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How Restorative Writing Helps Physicians Heal Burnout with Dr. Carolyn Roy-Bornstein Apr 28, 2026

 What if burnout is not only about exhaustion, workload, or system strain, but also about losing access to your own voice?

In this episode of The MedLife Support Podcast, Dr. Lisa  welcomes Dr. Carol...

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Optimism in Medicine: Why It’s Not Denial — It’s Direction with Charles Inniss, Jr., PCC, NBC-HWC Mar 17, 2026

How Physicians and Medical Families Can Shift Energy Without Ignoring Reality

Optimism Is Not Denial. It’s Direction.

Physicians do not need another lecture about “being more resilient.”

They have ...

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White Coats, Human Hearts: The Human Side of Medicine with Kim Downey Mar 03, 2026

Behind every white coat is a very human heart.

In Episode 19 of the MedLife Support Podcast, I sit down with Kim Downey — founder of Stand Up for Doctors and author of White Coats, Human Hearts — for...

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Physician Burnout, Marriage, and the Story Behind The MedLife Support Podcast Jan 13, 2026

Physician Burnout Doesn’t Stay at Work: Why I Created The MedLife Support Podcast

Life in medicine is demanding. The long hours, call schedules, emotional intensity, and constant responsibility don’t...

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The MedLife Support Podcast: Support for Physician Burnout, Relationships, and Families in Medicine Jan 07, 2026

The MedLife Support Podcast: Support for Physician Burnout, Relationships, and Families in Medicine

Life in medicine is intense — and it doesn’t just impact the physician.

Long hours, call schedules...

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Disclaimer: All information on this website and within its contents is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or therapy. Always consult with a healthcare provider regarding any mental or physical health concerns. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on The MedLife Matrix or from Lisa A. Muehlenbein, Ph.D. In case of a medical emergency, please dial 911 or 988 for a mental health crisis.
 

Dr. Lisa Muehlenbein 


Dr. Lisa Muehlenbein is a health psychologist and Nationally Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach who helps physicians, their families, and healthcare organizations confront the real cost of burnout—and fix it. A PhD in Health Psychology and trusted advisor to national medical organizations, she brings clarity, strategy, and lived experience to a system that’s overdue for change. Dr. Lisa is the host of The MedLife Support Podcast, a Top 10% podcast

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Disclaimer: All information on this website and within its contents is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or therapy. Always consult with a healthcare provider regarding any mental or physical health concerns. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on The MedLife Matrix or from Lisa A. Muehlenbein, Ph.D. In case of a medical emergency, please dial 911 or 988 for a mental health crisis.

 
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