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  • Ep.42 - Dr. Sarah Abedi - Healing Paradigms Beyond the Hospital

Ep.42 - Dr. Sarah Abedi - Healing Paradigms Beyond the Hospital

Wednesday 4th December 2024

Dr. Sarah Abedi discusses her shift from emergency medicine to psychedelic advocacy, exploring holistic healing and systemic healthcare issues.
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From ER to Psychedelic Advocate: Dr. Sarah Abedi's Journey

Episode Overview

  • Dr. Abedi's shift from emergency medicine to psychedelic therapy.
  • Systemic issues in healthcare that led to her career change.
  • Potential benefits of psychedelics like psilocybin and MDMA.
  • The importance of integrating mental and physical health.
  • Need for a more compassionate approach in modern healthcare.
We were doing a pretty decent job of diagnosing diseases but we were not spending too much time on prevention and the art of healing.
In this episode of MINDBEND, Dr. Sarah Abedi shares her fascinating transition from emergency medicine to becoming a vocal advocate for psychedelic therapy. Dr. Abedi recounts her experiences in one of the nation's busiest emergency rooms during the pandemic, revealing the systemic issues that pushed her to explore holistic healing and preventative care. Feeling the strain of burnout and disillusionment with conventional medical practices, she turned to psychedelics as a means to address deeper traumas and chronic conditions.
The conversation covers the potential benefits of substances like psilocybin and MDMA, and how they can be used to tackle the root causes of various ailments. Dr. Abedi also discusses the importance of integrating mental and physical health and the need for a more compassionate approach in healthcare. If you're curious about the intersection of modern medicine and alternative therapies, this episode offers a thought-provoking perspective that challenges the status quo.