During her residency interviews, Dr. Courtney Evans was given a scenario: an older man at a bar tells her oral surgery isn't for women. What would she say?

That moment is just one part of this conversation with Dr. Evans, who completed 6 years of training — including a dual MD/DDS — to become an attending oral and maxillofacial surgeon. She talks about being the only girl with three older brothers, why she chose one of dentistry's most male-dominated specialties, the hardest parts of chief year, a case that taught her compassion, and her advice for anyone wondering if this path is worth it.

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From Chicago trauma centers to building a business from scratch, Oral Surgeon Dr. Momin sits down with Yousuf to talk about the parts of medicine no one prepares you for. They cover the trauma cases that changed how he sees his job, why "the cheapest provider" is the wrong way to choose a surgeon, and the business lessons dental school never taught him. Then the roles flip — Yousuf opens up about growing up between two faiths, choosing dentistry over a family full of physicians, and the advice he'd give his 18-year-old self.

Whether you're a dental or pre-dental student, a healthcare provider building a practice, or just someone who loves a good career-journey story, this episode has something for you.