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September 3, 2025 19 mins

A Conversation with Dr. Jag Bhawan: Career, Challenges, and Lifelong Learning in Dermatopathology

In this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Dr. Jag Bhawan, a distinguished dermatopathologist from Boston University School of Medicine, shares his journey and accomplishments in the field. Dr. Bhawan recounts a significant anecdote from his early career, emphasizing the importance of maintaining an open mind, the value of perseverance, and the necessity of clinical-pathological correlation. He also discusses the inevitability of errors in medicine and the importance of owning up to mistakes. Additionally, Dr. Bhawan offers advice on achieving a work-life balance, the influence of serendipity in career success, and the enduring value of mentorship.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

01:41 Early Career Challenges and Anecdotes

05:49 The Importance of Open-Mindedness in Medicine

09:19 Handling Mistakes and Learning from Them

13:00 Career Advice and Work-Life Balance

17:13 Final Thoughts and Gratitude

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