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Kicking off September with #StudentSpotlight - Meet Caroline Bankston, third year Doctor of Physical Therapy student! Read below to learn more about Caroline and her journey transitioning from Physical Therapy Assistant to Doctor of Physical Therapy. 1. Why did you choose UMMC? I chose UMMC because they have a reputation of providing excellent healthcare for their patients and education for their students. This reputation became evident to me through positive experiences shared from UMMC alumni in my life. I knew that UMMC had the resources and academic experience to fully support me in my pursuit of becoming a physical therapist. 2. Why did you choose to study Doctor of Physical Therapy? I began my career in the physical therapy profession as a PTA. I loved what I did and knew I didn’t want to do anything else. But a desire for more opportunities and more involvement in the profession led me to apply to UMMC’s DPT program to further my education. I chose physical therapy because it allows me to utilize my love for fitness and exercise to improve the well-being and quality of life of others. I truly believe that exercise is medicine and love that this career gives me the opportunity to help heal others through exercise but also make a lasting impact on their health through education on the proper utilization and benefits of exercise. 3. What is your favorite part about being a SHRP student? I love how much the SHRP faculty are invested in the students. They’re all so personable and supportive and go above and beyond to help us succeed. 4. What are your plans after graduation? After graduation, I plan to stay in central Mississippi and work in an outpatient clinic. I have interests in orthopedics and geriatrics so I would love to find a clinic with a population that encompasses these two areas. 5. What would you share with someone interested in a program at SHRP? I would say that any program at SHRP would be a good choice! The faculty, academics, and atmosphere at SHRP all make for an overall great experience. #staySHRP #ummcdpt #physicaltherapy

Attitudes and Beliefs of Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Students Towards Working with Older Adults: A Systematic Review https://lnkd.in/d5J2DJ5N #physiotherapy #physicaltherapy #physio #research

Our latest paper on the intersection of trauma and medical care highlighting the critical need for healthcare systems to recognize and address the profound impact of prior trauma on patients experiencing medical stressors. By integrating trauma-informed and trauma-focused practices into psychosocial programming, we can significantly improve patient outcomes. Key insights include: 🔹 The heightened risk of PTSD following medical stressors for trauma-exposed individuals. 🔹 The often-overlooked interaction between prior trauma and current medical experiences. 🔹 The necessity for practical guidance for psychologists to incorporate trauma-focused interventions in medical settings. We emphasize the importance of comprehensive trauma-focused assessment and treatment to enhance care for trauma-exposed patients. This article will be featured as a Clinical Education article in the next print copy of the Journal of Clinical Psychology in Medical Settings. We hope it will serve as an educational resource for those mentoring graduate and post-graduate trainees interested in the intersection of trauma and health. #TraumaInformedCare #PTSD #MedicalTrauma #Healthcare #ClinicalPsychology #PatientCare #IntegratedCare #PsychologyEducation https://lnkd.in/g6UEWrGe

Whatever You Do, Be Yourself While Doing It! Hello LinkedIn community, Throughout my varied career from providing care in Acute and General #Medicine across the UK, to pioneering roles in #academia at the University of Bradford and University of Hertfordshire, one core principle has always guided me: the power of authenticity. 🌟 **Embracing Individuality:** Whether I was conducting cutting-edge #genomic #research at the University of Liverpool or delivering comprehensive #medicaleducation, being #genuine has been key to my approach. This authenticity has enabled deeper connections with colleagues and students, fostering environments where #learning and #innovation thrive. 🔍 **Why Authenticity Matters:** 1. **Builds Trust**: In roles from #cardiology to #psychiatry, being genuine has helped me build trust with my #patients and #colleagues, proving essential for effective #teamwork and patient care. 2. **Drives Engagement**: My commitment to real, honest dialogue, whether in #clinicalpractice or as a #seniorlecturer, has encouraged my #peers and #students to engage more fully with their #work and #education. 3. **Enhances Job Satisfaction**: Aligning my work with my #values, such as when I managed #healthcare #programmes with multi-million pound budgets or mentored #medicalstudents, has not only maximised #impact but also personal #satisfaction. 4. **Inspires Others**: As a #leader and #educator, showing up as myself—flaws and all—has inspired others to do the same, cultivating a culture of #transparency and growth. 🛠 **Personal Reflection**: Reflecting on my journey, from hands-on clinical roles to strategic academic leadership, staying true to my core beliefs has not only propelled my career forward but has also brought immense personal fulfillment. 💬 **Now over to you**: How has being authentic impacted your professional and personal life? What challenges have you encountered in staying true to yourself? Please share your insights and experiences in the comments below. Let’s celebrate the strength that comes from #authenticity, in healthcare and beyond! #AuthenticityInAction #Leadership #HealthcareEducation #MedicalResearch #PhysicianAssociate #PersonalDevelopment

In the demanding world of #medicine, many #physicians are silently #struggling with #mentalhealth issues. Stats: In an article in 2022, between 100-300 physicians die by #suicide annually in the US. That’s like losing a whole medical school every year. Barriers to #Therapy: Despite being #healers, physicians often #avoid seeking help for themselves. Obstacles include the #stigma of receiving #treatment for mental health, self-diagnosis, and issues with poor treatment outcomes. There’s also the real risk of jeopardizing licensure and losing their livelihood. #Depression in Medical Training: Medical school, residency, and fellowship take a toll, which 15-30% of students and residents experiencing depressive symptoms. The #toxic work environment and constant #criticism also contribute. Issues beyond Residency: Mental health challenges continue post-training. Once physicians are out of training, they have to deal with relationship issues, difficulty with sleep, and the relentless demands of healthcare. Depression remains an ongoing battle even after their training is complete. #Physicians #MedicalSystem #Resident #Fellowship #MentalHealthMatters #HealthcareSystemChange Read the blog at TheBaseEQ.com/Blog

NMC sets up national task force to address concerns related to suicide among medical students According to the terms and references, the task force shall study existing literature and data on mental health and suicide of medical students, analyse factors contributing to these challenges and propose evidence-based strategies for improving mental health and preparatory of suicides. #Nationalmedicalcommission | #nationaltaskforce | #medicalstudents | #mentalhealth | #evidencebasedstrategies | #Healthnews Read more:

As Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist’s, we recognize the need to focus on an identified patient while remaining mindful of the systems of which they are a part. Furthermore, we recognize the power of generational patterns to play out unconsciously despite one or more family members having conscious desires to the contrary. Systems Psychodynamics describes these same kinds of systems level unconscious phenomena operating in the workplace. What’s more, they similarly impede conscious efforts to improve our systems whether it be a clinic, a hospital, or any other work setting. I’ve enjoyed the good fortune of completing medical training at three institutions with distinct cultures, norms, and developmental histories. Each has provided a valuable point of contrast with the next and aided my personal and professional development. The leap from one institution to the next has been driven by my intense desire for growth and change overshadowing the contrasting pull toward stability. It has been from this perspective of a relative outsider that I’ve retained enough psychological distance to begin to observe institutional group dynamics. Like the individual, groups share psychological defenses which strengthen their cohesion by confirming a less threatening shared version of reality. Oftentimes, when we are advocates of change on a systems level, we inadvertently trigger group psychological defenses and find ourselves impeding progress. It is therefore my view, that medical education in systems psychodynamics would enhance professional development and aid in progressive systemic change beyond what would otherwise be possible.

There needs to be more diversity in medicine, including more doctors with disabilities. Medicine needs to be more open to what physicians from a range of backgrounds can bring to the profession. As the article mentions, a lot of working physicians are already living with disabilities, whether they are primarily physical or mental health based. A lot of people develop disabilities after medical school or can no longer hide a disability they were keeping secret during medical school due to concerns about being discriminated against and passed over, as this article discusses. The heavy toll being a physician can take on a persons mental health is receiving more attention now. The bottom line is that doctors are human and can experience the same range of problems as anyone else. This includes physical or mental health related challenges. The idea that anyone who has a personal physical or mental health struggle can't be a good doctor is much too broad of an assumption. We would lose a lot of physicians if everyone truly believed that and the same is true for those who want, and are trying to, become doctors. There is a shortage of medical professionals and individuals who can do the work do not need to be automatically disqualified because of a disability.

The advantages of clinical preceptorship- the ongoing shortage of clinical year educators and the impact positive impact on clinical preceptors. It has been a rewarding experience precepting students. Not only does precepting keep me on my toes (continued medical education and development of interpersonal/professional skills/cultural competency), precepting also helps inspire students to consider the specialty of psychiatry and addiction medicine. If the students do not pursue a career in my specialty they always walk away with a better understanding of the psycho-socioeconomic impact of psychiatric health. This is the future of collaboration amongst professions as mental health continues to gain traction as an important indicator of co-morbid conditions. https://lnkd.in/d5_jiUaG