Beyond the Exam Room: Redefining Wellness
Join retired pediatrician Mary Martha Bledsoe Felkner ’86 for a discussion on her recent book, In the Room: A Physician’s Reflections on Hurting, Healing, and Living. This collection of essays draws on her unique perspective as both a provider and a patient. In an age of "doc-in-the-box" clinics and quick internet searches, Mary Martha explores why healing is never a simple transaction. Moderated by practicing physician Hayes Woollen ’86, this session examines the essential ingredients for health from the perspectives of both givers and receivers of care. Whether you are navigating the challenges of providing medical care, facing an illness, or managing a life transition, this discussion offers a path toward new perspectives and deeper understanding.