Beyond The Scope

I'm BACKKKK!!! It has been a whirlwind of a year, but its amazing how so much can change. In this episode I will take you through my highs and lows as a medical provider, burnout, covid, and how I struggled to find my identity outside of medicine..UNTIL NOW.  

Come chat with me on IG at @michele.theposhcoach or for more PA related content @michele.theposhpa. If you loved this episode give it a rating or sharing with a friend. 

In my first solo episode, I will take you through my own journey of becoming an oncology PA, the successes and challenges that I have faced, and how I am now creating my own path with The Posh PA. 

IG: @michele.theposhpa 

 Andrew Baker has worked in reconstructive plastic surgery, emergency medicine, and dermatology. Currently he practices full-time doing both in medical and surgical derm. Andrew has always had a passion for helping others and he's mentored and coached many PAs and colleagues who were troubled financially. This became a continued passion with a desire to learn more for these reasons he went back to school and graduated with the master's of business administration. This education further shaped Andrew's desire to learn more about the financial decision making and how it impacts the career of physician assistants. He started PA for Finance, a financial advisory company designed specifically for PAs in any phase.  Currently he works with pre-PAs, PA students, practicing PAs, and anyone else in the spectrum of the profession.

Andrew's website is: https://www.pa4finance.org

Andrew's social media: 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PA4Finance

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pa_4_finance

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/pa-4-finance

 I enjoyed speaking with Odell Miller on this episode.  Odell and I talk about his history in football as well as his decision to pursue a Doctorate in Physical Therapy.  

Odell Miller is a Doctor a Physical Therapy student at Midwestern University. He played division one football where he then had the opportunity to try out for two NFL teams. He owns two businesses and plans to open multiple clinics in the future. His goals are to motivate and inspire others through not only his words but actions. He documents his journey through YouTube video blogs as well as cool and inspiring content on social media (which I have seen and it's amazing). He loves meeting and connecting with new people and encourages everyone to reach out to him on social media at odellmiller25

Erich Fogg, PA-C has years of experience not only as a clinical PA, but as a leader and educator. In this episode, I ask him all the burning questions I get from pre-physician assistants as they navigate the PA school application process! We also learn about options for growth within the profession and how Erich balances life as a father and a PA. 

Jonathan Baker, PA-C practicing PA specializing in Anorectal Health within the LGBT community, and Samora Charles, PA-C founder of the PAs of Color, sat down with me to share their unique journeys into the PA profession. Both leaders in their respective communities, they share how breaking cultural barriers have inspired their connections with patients as well as the future of the PA profession. They remind us that we can always find community regardless of our differences.    Follow Jonathan @rectalrockstar on IG and Samora @sammiesupageek for more on their advocacy efforts and lives as PAs.  Do you have a question for Michele or want to make a podcast suggestion? Head to Beyond The Scope's Instagram page to send a message and get the latest on new episodes! To watch the video of this episode head to The Posh PA on Youtube! 

Dr. Emily Meyer, DDS and Dr. Louis Spear, DDS sat down with me to share all the information about having a career in dentistry. Emily, a pediatric dentist and Louis current oral and maxillofacial surgery resident share how they chose dentistry, their respective specialties, and how they make their marriage work as two busy health professionals. Most importantly, they share with us why they developed SpearSmile and how they are giving back to children in need.  Be sure to follow them at @spear_smile on IG for more!  Do you have a question for Michele or want to make a podcast suggestion? Head to Beyond The Scope's Instagram page to send a message and get the latest on new episodes! To watch the video of this episode head to The Posh PA on Youtube! 

Michele Neskey, PA-C the creator of Beyond the Scope and CEO of The Posh PA and here is a sneak peek into what you can expect from this podcast! Subscribe now so you don't miss a minute of what is to come! First episode releases May 1st 2020!