E50: The Life I Didn’t Plan-Cancer, Motherhood, and Leaving Medicine(w/Dr Alison Trainor)

In this solo episode marking 50 episodes of Muted in Medicine, host Saba Fatima reflects on the podcast’s origins, her experiences with medical trauma, and the sudden loss of her father. She shares how facing a malpractice lawsuit and the aftermath of an unexpected patient death—including depression, survivor’s guilt, and second victim syndrome—helped inspire her to create a space for the difficult stories medicine often leaves unspoken. The episode is also a tribute to her father: a p...

In this Episode Dr. Alok Patel shares with host Dr Saba Fatima, insights on the impact of social media in healthcare, the importance of physician communication, and how to navigate the digital landscape responsibly. This episode explores the power of authentic engagement, managing online presence, and advocating for health equity. Dr. Alok Patel is a board-certified pediatric hospitalist, award-winning medical journalist, and television producer who blends creative storytelling with ev...

In this Episode Kimberly Urbanek shares her extensive expertise with Host Dr Saba Fatima on workplace violence in healthcare, exploring its types, causes, and prevention strategies to create safer environments for healthcare workers and patients. Kimberly Urbanek, BA, NREMTP, is an award-winning workplace violence expert, best-selling author, and nationally sought-after speaker. With over 25 years of clinical, public safety, and trauma experience, Kim is certified as a master level cri...

In this episode, Dr. Alexandra Fuss discusses with Host Dr Saba Fatima, medical gaslighting, its systemic roots, and how healthcare providers can foster trust and validation with patients, especially in the context of chronic illnesses like IBD. Dr. Alexandra Fuss, PhD is a licensed GI psychologist who specializes in supporting people living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). She currently serves as the Director of Behavioral Medicine for Inflammatory Bowel Diseases at the Crohn’s ...

In this Episode Dr. Kerri Weeks, a child abuse pediatrician with over 20 years of experience, shares insights with Host Dr Saba Fatima on recognizing and managing child abuse, the emotional weight of the work, burnout, and the importance of self-care and system improvements. Dr. Kerri Weeks is a board-certified child abuse pediatrician and full-time faculty at the University of Kansas School of Medicine in Wichita, KS. She has been practicing and teaching in the field of child ma...