207. The Surgeon: Elizabeth Lieberman, MD, FAAOS

In this episode of Prescription for Success , host Dr. Randy Cook speaks with Dr. Elizabeth "Lizzie" Lieberman, an orthopedic surgeon specializing in adult reconstruction and a core faculty member at Oregon Health & Science University. Dr. Lieberman shares her journey into medicine, reflecting on her unconventional path—initially resistant to following in her father's (a urologist) footsteps before finding her passion in orthopedics. She discusses the challenges of entering medical school off the waitlist, the exhilaration of surgical rotations, and the pivotal moment she realized orthopedics was her calling. A significant portion of the conversation focuses on diversity in medicine, particularly the underrepresentation of women in orthopedic surgery. Dr. Lieberman, an advocate for inclusivity, highlights systemic biases and the importance of mentorship and early exposure to shift demographics. She also offers her "prescriptions for success," emphasizing a growth mindset, embracing discomfort, and the power of assuming good intent in professional interactions. Her insights serve as both inspiration and a roadmap for aspiring surgeons navigating similar challenges in medicine. -+=-+=-+=-+= Join the Conversation! We want to hear from you! Do you have additional thoughts about today's topic? Do you have your own Prescription for Success? Record a message on Speakpipe Unlock Bonus content and get the shows early on our Patreon

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207. The Surgeon: Elizabeth Lieberman, MD, FAAOS is an episode from Rx for Success Podcast by Rhonda Crowe.

This episode is 26:27 long.

This episode was published on May 12, 2025.

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