38 min
46. The Healthcare System Is Broken, Especially For Women With Susan Salenger, Author of Sidelined Too Young To Be Old with Diane Gilman, The Queen of Jeans
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- Health & Fitness
The healthcare system in the US is broken. But did you know it is more broken for certain people? As a woman your chances of not being treated for heart attack symptoms are higher than if a man presented with the same symptoms. And that is just the tip of the iceberg. In this episode Diane Gilman speaks with Susan Salenger, an anthropologist and author of the eye-opening book, Sidelined: How Women Can Navigate a Broken Healthcare System. Together, they delve into the prevalent issue of female inequality in medical care and the urgent need for women over 50 to take charge of their health.
Challenging Medical DecisionsSusan shares her personal experiences with doctors overriding her medical decisions, setting the stage for her later exploration into the impact of hysterectomies on women who felt they didn't need them. Diane, reflecting on her own elective hysterectomy, adds a personal touch to the discussion, raising questions about the medical decisions women face as they age.
Medicare Struggles and Broken SystemsDiane candidly recounts her struggles with Medicare, highlighting red tape, administrative errors, and a lack of communication. This sparks a conversation about the broken healthcare system, prompting Susan to address gender bias in healthcare and its implications.
Gender Bias in HealthcareDiane and Susan discuss a revealing study where identical heart attack symptoms presented to medical staff resulted in different treatments based on gender. Susan emphasizes the importance of advocating for oneself, sharing insights on navigating the system and the need for an EKG, even if doctors dismiss symptoms.
Women's Socialization and HealthcareExploring societal influences, Susan and Diane explore how women have been socialized to prioritize others before themselves, impacting their approach to healthcare. The recent changes in reproductive rights, particularly the striking down of Roe versus Wade, add a new layer to gender bias.
Systemic Issues, Not Individual DoctorsSusan clarifies that the problem lies in the healthcare system, not individual doctors. She highlights unconscious biases and broken research and protocols as the root causes of gender disparities. Emphasizing the importance of personal health for improved parenting, Susan encourages taking charge of one's well-being.
Exercise and Proactive HealthcareThe conversation turns to the benefits of exercise, with Diane and Susan sharing their personal experiences. Diane, citing the impact on cancer risk reduction, voices her frustration with the medical community's reactive rather than proactive approach to healthcare. Susan's book reveals that women are often prescribed more drugs than men, prompting a discussion on communication differences and drug prescriptions.
Take Charge of Your HealthAs the episode concludes, Susan delivers a powerful message—emphasizing the significance of taking charge of one's health, conducting personal research, and trusting your intuition. The episode serves as a rallying call for women over 50 to navigate the broken healthcare system with knowledge and empowerment.
Susan’s detailsWebsite: https://www.susansalenger.com/
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Sidelined-Women-Manage-Mismanage-Health/dp/1647424011/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=
Tiktok: @grandma.gains
Instagram: @susansalenger and @shewritesdotcom
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/suesalenger/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/susansalenger
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-salenger-a4a02716/
Connect with DianeFacebook, Instagram, Tiktok and Youtube: @thedianegilman
Website: thedianegilman.com
The healthcare system in the US is broken. But did you know it is more broken for certain people? As a woman your chances of not being treated for heart attack symptoms are higher than if a man presented with the same symptoms. And that is just the tip of the iceberg. In this episode Diane Gilman speaks with Susan Salenger, an anthropologist and author of the eye-opening book, Sidelined: How Women Can Navigate a Broken Healthcare System. Together, they delve into the prevalent issue of female inequality in medical care and the urgent need for women over 50 to take charge of their health.
Challenging Medical DecisionsSusan shares her personal experiences with doctors overriding her medical decisions, setting the stage for her later exploration into the impact of hysterectomies on women who felt they didn't need them. Diane, reflecting on her own elective hysterectomy, adds a personal touch to the discussion, raising questions about the medical decisions women face as they age.
Medicare Struggles and Broken SystemsDiane candidly recounts her struggles with Medicare, highlighting red tape, administrative errors, and a lack of communication. This sparks a conversation about the broken healthcare system, prompting Susan to address gender bias in healthcare and its implications.
Gender Bias in HealthcareDiane and Susan discuss a revealing study where identical heart attack symptoms presented to medical staff resulted in different treatments based on gender. Susan emphasizes the importance of advocating for oneself, sharing insights on navigating the system and the need for an EKG, even if doctors dismiss symptoms.
Women's Socialization and HealthcareExploring societal influences, Susan and Diane explore how women have been socialized to prioritize others before themselves, impacting their approach to healthcare. The recent changes in reproductive rights, particularly the striking down of Roe versus Wade, add a new layer to gender bias.
Systemic Issues, Not Individual DoctorsSusan clarifies that the problem lies in the healthcare system, not individual doctors. She highlights unconscious biases and broken research and protocols as the root causes of gender disparities. Emphasizing the importance of personal health for improved parenting, Susan encourages taking charge of one's well-being.
Exercise and Proactive HealthcareThe conversation turns to the benefits of exercise, with Diane and Susan sharing their personal experiences. Diane, citing the impact on cancer risk reduction, voices her frustration with the medical community's reactive rather than proactive approach to healthcare. Susan's book reveals that women are often prescribed more drugs than men, prompting a discussion on communication differences and drug prescriptions.
Take Charge of Your HealthAs the episode concludes, Susan delivers a powerful message—emphasizing the significance of taking charge of one's health, conducting personal research, and trusting your intuition. The episode serves as a rallying call for women over 50 to navigate the broken healthcare system with knowledge and empowerment.
Susan’s detailsWebsite: https://www.susansalenger.com/
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Sidelined-Women-Manage-Mismanage-Health/dp/1647424011/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=
Tiktok: @grandma.gains
Instagram: @susansalenger and @shewritesdotcom
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/suesalenger/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/susansalenger
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-salenger-a4a02716/
Connect with DianeFacebook, Instagram, Tiktok and Youtube: @thedianegilman
Website: thedianegilman.com
38 min