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  • Meet the team #02 – Mary Free Bed at Covenant Clinicians Talk Rehabilitation

Meet the team #02 – Mary Free Bed at Covenant Clinicians Talk Rehabilitation

Wednesday 20th December 2023

Hear inspiring stories from Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation clinicians as they discuss their dedication to patient care and personal journeys in this episode.
38 minutes
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Rehabilitationships
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Meet the Team: Heartfelt Stories from Mary Free Bed Clinicians

Episode Overview

  • Tracy Brettrager discusses the multidisciplinary approach and bonding with patients and families in inpatient rehabilitation.
  • Jacqueline Karius emphasizes the goal of helping individuals return to their pre-injury lives and the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in outpatient rehabilitation.
  • Ben Hogan shares his journey from bicycle mechanic to certified prosthetist and orthotist, highlighting his experiences volunteering in Guatemala.
Because we're the best team around, you guys. We have fun. We cry. We challenge each other. We strive every day to make everybody's lives a little bit better.
What drives someone to dedicate their life to rehabilitation? In this episode of 'Rehabilitationships', we get up close and personal with the passionate clinicians at Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation at Covenant HealthCare in the Great Lakes Bay Region. This installment in the 'Meet the Team' series introduces us to three dedicated professionals: Tracy Brettrager, Jacqueline Kareus, and Ben Hogan.
Tracy Brettrager, a registered nurse on the inpatient rehabilitation team, shares her moving experience of helping a brain injury patient take their first steps. Her story highlights the powerful connections formed between patients and caregivers. Jacqueline Kareus, an experienced physical therapist, talks about how witnessing her grandmother’s recovery from a broken hip inspired her career in healthcare. Her narrative underscores the importance of outpatient rehabilitation and helping patients regain their pre-injury lives.
Ben Hogan, a certified prosthetist and orthotist, brings a unique perspective to the table. From fixing bikes to fitting prosthetics, his journey is anything but ordinary. Ben also shares his experiences volunteering in Guatemala with the Range of Motion Project, showing how far-reaching the impact of compassionate care can be. Through these heartfelt conversations, you'll gain insight into the multidisciplinary approach that defines Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation.
The episode is a testament to the dedication and passion these clinicians bring to their work every day, making a real difference in their patients' lives.