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Alok Patel MD, and Sheena Williams, RN take to the streets to ask people, “Do You Lie to Your Doctor?” We’ll reveal the most common lies and why they’re so dangerous to your health. You’ll learn ways to openly communicate with your physician, so you can have a more candid and healthy doctor-patient relationship.
Fun Fact: A recent survey finds that nearly a quarter of American patients say they regularly lie to their doctor. That number may even be higher because let’s be honest, who knows how many people lie on these surveys!
🩺🥼 Vitals is a series that’s taking a new approach to health and medicine. Hosts Alok Patel, MD and Sheena Williams RN are going beyond the headlines to answer your questions on the latest health topics. No judgment, no taboos. Just 100% science-based information. Whether you want to improve your wellness or just want to tackle questions you’re too embarrassed to ask, we’re here for you.
Please SUBSCRIBE! ►► bit.ly/pbsvitals
Let’s Connect:
IG: instagram.com/pbsvitals
Twitter: twitter.com/pbsvitals
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Find our experts and hosts:
:: Dr. Alok Patel ::
Website: http://alokpatelmd.com
Twitter: @AlokPatelMD
Instagram: @alokpatelmd
:: Sheena William, RN ::
Twitter: @Keepingitkinky1
Instagram: @keepingitkinky
🦴Bone up on more info:
What medically relevant information do patients withhold from their clinicians, and why do they do so?
doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2018.5293
Even with confidentiality laws protecting them, many patients still feel the need to keep things from their doctors—or lie to them outright.
termlife2go.com/lying-to-your-doctor
As many as 80 percent of those surveyed admitted they have not been forthcoming with their doctors about information that could be relevant to their health.
cbc.ca/radio/whitecoat/have-you-ever-lied-to-your-doctor-you-re-not-alone-1.4929838
Ensure your voice is heard and concerns addressed during those 15 minutes.
health.usnews.com/health-care/patient-advice/articles/how-to-talk-so-your-doctor-will-listen
Alok Patel MD, and Sheena Williams, RN take to the streets to ask people, “Do You Lie to Your Doctor?” We’ll reveal the most common lies and why they’re so dangerous to your health. You’ll learn ways to openly communicate with your physician, so you can have a more candid and healthy doctor-patient relationship.
Fun Fact: A recent survey finds that nearly a quarter of American patients say they regularly lie to their doctor. That number may even be higher because let’s be honest, who knows how many people lie on these surveys!
🩺🥼 Vitals is a series that’s taking a new approach to health and medicine. Hosts Alok Patel, MD and Sheena Williams RN are going beyond the headlines to answer your questions on the latest health topics. No judgment, no taboos. Just 100% science-based information. Whether you want to improve your wellness or just want to tackle questions you’re too embarrassed to ask, we’re here for you.
Please SUBSCRIBE! ►► bit.ly/pbsvitals
Let’s Connect:
IG: instagram.com/pbsvitals
Twitter: twitter.com/pbsvitals
Facebook: facebook.com/pbsvitals
Find our experts and hosts:
:: Dr. Alok Patel ::
Website: http://alokpatelmd.com
Twitter: @AlokPatelMD
Instagram: @alokpatelmd
:: Sheena William, RN ::
Twitter: @Keepingitkinky1
Instagram: @keepingitkinky
🦴Bone up on more info:
What medically relevant information do patients withhold from their clinicians, and why do they do so?
doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2018.5293
Even with confidentiality laws protecting them, many patients still feel the need to keep things from their doctors—or lie to them outright.
termlife2go.com/lying-to-your-doctor
As many as 80 percent of those surveyed admitted they have not been forthcoming with their doctors about information that could be relevant to their health.
cbc.ca/radio/whitecoat/have-you-ever-lied-to-your-doctor-you-re-not-alone-1.4929838
Ensure your voice is heard and concerns addressed during those 15 minutes.
health.usnews.com/health-care/patient-advice/articles/how-to-talk-so-your-doctor-will-listen
