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In this episode of Physician Empowerment, Dr. Kevin Mailo speaks with Dr. Michelle Jackman, a Calgary-based pediatric obesity specialist, physician coach, and elite gravel cyclist, about sustaining momentum in medicine, leadership, wellness, and personal goals when the training is long and the rewards are delayed. They unpack the difference between inspiration and motivation, exploring the importance of clarifying your internal “why”. Internal motivation, comprised of values, meaning, and identity, tends to outlast external motivation, which focuses on validation, status, and expectations. Michelle Jackman explains that this is especially true during setbacks.

Dr. Mailo and Dr. Jackman examine how physicians are often driven by fear-based motivation and perfectionism, and how that can undermine performance and joy over time. Dr. Jackman shares practical strategies for shifting from harsh self-criticism to constructive self-coaching, a process that includes naming the “inner critic” and building self-awareness through curiosity, as well as practicing self-compassion. She highlights the often-missed performance tool of rest and recovery; practices like micro-meditations, journaling prompts, breathwork, yoga, and somatic awareness. They discuss resilience through setback planning and the value of building an “elite team” around oneself through support systems, such as mentors and coaching, that help sustain a meaningful long game.

About Michelle Jackman, MSc, MD, FRCPC, Pediatrics, Certified Executive Coach:

Over the past 25 years, Michelle Jackman has taken a few “scenic trips” on her path to a gratifying career in clinical Pediatrics—most notably a transition from General Surgery residency and a more recent move into Executive Coaching.

In 2020, Michelle worked with a physician executive coach. The experience was transformative and inspired her to pursue formal coaching training. She went on to complete her Executive Coach certification through Erickson International.

Michelle integrates coaching techniques into her clinical work as a practicing Pediatrician, collaborating within multidisciplinary teams and serving as a medical leader and educator. She finds this blend of coaching and clinical practice deeply gratifying and credits it as a catalyst for strengthening the effectiveness of care delivery for patients and their families.

Her Executive Coaching training has also supported greater satisfaction and alignment in her personal life—as a parent, competitive athlete, partner, and friend. In addition, Michelle is a Pediatric Obesity specialist and researcher with an MSc in exercise physiology, and she is qualified to support clients navigating decisions related to physical and mental performance goals.

• Michelle Jackman’s website: coframe.ca

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In this episode, Dr. Wing Lim talks with legendary emergency physician, Professor, and Order of Canada recipient Dr. Louis Francescutti for another episode of the Medical Entrepreneurship Series. They explore the realities of modern medicine, how AI is set to reshape emergency care, and the path from frustration to real, community-changing action. Dr. Francescutti is the founder and champion of the Bridge Healing initiative that offers transitional housing from emergency care to stable, supportive homes, and he draws from his own advocacy and innovation for the valuable advice he shares.

Dr. Francescutti shares practical advice for physicians who want to lead change, and he tells Dr. Lim that waiting for grants is not the only way. Fundraising is simpler than most physicians think due to the trust and influence physicians have in their communities. He offers real ideas on how to seek monetary support for innovative care ideas. Dr. Francescutti and Dr. Lim also discuss the emotional challenges facing physicians today: how burnout and moral injury are common. He focuses on grounding in gratitude, practicing emotional intelligence, and modeling positive culture for trainees. This episode inspires physicians on ways to lead community impact projects and make a real difference in their world.

About Dr. Louis Francescutti:

An emergency and preventive medicine physician, a university professor, an international speaker, Past-President of the Canadian Medical Association, and Past-President of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, Dr. Francescutti has spent nearly three decades advocating one message: Live Smart. Reputed as one of Canada's leading medical visionaries and regarded internationally for his 'down to earth' and 'bold' methodologies, Lou is not intimidated by political correctness, nor is he afraid to tell it like it is. "People need to hear what the real issues are--no sugar coating. We live in a world that is far too complex and unforgiving. People need to learn that they are in control of their future and fortune--both in terms of health and happiness".

• Dr. Louis Francescutti’s website: DrLou.ca

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In this episode, Dr. Kevin Mailo welcomes radiologist, educator, and podcaster, Dr. Yatin Chadha, to the show to talk about Dr. Chadha’s newest project: Beyond Radiology. Beyond Radiology is an innovative radiology education platform designed for clinicians. Dr. Chadha explains why radiology education is essential for non-radiologists and how he built the online medical education platform from scratch. He and Dr. Mailo discuss why creative pursuits are necessary parts of a fulfilled life.

Dr. Chadha shares how his passion for teaching and personal growth led him to create the practical radiology courses, which include a CT head imaging course for emergency physicians and frontline doctors. Part of the conversation revolves around how he chose to navigate mid-career growth and avoid burnout through projects he believes in. He learned a lot of lessons from running the beyond MD podcast, lessons that helped inform his approach to Beyond Radiology. Dr. Mailo and Dr. Chadha unpack the importance of creativity in medicine, carving out meaningful work beyond clinical responsibilities, and avoiding mid-career plateaus. Clinicians seeking to sharpen radiology skills or curious about blending creativity with practice will find powerful insights in this conversation.

About Dr. Yatin Chadha:

Dr. Yatin Chadha is a mid-career radiologist at North York General Hospital (NYGH) in Toronto and host of the well-known beyond MD podcast.

Dr. Chadha completed medical school at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, radiology residency at Queen’s University, and a musculoskeletal radiology fellowship in San Diego, California.

Within medicine, Dr. Chadha is most passionate about educating learners and colleagues in radiology. His clinical interests include emergency radiology, sports medicine, rheumatology, and pain therapy.

Since 2023, Dr. Chadha has been the director of radiology education at NYGH. He takes great joy in teaching and mentoring learners from medical school through fellowship. In 2024, Dr. Chadha received a teaching award for excellence in education.

As a believer in lifelong learning, Dr. Chadha launched the beyond MD podcast in 2020. The podcast focuses on financial literacy and wellness topics relevant to Canadian physicians. His mission through podcasting is to learn, share, and support his colleagues across the country.

• Dr. Yatin Chadha on LinkedIn
• “beyond MD with Dr. Yatin Chadha” podcast
• CT Head Basics for Clinicians course

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