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Moms of MedicineAuthor: Alison Trainor
Stories from the women physicians who have paved the way and those who are in the thick of it now. Hosted by Dr. Alison Trainor Language: en-us Genres: Kids & Family, Parenting Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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56. Solo episode - my dad's death and how it changed my perspective on end of life care
Thursday, 23 July, 2026
In this episode, I talk about my experience with my father’s death, navigating difficult conversations, and how my medical background both challenged and supported me during this time.Main Topics Covered: The reasons behind my hiatusThe significance of storytelling for connection, reflection, and emotional resilienceWalking through the emotional and logistical experience of my father’s death in the hospitalChallenges of end-of-life conversations within my family and the impact of medical burnoutLessons I learned about planning for chronic illness, death, and the importance of having honest, compassionate discussionsThe emotional aftermath, including feelings of grief, guilt, and gratitudeThe cathartic process of sharing my story and the future of my podcast Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction: Why I stepped back 02:00 - The healing power of storytelling in connecting with others 03:30 - Navigating personal grief while balancing a medical career 05:00 - The moments leading to my father’s death 07:00 - The hard realities of end-of-life decisions and family discussions 09:00 - The emotional toll of seeing a loved one suffer and die 11:00 - The impact of healthcare burnout on personal and family moments 13:00 - Reflections on medical planning, directives, and difficult conversations 15:00 - The experience of loss and feelings of guilt and sadness 17:00 - The significance of presence, love, and memory in grief 19:00 - Returning to the podcast: sharing my story to heal and connect 21:00 - Future plans for solo episodes and interviews Support the show
