Self Advocacy Episodes

Self advocacy is rapidly becoming a necessary role of the patient.
Ep 31 How to Find a Doctor
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April 28, 2026

Ep 31 How to Find a Doctor

It can be so challenging to find a primary care doctor these days. I'll review types of providers, what to look for and where to find them.
Ep 30 Prevent Illness in the First Place
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April 14, 2026

Ep 30 Prevent Illness in the First Place

Date: 4/15/26 Name of podcast: Dr. Patient Episode title and number: 30 Prevent Illness in the First Place Episode summary: Preventive healthcare involves trying to keep illness from occurring, and trying to catch diseases early on in their process. It has a long history of success as an overall health approach, but less and less adults in the US are utilizing it and seeing a primary care provider. This episode reviews what preventive healthcare entails and addresses some of the more c...
Ep 29 Hospital Discharge Survival Guide
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March 18, 2026

Ep 29 Hospital Discharge Survival Guide

Date: 3/18/26 Name of podcast: Dr. Patient Episode title and number: 29 Hospital Discharge Survival Guide Episode summary: Getting discharged from the hospital can be easy or confusing, depending on many factors: the complexity of your illness, the communication skills of the hospital and its staff, how well you understand the instructions given, and more. Today's episode covers some of the common pitfalls and gives tips on how to prepare for a hospital discharge. Podcast website: www.drpatientp...