Breathing New Life: The Heart of Respiratory Care at Mary Free Bed
Episode Overview
The importance of patient and family education in respiratory care. How Mary Free Bed's ventilator program started and evolved. The role of multidisciplinary collaboration in patient recovery. Challenges faced by respiratory therapists during the COVID-19 pandemic. Success stories of patients regaining independence.
Every patient's a little bit different, but it's just educating in the moment.
Have you ever wondered what it takes to breathe new life into a patient? In this heartwarming episode of Rehabilitationships, host Chris Mills and co-host Maria Gordon, Digital Marketing Coordinator at Mary Free Bed, shine a spotlight on the incredible work of the Respiratory Therapy Program during Respiratory Care Week. The episode features engaging conversations with Dr. Eric Geiser, Medical Director of the Respiratory Care Department, and Rebecca Brower, a seasoned respiratory therapist.
They share their journeys from acute care to rehabilitation and reveal the profound impact of their work on patients' lives. From the inception of the ventilator program to the multidisciplinary approach that includes physical, occupational, and speech therapy, you'll get an inside look at how Mary Free Bed is transforming respiratory care. Dr. Geiser and Rebecca discuss the unique challenges and rewards of working with ventilator-dependent patients, including those affected by COVID-19.
They emphasise the importance of patient and family education, collaboration among healthcare professionals, and the joy of seeing patients regain their independence. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the behind-the-scenes efforts that make recovery possible. Tune in to hear inspiring stories of resilience and learn why Mary Free Bed's Respiratory Therapy Program is a model for others to follow.