EP 212: A Patient's Perspective of Delirium With Amelie Susanne

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In this episode, Amelie Susanne Roth, a coma survivor, shares her experience of being in a coma and suffering from it. After an initial bacteria infection, Susanne had to be placed into an induced coma that lasted 16 days. Susanne talks about her time in the ICU and delves into her hospital experience, from the day she was admitted to the process of waking up from her coma. We discuss the importance of understanding patient needs and the improvements that healthcare providers can make. Susanne also shares her journey of recovery and how it has changed her outlook on life.

We also talk about what it's like to be in a coma, including the physical and emotional challenges that come with it. This episode also discusses the impact of healthcare on patients' mental health and ways in which providers can improve their support to help patients navigate the recovery process. Don't miss this insightful conversation with a remarkable survivor.

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction

02:36 About Amelie Susane Roth

03:42 How it all started

08:30 Experiences of Being Under Sedation and in a Coma

14:44 How does it feel to be in delirium or a coma?

17:02 A better understanding of why a patient gets agitated

20:22 The post coma experience

27:11 Medicine Failing Patients and the Need for a Different Approach

29:58 Coping with Traumatic Experiences After a Coma

37:08 Life's outlook after coma

42:56 Amelie's life prior to becoming a patient

46:35 The Life Lessons While Traveling The World

49:26 Wrapping up the show

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