Wondering about how to build a plan for addressing low bone density with your doctor as a confident advocate, versus a passive recipient?
Curious about the most common mistakes women make when building a healthcare plan with their doctors?
Want to know the best way to find the most competent doctors in your area?
Then don't miss this episode!
I sit down with Susan Salenger, healthcare researcher and author of the book, Sidelined: How Women Manage & Mismanage Their Health, and we unpack the common obstacles women face in the healthcare system and how to overcome them.
This episode will open your eyes AND encourage you to advocate for yourself - listen or watch today!
Episode Details
Episode Timeline
- 0:00 Episode start
- 3:08 Susan s story and what prompted her to write Sidelined
- 7:13 How did you put together your focus groups and what did you learn?
- 10:04 Many women are so proactive when it comes to their health. Why do you find they have trouble getting the most effective healthcare?
- 14:15 Common hurdles women need to overcome to improve their healthcare?
- 21:12 What s the best way to find the most competent doctors? How should women do their due diligence?
- 23:52 What are your favorite tips for women who want to better manage their health and decision-making capabilities?
- 26:45 What has this book taught you about yourself?
- 29:27 Where can people find Susan Salenger?
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About the guest
Susan Salenger is the author and researcher behind Sidelined, How Women Manage & Mismanage Their Health. Sidelined examines the many ways in which some women manage and sometimes mismanage their healthcare.
Susan explores how women, typically the medical gatekeepers for their families, tend to be extremely conscientious about taking care of themselves, yet at the same time inadvertently undermine their own care. They often hesitate to call the doctor when they don’t feel well and worry that their doctor visit will take time away from their families or work. They may hesitate to ask doctors the necessary questions and don’t always comply with the doctor’s instructions. Salenger’s research reveals how conflicted many women are about the medical decisions they ultimately make.
Born and raised in Los Angeles, Susan attended UCLA to study English. After graduation, she worked alongside her husband Fred for 25 years at their production company, Salenger Films, which produced corporate training and development films distributed worldwide. Today, at age 80, Susan lives in Northern California to be near her incredible family which includes her two daughters, four grandchildren, a cat named Max and a dog named JD (Salenger). When she is not speaking about her book or spending time with family and friends, you will find Susan powerlifting to stay in shape.
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