Ep 50 - All in a day's work (SMACC 2015)

In this episode of the St Emlyn's podcast, Simon Carley and Iain Beardsell share insights from the SMACC 2015 conference in Chicago, focusing on the holistic experience of being a clinician. Ian delves into a personal and poignant case involving a 14-year-old boy named Charlie, who tragically died from traumatic injuries. Ian discusses the profound emotional impact this case had on him, the lingering doubts it created, and how it influenced his professional and personal life. This episode highlights the emotional challenges faced by emergency medicine practitioners and underscores the importance of mental resilience, compassionate communication, and self-care.

00:00 Introduction and Conference Overview

00:43 Session on Being Human and a Doctor

01:26 Iain's Personal Journey and Case Introduction

02:29 The Case of Charlie: A Traumatic Experience

05:43 Emotional Impact and Professional Reflection

09:24 Dealing with Doubt and Seeking Closure

11:53 Lessons Learned and Advice for Colleagues

17:20 Final Thoughts and Encouragement