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The Situation Report - Ep 013 - Dr Kelly Nabal 1 of 3
The Situation Report - Ep 013 - Dr Kelly Nabal 1 of 3
The Situation Report - Ep 013 - Dr Kelly Nabal 1 of 3
Tuesday 12th January 2016
Dr Kelly Nabal discusses the VA's holistic care for veterans, focusing on family therapy and shared medical appointments on 'The Situation Report'.
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Get the buttons here!Holistic Healing: Dr Kelly Nabal's Mission at the VA
The VA is committed to providing multidisciplinary care to veterans and their families, with a focus on addressing emotional and behavioral difficulties that may come with managing chronic conditions like diabetes.
Imagine having a healthcare professional who not only understands the medical intricacies of your condition but also shares a personal connection to your experiences. That's exactly what Dr Kelly Nabal brings to the Veterans Affairs (VA) team in Allentown. In this episode of 'The Situation Report', hosted by Adam Banotai, Dr Nabal opens up about her multifaceted role at the VA and the holistic approach they take to veteran care.
With her father being a veteran, Dr Nabal's commitment to her work is deeply personal, enhancing her ability to connect with and support veterans on a profound level. She discusses her nearly two years at the VA, where she provides individual, group, and family therapy. One unique aspect of her work includes shared medical appointments for diabetes management, involving a team of endocrinologists, nutritionists, pharmacists, and psychologists.
This collaborative method aims to address the physical and emotional challenges veterans face when managing chronic conditions. Another standout feature of the VA's care model is its focus on marriage and family therapy. Dr Nabal emphasizes how veterans' struggles often ripple out to affect their loved ones, making family involvement in therapy sessions crucial. She shares heartwarming stories of family members eager to participate, offering invaluable perspectives that help address relational issues and support healing.
Throughout the episode, Dr Nabal and Banotai dive into the myriad challenges veterans encounter, from physical injuries to emotional scars and barriers to accessing care. They highlight the importance of seeking help and the value of peer-to-peer support. This episode is a testament to the VA's dedication to providing comprehensive, multidisciplinary care that goes beyond treating symptoms to fostering overall well-being.
Whether you're a veteran, a family member, or someone interested in understanding the complexities of veteran care, this episode offers insightful and compassionate perspectives worth listening to.