Successful MIT-Educated Neurosurgeon Explains In A Viral Video Why He Left His Job After Years Of Practise: 'I Was Dying Inside'

In a candid YouTube video, Dr. Gooby, a former neurosurgeon, shares his extraordinary journey from a promising medical career to an unexpected life change. With degrees from MIT and over a decade of neurosurgery practice, Dr. Gooby’s decision to quit stunned many. Here, we delve into the reasons behind his dramatic shift.

Dr. Gooby trained extensively, completing medical school and six years of neurosurgery residency. He spent nearly 10 years in practice, aiming to help patients by relieving suffering. However, over time, he realized that the surgeries he performed weren’t addressing the root causes of his patients’ ailments. Despite using advanced techniques, he saw limited long-term benefits for many.

His interest in neurosurgery stemmed from a fascination with the brain and its capabilities. Initially inspired by the potential of brain-machine interfaces, Dr. Gooby hoped to contribute to groundbreaking advancements. Yet, his research revealed significant limitations, leading to disillusionment.

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As he progressed in his career, Dr. Gooby noticed that lifestyle factors played a crucial role in patient recovery. He observed that patients who maintained a healthy diet, exercised, slept well, and managed stress effectively healed better than those who did not. This realization clashed with the medical system’s focus on surgeries and medications for financial sustainability.

Faced with a moral dilemma, Dr. Gooby found himself increasingly unhappy and physically unwell. The pressure of performing surgeries he no longer believed in took a toll on his health.

“I was dying inside and my body was dying,” Dr Gooby recalled.

With the support of his wife, he made the difficult decision to leave his practice without a clear plan for the future.

Post-resignation, Dr. Gooby embraced a simpler life, focusing on personal well-being and spending time outdoors with his dog, Doobie. He started a YouTube channel, “Gooby and Doobie,” to document their nature hikes and share therapeutic nature scenes, aiming to help others find solace.

Currently, “Gooby and Doobie” has 120,000 subscribers on YouTube.

“When you let go of something that you’re holding too tightly, even though it’s hurting you, and you let go of it, then you’re able to pick up something else that hopefully is better for you,” he said.

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This story was generated using Benzinga Neuro and edited by Pooja Rajkumari