Dr. Richard Levin - Keeping Humanism at the Center of Healthcare

Compassion and clothing aren’t really thought of in the same breath, but listen to how they are. Dr. Richard I. Levin, CEO and President of the Gold Foundation joins Marcus to talk ancient history, humanism in medicine and healthcare and how a simple piece of clothing emblemizes empathy. Can you imagine growing up in a house that doubled as a doctor’s office? Dr. Levin can…and did. Hear Marcus ask about a favorite musician and hear Dr. Levin’s response that further highlights the distinction of those called to healthcare. If you’ve ever wondered about a doctor’s white coat, what six weeks with a patient is like or how new generations of docs are embracing humanism, this episode is for you. Key topics:00:00 – Introduction00:41 – Richard Levin, MD talks about The Gold Foundation and the history of modern medicine. 07:32 – Marcus asks about humanity’s loss of that sacred connection between patient and doctor. The two go on to talk about The Gold Foundation’s goals to find that connection. 13:01 – Marcus asks about Dr. Levin’s personal history and inspiration into medicine. 18:00 – Dr. Levin shares a story about a heart attack patient during his 3rd year as a medical student. 25:20 – Marcus and Dr. Levin talk about The Gold Foundation’s influence on the industry of medicine and humanistic healthcare.32:06 – Dr. Levin talks about the seamstress that gave him his first real white coat as a doctor and the effect it had on him as a new doctor.40:20 – Marcus asks his random questions of Dr. Levin. Dr. Levin wants everyone to know that “All human beings have a fundamental right, not only to healthcare, but to humanistic practiced healthcare in which scient provides the truth and compassion speaks that truth to the heart.”47:38 – Thank you and conclusions!  Resources for you: Connect with Marcus on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcusengel/Learn more about the Gold Foundation: https://www.gold-foundation.org/Subscribe to the Compassion & Courage podcast through Apple: https://bit.ly/MarcusEngelPodcastMore About Richard Levin, MD:Richard Levin, MD is President and CEO of The Arnold P. Gold Foundation. He served as Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Vice-Principal for Health Affairs at McGill University. He was Vice Dean for Education, Faculty and Academic Affairs, and a Professor of Medicine at New York University School of Medicine. He is an Attending Emeritus at Bellevue Hospital. He also served as President of the Council of Deans of the Faculties of Medicine of Quebec and Chairman of the Board of the Canadian Resident Matching Service.Date: 11/28/2022Name of show: Compassion & Courage: Conversations in HealthcareEpisode title and number: Episode 78 – Dr. Richard Levin - Keeping Humanism at the Center of Healthcare