Transforming Health on the Streets: MOSH Team’s Impact with Becky Marval & Jac Atkinson

Video Length: [58:58]

Date: June 9, 2022

In a Grand Rounds session at the Department of Family Medicine, Dalhousie University, Becky Marval and Jac Atkinson from NECHC’s Mobile Outreach Street Health (MOSH) team discussed the intricate barriers marginalized individuals encounter in healthcare.

Marval and Atkinson shared compelling narratives from their hands-on approach to care, exemplifying the profound commitment required to provide truly patient-centered services. From safeguarding a client’s cat in the clinic to navigating a scooter across Halifax for a patient’s mobility, their stories showcased innovative responses to unique healthcare situations.

This session underscored the critical need for healthcare professionals to embrace a more nuanced, responsive approach to patient care, taking into account the complex interplay of social determinants. Attendees were encouraged to adopt a mindset that goes beyond conventional healthcare protocols, with an emphasis on personalized strategies that honor the patient’s context and lived experiences.

For healthcare practitioners keen on enhancing their understanding of social determinants and their impact on health, the session was an essential call to action. It served as a vivid reminder of the impact thoughtful, adaptable care can have on improving health outcomes for all community members.

Read the full transcript here: Trancript Becky Marval and Jac Atkinson June 2022 Grand Rounds