In this episode, Tim Ulbrich chats with Anisha Patel, host of the Pharmacist Diaries podcast, about her journey through pharmacy, entrepreneurship, and personal growth, including her work at Oxford and Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, and how launching her podcast during the pandemic opened new opportunities.
Summary
In this episode, Tim Ulbrich, YFP Co-Founder, is joined by Anisha Patel, host of the Pharmacist Diaries podcast, to discuss her inspiring journey through pharmacy, entrepreneurship, and personal growth.
Anisha’s story spans from growing up in a family of independent pharmacists in the UK to working at Oxford University Hospitals and Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi. She also shares how she launched her podcast during the pandemic, which has since grown into a global platform. In this conversation, Tim and Anisha dive into the power of storytelling in healthcare, the intersection of entrepreneurship and pharmacy, and how embracing non-traditional career paths can open doors to new opportunities.
About Today's Guest
Anisha Patel is a paediatric pharmacist turned podcaster and digital creator who's passionate about showcasing the limitless possibilities within healthcare careers. Through her podcast "The Pharmacist Diaries" (174+ episodes strong!), she shares stories of innovative pharmacists worldwide while building a community that breaks free from traditional career moulds.
After 14 years in clinical practice, including stints as the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix pharmacist and working in emergency services in the UAE, Anisha has embraced entrepreneurship to help other healthcare professionals find their voice through podcasting. When she's not recording episodes or coaching aspiring podcasters, you'll find Anisha planning global adventures with her family or sharing insights about designing a life of impact and freedom.
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