Empathy Differentials

In one of the most incredible journeys into medicine, medical student Carlos tells the story of how he found his calling in neurosurgery and delivers the details on what patients need to understand behind the scenes.

Maritza discusses the stories of her many medical experiences as a caregiver for her sister, as she and her mother continue to be fierce advocates in a system that wasn't quite built for their loved one.

Talking about healing from a different perspective, Dr B clarifies the role of a palliative care doctor and hospice team while dispelling some of the myths surrounding death and end of life care.

In an incredibly transparent interview, Victor takes us on a detailed tour of his experiences in various hospitals as a patient with Sickle Cell Disease. He has some important takeaways for patients, physicians, and for health systems as a whole. 

This episode was produced by Anisha Kumar, a brilliant student mentee. 

Dr. W shares with us his journey from Barbados (the home of the great Rihanna!) to the US, in this insightful interview about care across the world, lessons learned, and the future of medicine.

Today we meet with Coach Jimmie, a man in his 40s who was hospitalized after a series of mysterious symptoms that scarily kept him in the hospital for several days.

We all have a reason for starting podcasting journeys. This is my why for this show-- bridging the empathy differentials between patients and healthcare providers.