Episode Summary
In Episode 4 of Beyond the Diagnosis, host Jillian Tygh sits down with Dr. Raj Dasgupta—a physician, educator, and father—to explore the realities of juggling professional healthcare work with personal caregiving responsibilities. Dr. Dasgupta shares his experience parenting a child with a rare condition and how that has reshaped his understanding of compassion, identity, and emotional resilience in medicine.
This episode offers a vulnerable, insightful look at the intersection of caregiving and clinical work—and what it truly means to care, both inside and outside the hospital.
Key Takeaways
Personal caregiving can deeply impact how clinicians show up for patients.
Burnout and emotional fatigue are real—even for those trained to handle crisis.
Empathy, when nurtured by personal experience, becomes a powerful connector.
Balance isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence and perspective.
Support systems, both personal and professional, are essential for sustainability.