Physician, pediatrician, taking care of families to creating a magazine for physicians. Dr. Marlene Wust-Smith didn’t conform to cookie cutter hospital practices and has dedicated herself to changing medicine by using individual stories as examples to increase transparency in healthcare. Instead of being angry at people that were “doing their jobs” in the healthcare system she decided to control her own destiny. Such is life, it has a way of taking us through twists and turns; uncovering paths we never imagined. When those paths open, make the choice to do what best suits your passion and pursuits – as discussed by Dr. Marlene Wust-Smith in this episode of Licensed To Live.
Through modernizing medicine and increasing efficiency we can lose the human aspect. The heart of medicine lays in relationships, connections, and team cohesiveness. In Physician Outlook – the magazine founded by Dr. Marlene Wust Smith she uses advocacy to educate, increase transparency and peel back at the veil covering healthcare. Policy is a part of healthcare and has shaped the course of medicine through time. She describes becoming an “accidental activist” learning from grass roots efforts that serve to evoke change. Dr. Marlene Wust-Smith uses her experience as a doctor and Physician Outlook to give voice to the unheard stories in healthcare. Allowing doctors to be seen as “human” and hoping to decrease the marginalization across healthcare.
Dr. Marlene Wust-Smith’s advice is “never be afraid to try something new” and crave out time for yourself and family. Sometimes taking the road less traveled can lead to greater fulfillment in life. We can all use our experiences and talents to inspire, advocate, educate and stimulate change. What are you waiting for? The time is now.
Great content! Keep up the good work!