Eternal Medicine Podcast

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Are you a medical professional or student? Have you ever wished to learn about sharing your faith in the workplace? In this new podcast you will learn how to integrate your faith into your practice. Journey with host David F. Garner as he interviews several professionals from various disciplines including nurses, doctors, a dentist, and some therapists. He speaks with practitioners who have decades of experience to learn their wisdom on the ethics and methods of faith sharing with patients and clients. Please subscribe and share with someone else.

Episodes

  1. 10/22/2021

    Episode 5 - Interview with a Doctor

    In this episode, I have the pleasure of discussing the role doctors play in addressing the spiritual needs of their patients. Do patients wish their doctors would address this topic? What tools are available to find out patients spiritual needs? Find out in this episode. This interview was conducted with Dr. Matt Hartman and Dr. Brian Schwartz  Book mentioned in this episode:  - Medical Ministry by Ellen White https://adventistbookcenter.com/medical-ministry.html Article on HOPE questionnaire  - https://www.aafp.org/afp/2001/0101/p81.html This study discusses if spirituality is a key determinant of health. - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14754624/ Mayo Clinic study  - https://www.mayoclinicproceedings.org/article/S0025-6196(11)62799-7/abstract Disclaimer: This show is an independent production from Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN) and is intended to support its mission. However, it is not part of, affiliated with, or endorsed by the Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN) or the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists® headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland or any of its affiliates known as the Seventh-day Adventist® Church. Thus, any contents or opinions expressed, implied or included in or with the services offered by the Eternal Medicine podcast are solely those of the Eternal Medicine podcast or the speaker and not those of the Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN), the General Conference or the Seventh-day Adventist® Church.

    1h 4m
  2. 10/08/2021

    Episode 3 - Interview with Some Nurses

    In this week’s episode, I talk with two nurses about their role in meeting the spiritual needs of patients. We also discuss ways nurses can better equip themselves with tools to address each patient’s individual needs. This interview was conducted with Briana Sullivan RN, BSN and Barbra Mayes RN, BSN. Show Notes Jean Watson’s theory of human caring explained in detail (see section on faith-hope) - https://currentnursing.com/nursing_theory/Watson.html Another great article on Watson’s theory - https://currentnursing.com/nursing_theory/Watson.html Article on the role of nurses in providing spiritual care to patients. - https://www.asrn.org/journal-nursing/1781-the-role-of-nurses-in-providing-spiritual-care-to-patients-an-overview.html Good article on faith sharing as a Christian nurse - https://blog.cuw.edu/how-christian-nurses-can-reach-patients/ Disclaimer: This show is an independent production from Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN) and is intended to support its mission. However, it is not part of, affiliated with, or endorsed by the Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN) or the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists® headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland or any of its affiliates known as the Seventh-day Adventist® Church. Thus, any contents or opinions expressed, implied or included in or with the services offered by the Eternal Medicine podcast are solely those of the Eternal Medicine podcast or the speaker and not those of the Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN), the General Conference or the Seventh-day Adventist® Church.

    40 min
  3. 10/01/2021

    Episode 2 - Interview with a Dentist and Ethicist

    This interview was conducted with Dr. Timothy Prewitt who is a dentist and formally trained in ethics. Our conversation centers on the ethics surrounding sharing of personal faith in a professional setting. Does doing so compromise our mission to treat all people equally? Is there a conflict of interest? We also discuss ways dentists can meet the needs of their patients. Show Notes Article on the ethics of evangelizing to patients at bedside. Includes the story of nurse put on leave for praying with patient - https://www.nursingcenter.com/ce_articleprint?an=00005217-201112000-00008 Article on ethical analysis on evangelizing to patients. Includes Florence Nightingale’s thoughts on the subject - https://journals.lww.com/journalofchristiannursing/fulltext/2019/07000/evangelism_in_patient_care__an_ethical_analysis.13.aspx A biblical look at Jesus’ method of evangelism - https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/spiritual-life/be-patient-with-your-evangelism-1395004.html Books mentioned in this episode: - Real Peace, Real Answers by E. G. White https://adventistbookcenter.com/real-peace-real-answers-asi.html - Christ’s Method Alone by Philip Samaan https://www.adventsource.org/store/adult-ministries/community-services/christs-method-alone-37147 Disclaimer: This show is an independent production from Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN) and is intended to support its mission. However, it is not part of, affiliated with, or endorsed by the Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN) or the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists® headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland or any of its affiliates known as the Seventh-day Adventist® Church. Thus, any contents or opinions expressed, implied or included in or with the services offered by the Eternal Medicine podcast are solely those of the Eternal Medicine podcast or the speaker and not those of the Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN), the General Conference or the Seventh-day Adventist® Church.

    35 min
  4. 09/24/2021

    Episode 1 - Interview with a Chaplain

    This interview was conducted with Pastor Julie Vega who is a chaplain. In it we discuss what chaplains do and what part they play in the care team. We also discuss the idea of faith-sharing and how we should understand that in the context of a healthcare setting. Finally, we discuss interventions that can help comfort a patient who is anxious. Please excuse the occasional interruptions and changes in recording tone. Background noise necessitated pausing and restarting during our interview which caused some quality issues.  Show Notes Article explaining H.A.L.T. a list of things to watch for in patients feeling downcast - https://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/how-are-you-feeling-take-minute-halt-for-your-health-0515184 Article on how to respond to someone who is depressed - https://www.verywellmind.com/what-to-say-when-someone-is-depressed-1067474 Referral Information to share with chaplain or other clergy. 1) Brief history of present illness. 2) Brief description of current emotional state. Include specific words patient says if appropriate. 3) Patient's religious preference. 4) Best time for chaplain to visit patient.  Disclaimer: This show is an independent production from Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN) and is intended to support its mission. However, it is not part of, affiliated with, or endorsed by the Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN) or the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists® headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland or any of its affiliates known as the Seventh-day Adventist® Church. Thus, any contents or opinions expressed, implied or included in or with the services offered by the Eternal Medicine podcast are solely those of the Eternal Medicine podcast or the speaker and not those of the Adventist Medical Evangelism Network (AMEN), the General Conference or the Seventh-day Adventist® Church.

    56 min

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Are you a medical professional or student? Have you ever wished to learn about sharing your faith in the workplace? In this new podcast you will learn how to integrate your faith into your practice. Journey with host David F. Garner as he interviews several professionals from various disciplines including nurses, doctors, a dentist, and some therapists. He speaks with practitioners who have decades of experience to learn their wisdom on the ethics and methods of faith sharing with patients and clients. Please subscribe and share with someone else.