Suzanne Crowe

Dr. Suzanne Crowe, a consultant in pediatric intensive care and president of the Irish Medical Council, shares her moving journey in children's medicine as detailed in her memoir 'Intensive Care'. She discusses personal loss and how it deepened her empathy, significantly impacting her clinical work. Suzanne also delves into the emotional complexities faced by families and medical staff, the struggles of end-of-life acceptance, and the urgent need for improved funding and advocacy for children's healthcare services in Ireland.

Dr. Suzanne Crowe, a Consultant in Pediatric Intensive Care and author, shares her heartfelt journey in caring for critically ill children, stemming from her own loss. She discusses the emotional challenges of pediatric healthcare and the vital role of compassion and empathy in her work. Suzanne reflects on her transition from a desire to be an anesthetist to specializing in pediatric care after transformative experiences in children's hospitals. She also explores the communication dynamics between healthcare providers and families, emphasizing the importance of emotional well-being in fostering patient care.

Dr. Suzanne Crowe, a pediatric intensivist and president of the Medical College of Ireland, discusses the transformative power of kindness in healthcare. She suggests that kindness should be considered a 'prescribable intervention' to enhance patient outcomes. The conversation explores how simple acts, like attentive listening, can improve diagnostics and trust with families. Crowe emphasizes the role of leadership in fostering a culture of kindness and shares effective empathy training techniques, all while linking kindness to better healthcare experiences.