Doctors and Money Shame The Last Taboo

Why do doctors feel guilty about asking for more money? And why does the world seem to reinforce that guilt?

For too long,  as doctors, we have been conditioned to believe that medicine is a calling, not a career—that they should be grateful for what they have and never ask for more. But here’s the truth: knowing your value and charging accordingly is not greed—it’s self-respect.

In this episode, we’re breaking down:

• The cultural narratives that make doctors feel guilty about money
• How companies and organisations take advantage of doctors’ expertise for free
• Why other professionals aren’t shamed for making more—and why you shouldn’t be either
• How adopting a premium pricing and value-based strategy protects you from burnout and builds a sustainable career
• Practical steps to shift your mindset and start asking for what you deserve

Doctors, it’s time to stop undervaluing yourselves. The only people who shame you for asking for more are the ones benefiting from you asking for less.

 

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Don’t let money shame hold you back. Step into your true value today

 

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ABOUT THE HOST

Dr Abeyna Bubbers-Jones is a practising medical doctor and Founder of Medic Footprints: the global platform connecting doctors with diverse career opportunities beyond conventional medicine.

Her mission is to dramatically elevate health outcomes in the world by connecting 1 million doctors with diverse careers by 2030.

Continually exploring her own path off the medical treadmill, she has developed a wealth of expertise in specialist recruitment connecting industry & health tech companies with talented doctors, whilst supporting & coaching doctors in their own career development and wellbeing.

She is an award-winning entrepreneur, Consultant Occupational Health Physician, BBC Expert Voice, Public Speaker, Musician and not-so-good boulderer!