In this candid and deeply empowering episode, Dr. Svetlana Chamoun explores the complex, often invisible landscape of being a woman in medicine. From persistent pay and leadership gaps to emotional labor, microaggressions, and caregiving imbalances, this episode lays bare the unique burdens women physicians face every day — and how to rise above them.

Grounded in compelling data from Health Affairs, The Lancet, and JAMA, Dr. Chamoun offers more than just validation — she provides a blueprint for action. Learn how to advocate for yourself with power, find sponsors (not just mentors), set boundaries without guilt, and join a movement of women rewriting the rules of success in medicine. Through real stories, systemic insights, and heartfelt reflections, this episode is a powerful call to reclaim your worth — and protect your heart in the process.

Burnout is not just a physician wellness issue—it’s a crisis with public health consequences. In this visionary episode, Dr. Chamoun explains how burnout disproportionately affects women in medicine and ripples outward, influencing patient care, health equity, and cardiovascular outcomes.

Grounded in data from JAMA Internal Medicine, this episode highlights how combating burnout can save lives and restore trust in healthcare. Dr. Chamoun outlines systemic, organizational, and personal-level solutions—while inviting us to imagine a future where well-being and equity are at the heart of medicine.

This episode uncovers the often-overlooked cardiovascular consequences of chronic stress, especially among women physicians.

Dr. Svetlana Chamoun explores the physiological impact of emotional exhaustion, night shifts, and high-demand, low-control work environments—factors that disproportionately affect women in healthcare.

Citing powerful evidence from Circulation, JAMA, and Journal of Women’s Health, she lays out the link between burnout and heart disease, and offers five actionable, science-backed strategies to protect your cardiovascular health. A heartfelt call to slow down, reconnect, and listen to what your heart is telling you.

Why are so many women physicians burning out — and what can we do about it? In this powerful episode, Dr. Svetlana Chamoun explores the systemic, organizational, and personal barriers that prevent optimal wellness in medical environments.

With evidence-based insights and personal reflection, she offers a roadmap to creating healthier, more equitable workplaces for women in medicine.

In this episode of CardioSeeds, we delve into the challenges of balancing motherhood and a medical career, focusing on the crucial phases of maternity leave and returning to practice.

Many women physicians face inadequate support, unrealistic expectations, and systemic barriers during this pivotal time. We discuss the physical, emotional, and professional tolls of these challenges and offer actionable strategies for advocating for better maternity leave policies, setting boundaries, and easing the transition back to work.

Join us as we explore how to create a more supportive environment for physician mothers, ensuring their success and well-being in both career and family life.

In this episode of CardioSeeds, we tackle the pressing issue of gender-based harassment in medicine, an ongoing challenge that affects many women physicians.

From inappropriate comments to systemic discrimination, such experiences can lead to significant psychological distress, career dissatisfaction, and even early exits from the profession. We explore the prevalence of workplace harassment, its profound impact on mental health and career progression, and actionable steps to address and prevent it.

Tune in to learn how we can create safer, more supportive environments for women in medicine while driving meaningful change across the healthcare field.

In this episode of CardioSeeds, we confront the pervasive issue of pay inequality in medicine, focusing on the gender pay gap faced by women physicians.

Despite strides toward equality, studies reveal that women in medicine still earn significantly less than their male counterparts, even when factors like specialty and experience are accounted for.

This episode delves into the root causes of this disparity, explores its long-term impact on financial independence, and offers actionable strategies for advocating for equitable compensation.

Join us as we discuss how to empower women physicians to close the pay gap and foster a fairer healthcare landscape.

In this empowering episode of CardioSeeds, Dr. Svetlana Chamoun delves into the confidence gap and imposter syndrome many women physicians experience.

Drawing on research and personal insights, she uncovers the root causes of these challenges and their impact on professional growth and well-being. Through practical strategies, such as reframing self-doubt, seeking mentorship, and celebrating achievements, Dr. Chamoun inspires listeners to step into their power and embrace their value as leaders in medicine.

Tune in to reclaim your confidence and start closing the gap. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share!