How to Not Lose Your Soul When You Get Sued | Gita Pensa, MD

How to Not Lose Your Soul When You Get Sued | Gita Pensa, MD

From Stimulus - Learn Tools to Crush It in Your Medical Career by Rob Orman, MD

July 20, 2026 · 55 min · Episode 172

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This episode discusses how physicians can navigate the challenges of being sued, focusing on preparation and mindset to maintain their identity and confidence.

Getting sued, or even just the fear of it, is one of the greatest hidden drivers of physician stress, burnout, and career dissatisfaction, yet almost no one teaches doctors how to survive it. A malpractice lawsuit can shake your confidence, challenge your identity, and strain your relationships long before you ever step into a deposition. The good news is that preparation, practice, and the right mindset can transform litigation from an overwhelming threat into something you can navigate with confidence. In this episode, we explore what every physician should know about medical malpractice lawsuits and malpractice litigation,, how to navigate a deposition, the conversations that can sabotage your defense, and the emotional toll of being sued, along with practical ways to prepare before you're ever named in a lawsuit. Finally, we share the tools, resources, and hard-earned lessons that help doctors protect their careers without losing themselves in the process. Why getting sued changes the way physicians practice medicine long after the case is over. How preparation can take you from feeling like you're on the chopping block to walking into a deposition with confidence. What you…

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Host: Rob Orman, MD

Guest: Gita Pensa, MD

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