105: It Takes Two to Gaslight with Dr. E: A New Way to Understand Medical Dismissal
Hormones, Metabolism & You!Show Notes
You’ve been told everything is “normal”… but you know something isn’t right. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Efrat LaMandre to unpack one of the most frustrating and isolating experiences in healthcare today: medical gaslighting. We dive into what it actually is, why it happens more often than we think, and the deeper systemic patterns inside medicine that lead providers to dismiss symptoms when labs don’t tell the full story. This is not about blaming doctors, it is about understanding the gap between patient experience and clinical training so we can start to bridge it.
Together, we explore the hidden dynamics at play in the exam room, from the limitations of evidence-based medicine to the influence of pharmaceutical-driven research and the rigid frameworks many providers are trained within. We also get into the powerful mindset shifts that can completely change how you navigate your own health journey, including how to advocate for yourself without burning bridges and why “normal” results don’t always mean optimal health. If you’ve ever felt dismissed, confused, or like you’re falling through the cracks of the system, this conversation will open your eyes and give you a new lens to move forward with clarity and confidence.
Topics We Cover in This Episode:
Why “normal labs” can still leave you feeling anything but normal
The surprising truth behind what medical gaslighting actually is
What’s really happening in a provider’s mind during your appointment
The hidden limitations of evidence-based medicine no one talks about
How patient expectations can unintentionally shape the outcome of a visit
The difference between ruling things out and truly getting answers
A powerful analogy that will completely reframe your healthcare experience
The subtle ways you can advocate for yourself more effectively
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