Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC, Author at SurgeonMasters

10/14/2026 Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC

The Retirement Challenge Physicians Don’t See Coming

One of the biggest challenges physicians face when they leave clinical practice is feeling like they have lost their professional identity. After

10/07/2026 Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC

Changing Mindsets! Life improvement strategies for the surgeon who wants more … in 10 minutes – Episode 144

Pump the brakes on your week and take 10 minutes to make your life as a surgeon just a little better…Jeff welcomes to the podcast pediatrician, former

10/01/2026 Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC

Creating Space for Wellness with Connection

We recently had the opportunity to host biking and yoga at the OTA Annual Meeting for the 12th time! I look forward to these wellness activities every

09/23/2026 Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC

Surgeon Coaching Case Report: Navigating Uncertainty During a Partnership Transition

BackgroundA surgeon considering a partnership with a new organization was navigating significant uncertainty around overhead, contractual obligations,

09/16/2026 Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC

Finding Purpose! Life improvement strategies for the surgeon who wants more … in 10 minutes – Episode 143

Pump the brakes on your week and take 10 minutes to make your life as a surgeon just a little better…Jeff welcomes to the podcast Adeolu Adeboye, a

09/10/2026 Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC

Buddy Aid: Don’t Wait for a Crisis

September Is National Suicide Prevention Month - a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and encourage seeking help from (and offering help to) our

09/02/2026 Jeffrey Smith, MD, FACS, PCC

Who’s Your Battle Buddy?

What does it look like when things are going well?And what does it look like when we hit a rough patch?As physicians, we’re pretty good at recognizing