Empathy Differentials

Sneha Daya, MD
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Empathy Differentials is a podcast about rebuilding the empathy and trust between patients and providers. In an era of misinformation, mistrust, and barriers to authentic relationships between patients and their providers, we invite both to share their truths and re-explore humanism. Hosted by: Sneha Daya, MD Produced by: Anisha Kumar

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  1. EPISODE 1

    Talking Ugly

    Maritza discusses the stories of her many medical experiences as a caregiver for her sister, as she and her mother continue to be fierce advocates in a system that wasn't quite built for their loved one.

    43 min

  2. EPISODE 2

    4:30 AM

    In one of the most incredible journeys into medicine, medical student Carlos tells the story of how he found his calling in neurosurgery and delivers the details on what patients need to understand behind the scenes.

    59 min

  3. EPISODE 3

    Finish Lines

    As a young patient diagnosed with a chronic illness, Dari gives us a lens to look at priorities, identities, and values while living life to the fullest with Lupus. An inspiring story for other young patients and youth living with chronic conditions.

    44 min

  4. EPISODE 4

    A New Normal

    In this thought-provoking interview with three rehabilitation specialists from physical therapy (PT), occupational therapy (OT), and speech & language pathology (SLP), we learn the importance of human-centeredness in post-acute care.

    54 min

  5. EPISODE 5

    Fertile Ground

    Dealing with infertility at an early age, patient Susan shares the heartbreaking and rewarding pathway to motherhood she experienced, and lays down the lessons for all of us to understand about those struggling to get to parenthood. *Activation warning- for those of you who are on this journey or have dealt with this in the past, this may be comforting or activating. Please take self-care if you are listening and feel free to not listen knowing the topic is a challenging one.

    45 min

  6. EPISODE 6

    Fix Me

    As the year comes to a close, the holidays are often associated with joy, connection, and belonging—but for many, they can also deepen feelings of isolation, depression, and anxiety. In this episode, licensed professional counselor Molly draws on her own lived experiences to explore the complex and often unsettling realities of mental health in the current era, inviting listeners into an honest and compassionate conversation.

    46 min

  7. EPISODE 7

    FAQs and FACTS: Decoding the Hospital Admission

    I am joined by my west coast best friends as we traverse the challenging questions patients ask us as we take care of them IN the hospital. Hospital admissions are a tough and very vulnerable point in time, and we aim to take some of the mystery out of the processes that patients encounter.

    54 min

  8. EPISODE 8

    The Great Equalizer

    In running a health policy and public health course with medical students and trainees this month, I was inspired to invite a policy change maker and experienced advocate to the podcast. In a message of hope, Rebecca shares with us the pivots of her career that keep guiding her to her ultimate prize, better patient care for all.

    49 min
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Empathy Differentials is a podcast about rebuilding the empathy and trust between patients and providers. In an era of misinformation, mistrust, and barriers to authentic relationships between patients and their providers, we invite both to share their truths and re-explore humanism. Hosted by: Sneha Daya, MD Produced by: Anisha Kumar

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  • Creator
    Sneha Daya, MD
  • Episodes
    13
  • Seasons
    2
  • Rating
    Explicit