72. Physician and Wilderness Medicine Entrepreneur with Ben Mattingly MD

72. Physician and Wilderness Medicine Entrepreneur with Ben Mattingly MD

Author: Dike Drummond MD August 30, 2023 Duration: 29:55

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If you're looking to build a medical career on your own terms, Dr. Ben Mattingly's story is a life-changing inspiration.


I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Mattingly, the founder and chief explorer at Wild Med Adventures. He is a shining example of a free-agent physician who made the decision to follow his passion and purpose in medicine.


A father at age 16, he was determined to become a physician and raise a family. He tapped his passion for the outdoors by founding a Wilderness Medicine Fellowship and then Wild Med Adventures wilderness CME experiences for physicians. He has hosted wilderness trips on every continent at this point – see the map below. Along the way, he took control of his ER career via the schedule freedom of Locum Tenens and moved his family back to his hometown in Kentucky.


Pursuing a career in medicine does not necessarily limit one's options. There are numerous possibilities and specialties to explore. Hear his whole story and learn how to live on the positive side of things and pursue your passions as a physician.


“I feel like if you're in a toxic work environment, I think you have to have that leap of faith that you've done your due diligence to have a different opportunity and be successful at it.” - Ben Mattingly MD


 




 


Episode highlights:


  • Becoming a young father and choosing a career path

  • From ER doc to wilderness medicine

  • Motivation, self confidence, making choices, and taking control

  • What’s coming up for Wild Med Adventures

 


Resources: Where has Wild Med Adventures Been: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1mAXxAVrPIMI1DZmAYIr1SxdG_5A&femb=1&ll=-3.81666561775622e-14%2C-84.06324816562483&z=1


 


Connect with Dr. Mattingly: Wild Med Adventures https://www.wildmedadventures.com/ Facebook http://www.facebook.com/wildmedadventures LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-mattingly-md-fawm-249029b4?trk=nav_responsive_tab_profile_pic Instagram http://www.instagram.com/wildmedadventures YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEGeQekNIyGb4IiUNqHCleA Twitter: http://twitter.com/WildMedAdvent


 


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Dike Drummond MD hosts Stop Physician Burnout: Physician Leadership Skills To Help Us Lead The Charge To Physician Wellness, drawing directly from his work with over 40,000 physicians since founding TheHappyMD.com. This isn't a theoretical discussion; it's a resource built on frontline coaching experience, offering concrete tools for doctors who feel the strain of modern practice. The focus is on actionable leadership skills that serve a dual purpose: fostering personal resilience and creating systemic change. You'll hear strategies designed to build genuine influence with hospital administrators, cultivate trust among colleagues, and implement sustainable wellness frameworks. The conversation operates on three interconnected levels-individual well-being, team dynamics, and organizational culture. Each episode breaks down a specific, proven technique or shift in awareness that physicians can apply immediately, moving beyond simply identifying problems to actively leading solutions. The tone is pragmatic and empathetic, recognizing the unique pressures of medical careers while providing a clear path forward. Tune into this podcast for a grounded, experience-driven guide to reclaiming professional satisfaction and driving the movement toward a healthier medical community from the inside out.
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