1. I have a chronic condition that causes physical pain. I’ve had it since I was 10 years old. I know exactly what I need and how to treat it. But I can’t see the specialist I need until I get referred by a doctor who knows nothing about me. 🙄
    1. …in reply to @MinaMarkham
      This is probably what I hate most about moving cities: vetting a new medical team. I won’t tolerate being talked down to about my own health, which eliminates a lot of people.
  1. …in reply to @MinaMarkham
    The last time I had an amazing team of doctors that listened to and advocated for me was when I lived in Dallas. And they were all Black women. That’s not a coincidence.