From Scapel to Screenplay: Your Current Chapter Isn’t Your Whole Story  with Urologist, Filmmaker, Author Dr. George Ellis

From Scapel to Screenplay: Your Current Chapter Isn’t Your Whole Story with Urologist, Filmmaker, Author Dr. George Ellis

Author: Dr. Brad Miller February 23, 2024 Duration: 49:02

Today, our guest is Dr. George F. Ellis. He is an American physician and urologic surgeon who has performed thousands of urologic procedures over his medical career. Dr. Ellis is also a writer and filmmaker. He runs his own film production company, Coronado Beach Productions, through which he has produced and funded several films.

In this episode, Dr. George Ellis discussed his volunteer medical work treating underserved patients. He also shared his passion for storytelling through filmmaking and how life transitions can impact health and diet.

Dr. Ellis discussed his ongoing volunteer work providing medical care to uninsured patients. He helped create clinics in Florida to improve access to primary care. Through this work, he treats various urological conditions, and patients express gratitude for the opportunity to receive treatment.

Having a positive attitude and hope can aid the healing process and treatment compliance. Dr. Ellis noted patients with good outlooks tend to have better medical outcomes. He shared an example of a patient who significantly improved after receiving medication.

Dr. George Ellis talks to Dr. Brad about their upcoming book "A Surgical Approach to Culinary Arts." Dr. Ellis and his son Adam drew parallels between their careers in medicine and cooking in this co-authored book. It includes diagrams of cow anatomy and recipes applying their combined expertise.

Dr. Ellis was able to find a new purpose and leverage his medical expertise creatively after retiring from his clinical practice. Through filmmaking and his cookbook collaboration with his son, he found ways to stay engaged with storytelling and education.

Successfully navigate a career change by pursuing new interests. Dr. George Ellis demonstrated the value of being open to new opportunities later in life rather than limiting oneself after a long career.

Episode 32 of Cancer And Comedy Podcasts is a must-listen for anyone searching for a story of transitioning to a new creative career after retiring and learning how to maintain your passion for helping others.

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CoronadoBeachProductions-dx1uy/videos

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-ellis-2123b836/


There's a particular kind of alchemy that happens when serious things meet sincere laughter, and that's the space where you'll find Cancer and Comedy: Helping Cancer Impacted People to Cope with Hope and Humor. Hosted by Dr. Brad Miller, this podcast emerged from a deeply personal place. Fresh into retirement after 43 years as a pastor, Brad received a prostate cancer diagnosis during the Christmas season of 2022. His instinctive reaction-to laugh as a way to keep from crying-sparked a mission. Each episode is built on the belief that those touched by cancer are not done living, and that facing the grim with a grin is a powerful form of resilience. You'll hear conversations that blend candid stories from the cancer journey with a genuine, often surprising, sense of humor. It’s not about dismissing the difficulty, but about discovering pockets of light and levity within it. Brad brings his unique perspective as both a longtime spiritual guide and a current patient, creating dialogues that are as educational about mental and physical wellness as they are uplifting. This isn't a lecture; it's a companionable audio experience for anyone seeking to fortify their spirit with hope and an honest, sometimes healing, laugh. Tune in for a podcast that redefines strength, proving that coping can be a creative, and even comedic, act of self-improvement.
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