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Published by Carly Hickey, Sandra Andreychuk, Michael Hickey
Welcome to The Real DNR Podcast - a science-backed, candid roundtable hosted by a healthcare ethicist, an ICU physician, and a registered nurse. Together, we bring honest conversations to the topics most people avoid: aging, caregiving, serious illness, and end-of-life planning. Here, DNR means Decisions, Not Regrets . We believe the most meaningful care happens before a crisis, through open conversations, thoughtful planning, and understanding what matters most. Each episode blends medical, nursing, and ethics expertise with expert interviews and real lived experiences, so you can feel more informed and prepared as a future patient, caregiver, or decision-maker. Whether you’re supporting aging parents, navigating the sandwich generation, planning for your own future, or moving through grief, this podcast offers a safe and honest space to learn, reflect, and talk about what matters most.
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Welcome to the very first episode of The Real DNR Podcast - a science-backed, candid roundtable hosted by a healthcare ethicist, an ICU physician, and a registered nurse. In this inaugural episode we introduce ourselves, share how this podcast came to be, and dive into a meaningful discussion on advance care planning, end-of-life decision-making, and supporting families through some of their most challenging moments. We draw from our professional experience as well as personal stories, with the aim of creating a space that empowers listeners with knowledge, clarity, and compassion as they navigate complex healthcare choices. We discuss the importance of: ● Starting conversations about end-of-life wishes early. ● Consulting with healthcare professionals about advance directives. ● Planning for caregiving transitions before crises occur. If you enjoyed this episode please rate ⭐, review, subscribe and share! We want everyone to be having these conversations and we deeply appreciate your support. Connect with us: E-mail us at therealdnrpod@gmail.com Follow Carly on @aceplanningco Follow Sandra at @quality_life_planning Join our community here Follow us on Instagram Disclaimer: The information shared on The Real DNR Podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical, legal, or other professional advice. The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and guests are their own and do not reflect those of any employer, hospital, academic institution, professional body, or affiliated organization. Content discussed on this podcast reflects Ontario and Canadian health-care, legal, and ethical contexts and may not apply in other jurisdictions. Listening to this podcast does not create a professional, therapeutic, nurse-client, physician-patient, lawyer-client, or other professional relationship. This podcast is designed to support thoughtful conversations and help listeners feel more informed and confident when speaking with their health-care team, family, substitute decision-makers, and other qualified professionals. Any stories, anecdotes, or clinical examples shared on this podcast have been adapted and de-identified to protect privacy and maintain patient confidentiality. Always seek advice from appropriately qualified professionals regarding your own health, legal, or personal circumstances.
Welcome to The Real DNR! Connect with us: E-mail us at therealdnrpod@gmail.com Follow Carly on @aceplanningco Follow Sandra at @quality_life_planning Join our community here Follow us on Instagram Disclaimer: The information shared on The Real DNR Podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical, legal, or other professional advice. The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and guests are their own and do not reflect those of any employer, hospital, academic institution, professional body, or affiliated organization. Content discussed on this podcast reflects Ontario and Canadian health-care, legal, and ethical contexts and may not apply in other jurisdictions. Listening to this podcast does not create a professional, therapeutic, nurse-client, physician-patient, lawyer-client, or other professional relationship. This podcast is designed to support thoughtful conversations and help listeners feel more informed and confident when speaking with their health-care team, family, substitute decision-makers, and other qualified professionals. Any stories, anecdotes, or clinical examples shared on this podcast have been adapted and de-identified to protect privacy and maintain patient confidentiality. Always seek advice from appropriately qualified professionals regarding your own health, legal, or personal circumstances.
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