In this episode, Jeremy interviews Dr. Gary Simonds, a neurosurgeon, professor, and author, about the challenges of communication in the medical field and beyond. Gary discusses how the specialized training of surgeons can hinder their ability to communicate effectively with patients and offers insights into improving communication skills. He emphasizes the importance of listening, preparing for difficult conversations, and using humor to connect with others. Gary also shares his expertise on burnout and resilience, providing strategies for preventing and addressing burnout in various professions. Overall, this conversation highlights the significance of effective communication in building relationships and navigating challenging situations.
You can learn more about Gary, and connect with him at
https://garyrsimonds.com/
In this episode
00:30 Gary's background
01:22 Surgeons and Communication
03:08 The Language of Medicine
07:24 Emotionally Charged Conversations
09:48 Preparing for Difficult Conversations
12:30 The Importance of Listening
15:42 Body Language
17:30 Gary's Book on Burnout
21:15 Building Resilience to Prevent Burnout
24:00 Taking Control of External stressors, the 90/10 rule
27:07 Travel destinations
28:22 Great Communicators
30:00 Communication Advice: Listening and Humor
31:37 Gary asks Jeremy HIS answers to the 3 questions
