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The practice of medicine–filled with moments of joy, suffering, grace, sorrow, and hope–offers a window into the human condition. Though serving as guides and companions to patients’ illness experiences is profoundly meaningful work, the busy nature of modern medicine can blind its own practitioners to the reasons they entered it in the first place. Join resident physician Henry Bair and oncologis... more

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The hospital can be a harsh backdrop to many of life’s most pivotal events. Alarms blare at inopportune times, rounding doctors intrude on delicate conversations, and vigilant nurses disrupt rare periods of rest. All the chaos can add to the stress o... more

Many patients interpret their illness through the lens of their religious tradition. Sometimes this process brings hope, comfort, or growth – but other times it compounds their suffering. What are patients supposed to do when they don’t see their liv... more

The creation of Medicare and Medicaid in 1965 enabled millions of Americans to meaningfully access healthcare for the first time — and dramatically increased demand for doctors. The passage of the Hart-Celler Immigration and Nationality Act a few mon... more

The epidemic of physician burnout isn’t just a personal problem. Burned out doctors are more likely to make mistakes, less likely to follow preventative care guidelines, and more likely to have dissatisfied patients. When a burned out physician leave... more

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Recent Guests

Melanie Ambler
Fourth-year medical student at Stanford and professional cellist
Stanford University
Episode: Musical Rounds | Melanie Ambler
Jonathan Weinkle
Clinical assistant professor; Med-Peds physician; author
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine; Squirrel Hill Health Center; Jewish Healthcare Foundation; Chatham University
Episode: Medicine in the Narrow Place | Jonathan Weinkle MD, FAAP, FACP
Eram Alam
Professor of History, Harvard University
Harvard University
Episode: Immigrant Physicians and American Healthcare | Eram Alam, PhD
Mary Brandt
Pediatric surgeon and emeritus professor of surgery, pediatrics, and medical ethics at Baylor College of Medicine
Baylor College of Medicine
Episode: Healing the Healers | Mary Brandt, MD
Bob Wachter
Dr. Bob Wachter, professor and chair of medicine at UCSF; leading voice in hospital medicine and AI in health care
University of California, San Francisco (UCSF)
Episode: AI and the Biggest Experiment in Medicine | Robert Wachter, MD
Devan Stahl
Author, clinical ethicist, professor of bioethics and religion at Baylor University
Baylor University
Episode: What is Medicine For? | Devan Stahl, PhD
Farzad Mostashari
Public health leader, physician, founder of Aledade
Aledade
Episode: The Promise of Value-Based Medicine | Farzad Mostashari, MD
Bryant Lin
Primary care physician and educator at Stanford University
Stanford University
Episode: The Physician and His Doctor | Bryant Lin, MD & Heather Wakelee, MD
Heather Wakelee
Oncologist specializing in lung cancer at Stanford University
Stanford University
Episode: The Physician and His Doctor | Bryant Lin, MD & Heather Wakelee, MD

Hosts

Henry Bair
Host of The Doctor's Art; resident physician
Tyler Johnson
Co-host of The Doctor's Art; oncologist

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 754 ratings
  • Fascinating!

    Henry and Tyler get truly intriguing conversations going with their guests. I’m especially intrigued by the episode this week 5/1/25.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DrAnn5151
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great and inspirational!

    Great and inspirational! I recommend this podcast strongly.👏🎶

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fotokorth
    Italy2 years ago
  • Deep Meaningjnful Conversations

    I came across this podcast couple months ago and have been enjoying it immensely since. Each guest has their very unique perspective in the deeper meaning of medicine and what each can do to not lose sight on those things due to burnt out etc. I really appreciate the time and efforts that got put into this. Everyone should take a listen! So much you can gain from these!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jen who cant use this app
    United States2 years ago
  • Incredibly inspiring

    The guests and stories are all inspiring, whether it's because of the humanism or because of the accomplishments. These episodes have some truly remarkable people. Very impressed over here.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Caduce07
    United States2 years ago
  • Promising Show

    Looks like this show is in its second year but it's quite impressive who they've managed to talk to. The conversations are fairly high quality though I did wish the audio quality was more consistent (I know it's sometimes not the show's fault but still). Hope the hosts continue improving.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Nubian Lyaness
    United States2 years ago

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Some note production quality variability but still rate content highly and stay engaged.
Listeners praise thoughtful, human-centered conversations and the variety of guests.
Many appreciate how episodes address burnout and meaning in medicine with depth and empathy.

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The Promise of Value-Based Medicine | Farzad Mostashari, MD
Q: What would a patient experience look like under a value-based, primary-care-led system?
A patient would experience more accessible, coordinated care with proactive management, less unnecessary hospitalization, and closer clinician-patient relationships, enabled by data sharing, better care transitions, and payment models that reward keeping people healthy rather than documenting services.
The Promise of Value-Based Medicine | Farzad Mostashari, MD
Q: How did EMRs evolve in the U.S., and why did they end up focused on billing rather than prevention?
He explains that the rollout prioritized documentation to support billing under fee-for-service, leading to templates and checklists that rewarded paperwork over patient outcomes. The transition toward value-based models aimed to realign incentives toward prevention and better health results.
The Promise of Value-Based Medicine | Farzad Mostashari, MD
Q: What initially drew you to medicine, and how did that shape your career?
He describes a lifelong pull between hands-on clinical care and public health, inspired by family experiences and exposure to both bedside healing and population health. This blend guided him toward roles that connect patient care with policy and system-level change.
The Physician and His Doctor | Bryant Lin, MD & Heather Wakelee, MD
Q: What is your approach to first visits with patients facing daunting cancer diagnoses?
The process begins by understanding what the patient already knows and helping them frame their fears with realistic information about their condition.
Joyspan and Aging | Kerry Burnight, MD
Q: How can a person actually find meaning in their life if they feel it lacks meaning?
Finding meaning requires intention and recognizing opportunities for kindness and connection in everyday interactions.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Doctor's Art

What is The Doctor's Art about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on medicine as a humanistic practice, weaving stories from clinicians, researchers, and health leaders with broader questions about meaning, ethics, and patient experience. Episodes frequently explore burnout, wellness, patient-centered care, and the moral dimensions of healthcare, often through conversations that mix personal journeys with practical guidance for clinicians and caregivers. Notable strengths include a diverse range of guest backgrounds (physicians, ethicists, historians, public health leaders) and a willingness to tackle spirituality, technology, and systemic issues without shying away from tough topics. Listeners who crave thoughtful, humane discourse on medicine and its impact on lives will likely find thi... more

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Recent guests on The Doctor's Art include:

1. Melanie Ambler
2. Jonathan Weinkle
3. Eram Alam
4. Mary Brandt
5. Bob Wachter
6. Devan Stahl
7. Farzad Mostashari
8. Bryant Lin

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