Medical Gaslighting: Advocating for Women

Soma Says

In this episode of 'Soma Says', Dr. Soma interviews Dr. Heather Hinshelwood, an emergency medicine physician with a Navy background and expertise in integrative and functional medicine. Dr. H shares her journey from treating trauma in the ER to her current practice in South Carolina, focused on restorative health. They discuss the importance of tackling root health issues, effective patient communication, and advocating for women's health, especially around hormone replacement therapy (HRT). They also touch on the socioeconomic and racial disparities in healthcare, emphasizing the need for a holistic, patient-centered approach to treatment. Dr. H provides practical tools for women to advocate for their health and the value of integrating strength training and intermittent fasting into their routines. 00:00 Introduction and Disclaimer 00:47 Meet Dr. Heather Hinshelwood 01:25 Dr. H's Medical Journey 03:17 Transition to Functional Medicine 04:58 Integrative Approach at the Fraum Center for Restorative Health 07:58 Controlled Substance-Free Practice 10:01 Addressing Mental Health 11:44 Challenges Faced by Women and People of Color in Healthcare 18:55 The Importance of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) 23:51 Empowering Patients to Advocate for Themselves 36:18 Practical Tools for Better Health 38:37 Conclusion and Contact Information You can find Dr. Hinshelwood at: http://fraum.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/Heather%20%E2%80%9CDr%20H%E2%80%9D%20(MD,%20FACEP)%20Hinshelwood