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Insights from Trauma with Marcus Engel

Apr 18, 2025
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ANECDOTE

Marcus' Life-Changing Trauma

  • Marcus Engel recounts being struck by a drunk driver, losing his sight, and undergoing over 300 hours of surgery.
  • This trauma deeply influenced his mission to improve compassionate patient care in healthcare settings.
ADVICE

Be Present with Patients

  • Health professionals should slow down, sit with patients, and be present to improve patient care quality.
  • Taking even a brief moment to connect emotionally helps patients feel cared for and dignified.
INSIGHT

Narrative Medicine Benefits

  • Narrative medicine uses reflective writing to help healthcare workers process trauma and care better.
  • Writing about trauma reveals hidden emotions and improves wellbeing and patient relationships.
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