Why Did I Become A Doctor South Africa
Why Did I Become A Doctor - Real Stories from Professionals Who Chose Their Path
Honest conversations about career, calling, and life choices. Unfiltered journeys of doctors, dentists, nurses, engineers, accountants, and professionals across South Africa and beyond.
In-depth interviews exploring professional pressures, burnout, career pivots, mental health, and the moments that made people question their calling.
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Why Did I Become A Doctor South Africa
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, Dr. Naidoo shares:
- His childhood in apartheid-era Laudium, Pretoria, and losing vision in one eye at age 13
- Why he pursued both medical and law degrees whilst running a GP practice
- Navigating diamond mining operations in South Africa's Northwest Province
- Relocating his family to Australia after death threats and safety concerns
- Fighting vexatious AHPRA complaints and institutional bullying in healthcare
- How one dementia patient's response to CBD oil changed his career trajectory
- Establishing M-Powered Medical Monitoring, a medicinal cannabis clinic in Gympie, Queensland
- The science of cannabinoids, terpenes, and proper cannabis administration
- Why he believes every doctor should study law for self-protection
Key Topics: Medical-legal practice, AHPRA regulatory challenges, whistleblower protections, harm reduction prescribing, cannabis misuse disorder vs therapeutic use, international cannabis regulations, emergency medicine, and medical ethics.
About the Guest: Dr. Naidoo qualified from the University of Pretoria (1994), earned his LLB, completed pupillage at the Pretoria Bar, and is a Fellow of the Australasian College of Legal Medicine. He currently works as an emergency medicine consultant and cannabis prescriber in Queensland, Australia.
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or legal advice.
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