Mindful Medics | Episode 5

Beyond the Wilderness: Dr.Tan’s Thrilling Journey from ‘Alone’ to Medicine

In this captivating episode of Mindful Medics, host Dr. Leonaura Rhodes interviews Dr. Teimojin Tan, a wilderness medicine expert and survivalist who spent 63 days on the hit survival show Alone. Dr. Tan shares his journey from the Canadian Army Reserve to his current work with indigenous communities and the creation of his online course, Survival Doctors. Learn how he integrates his love for adventure and service with a fulfilling career in medicine. Tune in for insights on resilience, the importance of purpose, and the skills needed to thrive in extreme conditions.

Published on
September 17, 2024

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Chapters

  • (00:00) Dr. Teimojin Tan: Wilderness medicine specialist and creator of Survival Doctors
  • (01:44) Dr. Tan’s focus on indigenous medicine and early career inspirations
  • (04:07) Challenges faced during medical training and career progression
  • (12:22) How Dr. Tan’s army career influenced his medical path
  • (15:25) Coping with the stresses of being a physician
  • (25:04) Surviving 63 days on the show Alone
  • (28:09) What Dr. Tan learned about resilience from survival shows
  • (33:49) Top advice for staying healthy and resilient
  • (40:30) Final thoughts: Do hard things and embrace challenges