The Power of Holistic Healthcare

"We learn things even when they're unsaid." - Kirit Sehmbi

Summary

In this episode of the Check-in With Podcast, host Calvin Anderson speaks with Kirit Sehmbi, a qualified health and wellbeing practitioner and registered nurse.

They discuss the importance of holistic healthcare, the emotional toll of caregiving, and the impact of vicarious trauma on healthcare workers.

Kirit shares her experiences in community nursing, the significance of independence for patients, and the challenges posed by bureaucracy in healthcare settings.

They also explore the role of peer support in healing, the value of soft skills in healthcare, and the need for a broader understanding of health that encompasses all aspects of a person's life.

Takeaways

Holistic healthcare starts before entering a clinic.

Empowering patients with knowledge is crucial.

Vicarious trauma can affect healthcare workers' emotional responses.

Independence in healthcare helps build patient confidence.

Bureaucracy can hinder effective patient care.

Moral injury differs from burnout in its emotional impact.

Peer support is essential for healthcare workers.

Soft skills are vital for effective patient interactions.

Holistic care addresses all contributing factors to health.

Stepping away from work can provide new perspectives.

To get in touch with Kirit, please use the following:

www.illuminatehealth.co.uk