Have you ever walked out of a doctor’s office feeling unheard, unseen, or told everything was 'normal'—even though you knew something was off? You’re not alone.
In this powerful episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on medical gaslighting—the subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) ways women are dismissed, misdiagnosed, or left without real answers when it comes to their health.
We also break down what evidence-based care really means—and how it often gets used as a shield for lazy medicine that doesn’t serve women in perimenopause, postpartum, or even during puberty.
We cover:
- The most common forms of medical gaslighting (and why they’re so damaging)
- What “evidence-based” care should mean vs. how it’s misused
- Why so many women are told “everything looks fine” when their hormones are clearly not
- How to advocate for yourself when you’re not being taken seriously
- Why your lived experience is data—and deserves to be part of your care plan
This is an episode for every woman who has ever been brushed off, labeled as “dramatic,” or told to “just wait it out.” Your voice matters. Your symptoms matter. And it’s time we stop settling for surface-level care that ignores the bigger picture.
🎧 Tune in and reclaim your power in the doctor’s office—and beyond.
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) - Intro
(01:05) - Overview of today's episode
(02:36) - What is Evidence Based Care?
(15:22) - How to find Evidence Based Education
(24:58) - The Pro's & Con's of Finding Information on the Internet
(34:30) - What is Informed Consent & How Do You Navigate It?
(45:50) - Medical Gaslighting & How to Deal with It
(01:06:30) - Final thoughts + reminders
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