Marcus Engel provides insight and strategies for excellent patient care.
This remarkable story illustrates how health care providers sustained body and mind in the face of incredible trauma.
Apply innovative techniques to treat patient challenges
Discover the small things that make a big difference in patient care
Manage the not-so-caring aspects of the health care system
Rediscover the rewards of providing health care
Celebrate the healing power of humor
Balance patient care and personal concern
Understand the unique issues surrounding trauma and loss
Marcus’ programs help audiences to:
Marcus Engel speaks from experience. After being blinded and severely injured by a drunk driver, Marcus overcame unimaginable obstacles to reclaim his life. This dramatic story inspires health care professionals to re-ignite their passion for providing excellent patient care.
PROGRAMS
“The Other End Of The Stethoscope”
(Health Care Professionals and Support Staff)
Want to learn the secrets to being the best health care professional? Marcus’ touching tale of trauma, hospitalization, and healing will provide insight from ‘the other end of the stethoscope.’ The value of excellent skills and the remarkable impact of health care professionals is honored and recognized. Heartwarming and hilarious, this program reminds health care professionals why they do what they do, and inspires dedication to excellence in patient care.
“Change the Things You Can”
(Motivation, Inspiration)
Ever switched from tears of pain to tears of laughter in the blink of an eye? You will with Marcus Engel’s one-of-a-kind presentation! After being blinded and nearly killed by a drunk driver as a college freshman, Marcus made the incredible decision to overcome his challenges and re-claim life. Through hilarious accounts of his hospitalization, rehab and college years as a blind student, Marcus plants memorable insights the audience can easily implement to achieve success personally and professionally.
“How Can I Help You?”
(Excellent Health Care equals Excellent Customer Service)
All customer service can be aided by the simple question, “How can I help you?” Marcus Engel knows this especially well. Being blind and traveling the country on business, he’s learned the fine art of communication between customer service personnel and, well, just about everyone! If you’re looking for ways to help create better communication within your office or with customers and clients and patients, Marcus’ program will show you insights you’ve probably never thought about – but you’ll never forget!!
“Can I Say That??”
(Diversity, Disability Awareness)
Ever met someone different than you? Did you find yourself asking, “What do I do? What do I say? How do I act?” If you’ve ever had occasion to meet someone of a different race, nationality, gender, sexual orientation or level of ability, you may have questioned what your role should be. In this session, Marcus Engel explores diversity from a human perspective. Audiences will learn why it’s okay to ask respectful questions, associate outside of one’s usual circles and learn ways to be more comfortable with all people!
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
These topics are perfect for breakout sessions, small groups and partner track events!
When Marcus is booked for a Keynote, Breakout Sessions make a great addition to your event!
“So, How Do You…?”
Have you had little or no experience with individuals who are blind or visually impaired? In this blatantly honest, no holds barred session, Marcus makes the audience comfortable and secure enough to ask burning questions; questions that may be steered away from with other B/VI individuals. Educational, entertaining and insightful, this session is a great addition to any of Marcus’ keynote presentations!
“So, Ya Wanna Write A Book?”
With the release of his first book, After This… Marcus Engel founded his own publishing company. Basic writing tips, discussions of inspirations for writing, the easiest way to get ideas across to readers and how to get your work noticed are all important topics covered in this breakout session.
“Marcus’ unique perspective and powerful insights assist health care professionals in reaching new levels of excellence in patient care.”
David Campbell, M.D., M. Ed.
President / CEO Institute for Family Medicine
“Marcus’ inspiring keynote impacted our audience deeply. He is a delight to work with and helped us out so much on the front end with all his additional marketing efforts.”
Sally Spencer-Thomas
Director of Leadership Development
and Behavioral Health Promotion
Regis University, Denver, CO
“In over 20 years of nursing, I have rarely been so impacted by a speaker… you are an exceptional young man with a tremendous story to tell.”
Carol O’Flaherty
Association for Applied & Therapeutic Humor
“An eye-opening message with a compelling story, Marcus enlightens caregivers to the patient’s experience of trauma.”
Kathleen Passanisi, PT, CSP, CPAE
Speaker Hall of Fame
“All medical personnel will experience a transformation in their understanding and approach to the severely injured patient.
Paul H. Ward, M.D. F.A.C.S.
Professor of Surgery Emeritus
Professor of Surgery Emeritus
Chief of Head & Neck Surgery Emeritus
UCLA School of Medicine
HEALTHCARE
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