Inside the OR: Leadership, Burnout, and Building Better Teams in Medicine

Burnout is one of the greatest threats facing modern medicine—but real solutions begin with honest conversations and courageous leadership.

In this episode of Wellness at the Speed of Light, Dr. Stefano Sinicropi sits down with Dr. Marc Moisi, Director of Neurosurgery at Hurley Medical Center and Assistant Professor at Michigan State University, to explore the emotional, physical, and cultural challenges facing today’s surgeons.

From the realities of the Flint water crisis to practicing event medicine at IndyCar races, Dr. Moisi shares raw insights on emotional regulation in surgery, the pressures of 24/7 availability, and the future of AI in medicine. If you're looking for substance, strategy, and a vision for more human-centered healthcare—this conversation delivers.

🧠 What You’ll Learn:

• The deep impact of the Flint water crisis on community and care

• Why self-regulation is critical for surgical success

• The emotional highs and lows of being a physician

• Real-world perspectives on burnout and work-life integration

• How AI and tech could shape the future of medicine

⏱️ Timestamps:

[00:00] Episode Preview [00:28] Introduction to Dr. Marc Moisi [02:01] The Flint water crisis [03:43] Challenges in healthcare policy [06:35] Event medicine and IndyCar racing [09:08] The importance of self-regulation in surgery [13:31] The emotional rollercoaster of medicine [13:57] The 24/7 commitment of surgeons [15:18] Incorporating family into medical life [16:24] Addressing burnout in healthcare [20:49] The future of medicine: AI and technology [25:01] Concluding thoughts and future discussions

🔗 Connect with Us:

Follow Dr. Marc Moisi on LinkedIn Learn more about Dr. Stefano Sinicropi:  Subscribe to Wellness at the Speed of Light for weekly insights on wellness, performance, and innovation in medicine.