Surgeons with Purpose
A podcast for surgeons who feel like they are languishing in a career that didn't turn out to be as fulfilling or as prestigious as they expected. Dr. Mel Thacker, an ENT surgeon and coach, takes you on a journey to help you understand why you are feeling dissatisfied, burnt out, and stuck. With this newfound insight, you'll be able to reframe how you see your experience, rediscover who you are underneath your surgeon identity, and create a life that aligns with your authentic self.
Podcasting since 2024 • 11 episodes
Surgeons with Purpose
Latest Episodes
Drama to Empowerment
Humans love drama. But when we indulge in drama, we keep ourselves stuck in our current lived experience. In this episode, you will learn a language you can use to recognize drama in your life and a new lens through which to see the world that ...
September 09, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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35:54
Three Businesses
According to Byron Katie, there are three businesses: your business, other people's business, and the universe's business.Surgical complications are none of your business. They are the universe's business.What do I mean by this?...
September 02, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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31:38
Swan Theory
Our training has taught us to rely on white swans and fear red swans. In this episode you'll learn why approaching your patients this way creates roadblocks, can lead to misdiagnosis and mistreatment of the patient, causes you distress, and dis...
August 26, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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41:32
Creating Safety for YOU in the OR
We know how to create safety for patients. The processes and procedures have been shoved down our throats. Sure they are useful to keep patients safe in specific situations. But what about keeping us safe? Little does JHACO know that a...
August 19, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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40:22
The Anatomy of a Surgeon
Wait...our bodies aren't just vessels carrying our intelligent brains and skillful hands from the OR to the clinic? In this episode, you'll learn what makes you a whole, complete human and the importance of understanding and honoring your who...
August 12, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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25:41