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Dr. Ibekie's Story on How she Overcame the Challenges of Treating her Mysterious Chronic Pain
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Chronic pain is an epidemic that over two billion people suffer from globally. It's sneaky, it's tricky to treat, AND it's often dismissed...even if you are a doctor! Join us as our host, Dr. Dionne Ibekie opens up about her frightening medical journey when she suddenly developed unexplainable, excruciating pain that left her disabled. An otherwise healthy young doctor and mom had her entire world turned upside down in a matter of months by this invisible disease. Despite being a doctor, she struggled to navigate the healthcare system as a patient. If you've ever suffered from "invisible" pain, felt dismissed by the system, or just want to hear a raw and real story this episode is for you!
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Chapters
1. Introduction to Pain and Its Complexities (00:00:00)
2. Dionne's Personal Pain Journey Begins (00:02:14)
3. Emergency Room Experience and Initial Diagnosis (00:12:09)
4. Navigating Misdiagnosis and Seeking Second Opinions (00:18:42)
5. Treatment Attempts and Ongoing Struggles (00:23:43)
6. Navigating Pain Management and Medical Bias (00:33:01)
7. The Role of Advocacy in Healthcare (00:39:56)
8. Mental Health and Coping Strategies (00:46:24)
9. Lessons Learned: The Patient Experience (00:51:56)
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