Jonathan Dougherty
Pronouns: He/Him
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 5 (3pm-3:50pm)
Breakout Room: Room 14
Presenter: 4
Abstract
Whole Health is a system of patient-centered care in the Veterans Affairs healthcare administration focusing on non-traditional integrative modalities such as nutrition, mindfulness, spirituality, etc. Background research has been limited to certain areas of Whole Health. Other areas need to be further studied. Spirituality and telehealth are two areas that need further research. Our research group has designed a 25 question Qualtrics survey to explore these two areas as well as other areas such as mental health and nutrition further. With this survey, we seek to better understand perceptions of spirituality/faith-based support, telehealth, and other areas (such as nutrition). At the time of publication of this abstract, the data has been collected and preliminary analysis is in process. Specific, detailed, and final results will be available at the time of the Symposium presentation.
Authors: Nikhil Parekh, Jonathan Dougherty
Research Method: Qualitative Study
