Safeguarding Physician Wellbeing w/ Dr. Julie Wei | BackTable ENT Podcast Ep. 192

Many doctors enjoy writing, but how does a meaningful idea become a published book? Just ask Dr. Julie Wei, director of pediatric otolaryngology at Akron Children’s Hospital and author of two books. In this episode of the BackTable ENT podcast, Dr. Wei discusses her third book “Safeguarding Physician Wellbeing” with podcast host Dr. Gopi Shah.

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SYNPOSIS

First, Dr. Wei shares her journey to authorship, which grew out of her efforts as an advocate for physician wellness. Then, she delves into topics covered in her book, including personal relationships, finances, fertility, and career growth. Much like operating room time-outs, “Safeguarding Physician Wellbeing” uses checklists at the end of each chapter to provide action items for readers. Drawing from her own experience as a surgeon and writer, Dr. Wei offers practical advice for prospective authors. The podcast wraps with thoughts on the need to prioritize physician wellness in an increasingly productivity-focused healthcare system.

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Introduction
02:28 - Dr. Julie Wei’s Journey to Authorship
08:17 - The Concept of Well-being
16:10 - Checklists: A Tool for Patient Safety & Surgeon Well-Being
30:59 - Empowering Trainees to Speak Up
33:41 - The Importance of Taking Time Off
39:54 - Physician Well-being in the U.S. Healthcare System
44:06 - The Process of Writing A Book
52:45 - Final Thoughts & Encouragement for Aspiring Authors

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RESOURCES

Dr. Julie Wei’s Akron Children’s Hospital Profile: https://www.akronchildrens.org/people...

“Safeguarding Physician Wellbeing,” Dr. Julie Wei: https://www.amazon.com/Safeguarding-P...

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