“Only winners have haters.” - Paula Ferrada, MD, FACS, FCCM, MAMSE

Stepping outside of one's comfort zone and embracing change can be incredibly daunting, especially in the field of surgery, where we often settle into familiar roles that can lead to dissatisfaction and a lack of fulfillment. That's why, in this week's episode, I invited Dr. Paula Ferrada to discuss how to create a more balanced and aligned life in the surgical profession.

Paula Ferrada, MD, FACS, FCCM, MAMSE, is a board-certified surgeon, mentor and educator with more than a decade of experience. She joined Inova in 2021 and is the Division Chief of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery. In addition to her leadership roles. Dr. Paula Ferrada is also the Program Director for the