In today’s episode of Compassion & Courage, Jim Schamadan, M.D., a 96-year-old doctor, shares his incredible life experiences and insights in this conversation. From enlisting in the military at 17 to becoming a doctor, surviving a kidnapping, and working in longevity research, Dr. Schamadan's journey is filled with bravery and compassion. He emphasizes the importance of family, second chances, and taking care of nurses. The conversation also touches on the Janet Schamadan nursing event, which honors Dr. Schamadan's late wife and supports nurses.

Key Moments

• 00:00 – Introductions
• 01:20 – Marcus jumps straight into the questions for Dr. Jim Schmadan.
• 04:00 – Jim shares a thrilling story about one of rescuing a child at gun point and a horrifying escape.
• 16:00 – Marcus asks about another part of Jim’s life, longevity studies.
• 22:17 – Jim talks about teaching biomedical engineering, while working in the Emergency Room.
• 24:00 – Jim talks a little about what he is excited about in the future and what were some of the most cherished memories in the medical field.
• 31:00 – Jim talks about the Janet Schamadan Nursing Seminar and Dr. Schamadan's Plea
• 38:42 - Dr. Schamadan's Billboard Message to Humanity

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Learn More About Jim Schamadan, M.D.:

Raised on an Ohio farm, excelled in basketball and football as a quarterback before joining the US Navy at 17. Graduated high school early, studied engineering, then trained as a pilot in the USAir Force. Became a doctor on the GI Bill, serving in Korea and Vietnam before practicing in Ohio. Moved to Arizona to teach and practice medicine, later working in Saudi Arabia to develop military hospitals. Joined emergency medical teams during Desert Storm. Returned to Arizona and focused on hospital management and on research in crash injury, heat stress, and emergency medicine. A respected figure in the medical field, with findings used globally.

Date: 9/23/2024
Name of show: Compassion & Courage: Conversations in Healthcare
Episode number and title: Episode 153 – A Life Filled with Bravery and Compassion – Dr. Jim Schamadan

On this episode of Compassion & Courage, Marcus and Marvelyne discuss burnout in healthcare, focusing on its causes, signs, and prevention. They highlight the importance of recognizing burnout early and taking steps to prevent it. The episode provides practical tips for preventing burnout, such as getting enough rest, exercising, eating well, asking for help, taking breaks, and seeking training. They emphasize the value of narrative medicine and narrative nursing in addressing burnout and compassion fatigue.

Key Moments

• 00:00 - Introduction
• 02:45 - Understanding Burnout in Healthcare
• 06:00 – Symptoms of Burnout
• 09:27 – What is Moral Injury and Why is it Different than Burnout
• 14:40 - Preventing Burnout: Practical Tips
• 23:20 - The Role of Narrative Medicine and Narrative Nursing
• 27:30 – Conclusion

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Date: 9/9/2024
Name of show: Compassion & Courage: Conversations in Healthcare
Episode number and title: Episode 152 – The Impact of Moral Injury on Burnout

In today’s episode of Compassion & Courage, Marcus invites Dr. Kathy Reeves to discuss the importance of humanism in healthcare and the work of the Gold Foundation in promoting compassionate care. She highlights the need for trust, dignity, and compassion in healthcare and shares her experiences and insights on addressing health disparities and creating meaningful connections with patients. Don’t miss this great deep dive into what it means to be a patient focuses provider!

Key Moments:

00:00 – Introduction and a little about Dr. Reeves

02:48 – The Gold Foundation and its Mission

06:00 – Promoting Humanism in Healthcare

11:40 – The Center for Urban Bioethics and Health Equity

22:10 – Violence is contagious, and we can’t keep ignoring people

27:44 – Witnessing Compassion and the Power of Connection

31:40 – Our Voice Matters

37:14 – Dr. Kathy Reeves, “Every person deserves dignity, compassion, and trustworthiness, whenever they find themselves in their most vulnerable space.”

39:00 – Thank yous and Goodbyes!

Resources for you:

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Connect with Dr. Kathy Reeves on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathleen-reeves-md-faap-141a1019/

Connect with The Gold Foundation: https://twitter.com/GoldFdtn

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More About Dr. Kathy Reeves:

Dr. Kathleen Reeves is the President and CEO of The Arnold P. Gold Foundation, the leading national nonprofit organization that champions humanism in healthcare. She is also an adjunct faculty member in the Department of Urban Health and Population Science, the Center for Urban Bioethics, and the Department of Pediatrics at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University. Her specialties include the human connection in healthcare, ethics, trauma-informed care, substance misuse, urban health, healthcare professions education, and health equity.

She spent 20 years at the Katz School of Medicine before taking the helm of the Gold Foundation. Her leadership positions there included Founding Director, Center for Urban Bioethics; Chair, Department of Urban Health and Population Science; Senior Associate Dean of Student Affairs; and inaugural Senior Associate Dean for the Office of Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. She is a Gold Humanism Honor Society member and was previously recognized as an Honorable Mention for the Gold Foundation’s Pearl Hurwitz Humanism in Healthcare Award.

Dr. Reeves resides outside of Philadelphia with her husband, Edisio, who is a practicing pediatric gastroenterologist at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. They have two children, Ben and Ann

Date: 8/26/2024

Name of show: Compassion & Courage: Conversations in Healthcare

Episode number and title: Episode 151 – Promoting Humanism in Healthcare