The Race to Save a Life: A Doctor's Heroic CPR Rescue at the Berlin Marathon

Our Berlin Marathon Experience: A Life-Saving Moment

In this podcast episode, we share the incredible story of our friend, Dr. Eliza Pierko, a sports medicine physician. During her fifth marathon in Berlin, we were amazed to learn how she stopped at mile 21 to administer CPR to a fellow runner who suffered cardiac arrest. Despite this unexpected challenge, she resumed the race and achieved a personal best. We dive into this remarkable life-saving event, emphasizing the importance of CPR knowledge and highlighting Dr. Pierko's journey, including her recovery from a severe ankle injury. As hosts, we reflect on the heroic nature of Dr. Pierko's actions and encourage our listeners to learn CPR, showing that with the right training, any of us can save a life

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00:00 Introduction and Teaser

00:21 Meet Dr. Elisa Pierko

00:54 The Berlin Marathon Incident

02:08 Interview with Dr. Elisa Pierko

04:35 Dr. Pierko's Running Journey

07:32 The Day of the Marathon

09:37 The Emergency Response

12:31 Reflecting on the Experience

18:37 The Importance of Immediate CPR

19:32 Calling for Help and Team Coordination

20:47 Administering the Shock

22:10 Continuing the Marathon

22:44 Emotional Aftermath

25:28 Support from the Running Community

31:33 Reflecting on the Experience

33:30 Encouraging CPR Training