• Bridging the Gap Between Patients and Providers - with Dana Sherwin

  • Nov 20 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 17 mins
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Bridging the Gap Between Patients and Providers - with Dana Sherwin

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  • In this episode of the Unshelling Medicine Podcast, we explore the remarkable journey of Dana Sherwin, a healthcare professional turned patient advocate. After being diagnosed with a rare genetic blood disorder, Dana’s life took an unexpected turn, leading her to navigate the complexities of the healthcare system from both sides. Her experiences reveal valuable lessons about improving communication with doctors, organizing care, and empowering oneself in the face of chronic illness. Dana’s story is not just about surviving but thriving as a proactive patient. She introduces the concept of the “thinking patient,” showing how preparation, asking the right questions, and staying engaged can transform your healthcare experience. Join us for this inspiring conversation filled with practical insights and hope for anyone navigating their own healthcare journey. #ThinkingPatient #HealthcareAdvocacy #PatientCenteredCare ➤ EPISODE LINKS: https://www.linkedin.com/in/desherwin/ https://www.thethinkingpatient.com/ The Bone Marrow Transplant Clinical Trials Network: bmtctn.net. Trial 1507 Haplo for Sickle Cell: https://bmtctn.net/bmt-ctn-studies News release from Vanderbilt trial (1507): https://news.vumc.org/2024/06/25/international-trial-introduces-another-curative-option-for-sickle-cell-disease/ ➤ CHAPTERS: 00:05 Introduction to Dana’s Journey 01:15 Healthcare Management: What It Means 04:35 Hospital Administration vs. Direct Patient Care 07:50 Dana’s Chronic Illness Journey 12:30 Stem Cell Transplant: A Life-Saving Procedure 20:15 The Concept of the Thinking Patient 27:10 Building Communication with Healthcare Providers 32:40 Managing Multiple Specialists Effectively 37:15 Challenges of Healthcare Record Systems 46:00 Volunteering and Patient Advocacy 53:40 Question Prompts for Patient Engagement ➤ CHECK OUT OUR CHANNEL HERE:https://www.youtube.com/@altruisticscribe ➤ SUBSCRIBE HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@altruisticscribe/?sub_confirmation=1 ➤ DOWNLOAD EPISODE: https://open.spotify.com/show/50PRIWOcq2hJt7IWJy0pwh https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unshelling-medicine/id1743323898 ➤ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7194746867107143680/ ➤ WEBSITE: https://altruisticscribeco.com ➤ FOLLOW US ON: https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistic-scribe https://www.tiktok.com/@altruisticscribeco_ https://www.facebook.com/altruisticscribeco https://www.instagram.com/altruisticscribeco/ ➤ EXPLORE UNSHELLING MEDICINE PODCAST: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8Y5L_4O8ANNKiCTr7mVeX5DD8lk1Ga89 #unshellingmedicinepodcast
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