Most people assume their doctor has all the answers. But the truth is, the system is rushed, reactive, and designed for pills and procedures, not prevention. In this episode, Andrew and Kat share how to advocate for yourself inside a broken healthcare system without being “that difficult patient.” You’ll learn: How to prepare for appointments so you actually get answersWhat questions to ask when tests, meds, or surgeries are suggestedHow to know when to get a second opinionEvidence-backed e...
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Most people assume their doctor has all the answers. But the truth is, the system is rushed, reactive, and designed for pills and procedures, not prevention. In this episode, Andrew and Kat share how to advocate for yourself inside a broken healthcare system without being “that difficult patient.” You’ll learn: How to prepare for appointments so you actually get answersWhat questions to ask when tests, meds, or surgeries are suggestedHow to know when to get a second opinionEvidence-backed e...
Functional Health: The Path to Feeling Like Yourself Again - Why Isn’t It Mainstream? l 42
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2 months ago
Functional Health: The Path to Feeling Like Yourself Again - Why Isn’t It Mainstream? l 42
Perhaps you’ve heard “everything looks fine," but you still don't feel like yourself. Or maybe you want to be more proactive and not only see your provider when you're sick or in need of medication. In this episode, we break down why functional medicine - an approach designed to get to the root of your symptoms - isn’t mainstream. From insurance models that reward quick visits, to pharma-funded research, to the branding problem that makes “functional” sound woo-woo, we unpac...
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Most people assume their doctor has all the answers. But the truth is, the system is rushed, reactive, and designed for pills and procedures, not prevention. In this episode, Andrew and Kat share how to advocate for yourself inside a broken healthcare system without being “that difficult patient.” You’ll learn: How to prepare for appointments so you actually get answersWhat questions to ask when tests, meds, or surgeries are suggestedHow to know when to get a second opinionEvidence-backed e...
