Faith in the Dots

From Military Life to Medicine: Journey Through Residency, Motherhood & More with Ciara Castagno

In today’s episode, I am sitting down with Ciara as she shares her family’s journey through the world of medicine, including navigating her husband’s path into medicine as a second career, balancing military life, and the unexpected challenges that come with residency. We dive into the decision to switch residency programs, what that looked like as a couple, and the emotions that come with making big life changes during medical training. We also talk about Ciara’s own career, finding identity outside of being a physician spouse, raising a family, motherhood, and the reality of balancing mom life with the demands of medicine. Join the conversation with us! I am so glad you're here 🫶🏻 Apply to be on the podcast |  https://forms.gle/JzRPXWi1fb4H2vLy7 [https://forms.gle/JzRPXWi1fb4H2vLy7] UPSIDE APP | https://upside.app.link/cf39NBorXxb [https://upside.app.link/cf39NBorXxb] USE CODE: MORGAN45393 PODCAST MERCH| https://www.bonfire.com/life-of-a-dr-wife/ [https://www.bonfire.com/life-of-a-dr-wife/]MY LTK |  https://www.shopltk.com/explore/Lifeofadrwife?tab=posts [https://www.shopltk.com/explore/Lifeofadrwife?tab=posts]COMFRT |  https://comfrt.com/MORGAN1123 [https://comfrt.com/MORGAN1123]MONARCH |  https://www.monarch.com/referral?r_source=copy&code=vbxf53xf27 [https://www.monarch.com/referral?r_source=copy&code=vbxf53xf27]FABLETICS SCRUBS | https://www.fabletics.com/?irclickid=SnAWKDx8rxyZTA3TnI3Wn3kcUkuya5UVR0cAVI0&irgwc=1&afsrc=1&utm_medium=influencers&utm_source=impact&utm_campaign=flwomen&irmp=FLW001 [https://www.fabletics.com/?irclickid=SnAWKDx8rxyZTA3TnI3Wn3kcUkuya5UVR0cAVI0&irgwc=1&afsrc=1&utm_medium=influencers&utm_source=impact&utm_campaign=flwomen&irmp=FLW001]Follow the Life of a Dr Wife: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/lifeofadrwife [https://www.instagram.com/lifeofadrwife]Tik Tok | https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeofadrwife [https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeofadrwife] Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573291431207 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573291431207] Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCwzHHkRBz6XuzEfKZW36SHRG6x3askHk [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCwzHHkRBz6XuzEfKZW36SHRG6x3askHk] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2608281/support]

What We Wish We Knew in Med School: Financials & Student Loans

In today's episode, I am sitting down to talk about the one part of the medical journey that can feel overwhelming... finances & student loans!  We dive into what happens after graduation, navigating repayment options, understanding income-driven repayment plans, programs like PSLF, loan assistance resources, and the reality of managing debt during residency. We’ll talk about the things we wish we understood sooner, how to approach your loans with a plan, and why financial conversations are such an important part of the medicine journey. Whether you’re a medical student, resident, spouse, or someone trying to understand the financial side of higher education, this episode is for you. I’m so glad you’re here 🫶🏻 Apply to be on the podcast |  https://forms.gle/JzRPXWi1fb4H2vLy7 [https://forms.gle/JzRPXWi1fb4H2vLy7] UPSIDE APP | https://upside.app.link/cf39NBorXxb [https://upside.app.link/cf39NBorXxb] USE CODE: MORGAN45393 PODCAST MERCH| https://www.bonfire.com/life-of-a-dr-wife/ [https://www.bonfire.com/life-of-a-dr-wife/]MY LTK |  https://www.shopltk.com/explore/Lifeofadrwife?tab=posts [https://www.shopltk.com/explore/Lifeofadrwife?tab=posts]COMFRT |  https://comfrt.com/MORGAN1123 [https://comfrt.com/MORGAN1123]MONARCH |  https://www.monarch.com/referral?r_source=copy&code=vbxf53xf27 [https://www.monarch.com/referral?r_source=copy&code=vbxf53xf27]FABLETICS SCRUBS | https://www.fabletics.com/?irclickid=SnAWKDx8rxyZTA3TnI3Wn3kcUkuya5UVR0cAVI0&irgwc=1&afsrc=1&utm_medium=influencers&utm_source=impact&utm_campaign=flwomen&irmp=FLW001 [https://www.fabletics.com/?irclickid=SnAWKDx8rxyZTA3TnI3Wn3kcUkuya5UVR0cAVI0&irgwc=1&afsrc=1&utm_medium=influencers&utm_source=impact&utm_campaign=flwomen&irmp=FLW001]Follow the Life of a Dr Wife: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/lifeofadrwife [https://www.instagram.com/lifeofadrwife]Tik Tok | https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeofadrwife [https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeofadrwife] Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573291431207 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573291431207] Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCwzHHkRBz6XuzEfKZW36SHRG6x3askHk [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCwzHHkRBz6XuzEfKZW36SHRG6x3askHk] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2608281/support]

Moving in Medicine: The Chaos

In today’s episode, I’m sharing the behind-the-scenes reality of relocating for residency while balancing marriage, parenthood, homeownership, and all the emotions that come with closing one chapter and beginning another. From moving trucks and endless to-do lists to saying goodbye to the community we've built over the last four years, this transition has been equal parts exciting and overwhelming. I’m talking about the stress, the unexpected challenges, the moments that tested us, and the lessons we've learned along the way. If you're preparing for a move in medicine, supporting someone who is, or simply navigating a season of major life changes, this episode is for you. Because while medicine often focuses on the next step in training, there’s an entire family moving through the chaos, too. Join me as I share the highs, the lows, and why sometimes the most meaningful growth happens in the middle of the chaos. I’m so glad you’re here 🫶🏻 Apply to be on the podcast |  https://forms.gle/JzRPXWi1fb4H2vLy7 [https://forms.gle/JzRPXWi1fb4H2vLy7] UPSIDE APP | https://upside.app.link/cf39NBorXxb [https://upside.app.link/cf39NBorXxb] USE CODE: MORGAN45393 MY LTK |  https://www.shopltk.com/explore/Lifeofadrwife?tab=posts [https://www.shopltk.com/explore/Lifeofadrwife?tab=posts]COMFRT |  https://comfrt.com/MORGAN1123 [https://comfrt.com/MORGAN1123]MONARCH |  https://www.monarch.com/referral?r_source=copy&code=vbxf53xf27 [https://www.monarch.com/referral?r_source=copy&code=vbxf53xf27]FABLETICS SCRUBS | https://www.fabletics.com/?irclickid=SnAWKDx8rxyZTA3TnI3Wn3kcUkuya5UVR0cAVI0&irgwc=1&afsrc=1&utm_medium=influencers&utm_source=impact&utm_campaign=flwomen&irmp=FLW001 [https://www.fabletics.com/?irclickid=SnAWKDx8rxyZTA3TnI3Wn3kcUkuya5UVR0cAVI0&irgwc=1&afsrc=1&utm_medium=influencers&utm_source=impact&utm_campaign=flwomen&irmp=FLW001]Follow the Life of a Dr Wife: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/lifeofadrwife [https://www.instagram.com/lifeofadrwife]Tik Tok | https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeofadrwife [https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeofadrwife] Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573291431207 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573291431207] Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCwzHHkRBz6XuzEfKZW36SHRG6x3askHk [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCwzHHkRBz6XuzEfKZW36SHRG6x3askHk] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2608281/support]

PA vs DR: Different Roads to the White Coat

In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with my older sister, Meghan, to talk all about her journey becoming a Physician Assistant / Physician Associate and how her path compares. We dive into the real differences between the PA and physician routes. From schooling, clinical training, work-life balance, to the day-to-day realities that people don’t always see behind the white coat. As sisters, this conversation is honest, unfiltered, and full of perspectives from both sides of medicine. And of course… we end with a hot-topic debate: Should PAs and Residents receive the same salary? Meghan shares her thoughts, and let’s just say… this conversation gets interesting. Whether you’re in healthcare, considering PA school or med school, or just curious about the differences between these professions, this episode gives an inside look into two very different paths with one shared goal. I’m so glad you’re here 🫶🏻 Apply to be on the podcast |  https://forms.gle/JzRPXWi1fb4H2vLy7 [https://forms.gle/JzRPXWi1fb4H2vLy7] MY LTK |  https://www.shopltk.com/explore/Lifeofadrwife?tab=posts [https://www.shopltk.com/explore/Lifeofadrwife?tab=posts]COMFRT |  https://comfrt.com/MORGAN1123 [https://comfrt.com/MORGAN1123]MONARCH |  https://www.monarch.com/referral?r_source=copy&code=vbxf53xf27 [https://www.monarch.com/referral?r_source=copy&code=vbxf53xf27]FABLETICS SCRUBS | https://www.fabletics.com/?irclickid=SnAWKDx8rxyZTA3TnI3Wn3kcUkuya5UVR0cAVI0&irgwc=1&afsrc=1&utm_medium=influencers&utm_source=impact&utm_campaign=flwomen&irmp=FLW001 [https://www.fabletics.com/?irclickid=SnAWKDx8rxyZTA3TnI3Wn3kcUkuya5UVR0cAVI0&irgwc=1&afsrc=1&utm_medium=influencers&utm_source=impact&utm_campaign=flwomen&irmp=FLW001]Follow the Life of a Dr Wife: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/lifeofadrwife [https://www.instagram.com/lifeofadrwife]Tik Tok | https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeofadrwife [https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeofadrwife] Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573291431207 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573291431207] Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCwzHHkRBz6XuzEfKZW36SHRG6x3askHk [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCwzHHkRBz6XuzEfKZW36SHRG6x3askHk] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2608281/support]

What I wish I knew as a Med School Spouse

In today’s episode, I am sitting down to talk about all the things I wish I knew as a med school spouse before living it. We won't be talking about the surface-level stuff, but the real, lived-in moments that shaped me. So whether you’re newly dating someone in med school, engaged, married, or deep in the thick of it… this one’s for you. I’m so glad you’re here 🫶🏻 Apply to be on the podcast |  https://forms.gle/JzRPXWi1fb4H2vLy7 [https://forms.gle/JzRPXWi1fb4H2vLy7] MY LTK |  https://www.shopltk.com/explore/Lifeofadrwife?tab=posts [https://www.shopltk.com/explore/Lifeofadrwife?tab=posts]COMFRT |  https://comfrt.com/MORGAN1123 [https://comfrt.com/MORGAN1123]MONARCH |  https://www.monarch.com/referral?r_source=copy&code=vbxf53xf27 [https://www.monarch.com/referral?r_source=copy&code=vbxf53xf27]FABLETICS SCURBS | https://www.fabletics.com/?irclickid=SnAWKDx8rxyZTA3TnI3Wn3kcUkuya5UVR0cAVI0&irgwc=1&afsrc=1&utm_medium=influencers&utm_source=impact&utm_campaign=flwomen&irmp=FLW001 [https://www.fabletics.com/?irclickid=SnAWKDx8rxyZTA3TnI3Wn3kcUkuya5UVR0cAVI0&irgwc=1&afsrc=1&utm_medium=influencers&utm_source=impact&utm_campaign=flwomen&irmp=FLW001]Follow the Life of a Dr Wife: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/lifeofadrwife [https://www.instagram.com/lifeofadrwife]Tik Tok | https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeofadrwife [https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeofadrwife] Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573291431207 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573291431207] Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCwzHHkRBz6XuzEfKZW36SHRG6x3askHk [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCwzHHkRBz6XuzEfKZW36SHRG6x3askHk] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2608281/support]