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S4 EP 6: Advocating for Four-Dimensional Health with Dr. Jacob Kendall
What if we redefined healthcare beyond just doctor’s visits and medication? In this episode of The Public Health Joy Podcast, Dr. Joyee Washington welcomes Dr. Jacob Kendall, a passionate advocate for people with chronic illness, chronic pain, and disabilities.
Having undergone two open-heart surgeries and served as a caregiver for loved ones with heart disease, Dr. Kendall brings a deeply personal perspective to this conversation. He introduces his "four-dimensional health" framework, highlighting how health is not just medical but also social, financial, and systemic.
He also explores the challenges of navigating the healthcare system, the power of self-advocacy, and the vital role of caregivers (as well as practical tips to help them care for themselves). If you’ve ever struggled with managing chronic illness or supporting a loved one, this episode is packed with insights to help you build resilience and find joy in the process!
Key Points From This Episode:
Dr. Kendall’s journey with chronic illness and caregiving. [02:15]
Redefining health beyond the medical model: what is four-dimensional health? [06:15]
The social and financial barriers to managing chronic illness. [12:01]
How mortality and intellectual curiosity shaped Dr. Kendall’s approach. [15:02]
The disconnect between medical research and its impact on communities. [18:26]
Navigating the healthcare system as a patient and advocate. [20:33]
Practical self-advocacy strategies for chronic illness. [23:41]
Ways that asking for help is part of your prevention plan. [27:06]
The emotional toll of caregiving and how to manage it. [29:28]
How small actions can create meaningful, big-picture change. [31:11]
Finding joy and purpose despite health challenges. [33:08]
Key Points From This Episode:
Dr. Kendall’s journey with chronic illness and caregiving. [02:15]
Redefining health beyond the medical model: what is four-dimensional health? [06:15]
The social and financial barriers to managing chronic illness. [12:01]
How mortality and intellectual curiosity shaped Dr. Kendall’s approach. [15:02]
The disconnect between medical research and its impact on communities. [18:26]
Navigating the healthcare system as a patient and advocate. [20:33]
Practical self-advocacy strategies for chronic illness. [23:41]
Ways that asking for help is part of your prevention plan. [27:06]
The emotional toll of caregiving and how to manage it. [29:28]
How small actions can create meaningful, big-picture change. [31:11]
Finding joy and purpose despite health challenges. [33:08]
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and, leave a review! For more transcripts, show notes,and more visit: https://joyeewashington.com/public-health-joy-season-4/
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What if we redefined healthcare beyond just doctor’s visits and medication? In this episode of The Public Health Joy Podcast, Dr. Joyee Washington welcomes Dr. Jacob Kendall, a passionate advocate for people with chronic illness, chronic pain, and disabilities.
Having undergone two open-heart surgeries and served as a caregiver for loved ones with heart disease, Dr. Kendall brings a deeply personal perspective to this conversation. He introduces his "four-dimensional health" framework, highlighting how health is not just medical but also social, financial, and systemic.
He also explores the challenges of navigating the healthcare system, the power of self-advocacy, and the vital role of caregivers (as well as practical tips to help them care for themselves). If you’ve ever struggled with managing chronic illness or supporting a loved one, this episode is packed with insights to help you build resilience and find joy in the process!
Key Points From This Episode:
Dr. Kendall’s journey with chronic illness and caregiving. [02:15]
Redefining health beyond the medical model: what is four-dimensional health? [06:15]
The social and financial barriers to managing chronic illness. [12:01]
How mortality and intellectual curiosity shaped Dr. Kendall’s approach. [15:02]
The disconnect between medical research and its impact on communities. [18:26]
Navigating the healthcare system as a patient and advocate. [20:33]
Practical self-advocacy strategies for chronic illness. [23:41]
Ways that asking for help is part of your prevention plan. [27:06]
The emotional toll of caregiving and how to manage it. [29:28]
How small actions can create meaningful, big-picture change. [31:11]
Finding joy and purpose despite health challenges. [33:08]
Key Points From This Episode:
Dr. Kendall’s journey with chronic illness and caregiving. [02:15]
Redefining health beyond the medical model: what is four-dimensional health? [06:15]
The social and financial barriers to managing chronic illness. [12:01]
How mortality and intellectual curiosity shaped Dr. Kendall’s approach. [15:02]
The disconnect between medical research and its impact on communities. [18:26]
Navigating the healthcare system as a patient and advocate. [20:33]
Practical self-advocacy strategies for chronic illness. [23:41]
Ways that asking for help is part of your prevention plan. [27:06]
The emotional toll of caregiving and how to manage it. [29:28]
How small actions can create meaningful, big-picture change. [31:11]
Finding joy and purpose despite health challenges. [33:08]
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and, leave a review! For more transcripts, show notes,and more visit: https://joyeewashington.com/public-health-joy-season-4/
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