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The Sacred Duty of Healthcare: A Conversation with Theresa Brown

In this episode of The Girl Doc Survival Guide, Christine interviews Theresa Brown, PhD, RN, a registered nurse, New York Times bestselling author, and cancer survivor. The discussion delves into Brown's experiences as both a clinician and a patient, highlighting the emotional challenges and the need for compassion in healthcare. Brown shares insights from her books, 'The Shift' and 'Healing,' and talks about her upcoming book, 'A Nurse Finds Hope in Healthcare.' The conversation explores the significance of listening to patients, the emotional toll of illness, and the struggles healthcare professionals face within a corporatized system. Both agree on the importance of empathy, self-care, and the need to improve the patient-caregiver relationship.

00:00 Introduction to Theresa Brown, PhD, RN

00:52 Theresa's Journey from Academia to Nursing

01:09 Insights from 'Healing': A Nurse's Perspective as a Patient

01:56 The Emotional and Physical Challenges of Cancer Treatment

04:06 The Importance of Compassion and Communication in Healthcare

05:20 Balancing Information and Emotional Support for Patients

06:16 Personal Stories and Reflections on Patient Care

07:14 The Impact of Personal Illness on Healthcare Professionals

17:23 Finding Hope and Purpose in Healthcare

20:28 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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