Can doctors heal without losing themselves in the process?

In this episode, Lucy shares her journey from corporate law burnout to social work, community leadership, and ultimately, advocating for culture change in medicine. Caitlin and Lucy chat about her book, Beyond the Stethoscope—a collection of deeply personal stories from doctors exploring what it takes to stay connected to hope, heart, and healing in a system that often demands the opposite.

If you’ve ever felt disillusioned with healthcare (as a provider or a patient), this convo is a must-listen.

Tune in to learn:

How Lucy found a more meaningful way to make an impact
The emotional and systemic challenges of healthcare professionals
How organisations attempt to shift culture by hiring compassionate, empathetic individuals
The need for deeper structural changes against patriarchy and capitalism
How moments of connection help build resilience in the workplace
The inspiration behind Lucy's book Beyond the Stethoscope
How the Hush Foundation wants to transform healthcare with kindness through the arts
Why deep listening is the missing piece in healthcare.
Lucy's TEDx talk on the concept of being "enough"
What social prescribing is—and why it’s the most powerful public health intervention you’ve never heard of
Why general practitioners are often treated as second-class citizens
The challenge of evidence-based practice
Why change begins with individual responsibility

Connect with Lucy Mayes

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Beyond the Stethoscope

Connect with Caitlin:

Healers with Hustles website

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