Thursday Jun 12, 2025
Physician Coach Karen Leitner Teaches Doctors What Medical School Forgot
This episode is part of The Visible Voice Podcast Mini-Cast series dedicated to exploring coaching resources and professional development tools to help professionals improve their workplace journey and well-being.
Dr. Karen Leitner is a primary care physician who transitioned to become a full-time coach for medical professionals. In 2020 after gaining certification, Karen founded Karen Leitner MD Coaching. She has coached hundreds of women physicians to set boundaries, finish their charts, reduce guilt, and reconnect with their identity outside of medicine.
Some conversation take-aways:
—Overwhelm is a common challenge for physicians.
—Self-compassion is crucial for personal and professional growth.
—Healthcare systems often contribute to physician burnout.
—Practical strategies can help manage workload and stress.
Dr. Karen Leitner is a primary care physician who transitioned to become a full-time coach for medical professionals. In 2020 after gaining certification, Karen founded Karen Leitner MD Coaching. She has coached hundreds of women physicians to set boundaries, finish their charts, reduce guilt, and reconnect with their identity outside of medicine.
Some conversation take-aways:
—Overwhelm is a common challenge for physicians.
—Self-compassion is crucial for personal and professional growth.
—Healthcare systems often contribute to physician burnout.
—Practical strategies can help manage workload and stress.
Website:
https://www.karenleitnermd.com/
Book with Karen:
https://www.karenleitnermd.com/how-to-feel-better
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenleitnermd/
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