Pediheart Podcast #371: The Role Of Kindness, Compassion And Humility In Pediatric Cardiac Care

Why are compassion, kindness and humility critical to the care of patients in 2026? How can practitioners be taught these approaches and how does this 'triple gift' not only improve patient care but also professional interactions? Can this be taught? If so, what are the best ways? Professor Colin McMahon of Children's Health Ireland at Crumlin shares his deep insights into this important and oft-neglected aspect of being a caregiver.

• DOI: 10.1007/s00246-026-04161-y

Following today's interview we also briefly speak with Professor Jack Rychik of Children's Hospital of Philadelphia about the upcoming CHOP 2026 meeting entitled "Cardiology 2026 - Together!". For those interested in possibly attending this meeting which begins on 2.28.26, take a look at the website below for more information:

https://www.chop.edu/events/cardiology-2026