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Aug 2023
27m 32s

BONUS: Dr. Shannon Sovndal Interview

MEDSCHOOLCOACH
About this episode

Dr. Shannon Sovndal, an emergency medicine specialist, discusses his medical journey, career experiences and advice for pre-med and medical students.

  • [0:36] Dr. Sovndal’s Background and Accomplishments
  • [01:18] Recurring Patients in an ER
  • [02:25] The Influence of Personality on Choosing Emergency Medicine
  • [04:18] Dr. Sovndal’s Journey into Medicine
  • [11:21] Economics & Emergency Medicine
  • [14:34] Burnout & Work-Life Balance
  • [19:23] A Week in the Life of Dr Sovndal

Are you a younger physician, pre-med student or medical student looking for more advice on navigating your career, emotionally, mentally and financially? Do take a look at the resources below:

Please email me if you have any comments or concerns: MCATpodcast@medschoolcoach.com

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Thanks for listening!

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