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HuMed with David Spiro, MD

David Spiro
Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Public Health
Procedural Sedation
Night Shift
Medical Education
Education & Mentorship
Aging
Arkansas Children's Hospital
Trauma Care
Arkansas Children's
Photography
Gun Violence
Pediatrics
Compassionate Care
Education and Training In Sedation
Gut Microbiome
Listening / Communication In Medicine
Circadian Health
Cardiometabolic Syndrome
LGBTQIA2S+

HuMed goes beyond diagnoses and procedures to explore the profound human experiences of medical professionals. Join Dr. Spiro as he engages in deep, candid conversations with fellow doctors, nurses, and other healthcare providers. They share the often-unseen realities of their work in the demanding hospital environment – the challenging cases, the emotional toll, and the ethical dilemmas they navi... more

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Latest Episodes

What happens when a patient changes your life forever?

In this unforgettable episode of HuMed, pediatric orthopedic surgeon Dr. Ron Turker shares the remarkable story of a one-month-old infant who arrived in the emergency department with multiple fr... more

What happens after a family says “yes” to organ donation?

In this powerful episode of HuMed, transplant surgeon Dr. Charles Strom shares the story of a young organ donor whose life—and legacy—left a lasting impact on him during his first week of tra... more

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Dr. Jay Pershad — PEM physician, professor at George Washington, and faculty at Children's National — joins Dr. David Spiro for an unflinching conversation about the moments that define a career in pediatric emergency medicine.

Jay shares a story th... more

What happens when a high-risk OB can't diagnose her own son?

Dr. Sarah Pachtman-Shetty is a double board-certified maternal-fetal medicine specialist — a doctor trained to manage the most critical pregnancies imaginable. But when her two-year-old so... more

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Recent Guests

Jenna Taglienti
Sikachi Residency Program Director at Mather Hospital Northwell Health; Assistant Professor at Zucker School of Medicine
Mather Hospital, Northwell Health; Zucker School of Medicine
Episode: Time Is Finite: Dr. Jenna Taglienti on the Physician's Illusion of Control and Shift in Priorities
Stephen Sanders, MD
Board-certified family physician; founder of Whole Men's Health; longevity and hormone optimization expert
Whole Men's Health
Episode: His Labs Were Normal. But He Was Crashing.
Barry Davis
Physician scientist and clinical trialist who helped shape modern cardiovascular prevention
Cardiovascular prevention research; author
Episode: The Prevention Mindset That Could Save Millions
Josh Daily
Pediatric cardiologist, educator, author
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences / University of Cincinnati (former), Little Rock faculty
Episode: He Was the Doctor—Then He Found a Brain Tumor
David Shapiro
Incredibly talented surgeon and advocate specializing in procurement, transplantation, and trauma surgery
University of Connecticut; Stop the Bleed program chair (mentioned)
Episode: A Surgeon Used Slurs in My Residency Interview
Pooja Patel
Occupational therapist and geriatric specialist
Aging Together / Aging Together Unfiltered
Episode: Hospital-Acquired Deconditioning: Pooja Patel Explains the Crisis
Chi Oraedu
Academic hospitalist and nocturnist; founder of Yale Aura; author and coach on night-shift wellness
Yale Aura; Thriving After Burnout (co-author)
Episode: The Night Shift Anxiety with Dr. Chi Oraedu
Hillary Mayberry
Assistant Professor and leader at the Physician Assistant Program, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS)
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS)
Episode: The Power of Listening: How Curiosity Transformed a Student's Life
Dr. Rob Beck
Physician, host of the Interesting MD podcast
Private practice, Nashville then Canada
Episode: Why This Doctor Left U.S. Medicine for Canada | Burnout, Mental Health & Starting Over

Host

David Spiro
Host of HuMed; physician and medical journalist guiding conversations with clinicians on human experiences in medicine.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • Docs Getting Real

    Wonderful peek behind the white-coat curtain. Doctors straight talking their way through the days and nights of caring, truly caring, for others.

    Beneath the broken system lies love and empathy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Turk4-4
    United States6 months ago
  • Wonderful insights! 🥲

    This is a great resource for any clinician who feels they’ve lost or want to strengthen their ability to remain empathetic and compassionate in tough circumstances. Also a great resource for patients or families looking to gain insight on what’s really going on in their provider’s heads when the situation seems to have disallowed for human connection between patients and providers. Thanks for bringing the Human back into medicine, Dr. Spiro!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DrJessDC
    United Statesa year ago

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The show is a strong resource for understanding burnout, patient-centered care, and advocacy in medicine.
Many value the empathy and human connection highlighted by guests and host.
Listeners appreciate the unflinching look at the realities of medical work and care.

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The Protein Gap: Why Women Are Starving Their Muscles
Q: What does the five-pillar foundation look like in practice for your clients?
Nutrition focuses on enough calories, protein, and balanced meals; movement emphasizes strength training and overall activity; sleep centers on a consistent schedule and circadian rhythm; nervous system work targets stress regulation; environment covers exposures and lifestyle factors. Together they create a sustainable path to hormonal health.
The 40-Year Memory: Why Your Words Matter More Than Your Scalpel
Q: Tell us about the story you'd like to share today and why it matters to you.
The guest describes a series of anecdotes centered on a mentor who treated children as his own, emphasizing lasting connections with families. He reflects on how these relationships shaped his own approach to care, teaching him to balance surgical excellence with deep compassion, and to recognize that what may seem routine to the surgeon can be a life-changing event for a family.
The Prevention Mindset That Could Save Millions
Q: Where can our audience get a copy of Preventioneers?
The guest says it can be purchased on Amazon, from Johns Hopkins University Press, or at Barnes & Noble, with a release date in May and pre-orders available.
Time Is Finite: Dr. Jenna Taglienti on the Physician's Illusion of Control and Shift in Priorities
Q: How is this experience likely to change the way you engage with patients and your role as a teacher?
It will mostly shape the emphasis on boundaries, presence with patients, and modeling vulnerability for learners, while preserving compassion and advocacy.
Time Is Finite: Dr. Jenna Taglienti on the Physician's Illusion of Control and Shift in Priorities
Q: Was the diagnosis sort of a level set for you in some ways?
The diagnosis served as a turning point that clarified what truly mattered, prompting a reordering of priorities and a commitment to living with greater intention.

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Frequently Asked Questions About HuMed with David Spiro, MD

What is HuMed with David Spiro, MD about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on the human side of medicine, featuring candid conversations with physicians, clinicians, and healthcare professionals as they share burnout, burnout recovery, personal health journeys, equity, advocacy, and patient-centered care. Episodes often blend personal storytelling with practical takeaways on resilience, communication, inclusion, and system-level challenges, making it useful for listeners who want authentic insights into medical practice, leadership, and the emotional realities of hospital life. A notable strength is the willingness to tackle sensitive topics—discrimination, burnout, sleep and night-shift wellness—through first-hand experiences and thoughtful commentary, which can inform broad audiences from clini... more

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1. Jenna Taglienti
2. Stephen Sanders, MD
3. Barry Davis
4. Josh Daily
5. David Shapiro
6. Pooja Patel
7. Chi Oraedu
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