Science & Soul with Dr Kristen Holmes Trauma Doctor: The Surprising Impact Unprocessed Trauma Has on Your Life
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Sep 3, 2025 Dr. Jamie Coleman, a dedicated trauma surgeon, shares her gripping experiences managing the intense demands of emergency medicine. She discusses effective strategies for combating stress and burnout, highlighting the necessity of self-care and alignment with personal values. Jamie emphasizes the importance of processing trauma for healing and dives into the mental health challenges faced by healthcare workers. Her insights shed light on the universal impact of unprocessed trauma and the critical need for supporting women in medicine.
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Constant Readiness Shapes the Job
- Trauma surgeons must be ready 24/7 and often sleep in-hospital to respond within minutes.
- That demand creates long unpredictable shifts that profoundly shape their physiology and life.
Stress Accelerates Biological Aging
- Prolonged high-stress clinical work accelerates physiological aging even in surgeons in their 40s.
- Emotional content, physical load, decision pressure and circadian disruption compound this effect.
Build A Stress Savings Account
- Build a stress 'savings account' via HRV-supporting habits like sleep, routine recovery, and small restorative practices.
- Use consistent cues and small routines to restore physiological resilience before high-stress periods.