Beyond The Finish Line | Season 1 Episode 1
From Residency to Resilience: Dr. Naomi Jean Baptiste’s Story
Discover how challenges during residency shaped the remarkable career of Dr. Naomi Jean Baptiste. In this episode of Beyond the Finish Line: Navigating the Journey After Residency, host Dr. Joe Sherman explores the journey from personal struggle to launching Hope4Med—a revolutionary wellness platform for physicians. This conversation dives into balancing the hectic pace of emergency medicine with personal wellbeing and offers advice for those looking to carve out their own path in healthcare.
Published on
April 24, 2025
Guest Links
- Hope4Med: https://www.hope4med.com
- New York Presbyterian Hospital: https://www.nyp.org
- Dr. Lorna Breen Foundation: https://drlornabreen.org
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Timestamps
- 00:00 – Introduction
- 02:15 – Dr. Baptiste’s Personal Journey & Inspiration
- 10:30 – Transition to Emergency Medicine
- 18:00 – Founding Hope4Med & Addressing Burnout
- 26:45 – Balancing Work, Family, & Wellness
- 34:30 – Advice for Early Career Physicians
- 41:00 – Global Health & International Perspectives
- 48:00 – Final Thoughts & Contact Info