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Tama Te Kapua Hurihanganui
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Tama Te Kapua Hurihanganui
Intern at Wellington Hospital, Wellington
The workshops on Aboriginal mental health were profoundly eye-opening. They brought attention to the unique challenges faced by Indigenous communities and the imperative to provide culturally safe and responsive mental health care. The workshops on rural psychiatry further highlighted the barriers faced by individuals in remote areas in accessing mental health services. As an attendee, I couldn't help but draw parallels between the insights shared in these workshops and the context of rural and Māori mental health in Aotearoa.
As a junior doctor, I felt privileged to have had the opportunity to meet and connect with the dedicated professionals working in the field of psychiatry. Engaging with experienced psychiatrists and trainees enriched my understanding, provided mentorship possibilities, and inspired me to continue my journey with a deep sense of purpose and passion.
The workshops on Aboriginal mental health were profoundly eye-opening. They brought attention to the unique challenges faced by Indigenous communities and the imperative to provide culturally safe and responsive mental health care. The workshops on rural psychiatry further highlighted the barriers faced by individuals in remote areas in accessing mental health services. As an attendee, I couldn't help but draw parallels between the insights shared in these workshops and the context of rural and Māori mental health in Aotearoa.
As a junior doctor, I felt privileged to have had the opportunity to meet and connect with the dedicated professionals working in the field of psychiatry. Engaging with experienced psychiatrists and trainees enriched my understanding, provided mentorship possibilities, and inspired me to continue my journey with a deep sense of purpose and passion.
