

Dr. Helen Bernie is a urologist and the Director of Sexual Reproductive Medicine at Indiana University in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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Podcasts
Urology # 334Oct 8, 2026Optimizing Professional Growth with Career Coaching

What is the difference between mentorship, sponsorship, and coaching in a physician’s career, and how can coaching influence your professional development? On this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Helen Bernie interviews Dr. Emilie Johnson and Dr. Angie Smith about the transformative impact of career coaching for urologists. They break down how coaching differs from mentorship and sponsorship, who stands to benefit most, and the real value of having a conversation focused entirely on your goals and growth.
Urology # 298Apr 14, 2026Saying Yes (and No): Strategic Career Decisions

Is your “yes” advancing your career or just adding to your workload? In collaboration with the Society of Women in Urology (SWIU), this episode of BackTable Urology features timely professional advice from Dr. Anne Cameron (University of Michigan, former SWIU president) and Dr. Helen Bernie (Indiana University) on how to approach yes and no decisions with intention across different stages of your medical career.
Urology # 279Dec 9, 2025Parental Leave for Physicians: Challenges & Strategies

If you’re navigating pregnancy, postpartum, or return-to-work stress, you are not alone. In this BackTable Urology × SWIU collaboration, Dr. Danielle Velez (Rutgers Health) joins host Dr. Helen Bernie (Indiana University Health) for a candid conversation on navigating parental leave, lactation, and the emotional turbulence of stepping back into clinical practice. Together, they unpack boundary-setting, finding a support system, protecting partnership time, and giving yourself grace through each stage of early parenthood.
Urology # 236May 30, 2025Choosing the Right Urology Fellowship Fit

Are you a resident considering a urology fellowship? How do you choose the right subspecialty, and how can effective mentorship help you make the right decision? In collaboration with the Society of Women in Urology (SWIU), this episode of BackTable Urology features practical fellowship advice from Dr. Sevann Helo of Mayo Clinic, Dr. Jay Simhan of Temple University, and guest host Dr. Helen Bernie of Indiana University.
Urology # 213Feb 4, 2025Dual Physician Households: Managing Parenthood & Careers

Are you married to a physician? How do you balance demanding work, busy home life, and conflicting career ambitions as a dual physician couple? In collaboration with the Society of Women in Urology (SWIU), this episode of the BackTable Urology Podcast provides unique perspectives on how physician couples can live an integrated work-life, featuring Dr. Katie Amin and Dr. Peter Bajic, hosted by Dr. Helen Bernie.