Dr. Kristy Fu: Between Joy & Grief in the Pediatric ICU

In this deeply human conversation and our first episode of Season 3, we speak with Dr. Kristy Fu — Consultant Pediatric Intensivist at the National University Hospital in Singapore, educator, mentor, and trained ontological coach.

Kristy takes us inside the realities of working in the pediatric ICU, where joy and heartbreak often sit side-by-side. She shares how her early experiences as a patient shaped her calling to medicine, the values that keep her grounded in public service, and what it takes to face life-and-death moments with both skill and compassion.

From managing grief and supporting parents through unimaginable loss, to the parallels she sees between doctoring and coaching, Kristy offers rare insight into how hope, teamwork, and self-care make this work possible.

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to serve on the frontlines of critical care — and still believe in humanity — this episode is a must-listen.