Dose of Deborah: Rehab for the Heart

Interview –– Let's take a closer look on how cutting-edge medical technology can save time, add value, and support medical care. A candid discussion on “standard of care.” What are some of the barriers to effective patient care? In what ways might you as a healthcare provider compromise care along with your values and health? https://youtu.be/DTB4dRRDuSs watch interview

When will you start to care? You, the healthcare professional, are a valuable resource for health and healing in our healthcare environments. Do you feel that you are immune to illness and injury? Are you enjoying good health or are you possibly a step away from being a patient yourself? Caring for yourself matters and needs to be a priority in your daily life. Invest in your self-care or you may ultimately pay a hefty price with your livelihood and life. You must prepare and protect...

What do you consider as resistance? What is resistance as it is felt in the body? Resistance sets us up for aches and pains that can be physical, mental, and emotional. Resistance can show up in sleep habits, attitudes, and performance, and has a cumulative effect over time. Tune-in to learn more on how resistance can be visually witnessed and felt by the individual when you are aware and take moments to pause.

When end of life comes suddenly with no time to prepare, you can feel thrown off, shaken, or awakened. As Healthcare professionals, we deal with life and death situations as a natural part of caregiving as well as what we experience in our personal lives. We are just as vulnerable to life’s uncertainties as the patients and clients we serve. Have you given thought to how you live your life right now and how you would like to be remembered? I open my heart to you in this episode to share a...

The challenge to care is real! Ever feel like you want to pull your hair out, feel exhausted, want to quit, or question why you are in healthcare? You are not alone. As a healthcare professional, you need several skill-sets beyond competence to be effective as well as enjoy your work. This podcast highlights a particular skill-set essential to your peace of mind and longevity in the health care-giving arena.

At the end of the day... at the end of your life... Important questions you can ask yourself today that will open your mind and heart to how you view and live your life. Our patients can help us reflect on our own lives if we are listening and caring to ask the important questions. I share my recap on a heart moving conversation to help you reflect and support you in finding meaning and purpose!

A heartfelt talk about a personal loss... reflect on what it means to you as a healthcare professional to care for yourself as you care for others. The complexities and challenges in healthcare are real and costly, and they directly affect you every day. It's time to take a look at your values and explore your reasons for being in healthcare.

Hear the incredible story behind the question that impacted my life which is one of the most important questions you can ask yourself! Let's talk about the influence you have on your patients. Recognize the importance of caring for yourself as a healthcare provider – the relationship of your health and livelihood to patient safety and outcomes.