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Medical Trauma and PKD | Webinar

WHEN
February 25, 2025 at 12:00PM EST - 1:00PM EST
WHERE
This virtual event will be held via Zoom
PKD

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Join us as we explore medical trauma that can arise following serious medical events or medical procedures.

This webinar will explore the impact of medical trauma on individuals living with chronic illness, such as PKD, and their caregivers.

Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how medical trauma can manifest through experiences such as medical emergencies, dialysis-related challenges, surgery, or transplant complications and some of the ways that it can impact people.

The session aims to normalize and validate these experiences, reducing feelings of isolation. Attendees will also learn practical strategies to navigate these traumas, including practical strategies they can try on their own, as well as learning about help that is available.

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About the presenter

Joy Pekar is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) whose professional practice is shaped by personal experience. Joy's family has been directly impacted by polycystic kidney disease (PKD), a journey that has included searching for a kidney donor and navigating the emotional complexities of dialysis and transplant. With this deep understanding, she helps individuals and families cope with the emotional toll of chronic illness, particularly kidney disease, offering compassionate support and mental wellness strategies.

CONTACT
Michelle Lynne Goodfellow · · 1-877-410-1741, Toronto: 416-410-1740