Meet Randy Cook, MD, FACS
Dr. Randy Cook is a retired surgeon, wound care specialist, and award-winning podcast host with over four decades of experience in medicine. Known for his wit, wisdom, and storytelling, Randy brings authenticity and insight to his work as a physician coach with MD Coaches. He also hosts the acclaimed Rx for Success podcast, which has published over 200 episodes highlighting the journeys and lessons of healthcare professionals across the country.
Hi, I'm Randy!
I grew up thinking I’d become a surgeon, but at 16, I was lured into radio. For a time, I considered broadcasting—until I looked around and realized most of my colleagues were struggling to make ends meet. So I returned to the plan: medical school at UAB, followed by surgical residency at the Medical College of Georgia.
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My first job came by chance—an offer from a former mentor who had moved to Florida. From there, I eventually returned to Alabama, practicing in a range of settings, from large, multi-specialty groups to solo surgical practices. Later in my career, I shifted into wound care and hyperbaric medicine, earned new board certifications, and helped lead a wound care center.
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I retired—unexpectedly and without a plan—after becoming frustrated with bureaucracy. But retirement didn’t stick. MD Coaches founder Rhonda Crowe reached out about a new idea: a podcast to amplify the voices of physicians. I dusted off my early radio chops and said yes. The podcast Rx for Success has now surpassed 200 episodes and even won a Columbus Podcast Award.
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Today, I’m proud to coach physicians and share their stories. When I’m not recording or coaching, I enjoy life with my wife and exploring the outdoors through photography.
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Key Highlights:
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MD – University of Alabama at Birmingham
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Residency – General Surgery, Medical College of Georgia
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Certified – American Board of Surgery
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Subspecialty Certified – Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine
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Fellow – American College of Surgeons and Southeastern Surgical Congress
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President of Medical Staff – Jackson Hospital, Montgomery, AL
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Medical Director – Jackson Wound & Hyperbaric Medicine Center
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Diplomate & Former Board Member – American Board of Wound Management
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Physician Exam Co-chair – American Board of Wound Management
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Designated Medical Examiner – Federal Aviation Administration
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Host – Rx for Success Podcast (200+ episodes)
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Winner – 2022 Columbus Podcast Awards, Best Arts Podcast
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Physician Coach – MD Coaches
