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Advocating for your health is important, but it’s not easy. In Speak Up For Your Health, Dr. Archelle Georgiou talks with patients about how they overcame feeling intimidated by today’s complex medical system and used their voice to finally get the care they needed. These personal stories along with Archelle’s practical tips will empower you to have a balanced (non-paternalistic) relationship with your healthcare provider.
Episodes
![Confront Arrogance](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/17309924/ARC100_SpeakUp_PodcastCover_FNL_st5y5e_300x300.jpg)
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
Confront Arrogance
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
Vicki was really, really sick after her cancer surgery. Her doctor – arrogant and dismissive – wasn't listening to her symptoms. Fear, combined with anger, gave Vicki the courage to stand up to him.
Key Takeaway: Confront arrogance.
If anger is the trigger for finding your voice, try to quickly turn that anger into preparing for your medical visits.
- Know WHY. If your healthcare provider wants to order a test, a procedure or medication, just ask: “What is the diagnosis that you are treating/confirming?”
- Doctors can’t read your mind. Speak up at your visit so they know what you are feeling.
Links to resources mentioned in the episode:
51% of Americans don’t ask their doctor questions about their health https://www.patientpoint.com/news/survey-patients-want-education-technology
Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakupforyourhealth
![Doctors Make Mistakes. If You Think Something’s Not Right... .Say Something](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/17309924/ARC100_SpeakUp_PodcastCover_FNL_st5y5e_300x300.jpg)
Monday Oct 23, 2023
Doctors Make Mistakes. If You Think Something’s Not Right... .Say Something
Monday Oct 23, 2023
Monday Oct 23, 2023
A young college student needed contraception. She'd done her research, was sure about her preferences and adamant about what she wanted. Her doctor agreed but almost made a mistake that would have resulted in long-term side effects. A few years later, she was just as adamant about her pregnancy delivery preferences.
Key Takeaway: See Something…Say Something
• Advocacy starts with knowledge. Ask your doctor 3-5 good questions…and make sure they get answered.
• Always always(!) consider the risk of any procedure or medication. Also consider the risk of NOT doing the procedure or taking the medication.
• If you notice something that may be a mistake…speak up.
Links to resources mentioned in the episode
Dr. Georgiou’s Book: Healthcare Choices: 5 Steps to Getting the Medical Care You Want and Need
Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakupforyourhealth
Mayo Clinic: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions
Cleveland Clinic: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health
WebMD: https://www.webmd.com/