The wonderful Pádraig Ó Tuama is on the podcast today! Pádraig shares how his relationship to poetry and theology shaped his work in conflict resolution. We discuss the duality of conflict as both destructive and generative, exploring how conflict can lead to positive outcomes when approached thoughtfully. I share some of the system challenges and ideological conflicts that have emerged in healthcare, and Pádraig offers wisdom and insights in how these can be navigated without causing more harm to one another. I was so nourished by this conversation, and I hope you will be too!Learn more about Pádraig's work and podcast here: https://poetryunbound.substack.com/
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In this episode, Joan reflects on the concept of power as a central theme for her year. She explores the distinction between external and internal sources of power, discussing how societal structures influence our understanding of power dynamics. She encourages listeners to reflect on their own sources of power and to choose a theme for the year that resonates with them.
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In this episode, Joan reflects on the concept of continuity of care in healthcare, discussing its implications, challenges, and the need for a redefined approach. She advocates for a collective responsibility in ensuring continuity of care, moving away from the notion that individual clinicians must bear the entire burden. The conversation highlights the systemic issues that contribute to burnout and the need for a supportive healthcare environment.
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Joan is the only human in her van for the last time in 2024 and sharing a short and sweet dose of humanity for you on this Christmas holiday week.

In this episode of The Other Human in the Room, Joan and Dr Dale Guenter explore the themes of human-centered medicine, spirituality, and the challenges faced by healthcare professionals. Dale shares his journey into medicine, his experiences with burnout, and the importance of compassion in patient care. They discuss the role of spirituality in understanding patient suffering and the significance of being present in the moment, utilizing the heart, head, and gut as centers of knowing. Dale shares his journey of navigating spirituality within the medical field and the importance of embracing personal passions outside of work.

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In this conversation, Joan and Stephanie explore the application of Agile and Scrum principles in the healthcare sector. They discuss the importance of adapting these frameworks to foster innovation, collaboration, and effective problem-solving in complex environments like healthcare. The conversation emphasizes the need for a shift from traditional industrial approaches to more human-centered, iterative methods that prioritize value delivery and responsiveness to change. Stephanie emphasizes the significance of personal leadership and the human element in utilizing metrics effectively, while Joan reflects on the challenges faced in implementing these concepts in practice.
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I went to the Eras Tour and of course I HAD to talk about it!! My dear friend Caroline, with whom I have had many Taylor Swift conversations, volunteered to come on the podcast to talk to me about the show.
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This episode is the 2nd in a series I have been creating on my family full of physicians. This week's conversation feels particularly personal and tender to me - because it's with my dad! All family relationships are complex, including this one, and we explore the inspiring and emotional realities of being both father-daughter and two physicians with differing views on science & society.
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Joan explores the pervasive fear of forgetting, particularly in the context of healthcare. She discusses how this fear can lead to anxiety and shame, and emphasizes the importance of understanding memory as a dynamic process rather than a static storage system. Joan shares personal strategies for managing forgetfulness, including the use of external resources and the importance of self-compassion. The conversation highlights the need to shift our perspectives on forgetting and embrace the complexity of our brains.
Book recomendation from the episode: https://lisafeldmanbarrett.com/books/seven-and-a-half-lessons-about-the-brain/
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Today's episode is the first of what I hope will be a series of conversations where I get personal in a brand new way: by interviewing members of my family! One of the interesting facts about my family, especially the Dobsons (my mom's side), are that there are a LOT of doctors. In this first episode, I start with the most senior living member of this medical lineage, and interview my Great Uncle Jack (aka Dr John Blake Dobson), as well as his daughter Susan Dobson. I hope you find this exploration of medicine through the generations as meaningful as I have!

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