What Does Philanthropy Mean? It comes from two Greek words: love and humanity! I am reminded of growing up and attending Catholic school and church. Time, talent, and treasure were three keywords, but really, it came down to giving. It doesn’t have to be money. It is the concept of giving to a cause or […]

The journey of an international medical graduate is filled with challenges, uncertainties, and financial hurdles. On this episode of The Worthy Physician, I spoke with Dr. Sabharwal, who shared his story of resilience, adaptability, and his venture into real estate investing. From International Medical Graduate to Financial Freedom Dr. Sabharwal’s journey to the U.S. medical […]

Support is necessary in the demanding world of medicine. Whether we are navigating career transitions, personal struggles, or the daily challenges of patient care, how we show up for each other can profoundly impact our well-being. Nonjudgment, compassion, and meeting colleagues (and ourselves) where they are in their lives, careers, and medicine journeys form the […]

In a recent episode of The Worthy Physician, Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque sat down with Dr. Shai Efrati to discuss unlocking peak performance, going beyond the norm, and optimizing physician efficiency. This conversation was packed with golden nuggets that can transform how we approach our personal and professional lives. Forget Normal—Strive for More Dr. Efrati challenges […]

As physicians, we bear witness to immense suffering, loss, and trauma daily. The weight of these experiences can accumulate, manifesting as burnout, stress, or even deep emotional wounds. But what if there was a simple, evidence-based technique that could help regulate our nervous system and process these emotions effectively? Enter the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), […]

In the modern world, stress, anxiety, and a constant state of being captures us every day. People struggle with emotional turbulence, physical illness, and mental exhaustion, often feeling disconnected from their true selves. Meditation, offering a scientifically backed, centuries-old solution for fostering peace, clarity, and self-awareness, can be a tool to combat the hectic pace […]

Reigniting Your Humanity and Passion for Medicine: Exploring Health Optimization with Dr. Scott Sherr In the relentless world of medicine, where demands are high and expectations never waver, physicians often find themselves stretched too thin. It becomes easy to forget the very tactics we recommend to our patients—the tools for managing stress, enhancing focus, and […]

From the moment we begin training as physicians, we’re conditioned to believe in our invincibility. We’re taught to prioritize patient care above all else, often at the expense of our well-being. Long hours, emotional strain and depletion, and the constant pressure to perform become our norm in life. And because we’ve chosen this path, we […]

Topics Discussed:• Overcoming money taboos in the medical field• Delayed gratification and its impact on wealth• Understanding and utilizing the compounding effect• Budgeting and the importance of spending less than you earn• Examining financial products targeting physicians• Embracing a business mindset for financial success• Recommended literature for financial understanding• Making informed financial decisions and avoiding […]

Healing is a word or concept used daily in the clinic, hospital, and in passing. Physicians are expected to heal patients, though overall health and comorbidities are complex. Healing can also happen outside brick-and-mortar walls—through downtime, time of nothingness, being around people who energize you, and storytelling.   With just having gone through the Christmas season, […]