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Right and Wrong23 Oct 202400:38:22

In many situations, the line between right and wrong can be blurred or confusing, but sometimes it is very clear. On this final episode of the season, Kimberly gives a powerful reflection on accountability and owning what is right vs. what is wrong when it comes to certain behaviors. 

It's Ok to Cry17 Oct 202400:28:20

Everyone expresses grief or sorrow in different ways, and in an ideal world, we would all feel safe enough to do so however we choose. This week, Ashley shares stories on what this has looked like in her life. 

The Bumble Bee Still Flies17 Jul 202400:27:28

Many times, the primary barrier to us achieving our goals is our own thoughts. However, being practical does not have to mean overthinking or succumbing to the idea that certain goals just don't make sense for us. This week, Kimberly shares an inspiring example of a time she set out to achieve something seemingly out of reach.  

Topics Discussed:
  • RYSE Clerkship Applications are OPEN - deadline to apply 8/7/2024
Love You Can Trust11 Jul 202400:29:54

Is there someone in your life you can trust to be there in moments of triumph, but also in times of potential failure? This week Ashley shares memories of times when she had the courage to let someone in, and what she took away from those experiences. 

Topics Discussed: There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. 
Culture Club03 Jul 202400:30:49

July is a major transition time for folks in the medical field. Just like in many other institutions or professions, in medicine, it's easy to look at new changes and lament that things "aren't like they used to be." However, we should pause to recognize, thankfully, that things can and often do change for the better. This week, Kimberly reflects on the early days of her training and a few changes that she's grateful for. 

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Redemption Song26 Jun 202400:30:25

On today's episode, Ashley reflects on a meaningful patient experience, as well as the privilege and challenges of human doctoring. 

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  • Dr. Lucy Kalanithi (@rocketgirlmd)
  • Annual Paul Kalanithi Writing Award - Dr. McMullen being a judge for the 2024 contest
  • When Breath Becomes Air - by Dr. Paul Kalanithi
  • How many hugs a day do we need? Virginia Satir - Author, social worker, psychotherapist
Stay in the Ring20 Jun 202400:35:15

This episode, Kimberly shares a very personal story of caring for a loved one in the hospital and how it has shifted her perspective as both a doctor and caregiver. 

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Sliding Doors29 May 202400:37:53

This week we share another special episode recorded at the Society of General Internal Medicine annual meeting in Boston, Massachusetts, featuring a very special guest storyteller, Dr. Utibe Essien - an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UCLA School of Medicine, an award-winning health equity researcher, and an all-around dope human doctor. 

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Meeting to Meaning (Live from SGIM 2024!)22 May 202400:37:16

Live from the Society of General Internal Medicine 2024 annual meeting in Boston, MA! Kimberly and Ashley share the stage to tell the story of their first meeting and a meaningful connection that would lead to the beginnings of The Human Doctor Podcast and so much more. 

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Mothers and Babies17 Apr 202400:28:54

In the final episode of this season, Ashley shares a story about a profound experience in residency that shaped her perspective on patients and their families, and how we care for both. 

Have a friend, be a friend10 Apr 202400:27:57

Who are the friends that you can call on no matter what the circumstance? Who are the those that you can trust to love and care for you, even when you feel you don't deserve it? In our busy adult lives, we often miss opportunities to form deep connections beyond the bounds of traditional family and romantic partnerships. However, on this episode Kimberly takes the time to celebrate one of these connections and what it means to her. 

Topics Discussed: See Dr. McMullen & Dr. Manning at the SGIM Meeting!
Joy, Pain, Sunshine and Rain03 Apr 202400:31:53

This week Ashley is back on the mic sharing a story from early adulthood when an unexpected message resonated in unexpected ways. 

Topics Discussed: See Dr. McMullen & Dr. Manning at the SGIM Meeting!
Good Ol' Days09 Oct 202400:33:21

When is the last time you paused to really take in a meaningful moment - big or small? This week, Kimberly shares a reflection on this practice along with an invitation for us all to make time to appreciate the moments we may look back on one day and long for. 

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The Holdovers13 Mar 202400:36:23

Each of us at some point in our lives will have the experience of not being chosen for something or not getting the thing we desperately wanted. This week, Kimberly shares her reflections on this experience and some important lessons along the way. 

Topics Discussed: See Dr. McMullen & Dr. Manning at the SGIM Meeting!
Real Talk06 Mar 202400:24:59

When it comes to difficult news, what we say and how we say it matters a lot, especially in medicine. Today, Ashley recalls a moment in training where this concept became very clear. 

Topics Discussed:
  • Society of General Internal Medicine - Meeting in Boston May 15-18, 2024
  • The Human Doctor Podcast at SGIM
  • Dr. Manning's Life Advice - How to decide what you're going to do or not do: 
    • Is this a nonrepeatable life event? 
    • Will I regret it? 
    • Bonus Question: Who is the person to you?
F.A.F.O.28 Feb 202400:30:04

Even the most humanistic doctors can sometimes make the wrong assumptions about the patients in their care. In this episode, Kimberly reflects on a time when she missed the mark and how that changed her practice. 

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Strong Black Woman21 Feb 202400:29:04

Many of us have heard the disheartening statistic that Black women experience the highest rates of pregnancy-related deaths in the United States, 3x that of white women, and regardless of socioeconomic status. This week Ashley offers a humanistic lens to this fact by sharing the story of her own mother's experience bringing her into this world. 

 

Check out The Human Doctor Podcast at the SGIM Conference in Boston - May 15-18, 2024

When Somebody Loves You Back14 Feb 202400:30:11

On this episode, Kimberly reflects on a really difficult but necessary choice that she made when she was younger. It's a choice that she still makes routinely today. 

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Let the World See07 Feb 202400:25:05

In this episode, Ashley shares the story of a decisive moment where she did something she never could have imagined herself doing before. 

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This is your gift24 Jan 202400:32:06

Today, Kimberly shares about a recent reunion with a person who made a significant difference in her life and career.

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Fleeting Moments18 Jan 202400:26:24

This week, Ashley reflects on a moment where so much changed in the blink of an eye.

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Hey Little Sister10 Jan 202400:31:04

Happy New Year fam! This week, Kimberly shares with us a thoughtful reflection about an interaction she had with a trainee.

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Love Languages23 Dec 202300:28:04

This episode, Ashley shares a recent experience in clinic that helped reshape her views on gifts and giving. We want to also wish all of our listeners a wonderful and safe holiday season. We'll be back in the New Year!

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Go See the Baby25 Sep 202400:26:01

Today, Ashley reflects on the most important gift she received in her medical training - it's one that continues to give, even to this day. 

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  • Make a plan to vote!
Come See About Me13 Dec 202300:29:24

This episode Kimberly shares another compelling story along with some unforgettable advice she received while on the wards at Grady Hospital

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Time-Out06 Dec 202300:32:56

We're back and excited to kick-off another season of storytelling on the Human Doctor Pod. This week, Ashley is on the mic to tell you about an experience in medical training that needed a time-out for serious reflection. 

#TeamYou30 Aug 202300:36:56

We've made it to our final episode of the season. This week we're leaving you with another powerful story from Kimberly about a meaningful exchange she had with a young patient at Grady. As we move into this period of rest/restoration, we continue to extend our deepest gratitude to all our listeners - please know that both Kimberly and Ashley are %100 Team YOU. 

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  • Formally Incarcerated People's Performance Project (link)
  • Virtual Visiting Clerkship Program at Emory
  • Seeing White - Scene on Radio
Trauma-Informed Love23 Aug 202300:34:18

On this episode, Ashley recounts an experience where she had to have a difficult conversation with someone she loves. It's a reminder that even the most cherished relationships can oft times be complicated. 

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Groundhog Day16 Aug 202300:31:21

Kimberly is back on the mic this episode with an insightful reflection on the importance of acknowledgement and its impact, especially towards learners.

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The choice is yours09 Aug 202300:28:14

This week Ashley shares a narrative from her first year on faculty where a difficult patient interaction helped her realize a sense of agency in terms of how the experience unfolded. 

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Stand by me02 Aug 202300:31:12

**Note: this episode contains some explicit language**

Each of us, at one point or another, have faced the choice of whether to stand up for someone or something, even when it comes at a personal cost. We hope that in those moments we'll always choose to do what's right, but because we're humans, we oftentimes fall short. This week, Kimberly shares a powerful reflection about a time when she faced this choice. 

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Who’s (Re)liable?26 Jul 202300:31:29

Stepping into a more senior role often comes with greater responsibilities, as well as greater repercussions for adverse events. Ashley reflects on her first experience stepping into a new attending role and the challenges that came with it. 

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Do Stuff19 Jul 202300:28:58

When was the last time you did something big, purely because you wanted to do it? This week Kimberly shares some wisdom she received from a Grady patient, and how that led to a pivotal moment in her life.

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Wade in the Water12 Jul 202300:31:44

This episode, Ashley shares about a recent experience where she had to push herself outside the boundaries of her comfort zone. 

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No News is Good News18 Sep 202400:29:35

Our words have power - and sometimes a positive word can be life-giving, especially in a world that often prioritizes negativity. This week, Kimberly shares a story about a patient who reminded her of this possibility. 

 

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We Gon’ Be Alright05 Jul 202300:30:07

This week Dr. Manning shares an uplifting reflection on the critical role of representation and what it means to push the boundaries of what we think is possible for ourselves as well as others.

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Topics Discussed: Bonus Listening: 

 

Taking Pride28 Jun 202300:33:06

Have you ever had certain experiences or chance meetings with other people that just seemed meant to be? Whether we believe it is an act of divine will or simply pure luck, those moments can have a lasting impact. This week Ashley shares a story about an important connection that felt predestined. 

 

Check out the following references mentioned in this episode:

The Pain We Carry (newharbinger.com)

Downs Oakland

If you know, you know (#IYKYK)21 Jun 202300:26:29

This week, Kimberly shares an incredible story about an exchange with a young patient who was anticipating a life-changing event.  

Know better, do better07 Jun 202300:30:46

As healthcare providers, we are often in a zone of learning new information and new ways of doing things. Have you ever stopped to ask yourself how your care of a person may have changed had you known back then what you know now? In this episode, Ashley shares a story about a time where she would have done things differently. 

The Right Side of the Steno Pad31 May 202300:31:59

Who are the people in your life that will speak up for you, even when you're not there? Are you that person for someone else? This week Kimberly reflects on key moments that epitomized what it means for someone to truly have your back. 

Little Mercies Everywhere10 May 202300:28:00

This week, Ashley is back in the storytelling hot seat, sharing about a very memorable experience and how it has shaped her perspective going forward. 

And Grace Will Lead You Home03 May 202300:32:16

Welcome back! We're excited to kickstart this next season with a phenomenal story from Kimberly as she reflects on a time when a stranger's unexpected kindness left a lasting impression.

No Fear in Love01 Mar 202300:31:26

In this final episode of Season 4, Ashley looks back on a few key moments in her professional life and personal journey towards greater love and self-acceptance. 

Like a Dog on a Bone23 Feb 202300:28:03

Has someone else's persistence ever moved you to do things you were absolutely convinced you wouldn't do? On this episode, Kimberly examines a series of moves that landed her in a pivotal moment. 

Flag on the Play15 Feb 202300:31:08

Have you ever had an experience that felt out of completely out of control? Even in the midst of turmoil, sometimes we must throw down a flag and find a moment to reflect. This week, Ashley shares a story and the lessons learned from it. 

Words of Affirmation11 Sep 202400:31:36

This week, Ashley reflects on some pivotal experiences from medical training and the lessons she learned. 

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No One Can Tell You What You Know08 Feb 202300:26:27

Oftentimes the best thing we can do for those we care for, as well as for ourselves, is to be still and know exactly who we are. On today's episode, Kimberly drops some serious wisdom as she recalls an experience when she first learned this lesson well. 

Scattered, Smothered, and Covered01 Feb 202300:27:34

This week Ashley reflects on a patient encounter that started off on rocky terms. 

Everybody Can’t Go25 Jan 202300:28:14

How many of us struggle to say no to the many tasks and asks that place a heavy toll on our well-being? This week, Kimberly reflects on a time where she had to reconcile what was being asked of her and how much she could give. 

N of 111 Jan 202300:31:35

At many points in life, we may find ourselves tasked with letting go of our attachments, but not our hope. This week Ashley reflects on an experience where this lesson be very real.

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