Integrating Mental & Physical Health with Dr. Paulraj Samuel

The mind-body connection is becoming more widely understood and
accepted in modern society and joining us today to discuss the
importance of integrating mental and physical health is
interventional cardiologist, Dr. Paulraj Samuel of Samuel Family
Cardiology. Dr. Samuel reveals the importance of offering
patients access to mental health support alongside medical
treatment, emphasizing that addressing both aspects is vital for
maximizing overall health and quality of life. In this episode,
we find out how Dr. Samuel's collaboration with Mosaics of Mercy
aims to break down healthcare barriers, empowering providers to
discuss mental health openly and bridge the gap between physical
and mental well-being. Tune in for valuable advice for both
patients and healthcare providers on initiating conversations
about mental health and what it means to truly “cherish your
life”.





Key Points From This Episode:


Introducing interventional cardiologist, Dr. Paulraj Samuel.

Dr. Samuel shares his background and insight into his
expertise.

How he feels additional training in mental health would have
served him.

What led him to connect with Mosaics of Mercy and how they
work together.

The benefits of offering patients access to mental health
help.

How partnering with Mosaics of Mercy aids Dr. Samuel’s
mission to break down healthcare barriers.

The barriers healthcare providers face when confronted with
mental health issues.

How mental health and physical health overlap.

Dr. Samuel explains how the healthcare system typically
operates in silos.

Appreciation for the administrative population and the role
they can play in bridging the gaps.

Advice for those nervous about bringing up mental health with
their physician.

What physicians can do when confronted with patients’ mental
health needs, and the benefits of checking in.

Dr. Samuel shares the mantra that serves as his source of
hope: Cherish your life.






Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:


Dr. Paulraj Samuel


Samuel Family Cardiology


Carolyn Robistow


Mosaics of Mercy