H.I. Ep. 154 - Alan R. Cohen, MD - Pediatric Brain Tumors and the Human Art of Healing

Pediatric neurosurgeon Dr. Alan R. Cohen reflects on four decades of treating childhood brain tumors, revealing how cutting-edge technology—from advanced imaging to AI—has transformed outcomes while underscoring a deeper truth: healing extends far beyond the tools. Through stories of young patients and their families, he highlights the essential role of empathy, compassion, humor, and hope in the healing process, emphasizing that while technology can treat disease, it is human connection that truly heals. Blending science with storytelling, this episode explores the delicate balance between innovation and humanity in medicine, offering a compelling perspective on how the art of healing must evolve alongside advances in care. More about Dr. Cohen here: https://profiles.hopkinsmedicine.org/provider/alan-r-cohen/2702500 Comfort Always: Healing in the Age of Technology on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0duKomTa