HuMed with David Spiro, MD
HuMed with David Spiro, MD
Podcast Description
HuMed goes beyond diagnoses and procedures to explore the profound human experiences of medical professionals. Join Dr. Spiro as he engages in deep, candid conversations with fellow doctors, nurses, and other healthcare providers. They share the often-unseen realities of their work in the demanding hospital environment – the challenging cases, the emotional toll, and the ethical dilemmas they navigate daily.
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The podcast focuses on themes such as the emotional toll of healthcare, the challenges faced by medical professionals, and the ethical dilemmas encountered in clinical practice. Episodes cover topics like the pain of losing a patient, the significance of patient communication, and the challenges of delivering bad news, often highlighting poignant stories from the guests' careers.
HuMed goes beyond diagnoses and procedures to explore the profound human experiences of medical professionals. Join Dr. Spiro as he engages in deep, candid conversations with fellow doctors, nurses, and other healthcare providers. They share the often-unseen realities of their work in the demanding hospital environment – the challenging cases, the emotional toll, and the ethical dilemmas they navigate daily.
Can regenerative medicine help us live healthier for longer?
Physician-scientist and biotech entrepreneur Dr. Mari Mitrani joins Dr. David Spiro to explain the evolving science of stem cells and exosomes—including how these therapies work, where the evidence stands, and why responsible research and regulation are essential.
They also explore the foundations of healthy aging that are available to nearly everyone: nutrition, sleep, movement, strength training, hydration, community, and purpose.
Dr. Mitrani shares the life-changing experience that led her to medicine, her journey into biotechnology, and her vision for a more compassionate future in healthcare.
This conversation is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
00:00 Meet Dr. Mari Mitrani02:03 The night that inspired her07:21 Entering biotechnology11:11 How stem cells work18:25 Healthspan versus lifespan20:38 Foundations of healthy aging23:15 Community and longevity27:15 The future of stem cells30:00 Why exosomes matter34:02 Could humans live to 125?35:30 Strength, bones and women’s health38:07 Veganism and compassionate innovationDisclaimer
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