Succeed in Medicine: Practical Knowledge for Busy Physicians
Succeed in Medicine: Practical Knowledge for Busy Physicians
Bradley B. Block, MD, Doctor Podcast Network
Was your medical education enough to handle everything physician life demands? From lawsuits to leadership, career decisions to challenging conversations, balancing the personal with the professional — not enough was addressed in medical school, residency or fellowship. This medical podcast fills those gaps so you can live up to the expectations that come with the white coat — not just in the exam room, but in all the places your MD follows you. This show is the physician mentor you didn’t realize you needed. Your host, Dr. Bradley Block, a private practice ENT, is right there with you — navigating the same challenges and bringing in world-class guests to teach, as he puts it, “everything we should have been learning while we were memorizing Kreb’s cycle.” With nearly 500 episodes and close to half a million downloads, Brad has built a trusted space where physicians come for brass-tacks, immediately-applicable advice. You don’t need another certification. You need a medical podcast that can be your physician mentor. It covers interpersonal skills, medical education, doctor personal finance, doctor charting, doctor careers, doctor mental health, physician soft skills, physician parenting, physician executive skills, medical decision making, medical professional development, physician side gigs, main gigs, reacting to bad reviews, misinformation, social media, negotiating and what to do when someone yells, “Is there a doctor on board?” Guests have included Lady Glaucomflecken Kristen Flanary, Matt Abrahams, PhD, Gita Pensa, MD, Nneka Unachukwu, MD, (Dr. Una) Amy Fogelman, MD, and Bapu Jena, MD, PhD. A proud founding member of the Doctor Podcast Network!
How to Succeed in Medicine (Without Really Trying)  | EP513
After seven and a half years and 500 episodes, Dr. Bradley Block says goodbye to the Succeed in Medicine podcast. In this deeply personal final episode, he reflects on leadership, burnout, purpose, communication, side hustles, and the evolving definition of success in medicine and life.
May 12
36 min
What Caregiving Taught this Physician about Physician Blind Spots with Heather Gatcombe, MD | EP512
When a radiation oncologist becomes the caregiver for her son with mitochondrial disease who develops heart failure and requires a heart transplant during COVID, what happens next? Dr. Bradley Block welcomes Dr. Heather Gatcombe on this episode of Succeed In Medicine as she shares her personal story from the other side of the stethoscope and how it made her a better physician.
Apr 7
27 min
The DOJ is Being Weaponized against Gender-Affirming Physicians with Crystal Beal, DO, QueerDoc  | EP511
When the Department of Justice subpoenas a small queer medical practice for providing gender-affirming care, what happens next? Dr. Crystal Beal shares their personal story of receiving a DOJ subpoena, fighting back with the ACLU, and why this battle matters for all physicians.
Mar 31
35 min
Don't Miss These Signs and Symptoms of Mitochondrial Disease with Heather Gatcombe, MD | EP510
Join host Dr. Bradley Block and Dr. Heather Gatcombe, as they discuss why mitochondrial disease often goes undiagnosed for years, the red-flag symptoms across organ systems, the long diagnostic odyssey, and critical management tips including perioperative precautions, to improve outcomes and shorten delays for patients and families.
Mar 24
27 min
Stop Saying Nazis Coined the Term "Provider!" with Volke Roelcke, PhD, and  Mical Raz, MD, PhD  | EP509
Join host Dr. Bradley Block and guests Dr. Volke Roelcke and Dr. Mical Raz as they shatter the viral myth that the Nazis invented the term “provider” to denigrate Jewish doctors, and explain why this persistent misinformation trivializes the Holocaust, weaponizes language of marginalization, and distracts from real debates on medical professionalism, scope creep, and regulation.
Mar 17
28 min
Communication skills to save your physician marriage with Michael F. Myers, MD, Part 2 | EP508
Join host Dr. Bradley Block and guest Dr. Michael F. Myers as they continue their discussion on physician marriages. They delve into effective communication strategies, navigating gender dynamics, recognizing red flags like loneliness or affairs, and finding solutions to maintain healthy relationships amid the intense demands of a medical career.
Mar 10
28 min
Communication skills to save your physician marriage with Michael F. Myers, MD, Part 1 | Ep507
Being a physician is tough; being married is tough, combine them, and challenges mount. In part one of this Succeed In Medicine episode, host Dr. Bradley Block talks with Dr. Michael Myers about common stressors in physician marriages, from communication breakdowns and overwork to avoiding home life, providing strategies for better balance and connection.
Mar 3
29 min
Three Menopause Symptoms Physicians Commonly Overlook, with Lauren Streicher, MD | Ep506
Menopause isn't just hot flashes, it's recurrent UTIs, heart palpitations, and GI symptoms that baffle clinicians. In this episode of Succeed In Medicine podcast, host Dr. Bradley Block dives deep with Dr. Lauren Streicher, on recognizing hormonal links, debunking myths, and using vaginal estrogen or non-hormonal options for relief.
Feb 24
40 min
How Soon Will Autonomous Robots Replace Surgeons with Michael Yip, PhD | Ep505
Dr. Bradley Block explores the future of surgical robotics and autonomy with Dr. Michael Yip, discussing how robots already assist in procedures, the timeline for greater independence, barriers to full autonomy, and why surgeons' expertise remains essential for years to come.
Feb 17
31 min
Instantly Earn Patient Trust by Amplifying Your Charisma with Nick Morgan, PhD | Ep504
Dr. Bradley Block dives into the art of charisma and nonverbal communication with Dr. Nick Morgan, exploring how doctors can use body language to build instant trust, convey authority, and enhance patient interactions, from posture tweaks to active listening techniques.
Feb 10
39 min
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