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E15: Unseen Trauma - PTSD in the Medical Field(w/Michelle Schuster)
In this conversation, Michelle Schuster shares her journey and insights with Host Saba Fatima into the prevalence of PTSD among nurses and healthcare workers. She discusses the importance of recognizing PTSD as a significant issue in the healthcare profession, particularly in light of the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. Michelle emphasizes the need for supportive work environments, the impact of systemic factors, and the importance of self-advocacy for nurses experiencing PTSD. She also highlights the significance of creating a culture that encourages open discussions about mental health and provides resources for those in need.
Michelle Schuster is a pediatric hematology oncology nurse at Boston Children's Hospital with a strong passion for nurse-driven research and supporting and addressing workforce issues. Her specific research interests include post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in nurses and enhancing staff support. She is a co-developer of HART (Hematology/Oncology/SCT Advancing Resiliency Team), a nurse-led program that provides real-time support to oncology staff, and she is also a co-developer of a Promoting Resilience Series. Michelle has been published in the Journal of Clinical Nursing and the Journal of Pediatric Hematology Oncology Nursing and has presented work locally and nationally at conferences.
Michelle Schuster received a BSN from Midwestern State University in Texas and a MSN with a concentration in Nursing Education from Framingham State University in Massachusetts. She is currently enrolled in a PhD program at UMass Dartmouth and is expected to graduate in 2025.
Within the last year, Michelle has moved from bedside nursing to a nursing management role where she leads an inpatient pediatric oncology/hematology nursing team. She works to foster a positive workplace environment to best support her staff and the patient and families on the unit.
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The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the 'Muted in Medicine' podcast or its host. The information shared is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice.
© 2024 Muted in Medicine. All rights reserved. Unauthorized use, distribution, or reproduction of this content is strictly prohibited. For permissions or inquiries, please contact mutedinmedicine@gmail.com