Journey From Darkness: Becoming David Hartman, M.D. with Dr. James Bramson, PsyD.

This podcast chronicles psychiatrist Dr. David Hartman’s “Journey from Darkness.” Dr. Hartman teaches us that, when the mind clears, the eyes can see — and dreams can be fully realized. In this podcast, Dr. Hartman, with his sharp wit and folksy charm, shares his extraordinary story about becoming the first blind person to graduate from medical school. In the movie that chronicles his life, “Journey from Darkness, ” and in his book “White Coat, White Cane,” the world learned how Dr. Hartman defied the odds through his determination and grit, and the loving support of his parents and community. Dr. Hartman opines that “all of us are handicapped in some way.” And he advises that is up to each of us to discover our handicaps (or obstacles) and not let them thwart our dreams or our potential.


Dr. Hartman also discusses his critical and cutting-edge work with opioid addicts and addiction generally. His wife, Cheri, who is an accomplished psychologist and community leader in her own right, is his muse at work and at home. (Or did he say boss?) Theirs is a love story for the ages. This podcast will inspire anyone who wants to overcome great odds to live out their dream.