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Stories From the Innkeeper #1: You Don’t Have to Suffer to Succeed in Medical School

with Tommy Pawlowski, M.D. & Anish Rana, M.D.

In the first episode of Stories From the Innkeeper, Md sits down with close friends and classmates Tommy Pawlowski and Anish Rana for a candid conversation about navigating medical school without losing yourself in the process. Together, they challenge the idea that suffering is necessary for success, reflecting on impostor syndrome, productivity guilt, research, travel, relationships, finances, and the pressure to always be doing more. Having each matched into their #1 residency programs while maintaining meaningful lives outside of medicine, they share the lessons, friendships, and experiences that shaped them beyond what ever made it onto a CV. A lighthearted and personal reminder that medical school can be difficult—but you don’t have to suffer to succeed.

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Multiple specialties. Countless ideas. Unlimited advice.

We attempt to deconstruct the art of learning, habits, and work ethics shared through the experiences of our featured guests and their valuable advice.

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Your passion in medicine and explore different specialties in-depth.

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Your strategies in the pre-med journey through our insightful interview-based discussions.

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Seasons: 2

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S2 · E5Endocrinology

Inside Peru’s Healthcare System

Dr. Diego Sueldo

Endocrinology resident, Dos de Mayo Hospital, Lima

Dr. Diego Sueldo is an endocrinology resident at Dos de Mayo Hospital in Lima, one of Peru’s busiest and most historic public hospitals. Drawing from firsthand experience in a resource-limited healthcare system, Dr. Sueldo shares what it means to practice medicine when access to laboratory testing, imaging, medications, and other resources cannot always be guaranteed. The conversation explores how physicians adapt by relying heavily on clinical reasoning, history-taking, and physical examination while making high-stakes decisions under uncertainty. Dr. Sueldo also takes us beyond the hospital to discuss the realities of rural medical training in Peru. Ultimately, he offers a compelling perspective on global health and the resilience, creativity, and adaptability required to deliver quality care when resources are limited.

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S2 · E4Pathology

A Physician-Scientist on Neurodegeneration

Dr. John Crary

MD/PhD neuropathologist, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

Dr. John Crary is a MD/PhD and board-certified neuropathologist at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Dr. Crary is a leading physician-scientist whose work has redefined how brain diseases are diagnosed, from primary age-related tauopathy (PART) to chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) and progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP).

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S2 · E3Obstetrics & Gynecology

Bias in OBGYN & Historic Racism

Dr. Fatima Daoud

Board-certified OB/GYN, Stony Brook University

Dr. Fatima Daoud is a board-certified obstetrician/gynecologist and the first OBGYN guest on Doctor’s Inn. Dr. Daoud is a clinical assistant professor at Stony Brook University and a widely recognized voice in women’s health—featured on Buzzfeed, Cosmopolitan, The Washington Post, Teen Vogue, and more for her advocacy in debunking misinformation and promoting accessible, equitable care.

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S2 · E2Cardiology

A Cardiologist’s Recommendations

Dr. Stephanie Saucier

Preventive cardiologist, Hartford HealthCare

Dr. Stephanie Saucier is a cardiologist specializing in Preventative Cardiology and women’s heart health. Dr. Saucier’s medical journey spanned across Ross University School of Medicine, University of Connecticut School of Medicine, and currently at Hartford Hospital Healthcare’s Heart and Vascular Institute, where she is the director of women's heart wellness program and the medical director of cardiac rehabilitation Hartford region. Dr. Saucier’s expertise is on how people can prevent cardiovascular diseases, which is the #1 cause of death across the world. She has a passion for physical endurance activities such as scuba diving, traveling, promoting healthy lifestyle, global health, tea, and more.

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S2 · E1Plastic Surgery

Building Trust With Patients

Dr. Richard J. Brown

General & plastic surgeon, Brown Plastic Surgery

Dr. Richard J Brown is a double-board certified general surgeon and plastic & reconstructive surgeon. WIth nearly 1 million YouTube subscribers, nearly 1 billion views, and 7.8million followers on Tiktok, Dr. Brown has reached a wide range of audience to educate, entertain, and inspire. Dr. Brown’s medical journey spanned across Chicago Medical School, Northwestern University in Chicago, and University of Nebraska Medical Center. His private practice, Brown Plastic Surgery, is based in Scottsdale, Arizona, where he performs breast reconstructive surgeries, post-pregnancy procedures, otoplasty, and more. He is a consistent advocate for health and fitness, a great dad, an educator, and an incredibly reliable surgeon

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S1 · E24Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Diagnoses & Treatments of Pelvic Pain

Dr. Tayyaba Ahmed

Physical medicine & rehabilitation specialist

Dr. Tayyaba Ahmed is a physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist. She completed the BS/DO program at New York Institute of Technology and was trained at the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, Northwell Health Plainview Hospital and the NYU Langone Medical Center. Dr. Ahmed is a contributing author to a textbook which is considered a staple during every Physiatrist’s training. The fourth edition was published in November of 2018 in which she authored the “Pelvic Pain” chapter. She treats recurrent U.T.I. and yeast, chronic constipation, back and hip pain. She is a sought-after academic lecturer and podcast guest due to her expertise in women's health and pain management.

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