Eternal Medicine Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Are you a medical professional or student? Have you ever wished to learn about sharing your faith in the workplace? In this new podcast you will learn how to integrate your faith into your practice. Journey with host David F. Garner as he interviews several professionals from various disciplines including nurses, doctors, a dentist, and some therapists. He speaks with practitioners who have decades of experience to learn their wisdom on the ethics and methods of faith sharing with patients and clients. Please subscribe and share with someone else.
This is part 2 of the interview started in episode 6. This Interview was conducted with Lora Vetter OTR/L, Dr Julia Hollister CCC-SLP, and Chris Stewart DPT.
Disclaimer: This show is an independent production from Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN) and is intended to support its mission. However, it is not part of, affiliated with, or endorsed by the Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN) or the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists® headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland or any of its affiliates known as the Seventh-day Adventist® Church. Thus, any contents or opinions expressed, implied or included in or with the services offered by the Eternal Medicine podcast are solely those of the Eternal Medicine podcast or the speaker and not those of the Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN), the General Conference or the Seventh-day Adventist® Church.
This episode covers ways in which therapists can address the spiritual needs of those they treat. This Interview was conducted with Lora Vetter OTR/L, Dr Julia Hollister CCC-SLP, and Chris Stewart DPT
Methods to help patients calm anxiety Triangle Breathing Technique - https://davidfgarner.blogspot.com/2021/08/triangle-breathing-calm-your-mind-with.html Safe and Sound protocol - www.integratedlistening.com
Motivational Interviewing - https://motivationalinterviewing.org/understanding-motivational-interviewing
Bibliotherapy, What is it? - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapy-types/bibliotherapy
Disclaimer: This show is an independent production from Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN) and is intended to support its mission. However, it is not part of, affiliated with, or endorsed by the Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN) or the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists® headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland or any of its affiliates known as the Seventh-day Adventist® Church. Thus, any contents or opinions expressed, implied or included in or with the services offered by the Eternal Medicine podcast are solely those of the Eternal Medicine podcast or the speaker and not those of the Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN), the General Conference or the Seventh-day Adventist® Church.
In this episode, I have the pleasure of discussing the role doctors play in addressing the spiritual needs of their patients. Do patients wish their doctors would address this topic? What tools are available to find out patients spiritual needs? Find out in this episode. This interview was conducted with Dr. Matt Hartman and Dr. Brian Schwartz
Book mentioned in this episode:
- Medical Ministry by Ellen White https://adventistbookcenter.com/medical-ministry.html
Article on HOPE questionnaire
- https://www.aafp.org/afp/2001/0101/p81.html
This study discusses if spirituality is a key determinant of health.
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14754624/
Mayo Clinic study
- https://www.mayoclinicproceedings.org/article/S0025-6196(11)62799-7/abstract
Disclaimer:
This show is an independent production from Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN) and is intended to support its mission. However, it is not part of, affiliated with, or endorsed by the Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN) or the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists® headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland or any of its affiliates known as the Seventh-day Adventist® Church. Thus, any contents or opinions expressed, implied or included in or with the services offered by the Eternal Medicine podcast are solely those of the Eternal Medicine podcast or the speaker and not those of the Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN), the General Conference or the Seventh-day Adventist® Church.
This week I speak with a licensed mental health counselor about the connects between mental health and spiritual health. We also discuss productive ways to help your patient or client explore their spiritual side and cope with negative spiritual feelings. This interview was conducted with Tress Kihugu LPC.
Show notes
Spiritual journaling prompts:
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https://amendo.com/how-to-keep-a-spiritual-journal-with-writing-prompts-to-get-you-started/
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https://www.christa-smith.com/journal-prompts-to-explore-your-spirituality/
Article on understanding someone who feels God is punishing them. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-intelligent-divorce/201303/god-why-have-you-made-me-your-target-job-720
Disclaimer: This show is an independent production from Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN) and is intended to support its mission. However, it is not part of, affiliated with, or endorsed by the Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN) or the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists® headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland or any of its affiliates known as the Seventh-day Adventist® Church. Thus, any contents or opinions expressed, implied or included in or with the services offered by the Eternal Medicine podcast are solely those of the Eternal Medicine podcast or the speaker and not those of the Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN), the General Conference or the Seventh-day Adventist® Church.
In this week’s episode, I talk with two nurses about their role in meeting the spiritual needs of patients. We also discuss ways nurses can better equip themselves with tools to address each patient’s individual needs. This interview was conducted with Briana Sullivan RN, BSN and Barbra Mayes RN, BSN. Show Notes
Jean Watson’s theory of human caring explained in detail (see section on faith-hope) - https://currentnursing.com/nursing_theory/Watson.html
Another great article on Watson’s theory - https://currentnursing.com/nursing_theory/Watson.html
Article on the role of nurses in providing spiritual care to patients. - https://www.asrn.org/journal-nursing/1781-the-role-of-nurses-in-providing-spiritual-care-to-patients-an-overview.html
Good article on faith sharing as a Christian nurse - https://blog.cuw.edu/how-christian-nurses-can-reach-patients/
Disclaimer: This show is an independent production from Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN) and is intended to support its mission. However, it is not part of, affiliated with, or endorsed by the Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN) or the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists® headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland or any of its affiliates known as the Seventh-day Adventist® Church. Thus, any contents or opinions expressed, implied or included in or with the services offered by the Eternal Medicine podcast are solely those of the Eternal Medicine podcast or the speaker and not those of the Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN), the General Conference or the Seventh-day Adventist® Church.
This interview was conducted with Dr. Timothy Prewitt who is a dentist and formally trained in ethics. Our conversation centers on the ethics surrounding sharing of personal faith in a professional setting. Does doing so compromise our mission to treat all people equally? Is there a conflict of interest? We also discuss ways dentists can meet the needs of their patients.
Show Notes Article on the ethics of evangelizing to patients at bedside. Includes the story of nurse put on leave for praying with patient - https://www.nursingcenter.com/ce_articleprint?an=00005217-201112000-00008
Article on ethical analysis on evangelizing to patients. Includes Florence Nightingale’s thoughts on the subject - https://journals.lww.com/journalofchristiannursing/fulltext/2019/07000/evangelism_in_patient_care__an_ethical_analysis.13.aspx
A biblical look at Jesus’ method of evangelism - https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/spiritual-life/be-patient-with-your-evangelism-1395004.html
Books mentioned in this episode: - Real Peace, Real Answers by E. G. White https://adventistbookcenter.com/real-peace-real-answers-asi.html - Christ’s Method Alone by Philip Samaan https://www.adventsource.org/store/adult-ministries/community-services/christs-method-alone-37147
Disclaimer: This show is an independent production from Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN) and is intended to support its mission. However, it is not part of, affiliated with, or endorsed by the Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN) or the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists® headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland or any of its affiliates known as the Seventh-day Adventist® Church. Thus, any contents or opinions expressed, implied or included in or with the services offered by the Eternal Medicine podcast are solely those of the Eternal Medicine podcast or the speaker and not those of the Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN), the General Conference or the Seventh-day Adventist® Church.
This interview was conducted with Pastor Julie Vega who is a chaplain. In it we discuss what chaplains do and what part they play in the care team. We also discuss the idea of faith-sharing and how we should understand that in the context of a healthcare setting. Finally, we discuss interventions that can help comfort a patient who is anxious. Please excuse the occasional interruptions and changes in recording tone. Background noise necessitated pausing and restarting during our interview which caused some quality issues.
Show Notes
Article explaining H.A.L.T. a list of things to watch for in patients feeling downcast - https://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/how-are-you-feeling-take-minute-halt-for-your-health-0515184
Article on how to respond to someone who is depressed - https://www.verywellmind.com/what-to-say-when-someone-is-depressed-1067474
Referral Information to share with chaplain or other clergy. 1) Brief history of present illness. 2) Brief description of current emotional state. Include specific words patient says if appropriate. 3) Patient's religious preference. 4) Best time for chaplain to visit patient.
Disclaimer:
This show is an independent production from Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN) and is intended to support its mission. However, it is not part of, affiliated with, or endorsed by the Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN) or the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists® headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland or any of its affiliates known as the Seventh-day Adventist® Church. Thus, any contents or opinions expressed, implied or included in or with the services offered by the Eternal Medicine podcast are solely those of the Eternal Medicine podcast or the speaker and not those of the Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN), the General Conference or the Seventh-day Adventist® Church.
Have you ever wished to learn more about sharing your faith in the workplace as a medical professional? In this new podcast you will learn how to better integrate your faith into your professional practice. Please subscribe and share with someone else. SHOW NOTES Credits: Intro music The Darkest Path by Jeremy Korpas Rewind sound effect by NikPlaymostories