The Human Doctor

We're back! After a restorative break, we're on the mic again for another season of stories, conversation, and connectedness! This week Ashley shares story from her time in medical school and how it shaped her perception of a particular specialty. 

Oftentimes the most important moments of our lives occur exactly when we least expect. For this final episode of Season 3, Kimberly shares a story of how the stars aligned in all the ways she never saw coming.

How often do we stop to take in the day-to-day moments in life that are truly awe-inspiring? This week, Ashley reflects on one of these moments and how it changed her.   

It's not often that we find ourselves immersed in an experience that is completely new and outside our normal comfort zones. However, when we do, it can leave us forever changed. This week, Kimberly recalls an event that left a lasting impact. 

One of the biggest challenges we continue to face in medicine is taking the time to be still and truly see the person in front of us. This week Ashley reflects on an experience with a patient where an unexpected bond was formed.

In medicine and in life we don't always get things right, but we do have to own up to our decisions. This week Kimberly reflects on how a particular decision impacted her during medical training. 

We often face choices that are very painful but also can lead us to a life of greater authenticity. Along the way, it's important that we affirm our truest selves and recognize that each of us is uniquely incredible. This week Ashley shares a story about part of this journey. 

In this episode, Kimberly and Ashley pay a special tribute to those they've lost. 

Through our hardest times - sometimes you just need someone who sees you and understands. Kimberly shares a powerful reflection this week on what it means to step into the fellowship of suffering with another human being. 

How often do we stop to think about how tasks that feel menial or annoying to us, may make a huge difference in the lives of those we care for? In this episode, Ashley reflects on a time where this question really hit home.