Why This Doctor Left U.S. Medicine for Canada | Burnout, Mental Health & Starting Over

Dr. Rob Beck shares his deeply personal journey from burnout in the U.S. healthcare system to building a more fulfilling medical career in Canada. In this episode, we explore physician mental health, the differences between American and Canadian healthcare, and the courage it takes to completely change your life. key topics: Physician burnout and mental health Differences between US and Canadian healthcare systems The process and challenges of emigrating as a physician Chapters 00:00 Introduction to HUMED and Dr. Rob Beck 02:00 Dr. Beck's Journey Through Medicine and Burnout 06:00 The Move to Canada: A New Beginning 09:59 Transitioning from a For-Profit to a Single-Payer System 16:01 The Impact of Prior Authorizations on Healthcare 21:51 Understanding Internal Medicine in Canada 28:54 Reflections on Pressure and Patient Care 32:01 Navigating Emotional Turmoil 33:51 The Importance of Patient Follow-Up 36:04 Mental Health Awareness in Medicine 39:57 Family Dynamics During Relocation 45:42 Cultural Differences and Personal Growth 49:44 Acknowledging Indigenous History 53:44 The Genesis of a Podcast Journey #Medicine #DoctorBurnout #PhysicianBurnout #MentalHealth #Healthcare #CanadianHealthcare #USHealthcare #DoctorLife #MedicalPodcast #HuMed #InternalMedicine #PhysicianWellness #HealthcareSystem #Podcast #MedEd