Guest Name: Dr. Brett Cordes
Instagram & Facebook: the.burnoutdoc
SummaryIn this compelling episode of Poddin’ My Noggin, host C.K. Simms sits down with Dr. Brett Cordes, an ENT surgeon and cancer survivor whose journey through addiction and recovery led him to a new purpose—supporting physicians as a life coach. Dr. Cordes opens up about the intense pressures he faced from an early age, the life-altering impact of a cancer diagnosis at 19, and how his struggle with opioid addiction emerged from a place of pain and powerlessness. He speaks candidly about the stigma of addiction within the medical community and the crucial need for mental health support among healthcare professionals. His transformation into a life coach is driven by a powerful mission: to help others heal, grow, and reclaim purpose in their lives.
Takeaways
- Doctors often face immense pressure and expectations.
- Brett's childhood shaped his drive for success.
- Cancer diagnosis at 19 changed Brett's life trajectory.
- The experience of addiction can stem from feelings of powerlessness.
- Rehabilitation is a crucial step in recovery from addiction.
- Life coaching can provide support for physicians facing burnout.
- Brett's journey highlights the stigma surrounding addiction.
- Understanding the medical community's struggles is essential for support.
- Brett's transition to life coaching is a way to give back.
- Empathy and vulnerability are key in helping others.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Brett Cordes
02:07 Brett's Early Life and Family Background
05:42 The Cancer Diagnosis and Its Impact
10:26 Understanding Stem Cell Treatment
15:52 Choosing a Medical Specialty: The Path to ENT
17:47 The First Encounter with Opioids
19:29 The Descent into Addiction
29:14 The Moment of Realization and Consequences
32:24 The Weight of Labels and Stigma
34:48 Rehabilitation and the Journey to Recovery
38:13 Relapse and the Path Forward
42:36 Transitioning from Medicine to Life Coaching
48:48 Addressing Burnout in Physicians
55:23 Life After Recovery and Future Goals
Keywords
#addictionrecovery #burnoutsupport #cancersurvivor #doctorburnout #doctorhealing #doctorsmentalhealth #empowerment #entdoctor #healingjourney #healthcareheroes #inspirationalstories #lifeafteraddiction #lifecoachforphysicians #mentalhealthawareness #mindfulmedicine #opioidcrisis #overcomingaddiction #physicianburnout #physicianwellness #podcastforchange #podcastinterview #purposefulhealing #recoveryjourney #resilience #selfdiscovery #stigmasurroundingaddiction #survivorstories #traumarecovery #vulnerabilityisstrength #wellnessjourney
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