Best Archelle Georgiou Podcasts (2024)

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Information Blocking By Your Provider Is Illegal (Republished/Updated Episode) 31:25

2d ago31:25

31:25

Over 60% of patients say that having fast electronic access to their complete medical record is important. It is a safety issue, a quality issue and your legal right. The 21st Century Cures Act went into effect in 2021, but the Federal Government just decided on the penalties incurred by providers if they create any unnecessary hassle in making you…

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Experiencing Unconscious Bias From Your Provider? Storytelling Can Help 28:35

16d ago28:35

28:35

In this episode, the guest, Eyenga Bokamba, shares how she advocated for her mother who was diagnosed with multiple myeloma. When Eyenga sensed that negative stereotyping was limiting her mom’s treatment options, she used storytelling to help the care team “see” her mom beyond just the diagnosis. Key takeaways: · You are ALWAYS more than your diagn…

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“I felt unheard by my provider”: Advice For Patients’ Most Common Complaint 34:01

1M ago34:01

34:01

In this conversation, Archelle speaks with Kelly and Michelle – two women who share their stories about feeling dismissed by their providers. Then Dr. Karen Lawson offers advice on how they to navigate these interactions. Key Takeaways: Use Non-Violent Communication Techniques 4 Steps of Non-Violent Communication Describe objective observations. Ex…

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Don’t Hesitate Getting A 2nd (3rd, 4th or 8th!) Medical Opinion 31:13

2M ago31:13

31:13

Getting a second opinion can give you peace of mind that a diagnosis is right and that you know all the possible treatment options. In this episode, John talks about his journey with prostate cancer and the steps he took to get multiple second opinions before selecting the treatment that felt right for him. Was it hard? Yes. Was it worth the effort…

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Embracing Career Plan B When A Chronic Condition Interferes with Plan A 30:06

2M ago30:06

30:06

Many medical condition aren't life-threatening – but they can be life-altering. An injury, infertility, or sometimes, something as simple as a medication can be a barrier to to the life you imagined for yourself. How do you re-imagine a different future and not only survive, but thrive? Dr. Herman Williams survived a cardiac arrest when he was 31. …

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Living Fully: Roxane's Inspirational Goodbye 25:38

3M ago25:38

25:38

Roxane has been on a nine month journey with pancreatic cancer and now has only days or weeks to live. She explains why she chose to get aggressive treatment early on and later decided to stop treatment and transition to hospice. Roxane's story and optimistic outlook are uplifting because she is living every moment...while she's dying. Key Takeaway…

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Overcoming Weight Bias: A Clinical Psychologist’s Perspective 31:30

3M ago31:30

31:30

Is obesity a mental health issue? Is it “right” for people to take the new obesity drugs if they aren’t obese but simply want to lose weight? This episode is not a patient story, but the perspective and experience of a clinical health psychologist who specializes in eating and weight-related issues. Dr. Robyn Pashby talks about the vicious shame-bl…

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Ozempic: Miracle Drug or Lifestyle Crutch? Joe’s Story 29:58

4M ago29:58

29:58

Doctors often talk about the medical complications associated with obesity, but it's rare to hear from patients about their experience with this condition and how hard it is to navigate through the healthcare system. In this episode, Joe shares his story about finding the right medical care (including the use of weight loss drugs) and losing over 1…

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SUFYH: First 10 Episodes Recap (and what I learned) 16:58

4M ago16:58

16:58

Listening to guest's stories taught Archelle even more about how to advocate. Key takeaways from the first 10 episodes of Speak Up For Your Health. Links Email: speakupforyourhealth@gmail.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakupforyourhealth Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/speakupforyourhealth…

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Challenging Standard Birth Practices: Georgia’s Story 33:55

5M ago33:55

33:55

Is childbirth a natural event for moms to direct...or a medical situation for doctors to control? Georgia, a labor and delivery nurse, had the experience to know how she wanted to deliver her own children, but it took a few rounds of advocating before she got it. Links: https://www.who.int/news/item/15-02-2018-individualized-supportive-care-key-to-…

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The Twists, Turns & Complexities of Cancer Treatment 29:16

5M ago29:16

29:16

A new cancer diagnosis often comes with shock, fear, and then dozens of micro-decisions. They range from “Do I need a second opinion?“ to “Is there something less aggressive we can try first?” And, for some, "This isn't the treatment response we expected, now what?" Some patients weigh in on every decision; others defer to their doctors. At age 42,…

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Not Afraid to Ruffle Feathers: Kris' Story (Part 2) 26:09

5M ago26:09

26:09

Each year, 400,000 hospitalized patients experience some type of preventable harm – and this does not include the near misses that don't result in a negative event. In Part 2, Kris kept a close eye on Dave's care even though he was stable, and she didn't hesitate to ruffle some feathers when preventable harm made her lose trust. Key Takeaway: Keep …

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The Choices I Made Determined My Husbands Survival: Kris’ Story (Part 1) 27:02

6M ago27:02

27:02

Do health care "miracles" actually exist? Or, are they the result of quick action and persistent advocacy? Kris and Dave, both 53, were enjoying their favorite TV show when Dave had a sudden cardiac arrest. Kris' choices - in that moment and during the next 2 months – determined Dave's fate. Key Takeaway: Plan, Do, Act Get CPR certified. Studies co…

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Cut the Red Tape: Get X-Ray Results…Now! 29:47

6M ago29:47

29:47

The complexity of the healthcare system often results in miscommunication, difficulty obtaining medical records, and delays in care. Kelsey shares her frustrating experience when she had a bout of abdominal pain but finally broke through the bureaucracy to get the surgery she needed. Key Takeaway: Escalate You have a right to all your medical recor…

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Jumping Through Passion & Pain: Amanda’s Choice 30:53

7M ago30:53

30:53

What would you do if an activity that gives you an incredible amount of joy is also the root cause of your serious injury? How do you explain to your surgeon that you really, REALLY want to get back in the ring and you want him to support you through it? This is the challenge that today's guest was able to navigate. Amanda's story begins with debil…

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When It Comes To Medical Care, Sometimes Less Is More 24:38

7M ago24:38

24:38

Advocating for the medical care you want doesn't always translate into getting the medical care you need. This is what Lynn learned (the hard way) when she developed a rash and kept asking her doctor to prescribe medications that would "fix it". Key Takeaway: Sometimes Less Medical Care Is More Adverse drug events cause approximately 1.3 million em…

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1 Patient. 2 Doctors. 2 Different Opinions 28:51

8M ago28:51

28:51

Medicine is a science and an art, and this means that doctors can have vastly different recommendations about how to treat a condition. This is the situation Brigid faced when she was admitted with a wildly abnormal heart rhythm. Whose advice did she follow? How did she decide? Key Takeaway: Know the WHY Record conversations with your doctors, PAs,…

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Confront Arrogance 31:59

8M ago31:59

31:59

Vicki was really, really sick after her cancer surgery. Her doctor – arrogant and dismissive – wasn't listening to her symptoms. Fear, combined with anger, gave Vicki the courage to stand up to him. Key Takeaway: Confront arrogance. If anger is the trigger for finding your voice, try to quickly turn that anger into preparing for your medical visits…

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Doctors Make Mistakes. If You Think Something’s Not Right... .Say Something 32:58

9M ago32:58

32:58

A young college student needed contraception. She'd done her research, was sure about her preferences and adamant about what she wanted. Her doctor agreed but almost made a mistake that would have resulted in long-term side effects. A few years later, she was just as adamant about her pregnancy delivery preferences. Key Takeaway: See Something…Say …

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Archelle Georgiou Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Speak Up For Your Health

Archelle Georgiou, MD

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Information Blocking By Your Provider Is Illegal (Republished/Updated Episode) 31:25

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Experiencing Unconscious Bias From Your Provider? Storytelling Can Help 28:35

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“I felt unheard by my provider”: Advice For Patients’ Most Common Complaint 34:01

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Don’t Hesitate Getting A 2nd (3rd, 4th or 8th!) Medical Opinion 31:13

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Embracing Career Plan B When A Chronic Condition Interferes with Plan A 30:06

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Living Fully: Roxane's Inspirational Goodbye 25:38

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Overcoming Weight Bias: A Clinical Psychologist’s Perspective 31:30

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Ozempic: Miracle Drug or Lifestyle Crutch? Joe’s Story 29:58

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SUFYH: First 10 Episodes Recap (and what I learned) 16:58

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Challenging Standard Birth Practices: Georgia’s Story 33:55

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The Twists, Turns & Complexities of Cancer Treatment 29:16

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Not Afraid to Ruffle Feathers: Kris' Story (Part 2) 26:09

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The Choices I Made Determined My Husbands Survival: Kris’ Story (Part 1) 27:02

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Cut the Red Tape: Get X-Ray Results…Now! 29:47

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Jumping Through Passion & Pain: Amanda’s Choice 30:53

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When It Comes To Medical Care, Sometimes Less Is More 24:38

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1 Patient. 2 Doctors. 2 Different Opinions 28:51

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Confront Arrogance 31:59

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Doctors Make Mistakes. If You Think Something’s Not Right... .Say Something 32:58

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