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.
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Virtual Second Opinions from Cleveland Clinic—Because Time and Quality Matter
mardi 19 novembre 2024 • Durée 25:19
Second opinions decrease the risk of a wrong diagnosis by half. But too often, getting in to see an expert can be so challenging that patients forego this step and rely on the initial diagnosis. In this conversation, Frank McGillin, CEO of The Clinic by Cleveland Clinic talks about how they’ve simplified the process so that patients can quickly get second opinions by experts at the Cleveland Clinic – virtually.
Key Takeaways:
Do your homework. Be clear about what question you are asking. Make sure that you get answers to the issue or questions giving you the most angst.
See an expert. Don’t just see ANY doctor for a 2nd opinion. Select a doctor who is more experienced than the first in treating patients with YOUR condition.
Be loyal to yourself..and your health…not your doctor. If you have more trust and better communication with the doctor offering a 2nd opinion…it is okay to switch your care. You owe it to yourself to get the best care for you.
Links:
The Clinic by Cleveland Clinic: https://www.clinicbyclevelandclinic.com/
Connect with Archelle
Newsletter: https://www.archellemd.com/newsletter
Email: SpeakUpForYourHealth@gmail.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakupforyourhealth
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/speakupforyourhealth
The Role of Guardianship in Complex Healthcare Situations: Juston's Story
mardi 5 novembre 2024 • Durée 30:12
Caregiving isn’t just about caring for older parents. In this conversation, Juston White talks about the steps he took to advocate for his sister’s care when she developed rapidly progressive multiple sclerosis – including becoming her legal guardian. He reflects on the challenges of guardianship and the importance of giving his sister a voice in her care decisions.
Key Takeaway: advocacy often includes addressing more than medical needs
· Establish a relationship with the hospital or health systems case managers and social workers.
· Expand your own definition of advocacy. Legal and financial advocacy can unlock additional benefits.
· Be open to guardianship. While it is a last resort, guardianship may be the best option when advocating for someone with a serious or catastrophic
illness.
Share your story with Archelle
Newsletter: https://www.archellemd.com/newsletter
Email: SpeakUpForYourHealth@gmail.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakupforyourhealth
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/speakupforyourhealth
Prior Authorization Denied? Get This Key Document
mardi 22 octobre 2024 • Durée 26:49
Insurance barriers can delay access to necessary medications. In this conversation, David shares his personal journey with osteoporosis, a condition often perceived as a women's disease, and the challenges he is encountering to get the medication he needs.
Key Takeaways
Men are risk for osteoporosis. It is not just a women's disease.
Be proactive: Routine screening for osteoporosis is not recommended for men. So, men with a family history of osteoporosis and/or fractures after minor trauma should proactively request a bone density text, call a DEXA scan
Always (always) request a copy of a healthcare denial letter. Don't just accept a verbal communication. Insurance companies are required to put every denial in writing and include the contractual reason for the denial.
Share your story with Archelle
Newsletter: https://www.archellemd.com/newsletter
Email: SpeakUpForYourHealth@gmail.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakupforyourhealth
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/speakupforyourhealth
Marielle’s Medical Mystery: 11 Years To A Diagnosis
vendredi 11 octobre 2024 • Durée 28:18
Patients with rare conditions can often wait months or years for a diagnosis. In the meantime, they suffer – wondering if their symptoms are real or in their head. Marielle Lejcher had severe abdominal pain for 11 years before she found one very good doctor who took the time to put all the puzzle pieces together and ordered the right test.
Key Takeaways:
See a specialist. While you should generally start with your primary care physician, see a specialist if they aren't sure about your diagnosis or if your symptoms are getting worse despite treatment.
Self-refer to a specialist (if your PCP doesn't want to refer you). Today, most health insurance plans don't require a referral. So if your PCP doesn't recommend seeing someone else, self-refer. And if that specialist doesn't arrive at a definitive diagnosis, make an appointment with a specialist with different expertise.
Keep a journal. Write down the details about your symptoms. The details matter because a complex diagnosis is like a big puzzle, and the smallest detail can be the missing piece of information that helps the physician suspect an obscure condition.
Share your story with Archelle
Newsletter: https://www.archellemd.com/newsletter
Email: SpeakUpForYourHealth@gmail.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakupforyourhealth
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/speakupforyourhealth
Avoiding Regret: The Power of Informed Consent
mardi 24 septembre 2024 • Durée 33:03
Reading and understanding a medical consent form before you sign it can make the difference between acceptance and regret if you experience a complication. Cris Ross, the CIO of Mayo Clinic, shares his cancer journey and reflects on the complexities of surgery, recovery, and the lessons learned that inspired him to write a book on navigating healthcare.
Key Takeaway: Avoid Regret
Voice your preferences and priorities. You don't need to be a doctor or a healthcare professional, but you need to know enough about your condition and the alternatives to make informed decisions.
Be realistic about the tradeoffs between different decisions. Talk about them with your physician and your family. Deliberating out loud is an effective way to make sure you fully understand the risks and benefits of different alternatives.
Read the consent form. Really read it. Make sure it includes 4 key elements: purpose of the procedure, risks, benefits, and alternatives. For elective surgery, ask for the medical consent form at your pre-op visit so that you can review at home it without feeling rushed to sign it.
"Diagnosed: An Insiders Guide For Your Healthcare Journey" by Cris Ross and Ed Marx is now available on Amazon!
Share your story with Archelle
Newsletter: https://www.archellemd.com/newsletter
Email: SpeakUpForYourHealth@gmail.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakupforyourhealth
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/speakupforyourhealth
Love Meets the Reality of Aging in Place: Archelle’s Caregiving Story (Guest Host, Cathy Wurzer)
mardi 3 septembre 2024 • Durée 38:23
Archelle shares her personal story about the journey as a caregiver for her mother, Tina, who recently passed away. Guest host Cathy Wurzer leads the conversation, where they discuss the tough decisions and emotional challenges that come with caring for aging loved ones. Archelle talks about navigating the balance between honoring a loved one’s wishes and ensuring their safety and highlighting the difficult but loving decision to sometimes say "no" for their well-being.
Key Takeaways
Look for early, subtle changes in personality and decision-making. Use this moment to quietly but actively put plans in place for your loved one and start checking in on them more frequently.
Make sure that healthcare power of attorney documents are signed and accessible. Instead of naming co-decision-makers, it's best to designate a one individual as primary with an alternate in case the primary is unavailable. This helps avoid delays and complexities in making urgent care decisions.
Use technology to help keep your loved one safe. Here's a list of ideas with links:
Amazon's Echo Show: This has all the features of a traditional Alexa and has the added benefit of video. This let me "drop in" to see my mom and talk to her without requiring that she know how to use the technology.
Blink Mini-Cameras: Buy multiple devices and put them in strategic locations. Make sure to buy the data storage plan so that you can review and store clips.
Medical/Safety Alert systems can include a pendant or a smart watch.
Have realistic conversations about "aging in place". Discuss the medical, financial, physical and social implications for everyone who is impacted: the aging individual AND the caregiver(s) who assumes responsibility. Everyone's quality of life matters.
Process for identifying an assisted living:
Week 1: Do online research to identify all the facilities in the area. Read independent reviews.
Week 2: Create a list of important criteria and conduct phone interviews.
Week 3: Visit 4-6 locations.
Week 4: Schedule an extended visit and have a meal at 1-2 locations that seem like the best fit.
MANY thanks to Cathy Wurzer for guest hosting this interview. Cathy has a passion for aging and end of life issues. Learn more about her organization, End in Mind. You can also hear/see Cathy at:
MPR's Morning Edition
Minnesota Now, Cathy's own podcast on MPR
TPT's Almanac
Share your story with Archelle
Newsletter: https://www.archellemd.com/newsletter
Email: SpeakUpForYourHealth@gmail.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakupforyourhealth
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/speakupforyourhealth
A Toast To Life After Trying To Take Mine: Nora's Story
mardi 20 août 2024 • Durée 34:15
Nora Super has struggled with depression for over 30 years. In 2023, she attempted to take her life by suicide – and survived – but with a serious disability. Nora talks openly about her mental health journey, her state of mind during a deep depression, and the treatment that works for her. She also talks about the challenges of living with a disability and her recommendations for supporting patients and caregivers.
Key Takeaways:
Electroconvulsive therapy, ECT, works faster and better than medication for severe depression. If you or someone you love has severe depression or treatment resistant depression, ask the psychiatrist about ECT as an alternative treatment.
If someone close to you attempts to take their life, don't blame yourself. It's highly unlikely that you could have done something to prevent it.
Consider buying long -term health insurance, regardless of your current health status. You're not too young. It can help you afford the non-medical care and services you need to navigate a serious illness or the effects of aging.
If you need mental health help or support, Call or text 988; National Suicide Hotline
Share your story with Archelle
Email: SpeakUpForYourHealth@gmail.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakupforyourhealth
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/speakupforyourhealth
Menopause Unfiltered: The Good, The Bad, and The Personal
mercredi 7 août 2024 • Durée 36:45
Menopause symptoms are more than just hot flashes. Women can experience depression, brain fog, intimacy issues, arthritis and so much more. But too often, women suffer in silence. Tracy Kornet is an Emmy-award winning news anchor on WSMV in Nashville who experienced symptoms for eight years before getting help. She is committed to educating and supporting women so she doesn't hold back on the details when she shares her personal story.
Key Takeaway: Don't Be Silent. Get Help For Menopause
Get help for your symptoms before they disrupt your mood, your sleep, your job, and your relationships.
Communicate with your partner. You are in this together.
Know the facts about hormone replacement therapy before deciding whether or not you want to try it.
Get support from your family, friends, and your employer if necessary. You don't have to be silent. Here's a link to Tracy's support group on Facebook: Are You There, God? It's Me, Menopause.
Share your story with Archelle
Email: SpeakUpForYourHealth@gmail.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakupforyourhealth
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/speakupforyourhealth
Medical Gaslighting in the ER: Sarah's Story
mardi 23 juillet 2024 • Durée 34:31
At 29, Sarah Carthen Watson was only days away from her wedding when she experienced chest pain. Her visit to the ER became a stark example of medical gaslighting, where health care professionals appeared to dismiss or overlook her concerns. Medical gaslighting not only erodes trust but also risks missing diagnoses and delaying treatment.
Key Takeaways
Lean on family and friends for advocacy support.
Be specific about the diagnosis you're most concerned about. Ask: "Has every (reasonable) test been done to make sure I don't have ________?"
If a healthcare professional refuses to do any tests, labs, or x-rays, demand that they document your request and their denial in the electronic health record.
Get in touch with Archelle
Email: SpeakUpForYourHealth@gmail.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakupforyourhealth
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/speakupforyourhealth
Information Blocking By Your Provider Is Illegal (Republished/Updated Episode)
mardi 2 juillet 2024 • Durée 32:10
Over 60% of patients say that having fast electronic access to their complete medical record is important. It is a safety issue, a quality issue and your legal right. The 21st Century Cures Act went into effect in 2021, but the Federal Government just decided on the penalties incurred by providers if they create any unnecessary hassle in making your records available. Kelsey's story is about the hassle she faced in the healthcare system including how hard it was to simply get a copy of her radiology report.
Key Takeaway: Know Your Rights Under the 21st Century Cures Act
Examples of Information Blocking
Requesting lab, xray or biopsy results and being told, "Wait for your next visit so the doctor can discuss it with you."
Lack of access to the clinical notes written about you in the office or hospital by your doctor, specialists or other ancillary providers (ie physical therapist, social work)
Charging excessive fees for access to your medical records. Tip: Request digital/electronic access to information because the "reasonable" cost for paper requests can get pricey.
Delay or refusal to transfer of medical records to another doctor/specialist/provider
What To Do If You Think Information Blocking Is Happening To You
Know how to log in to your healthcare portal
Sign any forms required for sharing/transferring information
Mention your right to information under the 21st Centure Cures Act.
Contact the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) to report potential information blocking. Use the OIG Hotline via the web at https://oig.hhs.gov/fraud/report-fraud/index.asp or by phone at 1-800-HHS-TIPS (1-800-447-8477).
How to get in touch with Archelle
Email: SpeakUpForYourHealth@gmail.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakupforyourhealth
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/speakupforyourhealth
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