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In this episode, Dr. Saba Fatima and Dr. Melissa Ortiz discuss the topic of shame in medicine.

They explore the definition of shame and how it differs from guilt.

They also examine the cultural ideals and expectations in medicine that contribute to feelings of shame, such as the pressure to be perfect, the fear of making mistakes, and the gender biases that exist. The conversation touches on the shame experienced by women in medicine, particularly around pregnancy and motherhood. The episode concludes with a discussion on the importance of self-compassion and challenging societal norms to combat shame. The conversation ends with a reminder to live a life that you're proud of and to have the courage to start over if needed.




Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast
04:00
Finding Joy in Medicine
06:45
Cultural Ideals and Expectations in Medicine
10:18
The Pressure of Time and Expectations
15:13
Shame in Independent Practice
18:15
Shame in Home Life
20:00
Childbearing and Career in Medicine
24:45
Introduction and Childhood Ideals
25:35
Cultural Expectations and Perfectionism
26:25
The Pressure of Medicine and Mental Health
27:16
Questioning the Status Quo
28:41
Gender Differences in Shame
29:37
Acceptance of Mental Illness in Medicine
30:45
Self-Compassion and Apologizing
31:42
Embracing Imperfections and Dropping the Plastic Balls
33:11
Practicing Self-Compassion and Loving-Kindness
34:18
Tapping into Creativity in Medicine
36:42
Developing Shame Resilience and Naming the Inner Critic
40:03
Creating a Culture of Support and Disclosure
44:41
Parting Words and Overcoming Shame

The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the 'Muted in Medicine' podcast or its host. The information shared is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice.

© 2024 Muted in Medicine. All rights reserved. Unauthorized use, distribution, or reproduction of this content is strictly prohibited. For permissions or inquiries, please contact mutedinmedicine@gmail.com

The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the 'Muted in Medicine' podcast or its host. The information shared is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice.

© 2024 Muted in Medicine. All rights reserved. Unauthorized use, distribution, or reproduction of this content is strictly prohibited. For permissions or inquiries, please contact mutedinmedicine@gmail.com

Summary
The Muted in Medicine podcast, hosted by Dr Saba Fatima, aims to provide a safe space for healthcare professionals to openly discuss traumatic events, imposter syndrome, grief, and microaggressions in the healthcare industry. The first episode features Dr. Ali Rafiq, a practicing internal medicine hospitalist, discussing medical errors and the impact on healthcare providers. The conversation delves into the definition, commonality, causes, impact, and response to medical errors, emphasizing the importance of a just culture and systemic improvement. It also explores the importance of self-forgiveness and the need for resources and support systems to help healthcare providers cope with the emotional distress of medical errors.

keywords

Muted in Medicine, podcast, healthcare, medical errors, trauma, imposter syndrome, grief, microaggressions, patient safety, just culture, systemic improvement, healthcare, medical errors, reporting errors, psychological safety, moral support, litigation, self-forgiveness, emotional distress, support systems

Chapters

00:00
Creating a Safe Space for Healthcare Professionals

03:09
Understanding Medical Errors and Patient Safety

10:19
The Impact of Medical Errors on Healthcare Providers

14:00
Stages of Second victim phenomenon

16:30
Just-culture

21:48
Peer Review in Medical Errors

28:50
Creating Psychological Safety in Healthcare

33:53
Dealing with the Risk of Litigation and Criminalization

45:32
The Power of Self-Forgiveness in Healthcare

The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the 'Muted in Medicine' podcast or its host. The information shared is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice.

© 2024 Muted in Medicine. All rights reserved. Unauthorized use, distribution, or reproduction of this content is strictly prohibited. For permissions or inquiries, please contact mutedinmedicine@gmail.com