Voices of Experience - PFAC Podcast
Welcome to the Voices of Experience podcast, a podcast dedicated to sharing powerful stories from patients and their families, showcasing the importance of patient-centered care.
Presented by Tampa General Hospital's Patient and Family Advisory Council, each episode dives deep into real-life experiences, offering insights into the challenges, triumphs, and transformative moments in healthcare.
Join us as we explore the human side of medicine, where empathy, collaboration, and care are at the heart of every story. Whether you're a patient, a healthcare provider, or simply interested in the stories that shape our medical community, the Voices of Experience podcast offers a unique perspective on the journey to healing and hope.
We are always looking to grow and add more advisory councils. So far, we have advisory councils the following areas: Cancer Inst., Women's Inst. Children’s Hosp., Rehabilitation Services, Digestive Diseases Inst., Neuroscience Inst., Story Corps and so many more.
PFAC Mission
The mission of the Patient and Family Advisory Council is to be a passionate advocate for communication and collaboration between patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare providers to promote an exceptional patient experience at Tampa General Hospital.
PFAC Vision
Our vision is to continually improve the patient experience through the delivery of the highest standards of comprehensive and compassionate care at Tampa General Hospital.
Value Statement
We will communicate constructive ideas, thoughts, and philosophies efficiently and with total neutrality.
Voices of Experience - PFAC Podcast
Injured in the Line of Duty - "My Real Life Trauma Story" with Carlos Brito
In this compelling episode of Voices of Experience, host Amber Washington, speaks with Advisor Carlos Brito, a Sergeant with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, as he shares his real-life trauma story after being struck by a car while on duty.
Carlos opens up about the moment that changed everything, the challenges of recovery, and how this experience shaped his outlook on life, service, and resilience. His story is a powerful reminder of the risks first responders face, and the strength it takes to heal, both physically and mentally.
Head to our website to learn more about the PFAC: https://www.tgh.org/patients-visitors/patient-and-family-advisory-council-pfac
Share your TGH Patient Experience story:
https://www.tgh.org/patients-visitors/recognition-compliments-and-stories
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