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Ep. 71 Human Trafficking: Red Flags and Clinical Guidance with Dr. Julia Geynisman-Tan
52 minutes Posted Nov 19, 2024 at 8:00 am.
Introduction
Identifying Signs of Human Trafficking in Patients
Referral and Support Systems for Trafficking Survivors
Common Health Issues Among Trafficking Survivors
Understanding the Complexities of ‘The Life’
Immigration and Human Trafficking
Providing Trauma-Informed Care
Identifying Resources for Victims
Healthcare Protocols
Addressing Needs and Building Trust
Psychosomatic Effects of Trauma
Impact on Pregnancy
Supporting Survivors and Long-Term Rehabilitation
Conclusions
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Show notes
Human trafficking is a complex health issue, with many providers unsure how best to detect, counsel, and care for victims and survivors of human trafficking. In this episode of the BackTable OBGYN Podcast, hosts Dr. Amy Park and Dr. Mark Hoffman are joined by Dr. Julia Geynisman-Tan, a urogynecologist at Northwestern, to discuss signs of human trafficking and resources for caring for this patient population.
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SYNPOSIS
Dr. Geynisman-Tan shares her extensive experience in caring for survivors of human trafficking and discusses the complexities surrounding this issue. She emphasizes the importance of trauma-informed care, recognizing signs of trafficking, and providing support to survivors. The conversation covers her journey into this field, the challenges faced by survivors, and practical steps that healthcare professionals can take to aid these vulnerable patients. The episode underscores the need for multidisciplinary approaches and the critical role of healthcare providers in identifying and assisting those affected by human trafficking.
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RESOURCES
Human Trafficking Hotline:
https://humantraffickinghotline.org/en
HEAL Trafficking:
https://healtrafficking.org/