Girl Doc Survival Guide

Girl Doc Survival Guide

Christine J Ko, MD

Episodes 216
Avg. Duration 14m
Activity Highly Active
Since Mar 2022
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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About This Podcast

Young doctors are increasingly in ‘survival’ mode. 

 

Far from flourishing, the relentless pressure of working in medicine means that ‘balance’ is harder than ever to achieve.

 

On the Girl Doc Survival Guide, Yale professor and dermatologist Dr Christine J Ko sits down with doctors, psychologists and mental health experts to dig into the real challenges and rewards of life in medicine. 

 

From dealing with daily stressors and burnout to designing a career that doesn’t sacrifice your personal life, this podcast is all about giving you the tools to not just survive... 

 

But to be present in the journey.

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S1E207 EP207: Dr. Adam Rubin on Medicine, Investing, and Life Lessons

Mar 04, 2026 10m Transcript

Dr. Adam Rubin on Adapting, Coalition-Building, and Time in a Dermatology CareerChristine hosts Dr. Adam Rubin, Director of Dermatopathology at NYU Langone and Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of…

S1E207 EP207: Dr. Kevin Ko: New Horizons in Oral and Dermatopathology

Feb 25, 2026 12m Transcript

Dr. Kevin Ko on Biomarkers, Oral Dysplasia, and the Limits of H&E DiagnosisChristine interviews Dr. Kevin Ko (DMD, MD), a pathologist at the BC Cancer Agency with training in oral and…

S1E206 EP206: The Art and Science of Diagnosing: Dr. Raymond Barnhill on Melanocytic Lesions

Feb 18, 2026 30m Transcript

Dr. Raymond Barnhill on Diagnostic Drift, Uncertainty, and the MPATH-Dx V2.0 Approach to Melanocytic LesionsIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine interviews Dr. Raymond Barnhill,…

S1E205 EP205: Lessons in Leadership and Legacy with Dr. Thomas Helm

Feb 11, 2026 19m Transcript

Balancing Careers and Family: Insights from Dr. Thomas HelmIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine invites Dr. Thomas Helm, MD, for his second appearance on the podcast. Dr. Helm,…

S1E204 EP204: Overcoming Decision Paralysis with Dr. Mary Steffel

Feb 04, 2026 16m Transcript

Overcoming Decision Paralysis: Insights from Dr. Mary SteffelIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, we welcome Dr. Mary Steffel, an Associate Professor of Marketing at Northeastern…

S1E203 EP203: Decoding Overdiagnosis: A Deep Dive with Dr. Wolfie Weyers

Jan 28, 2026 17m Transcript

In Conversation with Dr. Wolfgang Weyers: The Complexities of Dermatopathology DiagnosisIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine welcomes Dr. Wolfgang Weyers, a highly respected…

S1E202 EP202: Understanding Cancer Diagnosis: An Expert Discussion with Dr. Kathleen Kerr

Jan 21, 2026 17m Transcript

Overdiagnosis and Medical Decision Making with Dr. Kathleen KerrIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Dr. Kathleen Kerr, a Professor of Biostatistics at the University of Washington,…

S1E201 EP201: Decoding Decisions: Eye-Tracking Insights in Diagnostics

Jan 14, 2026 19m Transcript

The Impact of Gaze and Fatigue on Medical Decision-Making with Dr. Bulat IbragimovIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine interviews Dr. Bulat Ibragimov, an Associate Professor of…

S1E200 EP200: Preventing Burnout: Exercise and Mindset with Dr. Oksana Babenko

Jan 07, 2026 16m Transcript

Exploring Wellbeing, Motivation, and Lifelong Learning with Dr. Oksana BabenkoIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine welcomes Dr. Oksana Babenko, an Associate Professor at the…

S1E199 EP199: Thriving in 2026

Dec 31, 2025 1m Transcript

The Girl Doc Survival Guide: Wellbeing in MedicineIn this New Year's Eve 2026 short, Christine highlights the focus of this podcast on work-life balance, physician wellbeing, burnout, and self-care;…

S1E198 EP198: Embracing Life Beyond Drama

Dec 23, 2025 2m Transcript

Embrace the Present: Insights from SadhguruIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine extends holiday greetings and delves into the teachings of Indian guru Sadhguru. Highlighting his…

S1E197 EP197: In Conversation with Dr. Ronald Barr: Stories and Career Advice

Dec 17, 2025 14m Transcript

Navigating Dermatopathology with Dr. Ronald Barr: An Inspiring Career JourneyIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine interviews Dr. Ronald Barr, a seasoned pathologist,…

S1E196 EP196: Rethinking Medical Care: Dr. H Gilbert Welch on Overdiagnosis

Dec 10, 2025 21m Transcript

Questioning Overdiagnosis: A Conversation with Dr. H Gilbert WelchIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine speaks with Dr. H Gilbert Welch, a general internist and senior researcher…

S1E195 EP195: Thanksgiving!

Dec 03, 2025 2m Transcript

Thanksgiving Reflections and Insights on Perception and OverdiagnosisIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine expresses gratitude for listeners and contributors, especially…

S1E194 EP194: Dr. Scott Binder: A Perspective on Pathology and Beyond

Nov 26, 2025 15m Transcript

Dr. Scott Binder on Life Lessons and Medical PhilosophyDr. Scott Binder, MD, shares his journey from a dermatopathology residency at UCLA to directing his own practice. He recounts challenges such as…

S1E193 193: The Pathologist's Eye: Exploring Templates and Perception with Claudia Mello-Thoms

Nov 19, 2025 24m Transcript

Understanding Visual Perception in Medical Diagnoses: A Deep Dive with Claudia Mello-ThomsIn this episode, Christine continues the conversation with Claudia Mello-Thoms, an expert in visual…

S1E192 EP192: Medical Image Perception: Insights with Claudia Mello-Thoms

Nov 12, 2025 21m Transcript

Visual Expertise and Diagnostic Accuracy with Claudia Mello-Thoms, PhDIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine interviews Claudia Mello-Thoms, PhD, an Associate Professor of…

S1E191 EP191: Navigating Illness and Compassion: A Dialogue with Theresa Brown

Nov 06, 2025 21m Transcript

The Sacred Duty of Healthcare: A Conversation with Theresa BrownIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine interviews Theresa Brown, PhD, RN, a registered nurse, New York Times…

S1E190 EP190: Dr. Naomi Elton's Blueprint for Navigating Success in Medicine

Oct 29, 2025 18m Transcript

Career Planning and Wellbeing for Doctors with Dr. Naomi EltonIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Dr. Naomi Elton, a systemic therapist and retired consultant psychiatrist, discusses her…

S1E189 EP189: Caroline Elton on the Human Experience: Autism, Family, and End-of-Life Care

Oct 22, 2025 17m Transcript

Navigating Autism and End of Life: A Conversation with Dr. Caroline EltonIn this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, host Christine invites back psychologist Dr. Caroline Elton, who has extensive…

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