59. Patient Empowerment + Guide for Navigating Healthcare
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In this episode…
A major part of living with brain injury can become the doctors appointments, therapies, and healthcare system - but it doesn't have to be overwhelming.
This week, Dr. Kelsy Rayl is here to walk us through some steps to be more empowered as a patient, including practical tools on what to do to show up at appointments informed and get the most out of them. We also discuss managing symptoms in appointments, identifying personal recovery goals, and how to find the right medical team. It is important to know which doctors will help you to do which things, so that you can get your needs and symptoms addressed.
This is an encouraging and very important conversation for anyone navigating the healthcare system post-brain injury. Whether you are a survivor, caregiver, or family member listening - you'll leave more empowered and informed to know that you can take an active role in this healthcare journey!
Meet Our Guest
Taryn Barlow is the Owner/CEO of her private practice, The Well Brain Cognitive Health Coaching. Taryn created this practice to fill a gap in care she saw while working as a neuro speech language pathologist. Taryn noticed that many individuals navigating life after brain injury were alone navigating the health care system, struggling to use strategies in the real world, and lacked confidence keeping life too small.
Taryn added additional education and certifications to build her brain injury knowledge base including Certified International Health Coach, Certified Brain Injury Specialist & Amen University Certified Brain Health Professional.
Taryn is passionate about supporting those who have sustained brain injury in balancing lifestyle, enabling them to thrive again in a model of care that is tailored to you as an individual. No brain injury journey is the same, yet every person deserves to navigate the world with cognitive confidence again.
IG: @Taryn_TheWellBrain
Website: https://thewellbrainslp.com/
This podcast is for education and informational purposes only, and not intended for medical advice. If you need specific medical advice, please consult your physician.
