Medical Gaslighting

If you've gone to the doctor only to be told that your concerns aren't serious or that you're "just stressed," you aren't alone. This unfortunately common behavior, sometimes called medical gaslighting, leaves patients — especially women — feeling dismissed. And it can cause them to minimize or ignore what may be very real, painful, and even dangerous symptoms. Retired physical and professor Dr. Kristy Freeman-Woods, MD joins Dr. Veita Bland, MD to discuss the 5 common signs of medical gaslighting and what to do about it.  Find more great content on our website www.drblandradio.com