Murphy's childhood dream was to become a doctor, but he soon realised that he was just as passionate about teaching.
Today, he not only works in a neuro-intensive care unit but is also one of the faces of Ninja Nerd — a global educational platform with over 3.6 million subscribers on YouTube.
The core idea behind Ninja Nerd was born from the realisation that healthcare education often involves massive, overwhelming amounts of material that students are expected to learn in a short time. That’s why the team decided to help others not just survive their exams, but truly gain a deep understanding of the material.
Ninja Nerd's goal is not just to prepare students for exams, but to help them genuinely understand what they are learning — delivering the material with simple, clear explanations, humour, and passion. The result is a learning experience that’s not only effective but also enjoyable.
Today, Zachary works as a clinician in part-time to dedicate more time to teaching — and inspiring the next generation.
How did he grow from a community college assistant to the face of a global platform? And how does he reflect on the lessons learned from mistakes and failures? Read the full article here.
