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 • 27 episodes
Why Did I Become A Doctor South Africa
Latest Episodes
Reality of Being a Dentist: Burnout, Success & Mental Health After 45 Years | Dr. Norman Cahi
Dr. Norman Cahi has been called the "dentist to the stars" - but his 45-year journey in dentistry tells a much deeper story than the glamorous Instagram posts suggest.From practising without gloves in the 1980s to pioneering teeth white...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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Doctor + Lawyer + Cannabis Prescriber: Dr. Navin Naidoo's Extraordinary Journey
Dr. Navin Naidoo is a medical doctor, qualified lawyer, and medicinal cannabis prescriber practising in Australia. His journey spans three countries, multiple careers, and a relentless pursuit of patient advocacy.In this episode, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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The Dentist Who Never Wanted to Be One: Dr. Alasdair McKelvie's Remarkable Journey
This is a conversation I never expected to have such emotional weight.Dr. Alasdair McKelvie has been the voice of reason for thousands of South African dentists facing their most difficult professional moments. As Head of Dental Services...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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The Village Boy Who Became a Trauma Surgeon: Dr Lerumo Motla's Journey
Dr Lerumo Motla's path from rural Limpopo to becoming a specialist trauma surgeon is a story of resilience, unexpected turns, and the healing power of medicine. In this medical career interview, we explore surgical training, trauma surgery, and...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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Dr Mary Dawjee: From Dental School Dropout to Holistic Dentistry Pioneer
Dr Mary Dawjee, daughter of the legendary Prof Dawjee, shares her transformative journey from repeatedly quitting dental school to pioneering holistic dentistry in Cape Town. In this candid conversation, she reveals how a life-threatening burno...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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