Suck It Up Buttercup: Challenging the Status Quo in Healthcare

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The Caregivers Podcast

Dr. Mark Ropeleski

15 episodes

6 days ago

The cost & courage of caring - stories that spark resilience.

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The cost & courage of caring - stories that spark resilience.

Suck It Up Buttercup: Challenging the Status Quo in Healthcare

The Caregivers Podcast

1 hour 48 minutes

2 months ago

Suck It Up Buttercup: Challenging the Status Quo in Healthcare

In this episode of the Caregivers podcast, Dr. Mark speaks with Dr. Todd Otten about the challenges faced by caregivers in the healthcare system. They discuss the importance of caregiver wellness, the impact of burnout and moral injury, and the need for solidarity among caregivers. Dr. Otten shares his journey in medicine, the creation of the documentary 'Suck It Up Buttercup', and the role of organizations like Medicine Forward in advocating for change. The conversation emphasizes the power of kindness, the importance of self-care, and the potential of AI tools to assist caregivers at home.

Support Dr. Otten:
Medicine Forward: https://medicineforward.org/
Suck It Up, Buttercup: https://suckitupbuttercupfilm.com/