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November 12, 2024 64 mins

Join Dr. Judy Wright for a powerful conversation with Dr. Simarta Brennan Prescod, a board-certified primary care physician who navigates healthcare from three unique perspectives: doctor, patient, and caregiver. Learn essential strategies for healthcare advocacy, discover how to communicate effectively with medical professionals, and understand the keys to managing chronic conditions while maintaining a thriving career. Perfect for healthcare professionals, patients with chronic conditions, and anyone looking to better advocate for their health.

🎯 Watch to Learn: How to advocate for yourself in medical settings Essential tips for communicating with healthcare providers Strategies for managing chronic conditions while maintaining a career Keys to navigating complex healthcare systems The truth about healthcare inequities and how to overcome them Practical tips for organizing your medical information

Featured Expert: Dr. Simarta Brennan Prescod - Board Certified Primary Care Physician, Multiple Sclerosis Activist, Author of "The Parts We Don't Talk About"

🎯 Resources Mentioned: "The Parts We Don't Talk About" - Available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble https://amzn.to/4fcjU5k Website: www.drsimarta.com Connect on Instagram and Facebook: @drsimarta

Key Insights: Create a medical information folder for each family member Ask healthcare providers to clarify their role and specialty Document questions and concerns before appointments Build trust while maintaining advocacy Utilize support systems and resources effectively Transform healthcare challenges into opportunities for growth

🎯 Books Mentioned: Girl! Get Your Life Off the Fault Line: The Busy Entrepreneur’s Guide for Mastering Balance to Shift from Overwhelmed to Empowered 👉🏾https://amzn.to/40kLqck

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Powerful Quotes:  "Trust is important, but advocacy is not the opposite of trust."  "You are entitled to make notes and be engaged in the conversation."  "Healthcare starts with understanding your own needs."

Looking for more? Watch our related episodes:  Conquering Burnout & Balancing Family Health https://youtu.be/YHkRC_pG4b4 From Pharmacy to Holistic Health https://youtu.be/WLGb_pczYFU

Timeline:  00:00 Understanding Modern Healthcare Challenges 02:35 Dr. Prescod's Journey: From Medical School to Multiple Sclerosis  10:56 Transforming Personal Health Challenges into Patient Advocacy  20:50 Navigating Multiple Roles: Doctor, Patient, Parent  28:02 Breaking Down Healthcare System Barriers  31:24 Healthcare Inequities: A Doctor's Perspective  38:07 Essential Patient Advocacy Strategies  42:57 Creating Balance in Healthcare and Life  47:31 Practical Tips for Healthcare Organization  54:42 Empowering Patients Through Education Subscribe for more insights on healthcare advocacy, patient empowerment, and navigating the medical system effectively!

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