FHC #142: The role of luck in medicine and life

This “Unfiltered” episode of Fixing Healthcare features Dr. Jonathan Fisher, a respected cardiologist and advocate for physician well-being; Dr. Robert Pearl, healthcare leader and author of the new book “ChatGPT, MD”; and Jeremy Corr, CEO of Executive Podcast Solutions, who adds the patient’s perspective.

On the show today, the trio delves into the intriguing concept of luck and its impact on medicine and life, exploring how perceptions of luck influence happiness, health outcomes and success.

Today’s topics include:

• Luck vs. serendipity: The distinction between luck and serendipity and the importance of recognizing and seizing opportunities.
• Optimism and mindset: The significance of optimism and a growth mindset, with references to Carol Dweck’s and Martin Seligman’s research.
• Privilege and social inequities: The role of privilege in perceived luck and how systemic factors contribute to opportunities and outcomes.
• Autonomy in medicine: The balance between autonomy and standardization in healthcare, and the conflict between individual clinician intuition and best practices.
• Community and accountability: The tension between personal autonomy and community responsibility, particularly in healthcare behaviors that impact public health and finances.

To discover more, press play and check out these helpful links:

New book: ‘Just One Heart’ (Jonathan Fisher)

New book: ‘ChatGPT, MD’ (Robert Pearl)

Monthly Musings on American Healthcare (RobertPearlMD.com)

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