THH003 — Dr. Gigi Abdel-Samed: Nurturing the Connection Between Medicine & Spirituality
Welcome to The Healthy Healer Podcast! Join us on an inspiring journey as we follow Dr. Gigi Samed @drgigisamed, a High Priestess in a white coat who serves as a conduit for healing and grace on Earth.
As a Board-Certified Emergency Medicine Physician, she has treated thousands of patients in her almost 28 years in practice. In our talk, she shares her story of reconnecting with her true core values and a deeper understanding of healing after experiencing burnout, addiction and being humbled by choosing to become a barista before returning to the medical field.
Her approach combines her heart, spirituality, core values of connection and service, She is a recognized speaker, and transformational coach with an MBA. Dr. Gigi is the creator of Medical School for the Soul, an innovative curriculum for medical students and healthcare practitioners that brings satisfaction throughout their careers, prevents burn out while increasing revenue and patient satisfaction. Her legacy is to return the heart to healthcare, one medical school class at a time, one physician at a time.
Through this podcast, you'll gain insights on deep listening, internal perception, and fulfillment in life. We'll explore mindfulness, personal growth, and well-being, as well as techniques to help you reconnect with your core values and improve your overall well-being. Join us for an enlightening conversation on how to lead a more fulfilling and mindful life.
SHOW NOTES
Dr Gigi’s background and introduction. [3:19]
How to get through burnout. [8:24]
Using Ambien for night shifts. [14:33]
The turning point in her and Dr Fred’s life. [16:42]
Redefining yourself and coming back with a different mindset. [23:05]
The power of getting to know yourself. [29:38]
How do you know if you’re in the flow? [32:24]
Moving to Idaho. [38:12]
Gigi’s advice for doctors. [44:14]
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