Do you ever feel like your workday follows you home — in the form of unfinished charts, inbox messages, and nagging guilt about what's still left to do? You're not alone. For many physicians, charting is the part of the job that never seems to end — and it can leave you feeling exhausted, behind, and questioning whether you'll ever catch up.

Today's guest, Dr. Sarah Smith, knows that struggle firsthand. As a rural family physician, she spent years buried under a mountain of paperwork until she discovered a way to completely transform her workday. Now, as the founder of Charting Coach, she's helped hundreds of physicians learn to finish their notes on time — and reclaim their evenings, weekends, and peace of mind.

In this empowering conversation, Dr. Smith and I dive into the mindset and systems that help physicians finally get ahead of their charts. You'll learn why this isn't just about efficiency, but about freedom — the freedom to leave work at work and enjoy the rest of your life again.

• The moment Dr. Smith realized she couldn't keep living in "charting chaos"

• How noticing — rather than judging — your patterns is the first step toward change

• How perfectionism and impostor syndrome impact charting

• Practical strategies for charting in real time and managing your day more intentionally

• How to set boundaries, reduce interruptions, and get notes done before the next patient

• What "good enough" documentation can look like — and why it's more than enough

• Some tips for using AI to help with charting
  
  

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Connect with Dr. Smith:
Website: https://www.chartingcoach.ca
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChartingCoach/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechartingcoach/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-smith-999101200

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Have you ever dreamed of practicing medicine in a way that actually fits your life? Where you're not racing through 15-minute visits, drowning in charts, or missing your kid's birthday because of another call weekend? Then this episode is for you.

I'm joined by Dr. Diana Kumar and Dr. Teresa Walsh, two board-certified OB-GYNs who opted out of the grind of a big healthcare system to co-found GLISS Wellness, a nationwide telemedicine practice for women's health and menopause care.

In just eight months, they turned an idea from their "burn book" into a real, thriving business. No perfect plan. No waiting for permission. They just got to work and made it happen.

We're diving into what it really takes to launch your own practice, how they got licensed in all 50 states, and why telemedicine has given them the freedom and flexibility they craved. This is a story about guts, innovation, and rewriting the rules to build a career that finally fits.

• How a trip abroad sparked a new business idea
• Why they chose telemedicine over a brick-and-mortar practice
• The unexpected perks of telehealth for women's care
• How AIR (All In Remote) Academy helped them launch fast and legally
• Why having a partner made all the difference, and what to look for if you're considering teaming up
• How they stacked multiple income streams to stay financially secure during the transition
• The emotional and mindset hurdles of leaving traditional medicine, and how they pushed through the fear

GLISS WELLNESS: The Company Founded by Dr. Diana Kumar and Dr. Teresa Walsh

Gliss Wellness Newsletter: https://substack.com/@glisswellness

@glisswellness and @GlissSpot

To learn more about AIR (All-In-Remote) Physician Academy, sign up for one of their information sessions at airphysicianacademy.com. Don't forget to mention that you heard about the program through Doctor's Crossing!

*Please note: I'm an affiliate for AIR Physician Academy, which means if you sign up through my link, I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. I only recommend programs I truly believe in, and this one is a great fit for physicians exploring non-clinical opportunities.

Episode #210: 5 Ways To Increase Your Income and Find Great Opportunities in Telemedicine - with Dr. Takashi Nakamura- cofounder of AIR Academy

Telemedicine Companies - If you're interested in using your clinical skills, making money, and being able to work from home, the beach, or a mountain cabin, telemedicine is worth considering. This FREE resource guide includes a list of over 40 telemedicine companies to choose from.

Have you ever been wrist-deep in a seemingly small, repetitive problem at work and thought, "There's got to be a better way"? Today's guest didn't just have that thought—she ran with it, all the way from the ER to the shelves of Amazon.

In this episode, Dr. Liz Clayborne, emergency physician and founder and CEO of Nasaclip, shares how a common clinical nuisance sparked a full blown medical innovation. What started as a passing thought during residency turned into a patented, market-ready device that's now helping people everywhere from Disney cruises to school nurse's offices.

Liz opens up about how she went from taping tongue depressors together to launching a product on Amazon. She breaks down the roadmap she followed which included bumps, doubts, funding stress and all—and shows you what's possible when you stop waiting for someone else to solve the problem. Whether your big idea is a device, an app, or just a smarter way to do the thing everyone hates, this conversation will give you the tools (and courage) to start.

• How a single ER shift inspired Dr. Liz to design a new medical device
• What you should do first when you have an idea (spoiler: it's not building a prototype)
• How to deal with imposter syndrome when you're stepping into unfamiliar territory
• The realities of fundraising—and why being a physician can actually be your superpower
• A step-by-step roadmap to go from idea to market
• The surprising ways her invention has made an impact beyond the ER
• Why betting on yourself isn't just brave—it's necessary

Dr. Liz Clayborne:

Contact: eclayborne@nasaclip.com

Instagram: @drelizpc

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethpclayborne/

Nasalip:

Website: nasaclip.com

Nasaclip Instagram: @nasaclip

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