Patient To Purpose

Patient To Purpose

Erica Bersin, BCPA & Stefan Walzer, Ph.D.

Episodes 7
Avg. Duration 39m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (4)
Since Dec 2025
Latest Episode Jun 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
35%
Hosting
feeds.captivate.fm

About This Podcast

The phrase “From Patient to Purpose” or “Patient to Purpose” often describes a transformative journey where an individual’s experience with illness, injury, or a health crisis leads them to discover a new, meaningful mission or purpose in life. This concept is particularly relevant in healthcare and personal development, highlighting several key themes: Transformation through Adversity: A difficult or painful health experience becomes a catalyst for personal growth and a shift in life direction. Finding Meaning in Suffering: Individuals use their personal struggles to inform and drive a new mission, often focused on helping others facing similar challenges. Advocacy and Mission: The purpose frequently involves advocacy, research, coaching, or creating support systems for a specific patient population, effectively turning a personal crisis into a public mission. On from Patient to Purpose we will explore the idea is that a person’s health journey can be the source of their most impactful life work.

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Recent Episodes

S1E7 Science Hasn't Changed Politics Has: When Science Meets Emotion

Jun 03, 2026 40m

In this episode of Patient to Purpose, Erica & Stefan dive into the vaccine debate, misinformation, and the tension between science, politics, and public opinion. From the history of immunization…

S1E6 Living Proof: Telling Your Story to Make a Difference

May 20, 2026 37m

In this episode we speak with Tim Cage and John Capecci who have been partners for 20 years in Living Proof Advocacy. Tim & John unpack the emotional, psychological, and identity shifts involved…

S1E5 In the U.S. Health Insurance Is A Privilege

May 06, 2026 28m

In this episode Erica & Stefan break down the “mind-boggling” complexities of the U.S. health insurance system, where employer-sponsored plans often “handcuff” people to their jobs. We explore…

S1E4 Trust, Access & The Future of Patient Advocacy

Apr 22, 2026 47m

In this episode Erica & Stefan talk to Lauren Walrath about the Japanese concept of Wa (和) in patient access and care. Wa focuses on group harmony over individual expression, maintaining smooth…

S1E4 Herd Immunity and the Collective: Why Your Choice Matters

Apr 08, 2026 40m

In this episode of Patient to Purpose, Erica & Stefan tackle the alarming resurgence of measles and the declining vaccination rates threatening public health in the U.S., UK, and beyond. We…

S1E2 Access, Equity, & Engagement: Designing Care Around Patients

Mar 18, 2026 37m

On this episode Erica & Stefan hear from access and engagement expert Keri McDonough, MA to unpack what “access” really means beyond cost. Drawing on powerful patient stories and more than 20…

S1E1 The Quest for Treatment: Facing the Guard Dogs of MS Care

Dec 22, 2025 40m

In our premiere episode, hosts Stefan Walzer, Ph.D. and Erica Bersin, BCPA dive into the frustrating, confusing, and often invisible barriers patients face when trying to access the treatments they…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Patient To Purpose have?

Patient To Purpose has published 7 episodes since December 2025, covering topics in Business, Health & Fitness.

Is Patient To Purpose still active?

Patient To Purpose is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 39m.

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