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The Resting Stitch Face Podcast

The Resting Stitch Face Podcast

By: Dr. Erin Sheffield Dr. Sarah Harding
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Join Dr. Erin Sheffield and Dr. Sarah Harding, two Oral Maxillofacial Surgeons with busy practices and even busier lives, as they peel back the surgical drapes and get real about the joys and challenges of being women in medicine. From career pivots to parenting, friendships to failure, and burnout to boundary-setting, nothing is off limits! We talk about what it's really like behind the surgical mask and why we all need a room of our own. Because surgery is hard...but life can be harder.2025 Biographies & Memoirs Hygiene & Healthy Living Social Sciences
Episodes
  • How One Doctor Used Locum Tenens to Transform Her Life & Travel the World w/ Dr. Genevieve Jacobs
    Mar 19 2026

    Most doctors dream of freedom, imagine traveling, taking time off, and jumping into new adventures whenever you want.

    Join us on this episode as we dive into the fascinating world of locum tenens, travel medicine, and mountain adventures, featuring Dr. Genevieve Jacobs, a PM&R physician and avid explorer currently training for Mount Everest base camp. Discover how flexible medical careers can support big dreams, and get insider tips on navigating locum work, licensure, and negotiating like a pro.

    Meet a true nomad in medicine who's traveled from Baltimore to the mountains of Montana, using locum tenens to break free from the traditional 9-to-5 grind. Genevieve discusses building her consulting business, helping doctors leverage locum work for travel and entrepreneurial pursuits, and how to negotiate everything from housing to overtime pay. She demystifies the inner workings of locum agencies, the power of networking, and how to maximize your earning potential while avoiding common pitfalls like undervaluing your worth.

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    55 mins
  • Women in Oral Surgery Breaking Barriers with Dr. Sumi Yalamanchilli
    Mar 12 2026

    Most women in dentistry and oral surgery don't realize how much a supportive community can transform their career and their life. Dr. Sumi Yalamanchilli reveals how stepping back from hustle culture, embracing vulnerability, and aligning your practice with your true self can create more fulfillment, freedom, and impact. In this heartfelt episode, Sumi shares her unconventional journey balancing a busy private practice, motherhood, and personal growth, showing that success doesn't have to mean sacrificing your mental health or family. Discover how letting go of perfection, shedding armor built from years of pressure, and trusting your community can lead you to an authentic, empowered life.

    This episode is perfect for dental professionals, women in medicine, and anyone feeling caught in the hustle but craving authenticity and balance. If you're ready to shed the armor, cultivate confidence, and live true to yourself, this conversation will inspire you to trust your instincts and your community to create the life you love.

    Grab Dr. Sumi's book - https://a.co/d/001B7TAc

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    51 mins
  • The Hidden Realities of Board Certification
    Mar 5 2026

    In this episode, Dr. Erin Sheffield and Dr. Sarah Harding discuss the challenges and emotional toll of board exams in the dental and oral surgery fields. They share personal experiences, study strategies, and the systemic issues surrounding board certification, including the pressures of patient dynamics and the need for diversity in leadership roles within the profession.

    Takeaways

    • Board exams are often seen as a professional hazing ritual.
    • The process of finding patients for board exams can be stressful and ethically questionable.
    • Many students experience burnout during board preparation.
    • The oral surgery boards have different requirements compared to other specialties.
    • The emotional toll of board exams can linger long after completion.
    • Confidence plays a crucial role in performing well on board exams.
    • Study groups and collaboration can enhance understanding and retention of material.
    • The board certification process can feel like a money grab rather than a true measure of competency.
    • Diversity and inclusion in leadership roles are essential for the future of the profession.
    • The evolving nature of board recertification is a positive change for practitioners.

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    40 mins
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