Transforming Trauma: A Fresh Perspective with Dr. Eugene Lipov
Episode Overview
Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) offers rapid relief for PTSD symptoms. Rebranding PTSD as PTSI can reduce stigma and encourage treatment. Trauma can have lasting physiological effects, but these can be mitigated. Intergenerational trauma impacts can be traced through genetics. Medical innovation often faces resistance due to entrenched interests.
"PTSD is a biological condition and people will get treated. PTSD is very stigmatising."
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Dr. Eugene Lipov joins Dr. Marcia Sirota in a riveting discussion on transforming trauma treatment. Dr. Lipov, renowned for pioneering the Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) for PTSD, shares his innovative approach to addressing post-traumatic stress. Inspired by personal family struggles, he advocates for rebranding PTSD as post-traumatic stress injury (PTSI) to reduce stigma and encourage care-seeking. The episode unfolds with Dr.
Lipov's journey from a surgical resident to a pain medicine specialist, driven by a desire to make a difference in trauma recovery. He explains how the SGB procedure works, using humour and relatable anecdotes to demystify the science behind it. The conversation touches on the physiological impacts of trauma and the potential for SGB to bring long-lasting relief, even years after treatment. Dr. Sirota and Dr.
Lipov delve into the broader implications of trauma, including its intergenerational transmission and its impact on mental health conditions like schizophrenia. This episode is a fascinating blend of scientific insight and personal stories, offering hope and new perspectives on healing from trauma. Ready to rethink what you know about PTSD? Dive into this episode and explore how cutting-edge treatments are changing lives.