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June 28, 2024

Preparing for the Worst

Send us a Text Message. On this episode, Charles Wooley recounts a life-changing moment in his early career as a paramedic that involved a lifeless baby and a desperate mother. He takes us through the panic of such an intense...

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June 13, 2024

Helping Families Battle Rare Conditions

Send us a Text Message. What happens when a young child's severe fatigue and abnormal lab results reveal a more complex medical scenario than one would expect? On this episode of Memoirs in Medicine, we sit down with Dr. Juan...

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April 10, 2024

Against All Odds

Dr. Paulette Mehta knows about the fragility of life at its earliest and in the twilight years. She introduces us to James, a child whose battle with cancer defied the doubts of many. Our conversation with Dr. Mehta is not …

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March 10, 2024

Setting Boundaries with Patients

Dr. Erica Liebelt talks about a moment in her career when she realized that one simple question could make a big difference.

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Feb. 22, 2024

Good Communication For Meaningful Change

Dr. Elizabeth Hanson recalls a moment that reminded her of the frailty of life, the importance of compassion, and the impact of good communication.

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Feb. 6, 2024

Making Healthcare Personal Again

Memoirs in Medicine co-host Dr. David Spiro shares a personal story about the healthcare his mom received in the final months of her life, which he says seemed crude and barbaric.

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March 30, 2023

A Competitive Medical School Culture

Memoirs in Medicine co-host Dr. Jon Oden shares his personal story. Having a chronic disease while in medical school came with its challenges. Dr. Oden says it also came with discrimination. You can read more about Dr. Oden's...

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