Indian Health Center of Santa Clara Valley (IHC) Podcast

Before we begin this program today, we do want to provide a trigger warning that some of the details discussed may be emotionally difficult or disturbing for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised. If you are seeking help, please refer to the following resources for aid in the description of this program. Thank you so much for listening. 

Strong Hearts Native Helpline: 1-844-7NATIVE

National Human Trafficking Hotline: 1-888-373-7888, text "BeFree" (233733), or live chat at humantraffickinghotline.org.

The Mental Health Hotline of California: 866-903-3787

National Domestic Violence Hotline: Call 1.800.799.SAFE (7233)

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 

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Welcome to our April 2024 IHC Podcast: Survivor Advocacy with Elizabeth"

Join us in this episode as we delve into crucial conversations with Elizabeth, a passionate Justice Studies Major and Survivor Advocate. Together, we navigate the challenging terrain of dealing with sexual violence, where to find support and the empowering journey of self-advocacy.

Elizabeth shares invaluable insights on advocating for oneself, whether in bustling urban environments or remote rural areas. Discover practical tips on building relationships with law enforcement, crucial for navigating the aftermath of trauma.

Drawing from her own experiences as a survivor, Elizabeth opens up about her journey and how it ignited her commitment to supporting others through their healing processes. Her resilience and dedication shed light on the transformative power of justice studies and survivor advocacy.

Tune in to gain invaluable wisdom, empower yourself, and stand in solidarity with survivors as we navigate these critical discussions together.

Mentioned in this episode:

YWCA: https://yourywca.org/support-services/

MMIW Website: https://www.justice.gov/tribal/mmip

Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://bit.ly/IHC-Podcast⁠ 

View on Youtube: ⁠https://bit.ly/IHC-YouTubeLink⁠ 

#IHCsanjose #MMIP #MMIW #NoMoreStolenSisters  #April2024 #SurvivorAdvocacy #IHCPodcast #TW #TriggerWarning 

Before we begin this program today, we do want to provide a trigger warning that some of the details discussed may be emotionally difficult or disturbing for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised. If you are seeking help, please refer to the following resources for aid in the description of this program. Thank you so much for listening. 

Strong Hearts Native Helpline: 1-844-7NATIVE

National Human Trafficking Hotline: 1-888-373-7888, text "BeFree" (233733), or live chat at humantraffickinghotline.org.

The Mental Health Hotline of California: 866-903-3787

National Domestic Violence Hotline: Call 1.800.799.SAFE (7233)

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 

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Welcome to our April 2024  IHC Podcast | Knowing Your Surroundings with Deanna Haley

Tune in as we introduce Deanna Haley (She/her), a Community Service Officer from the Bay Area. In this episode, Deanna provides valuable insights on staying safe in urban environments like the Bay Area. Drawing from her personal experiences growing up as a young woman, Deanna contrasts her childhood with that of her brothers and offers practical tips for preparedness and safety.

Mentioned in this episode:

Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://bit.ly/IHC-Podcast⁠ 

View on Youtube: ⁠https://bit.ly/IHC-YouTubeLink⁠ 

Feather Alert Link: https://www.chp.ca.gov/Pages/Feather-Alert.aspx

#IHCsanjose #MMIP #MMIW #NoMoreStolenSisters   #April2024 #CultureIsMedicine #IHCPodcast #FeatherAlert #StaySafe #KnowingYourSurroundings

Before we begin this program today, we do want to provide a trigger warning that some of the details discussed may be emotionally difficult or disturbing for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised. If you are seeking help, please refer to the following resources for aid in the description of this program. Thank you so much for listening. 

Strong Hearts Native Helpline: 1-844-7NATIVE

National Human Trafficking Hotline: 1-888-373-7888, text "BeFree" (233733), or live chat at humantraffickinghotline.org.

The Mental Health Hotline of California: 866-903-3787

National Domestic Violence Hotline: Call 1.800.799.SAFE (7233)

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 

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Welcome to our April 2024  IHC Podcast: MMIP+ with Elisa Alvarado

Listen in as we meet Elisa Alvarado (She/her) a Purépecha, Chicana and an active member of the Red Earth Women’s Society for many years. During this episode Elisa shared her insight about the Missing, and Murdered Peoples (MMIP+) movement, and highlighted the efforts folks are making in the community to use their voice for change. 

Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://bit.ly/IHC-Podcast⁠ 

View on Youtube: ⁠https://bit.ly/IHC-YouTubeLink⁠ 

Feather Alert Link: https://www.chp.ca.gov/Pages/Feather-Alert.aspx

#IHCsanjose #MMIP #MMIW #NoMoreStolenSisters #RedEarth WomensSociety  #April2024 #CultureIsMedicine #IHCPodcast

March is Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month!

This month @IHCPodcast had the privilege of sitting down with two incredible doctors, Dr. Mercer, MD MPH and Dr. Sikina, MD (@ERsportsdoc), who shared their insights from navigating the IHC Residency Program. From discussing the journey to becoming a doctor to unraveling the complexities of brain injuries and strategies for prevention and treatment, our conversation was both enlightening and enjoyable. I'm excited to share it with you all! Let's unite in spreading awareness together!

Ready to delve deeper?

Tune in to the latest episode of the IHC podcast on Spotify: ⁠https://bit.ly/IHC-Podcast⁠

And catch the discussion on YouTube: ⁠https://bit.ly/IHC-YouTubeLink⁠

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"Starting my residency at IHC, I've enjoyed the opportunity to provide quality care to our patients. Whether in the clinic or at O'Connor Hospital, I'm committed to their well-being. Ensuring continuity, I check on our hospitalized IHC patients, ensuring quality care." - Dr. Mercer, MD MPH

"I'm currently in a Sports Medicine fellowship with IHC, where I work in the clinic and also cover ER shifts at O'Connor Hospital. This arrangement ensures continuous care; if any of my IHC patients need attention in the ER, I'm readily available to oversee their well-being." - Dr. Sikina,. MD

#IHCsanjose #IHCResidencyProgram #IHCFellowship #BecomingADoctor #March2024 #TraumaticBrainInjury #IHCPodcast #TBIAwarenessMonth #BrainHealth

This month, we were honored to connect with Michael Andrews (he/him), a proud tribal member of the Pyramid Lake Paiute, Kickapoo, Sac & Fox, and Ojibwe tribes. Michael works at IHC as our Prevention Services Supervisor. During our insightful discussion, Michael shared details about the Youth Workforce Development program offered through our Prevention Services program at the Indian Health Center. This program provides youth with skills such as interview techniques, professional attire, resume building, and workplace etiquette. Participants receive a stipend and exposure to various job opportunities in their chosen field, emerging from the program as professionals. Specifically tailored for native youth, it also serves as a mentorship program as they transition into the professional world.

"' Youth who participate in our Youth Workforce Development Program not only receive a stipend upon joining but also emerge from the program with increased confidence for interviews and a greater ease in responding to potential employers' questions.'"- Michael Andrews.

Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://bit.ly/IHC-Podcast⁠

View on Youtube: ⁠https://bit.ly/IHC-YouTubeLink⁠

#IHCsanjose #YouthWorkforce #InterviewTechniques #JobTraining #YoungProfessionals #PreventionServices #IndigenousResilience

Welcome to our latest “Culture Is Medicine” segment on the IHC Podcast!

For our Culture is Medicine segment we were introduced to Littlebear Sanchez, IHC Support Specialist. He is a Two-Spirited Lipan Apache/Mexican filmmaker and the founder of Wild Butterfly Productions. During our conversation, he shared his journey to IHC and how finding a place where indigenous culture is not only celebrated but thriving was vital for him.

“'Culture is medicine' resonates deeply with the healing power embedded in our traditions... a positive mindset that transcends urban complexities and reconnects me to the profound medicine of my cultural roots.” - Littlebear Sanchez

Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://bit.ly/IHC-Podcast⁠

View on Youtube: ⁠https://bit.ly/IHC-YouTubeLink⁠

#IHCsanjose #CultureIsMedicine #BAAITSpowwow #TwoSpirit #MexicaNewYear

Listen to our latest IHC Podcast episode: BAAITS Powwow 2024!

Meet Angel C. Fabian (he/she/they) in ceremonial spaces known as Tlahuizpapalotl (Butterfly of Light) is the current Executive Director of BAAITS). They shared their journey at BAAITS and the impact they have made as a non-profit organization. We had an enlightening conversation about the term "Two Spirit" and the upcoming BAAITS Powwow, which is scheduled for February 10th, 2024 at the Fort Mason Festival Pavilion in San Francisco, CA.

“’To quote a TS elder, ‘Being Two Spirit, is not something you come out as, it is something you come into, and that comes with responsibility. It comes with being asked to do many things for your people.’” ~ Angel - Tlahuiz

Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://bit.ly/IHC-Podcast⁠

View on Youtube: ⁠https://bit.ly/IHC-YouTubeLink⁠

#IHCsanjose #BayAreaAmericanIndianTwoSpirit #BAAITSpowwow #TwoSpiritPowwow #2Spirit #MexicaNewYear

0:25 - Meet Angel Fabian, MD MNA (Executive Director of BAAITS)

1:18 - About BAAITS organization

10:23 - What does Two Spirit Mean?

13:22 - Overcoming Challenges

17:55 - Becoming a Non Profit

18:14 - Upcoming Survey study

22:40 - What does Culture is Medicine mean to you?

Welcome to our January 2024  IHC Podcast: Know your why!

Listen in as we meet IHC's new Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Elizabeth McCraven! She shared about her path at IHC and we had a great Q&A session about being a doctor, dispelling myths and the importance of a health care professional's reason for working in medicine.

 "Knowing your why is one of the most important things as a Doctor, because in this work the burn out rate is high. If you know your ‘why’, then sticking through the hard times is easier because you understand your purpose." - Dr. McCraven

Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://bit.ly/IHC-Podcast⁠ 

View on Youtube: ⁠https://bit.ly/IHC-YouTubeLink⁠ 

#IHCsanjose #ChiefMedicalOfficer #January2024 #CultureIsMedicine #IHCPodcast

Welcome to our January 2024  IHC Podcast: Culture is Medicine! 

Listen in and meet Jose Morales, a Mexica Dancer and aspiring Nurse. As he shares his experience of being a Mexica Dancer with Calpulli Tonalehqueh, a San Jose Bay Area cultural dance collective. He also shared the impact Mexica New Year has on him each year and how it helps him feel closer to his ancestral roots. 

“’Culture is medicine’ to me is a reminder on how I’m carrying my ancestors' hopes and wishes on my shoulders as a form of guidance and power.” - Jose Morales

Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://bit.ly/IHC-Podcast⁠ 

View on Youtube: ⁠https://bit.ly/IHC-YouTubeLink⁠ 

#IHCsanjose #January2024 #CultureIsMedicine #MexicaNewYear

0:00 - Intro

0:34 - Meet Jose

1:00 - Mexica Dancing

3:08 - Meaning of Calpulli Tonalehqueh

5:44 - What does "Culture is Medicine" mean to you?

8:00 - Jose's IHC Journey

13:35 - Cali Native Night Documentary

14:41- Mexica New Year

18:12 - Etiquette at Powwows and Cultural events from a Dancer's perspective

24:19 - What's next for Jose?

29:40 - Advice34:32 - Finding Confidence

Welcome to our December 2023 IHC Podcast segment: Culture is Medicine

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0:00 - Intro0:31 - Meet Ari

0:48 - Background with IHC

1:45 - IHC's Youth Group

4:33 - Memorable Moments

10:35 - IHC's Youth Media Team

18:10 - What do you wish you could have done differently?

20:58 - What is "B" roll footage?

22:34 - IHC's impact on Ari's Life

24:48 - Appreciating Your Ancestors

28:58 - Overcoming Obstacles

36:22 - What's Next for Ari?

38:30 - Resources Ari Recommends

43:45 - Advice