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Making and holding boundaries is a topic of conversation weekly (if not daily) in my clinical practice. As helpers, many of us (clinicians, first responders, medical personnel) can struggle with taking care of ourselves and not trying to be everything to everyone (which I’ve been guilty of a few times). Consider what you’ve been noticing lately, possibly making excuses for/ignoring that may be your body’s hint that it’s time for a change #mastinkipp #boundaries #mentalhealth #firstresponders #burnoutprevention

Have you ever visited a doctor seeking help, only to leave feeling unheard, dismissed, or even doubting your own experiences? If so, you may have encountered a troubling phenomenon known as 'medical gaslighting.' It's a pervasive issue where patients' concerns are downplayed, minimized, or outright ignored by healthcare providers, leaving them feeling invalidated and confused. Who to Turn to When This Happens to You: If you find yourself in a situation where you suspect you're being medically gaslit, it's crucial to know that you're not alone, and there are steps you can take.  1) First and foremost, trust your instincts and advocate for yourself.  2) Seek a second opinion from another healthcare professional who will listen to your concerns with empathy and take them seriously.  3) Consider reaching out to patient advocacy groups or support networks where others may have shared similar experiences and can offer guidance and support. If this has happened to you or someone you care about, please reach out. Share this with a friend if you're concerned for them. Together we can make a difference.  #gaslighting #medicine #mentalhealth

Last week, I had the privilege of meeting with some seniors from a local assisted living community. During our conversation, they shared one of their primary concerns - being shut out of the conversations when they go to the doctor. But here's the good news - we identified a great solution! Making a list of questions prior to going to the doctor can help you stay focused on your concerns and ensure that they are addressed during your visit. This can include questions about medications, changes in your physical or mental status, and more. By preparing a list of questions, you can help steer the conversation towards your needs, making sure that it is a conversation with the doctor, rather than just about you. Let's make sure that our seniors feel heard and valued during their medical visits. #seniorcare #seniorwellness #solutionoriented

The Importance of Seeking Medical Help: Breaking the Stigma In this video, we discuss the significance of prioritizing one's health and seeking medical assistance. We address the common fears and misconceptions surrounding medical visits and emphasize the need to take care of ourselves early on. Let's break the stigma together. #HealthMatters #SeekingMedicalHelp #BreakTheStigma #HealthcareAwareness #SelfCare #TakeCareOfYourself #MentalHealth #PhysicalWellness #Wellbeing #HealthIsWealth

Check out my new article on Infantile Haemangiomas! It’s a helpful resource for parents and caregivers looking for practical guidance on this common infant condition. I hope it provides clarity and support for those navigating this issue with their little ones.

Based on the experiences of the HEALing Communities Study, this webinar will give practical insight from experienced public health professionals on how to assess communities’ needs for a mobile medical unit, what features to build into these units, and best practices for partnering with local organizations to host units and reach community members. Learn more here 👉 https://loom.ly/gqZzOOw

Huge news from the NAMSS - National Association Medical Staff Services. In a major revision to their Ideal Credentialing Standards which ensure best practices for credentialing, there 2024 Standards include language related to questions on prior mental health approved by our Foundation, the American Medical Association and NIOSH. This monumental step will help protect the health and wellbeing of clinicians by making it clear that taking care of their mental health should be free from any penalties. We invite all health organizations to use our licensing and credentialing toolkit today to align their credentialing questions with best practices and our ALL IN Champions Challenge. Find the Challenge here: https://lnkd.in/edBPF2t3

The Importance of Seeking Medical Help: Breaking the Stigma In this video, we discuss the significance of prioritizing one's health and seeking medical assistance. We address the common fears and misconceptions surrounding medical visits and emphasize the need to take care of ourselves early on. Let's break the stigma together. #HealthMatters #SeekingMedicalHelp #BreakTheStigma #HealthcareAwareness #SelfCare #TakeCareOfYourself #MentalHealth #PhysicalWellness #Wellbeing #HealthIsWealth

Empathy (noun) 1. the psychological identification with or vicarious experiencing of the emotions, thoughts, or attitudes of another At SMS Healthcare, we expect our Care Team members to approach their coworkers, other healthcare staff, patients, and visitors with the same level of empathy. We encourage them to consider, “How would I want to be treated or spoken to if I was experiencing that person’s situation?” https://lnkd.in/e75Yxz5N #SMSHealthcare #smshc #WhateverItTakes #Empathy #PutYourselfInTheirShoes

The Hidden Key to Health Outcomes The real challenge isn’t just the experiences we go through, but how they’re processed—or not processed—over time. Children who face trauma without support carry those unprocessed experiences into adulthood, affecting their health later on. What’s alarming is that many medical professionals are unaware of the ACES study, which reveals these crucial connections. Even when educating doctors at major facilities like Kaiser Permanente, some still haven’t heard of it. Screening new patients, it's important to dive into their early life experiences to understand their health better. Sometimes it’s met with surprise, but knowing this can make a huge difference in healing. #ACESTudy #TraumaHealing #HealthOutcomes #MindBodyConnection #MedicalAwareness