In today's episode, we welcome back Kristin Burton @strivewithkristin for Part 2 to chat all about building wealth and investing. If you haven't already listened to Part 1 "Bye Bye $161K in 16 Months, Hello Millionaire" definitely check it out (especially if you're still focused on paying off debt as quickly as possible!). A link to Kristin's Money Boot Camp for White Coats can be found right here below, and "KAT" saves you $10 on the course! Hope you...

In today's very much so "scrubbed out" podcast today, we're chatting all things social media, including how to get started, how to grow your social media and how to monetize! I include a brand collaboration example for you (see details below), as well. Hope you enjoy! 00:39 podcast starts + intro 01:40 how to start 02:29 new account vs. old account? 03:15 choosing handle name (i.e. @stethoscope.kat) 04:43 how to grow IG 05:24 call to actions 06:16 speak on stories 07:00 support +...

Have you heard horror stories about didactic year?! Me too. I'm here to tell you it's not as scary as it may seem. Here's why I actually enjoyed this chapter of PA school and my top 9 tips to help you get through it too! 00:40 podcast starts + intro 01:11 what is didactic? 03:22 the good about didactic 06:29 #1 routine 07:42 #2 put the study material down before bed 08:28 #3 diet study 08:58 #4 meal prep saves you time and money 10:09 #5 breaks! 11:30 #6 change up your study...

In this episode we chat about my top 8 things to look for when deciding on the "perfect" PA program for you! 00:39 podcast starts + intro 01:36 Accreditation & Establishment 03:30 Location 06:17 $$$ 07:36 Length of Program 08:47 Rotations! 12:22 Pance Pass Rate 12:43 Retention Rate 13:36 Meet the Minimum Requirements but Apply Anyways 14:44 Great Resource! 15:23 Wrap Up! It would mean so much to me if you would drop a review, hit subscribe, share this with a friend, or DM me...

In this episode we dive head first into an honest conversation about relationships in medicine - both long distance relationships & being married in medicine. If you relate, let us know! We've been there and done that! 00:36 podcast starts + intro 01:44 guest intro, "Couch Chris" 02:50 did you doubt the success of LDR? 03:34 highs & lows of LDR 04:50 who does LDR take a toll on more? 05:54 what's a piece advice for those going through LDR? 07:51 would you change anything about...

In this episode we dissect my experience with my poor habit of people pleasing and how learning to say "no" has allowed to fill my own cup toward my goals. Hopefully you'll learn how to kick some people-pleasing habits as well! 00:39 podcast starts + intro 02:30 shoutout! "Say no once a day" 03:38 filling you cup for other passions and goals 06:07 uncomfortable to say no 07:31 are your compromises being met? 09:08 the "why" isn't always needed 10:26 ask for what you need....

In this episode we discuss the basics of paying off debt vs. investing, and I share my favorite resources for slowly (but surely) learning these tricks to the trade. Hope you find this helpful! 00:40 podcast starts + intro 01:44 what is your mindset around debt? 02:23 "good" debt vs. "bad" debt 03:43 do you have a problem with debt? Do you just want to pay off debt first? 04:39 interest rate of debt vs. investments - how do you decide? 05:20 your level of wealth matters 05:49 when to...

In this episode we get a 2 on 1 with [almost] graduated PAs Brittani and Cameron, who are married PA students finishing up long distance (but still both in the state of Texas!). This episode feels like we're all just chatting, hanging out together- we touch on long distance, dream jobs, student debt and refinancing and little things in between! 00:38 podcast starts 01:35 guest intro! 05:57 how they became LDR 08:42 how they managed LDR + how they've grown from it 15:10 advice for LDR...

In this episode we tackle PART 2 of my New Grad DO's + DON'Ts. This is a short and sweet take on the 1-2 months before graduation and right before starting your big people job! Hope this is helpful! 00:38 podcast starts + intro 01:22 DO take your PANCE ASAP! 4:09 DON'T compare to your peers, but DO support each other 07:18 DO ask the 3 questions in your interview! 09:41 DON'T sweat the salary?? 11:39 DO take enough $$ out your last term of school 13:22 wrap up! Good luck! It would...

In this episode we dive head first into PCOS - Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and how it relates to infertility. We chat through the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnostic criteria and treatment options. I also tie in my history of PCOS and how it's been a challenge in our fertility journey. But, we're still hopeful and so grateful for this episode for the chance to learn more! Hope you enjoy this style episode - if you do, let me know in the reviews! *Disclaimer: this episode is an...

In this episode we chat with the one, the only Jimmy G, who is the creator of PA Collective, and has become a niched TikTok star in the last 18 months, all while wrapping up his PA education. He's a new grad ER PA and shares with us about how to feel confident as a once upon a time band "geek" (not really) and monetize an idea you have, while also giving us a peek into his non-traditional journey to becoming a PA! It's a great one! 00:35 podcast starts 01:07 guest intro!...

In this episode we chat all things living in New York, choosing to go long distance for self growth, starting scared and revealing some silly secrets! You can follow Kelsey at @lifeasapac on IG - but tune in here for some total transparency and authenticity on her way to becoming a PA! 00:38 podcast starts 01:36 guest intro! 04:03 how the panny affected clinical rotations in NY 08:30 $$ cost of her PA program + rent 09:23 life dreams - Hannah Montana?? 12:13 thoughts on "Gap Year" aka...

MONDAY MOTIVATION: in this short + sweet episode we dive head first into starting something new, and doing it scared - but the good scared. We chat about how taking a chance on something different, and making just one decision to see how it goes can cultivate growth that leads to doors opening in ways you may never expect. This one's a good one, so tune in and enjoy! 00:38 podcast starts 02:52 I didn't know what I wanted to be when I grew up 03:25 What's on your life list? 04:02 Just...

In this episode we chat with Kristin Burton (@strivewithkristin) all about MONEY! How did she pay off $161,000 in student loans in 16 months?! How has she already become financially free, including mortgage free and committed to investing for her and her growing family's future as a practicing PA, and now entrepreneur, only a few years out of school?! You might be surprised she learned on the go, and she's sharing her greatest tips + tricks with us to help us get there too! This one is a good...

In this episode we dive head first into combatting "Imposter Syndrome" wherever you are in your career. We've got a super short + sweet pep talk to get you in the right mindset for growing through this feeling of inadequacy and molding it into confidence! 00:37 podcast starts 01:22 What is "Imposter Syndrome"? 02:52 Acknowledge + Accept a Growth Mindset 03:37 Own Your Mistakes 04:30 Reflect on Your Path to Today 05:45 Action: how to become unafraid 07:04 You are NOT alone 08:21...

In this episode we dive head first into preparing for your PA school interviews, accepting the interviews and tips to crush your interview day! 00:43 podcast starts 02:03 Prepare, do NOT rehearse! 02:31 Interview Prep Book is a MUST! 06:30 Common Interview Questions (Examples) 08:47 When to Accept the Interview Offer 10:24 What to do after accepting interview but before interview 10:45 Nailing the Interview! 11:00 2-Way Street 11:20 Arrive Early 12:15 Water + Snacks 12:38...

Welcome to our interview with Gaby De Vita @itsgabythepa who tells us all about her untraditional path to becoming a PA and how she negotiated her way to a stellar job and compensation package! Hope you enjoy! 00:35 podcast starts 01:26 Meet Gaby! 05:50 Dietician, Diabetes Educator to Family Medicine PA 09:03 Undergrad to Graduate Timeline 12:35 Nailing a Job on Rotations! 18:35 What is a Preceptorship? 22:58 Negotiating your Contact/Offer 28:29 Maternity Leave - was a no turned...

It's all about the waiting game today. In this episode we dive head first into managing the "in between" - post-application, post-interview season and post-graduation. This short and sweet episode is perfect for anyone navigating a transition period, no matter where you are in you PA journey (or just life!). Stay tuned for specific tips that I recommend during each phase, and how to enjoy the "waiting game" 00:38 podcast starts 01:22 waiting game #1: interviews 04:35 waiting game #2:...

Happy Monday fam! In this uber quick episode we talk all about how to cultivate joy in your life trajectory, starting with learning tools to kicking negativity to the side. I give you THREE of the biggest lessons I learned (hindsight is 20/20) that changed me from a "negative Nancy" to someone I loved becoming. I can't wait to chat way more in depth on this topic, but until then, enjoy our quick pep talk this morning!  00:36 podcast starts + intro 02:07 I used to be a "Negative...

We're bring the fire with BURNOUT this episode! What exactly is burnout? How do we avoid it? How do we navigate through it when we can't avoid it? In this episode we dive into all of that and more. This topic is relatable to everyone going through a tough time, but special shoutout to my healthcare friends working in this panny! As we say in High School Musical, we're all in this together! 00:37 podcast starts + intro 01:10 Background on my burn out 03:01 Should you work 2+ jobs? 03:24 My...

Who's ready to see some patients?! In this short + sweet episode I divulge my TOP 5 tips (+bonus tip!) for starting clinical year and let you in on a weird item I brought with me on rotations! Let me know in my DMs what your tips are so we can add them to Part 2! This episode is geared to our didactic + clinical students! 00:38 podcast starts + intro 01:05 real life drama update 01:40 Tip #1: You Know Nothing + It's Okay 04:07 What is "Pimping" in Medicine? 05:16 Tip #2: Say "Yes!"...

Who's better?! Jk! Both are exceptional careers, so how do you decide?! In this episode we invite a special guest (MD!) to dive into all things Pre-Med vs. Pre-PA, medical school vs. PA school, post-grad life, how they each practice clinically and everything in between! We get honest about some hard truths, and leave the door open for some interesting conversation around changes happening in each of these fields. While we didn't go into DO and NP specifics here, we hope to in the future! This...

Did I really do that?! In this episode you'll hear all about some of my BIGGEST regrets as I wrapped up my clinical year - all culminating in just a few of my top DO's + DON'Ts before you graduate! I include some actual examples you can use to find success, as well! This episode is geared for our almost new grads, but definitely can be helpful wherever you are in the journey - and, there's certainly more to come! 01:10 podcast starts + intro 02:06 Do Understand the Value of Networking + how...

My name is Kat, and I'm a Physician Assistant (PA) on a mission to connect with like-minded people to talk all things becoming a PA, navigating adulthood and finding joy in our every day. I'll talk you through some tips, tricks, success + regrets, practice clinical cases, and everything in between. You might have seen me on IG (@stethoscope.kat), and I'm so excited to have you here! Let's get started! connect with me on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stethoscope.kat --- Send in...