Dr. Hanul Bhandari’s Elevator Miracle Experience: Divine Intervention in Medicine

In this unforgettable episode of The Pulse Ox Podcast, host Eric Stopper sits down with Dr. Hanul Bhandari—neurologist, sleep medicine specialist, founder of Brainology, and Chief Medical Officer at Sarana Health—to dive deep into a true, life-altering experience that has shaped his journey both as a person and a physician.Dr. Bhandari shares a gripping story from his medical school days. On the day of an important residency interview, he encounters a mysterious janitor who warns him not to use the elevator and urges him to take the stairs instead. Moments later, the very elevator he avoided crashes to the bottom of the building, with all its safety features failing. This brush with the unexplainable—and the janitor with the unforgettable blue eyes, who later seems to have never existed—sets Dr. Bhandari on a path of introspection and service.Listen in as Dr. Bhandari explains how this moment changed the course of his life, inspiring him to dedicate himself not just to medicine, but to serving on a much larger scale. He discusses how this "divine intervention" continues to guide his personal and professional decisions, and how he tries to tune into that inner compass when making important choices.Key themes:The power of intuition and following gut instinctsEncounters with the unexplainable and their impact on life's directionThe profound sense of purpose that arises after near-miss experiencesService, humility, and living with a sense of callingDr. Bhandari also offers insights into his unique approach to medicine, leadership, and helping others on a broader scale. Don’t miss this touching episode, full of wonder, wisdom, and a reminder that sometimes, we’re guided by forces greater than ourselves.Connect with Dr. Hanul Bhandari:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hanulbhandari/Brainology: brainology.coIf this episode resonated with you, please give us a like on Spotify and share it with a friend!