Navigating ENT Careers in the Armed Forces w/ Dr.'s Matthew Brigger & Philip Gaudreau | ENT Ep. 214

Описание: What does it take to become a physician in the military, and how does it differ from the civilian path? In this episode of Backtable ENT, Dr. Matthew Brigger and Dr. Philip Gaudreau, discuss their unique career paths in the Navy and how military service shaped their medical practices.

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SYNPOSIS

Dr. Brigger, Division Chief of Pediatric Otolaryngology and professor at San Diego Children’s Hospital, and Dr. Gaudreau, pediatric otolaryngologist and associate professor of surgery at the Uniformed Services University practicing at Naval Medical Center San Diego, share their career paths from medical school to serving in the Navy. The conversation delves into the application processes for military and civilian medical schools, differences in training, and how military service instills a sense of purpose and leadership. The episode also covers the intricate balance required to practice in both civilian and military settings, emphasizing the importance of flexibility, resourcefulness, and teamwork.


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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Introduction
02:57 - Military Medical Education Pathways
09:29 - Differences in Military and Civilian Medical Training
17:23 - Applying for ENT Residency in the Military
22:04 - Advice for Medical Students
23:16 - Military Medical Career Insights
28:36 - Military and Civilian Practices
31:19 - Leadership and Mentorship in Medicine
34:07 - Transitioning to Civilian Practice
42:44 - Final Thoughts and Reflections


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RESOURCES

Dr. Philip Gaudreau
https://health.usnews.com/doctors/phi...


Dr. Matthew Brigger
https://www.rchsd.org/doctors/matthew...


BackTable+ for ENT
https://plus.backtable.com/pages/ent


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