Red Flags to Freedom Featured on The Learning Curve Podcast

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We are proud to share that our very own Dr. Megan Powers and Dr. Katherine Schaffer were recently featured on The Learning Curve podcast with Dr. Irtaza Asar for a vital conversation on recognizing the red flags of human trafficking in clinical settings. 

The Learning Curve podcast explores emerging topics in medical education, amplifying the voices of passionate educators. The episode titled "The Missed Diagnosis: Human Trafficking in Medicine," Dr. Powers and Dr. Schaffer, founder and trainer of Red Flags to Freedom, discuss the mission of our organization and the critical importance of trauma-informed care. 

They delve into the red flags of human trafficking that all medical practitioners should be aware of then providing care. They detail the common misconceptions of human trafficking survivors and how it presents itself in the medical setting.

This powerful episode gives listeners a better understanding of the importance of education and the role that medical practitioners play in identifying and supporting survivors.

Our team was proud to speak on the Red Flags to Freedom mission and join the conversation on continued education in the medical field. 

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