taking the time to define your legacy can help Inform your future decisions and guide you to the next step. This w…

This week, I sat down with my mom, a practicing dentist to discuss what makes a successful referral relationship. I originally recorded this interview for my orthodontic co-residents, but they found …

With the rising second wave of COVID-19 cases and the threat of more lockdowns and closures, the fear and uncertainty has started to creep back up for many of us. Many young doctors feel that they ha…

Worried that a robot make take your job? Older doctors are always warning young doctors that the "glory days" of healthcare are gone and that technology threatens our future. This week we discuss the…

Dr. Roopali Kulkarni seems to have a million and one things going on, but she's also a huge advocate for mental health and wellness. In this week's episode, we talk about some of the ways she manages…

We all know the value of goal-setting, but the kinds of goals you set for yourself are just as important. This week, we talk about how to reverse engineer your ideal lifestyle by starting with the en…

Networking is something we all know we need to do, but can often make us feel uncomfortable or sales-y. This week we talk about how to cultivate relationships and grow your network organically to hel…

Feeling like you have too much to do to make yourself a priority? It doesn't have to be as difficult as you think. This week we talk about small changes you should make that will have a big impact on…

Welcome to the new and Improved Confessions of a Young Doctor podcast! I'm so excited about the changes and look forward to sharing new perspectives with all of you. This short break has given me tim…

Join me, Dr. Emily Funk-Reynolds, on the Confessions of a Young Doctor Podcast. We'll explore life as a new doctor covering everything from patient care and career development, to balancing a persona…

It's easy to get caught up living the "doctor lifestyle" that everyone expects from you once you finally start to practice. But, some smart decisions and money management can go a long way to the roa…

A simple thank you can go a long way. In this episode, we talk all about how you should treat your team for practice success. Ultimately you can't do you job without your PAs, nurses, techs, hygienis…

Have you ever felt unqualified or incapable despite your training? You may be suffering from Imposter Phenomenon. This week, Dr. Emily talks with Dr. Jessica Metcalfe of the Alchemist Dentist about i…

There's nothing wrong with being goal-oriented, in fact, you need to be In order to move forward in your career. But, don't let your desire to achieve future milestones keep you from enjoying the her…

Doctors graduate with a high amount of student debt and little understanding of how repayment works. In this episode, Dr. Emily sits down with student loan expert, Paul Garrard, to talk about the bas…

No is such a tiny word, but can be so difficult for us to say. Our path to becoming doctors has conditioned us to please others and hope for acceptance. But, you need to get out of the habit of sayin…

Doctors devote their lives and careers to helping other people, but often their own health suffers in the process. Dr. Jattu Senesie works with healthcare professionals to maintain balance and find f…

A regular exercise routine Is difficult, and It's even more difficult when you have a busy schedule that leaves you exhausted at the end of the day. In this episode, we talk about what might be holdi…

Now Is the time that we need to be asking ourselves the hard questions and seeing the ways that we can do better in our patient interactions and in fostering the next generation of doctors. Dr. Emily…