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February 22, 2016

Healthcare Myth 1: Killing them with Kindness

Here is Vistelar Consultant Joel Lashley talking about some myths in healthcare, and in particular the belief that we need to present kindness at all times or minimise our recognition of intimidating or disrespectful behaviour in our healthcare facilities. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KBZII0TtyZo

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Gerard O'Dea


Gerard O'Dea is the Director of Training for Dynamis. Training Advisor, Speaker, Author and Expert Witness on Personal Safety, Conflict Management and Physical Interventions, he is the European Advisor for Vistelar Conflict Management, a global programme focussing on the spectrum of human conflict.