About this episode

Dr. Lisa Chism discusses her experiences as an adoptee and her expertise in health care related to adoption.

Dr. Lisa Chism is the Clinical Director of the Oakland Macomb Center for Breast Health and a highly credentialed expert in menopause, sexual health, breast care, and trauma-informed practice, with decades of experience caring for breast cancer survivors and high-risk patients. She is also an author and adoptee whose memoir The Adopted Nurse reflects her passion for supporting adoptees through a healthcare lens.

People in this episode

Hosts: Louise Browne, Sarah Reinhardt

Guest: Dr. Lisa Chism

Topics covered

• adoption
• identity
• health
• menopause
• breast care
• trauma-informed practice

Keywords

• adoption
• identity
• health
• menopause
• breast care
• trauma
• adoptee

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Oakland Macomb Center for Breast Health

Books & works: The Adopted Nurse

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