On Becoming a People Doctor
From EMRA*Cast by Emergency Medicine Residents' Association
February 17, 2026 · 30 min
About this episode
Dr. Jay Kaplan discusses the evolution of emergency medicine and the importance of being a 'people doctor' in a heartfelt conversation.
This week on EMRA*Cast, Dr. Jay Kaplan shares compelling insights on the evolution of emergency medicine and the art of being a 'people doctor.' Join host Blythe Fiscella , MD, for a heartfelt conversation that's sure to inspire! Get tips on overcoming moral injury, finding your fit in medicine, and running a marathon instead of a sprint.
People in this episode
Host: Blythe Fiscella
Guest: Dr. Jay Kaplan
Topics covered
- emergency medicine
- people doctor
- moral injury
- career fit
- inspiration
Keywords
- emergency medicine
- people doctor
- moral injury
- career advice
- inspiration
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Emergency Medicine Residents' Association
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