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#44: What It Really Takes to Become a Heart Surgeon | Dr. Bobby Yanagawa:
08.04.2026 | 1 godz. 6 min.
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Dr. Bobby Yanagawa was rejected from medical school twice. He almost didn't take his own father to the hospital during a heart attack when he was younger. Today he's a cardiac surgeon, Division Head at St. Michael's Hospital in Toronto, and he thinks about his surgical failures and how he can improve every single day.

In this episode, Dr. Hoeflinger and Kevin Hoeflinger talk with Dr. Bobby Yanagawa about what it really takes to become a heart surgeon: the training, the pressure, the losses, and the warning signs of heart disease most people completely ignore.

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#43: A Pediatric Doctor's Rule for Medicine & Life | Dr. Paul Tran
15.02.2026 | 41 min.
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Link to our free webinar event on Navigating Difficult Conversations in Medicine: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DQmaM49f4/

Dr. Paul Tran is a pediatric gastroenterologist, father of three, and a thoughtful voice in medical education. In this conversation, Paul opens up about a defining moment during his first year of fellowship that changed how he views medical training, mentorship, and what it really means to treat someone as a colleague.

We talk about how he explains scary procedures to kids, why medical training can be dehumanizing in a field built on human health, his decision to go part-time clinical to tour medical schools across the country with his family, and the mindset shift he thinks can make a major difference for anyone.

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#42: What Should You Do If You Have Back Pain? Neurosurgeon Explains
25.01.2026 | 24 min.
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Back pain is incredibly common, and it can be scary when you don’t know what’s causing it or what to do next. If you’re dealing with back pain right now, you may be wondering what it means, what you should do first, and whether you need imaging, treatment, or surgery.

In this episode, Dr. Brian Hoeflinger, a board-certified neurosurgeon, and his son Kevin break down back pain in clear, plain language. They discuss the most common causes of back pain, how to tell when symptoms are more serious, what actually helps early on, and when it’s time to seek medical care, all with the goal of reducing fear and helping you make informed decisions.
#41: What Residency Is Really Like | Dr. Kamran Tate
20.09.2025 | 35 min.
Residency is one of the most challenging, and defining, stages of becoming a doctor. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Kamran Tate, a second-year internal medicine resident, to hear what life is really like on the frontlines of medicine. From the steep learning curve of day one to balancing 12-hour shifts, navigating the ICU, and relying on the wisdom of nurses and mentors, Dr. Tate shares the unfiltered reality behind the white coat. We also dive into the mindset it takes to survive residency , from stoicism and mindfulness to finding humor in the chaos. Dr. Tate opens up about social media as a creative outlet, the misconceptions people have about doctors, and how medicine has shaped his outlook on life. Whether you’re a medical student, considering healthcare, or just curious about the human side of medicine, this conversation offers insight, honesty, and inspiration.
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#40: What is Rucking, Why I Started Rucking, & Why You Should Walk More
11.09.2025 | 21 min.
Dr. Brian Hoeflinger and Kevin Hoeflinger explore the science and practice of rucking, walking with added weight, as a joint-friendly way to boost cardiovascular health, build strength, and increase resilience. They share how rucking compares to running and walking, practical steps to get started safely, and the surprising benefits for muscle, mood, and longevity. This episode provides actionable strategies for making walking and rucking part of a sustainable fitness routine at any age. Check out my free newsletter
https://pages.doctorhoeflinger.com/ Each week, I simplify the world of health, medicine, and fitness using my 26 years of experience as a board-certified neurosurgeon. Check out all of my links: https://linktr.ee/doctorhoeflinger Opinions represented on this channel are my own, and do not reflect those of my employer. Nothing posted on this channel is medical advice.

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The Dr. Hoeflinger Podcast helps you make smarter decisions in everyday life, without the jargon, fear, or hype, so you can live healthier and more intentionally.Hosted by Dr. Brian Hoeflinger, a board-certified neurosurgeon with 26+ years of experience, and his son, Kevin, the show breaks down complex topics in plain English: longevity, memory, sleep, back and neck pain, injury prevention, alcohol’s impact, exercise, and more. Kevin keeps things practical and relatable, asking the questions you’d ask at the dinner table and turning insights into simple steps you can use right away.Expect evidence-based education, powerful personal stories, and behind-the-scenes perspective from medicine, plus thoughtful conversations about resilience, meaning, and what adversity can teach us about living well, both one-on-one and with incredible guests.Dr. Hoeflinger's Free Newsletterhttps://pages.doctorhoeflinger.com/Dr. Hoeflinger's BookThe Night He Died: The Harsh Reality of Teenage Drinkinghttps://doctorhoeflinger.com/products/the-night-he-died-the-harsh-reality-of-teenage-drinkingDr. Hoeflinger's linkshttps://linktr.ee/brianhoeflingerContact [email protected]

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