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HuMed with David Spiro, MD

David Spiro
Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Emergency Medicine
Public Health
Pediatrics
Procedural Sedation
Night Shift
Arkansas Children's Hospital
Little Rock, United States
Artificial Intelligence
Organ Donation
Trauma Therapy
Cancer Research
Medical Education
Mental Health
Integrative Medicine
Normothermic Regional Perfusion
Brain Death
Military
Nursing
Aging

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 would you do if someone were bleeding severely—and help was miles away?

In this episode of HuMED, Dr. David Spiro welcomes back surgeon and critical care physician Dr. David Shapiro for a powerful conversation about the moment that changed how ... more

What happens when a physician suddenly finds himself responding to one of the largest non-nuclear explosions in modern history?

In this episode of HuMED, Dr. David Spiro speaks with Dr. Khalil Diab, a pulmonologist, critical care physician, associat... more

What if one of the most important tools for healthy aging isn’t another pill—but preserving your strength?

Dr. David Spiro welcomes back Dr. Heather Hinshelwood, an emergency medicine physician whose work has expanded from treating acute medical cri... more

Most of us assume that if someone is bleeding, help will arrive in time.

Trauma surgeon Dr. David Shapiro says that’s not always true.

In this powerful conversation, David shares the mountain biking accident that forever changed how he thinks about... more

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Recent Guests

Julia Bruckner
Pediatric Emergency Medicine physician, writer, editor
University of Colorado (Pediatrics/EM); JAMA contributor
Episode: He Taught Me to Be a Doctor, He was Not a Doctor
Ron Turker
Pediatric orthopedic surgeon, author
Kaiser Permanente (Portland), formerly OHSU and Shriners Hospitals
Episode: From Patient To Daughter
Charles Strom
Transplant surgeon and chief of surgical services at New England Donor Services
New England Donor Services
Episode: The 10-Year-Old Organ Donor a Transplant Surgeon Will Never Forget
Jay Pershad
Professor of Emergency Medicine and Pediatrics; PEM clinician and educator at George Washington School of Medicine and Health Sciences; Children's National, DC
George Washington School of Medicine and Health Sciences; Children's National
Episode: Am I Missing Anything?
Sarah Pachtman-Shetty
Maternal-fetal medicine specialist
Uma Health (telehealth)
Episode: Healthy Mama Doc Almost Lost Her Own Son
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

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 States7 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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Healing From Medical Errors: A Doctor's Story | Dr. Don Arnold
Q: What lessons emerged from the Nina letter episode and the later eulogy?
The guest describes redemption and forgiveness as central outcomes, turning a painful omission into a commitment to improve patient relationships and to acknowledge families' meaning beyond the immediate clinical encounter.
Healing From Medical Errors: A Doctor's Story | Dr. Don Arnold
Q: How did your early career experiences shape your approach to patient families today?
The guest explains that learning to respond with empathy, attending memorial services when possible, and treating families with ongoing care rather than a one-time interaction reshaped his practice, making space for presence and connection.
From the Front Lines to the Patient's Bedside | HuMed with David Spiro MD
Q: What changes have you noticed in your responsibilities since you transitioned from paramedic to nurse?
As a nurse, you hold primary responsibility for the patient from start to finish, including education and family communication, which is more expansive than the field role.
From the Front Lines to the Patient's Bedside | HuMed with David Spiro MD
Q: How has your military background influenced your approach in the pediatric ER?
It created a culture of controlled chaos and clear, trained responses, plus a strong emphasis on teamwork and debriefing to process intense events and support teammates.
The Role of Chiropractic in Patient Care
Q: How do you address stress and breathing in patients and clinicians to support recovery and prevent future issues?
She details the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique, mindful breathing, posture correction, and educational resources to help patients build core stability and stress resilience, emphasizing whole-body health and prevention.

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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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2. Ron Turker
3. Charles Strom
4. Jay Pershad
5. Sarah Pachtman-Shetty
6. Jenna Taglienti
7. Stephen Sanders, MD
8. Barry Davis

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