The Waiting Room Revolution

For our final two episodes of our Spring Series, we are featuring audo from our Ask Dr. Sammy live event, where Sammy and Hsien answered some of your most common questions. This episode is part 1. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com  Our theme song is Maypole  by  Ketsa  and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

For this episode of our Spring Series, we bring you our Pride Special featuring part 2 of our conversation with columnist, activist and social planner Deirdre Pike. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com  Our theme song is Maypole  by  Ketsa  and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

For this episode of our Spring Series, we bring you our Pride Special featuring part 1 of our conversation with columnist, activist and social planner Deirdre Pike. Sammy and Deirdre talk about Deirdre's experience with 'walking someone home' and the experiences many members of the LGBTQ+ community have when facing serious illness. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com  Our theme s...

For our Spring Series we bring you quick 20 minute conversations with innovators who make the experience of serious illness better. This episode features part 2 of our conversation with patient and caregiver advocates Maggie Keresteci & Julie Drury. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com Our theme song is Maypole  by  Ketsa  and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

For our Spring Series we bring you conversations with innovators who make the experience of serious illness better. This episode features part 1 of our conversation with patient and caregiver advocates Maggie Keresteci & Julie Drury. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com    Our theme song is Maypole  by  Ketsa  and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

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. Kathryn Mannix, palliative care physician and author of the best selling book, With the End in Mind. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com Our theme song is Maypole  by  Ketsa  and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

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. Jose Pereira, Chief Scientific Officer for Pallium Canada and Professor and Director for the Division of Palliative Care at McMaster University. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com. Our theme song is Maypole  by  Ketsa  and...

For our Spring Series we bring you quick 20 minute conversations with innovators who make the experience of serious illness better. This episode features Christopher MacLellan, creator of the Whole Care Network and host of the 'Healing Ties' podcast. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com  Our theme song is Maypole  by  Ketsa  and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

For our Spring Series we bring you quick 20 minute conversations with innovators who make the experience of serious illness better. This episode features Nadine Henningsen. Nadine is the CEO of Carers Canada and the Canadian Homecare Association. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com  Our theme song is Maypole  by  Ketsa  and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

For our Spring Series we bring you quick 20 minute conversations with innovators who make the experience of serious illness better. This episode features Donna Thomson, a caregiver, author and activist working to make caregiving better. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com  Our theme song is Maypole  by  Ketsa  and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

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. Naheed Dosani, a palliative care physician and health justice activist. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com.  Our theme song is Maypole  by  Ketsa  and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

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...

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...

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.

In this episode, Hsien and Sammy discuss the seventh key, “Invite Yourself,” which is about inviting yourself to the conversation on what to expect about the illness in the future. They also interview Tricia, about how inviting yourself can be challenging and rewarding. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com. Our theme song is Maypole  by  Ketsa  and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4....

In this episode, Hsien and Sammy discuss the sixth key, "Connect the Dots" (Tag, You’re It), which is about the need for patients and families to connect the dots with all the players involved along the journey. They chat with author Karen Cummings about her experience planning for her mother’s transition to long term care. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com. Our theme song is M...

In this episode, Hsien and Sammy discuss the fifth key, “Anticipate Ripple Effects,” which focuses on how the family and caregivers also have a parallel illness experience that cannot be ignored. Hsien talks with Isabelle, who shares her experience of caring for her older sister Julie. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com. Our theme song is Maypole  by  Ketsa  and is licensed unde...

In this episode, Hsien and Sammy discuss the fourth key, “Customize Your Order,” which is about how and when to customize the standard of care to fit your personal preferences. They also interview Wanda, who shares how she customized the doctor’s orders for her daughter Cali. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com. Our theme song is Maypole  by  Ketsa  and is licensed under CC BY-NC...

In this episode, Hsien and Sammy discuss the third key, “Know Your Style,” which is about why one’s approach to life and how they handle challenges is critical information. They also interview Sue about her journey caring for her dad, and how his personal style impacted the entire illness experience. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com.  Our theme song is Maypole  by  Ketsa  and...

In this episode, Hsien and Sammy discuss the second key, “Zoom Out,” which focuses on looking at the big picture of an illness. They also interview Dr. Darren Heyland about his research on communication and decision-making in the Intensive Care Unit of a large academic hospital. For more information visit: waitingroomrevolution.com.  Our theme song is Maypole  by  Ketsa  and is licensed under CC B...

In this episode, Hsien and Sammy discuss the first key, “Walk 2 Roads”, which is about walking the road of preparedness and hope. They also interview Kari, who talks about her experience walking both roads while caring for her daughter Olivia. For more information 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