Medical gaslighting: How dismissing patient concerns harms patients with chronic illnesses

Join us as we discuss with family physician Lisa Baron the pervasive issue of medical gaslighting, particularly in women seeking care for chronic illnesses. We'll delve into the consequences of dismissing symptoms and the importance of validating patient concerns. We'll also explore the role of social media in connecting patients with support and treatment options, as well as steps doctors can take to improve their bedside manner and rebuild trust with patients who have been gaslit in the past.

Lisa Baron is a family physician.

She shares her story and discusses her KevinMD article, "Gaslighting and dismissal: the consequences of invalidating patients’ concerns."

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