ER Doctor (Dr. Susan Ryan)

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In this episode, the guys are joined by Dr. Susan Ryan, an ER doctor from Colorado. She shares her journey into medicine, her experiences with trauma in the emergency room, and the healing process she has undergone through equine and canine therapy. She discusses the adrenaline rush that comes with emergency medicine, the emotional toll it takes on healthcare professionals, and the importance of being present with patients. Dr. Ryan also reflects on her personal experiences with trauma and how they have shaped her approach to patient care and her own mental health. The conversation also explores the integration of therapy dogs in healthcare settings, particularly how they can help alleviate trauma for both patients and medical staff. Susan emphasizes the transformative power of canine companions and the need for support and funding for service dogs, ultimately conveying a message of hope and resilience in the face of trauma.

Follow Dr. Ryan (and more importantly her dog) on Instagram at @DocPlusDog.

Dr. Ryan is a board member with Canine Companions. Please visit them and donate at https://canine.org/.

Canine Companions was just featured in Netflix’s “Inside the Mind of a Dog”.

Music provided by Quincy Ledbetter (https://www.qledbetter.com/).

Artwork provided by Megan Weaver (https://meganweaverart.com/).

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