How a Root Canal Revealed My Purpose
“The practice, the burnout, the pivot, that’s all part of the curriculum. That's why.” - Dr. Sonia Chopra
In this deeply personal and reflective episode of The University of Why, host Dr. Sonia Chopra unpacks the “career bucket” of her life and how a misdiagnosed toothache, months of pain, and a long search for healing shaped her identity, career path, and deeper sense of purpose.
Sonia shares how her Indian-American upbringing, a life-altering dental experience, and burnout as a healthcare provider all played into her journey from clinician to educator to entrepreneur. She reveals the origin…
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