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Redoctoring
Redoctoring is a podcast for disillusioned and burnt out doctors aiming to expand and celebrate medicine beyond the traditional linear path.
Many doctors feel trapped, isolated and burdened by the reality of medicine in South Africa-sacrificing their humanity for the title. This show solves that by normalizing the many routes available to clinicians.
Guests will include a variety of people who specialised, pivoted or left the field.
Unlike other shows of its kind, it aims to vulnerably share…
Episodes
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How to Get Into Clinical Research as a Medical Doctor with Dr Rujeko Mashingaidze
In this episode, Dr Rujeko Mashingaize shares her journey from medical student to research scientist, highlighting the challenges and rewards of a career in…
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A Medical Degree Alone Won't Save You, Here's What Will
Is a medical degree enough to secure employment? Dr Diane examines why professional stability is no longer guaranteed in 2026.Many healthcare professionals…
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From Clinical to Non-Clinical: Dr Lethabo's Career Pivot
In this episode, Lethabo Hlongwane shares her experience navigating a career transition away from clinical medicine. We discuss the realities of moving out of…
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5 Things to Consider Before Quitting Clinical Medicine for Corporate
Dr. Diane shares insights on transitioning from clinical medicine to non-clinical roles, discussing income changes, job security, mental health, and…
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Balancing Career Truths and Medicine as a Concept
Dr. Diane shares her journey of stepping away from clinical medicine, navigating uncertainty, and rediscovering her passion and purpose outside traditional…
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After One Year of Redoctoring
Join Dr. Diane as she celebrates the first anniversary of Redoctoring, sharing the podcast's origin story, growth, key lessons, and future plans. A heartfelt…
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The Medical Mentorship Gap in South Africa with Dr Queen Ramoraswi
In this insightful interview, Dr. Queen Ramoraswi shares her journey in medicine, her multifaceted identity, and her pioneering work in mentorship and wellness…
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At the Core of Insurance Medicine with Dr Adil
In this episode, Dr. Diane interviews Dr. Adil, a medical professional who transitioned from clinical medicine to corporate insurance and research. They…
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The Path Forward When Everything's Uncertain
Dr. Diane explores how embracing the unknown and strategic networking can propel your career forward. She shares valuable resources like podcasts, LinkedIn…
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Choosing Hematopathology: Dr Samantha's Story
Join Dr. Diane as she interviews Dr. Samantha, a hematopathology registrar, to explore her journey into medicine, her insights into hematopathology, and the…
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How Moving Industries Changed My Perspective on Work and Well-Being
Dr. Diane shares her transition from clinical medicine to a corporate role, highlighting the lessons learned about self-care, seeking help, boundaries…
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The Evolution of Doctoring with Dr Samuel
In this episode, Dr. Diane interviews Dr. Samuel—a doctor who is actively navigating his career transition from clinical medicine to exploring entrepreneurial…
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When You Just Know: Dr Toni’s Path to Anaesthesiology
Join Dr Diane and her guest, Dr Toni, a registrar in anesthesiology, as they explore her journey through medical school, specialization choices, mental health…
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What if Your Work Ethic Is the Real Qualification?
“I survived medical school and worked as a doctor. I can do anything.” In this episode, we explore why a doctor’s greatest qualification may not be a title or…
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Diary of a Doctor: Love at the Bedside
Welcome my beautiful people to a new episode! In today’s episode we discuss the side of humanity that I got to witness in the hospital- love at the bedside…
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Lessons from Unemployment
Welcome my dear listener, let’s have a one to one chat… In today’s episode I reflect on finding purpose in the unexpected pause and share lessons for you to…
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Clinical yet creative with Dr Busi
In this episode, Dr. Diane sits down with Dr. Busi Kabane-Bailey, the Innovation Director at DG Mari Trust, to explore her unconventional journey from…
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When Medicine Meets Entreupreneurship with Dr Marshall Sithole
In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Diane interviews Dr. Marshall Sitole, an anesthetist and entrepreneur, about his journey in medicine and the…
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Let It All Work Out
Let it all work out… because it will. Welcome back my good people 🎉 Let’s get back with the program. In today’s episode, I give you a bit of a personal career…
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Crafting Your Path to Success with Sarah Osler
In this episode, Dr. Diane interviews Sarah Osler, a chiropractor turned clinician coach, who shares her unique career journey and insights on navigating…
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Planetary Health: A New Frontier in Medicine with Dr Natasha Lalloo
In this episode of Redoctoring, Dr. Diane speaks with Dr. Natasha Lalloo, a South African medical doctor who has redefined her career at the intersection of…
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Dr Singata’s Journey Beyond the Stethoscope
In this episode of Redoctoring, Dr. Diane engages in a heartfelt conversation with Dr. Tutula Singata about the diverse paths one can take in medicine. They…
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Navigating a Portfolio Career in Medicine with Dr Amy Collyer
In this episode of Redoctoring, Dr. Diane interviews Dr. Amy Collyer- a public health practitioner, emergency doctor, and health communicator. They discuss Dr…
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Redefining the Doctor's Role With Dr Tevarus Naicker
In this episode of Redoctoring, Dr. Tevarus Naicker, shares his journey from medical school to a career in public health and philanthropy. He discusses the…
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Aisha's Journey into Health Economics
In this episode, Dr. Diane speaks with Aisha, a former medical doctor who transitioned into health economics and public health. Aisha shares her journey from…
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Dr Nox Keli on Faith, Forensics and Leadership
In this episode, Dr. Diane welcomes Dr. Nox Keli, a forensic pathologist, to discuss her journey in medicine, the role of faith, and the importance of…
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Redoctoring Reloaded
Welcome to Season 2 of Redoctoring! I am so excited to chit chat with you on where I have been and what you can expect in this season. The main thing I have…
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Corporate Medicine: A Whole New World
I didn’t get the job — and honestly, I needed that. In this season finale of Redoctoring, I reflect on my recent interview for a corporate medical role that…
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The Hidden Skill Every Doctor Needs
We made it to double digits — Episode 10 is here! Today, we’re diving into something that completely changed the game for me: networking. I used to think…
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Essential but Unemployed - Rebranding the Crisis
The growing reality that even the most “essential” professionals in society are now unemployed. In this episode of Redoctoring, I’m saying the quiet part out…
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The F Word
Failure. The one thing we’re taught to fear in medicine — and the one thing we can’t escape. From med school struggles to post-comserve uncertainty, this…
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From Job to Journey: Rethinking Your Medical Career
Most of us were trained to do the job—save the life, finish the shift, survive the system. But what if we stopped to ask: is medicine just a job… or can it be…
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The Skillset You Forgot You Had
Have you ever questioned if all the years of studying, sleepless calls, and emotional exhaustion were even worth it? You’re not alone. In this episode, we’re…
RedoctoringIs Doctoring Your Whole Identity?
In this episode, we explore the silent identity crisis so many doctors face, especially during transitions, burnout, or time away from clinical work. I share…
RedoctoringDear Burnt-Out Doctor
Your heart races as you walk into the hospital. You cry while driving home. You wonder if you’re the only one who feels this way. This episode is for the…
RedoctoringThe Lie Of The Linear Path
What if your path as a doctor doesn’t have to be a straight line?” This episode unpacks the silent pressure to follow a rigid, linear journey through medicine…
RedoctoringThe Origin Story - How I Got Here
In this episode, I share how I became a doctor and what led me to start Redoctoring. From failing my 3rd year to my current reality, this is my honest origin…
RedoctoringThe Reality of Doctoring in SA
You’re not broken. You’re reacting to a system that’s failing you. In this episode, we unpack the brutal state of medicine in South Africa: doctor…