Are you in health care and considering going concierge? Host, Dr. Rupa Wong is joined by Dr. Lisa Wong, endocrinologist in practice for 20 years who made the pivot to concierge medicine 4 years ago. In this episode, we explore the driving force behind her decision to switch her practice to a concierge model, shifts she needed to make in her mindset along the way. the nitty gritty of how she made this pivot and how it impacted her work-life balance. Topics for future podcasts? We'd love to hear t...
Mar 15, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 39
Ever noticed how tough it is to make friends as a working woman? Host, Dr. Rupa Wong discusses why that is - she reviews the 3 conditions that many sociologists indicate is important in the development and maintenance of friendships: 1. Proximity 2. Repeated, unplanned interactions 3. Authentic sharing She also shares her personal struggles when she moved from Boston to Hawaii 14 years ago and 4 tips for finding and maintaining friendships. 1. Staying Open to Being Connected 2. Learning to Prior...
Mar 08, 2022•28 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Join host, Dr. Rupa Wong and guest, Dr. Arghavan Salles, a fellowship trained minimally invasive and bariatric surgeon from Stanford as they discuss the gender bias that still exists in medicine. In addition to being a skilled surgeon, Dr. Salles also has her PhD in education from Stanford. Her research focuses on gender equity, diversity, inclusion and well being. She has written and spoken about her experiences being a COVID frontline worker with Newsweek, NBC and CBS. She has numerous publica...
Mar 01, 2022•53 min•Season 1Ep. 37
In this episode, physician, business owner and working mom to 3 kids, host, Dr. Rupa Wong discusses her ADHD journey and the systems she implemented through college and medical school to achieve academic success. If you have ADHD, you may remember that feeling of being unable to sustain focus or attention during college or graduate school. Or always losing things. Or being so overwhlmed with a complete lack of organization. It is possible to suceed with ADHD and Dr. Wong hopes to encourage those...
Feb 22, 2022•25 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Welcome to Friday mornings with Dr. Rupa. Each month, I'll answer your questions about navigating work-life balance, handling 3 kids, being a boss or whatever else is on your mind. To leave a message call 919-228-8330 and I may answer your question for a future episode. Today's episode is about leaving a toxic work employed position and opting to become an independent contractor for another physician. There are so many ways to practice medicine, but it's important to do your due diligence so tha...
Feb 18, 2022•12 min
In this episode, host Dr. Rupa Wong is joined by entrepreneur (and ophthalmologist) Dr. Anika Goodwin. Dr. Goodwin founded OpulenceMD, a now multi-million dollar lashes company, while still practicing medicine and being a single mom to 2 daughters. She was also on Shark Tank (she got an investment!) this past year and in this episode she shares: Why she still practices medicine Perserverance past obstacles Being a role model for her daughters The ever present Mom guilt Why so many women are well...
Feb 15, 2022•45 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Physician, business owner and working mom to 3 kids, host, Dr. Rupa Wong, discusses how she is able to "do it all" by not actually doing it all. In this episode she shares ways to oursource your household tasks so that she can find more time for herself and her family. In this episode, we dive deep: The biggest mindset shift when outsourcing is the recognition that time is your most valuable resource and not money Letting go of the guilt that you aren't doing it all 5 actionable steps you can ta...
Feb 08, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 34
You don't need to have a major psychiatric disorder like clinical depression or anxiwty to see a therapist. In this episode, host Dr. Rupa Wong is joined by psychiatrist Dr. Nichelle Haynes. We discuss misconceptions about therapy why it's always good to work on ourselves and the importance of starting therapy before you reach a crisis point. Dr. Haynes is a perinatal psychiatrist which means she focuses on optimizing and improving the mental health of women on their journey to motherhood, a key...
Feb 01, 2022•48 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Join host, Dr. Rupa Wong, as she discusses the secret to staying motivated and shares how she lost motivation with the holidays. In this episode, we dive deep: Habits precede motivation. Setting routines and developing habits, help keep you motivated, so you aren't dependent on the "feeling motivated" to exercise or complete tasks Setting implementation intentions helps to create a plan that encourages follow through How an atomic or key habit can change your entire routine 2 amazing books worth...
Jan 25, 2022•21 min•Season 1Ep. 32
Welcome to Friday mornings with Dr. Rupa. Each week, I'll answer your questions about navigating work-life balance, handling 3 kids, being a boss or whatever else is on your mind. To leave a message call 919-228-8330 and I may answer your question for a future episode. Today's episode is about finding a mentor and difference between a mentor and sponsor. Tune in to hear me share my experiences and advice with both. Download your free female mentorship resource here: www.drrupawong.com/mentor...
Jan 21, 2022•16 min
In this episode, host Dr. Rupa Wong is joined by physician, Dr. Amy Shah, author of the "I'm So Effing Tired' an expert on circadian rhythms, intermittent fasting and nutrition. Because many of us can't even begin to think about the concept of work-life balance until we begin managing our energy levels. We dive deep into: The science behind intermittent fasting Is intermittent fasting safe for women? (and where that misconception that it's not came from) 3 easy ways to boost your energy (and one...
Jan 11, 2022•46 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Instead of setting a New Year’s Resolution, consider setting an implementation intention. In this episode, host, Dr. Rupa Wong, discusses: The feelings that can be associated with not meeting your 2021 goals (to perform your year end review, grab my free downloadable workbook here: www.drrupawong.com/review How stating an intention to implement a certain behavior makes you 2-3 times more likely to follow through Focusing on the journey and not just the end goal Creating an If, Then statement to ...
Jan 04, 2022•22 min•Season 1Ep. 30
When we hear 'year end review' we automatically think of the type when you either give or receive feedback regarding job performance - strengths and areas to improve upon. But, a personal year end review gives us a chance to gain insight from our accomplishments and our missed opportunities over the past 12 months. Host, Dr. Rupa Wong discusses 5 questions to ask yourself when performing your year end review - whether it's personally or professionally. Year End Review Free Workbook: www.drrupawo...
Dec 28, 2021•20 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Taking vacation when you are a small business owner can be challenging. Not only do you have to worry about finances and operations of a private practice when no income is being generated, but also ensuring that your patients are being well cared for in your absence. Host, Dr. Rupa Wong, discusses how you CAN take vacation even as a solo practice owner and the tips and strategies to do so. In this episode I review: 1. Know your numbers - Have a realistic idea of the income you will lose by takin...
Dec 21, 2021•21 min•Season 1Ep. 28
The dreaded to do list. Do you get get overwhelmed and stressed just looking at it? Is yours filled with 25 action items? Host, Dr. Rupa Wong, discusses why our brains like to do lists AND how to remove the overwhelm associated with them (especially during the holiday season!) while still being productive and effective. In summary: 1. Follow the 1,3,5 rule to force prioritization 2. Use the Eisenhower matrix to eliminate and then delegate tasts 3. Choose an app you will actually use to coral you...
Dec 14, 2021•25 min•Season 1Ep. 27
The path in medicine isn't always straight. And, if you're considering a transition to private practice ownership (or any life transition for that matter), then learning to pivot while maintaining sight of your core values is essential. Join host Dr. Rupa Wong as she talks with Dr. Natalie Crawford about her private practice journey. Dr. Crawford is a successful reproductive endocrinologist and an expert in fertility education on social media with over 1 million downloads of her podcast 'As A Wo...
Dec 07, 2021•50 min•Season 1Ep. 26
In medicine (as in many competitive fields), we are taught that resources are limited - there are a finite number of medical school seats, residency spots or patients available. We are graded on a curve and forced to compete with one another. Host, Dr. Rupa Wong, shares how she was entrenched in a scarcity mindset when she was setting up her practice and examines why this mindset doesn't serve us well. She discusses 4 tips for switching to an abundance mindset instead. Steven Covey's 7 Habits of...
Nov 30, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 25
The hundreds of decisions we make daily can take their toll on our mental energy and will power. We are faced with a myriad of choices and that burden can lead to overwhelm. Join host, Dr. Rupa Wong as she explains her 5 strategies for reducing decision fatigue. How To Utilize A Virtual Assistant Free Resource: www.drrupawong.com/virtual-assistant Thoughts on future topics for episodes? Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/drrupawong And for doctor mom vlogs...
Nov 23, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Saying no gracefully is hard. At times, we say yes to requests for our time thoughtlessly because we don't have a system in place to handle this decision making process efficiently . Host, Dr. Rupa Wong explains how to systemize saying no, with 4 simple questions to ask yourself each time a request is made of you. Get the free 'Saying No' guide here: www.drrupawong.com/say-no Thoughts on future topics for episodes? Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/drrupa...
Nov 16, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Many of us pride ourselves in our ability to multi-task. It's like our super power. Host, Dr. Rupa Wong, discusses how letting go of her multi-tasking nature at the office and home, has improved her effectiveness and efficiency. Instead, she employs serial tasking and she reviews 4 tips for making that switch to boost your productivity. Want to figure out your time management archetype? Take this 2 minutes quiz! www.drrupawong.com/quiz Thoughts on future topics for episodes? Email us at hello@dr...
Nov 09, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Can working women really have it all? Host, Dr. Rupa Wong is joined by guest, Ruby Gadelrab, CEO of MDisrupt and Former VP of Commercial Marketing at 23andme, as they examine this question. Ruby opens up about her difficult pregnancy and complicated course her newborn had in the NICU, while still juggling a high power position at 23andme. She shares her tips for making the conscious choices and sacrifices necessary to "have it all". Spoiler alert: Both think you can have it all, but just not at ...
Nov 02, 2021•44 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Failure has such a negative connotation for high achieving women. Join host, Dr. Rupa Wong, as she discusses why we need to stop avoiding failure and why we should embrace it instead. She opens up about her own educational and entrepreneurial failures and 4 questions to ask yourself when tackling failure so that you can use it as a foundation for future success. Want to start tackling your daily to do list? Get my free PDF guide here: www.drrupawong.com/daily-checklist Thoughts on future topics ...
Oct 26, 2021•25 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Have trouble living in the moment? As busy, working moms, many of us struggle with living an intentional life while also staying present. Host, Dr. Rupa Wong interviews guest Dr. Faryal Michaud, a palliative care physician, who draws from her experiences of caring for patients at the end of their lives to embolden us to make the most of ours. Listen to Dr. Faryal Michaud's Podcast 'Write Your Last Chapter' And to learn more about Dr. Michaud's coaching program (which is AMAZING): www.drfaryal.co...
Oct 19, 2021•51 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Many of us who start our own private practices, whether in medicine, psychology, accounting, dentistry, etc, do not have MBAs or prior training in being a business owner and a boss. In this episode, host Dr. Rupa Wong, physician and Managing Partner of her 3 doctor ophthalmology practice shares her top 3 list - what she found intensely gratifying in being the boss and the most difficult aspects as well. Thoughts on future topics for episodes? Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagr...
Oct 12, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Host, Dr. Rupa Wong is a surgeon, mom to 3 kids, co-founder of a women's medical conference and membership site, serves on the Board of Directors for 3 non-profit organizations and co-owns a boho chic mommy and me clothing line. How does she get it all done? This notion of doing it all - it's become a mantra in our lives - but it's actually not the most effective use of your time. Instead, we need to be implementing Pareto's Principle aka The 80/20 Rule into our daily lives to discover what 20% ...
Oct 05, 2021•23 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Host, Dr. Rupa Wong discusses why so many of us are uncomfortable with self promotion. In medicine, particularly, marketing used to be viewed with distrust. Times have changed, and in this episode you'll learn how to discuss your unique skill sets and talents to advance yourself professionally without alienating others. Pinnacle Women in Medicine Conference: www.pinnacleconference.org Megan Minns (the online marketing expert who advised us to shameless self promote): www.instagram.com/megan_minn...
Sep 28, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Sometimes the road can be isolating. In this episode, host Dr. Rupa Wong is joined by guest, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Pamela Mehta. She shares the struggles and obstacles she overcame when face with pregnancy discrimination in her job, as she started her own family. Yet despite this, she was able to pivot and turn her career into something even more rewarding by starting her own concierge practice. Always running out of time? Gain some clarity on your time management archetype in this quiz: www.dr...
Sep 21, 2021•45 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Host, Dr. Wong, share her own personal experiences recently of allowing the vocal minority access to her mental space. You may find that the opinions of others affects you in ways you wish they didn't. Whether it causes you to second guess your own actions or lose sight of your goals, learning to set aside these naysayers is important for your own personal growth and development. It takes practice and a clear understanding of your values to hold firm in your decisions. Completely disregarding th...
Sep 14, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 14
How can we become negotiators? Negotiating strategies aren’t just for when you are negotiating your first job contract, they are also instrumental for when your priorities in your life change. These tips are essential in allowing you to job craft - alter your responsibilities at work in line with what’s important to you. In this episode, I’m joined by attorney and mediator, Hope Bennett, who specializes in assisting women narrow the gender pay gap. She shares her tips for effectively getting wha...
Sep 07, 2021•50 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Dr. Rupa Wong, physician and mom of 3, shares 4 tips for managing the family calendar - whether you're single, married or have kids, you'll discover some key takeaways that will help you stay more organized. Backstage Video Pass: www.drrupawong.com/calendar Ideas for episodes? Email us at [email protected] Find me on: Instagram: @drrupawong Youtube: @drrupawong Facebook: @rupawongmd...
Aug 31, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 12
