Skip to main content
S8E9: Human Error in Medicine. Learning, Accountability, and Trust

You are listening to Bundle of Hers:

S8E9: Human Error in Medicine. Learning, Accountability, and Trust

Feb 02, 2026

Mistakes happen in medicine—even when intentions are good. Sanila is joined by fellow MS4, Abby Hamilton, and Dr. Julie Thomas, a practicing rheumatologist and ethics educator, to unpack what "first, do no harm" really means in real-world clinical care. They explore the emotional weight of medical mistakes, the fear and silence that often follow unintended harm, and how clinicians can move forward with accountability, humility, and compassion. The conversation reframes imperfection not as failure, but as an opportunity to repair trust, strengthen patient relationships, and grow into more thoughtful, ethical physicians.

    This content was originally produced for audio. Certain elements, such as tone, sound effects, and music, may not fully capture the intended experience in textual representation. Therefore, the following transcription may have been modified for clarity. We recognize not everyone can access the audio podcast. However, for those who can, we encourage subscribing and listening to the original content for a more engaging and immersive experience.

    All thoughts and opinions expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views held by the institutions with which they are affiliated.

     


    Host: Sanila Math

    Guest: Julie Thomas, MD, Abby Hamilton

    Producer: Chloé Nguyen

    Editor: Mitch Sears