Be Well Sis: The Podcast

Whole Person Healing: A Conversation with Dr. Bernie Lim

Apr 17, 2024

Dr. Bernadette Lim, a trailblazer in healthcare, integrates ancestral healing with Western medicine. She shares her remarkable shift from traditional practices to community-based healing in Oakland. Dr. Bernie discusses her journey in addressing health disparities and the importance of holistic approaches. The conversation highlights the transformative power of emotional connection and community engagement. Additionally, she emphasizes finding fulfillment through authenticity and joy in everyday life.

45:36

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Bernadette Lim

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Quick takeaways

Dr. Bernie Lim emphasizes the importance of integrating ancestral healing practices with Western medicine to promote holistic health solutions.

Her journey reflects a commitment to health equity, advocating for community-driven healing that addresses mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

Deep dives

The Importance of Community-Centric Healing

The concept of community-centered healing challenges the traditional medical model by integrating diverse healing practices. This approach combines Western medicine with indigenous practices, meditation, and herbalism, creating a more holistic and inclusive health experience. By establishing community clinics that operate in relatable environments, such as schools and local centers, this model empowers individuals to seek healing outside conventional hospitals. This reflects a broader recognition that health is not solely the absence of disease but encompasses mental, emotional, and social well-being.

Intro

5min

Healing Beyond the Medical Norms

25min

Enhancing Health and Well-being: Innovations for Aging and Recovery

5min

Embracing Curiosity for Authentic Living

3min

Embracing Humanity Through Emotion and Connection

3min

Empowering Community Healing

5min

In this episode, we delved into Dr. Bernadette Lim's journey from medical school to creating a revolutionary community-based healing healthcare system in Oakland, California. Dr. Bernie's decision to pivot from traditional medical practice to community healing was driven by her deep-rooted desire to create a more inclusive and holistic approach to healthcare.

Guest Spotlight:

Dr. Bernadette Lim is a passionate advocate for integrating ancestral healing with Western medicine to achieve Whole-Person Healing. At just 29 years old, Dr. Bernie has already made significant contributions to the field. She founded and leads the Freedom Community Clinic in Oakland, CA, and serves as a faculty member at the San Francisco State Institute for Holistic Health Studies. Additionally, she co-founded the Institute for Healing & Justice in Medicine. Dr. Bernie is a graduate of UCSF School of Medicine and UC Berkeley School of Public Health through the Joint Medical Program as a PRIME-US Scholar. She also graduated with honors from Harvard University in 2016 and served as a Fulbright-Nehru Scholar in India.

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