Episode 36
How the healthcare system can keep you stuck—and how to advocate for yourself with Claudia Cometa
In this episode of Season of Stuck, Deanna sits down with Claudia Cometa, a patient advocate and founder of PEACE Advocacy Group. During their conversation, Claudia and Deanna explore how the current healthcare system can leave patients feeling stuck and overwhelmed—and what people can do to advocate for themselves and get the care they need (and get unstuck in the process). From the challenges of accessibility to the importance of finding the right medical team to how to better communicate with healthcare providers, Claudia shares valuable insights on navigating the system.
Tune in to learn about:
Why the healthcare system can feel like "landing on another planet"—and how to navigate it
How to build a medical team that aligns with your health goals and values
Practical communication strategies to make the most of your limited time with providers
How to bridge Western medicine with complementary approaches to health
“You are an equivalent expert on your body. There is no amount of book work that your physician can do to know what’s happening in your body and the changes you’re noticing, you’re the only one who has lived in that body.”
About the guest:
Claudia Cometa is a patient advocate, pharmacist, author, and founder of PEACE Advocacy Group. After navigating the healthcare system to support her father during his lymphoma diagnosis and treatment, she made a heart-centered career shift from traditional pharmacy to patient advocacy. She is also the author of "Patient Empower Thyself” and host of the Hearstorming Healthcare podcast.
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