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

English Black shares her inspiring journey from emergency medicine and dermatology to launching her own successful aesthetic clinic in Greensboro, NC. With more than two decades in the medical field, English dives into the ethics of aesthetic treatments, the psychology of her patients, and how PAs can uniquely thrive in this niche. She and Dr. Francu discuss:
Why she left traditional dermatology to open her own medspa
The art and science of injectables and how trust builds patient loyalty
Her philosophy on pricing, quality, and personalized care
How she scaled her business to seven figures in one year
Learning the business side of medicine and investing in growth
Advice for other medical professionals looking to enter the aesthetic world
 
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In this episode, Dr. Tudor Francu welcomes Frank Lisenbee, a seasoned healthcare leader and founder of Gravity Leadership and Management. With a background in the U.S. Air Force Medical Service and over a decade of experience helping small healthcare practices stay competitive, Frank shares powerful insights on healthcare compliance, HR strategies, and leadership training for medical professionals.
Listeners will discover why small practices struggle to keep pace with large healthcare organizations, and how Frank's work provides them with the tools, training, and executive coaching they need to thrive. From real-world leadership advice to practical tips for conflict resolution and employee management, this conversation is packed with value for healthcare professionals seeking to take ownership of their business success.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
Why many small healthcare practices struggle with HR and compliance
The top mistakes doctors make when running their own practices
How leadership and assertiveness training can transform a medical business
The importance of scenario-based learning in real-time practice management
Frank’s personal journey from military leadership to healthcare entrepreneurship
 
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In this powerful episode of The Stellar Success Podcast with Dr. Tudor Francu, Dr. Kyle Stanley opens up about the role of artificial intelligence in modern dentistry and shares his deeply personal journey from burnout to balance. Once consumed by clinical perfectionism and professional stress, Dr. Stanley reveals how a turning point in his life led him to focus on mental health, soft skills, and the power of AI to eliminate mundane tasks and reshape dental practices.
You'll learn how AI is revolutionizing everything from diagnostics to insurance workflows, and how Dr. Stanley's company, Pearl, is leading that charge. But this conversation goes far beyond technology—it’s also about how doctors can redefine success, invest smarter, and show up as their best selves both professionally and personally.
Whether you're a healthcare provider feeling overwhelmed or a tech-curious practitioner, this episode will shift your perspective on what’s possible.
 
 
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In this moving and educational conversation, Dr. Tudor Francu talks with Dr. Nasha Winters about her personal story of surviving end-stage ovarian cancer through a combination of curiosity, unconventional approaches, and a mindset shift that transformed her life. From fasting and the metabolic terrain approach, to building a global network of integrative oncology practitioners, Dr. Winters offers insight, science, and inspiration for both patients and medical professionals alike.
Listeners will learn:
How fasting unintentionally became a turning point in her healing
The role of trauma, mindset, and resilience in long-term recovery
Her approach to personalized, integrative cancer care
Strategies she teaches other practitioners worldwide
Daily habits and self-care routines that keep her centered
How clinicians can build sustainable, purpose-driven careers outside the traditional medical model
 
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In this inspiring episode, Dr. Purva Merchant shares her dynamic path from growing up in India to building two thriving pediatric dentistry practices in Washington. She opens up about choosing her specialty, overcoming the challenges of running a business without formal training, and the critical balance between personal well-being and professional success.
You’ll hear how she transformed dental visits into fun experiences for children and how she approaches behavioral challenges, business setbacks, and financial planning with insight and intentionality. Her unique perspective—grounded in trust, adaptability, and passion—offers valuable lessons for anyone in the medical or dental fields.
Key Takeaways:
Why pediatric dentistry felt like the perfect "specialty within a specialty"
The importance of managing not just children—but their parents too
How to build a practice from scratch (starting with a sandwich board!)
Balancing business growth with personal well-being
How to make dentistry feel like a “Spa Day” for kids
Strategies for financial freedom and retirement planning in healthcare
The power of self-trust, positive mindset, and surrounding yourself with the right people
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In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Tudor Francu sits down with retired dentist and author Dr. Jan Gilbert to explore the powerful link between oral health, nutrition, and lifelong wellness. With more than four decades in dentistry and a passion for preventative care, Dr. Gilbert shares his unique approach to fighting periodontal disease—starting with your toothbrush.
Key Takeaways:
Why brushing five times a day beats the standard “twice-a-day” rule
The real role of nutrition in dental decay and gum disease
What most dentists miss when diagnosing mouth health
The surprising truth about toothpaste, flossing, and mouthwash
How your tongue can reveal your overall nutritional status
The connection between periodontal disease and systemic health issues like Alzheimer’s and cancer
Dr. Gilbert’s take on America's sugar epidemic and its silent damage
His proposal to revolutionize healthcare through dental practices
 
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Dr. Lewis Marshall’s career spans decades of experience from the ER to law school, from mentoring new doctors to setting policy for millions of patients across New York State. He shares how his early days in primary care sparked his passion for healthcare policy—and how that drive led him to hold key roles such as Chief Medical Officer at Lincoln Hospital and Medical Director for the NYC Fire Department EMS.
Listeners will hear how Dr. Marshall:
Transitioned from patient care to systems-level change
Helped create standardized emergency medical protocols across New York
Approaches hospital leadership with a “deference to expertise” philosophy
Handles challenges like limited space and growing patient access needs
Uses mindfulness, meditation, and reflection as part of his leadership style
This conversation is rich with insights for any medical professional curious about policy, hospital leadership, or simply looking to make a broader impact in healthcare.
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Join Dr. Tudor Francu as he sits down with Barry Howell, the dynamic CEO of Plano Orthopedic, for an insightful conversation on healthcare leadership, practice management, and the real human side of running a successful orthopedic group. Barry walks us through his career—from banking to physician recruiting to private equity deals—and how he leads with collaboration, transparency, and purpose.
You'll hear about his philosophy of “rounding for results,” how he keeps patient care front and center, and how he navigates financial challenges in independent practices. Barry also talks candidly about failures, including a yet-to-launch MRI integration plan, and shares tips on how doctors can avoid burnout and build passive income through smart investments.
Key Takeaways:
The power of visibility and relationship-building in clinical leadership
Why rounding is more than just checking in—it’s strategic
Real-world challenges of integrating imaging services
Advice for physicians on retirement, burnout, and financial independence
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In this inspiring episode, Dr. Tudor Francu sits down with Dr. Hamidreza Nassery, a seasoned dentist, entrepreneur, and founder of a high-tech dental practice in Miami, Florida. From fleeing Iran as a teenager to building a respected name in physiologic dentistry, Dr. Nassery shares how discipline, lifelong learning, and a passion for better outcomes shaped his professional journey.
He dives deep into why he rejected “drill and fill” dentistry in favor of a holistic, science-based approach that treats the root cause of patient issues. He also opens up about the mindset and routines that keep him motivated after more than 30 years in the field — and why it’s crucial for medical professionals to constantly evolve and stay curious.
Dr. Nassery also candidly discusses the changing landscape of dental practice ownership, the reality of mentorship, and his views on financial independence and exit strategies. His perspective offers valuable takeaways for every medical professional navigating modern healthcare.
 
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In this inspiring episode, Dr. Tudor Francu sits down with Dr. Alaina Rajagopal to discuss her fascinating journey from NASA intern to emergency medicine doctor and founder of Esperto Medical. She opens up about her academic beginnings in biology and space research, how a desire to better understand the human body led her from a PhD to an MD, and why global health and diagnostics became a personal mission.
They dive into the revolutionary technology she and her team developed—resonance sonomonometry—a non-invasive, continuous blood pressure monitoring method that offers real-time data without calibration. Dr. Rajagopal explains how her entrepreneurial path began almost accidentally through clinical need, and how grit, curiosity, and a refusal to settle for “good enough” turned failures into innovation.
If you've ever wondered how medical professionals can use science, tech, and resilience to bring real-world change, this episode is for you.
 
 
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