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February 8, 2025 34 mins

Dr. Moss interviews Dr. Church, MD a neonatologist and developmental behavioral pediatrician who grew up with the invisible disability of spina bifida. Dr. Church discusses her early interest in medicine, influenced by her own experiences as a patient, and the challenges she faced concealing her disability throughout her medical career. She also highlights the crucial role of self-advocacy, the evolution of her career, and the unique insights she brings to her field through her lived experience. Join us to learn how Dr. Church’s story reflects resilience, advocacy, and the power of community in the medical profession.


Contact Dr. Church: pchurch1@bidmc.harvard.edu


Dr. Church's article: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapediatrics/article-abstract/2646858Visit website at https://medpsycmoss.com for transcripts, blog posts, and resources for medical students, health care professionals, and patients


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Email: medpsycmoss@gmail.com


Editors: Brenda Hug, Dr. Moss


***This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All opinions voiced are the opinions of the speakers and not reflective of any institution. Please follow up with your health provider and therapist for any additional questions or support.*** 


Chapters:00:00 Sneak Peak00:55 Guest Introduction02:00 Dr. Church's Early Life & Inspiration02:57 Nursing or Medicine?04:00 Navigating Medical School with a Disability05:36 Residency & Self-Advocacy08:08 Professional Journey & Advocacy14:29 Impact of Personal Experience on Medical Practice19:11 Disability Insurance23:11 Descision on When to Disclose25:15 Pearls of Wisdom27:16 Lived Experience Expertise30:08 Summary32:29 Final Thoughts33:18 Contact Information

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