Speaking
Some of the most important conversations we will ever have happen in hospital rooms, often when there is little time to prepare. I often say that hospital rooms are the most sacred spaces on the planet.
My talks invite audiences into the hidden world of the ICU, where love, medicine, ethics, and hope meet.
Drawing from personal experience, clinical practice, and storytelling, I explore how we make difficult decisions, support one another through uncertainty, and find meaning in the face of profound loss.
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How modern medicine has transformed dying;
for healthcare professionals and the public.
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The hidden world of intensive care;
preparing loved ones for what they may encounter in the ICU.
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Finding meaning in the midst of serious illness;
for hospitals, faith communities, and bereavement audiences.
Presentations can be tailored for healthcare professionals, community organizations, faith communities, and the general public. Topics include:
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Navigating difficult decisions in the ICU
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Supporting loved ones through serious illness
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Anticipatory grief and the emotional journey of waiting
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Spirituality and meaning in medicine
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Resilience in the face of suffering and loss
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How modern medicine has transformed dying—and what that means for patients, loved ones, and healthcare professionals