In this episode of Out of Network, Dr. Ryon Parker and Dr. Rishi Seth dive into their personal journeys from traditional medicine to concierge practice—exploring the realities of America's healthcare system, what drove them to seek alternatives, and how personal struggles shaped them into better physicians. With a mix of bold truths, real stories, and evidence-based insights, this conversation sheds light on the hidden challenges of medical training, the burnout crisis in healthcare, and how concierge medicine offers a path to meaningful patient relationships.

What You'll Learn
• How attending offshore medical schools can create insecurity that ultimately drives excellence
• Why traditional medical education fails to prepare doctors for real-world practice challenges
• How personal trauma and loss can transform physicians into more compassionate caregivers

Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction and meeting anniversary reflection
03:15 – Dr. Seth's journey from finance to medicine in Canada
10:42 – The Caribbean medical school experience and overcoming insecurity
18:30 – Dr. Parker's coming-out story and small-town Nebraska roots
24:30 – Residency experiences and the gap in "real medicine" training
32:15 – Hospitalist life: 16 patients, 7 days, complex cases
38:45 – The ethics committee and goals of care conversations
42:20 – Dr. Seth's mother's cancer journey and the inspiration for concierge medicine
48:10 – Financial fears and sacrifices of starting a practice
52:30 – Dr. Parker's transition from Lifetime Fitness to independent practice
56:45 – Structured MD consulting and helping other physicians transition
58:55 – Closing thoughts on treating patients like family

Resources & Links Mentioned
Seth Premier Medical: https://sethmedical.com/
Parker Medical: https://parkermedical.org/

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Connect with the Hosts
Dr. Ryon Parker → https://www.instagram.com/dr.ryonparker/
Dr. Rishi Seth → https://www.instagram.com/drrishiseth/

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