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Healing the Healers: Dr. Pamela Buchanan on Burnout, Resilience, and the Human Side of Medicine

April 03, 2025 • Erin Brinker • Season 6 • Episode 32

In this episode, Erin welcomes Dr. Pamela Buchanan — board-certified physician, powerful storyteller, and passionate advocate for healing and human connection.

Drawing from her own journey and the stories of others, Dr. Buchanan shares eye-opening insights into the emotional toll the COVID-19 pandemic has taken on physicians and healthcare providers — and what recovery looks like on the other side.

As an ambassador for the Lorna Breen Foundation and the author of Emotional Flatline, Dr. Buchanan offers a candid, compassionate conversation about burnout, resilience, and the path back to purpose. She also discusses her contribution to the acclaimed anthology Healing in Color, amplifying voices of healing and hope in communities of color.

This is a must-listen for anyone curious about the human side of medicine — and how we can better support those who care for us.

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