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Balancing care, recovery, and school: how support, compassion and advocacy pave the way | Part 1
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Welcome back, everyone!
In this episode, our host Ben Seewald chats with Patrick, a Registered Nurse and a brain tumour survivor. Having just started nursing school, Patrick shared his experiences facing a brain tumour as a young adult and balancing care, recovery and coursework. Together, they discuss Patrick’s journey of strength and resilience and the importance of kindness and patient advocacy.
In part 2, Patrick dives into the heart of his support network- his family and friends, and the important role they played in supporting him through treatment, recovery and school. Patrick also discusses patient advocacy and what it means to him. Tune in for an open conversation about compassion, community and advocacy.
For additional information, you may visit:
Medical alert bracelets: MedicAlert Foundation Canada | We Speak When You Can't
Support groups: Support Groups - Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada
Advocating for yourself: Advocating for Yourself - Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada
Learn more about Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada at BrainTumour.ca. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube and Linkedin.
Chapters
1. Introduction to Patrick's Journey (00:00:00)
2. Early Warning Signs (00:08:12)
3. Diagnosis Day (00:16:55)
4. Student Life After Diagnosis (00:27:06)
5. Multiple Surgeries and Treatment (00:31:44)
6. Learning From Both Sides (00:36:04)
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