Podcasts about waiting room revolution

In the final episode of Season 10, we reflect on the journey and the success of the Waiting Room Revolution. We discuss the global resonance, the importance of self-advocacy, and the creation of our community. We also introduce the Applying the 7 Keys Workbook designed to help individuals navigate the healthcare system. We also introduce the "Workshop in a Box" for community educators to facilitate workshops and spread the message, aiming to empower patients and families worldwide. Our Workbook: Applying the 7 Keys for Navigating a Life-Changing Diagnosis is available at select retailers now! Visit our website for more information: https://www.waitingroomrevolution.com/ For more details about our Workshop In a Box visit our website or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.waitingroomrevolution.com/joinus Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

In this episode of the Waiting Room Revolution, we explore the powerful third key: "Know Your Style." We discuss how understanding your unique personality can transform your healthcare experience, how learning practical strategies for navigating illness can reduce family conflict, and how knowing your style gives insight on approaching challenges. We also chat about how important this can be for Health Care Providers and provide some strategies on how to ask these questions. Our Workbook: Applying the 7 Keys for Navigating a Life-Changing Diagnosis is available at select retailers now! Visit our website for more information: https://www.waitingroomrevolution.com/ Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

Welcome to Season 10 of the Waiting Room Revolultion Podcast where we will be looking back (and forward!) to the start of it all: the Seven Keys! This episode we will be recapping the journey so far. Some topics we cover in this episode are: how the podcast has spread the movement around the globe, how our book Hope for the Best, Plan for the Rest has connected to so many communities, what we've learned and so much more! Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 Visit our website to learn more about our work, check out the Map Project, or to see our resources. https://www.waitingroomrevolution.com/ 

Learn how a palliative clinician and a researcher are helping to create a social movement for improving the patient and family experience of serious illness. This week I’m welcoming Drs. Sammy Winemaker and Hsien Seow, creators of The Waiting Room Revolution and authors of the book Hope for the Best Plan for the Rest. Sammy… Continue reading Ep. 470 Transforming the Illness Experience with Hsien Seow PhD and Sammy Winemaker MD

Dr. Winemaker is a graduate of McMaster University Medical School. She has completed residency training in Family Medicine, and fellowship training in Palliative Medicine. Her clinical work is predominately community based, caring for people in their home. She is an associate clinical professor at McMaster University in the Department of Family Medicine, Division of Palliative Care. She has held multiple leadership roles including McMaster Postgraduate Curriculum Lead, Hospice Medical Director, Regional Palliative Clinical Lead and Medical Lead Palliative Care Outreach Team. She is an active educator and researcher. Most importantly, Dr. Winemaker is an advocate for palliative care reform. She believes strongly that basic principles of palliative care should be the responsibility of all health care providers and integrated into care seemlessly, upstream in the patient's illness journey. She is the co-creator of the social movement called The Waiting Room Revolution, the co-host of the Waiting Room Revolution podcast, co-authour of the book Hope For The Best Plan For The Rest: 7 Keys for Navigating a Life-Changing Diagnosis, and very active voice on multiple social media platforms. She has won numerous awards for her leadership and palliative care education for health care professionals.

This episode features Dipti Purbhoo, Executive Director of the Dorothy Lea Hospice, one of Ontarios oldest Hospices. We chat about the synergy between hospice services and the Waiting Room Revolution, innovative ways hospices partner with community agencies and how Dororthy Lea Hospice is working to be truly integrated upstream in an illness journey. To learn more about Dorothy Lea Hospice visit: https://dlhospice.org/ Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 For more information visit: www.waitingroomrevolution.com

On today's podcast, we've invited four hospice and palliative care social media influencers (yes, that's a thing!), all of whom focus their efforts on educating the general public about living and dying with a serious illness. Their work is pretty impressive in both reach (some of their posts are seen by millions of viewers) and breadth of work.  We've invited: Julie McFadden (aka Hospice Nurse Julie): Julie is a social media superstar, with 1.5 million subscribers on TikTok, another 400,000 subscribers on her YouTube channel, and another 350k followers on Instagram. She covers topics on death, dying, and hospice from a hospice nurse perspective, and she also has a book coming out called “Nothing to Fear: Demystifying Death to Live More Fully,” which is now available for pre-order.   Matt Tyler (aka Pallidad for those on Twitter): Matt is the Hospice and Palliative care doctor who created How To Train Your Doctor, which helps patients living with serious illness find tips on “owning” their healthcare plan on his Instagram and  YouTube pages.  He was also the one who we have to thank for suggesting this podcast! Hsien Seow & Samantha (“Sammy”) Winemaker: Hsein and Sammy's goal was to start a revolution with their podcast “The Waiting Room Revolution,” which is now in its 7th season! The hope was by going directly to those living with a life-changing illness, we could directly tackle the question that comes up so many times - “Why didn't anyone tell me that sooner…”  They also just published a book,” Hope for the Best, Plan for the Rest,” and Sammy is a TikTok star in her own right, with some posts having over a million views. We covered a lot of topics in the podcast from::  What motivated them to create public-facing social media channels? Why focus on the public rather than other health care providers? How do they deal with professional barriers and the barrage of comments? Advice for others who might want to dabble in social media outreach   So, take a listen and check out their social media sites to get inspired. Just don't let Alex make me do another TikTok dance…   Eric Widera  

This episode features our interview with New York Times columnist and best selling author Theresa Brown. Theresa is a nurse, writer and advocate. We chat about how she became a writer and clinician, how her experience as a patient changed her clinical work and what the future holds for her. To learn more about Theresa and to purchase her new book, visit: https://www.theresabrownrn.com/ Visit our website, join our mailing list and follow us on social media to learn more about the Waiting Room Revolution: https://waitingroomrevolution.com Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

In today's episode, we talk about The P Word, a topic we don't typically like to even think about, never mind plan for. My guest, Dr. Sammy Winemaker shares her experience, knowledge and insights with her compassionate, approachable and pragmatic style, which has been likened to as a Mr. Rogers kind of approach to care. Let's face it, death is a reality, and when we have a loved one living in seniors' care, it can be difficult to face. Yet knowledge is power for both the staff providing care, and the family going through this emotional journey.This is a conversation that will help you think about the palliative approach with a bit more optimism and hope. About Dr. Samantha WinemakerDr. Samantha Winemaker is an Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Family Medicine, in the Division of Palliative Care at McMaster University. She teaches palliative care to health care professionals. She won the Ontario College of Family Physicians Award of Excellence in 2010, the Elizabeth J. Latimer Prize in Palliative Care in 2018, and the Dr. S. Lawrence Librach  Award for Palliative Medicine in the Community in 2019.Dr. Sammy is the author, with Dr. Hsien Seow of Hope for the Best, Plan for the Rest: 7 keys for navigating a life changing diagnosis and a founder of The Waiting Room Revolution.You can find out more here:https://twitter.com/SammyWinemakerhttps://www.instagram.com/sammy.winemaker/?hl=enhttps://www.tiktok.com/@dr.sammywinemakerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-winemaker-01ba21163/?originalSubdomain=caSummary of Questions from this episodeQuestions staff can ask families How about we talk about the illness that landed your loved one here at our front door.How much do you understand about the circumstances or the health challenges that your loved one has that required them to come to long-term care? Let's talk about that.Whats your understanding of your loved one's illness?What's your understanding of the decline you were seeing at home or the increase in their needs?Did you understand how that connected with their underlying illness or illnesses?Did you ever ask anyone before you came here?What to expect going forward with this particular condition?What did they tell you?And if they hadn't discussed that with you, is that something that you would like to talk about today because it can really help you, give you a roadmap.You can find out more about me and the work I do at DeborahBakti.com or email me at Deborah@DeborahBakti.com. I'd love to hear from you!

This episode of the Waiting Room Revolution features our interview with palliative care physician, author, and public advocate Dr. Ira Byock. He is the author of 'The Four Things that Matter Most' and 'The Best Care Possible', available now. We chatted with him about his philosophical approach to dying, whether we should rebrand palliative care, privatize healthcare, and much more. For more information about Ira, visit his website: https://irabyock.org/ For more information visit: https://waitingroomrevolution.com Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

This episode features our interview with New York Times columnist and best selling author Theresa Brown. Theresa is a nurse, writer and advocate. We chat about how she became a writer and clinician, how her experience as a patient changed her clinical work and what the future holds for her. To learn more about Theresa and to purchase her new book, visit: https://www.theresabrownrn.com/ Visit our website, join our mailing list and follow us on social media to learn more about the Waiting Room Revolution: https://waitingroomrevolution.com Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

This episode features our interview with Tracey Human and Bob Parke. Tracey is a pain and symptom management consultant who provides education and palliative care in the community. Bob is a bioethicist consultant. We chat about how the 7 keys can apply to individuals with an intellectual or developmental disability and their families and how to achieve patient-centered care. For more information visit: www.waitingroomrevolution.com Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

In this episode, Dr. Orsini and Liz Poret-Christ are joined by guest, Dr. Samantha Winemaker, an associate clinical professor in the Department of Family Medicine, Division of Palliative Care at McMaster University in Ontario, and co-author of the book, Hope for the Best, Plan for the Rest: 7 keys for navigating a life changing diagnosis. Dr. Winemaker, an advocate for open communication, emphasizes the importance of patients expressing their need for honesty in their healthcare interactions, even when it involves tough conversations. Her work in palliative care, recognized by numerous awards and her co-hosting of “The Waiting Room Revolution” podcast, reflects her dedication to improving the healthcare journey for patients.  She shares her personal path into palliative care, shaped by her medical interests and her desire to move away from internal medicine.  Frustrated by the healthcare system's delayed engagement with palliative care, she calls for a change, pushing for better public mortality awareness and suggesting that providers integrate palliative skills without necessarily labeling them as such to combat societal discomfort with death.Dr. Winemaker's critique of the healthcare system extends to the misconceptions surrounding palliative care and the need for rebranding to reflect its comprehensive role. She argues for mandatory training in communication and palliative care skills in medical and nursing schools to ensure providers are well-equipped to support patients effectively.  She shares a story about a patient with lung cancer, to highlight the importance of informed decision-making and understanding the progression of illness. This episode also features insights into the book, Hope for the Best, Plan for the Rest, which offers 7 keys for navigating life-changing diagnoses, aiming to empower patients in managing their health. Dr. Winemaker aligns with Liz's experiences with chronic illness, agreeing that patients should feel free to request full disclosure from their physicians to mitigate the fear of the unknown. She expresses her view on dying, considering it a natural chapter of life, and hopes to live her best life until the end without fear. Dr. Winemaker also shares her goal for the podcast and book, which is to educate patients worldwide, empowering them to navigate the healthcare system effectively and to manage their illnesses with confidence and knowledge. Hosts:Dr. Anthony OrsiniLiz Poret-ChristGuest:Dr. Samantha WinemakerFor More Information:Difficult Conversations PodcastThe Orsini WayThe Orsini Way-FacebookThe Orsini Way-LinkedInThe Orsini Way-Instagramdrorsini@theorsiniway.comIt's All In The Delivery: Improving Healthcare Starting With A Single Conversation by Dr. Anthony OrsiniDr. Samantha Winemaker WebsiteHope for the Best, Plan for the Rest: 7 Keys for Navigating a Life-Changing Diagnosis by Dr. Sammy Winemaker and Dr. Hsien SeowThe Waiting Room Revolution Podcast

This episode of the Waiting Room Revolution features Dr. Leeroy Williams, a palliative care physician practicing in Melbourne, Australia. We chat about the differences between Australia and Canada, how people are cared for in Australia and how anyone can turn a consultation into a conversation.

This episode of The Waiting Room Revolution features our conversation with Amie Archibald-Varley and Sara Fung, co-hosts of The Gritty Nurse podcast! Amie and Sara are nurses, speakers, and advocates for the nursing profession, anti-racism and health system change. We chat all about nurses and the nursing profession, the reasons for the nursing crisis and the critical role of nurses in the waiting room revolution. To learn more about Sara and Amie or their podcast, visit: https://www.grittynurse.com/podcast

This episode features our conversation with Dr. Jared Rubenstein. He is a pediatric palliative care doctor and medical educator from Houston, Texas who creates animated videos to provoke discussion around challenging topics in healthcare, especially palliative care. We chat about how his videos connect with the upstaream messages of the Waiting Room Revolution and the ways we need to innovate education, not just for providers for also for the public. To see Jareds work visit his website: https://www.jaredrubensteinmd.com/ For more information visit: https://waitingroomrevolution.com Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

This episode was recorded on August 3rd, 2023. Della is a woman, daughter, sister, wife, mother and grandmother. A Registered Nurse and Clinical Nurse Specialist in palliative care, Della's had the privilege of caring for people with serious illness, those dying and their families for the past 30 years. She has contributed to systems of palliative care as an expert clinician, educator, and researcher. Della continues to work and teach in palliative care and is a family caregiver for her sister living with dementia and a caregiving support for her 92-year-old father and his wife. Living fully each day and being in service forms the rhythm of Della's life. Advance Care Planning: https://www.advancecareplanning.ca/resources-and-tools/ Waiting Room Revolution: https://www.waitingroomrevolution.com/ Canadian Virtual Hospice: https://www.virtualhospice.ca/en_US/Main+Site+Navigation/Home.aspx   Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tammy.m.peterson/ Faceboook: https://www.facebook.com/MrsTammyMPeterson Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tammy1Peterson TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tammy.m.peterson  

Dr. Sammy Winemaker is starting a social healthcare revolution with The Waiting Room Revolution podcast.  On The Waiting Room Revolution podcast, Sammy is having insightful conversations about palliative care, advance care planning, and change-making for end-of-life care with co-host Dr. Hsien Seow.  Sammy is an Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Family Medicine, in the Division of Palliative Care at McMaster University. She teaches palliative care to healthcare professionals.  Here's what The Waiting Room Revolution website says about their mission:  They started the Waiting Room Revolution movement because they wanted to improve the patient and family illness experience. They want to build a community to share deeply human stories about caring for others. Through interviews with experts, clinicians, patients, and caregivers, they are harnessing the advice of those with lived experience to better prepare those who are just starting their caring journey. They cannot do it alone. Individuals, families, and communities have to be empowered as the catalyst for change. They believe we have so much to learn from one another.  As they say in The Waiting Room Revolution, Together, we can move from being “in the dark” to being “in the know. Connect with The Waiting Room Revolution with founders Dr. Sammy Winemaker and Dr. Hsien Seow at waitingroomrevolution.com. Listen to The Waiting Room Revolution podcast here. Pre-order your copy of Hope for the Best, Plan for the Rest by Dr. Sammy Winemaker and Dr. Hsien Seow by clicking here.  Find it on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, IndieBound, or Indigo.    Looking for a copy of the Odonata Care Plan?  Click here to purchase it for yourself or your care agency.   NEW** - the Odonata Care Plan is now available in SPANISH - purchase it here!!  Check out the free Care Video tutorials from Odonata founders and hospice nurses Nancy Heyerman and Brenda Kizzire here.   Partner with National HME to provide medical equipment for your patients at nationalhme.com. Find more podcast episodes from The Heart of Hospice at The Heart of Hospice Podcast (theheartofhospice.com)  Book podcast host Helen Bauer to speak at your event or conference by sending an email to helen@theheartofhospice.com.  Follow The Heart of Hospice on Facebook,  Instagram, and LinkedIn.  Connect with The Heart of Hospice podcast on The Whole Care Network, along with a host of other caregiving podcasts by clicking here.

Dr. Sammy Winemaker is starting a social healthcare revolution with The Waiting Room Revolution podcast. On The Waiting Room Revolution podcast, Sammy is having insightful conversations about palliative care, advance care planning, and change-making for end-of-life care with co-host Dr. Hsien Seow. Sammy is an Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Family Medicine, in the Division of Palliative Care at McMaster University. She teaches palliative care to healthcare professionals.  Here's what The Waiting Room Revolution website says about their mission: They started the Waiting Room Revolution movement because they wanted to improve the patient and family illness experience. They want to build a community to share deeply human stories about caring for others. Through interviews with experts, clinicians, patients, and caregivers, they are harnessing the advice of those with lived experience to better prepare those who are just starting their caring journey. They cannot do it alone. Individuals, families and communities have to be empowered as the catalyst for change. They believe we have so much to learn from one another.   As they say in The Waiting Room Revolution, Together, we can move from being “in the dark” to being “in the know. Connect with The Waiting Room Revolution with founders Dr. Sammy Winemaker and Dr. Hsien Seow at waitingroomrevolution.com. Listen to The Waiting Room Revolution podcast here. Pre-order your copy of Hope for the Best, Plan for the Rest by Dr. Sammy Winemaker and Dr. Hsien Seow by clicking here. Find it on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, IndieBound, or Indigo.    Looking for a copy of the Odonata Care Plan? Click here to purchase it for yourself or your care agency.   NEW** - the Odonata Care Plan is now available in SPANISH - purchase it here!!  Check out the free Care Video tutorials from Odonata founders and hospice nurses Nancy Heyerman and Brenda Kizzire here.   Partner with National HME to provide medical equipment for your patients at nationalhme.com. Find more podcast episodes from The Heart of Hospice at The Heart of Hospice Podcast (theheartofhospice.com)  Book podcast host Helen Bauer to speak at your event or conference by sending an email to helen@theheartofhospice.com.  Follow The Heart of Hospice on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.  Connect with The Heart of Hospice podcast on The Whole Care Network, along with a host of other caregiving podcasts by clicking here.

In this episode, the guys are honoured to join Dr. Sammy! A distinguished medical professional with a wealth of experience and a passion for palliative care reform. Dr. Sammy, a McMaster University Medical School graduate, holds a remarkable record of accomplishment. With a background in Family Medicine and fellowship training in Palliative Medicine, she dedicates her clinical practice to the community, providing compassionate care in patients' homes. But Dr. Sammy's impact extends beyond the clinic. She's a vocal advocate for palliative care reform, believing that these principles should be integrated into care from the outset of a patient's illness journey. Alongside co-author Dr. CN Seow, she co-hosts the Waiting Room Revolution podcast and co-authored "Hope For The Best, Plan For The Rest: 7 Keys for Navigating a Life-Changing Diagnosis." A book that every single person should get their hands on! In this episode, the gang delves into vital topics such as empowering patients and families with information, the importance of the 'big picture' in illness, and the challenges of toxic positivity in healthcare. Pre-order Hope For "The Best, Plan For The Rest" here! https://www.amazon.com/Hope-Best-Plan-Rest-Life-Changing/dp/1774582961 Join the post-episode conversation over on Discord! https://discord.gg/expeUDN

In this episode, the guys are honoured to join Dr. Sammy! A distinguished medical professional with a wealth of experience and a passion for palliative care reform. Dr. Sammy, a McMaster University Medical School graduate, holds a remarkable record of accomplishment. With a background in Family Medicine and fellowship training in Palliative Medicine, she dedicates her clinical practice to the community, providing compassionate care in patients' homes. But Dr. Sammy's impact extends beyond the clinic. She's a vocal advocate for palliative care reform, believing that these principles should be integrated into care from the outset of a patient's illness journey. Alongside co-author Dr. CN Seow, she co-hosts the Waiting Room Revolution podcast and co-authored "Hope For The Best, Plan For The Rest: 7 Keys for Navigating a Life-Changing Diagnosis." A book that every single person should get their hands on! In this episode, the gang delves into vital topics such as empowering patients and families with information, the importance of the 'big picture' in illness, and the challenges of toxic positivity in healthcare. Pre-order Hope For "The Best, Plan For The Rest" here! https://www.amazon.com/Hope-Best-Plan-Rest-Life-Changing/dp/1774582961 Join the post-episode conversation over on Discord! https://discord.gg/expeUDN

This episode features our interview with Dr. Sunita Puri, palliative care physician and best selling author of 'That Good Night: Life and Medicine in the 11th Hour'. Suntia chats with us about the power of language in the face of dying, how culture intersects with medicine and the art of communication as clinician and writer. For more information about Sunita, visit her website: https://sunitapuri.com/ Learn more about the Waiting Room Revolution here: https://waitingroomrevolution.com    Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0  

This episode features our interview with New York Times columnist and best selling author Theresa Brown. Theresa is a nurse, writer and advocate. We chat about how she became a writer and clinician, how her experience as a patient changed her clinical work and what the future holds for her. To learn more about Theresa and to purchase her new book, visit: https://www.theresabrownrn.com/   Visit our website, join our mailing list and follow us on social media to learn more about the Waiting Room Revolution: https://waitingroomrevolution.com  Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

In this episode -- the second in a two-part conversation -- Drs. Allison Sekuler and Rosanne Aleong interview Drs. Hsien Seow and Samantha Winemaker, hosts of the Waiting Room Revolution podcast, about shifting our approach to death and dying when it comes to serious illness. In our previous episode, Sammy and Hsien shared with our audience their seven key ways to be prepared and hopeful when facing serious illness. In today's episode, we will be doing a deeper dive into our current understanding about the palliative care journey around illness; and, more specifically, age-related illnesses like dementia.

In this episode, Drs. Allison Sekuler and Rosanne Aleong interview Drs. Hsien Seow and Samantha Winemaker, hosts of the Waiting Room Revolution podcast, about shifting our approach to death and dying when it comes to serious illness. In this episode we'll discuss the ways our current understanding about illness and death shape the palliative care experience for patients and family members. Our guests will also share some helpful tips for staying hopeful and prepared when facing a serious illness.

This episode features our interview with Julie McFadden, aka Hospice Nurse Julie. Sammy, Hsien and Julie discuss her TikTok origin story, her most popular posts and what she thinks about the Waiting Room Revolution. To learn more visit our website waitingroomrevolution.com   Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

Welcome to Season 3 of the Waiting Room Revolution! This episode features our interview with critical care Physician and host of the Solving Healthcare podcast, Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng.  For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

Sunday, August 1, 2021 Welcome to Episode 31 of our MacEmerg podcast. In this episode: 1) Dr. Dong reflects on a cool case he has encountered. 2) Dr. Chan interviews Dr. Hsien Seow about his podcast called Waiting Room Revolution (https://www.waitingroomrevolution.com/). 3) Residents Corner - This month, our Dr. Chad Singh is interviewed about his experiences as sub-Trauma Team Leader, ALSO, make sure to check out our new DIY Mentorship Playbook - on sale now! https://www.macpfd.ca/modalities/coaching-mentorship/1on1-diy-mentorship-playbook p.s. Don't forget to take our survey ;)

In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price speaks to Dr. Hsien Seow, PhD and Dr. Samantha Winemaker, MD. They dispel the myths and promote the benefits of early palliative care for lung cancer patients. They are the creators of the 5 star rated Waiting Room Revolution podcast, which can be found here: https://www.waitingroomrevolution.com/

Dr. Hsien Seow and Dr. Samantha Winemaker have worked their entire careers helping those who are facing serious illnesses. For years, they often heard patients and families say they felt unprepared and overwhelmed. Despite years of education, research, and advocacy, they continued to hear patients and families say “Why didn't anyone tell me that sooner…” They started the Waiting Room Revolution movement because they wanted to improve the patient and family illness experience. They wanted to educate …and build a community to share deeply human stories about caring for others.  Because Palliative care shouldn't be a scary word. Listen in and learn how Hsien and Sammy are creating Healing Ties all around us!

Dr. Hsien Seow and Dr. Samantha Winemaker have worked their entire careers helping those who are facing serious illnesses. For years, they often heard patients and families say they felt unprepared and overwhelmed. Despite years of education, research, and advocacy, they continued to hear patients and families say “Why didn't anyone tell me that sooner…”They started the Waiting Room Revolution movement because they wanted to improve the patient and family illness experience. They wanted to educate …and build a community to share deeply human stories about caring for others.  Because Palliative care shouldn't be a scary word.Listen in and learn how Hsien and Sammy are creating Healing Ties all around us!

For our Spring Series we bring you quick 20 minute conversations with innovators who make the experience of serious illness better. This episode features Dr. Sandy Buchman, a palliative care physician and past president of the Canadian Medical Association. For more information about the Waiting Room Revolution visit: waitingroomrevolution.com.  Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

In our final episode of Season 1, Hsien and Sammy share some of their final take home messages and additional tips for pulling the seven keys together. They also speak with Stephanie about using the keys to help her mothers journey with cancer. For more information about the Waiting Room Revolution visit: waitingroomrevolution.com.  Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

Welcome to the Waiting Room Revolution - a podcast about how to be hopeful and prepared when facing serious illness. In this episode, you'll hear the origin story of The Waiting Room Revolution and how this podcast can help those facing serious illness. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

In this episode, Hsien and Sammy share some of the signs that time may be running out, and what you need to know as you approach the last chapter of life. They also talk with Christa about her experience with her brother-in-law's final chapter. For more information about the Waiting Room Revolution visit: waitingroomrevolution.com. Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa.