The Human Doctor
by Dr. Kimberly Manning and Dr. Ashley McMullen
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About this podcast
Dr. Kimberly Manning and Dr. Ashley McMullen are two dope academic internists who use the power of storytelling to explore the human side of medicine, along with teaching, living, learning, and all things in between
Episodes
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- Proactive v. Reactive · 44 min · Season 11 Episode 157We're back with another HDP original. This week Ashley talks about an important experience that started in medical school and reflects on how it's impacted her throughout her…
- A Broken Heart is an Open Heart · 44 min · Season 11 Episode 156Some compliments are more than just praise; they're an invitation into a deeper human connection. This week Kimberly shares a story where a patient's brief compliment became an…
- Some Folks Don't Like Pizza - THE REMIX · 42 min · Episode 155Join us for a special throwback episode this week where Ashley and Kimberly revisit the very FIRST episode of the Human Doctor Podcast which premiered in June of 2021. As we…
- Evidenced-Based Hope · 37 min · Episode 154This week the Human Doctor Pod is back with a new story from Dr. McMullen as she recalls a time when an unfortunate event ultimately worked out for her good. As we wrap up our…
- Leave Space for More · 54 min · Episode 153Welcome back to Season 11! This episode, Kimberly and Ashley share some big news about the podcast, and Kimberly takes us way back to a high school experience that became a…
- Don't stop believing · 40 min · Season 10 Episode 152On this final episode of our 10th season, Ashley reflects on her sabbatical journey and the many lessons learned during this period of diastole. Thanks again to all our listeners…
- "The Best of What's Around" · 35 min · Season 10 Episode 151We love when a plan comes together. This week Kimberly reflects on a critical decision she made in the past and the unforeseen benefits that came as a result.
- SGIM Live! · 51 min · Episode 150
- SGIM Preview · 19 min · Episode 149Today we're giving a quick preview of our upcoming live recording and our love for the Society of General Internal Medicine.
- Across the Bridge · 36 min · Episode 148This week Kimberly shares two experiences that show we don't always need to travel far to expand our worlds and perspectives.
- Bigger · 44 min · Episode 147This week Ashley is back in town to share a reflection on how a few small acts of encouragement put her on the path to dream bigger for herself.
- Stop Shrinking · 37 min · Season 10 Episode 146This week Kimberly is back on the mic reflecting on her role as an educator. When we want our learners to be more than just "fine" we need to teach them more than just knowledge.
- Witnessing vs. Fixing · 33 min · Season 10 Episode 145We are constantly called to re-evaluate our roles in any given season or circumstance. Though this is often easier said than done, especially when it comes to those we care for…
- Oxtail Signs · 34 min · Episode 144Sometimes the things that feel routine or ordinary can become the most important factors for letting us know when something is off. This week, Kimberly shares a powerful…
- Rest is Reparations · 37 min · Season 10 Episode 143This week Ashley reflects on her relationship to work and how that's evolved over time with the help of some really sage advice
- Extraordinary Ordinary · 39 min · Season 10 Episode 142Despite all that's happening in the world, we need not look too far to find moments that uplift and inspire us. Yet it requires our attention and intention to find beauty in the…
- When I think of home · 27 min · Season 10 Episode 141"Home" carries different meanings for all of us - from places, to people, to feelings and sensations. Those meanings can also evolve overtime. This week Ashley reflects on how…
- Chosen Family · 36 min · Season 10 Episode 140Even as human doctors, we appreciate the extraordinary value of non-human connections. This episode Kimberly unpacks several experiences that demonstrate how four-legged friends…
- Failure is part of the story · 40 min · Season 10 Episode 139Much of life happens outside of our control. Yet, even when we do have the ability to plan, prepare, and make choices for the outcome we want, things can still fall apart. This…
- Heart in a Fist · 38 min · Episode 138Welcome back for season 10! This week Kimberly is kicking us off with a story from Grady Hospital and some words of wisdom for moving through difficult times.







