Episode Details

Full Podcast Title: “From Dog Bite to Manhattan Surgeon, Double Fellowship, The Perfect Mix of Private Practice & Academia”

Questions:

How many training sessions does it take to get on? (00:04)

What time do you work out then? (00:39)

What's on the plate for today? (01:06)

What's your go-to lunch? (02:15)

What age were you when you finally finished all your training? (03:21)

Which fellowship was your favorite? (04:44)

Why did you transition to private practice? (07:53)

What cases do you perform in your office? (09:56)

Do you bring in an anesthesiologist or work with a group? (10:33)

Do you work on weekends? (11:14)

How did you start your own practice? Where did you get the knowledge, staff, and office? (13:15)

What inspired you to pursue surgery? What’s the story of the dog bite on your lip? (20:32)

Was Bellevue not high on your residency list? Why did you choose Alabama? (24:10)

How often do you visit Alabama, and how was your time there? (25:59)

What does Dr. Hanna do on weekends outside of work? (30:01)

Where do you see yourself in the future? Expanding your practice? (36:44)

What’s your favorite surgery to perform? (42:03)

What’s your go-to hobby outside of medicine and working out? (47:40)

What’s your favorite watch and the next one you have your eye on? (48:03)

Do you have a car in the city? What kind of car do you drive? (50:31)

Quotes & Wisdom:

“If you can get the day-to-day diet under control, that’s 50% of the battle right there.” (02:15)

“A very tight, consistent schedule—that’s how I run.” (31:13)

“If you see yourself as a product, you want to put certain ingredients into yourself. If you just put the same ingredients as everyone else, then you don’t have anything special to offer.” (25:48)

“Private practice is hard, but it’s a lot of fun. You’re creating something of your own—the operating room, the staff, the culture of how you communicate with people.” (09:36)

“The most important decision in life is who you marry. But an even more important decision might be who you partner with.” (38:26)

“It’s about relationships. You build trust with authorized dealers, just like with people in life.” (46:29)

“Sometimes you don’t know where to begin, but it can seem insurmountable until you just do it.” (13:15)

“If I could go back, I’d probably take two months off and just travel in Europe.” (40:28)

“You can return to academics later, but you’ll bring something more to the institution—a practice, knowledge, and connections.” (35:17)

“You’re not just providing surgery. You’re creating an experience—how the office looks, how the staff interacts, the branding, the culture.” (34:55)

Now available on:

- Dr. Gallagher’s Podcast & YouTube Channel

- Dose of Dental Podcast #114

Watch in this episode = Jack Mason Halyard Chrono

Dr. Hanna’s Watch = Patek Philippe Nautilus 5066A

12.2024

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