

Carole Hemmelgarn
Co-founder of Patients for Patient Safety U.S. and director of the Clinical Quality, Safety & Leadership Master’s program at Georgetown University.
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Oct 19, 2023 • 54min
562. How to Succeed at Failing, Part 2: Life and Death
Join Amy Edmondson, a Harvard leadership professor, Carole Hemmelgarn, patient safety advocate, and Gary Klein, a cognitive psychologist, as they dive into the intricate world of medical failure. They discuss profound stories that unveil systemic issues in healthcare, emphasizing the need for transparency and communication to prevent tragedies. The conversation also explores how to learn from failures constructively, shifting focus from blame to understanding, and highlights the role of resilience and relationships in navigating setbacks for greater innovation.

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May 14, 2025 • 53min
How to Succeed at Failing, Part 2: Life and Death (Update)
Join organizational psychologist Amy Edmondson, who tackles the science of failing well, and Carole Hemmelgarn, a patient safety advocate, as they discuss the catastrophic consequences of medical errors and the urgent need for transparency in healthcare. MIT's Robert Langer shares insights from biomedical research, illustrating how failures can lead to breakthroughs like COVID vaccine development. Through personal anecdotes, they emphasize viewing failures as learning opportunities, advocating for resilience and accountability in medical practices.