# EP 144: Hidden Crisis of Brain Injuries in Healthcare Worker Assaults

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Published: 2026-07-02T14:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://thenurseericarn.podbean.com/e/ep-144-the-hidden-crisis-of-brain-injuries-in-healthcare-workers/
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Duration seconds: 2806

## Resource

In this episode, Traumatic Brain Injury and Spine Specialist, Dr. Daniel Rafie discusses the often overlooked issue of traumatic brain injuries among healthcare workers, especially nurses, due to workplace assaults. He highlights the importance of recognizing brain injury symptoms, early intervention, recovery and systemic changes needed to support affected healthcare professionals. The episode also touches on concussions as an invisible injuries and compounded PTSD and trauma after assault. There is a need for research in the area of brain injuries in healthcare workers after workplace assault. Thank you to Nurses Uncorked Sponsor, Dr. Lorre Laws PhD, RN. Please visit drlorrelaws.com/assessment for free nurse specific trauma assessment. Thank you to Nurses Uncorked Enema Award Sponsor, Happy Bum Co. Please visit https://happybumco.com/ and use promo code NURSESUNCORKED for 20% off your first bundle. Advertise on the show! Email with the subject NURSES UNCORKED SPONSOR to: nursesuncorked@gmail.com Become a Patron! Gain early access to episodes, ad-free episodes, exclusive bonus content, giveaways, Zoom parties, shout-outs, and much more. https://patron.podbean.com/nursesuncorkedpodcast ETSY Shop: Stop Healthcare Worker Violence! https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheNurseErica Guest: Dr. Daniel Rafie https://www.tiktok.com/@_adelneu https://www.instagram.com/adel.neuro/ Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Concussion Neurology and Workplace Violence03:02 Dr. Rafie's TikTok: Nurse Assaults and Traumatic Brain Injuries 06:40 High Profile Athletes Garner the Attention07:25 Understanding Traumatic Brain Injuries 11:09 Delay in Care Leads to Adverse Outcomes12:12 Mental Health Implications of Brain Injuries13:20 Challenges in Reporting and Recovery17:12 Long-term Effects of Repeated Head…

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