The Human Doctor

Be Still and Know

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.

You Don’t Know Jack

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. 

Me, Myself, and Mahalia

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. 

What My Grief Looks Like

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

The Fellowship of Suffering

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. 

Power to the People

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. 

You think you know, but you have no idea

Happy Pod-i-versary! It's been one year since we launched The Human Doctor Podcast and we're commemorating this milestone with another phenomenal story of humanism in medicine. This week Kimberly reflects on a pivotal lesson she learned from her patients at Grady Hospital.

Low-key Unessential

In a culture that places high value on productivity, there is a lot of pressure to do things, as well as fear of what happens when we don't. In this week's episode, Ashley reflects on this idea.

This Too Shall Pass

Have you ever experienced something so hard or so devastating that you found yourself questioning whether things would ever get better? Yea, we've been there too. This week, Kimberly shares a story about one of those times. 

”Soft Skills”

Often the most important skills we learn in medicine are the ones least recognized or valued. Listen in to this week's conversation as Ashley reflects on a memorable experience and how those skills came through.