Jean L. Raphael

Aug 27, 2024 | kevinmd.com | Sarah Alnaher |Eric Beam |Keila N. Lopez |Jean L. Raphael

You read many articles and watch countless videos online where life coaches offer advice on how to fix your life. This might seem like one of those boring articles. Well—I hope not! Maybe just a little … but stick with me. Today, I want to discuss a relatively new branch of medicine called lifestyle medicine. Lifestyle medicine focuses on everyday practices that can both prevent and cure many chronic illnesses, sparing us from years of physical, mental, social, and financial misery.

Oct 6, 2023 | kevinmd.com | Hailey Nelson |Kara Wada |Keila N. Lopez |Jean L. Raphael

In an unlikely intersection, pageantry has the potential to play a pivotal role in accentuating career progression in academic medicine. Through meticulously crafting one’s professional demeanor and image, physicians can hone their interpersonal and networking skills and bolster their professional credibility. Drs. Wada and Nelson share how their participation in pageants over the years has served as an influential catalyst for success, both in medical school admissions and academic promotion.

Sep 12, 2023 | kevinmd.com | Keila N. Lopez |Jean L. Raphael |Christine Tran-Boynes |Ariela Marshall

Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Catch up on old episodes!Join Carmen Fong, a colorectal surgeon, as she shares her journey through the world of medicine. Carmen’s experiences highlight the challenges women face in academic medicine, from gender disparities to work-life balance. We delve into her decision to transition to private practice, explore the impact of the pandemic on her career, and discuss the broader issues of gender equity within the medical field.

Mar 2, 2023 | kevinmd.com | Keila N. Lopez |Jean L. Raphael |Ariela Marshall |Steven Zhang

Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Catch up on old episodes!Join us on this episode, where we welcome Dennis Hursh, a physician contract lawyer, to discuss the ins and outs of academic physician employment agreements. Dennis will share his expertise on the common pitfalls and what to look out for when accepting an academic appointment.

Feb 26, 2023 | kevinmd.com | Francisco Torres |Keila N. Lopez |Jean L. Raphael |Christine Tran-Boynes

In the United States, physicians are typically categorized as either academics or private practitioners. However, a case can be made that it is possible to construct a career path that incorporates both professional avenues. I was put in an excellent position to realize this during my fellowship at LSU, which structured some parts of its community medicine program in a way that resembled private practice. I enjoyed my experience as a hospital and clinical fellow.