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Living Well Through Palliative Care with Dr. Vicki Jackson
Living Well Through Palliative Care with Dr. Vicki Jackson
Living Well Through Palliative Care with Dr. Vicki Jackson
Wednesday 20th March 2019
Dr. Vicki Jackson explores the role of empathy in palliative care, sharing tools for supporting patients through serious illness on 'Charged'.
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Get the buttons here!Empathy in Action: Dr. Vicki Jackson on Palliative Care
Living in uncertainty is the hardest part of having a serious illness and I think that the treatments often right now are just adding to uncertainty in a way where really I'm feeling like I'm really trying to push patients to spend a lot of time thinking about they're going to be living in uncertainty for Years and even if they're Five Years out and we think they're essentially cured, we just don't know.
Dr. Vicki Jackson's journey into palliative care began with a single patient who showed her the profound impact of empathy in medical treatment. As an internal medicine resident, this experience ignited her passion for providing specialized support to those facing serious illnesses. In this episode of 'Charged: Stories from the Women Leading Health Care', Dr. Jackson, the chief of the palliative care and Geriatric Medicine division at Mass General, shares her insights on how empathy can transform patient care. Dr.
Jackson delves into the complexities of helping patients make informed decisions while dealing with the uncertainties of serious illness. She emphasizes the importance of behavioral management for caregivers and offers practical tools for coping, including the use of rituals to enhance personal well-being. Her stories and experiences provide a compassionate perspective on palliative care, illustrating how empathy can be a guiding force in supporting patients through their most challenging times.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the human side of healthcare. Dr. Jackson's approach to palliative care is not just about managing symptoms but about fostering a supportive environment where patients feel heard and understood. Whether you're a healthcare professional, a caregiver, or someone interested in the power of empathy in medicine, Dr. Jackson's insights will leave you inspired and enlightened.