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The Impostor Phenomenon: Getting Out Of Your Own Way (Article)

An article about the impostor phenomenon and how it can affect surgeons

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The impostor phenomenon: getting out of your own way (article)
In this article, I discussed impostor phenomenon and self-doubt more broadly with Dr Olivia Donnelly, Consultant Clinical Psychologist. We talked through when it becomes a problem, and ways to manage unhelpful thoughts and feelings. 

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