Ep96: Physician Community, Side Gigs, and Empowerment: Dr. Nisha Mehta’s Journey

Welcome back to the Finding Financial Freedom Podcast with Dr. Disha Spath. Today, we’re joined by Dr. Nisha Mehta, a radiologist, nationally recognized thought leader in physician finance, and founder of Physician Side Gigs—a thriving community of over 200,000 physicians.

In this episode, Dr. Nisha shares how she built Physician Side Gigs from the ground up, navigated the challenges of being a public figure, and leveraged her platform to create lasting change in the medical industry. She opens up about the realities of physician burnout, how to prevent it, and what it takes to channel momentum into meaningful industry transformation.

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Key Topics Covered:

1. From Radiologist to Industry Leader

How Dr. Nisha built Physician Side Gigs into a movement.

2. The Challenges of Social Media Influence

The trials and lessons of leading a large online community.

3. Navigating Burnout in Medicine

Identifying burnout early and strategies for prevention.

4. Driving Change in Your Industry

How to turn ideas into impactful action.

5. Overcoming the Struggles of Entrepreneurship

The financial and mental hurdles of building a business.

6. Managing Cash Flow During Economic Uncertainty

Practical solutions for physicians facing financial challenges.

7. The Future of Physician Side Gigs

What’s next for the community and Dr. Nisha’s mission.

Resources Mentioned:

• Physician Side Gigs

  
  

Listener Takeaways:

• How to balance clinical practice with entrepreneurship.

• Why burnout happens and how to prevent it.

• Steps to create meaningful change in your field.

• How to stay financially secure during economic downturns.

Connect with Us:

• Host: Dr. Disha Spath, The Frugal Physician

• Guests: Dr. Nisha Mehta, Founder, Physician Side Gigs

If you're a physician looking to take control of your career, finances, and future, this episode is a must-listen!

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