An Integrative Pause for Healthcare Personnel Challenged by the War: A Personal Perspective

Background: As the war in the Middle East intensifies, the support and well-being of healthcare practitioners (HCPs) become paramount to sustaining an effective healthcare system capable of serving the diverse Israeli population.

Methods: In collaboration with the integrative medicine (IM) team, we initiated a treatment intervention with the goal to relieve war-related HCPs concerns.

Results: This trilogy of narratives highlights the multifaceted experiences of HCPs in Israel during times of conflict. The director of internal medicine ward with his conventional medical and leadership expertise, provides stability and order. The IM practitioner offers holistic healing and care. The nurse reflects on her experience of being cared for.

Conclusions: These narratives illustrate the adaptability and resilience of healthcare professionals who navigate their roles with dedication and compassion, ensuring that amidst the strife, the human spirit remains cared for and supported.