HuMed goes beyond diagnoses and procedures to explore the profound human experiences of medical professionals. Join Dr. Spiro as he engages in deep, candid conversations with fellow doctors, nurses, and other healthcare providers. They share the often-unseen realities of their work in the demanding hospital environment – the challenging cases, the emotional toll, and the ethical dilemmas they navigate daily.
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HuMed goes beyond diagnoses and procedures to explore the profound human experiences of medical professionals. Join Dr. Spiro as he engages in deep, candid conversations with fellow doctors, nurses, and other healthcare providers. They share the often-unseen realities of their work in the demanding hospital environment – the challenging cases, the emotional toll, and the ethical dilemmas they navigate daily.
Healing From Medical Errors: A Doctor's Story | Dr. Don Arnold
HuMed with David Spiro, MD
37 minutes
3 months ago
Healing From Medical Errors: A Doctor's Story | Dr. Don Arnold
A pediatric emergency doctor has seen it all. But his most important lessons didn't come from a textbook—they came from navigating patient loss, finding personal redemption, and grappling with medical errors. This is the human side of medicine you rarely get to see.
In this deeply moving episode of HuMed, Dr. David Spiro sits down with Dr. Don Arnold, a pediatric emergency medicine physician, for a raw and honest conversation about the emotional journey of a doctor. They explore how physicians can practice mindfulness in medicine to improve patient care and build a real emotional connection with families.
This discussion tackles the tough topics: facing grief, preventing physician burnout, and the importance of self-compassion and forgiveness in a demanding healthcare career. If you're a medical student, resident, attending physician, or just curious about the real life of a doctor, this episode offers an invaluable look behind the curtain.
00:00 Introduction
01:48 Don Arnold's Unique Journey in Medicine
05:57 Lessons from Camp Holiday Trails and Patient Connection
11:51 The Impact of Loss and Guilt in Medicine18:04Finding Closure and Redemption in Medicine
24:02 The Importance of Forgiveness and Self-Compassion
29:48 Connecting with Families in Pediatric Care
36:00 Key Takeaways and Closing Thoughts
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HuMed with David Spiro, MD
HuMed goes beyond diagnoses and procedures to explore the profound human experiences of medical professionals. Join Dr. Spiro as he engages in deep, candid conversations with fellow doctors, nurses, and other healthcare providers. They share the often-unseen realities of their work in the demanding hospital environment – the challenging cases, the emotional toll, and the ethical dilemmas they navigate daily.
