Why is Healthcare Disjointed - A Holistic Approach to Complex Conditions

Explore a unique perspective on healthcare integration through the lens of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) in this 14-minute TEDx talk. Join Dr. Suzie Bergman, a dentist and TMD patient, as she shares her personal and professional journey, revealing the often-overlooked complexities of TMD and advocating for a more holistic healthcare approach. Gain insights into the critical need for an integrated model that better serves patients with complex, interconnected conditions. Learn from Dr. Bergman's three decades of experience spanning clinical care, post-doctoral education, research, advocacy, and infrastructure development for TMD patients. Discover how her roles as a Selection Chairperson, Advisor, Honorary Program Faculty Member, and Fellow of the TMJ Foundation's online fellowship program contribute to advancing TMD treatment. Understand the importance of differential diagnosis between Trigeminal Neuralgia and TMD through her research at Oregon Health Science University's Department of Neurosurgery.

"Why is healthcare disjointed?" | Suzie Bergman | TEDxStrathcona Women