Why Did I Become A Doctor South Africa
We speak to healthcare professionals to find out how, where, and why they got into their field.
Podcasting since 2024 • 12 episodes
Why Did I Become A Doctor South Africa
Latest Episodes
Reflections: 10 Episodes, Lessons Learned, and What's Next
In this episode of "Why Did I Become a Doctor South Africa," Yash goes solo, sharing personal reflections and meaningful insights gained after recording the first ten episodes of the podcast. From memorable guests to impactful stories, he discu...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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40:05
From Umlazi to the UK to the USA: Dr Nondumiso Makhunga-Stevenson - The Ubuntu Doctor Coach
We sit down with the remarkable Dr Nondumiso Makhunga-Stevenson, a medical doctor who has worked across South Africa, the UK, and the US. Dr Makhunga-Stevenson shares her journey from growing up in Umlazi, Durban, to navigating the challenges o...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:51:57
Black, Gay & Almost a Vet! From Humble Beginnings to Living the Good Life with Dr Leero Majority
From almost becoming a veterinarian to carving out a career in healthcare, Dr Leero Majority’s journey has been anything but conventional. In this raw and honest conversation, he opens up about his humble beginnin...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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2:08:32
Becoming a Dentist in South Africa - Dr Günther Streit - From "Poverty" to Olympic Dreams to PhD
In this episode of Why Did I Become a Doctor South Africa, Dr Yash Naidoo interviews his dental school classmate and friend, Dr Günther Streit. As the first German speaker and first Namibian guest on the podcast, Dr Streit shares his extraordin...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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1:52:49
The Engineer Driving a New Car Weekly - Amith Gosai on Blogs, Business & Reeva Steenkamp’s Kindness
This episode is a bit different—our guest isn’t a healthcare worker, but his story is equally inspiring!Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of Amith Gosai (@amg133), the engineer and automotive enthusiast who drives a new car ...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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1:15:09
