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BackTable / ENT / Podcast / Episode #214
Navigating ENT Careers in the Armed Forces
with Dr. Matthew Brigger and Dr. Philip Gaudreau
What does it take to become a physician in the military, and how does it differ from the civilian path? In this episode of Backtable ENT, Dr. Matthew Brigger and Dr. Philip Gaudreau, discuss their unique career paths in the Navy and how military service shaped their medical practices.
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BackTable, LLC (Producer). (2025, March 18). Ep. 214 – Navigating ENT Careers in the Armed Forces [Audio podcast]. Retrieved from https://www.backtable.com
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Podcast Contributors
Dr. Matthew Brigger
Dr. Matthew Brigger is the Division Chief of Pediatric Otolaryngology and professor at San Diego Children's Hospital.
Dr. Philip Gaudreau
Dr. Philip Gaudreau is a pediatric otolaryngologists and associate professor of surgery at the Uniformed Services University practicing at Naval Medical Center San Diego.
Dr. Gopi Shah
Dr. Gopi Shah is a pediatric otolaryngologist and the co-host of BackTable ENT.
Synopsis
Dr. Brigger, Division Chief of Pediatric Otolaryngology and professor at San Diego Children’s Hospital, and Dr. Gaudreau, pediatric otolaryngologist and associate professor of surgery at the Uniformed Services University practicing at Naval Medical Center San Diego, share their career paths from medical school to serving in the Navy. The conversation delves into the application processes for military and civilian medical schools, differences in training, and how military service instills a sense of purpose and leadership. The episode also covers the intricate balance required to practice in both civilian and military settings, emphasizing the importance of flexibility, resourcefulness, and teamwork.
Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
02:57 - Military Medical Education Pathways
09:29 - Differences in Military and Civilian Medical Training
17:23 - Applying for ENT Residency in the Military
22:04 - Advice for Medical Students
23:16 - Military Medical Career Insights
28:36 - Military and Civilian Practices
31:19 - Leadership and Mentorship in Medicine
34:07 - Transitioning to Civilian Practice
42:44 - Final Thoughts and Reflections
Resources
Dr. Philip Gaudreau
https://health.usnews.com/doctors/philip-gaudreau-807965
Dr. Matthew Brigger
https://www.rchsd.org/doctors/matthew-brigger-md-mph/
BackTable+ for ENT
https://plus.backtable.com/pages/ent
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