In this conversation, Dr. John Parente shares his experiences as an emergency room physician, discussing the emotional challenges and rewards of working in healthcare. He reflects on a life-changing incident that shaped his perspective on patient care, the importance of balancing compassion with detachment, and the impact of parenthood on his professional life. Dr. Parente also addresses the growing mistrust in healthcare, the burden of patient care, and the need for coping mechanisms among healthcare workers. He concludes with a powerful prescription for humanity, emphasizing the importance of perspective in overcoming challenges.

Biography: Dr. John Parente is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician with over 20 years of experience on the front lines of healthcare. Known On his social media platforms as @DRJPARENTE, he’s built a following by blending medical education with sharp humor, using real-life cases to teach, inform, and call attention to the realities of modern medicine. He’s also the host of the podcast Emergency Minute, where he dives deeper into these themes with insight, honesty, and a dose of wit.

For more information about Dr. John Parente:

Website: https://www.drjparente.com/

Humanity Rx is created, written and produced by: Jenny Opalinski, Tovah Feehan and Jonathan Waller.

Audio and Music Engineering by Drew Allsbrook and The People's Music Studio