STELLAR SUCCESS: Leveling Up For Medical Pros with Dr. Tudor Francu

In this episode, Dr. Tudor Francu sits down with long-time anesthesia expert Dr. Keith Chamberlin to explore the evolution of his remarkable career. From flying helicopters in the Army to leading a highly respected all-MD anesthesia group in Northern California, Dr. Chamberlin shares hard-earned lessons, business insights, and the mindset required to lead and thrive in today’s challenging healthcare environment.
Dr. Chamberlin reveals how he unexpectedly found his passion in anesthesia, how his MBA changed his approach to leadership, and what it takes to build and sustain a successful private practice. He also dives deep into the current workforce shortage, the financial realities of anesthesia, and how lifestyle expectations are shaping the future of the specialty.
Whether you're a medical student, resident, or a seasoned physician, this episode is a masterclass in both medicine and leadership.
 
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In this powerful conversation, Dr. Tudor Francu sits down with Terrence Hight Jr., founder of Hyde Health, a healthcare innovator who’s transforming the way communities access medical care. From his early days in hospital registration to launching a full-scale community health initiative, Terrence shares how a personal mission turned into a movement.
Listeners will learn how Hyde Health organizes free health events, workshops, and wellness programs that directly address gaps in care, especially in underserved communities. Terrence unpacks the business model behind his success, shares how he partners with insurance companies like CareSource, and discusses the real-life barriers millions face in accessing preventive healthcare.
He also opens up about the struggles of entrepreneurship in healthcare, financial challenges, lessons learned, and how he hopes to make an even bigger impact in rural America.
Whether you're a healthcare professional, aspiring entrepreneur, or just passionate about equitable access, this episode will leave you inspired.
 
 
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What happens when a top urologist walks away from traditional medicine to redefine health and success? In this compelling episode, Dr. Tracy Gapin shares how his journey from burnout to breakthrough led him to build a multimillion-dollar practice in precision performance medicine.
Dr. Gapin opens up about the moment he realized traditional healthcare wasn’t serving him—or his patients—and how that revelation inspired a new model of medical care focused on optimization, longevity, and real transformation.
From reversing his own health decline to launching the Gapin Institute and now Peak Launch, Dr. Gapin’s story is one of reinvention, impact, and high-performance medicine at its best. You’ll also hear practical advice for patients and physicians alike on how to move beyond generic care, take control of their health, and build purpose-driven medical businesses.
 
 
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In this episode of The Stellar Success Podcast, Dr. Tudor Francu sits down with Dr. Sourabh Arora, a physician-turned-entrepreneur who’s redefining what success looks like for medical professionals.
From pharmaceutical innovation to launching a wellness-centered real estate concept, Dr. Arora has transformed his medical expertise into multiple impactful ventures. He walks us through his journey from ophthalmology to biotech and explains how physicians can transition into corporate pharma, wellness entrepreneurship, and even real estate.
Learn how Dr. Arora is blending wellness and home design through Nuvo Life’s signature “Zen Zones,” and why prevention—not just treatment—is the future of healthcare. You’ll also hear his take on learning from failure, building resilient teams, and choosing between real estate and business for long-term growth.
Whether you're a healthcare professional or aspiring entrepreneur, this episode offers eye-opening insight into creating wealth and well-being beyond clinical practice.
 
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In this powerful and inspiring episode, Dr. Tudor Francu sits down with Dr. Lally Pia—a child psychiatrist, author, and immigrant physician with a life story that could be its own Netflix series. Lally shares her incredible journey from Sri Lanka to Ghana, Wales, and finally the U.S., where she overcame overwhelming challenges, including family pressure, immigration setbacks, single motherhood, and even working in a morgue.
Driven by resilience and a quiet fire, Dr. Pia eventually fulfilled the prophecy of a fortune teller who once predicted she would be “a doctor of doctors.” She’s now a practicing child psychiatrist serving vulnerable populations and is the author of the award-winning memoir, The Fortune Teller’s Prophecy: A Memoir of an Unlikely Doctor.
Tune in to hear how she transformed trauma into triumph, navigated motherhood and medical school at 35, and found healing through both psychiatry and writing.
 
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In this insightful episode, Dr. Tudor Francu sits down with Stephanie Allard, a seasoned expert in medical coding, billing compliance, and legal defense. Together, they dive into the world of revenue cycle management—a critical topic for medical professionals who are often overworked and underpaid.
Stephanie shares real-world stories and advice on avoiding costly billing mistakes, how to vet billing companies, and why many practices unknowingly lose thousands of dollars every month. Whether you're outsourcing billing or managing it internally, this conversation is a must-listen to avoid audits, increase transparency, and protect your practice’s financial health.
Dr. Francu and Stephanie also explore the promises and pitfalls of AI in billing and the dangers of blindly following distributor/manufacturer recommendations. Stephanie opens up about her own journey from dental assistant to running her own successful firm, and why she’s passionate about helping practices avoid legal and financial disaster.
 
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In this episode, Dr. Tudor Francu sits down with Dr. Michelle Pearlman, a board-certified gastroenterologist and certified menopause provider, to discuss the why and how behind her bold transition from academic medicine to launching a concierge practice with her twin sister. Dr. Pearlman opens up about the hard truths of GLP-1s, the failures of our current healthcare system, and how she’s helping patients transform their lives through deep education, individualized care, and technology innovation.
Dr. Pearlman shares the inspiration behind her Miami-based concierge weight management practice, her growing frustration with “quick fixes” like GLP-1s without education, and how she and her sister are reshaping men’s and women’s health from the inside out.
 
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In this compelling episode of The Stellar Success Podcast, Dr. Tudor Francu sits down with Dr. Carl Knopke, a family medicine physician who now leads a successful practice in obesity medicine. With candor and insight, Dr. Knopke shares how he navigated early academic struggles, rejection from medical school, and a roundabout journey through IT before becoming a leader in his field.
You’ll hear how his athletic background, personal discipline, and unconventional path shaped his philosophy as a doctor and his passion for empowering patients through evidence-based, psychologically-informed weight management. This episode also explores obesity as a form of addiction, the limitations of GLP-1 treatments like Ozempic, and the urgent need for grassroots change in how we approach food and public health.
Whether you're a medical professional, a student, or someone interested in the psychology behind behavior change, this is a powerful listen.
 
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In this episode, Dr. Tudor Francu welcomes anesthesiologist, entrepreneur, and leader Dr. Brian Schmutzler to share his dynamic path from private practice to running a successful multi-contract anesthesia business. With over a decade of experience and a passion for clinical innovation, Dr. Schmutzler discusses the highs, the pitfalls, and the real-life business lessons of medical entrepreneurship.
Listeners will learn:
How Brian transitioned from academic medicine to launching his own company
Why understanding the business side of anesthesia is key for long-term career growth
Common mistakes medical entrepreneurs make (and how to avoid them)
Strategies for financial freedom, including investment tips and long-term wealth planning
The importance of early morning routines, family, and faith in sustaining a high-performance lifestyle
Why relationships, reputation, and personal growth matter more than ever in modern medicine
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What do you get when you mix dentistry, motherhood, and a sharp eye for prevention? You get Dr. Ashley Lerman.
In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Tudor Francu talks with Dr. Ashley Lerman, a board-certified pediatric dentist turned tech entrepreneur. After completing residency during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic and seeing firsthand the gaps in pediatric oral health, Ashley launched FirstGrin, a preventive oral health tech company focused on new and expecting families.
Ashley shares her journey from the dental chair to the startup world, her vision to prevent cavities before they even start, and how she bootstrapped a now-profitable company—all while raising two young kids. You’ll hear her take on integrating dental and medical care, working with insurance companies, and staying grounded in her mission despite early missteps.
If you’re a medical or dental professional thinking about making a leap into entrepreneurship—or you're just curious how tech is changing oral health—this is an episode you don’t want to miss.
 
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