In this podcast episode, I talk about something I haven’t always had the space (or safety) to name in public: my own lived experience with chronic pain, and what it feels like to be on the receiving end of medical gaslighting.
(And no, you don’t have to be a Type A human to make it work) Let’s be real. Life is chaos, and healthcare? Even more so.You’re juggling appointments, symptoms, weird side effects, insurance nonsense, and the occasional panic spiral —… Read More »Why Keeping a Health Journal is the Glow-Up You Didn’t Know You Needed
Endometriosis is a painful and chronic full-body inflammatory disease that affects 1 in 10 people with uteruses, yet many patients struggle for years—sometimes decades—before receiving an accurate diagnosis and effective treatment. For too long, healthcare policies and insurance companies have failed to provide adequate coverage for… Read More »Endo Excision for All: Fighting for Access to Effective Endometriosis Treatment
Picture this: you’re on a road trip, cruising along smoothly, when suddenly you hit a toll booth charging ten times the usual fee. You hadn’t budgeted for it, and now you’re stuck wondering if you can even afford to keep… Read More »Overcoming Rising Prescription Prices: Tips & Resources
Navigating the healthcare system can be frustrating, especially when you know something is wrong but your doctor refuses to provide a formal diagnosis—even when they seem nearly certain. Without a diagnosis, getting the care and treatment you need can feel… Read More »How to Advocate for a Diagnosis When Your Doctor Refuses
Finding a trauma-informed healthcare provider can make a big difference for patients with past traumatic experiences, as these providers are trained to create a safe, supportive, and empowering environment. Here are some steps to help someone find a trauma-informed provider:… Read More »How to Find a Trauma-Informed Doctor
Getting a second annual physical covered by insurance after a poor first experience can be tricky, but there are a few steps you can take to advocate for yourself effectively. Here’s how to navigate this situation: 1. Contact Your Insurance Company… Read More »Not Happy with Your Annual Physical? Tips to Get a Second One Covered
One of the toughest parts of navigating healthcare can be dealing with doctors who get a little… prickly when you stand up for yourself. We’ve all been there—you go in with a list of questions, you ask for clarification, maybe… Read More »Dealing with Difficult Doctors Who Push Back When You Ask Questions
Let’s be real: health insurance is supposed to make healthcare more affordable, but sometimes using your insurance can cost you more than paying cash. If you’re like most millennials, you’re trying to make every dollar count, and sometimes that means… Read More »Why Paying Cash for Healthcare Sometimes Beats Using Insurance
So, you’ve finally managed to book that doctor’s appointment. Maybe you’ve been waiting weeks (or months) for it. You walk in, hoping for some answers, but instead, you leave feeling like you’ve been brushed off, or worse, doubting your own… Read More »How to Speak Up for Yourself at the Doctor’s Office (Without Losing Your Cool)