Episode 17: Startup Surprises, Drive-Thru Drama & A Gratitude Reset

13/08/2025 26 min

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Ever wonder what Faith actually does for work? In this episode, Lisa finally gets the scoop as Faith explains her role as VP of Clinical Operations, aka the “silent Batman” of healthcare who keeps patient care running smoothly.Between curly hair confessions, new electric car adventures, and a surprise curb-jump at Starbucks, they prove once again that chaos and laughter go hand in hand. From designing healthcare clinics that actually work to debating toilet paper etiquette ( over, not under), Lisa and Faith deliver their signature mix of real talk and relatability.They wrap up with their gratitude reset, reminding us that even amid electric car paranoia and startup chaos, there’s always room for connection and appreciation.It’s candid, funny, and the perfect listen for busy moms navigating work, family, and everything in between.Key Takeaways  Curly Hair Realities: Dry shampoo, daily washes, and why blow-drying is a commitment.New Car, New Drama: Lisa’s leap into the all-electric world—complete with curb mishaps and charging paranoia.What Faith Really Does: A peek behind the curtain of clinical operations, from patient workflows to designing medical spaces that make sense.Startup Life > Corporate Cruise Ship: Why Faith traded traditional healthcare for nimble, high-impact startups.The Great Toilet Paper Debate: Over vs. under and why there’s only one right answer.Gratitude Reset: From new friendships to good test results, the small wins keep us going.In This Episode[00:01] Opening: Real talk as working moms[00:39] Curly hair & self-care chat[02:35] WTF moment: New car safety features[04:19] Leasing and buying an electric Audi[05:23] Learning electric car life[07:23] Car naming & drive-thru mishaps[09:16] Electric car perks & charging at home[13:39] What does a VP of clinical operations do?[15:11] Designing clinical workflows & operations[18:34] Clinical design & building healthcare spaces[20:08] House design & toilet paper debate[21:20] Learning from others & career growth[22:55] Startup vs. traditional healthcare[25:03] Gratitude & closing reflectionsResources and LinksMed Moms PodcastApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/medmoms/id1802081976Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0UYdnafsZL1TGYhsRyX7khYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MedMomsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/med.moms/Lisa CanoLinkedInFaith GutierrezLinkedIn