The Nocturnists

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Art as Recovery with Matthew Wetschler, MD Dec 15, 2022

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In this episode, Emily speaks with physician-painter Matthew Wetschler about pushing limits, the tension between presence and absence, and how he's remained curious in the aftermath of crisis.

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The Myth of Normal with Gabor Maté, MD Dec 08, 2022

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Emily speaks with physician and author, Dr. Gabor Maté about his latest book, The Myth of Normal, which explores the connections between our environment, psychological wounds, and medical disease.

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The Fun of Medical Fiction with Shirlene Obuobi, MD Dec 01, 2022

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In this episode, Emily speaks with physician, artist, and author, Shirlene Obuobi about fiction as escapism, and the stories behind her debut novel, On Rotation.

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Giving Tuesday Gratitude & 2023 Preview Nov 29, 2022

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Hi Listeners! Today is Giving Tuesday, and we wanted to take this time to express our gratitude and let you know what's coming up on The Nocturnists podcast. Thank you for supporting our work in transforming medical culture through storytelling.

To learn more, head to thenocturnists.com.

10 - Shame in Medicine: Until We Meet Again Nov 15, 2022

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Over the last nine episodes, we've listened to dozens upon dozens of clinicians tell their stories about shame. What have we learned? What can we take away from all of this? And where do we go from here?

Find show notes, discussion guide, transcript, and more at thenocturnists-shame.org.

9 - Shame in Medicine: The Unwell Doctor Nov 08, 2022

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According to medical culture, a clinician should "fix" illness, not have one – especially not a mental illness. But in reality, mental illness is incredibly common, and a huge source of shame, which may prevent us from seeking help. In this episode, we hear stories of sadness, "madness," stigma, grief, and the potential for healing.

If you or someone you love needs help, please see our list of "resources" in the episode show notes at thenocturnists-shame.org where you can find free, confidential support. And, as always, please take good care of yourself, whatever that may mean for you.

8 - Shame in Medicine: In Hiding Nov 01, 2022

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When healthcare workers put on their uniforms to go to work, what other roles, masks, or disguises do they put on as well? The norms and standards of our workplace culture are often more implicit than explicit, but many of us still go to great lengths to present a curated version of self at work that fits into this unspoken code of conduct. The right mask, we tell ourselves, will win the respect and trust of our colleagues and protect us from painful judgments and feelings of alienation. But what are the side effects of hiding parts of ourselves at work? And what about the parts of ourselves that remain exposed?

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7 - Shame in Medicine: On Trial Oct 25, 2022

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1 in 10 physicians will get sued at some point in their career – but physicians rarely discuss this, much less prepare for it. How do we bring litigation, and all the stress and shame associated with it, out of the shadows?

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6 - Shame in Medicine: The Mistake Oct 18, 2022

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For most clinicians, the idea of harming a patient is a worst nightmare. But in a high-stakes profession, practiced by humans in a dysfunctional system, errors are nearly inevitable. So how do we deal with the shame that follows?

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5 - Shame in Medicine: Indoctrination Oct 11, 2022

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In medical culture, shame is often wielded as a teaching tool. We shame learners for not knowing, for forgetting, for making mistakes. When does this serve us? When is it harmful? Is there a better way?

Find show notes, discussion guide, transcript, and more at thenocturnists-shame.org.