# All Too Human: Dr. John Ukadike on his Experiences in Emergency Medicine

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Podcast: [Shoeless in South Dakota](https://stenobird.com/podcast/shoeless-in-south-dakota-6420042)
Published: 2026-06-09T11:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this installment of our All Too Human interview series , Breht and Dave welcome Dr. John Ukadike, a physician and emergency medicine specialist, into the Shoeless Shed to have a fascinating conversation about his experiences as an ER doctor, his treatment of many patients who struggle with addiction in various forms, his personal relationship with religion and death, his understanding of and approach to general health, the challenges of informing family members that a loved one has passed away, his critiques of the for-profit American healthcare system, and so much more! Check out John's articles on a wide range of topics here: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=john+ukadike Follow John on IG HERE Contact us, support us, follow us, or learn more about the show here: https://www.shoelessinsouthdakota.com Outro music: Millionth Time - Spinitch https://spinitch.bandcamp.com/album/run-for-the-arts-spinstrumentals

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