118: An MD's Spiritual Awakening with Dr. Paul Dieppe

In this deeply moving episode of the Conscious Fertility Podcast, Dr. Paul Dieppe shares his remarkable journey from conventional medicine into the world of healing, consciousness, and spiritual care. A respected academic and rheumatologist, Dr. Dieppe recounts transformative experiences—including surviving as a hostage and spontaneous healing—that reshaped his understanding of what it truly means to heal. We explore how love, compassion, and presence may be the most potent medicines of all.Key takeaways:Healing is more than curing physical symptoms—it's about integration of mind, body, and spirit.Conscious intention, compassion, and caring presence can activate the body’s innate healing capacity.Near-death and noetic experiences challenged and redefined Paul’s materialist worldview.Western medicine and alternative healing are not enemies—they’re complementary tools.Love, not logic, is often the driving force behind true healing.Dr. Paul Dieppe’s Bio: Dr. Paul Dieppe is a globally recognized expert in osteoarthritis and a recipient of prestigious honors, including the NIHR Senior Investigator award, the Osteoarthritis Research Society's Lifetime Achievement Award, and Master of the American College of Rheumatology. With a distinguished career in rheumatology and health services research, he has held major academic and leadership roles, including Dean of Medicine at the University of Bristol and Director of the UK Medical Research Council’s Health Services Research Collaboration. Since 2009, he has been an emeritus professor at the University of Exeter, focusing on healing, placebo effects, and patient-centered care, while continuing osteoarthritis research. He has trained numerous future leaders in the field and remains active in teaching and international speaking. Where to find Dr. Paul Dieppe:  Email: [email protected]: Healing and Medicine: A Doctor’s Journey Toward Their Integration - https://www.amazon.ca/Healing-Medicine-Doctors-Journey-Integration/dp/103261059X How to connect to Lorne Brown online and in person (Vancouver, BC)Acubalance.ca book virtual or in person conscious work sessions with Dr. Lorne Brown Lornebrown.comConscious hacks and tools to optimize your fertility by Dr. Lorne Brown:https://acubalance.ca/conscious-work/Download a free copy of the Acubalance Fertility Diet & Recipes and a copy of the ebook 5 Ways to Maximize Your Chances of Getting Pregnant from Acubalance.caConnect with Lorne and the podcast on Instagram:@acubalancewellnesscentre@conscious_fertility_podcast@lorne_brown_officialDISCLAIMER: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use it as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. This podcast offers information to help the listener cooperate with physicians, mental health professionals or other healthcare providers in a mutual quest for optimal well-being. We advise listeners to carefully review and understand the ideas presented, and to consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. Under no circumstances shall Acubalance, any guests or contributors to the Conscious Fertility podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Acubalance be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.