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BackTable / Urology / Podcast / Episode #224
A Urologist’s Journey Through Mental Health & Addiction
with Dr. Nishant Patel
Urology was recently named the most burned out specialty in the medical field – a title that we’re not particularly proud of. How can we better support ourselves and one another, and take real steps towards improving career satisfaction and mental health within our specialty? In this episode of the BackTable Urology Podcast, Dr. Nishant Patel, a urologist from San Diego bravely shares his personal struggles with depression, substance abuse, and suicidality with host Dr. Aditya Bagrodia; and how he overcame the lowest points in his career.
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BackTable, LLC (Producer). (2025, April 4). Ep. 224 – A Urologist’s Journey Through Mental Health & Addiction [Audio podcast]. Retrieved from https://www.backtable.com
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Podcast Contributors
Dr. Nishant Patel
Dr. Nishant Patel is a urologist from San Deigo, Califiornia.
Dr. Aditya Bagrodia
Dr. Aditya Bagrodia is an associate professor of urology and genitourinary oncology team leader at UC San Diego Health in California and adjunct professor of urology at UT Southwestern.
Synopsis
Dr. Patel details his journey from growing up in a small town in Arizona to becoming a successful urologist. He discusses the internal battles, external pressures, and pivotal moments that shaped his life and career. He then highlights the importance of peer support and introduces his new initiative, SafeHavenMD, a platform designed to provide confidential, peer-to-peer support for physicians dealing with mental health and substance abuse issues. This episode is a must-listen as it offers a raw and emotional insight into the often unseen challenges faced by medical professionals.
Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
03:29 - Early Signs of Alcoholism
03:56 - Medical School and Escalating Alcohol Use
05:43 - Journey to Sobriety
08:26 - Creating SafeHavenMD
19:40 - Personal Experience and Resources
20:20 - Handling Complications and Peer Support
21:47 - SafeHavenMD: An Overview
23:05 - Monitoring Programs and Confidentiality
24:19 - Disclosing Issues and Seeking Help
34:11 - Closing Message to the Audience
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