Kali Mochel
Pronouns: she/her
Research Mentor(s): Dr. Nikhil Parekh, National VA Whole Health Educator, VA Ann Arbor Whole Health Director
Research Mentor School/College/Department: VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System,
Presentation Date: Thursday, April 22, 2021
Session: Session 4 (2pm-2:50pm)
Breakout Room: Room 14
Presenter: 1
Abstract
Whole Health is a system of holistic care focusing on physical and social parameters in the care of Veteran patients that is in place at VA hospitals around the country. The aim of this study is to investigate participants’ perceptions of the Whole Health system of care. The study methodology focuses on a survey containing questions regarding different areas of the Circle of Whole Health (a widely used framework for Whole Health at the VA). The survey is designed by a team of undergraduate researchers at the University of Michigan, working with a physician researcher at the VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System. The survey was sent out to Veterans, VA staff, VA volunteers, and family members of Veterans. At the time of publication of this abstract, the data has been collected and preliminary analysis is in process. Analysis of the survey results in terms of descriptive statistics and tests of relationships, using chi-square tests, is being performed. Specific, detailed, and final results will be available at the time of the Symposium presentation. This final information could be used to better understand which modalities are most understood by Veterans, which areas are most understood by those who support Veterans (such as VA staff, VA volunteers, and family members), and which Whole Health modalities are most effective in improving Veterans’ physical or mental health.
Authors: Kali Mochel
Research Method: Qualitative Study
