Continuum is a podcast by Vibra Healthcare dedicated to YOUR health. Focused on inspiring and educating, Continuum is a collection of conversations with individuals from throughout the healthcare world. From patients to providers, our guests share their stories and the lessons they've learned along the way. Whether you're a survivor, a caregiver, a healthcare professional or none of the above, Continuum has something for you.
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Continuum is a podcast by Vibra Healthcare dedicated to YOUR health. Focused on inspiring and educating, Continuum is a collection of conversations with individuals from throughout the healthcare world. From patients to providers, our guests share their stories and the lessons they've learned along the way. Whether you're a survivor, a caregiver, a healthcare professional or none of the above, Continuum has something for you.
Amputation can be quite intimidating, and even scary, for a person facing limb loss. But while many things may require a new approach and some retraining, amputees often live a very full and active life. A key component to helping new amputees get from fear to flourishing is peer support.
On this episode of Continuum, we’re joined by Liz Zemke of San Joaquin Valley Rehabilitation Hospital. Liz is an RN of 48 years and a below-the-knee amputee of 25 years. She serves as a certified peer visitor, helping new amputees as they prepare for and adjust to life as an amputee.
Liz shares some of the unique challenges a new amputee faces, offers information on resources and rehab programs designed specifically for new amputees, and explains the importance of connecting new amputees to their peers. A passionate advocate for amputees, Liz also speaks to some concerning statistics regarding the increasing number of new amputees.
For links to resources for new amputees, check out the show notes at http://bit.ly/2UpYyXV
Continuum: A Healthcare Podcast
Continuum is a podcast by Vibra Healthcare dedicated to YOUR health. Focused on inspiring and educating, Continuum is a collection of conversations with individuals from throughout the healthcare world. From patients to providers, our guests share their stories and the lessons they've learned along the way. Whether you're a survivor, a caregiver, a healthcare professional or none of the above, Continuum has something for you.
