The Secrets to Strong Self-Advocacy
April 29, 2020
In this episode of the Your Killer Life podcast, Tammey talks about the importance of taking a position on your medical team as you navigate the chaotic medical minefield of breast cancer. Sharing personal experiences and examples, Tammey walks you through ten tips for self-advocacy success.
In this episode of the Your Killer Life podcast, Tammey talks about the importance of taking a position on your medical team as you navigate the chaotic medical minefield of breast cancer. Sharing personal experiences and examples, Tammey walks you through ten tips for self-advocacy success.
“...honor that you are an important part of your healthcare team. You are not along for the ride. You are an active participant.” -Tammey Grable-Woodford Click to tweet
Topics in this Episode:
- Are you sure your nipple hasn't always been inverted?
- When help is more harmful than helpful
- Does your new primary care doctor have experience with breast cancer patients?
- You are the resident expert with your body
- Acknowledging and navigating provider bias
- Research your providers
- Research your diagnosis
- Always take notes
- Get copies of everything - absolutely everything
- Use a medical journal
- Create an appointment action plan
- You can say no
- Escalate as necessary
- You have more control than you might know
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