TwS: Episode 5 - POTS Doesn't Come from Nowhere

About this episode

Dr. Patty and Tom discuss the possible origin stories of POTS and the importance of quality discussions with patients.

In this episode, Dr. Patty and Tom discuss (some of the) possible origin stories of POTS. They begin to break down why it is so important to have quality discussions with your patients / clients: If you listen, they'll tell you what is wrong, and, if you listen long enough, they'll tell you how to help them. Disclaimer: The content shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or therapeutic advice. Listening does not establish a provider–patient relationship. Because every body, history, and nervous system is unique, listeners are encouraged to consult their own qualified healthcare professionals before making changes to their health or treatment plans.

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Patty

Guest: Tom

Topics covered

• POTS
• health discussions
• patient communication
• origin stories
• nervous system

Keywords

• POTS
• health
• patient communication
• nervous system
• origin stories

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: POTS

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