From Medical Gaslighting to a Sjogren’s Diagnosis: Dr. Rebecca Hosey’s Story

Cheryl and Dr. Hosey delve into the importance of accepting the unpredictability of life with chronic illness and redefining what constitutes a "normal" life. This includes a discussion about resilience, mindfulness, and the potential for personal growth in the face of chronic health struggles.Dr. Hosey's shares how she turned her pain into purpose, referencing her upcoming book, 'Girl on a Gurney: Trading my White Coat for a Hospital Gown’. She also provides tangible solutions for medical gaslighting, including medical student education in this phenomenon.** Medical disclaimer:All content found on Arthritis Life public channels was created for generalized informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Episode Sponsors** Episode SponsorRheum to THRIVE, an online course and support program Cheryl created to help people with rheumatic disease go from overwhelmed, confused and alone to confident, supported and connected. See all the details and join the program or waitlist now!*For full episode show notes, go to the show page on the Arthritis Life website at: https://arthritis.theenthusiasticlife.com/2024/01/05/from-medical-gaslighting-to-a-sjogrens-diagnosis-dr-rebecca-hoseys-story/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.