Episode 105: From White Coat to Hospital Bed: A Doctor's Journey Through Multiple Sclerosis!

What does it take for a doctor to tackle the complexities of medicine, motherhood, and a Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis, all while striving to live her best life?In this episode of the Becoming Immune Confident podcast, host Dr. Kara Wada sits down with Dr. Lisa Doggett, a family physician, writer, and MS patient. They talked about Dr. Doggett's personal journey from physician to patient following her MS diagnosis, the challenges and breakthroughs in MS treatment, the crucial role of lifestyle changes in managing chronic conditions, and the importance of community and support. Dr. Doggett shares her expertise and personal experiences, offering valuable advice for those seeking diagnosis and support.Listen at your favorite podcast platform and learn how embracing a holistic approach to health can transform lives.EPISODE IN A GLANCE-Dr. Lisa Doggett's Journey with Multiple Sclerosis-Understanding Multiple Sclerosis Care & Treatment-Lifestyle changes that combat MS-The Power of Support in Managing Health-Challenges in Healthcare for Chronic Conditions-Diet & Mindfulness: Tools Against MS-Advice for those Seeking Diagnosis and Support-Addressing Time Pressure in Medical Practice-Up the Down Escalator: Medicine, Motherhood, and Multiple SclerosisABOUT LISA DOGGETT, MDLISA DOGGETT, a family physician and writer based in Austin, Texas, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2009. She is passionate about improving care for vulnerable populations and helping people with MS and other chronic conditions live their best lives. She recently joined the MS and Neuroimmunology Center at the University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School as a primary care and lifestyle medicine physician. Doggett is the author of a new memoir, Up the Down Escalator: Medicine, Motherhood, and Multiple Sclerosis.CONNECT WITH LISA DOGGETT, MDGET DR LISA'S BOOK HERE → https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Up-the-Down-Escalator/Lisa-Doggett/9780757324864Website → https://www.lisadoggett.com LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-doggett-md/ Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/lisadoggettmd/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/AuthorLisaDoggett Twitter → https://twitter.com/lisadoggettmd ABOUT DR KARA WADAQuadruple board-certified pediatric and adult allergy immunology & lifestyle medicine physician, Sjogren’s patient and life coach shares her recipe for success combining anti-inflammatory lifestyle, trusting therapeutic relationships, modern medicine & our minds to harness our body’s ability to heal.CONNECT WITH DR WADAWebsite → https://www.drkarawada.com/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/karawadamd/ Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/immuneconfident/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/KaraWadaMD Twitter → https://twitter.com/CrunchyAllergy TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@crunchyallergist SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER → https://www.drkarawada.com/newsletter Get Dr. Kara’s weekly dose of a naturally-minded and scientifically-gro