Memoirs in Medicine Dr. Jon Oden and Dr. David Spiro

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 just about medical miracles, but the essence of compassionate care.

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

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

In this episode, 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. 

In this episode, 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 story in Diabetes Spectrum.  

Coming March 30, 2023!

We all see doctors. We tell them what’s wrong and we want them to help us. But rarely do we ask them how they’re feeling.
Introducing Memoirs in Medicine. On each episode, one healthcare worker will share a moment from their career that has profoundly affected them and provide one suggestion, no matter how big or small, for improving the practice of medicine.
The podcast is co-hosted by Dr. David Spiro, a pediatric emergency room physician, and Dr. Jon Oden, a pediatric endocrinologist. They are passionate about highlighting the humanity in healthcare and creating a space for candid and respectful discussion. Memoirs in Medicine premieres March 30th wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe now to have the first episode delivered to you automatically. 

And learn more at MemoirsinMedicine.com.