Reframing Ambition: From Neurosurgery to AI in Ophthalmology with Dr. Joaquin De Rojas

In this episode of Visionary Doc, Dr. Shehzad Batliwala sits down with Dr. Joaquin De Rojas, a board-certified cataract, refractive, and corneal surgeon, to discuss his bold career pivot from neurosurgery to ophthalmology. Dr. Joaquin shares his journey of self-awareness, recognizing personal limitations, and the power of making life-altering decisions when the current path no longer feels right. They dive into the importance of mentorship, the impact of AI on medicine, and how embracing change can lead to unexpected opportunities. This conversation is filled with insights on entrepreneurship, resilience, and finding purpose in both life and work.

Topics Discussed:

• Dr. Joaquin’s shift from neurosurgery to ophthalmology and how self-awareness shaped that decision.
• The importance of introspection and understanding your limitations to make informed career and life choices.
• The influence of mentorship and seeking continuous learning from experienced professionals.
• The role of entrepreneurship and business decisions in the medical field.
• The growing impact of AI and machine learning in ophthalmology and refractive surgery.
• The importance of following a mission bigger than personal gain for long-term success and fulfillment.

Conclusion:

The episode concludes with Dr. Joaquin emphasizing the importance of finding passion and purpose in life and work. He shares that understanding your limitations, seeking mentorship, and embracing change can lead to unexpected growth and fulfillment. The conversation highlights that success is not only about making the right career moves but also about aligning your mission with something bigger than yourself. Passion, combined with clear goals, drives long-term success, and personal satisfaction.

About The Host:

Dr. Shehz's journey from an undocumented immigrant to a U.S. citizen mirrors the transformative power of the vision he now champions. As an eye surgeon turned wealth coach, he guides high achievers to sharpen their inner vision, turning life's hazy ambitions into a focused sense of meaning. In today's world, you need time and money to achieve your purpose driven goals, and Dr. Shehz teaches how to have an abundance of both. His mission extends beyond correcting physical sight; he empowers individuals to envision and manifest their highest potential, celebrating the clarity of aligning one's life with their true north. Dr. Shehz helps natural-born leaders rewrite their stories, ignite their purpose, and create lives of boundless impact and fulfillment through his transformative coaching, cutting-edge AI-based courses, and speaking engagements.

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