Heartline: Changemaking in Healthcare

From Emergency Room to Entrepreneurship: One Doctor's Mission to Transform Palliative Care

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In this Heartline Echo Episode, I sit down with Dr. Arian Nachat, an emergency medicine and palliative care physician who's making waves in healthcare. We explore her multifaceted career and the innovative platform she's created to address critical gaps in palliative care access.

Dr. Nachat shares her journey from emergency medicine to palliative care, highlighting the importance of a holistic approach to patient care. We discuss the challenges facing healthcare today, including the corporatization of medicine and its impact on patient-doctor relationships.

Our conversation delves into the heart of what it means to provide compassionate care, especially for those facing serious illnesses. Dr. Nachat's insights on the importance of truly listening to patients and understanding their values are both inspiring and practical.

Key insights from our discussion include:
  • The evolution of emergency medicine and the need for a more patient-centered approach
  • The critical role of palliative care in modern healthcare and why it's often misunderstood
  • How technology can bridge the gap in palliative care access, especially in rural areas
  • The importance of having difficult conversations about end-of-life care and advanced directives
  • Balancing a medical career with motherhood and personal well-being
    • Discover how to:
    • Navigate career transitions in medicine while staying true to your values
    • Incorporate a more holistic approach to patient care in high-stress environments
    • Use technology to improve healthcare access and patient outcomes
    • Find your voice as a healthcare professional and advocate for change
    • Balance the demands of a medical career with personal life and family responsibilities

      • This episode offers valuable insights for healthcare professionals at all stages of their careers, as well as anyone interested in the human side of medicine. Dr. Nachat's journey from the emergency room to founding a palliative care platform demonstrates the diverse paths available within the medical field.

      "Talking to me isn't about talking about dying. It's actually talking about how you want to live because your values and what brings meaning to you and how you define those things determines how you're going to live." - Dr. Arian Nachat

      Join us for this thought-provoking conversation that bridges the gap between medical expertise and human experience, offering a rare glimpse into the world of emergency medicine, palliative care, and the evolving landscape of healthcare.

      Connect with Dr. Arian Nachat:
      • LinkedIn: Arian Nachat MD
      • Website: https://pallity.com/




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        Heartline: Changemaking in HealthcareBy Andrea Austin, MD