Stephen G. Post: podcast appearances and interviews

Stephen Garrard Post is a preventative medicine professor affiliated with the Center for Medical Humanities, Compassionate Care, and Bioethics at Stony Brook University’s Renaissance School of Medicine. He holds a PhD from the University of Chicago and has served on the Board of the John Templeton Foundation, which focuses on virtue and public life. Throughout his career, Post has been a researcher, opinion leader, and best-selling author, with academic appointments at institutions including the University of Chicago Medical School, Fordham University-Marymount, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, and Stony Brook University School of Medicine.

Post is recognized for his research on the beneficial effects of giving on health and happiness, the role of empathy and compassionate care in patient outcomes, and ethical issues in caring for patients with dementia. His work often explores the intersection of positive psychology and health, emphasizing virtues and medical professionalism. He has authored several significant publications, including the book The Moral Challenge of Alzheimer Disease, which was designated a medical classic of the century by the British Medical Journal. His latest book is Dignity for Deeply Forgetful People, aiming to assist caregivers managing the challenges of Alzheimer’s disease.

A member of multiple professional organizations and a recipient of various awards, Post's contributions extend to public discourse through media appearances and articles in major outlets. His writings have been included in collections such as Best American Spiritual Writing, and he has authored numerous papers in leading journals. His 2011 book The Hidden Gifts of Helping became a New York Times bestseller, reflecting his focus on the positive aspects of giving and compassion in promoting well-being.