Ep. 71 Human Trafficking: Red Flags and Clinical Guidance with Dr. Julia Geynisman-Tan

Human trafficking is a complex health issue, with many providers unsure how best to detect, counsel, and care for victims and survivors of human trafficking. In this episode of the BackTable OBGYN Podcast, hosts Dr. Amy Park and Dr. Mark Hoffman are joined by Dr. Julia Geynisman-Tan, a urogynecologist at Northwestern, to discuss signs of human trafficking and resources for caring for this patient population. --- SYNPOSIS Dr. Geynisman-Tan shares her extensive experience in caring for survivors of human trafficking and discusses the complexities surrounding this issue. She emphasizes the importance of trauma-informed care, recognizing signs of trafficking, and providing support to survivors. The conversation covers her journey into this field, the challenges faced by survivors, and practical steps that healthcare professionals can take to aid these vulnerable patients. The episode underscores the need for multidisciplinary approaches and the critical role of healthcare providers in identifying and assisting those affected by human trafficking. --- TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction 05:08 - Identifying Signs of Human Trafficking in Patients 09:14 - Referral and Support Systems for Trafficking Survivors 11:31 - Common Health Issues Among Trafficking Survivors 13:17 - Understanding the Complexities of ‘The Life’ 18:13 - Immigration and Human Trafficking 20:48 - Providing Trauma-Informed Care 25:55 - Identifying Resources for Victims 29:23 - Healthcare Protocols 32:50 - Addressing Needs and Building Trust 36:58 - Psychosomatic Effects of Trauma 40:50 - Impact on Pregnancy 42:55 - Supporting Survivors and Long-Term Rehabilitation 48:30 - Conclusions --- RESOURCES Human Trafficking Hotline: https://humantraffickinghotline.org/en HEAL Trafficking: https://healtrafficking.org/