How My Mom Saved Me: The Power of Patient Advocacy



Facing a cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming. In “The Truth About Chemo: What You Need to Know,” Mark Gilfix shares his personal journey from shock to empowerment with the support of his mother, Myra Gerson Gilfix, a healthcare advocacy expert. Together, they navigated the complexities of treatment options, emphasizing the importance of having a knowledgeable advocate by your side. Discover how Myra’s expertise in patient advocacy and their network of medical professionals helped them question standard chemo recommendations, ultimately leading to informed decisions that prioritized Mark’s health and well-being. This video offers valuable insights into the critical role of asking the right questions and trusting your instincts when dealing with serious medical diagnoses. It’s a testament to the power of advocacy and informed decision-making in healthcare. Join Mark and Myra as they highlight the importance of understanding treatment options and making choices that are right for you.

CHAPTERS:
00:00 – Intro
01:17 – Effective Healthcare Advocacy
04:38 – Attending Meetings as a Healthcare Advocate
08:03 – Note-Taking Strategies
09:52 – Subscribing to UpToDate
10:01 – Finding Moss Reports
11:04 – Importance of Second Opinions
13:02 – Trusting Yourself in Healthcare
16:39 – Thank You Mom

This video is presented for educational purposes only. It is not meant to provide legal advice. For us to provide you with legal advice, we need to meet with you to understand your specific issues.

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