Marshall Poe
Marshall Poe
Susan Partovi, "Renegade M.D.: A Doctor's Stories from the Streets" (Bookbaby, 2024)
Susan Partovi, "Renegade M.D.: A Doctor's Stories from the Streets" (Bookbaby, 2024)
Susan Partovi, "Renegade M.D.: A Doctor's Stories from the Streets" (Bookbaby, 2024)
Sunday 21st April 2024
Dr. Susan Partovi shares her journey from affluent L.A. to providing medical care on the streets in 'Renegade M.D.'
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Get the buttons here!Dr. Susan Partovi: Street Medicine and Humanity
Episode Overview
- Dr. Partovi’s journey from affluent L.A. to street medicine.
- The importance of compassionate care for all patients.
- Humorous yet poignant medical anecdotes.
- Challenges faced by homeless individuals with mental health issues.
- Advocacy for better healthcare policies.
There's no way in hell I would let my grandmother be homeless in the streets
Dr. Susan Partovi has a unique journey that led her from the affluent neighbourhoods of West L.A. to the streets of Los Angeles, where she provides medical care to the homeless. In this episode of 'New Books in Drugs, Addiction and Recovery', Dr. Partovi shares her experiences and insights from her book, 'Renegade M.D.: A Doctor's Stories from the Streets'.
Her story began in high school when she volunteered at a dump site in Tijuana, which ignited her passion for providing quality medical care to those in need. Over the years, she has worked tirelessly in various facilities around Los Angeles County, going above and beyond for her patients. As the Medical Director of Homeless Health Care Los Angeles, she has become an international leader in street medicine, documenting her patients' stories along the way. Dr.
Partovi's tales are not just about medicine but also about humanity. She talks about the humour and camaraderie among medical staff while dealing with severe cases, like cleaning maggot-infested wounds and addressing the dire needs of the underserved. Her anecdotes reflect the harsh realities faced by the homeless and the mentally ill, shedding light on the systemic issues within healthcare and society's treatment of substance users and those with mental health issues.
The episode also touches on the importance of end-of-life care and including families in medical decisions, a lesson Dr. Partovi learned through both her professional experiences and personal loss. She emphasises the need for compassion and respect for all patients, regardless of their circumstances. Dr. Partovi’s dedication to her patients and her advocacy for better healthcare policies make this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the challenges and triumphs of providing medical care on the streets. Dr.
Partovi’s stories are both heart-wrenching and inspiring, highlighting the critical need for compassionate healthcare for all. Tune in to hear more about her incredible journey and the lives she’s touched.