Life Beyond Medicine

I graduated from the Mayo Clinic in 1999, ready to conquer the world. As a family physician in Southern California, I loved practicing medicine, but something felt missing. Instead of making a real impact, I found myself drowning in paperwork. I began searching for ways to diversify my income and create more freedom in my life.

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In 2003, everything changed.

My 4-year-old son, Ryan, was diagnosed with autism. This isn’t a “woe is me” story—far from it. Ryan has incredible talents that I celebrate every day. But I realized something profound: I wanted to be there for him more, to nurture and love him fully. That meant being home more often—a lifestyle that working 60, 70, even 80 hours a week simply couldn’t provide.

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Determined to create a different life, I took a leap. I started my own online business, and within three years, I turned that passion into a 7-figure software company, which I successfully launched and sold. That experience opened doors I couldn’t have imagined. I went on to build a medical marketing company, a publishing business, and even found my way back to medicine—this time as the co-owner of multiple health practices in weight loss and wellness.

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The Power of Mentorship and Networking

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But I didn’t get here alone. Along the way, I was fortunate to learn from some of the top minds in the digital marketing world. I’ve always believed that “success leaves clues.” Just like aspiring surgeons study under the best in the operating room, I knew I needed to surround myself with those who had already paved the way. The same is true for personal growth, business, and beyond.

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If you want to achieve great things, don’t do it alone—find your mentors, embrace their wisdom, and let their success guide you to your own.