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EPISODE · Jan 10, 2025 · 55 MIN

Prescription for Survival: Be the CEO of Your Health!

from Soma Says · host Soma Mandal, MD

Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@SomaMandalsays/videos   In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma welcomes Dana E. Sherwin, founder of The Thinking Patient, to discuss the importance of patient advocacy, communication, and preparation in healthcare. Dana shares insights from her 35-year career in healthcare administration and personal experiences with a chronic illness. The conversation highlights strategies for improving patient-doctor interactions, the significance of asking the right questions, and the critical role of patients in their own healthcare. Dana also emphasizes the need for better integration of resources and support systems from healthcare providers and employers to enhance patient care.     00:00 Introduction and Disclaimer 00:43 Meet Dana E. Sherwin 01:36 Dana's Background and Career 08:46 Personal Health Journey 15:21 The Thinking Patient Framework 20:37 Challenges in Healthcare 27:26 The Importance of Medication Reconciliation 28:54 Effective Question Asking in Medical Appointments 29:40 Research Insights on Patient Preparedness 30:35 Three Key Questions for Better Health Outcomes 32:36 Patient Advocacy and Communication Strategies 34:58 Navigating Doctor-Patient Relationships 42:41 The Role of Employers in Healthcare 43:47 Future of Healthcare: Technology and Integration 51:34 Concluding Thoughts and Resources   How to learn more about Dana E. Sherwin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/desherwin/ Learn more about Dana's consulting firm: https://www.thethinkingpatient.com/  

Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@SomaMandalsays/videos   In this episode of Soma Says, Dr. Soma welcomes Dana E. Sherwin, founder of The Thinking Patient, to discuss the importance of patient advocacy, communication, and preparation in healthcare. Dana shares insights from her 35-year career in healthcare administration and personal experiences with a chronic illness. The conversation highlights strategies for improving patient-doctor interactions, the significance of asking the right questions, and the critical role of patients in their own healthcare. Dana also emphasizes the need for better integration of resources and support systems from healthcare providers and employers to enhance patient care.     00:00 Introduction and Disclaimer 00:43 Meet Dana E. Sherwin 01:36 Dana's Background and Career 08:46 Personal Health Journey 15:21 The Thinking Patient Framework 20:37 Challenges in Healthcare 27:26 The Importance of Medication Reconciliation 28:54 Effective Question Asking in Medical Appointments 29:40 Research Insights on Patient Preparedness 30:35 Three Key Questions for Better Health Outcomes 32:36 Patient Advocacy and Communication Strategies 34:58 Navigating Doctor-Patient Relationships 42:41 The Role of Employers in Healthcare 43:47 Future of Healthcare: Technology and Integration 51:34 Concluding Thoughts and Resources   How to learn more about Dana E. Sherwin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/desherwin/ Learn more about Dana's consulting firm: https://www.thethinkingpatient.com/

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