The Human Doctor

"Be nice, or leave"

How you treat people always matters; and in places or spaces where there are differences in power, it's even more important to recognize the type of impact we can have on others. Here, Ashley shares a story from training and lessons she learned from a negative interaction. 

Topics Discussed:

• White Coat Investor - On YouTube
• Look out for Dr. McMullen and Dr. Manning at the SGIM National Meeting - May 2025!

What's the Point?

At a time when concepts like diversity and inclusivity may seem dilute or even controversial in some cases, it's worth revisiting the WHY behind DEI. This episode, Kimberly highlights how proximity to a very different lived experience set her up to become a better doctor and better human.

 

Look out for Dr. McMullen and Dr. Manning at the SGIM National Meeting - May 2025!

Take the Leap

The HD Pod is back! This week Ashley shares some important updates from our time away and a story that highlights the importance of taking the occasional leap of faith, especially in times that feel difficult or uncertain. 

Topics Discussed: 

• Unrivaled - Women's Basketball League
• Poet Andrea Gibson
• All Fours, by Miranda July 
• Australia recs: State Library of New South Wales, The Rocks, Botanic Gardens of Sydney
• Look out for Dr. McMullen and Dr. Manning at the SGIM National Meeting - May 2025
   

Right and Wrong

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 Cry

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. 

Good Ol' Days

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. 

Topics Discussed:

• Nexus Summit 2024 Conference 
• The Message - by Ta-Nehisi Coates
• Marcus Bookstore - Oakland, CA
• Playground - by Richard Powers
• "Cherish the Day" - by Sade
• Make a plan to vote!

Go See the Baby

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. 

Topics Discussed:

• Make a plan to vote!

No News is Good News

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. 

 

Topics Discussed:

• Women in Medicine Summitt 2024 - Dr. Manning's Closing Keynote Speech 
• Beyond the A Word: Reproductive Life Stories 
• Make a plan to vote!

Words of Affirmation

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

Topics Discussed:

• The Five Love Languages
• Middlesex by Jeffrey Eugenides
• Slow AF Run Club by Martinus Evans
• Make a plan to vote!

Hell No -- I Won't Go!

In today's episode, Kimberly describes an encounter with a patient that pushed her to think differently about what it means to "do no harm"

 

Topics Discussed:

• The Fire Next Time - by James Baldwin, audiobook narrated by Jesse L. Martin
• NYT 100 Best Books of the 21^st Century 
  • Panchinko by Min Jin Lee
  • Trust by Hernan Diaz
  • Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin
  • An American Marriage by Tayari Jones
• The Love Songs of W.E.B. Du Bois by Honorée Fanonne Jeffers
• Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi 
• Make a plan to vote!