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Speak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthMy Daughter's Misdiagnosis; My Own Health Advocacy Wake-Up CallWhen my daughter Zoe was 11, what seemed like a simple ankle injury became a seven-year journey marked by pain, misdiagnoses, and uncertainty. Despite having two physician parents who did their best to advocate for her, we trusted what we were told and waited far too long to seek a second opinion. In this episode, Zoe shares her story—from the emotional toll of being sidelined as a teenager to the surgery that finally changed everything. Along the way, we talk about the lessons she learned about self-advocacy, communicating clearly with healthcare providers, and why believing in yourself is just as...2025-07-1531 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthYoung Mom. Surgeon. Stage 4 Cancer. Now What?Dr. Susan MacDonald—a 42-year-old urologist, professor, and mother of two—found a lump in her breast and just two weeks later she was diagnosed with Stage 4 breast cancer. The diagnosis was rare and devastating, with cancer in both breasts and metastases to her bones. In this episode, Susan speaks candidly about the emotional toll of facing a limited future: the grief, the impact on her career, and the fear of leaving her children too soon. But she also shares how she’s choosing to live the rest of her life—however long that may be—with intention...2025-06-2637 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthWhat 40 Podcast Episodes Taught Me About Speaking Up For Your HealthIn this solo episode, Dr. Archelle Georgiou distills what she learned from her first 40 guests on the podcast. She identifies 7 key themes and then shares her insights as well as things you can do to "speak up for your health." The topics include: Being the CEO of your own care Knowing "what you don’t know” is a key to effective advocacy Overcoming the hidden burden of stigma Feeling dismissed by your provider-and what to do about it Demanding your patient rights Accessing women's healthcare services Selecting the BEST advocate when you can't advocate for yourself Connect with...2025-06-1215 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthCare Coordination Isn’t Anyone’s Job—But Should Be Everyone’s PriorityCoordinating care in our healthcare system can feel like running an obstacle course—with no one clearly in charge. In this episode of Speak Up For Your Health, Dr. Archelle Georgiou sits down with Walter Jin, CEO of Pager Health, to talk about how his personal experience navigating his parents’ cancer diagnoses revealed just how fragmented care delivery can be—and what he’s doing to change that. Walter shares how those challenges led him to invest in Pager Health, a company originally co-founded by one of Uber’s creators, and how a pivotal moment during a board meet...2025-05-2934 minMove to Live®MoreMove to Live®MorePrioritizing Physical Activity for Health and Advocacy for HealthcareAn interview with Dr. Archelle Georgiou, physician, podcaster, former healthcare executive and journalistI think the most important piece of news you can use for health is that physical activity is the single most important thing that you can do for your health. Hands down, no question. Nothing holds a candle to the impact of physical activity on your health.Dr. Archelle GeorgiouClinician perspective on healthy agingStarting healthy aging earlyTeaching health literacyLearning how to advocate for your healthEstablishing...2025-05-2731 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthToo Little Time, Too Many Questions: When 5 Minutes With Your Doctor Isn't EnoughHave you ever left a doctor’s appointment unsure of what was just said—or what to do next? You’re not alone. Even highly educated patients can walk away feeling confused about their diagnosis, medications, treatment plan, or how to prepare for a procedure. And the consequences can be serious: missed steps, wrong assumptions, and delays in care. In this episode of Speak Up For Your Health, Dr. Archelle Georgiou sits down with John Brownlee, serial entrepreneur and CEO of Vidscrip. His drive to improve patient understanding stems from a deeply personal place—watching his own mother s...2025-05-1430 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthWhen Faith and Medicine Intersect: Dawn's StoryScience and faith don't have to be mutually exclusive. And, when health is on the line, we want as many helpful interventions as possible. In today's episode, Dawn Carpenter - an expert in finance and investment banking – talks about how adopting two little girls from Russia shifted her outlook on faith. Each of her daughters, Emily and Abby, faced life-threatening medical situations. Fortunately, Dawn had the resources to get them the best medical care. But, that wasn't enough. She added faith to the treatment plan. This is not a story about religion but one about healing.2025-04-2336 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthNavigating Miscarriage, IUI, and the Uncertain Road to MotherhoodIn this episode, Brittany Runck shares her deeply personal and ongoing journey through infertility. She has experienced the heartbreak of miscarriage, the emotional and physical toll of multiple intrauterine insemination treatments and is considering in vitro fertilization. Brittany speaks openly about the grief, shame, and isolation that often accompany fertility struggles—but also the strength she’s found in sharing her story. Key Takeaways Infertility is more common and more complex than many realize. In the U.S., over 400,000 cycles of assisted reproductive technology are performed each year that result in less than 100,000 live...2025-04-1034 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthBehind the Headlines: How Health News Gets Chosen on GMA3 (Part 2)In Part 2 of our conversation, Catherine McKenzie discusses the unique format of GMA3 and how health topics are a foundational element of the show. She explains how the team selects health topics, the real-world impact of their health stories, and the media’s role in public health. She shares her views on the influence of social media, the challenges of combatting misinformation, and the importance of non-partisanship in health reporting. Key Takeaway Access credible health news, whether it's on TV, online, or in print. Rely on information that's science-based – vetted by clinical professionals and...2025-03-1826 minDocPod | The Healthcare ChannelDocPod | The Healthcare ChannelDr. Archelle GeorgiouDr. Archelle Georgiou is a physician, healthcare journalist, speaker, and advocate dedicated to empowering people to make informed medical decisions. With over 16 years of experience as a TV medical correspondent, she has produced and aired more than 2,000 segments that simplify complex healthcare topics for viewers. Her expertise has been featured on CNN, Fox & Friends, and Good Morning America, and she has spoken at prestigious events hosted by the World Bank, Mayo Clinic, Gallup, and Thinc360. Beyond her media presence, Dr. Georgiou has held executive leadership roles in managed care, investment banking, and medical technology, including positions as...2025-03-0931 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthHow an Executive Producer’s Medical Crisis Shaped the Direction of Good Morning America’s Health Coverage (Part 1)When Good Morning America's executive producer saw her doctor for joint pain, she never expected to be diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis—or that the medication prescribed to help her would trigger a life-threatening drug reaction. In Part 1 of this two-part episode, she shares her harrowing medical journey, from missed warning signs and delayed diagnosis to a year-long battle with the powerful steroid prednisone. We break down DRESS Syndrome, why medications are often overlooked as the cause of new symptoms, and the serious risks of steroids. Stay tuned for Part 2, where we explore how Cat’s personal health crisis now shap...2025-03-0426 minMPR News with Angela DavisMPR News with Angela DavisAging in place: What it really takes to live at home as you get olderMany people want to age in place — to stay in their own homes and maintain their independence as they get older. But it takes planning, tough conversations, and sometimes, a complete shift in expectations. What happens when a parent’s needs change? How do families navigate decisions about safety, finances and caregiving while still honoring their loved one’s independence? And when multiple family members are involved, how do you share responsibilities without creating tension?MPR News guest host Kelly Gordon and her guests discuss the pros and cons of aging in...2025-03-0348 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthIs It a Phase or a Concern? A Teacher’s Guide to Recognizing Developmental and Behavioral Red FlagsHow can you tell if your child's behavior and development are on track? What early signs might indicate the need for an evaluation? In this episode, Ruby Manoles, an early childhood special education teacher, shares how she is often the first to recognize when a child may need extra support. She explains how teachers serve as a crucial bridge between families, schools, and healthcare, advocating for children and connecting them to services to help them thrive. Key Takeaways Recognize Red Flags: Watch for behaviors that may indicate a need for evaluation, such as: ...2025-02-2031 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthSepsis – When the Infectious Disease Doctor Becomes the PatientInfectious disease specialist Dr. Peter Bornstein has treated countless patients with sepsis. Despite his expertise, Peter found himself battling this condition as a patient, sharing how he ignored the early symptoms until they escalated rapidly. Peter talks openly about the lessons he learned about navigating healthcare as both a doctor and patient. Key Takeaways: Sepsis is serious. Early signs include shaking chills, rapid heart rate, and lightheadedness. Don’t hesitate to seek urgent care. Your medical history matters. Even minor procedures weeks prior can be critical to diagnosis. UTIs require attention. Symptoms like pain or frequent ur...2025-02-0630 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthLove, Compliance, and Kidney Disease: A Nurse-Mom’s Journey to Save Her SonHow do you advocate for someone you love when they struggle to follow their treatment plan? In this episode, Cherri Furness, a nurse specializing in chronic kidney disease, shares her deeply personal story. Cherri’s son, Jeff, is not just one of her patients—he’s also navigating his own journey with kidney failure. Tune in to hear how Cherri balances being both a caregiver and advocate, even when Jeff resists taking care of himself.Key Takeaways: Don’t Ignore Subtle Changes: Pay attention to small signs—they often signal bigger problems. While pain is an obvious wa...2025-01-2128 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthA Insider’s Recipe To Navigating Your Prior AuthorizationThe death of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO has reignited backlash against health insurance practices, particularly prior authorization rules. This episode explores the parallels between today’s outrage and the late 1990s backlash. Archelle sits down with Dr. Lee Newcomer, a fellow former Chief Medical Officer at UnitedHealthcare during that era, to share their unique insights. Together, they examine the pros and cons of prior authorization policies and discuss the urgent need for reforms to enhance access to medical care and restore public trust in the healthcare system.Key Takeaways: A Recipe for Navigating Your Prior Authorization Step...2025-01-0943 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthThe Menopause Maze: Finding Relief from MiseryPerimenopause and menopause involve much more than just hot flashes. Symptoms like brain fog, insomnia, and mood changes can profoundly impact women’s personal and professional lives, especially when they go undiagnosed and untreated. For Joanna Strober, it took a frustrating year to find the help she needed. Fueled by her experience, she channeled her frustration into action, founding Midi Health—a virtual care platform dedicated to improving women's health.Key Takeaways: When women get treatment and relief from menopause-related symptoms, we can live our best life. ·     Speak up. Tyour doctor if you are having symptoms tha...2024-12-2426 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthStress Isn’t Causing Your Medical Condition, But Could Be Making It WorseStress can worsen or exacerbate almost any medical condition. This doesn’t mean that your symptoms are all in your head but it does mean that having a healthy outlet for your stress is an important part of your treatment plan. Paul Folger is a journalist/news anchor who has ulcerative colitis – and lots of stress. He's talks about how he's navigated having this condition while also having a successful career in broadcast news. 2024-12-0331 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthVirtual Second Opinions from Cleveland Clinic—Because Time and Quality MatterSecond opinions decrease the risk of a wrong diagnosis by half. But too often, getting in to see an expert can be so challenging that patients forego this step and rely on the initial diagnosis. In this conversation, Frank McGillin, CEO of The Clinic by Cleveland Clinic talks about how they’ve simplified the process so that patients can quickly get second opinions by experts at the Cleveland Clinic – virtually.Key Takeaways: Do your homework. Be clear about what question you are asking. Make sure that you get answers to the issue or questions giving you the...2024-11-1926 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthThe Role of Guardianship in Complex Healthcare Situations: Juston's StoryCaregiving isn’t just about caring for older parents. In this conversation, Juston White talks about the steps he took to advocate for his sister’s care when she developed rapidly progressive multiple sclerosis – including becoming her legal guardian. He reflects on the challenges of guardianship and the importance of giving his sister a voice in her care decisions.Key Takeaway: advocacy often includes addressing more than medical needs·     Establish a relationship with the hospital or health systems case managers and social workers.·     Expand your own definition of advocacy. Legal and financial advocacy can unlock additio...2024-11-0530 minRevolution Health RadioRevolution Health RadioRHR: Revolutionizing Cancer Treatment, with Dr. Chris ApfelIn this episode of Revolution Health Radio, Chris sits down with Dr. Chris Apfel, founder of SageMedic, to discuss innovations in cancer treatment. Dr. Apfel shares how his personal experiences with cancer in his family led him to create the SAGE Oncotest, a cutting-edge tool that helps tailor treatments to individual patients. They explore the limitations of standard cancer therapies and the potential for precision medicine to improve survival rates. This conversation offers a deep dive into the future of cancer care, providing hope and practical insights for those navigating cancer diagnoses. In this episode, we discuss:2024-11-0542 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthPrior Authorization Denied? Get This Key DocumentInsurance barriers can delay access to necessary medications. In this conversation, David shares his personal journey with osteoporosis, a condition often perceived as a women's disease, and the challenges he is encountering to get the medication he needs. Key Takeaways Men are risk for osteoporosis. It is not just a women's disease. Be proactive: Routine screening for osteoporosis is not recommended for men. So, men with a family history of osteoporosis and/or fractures after minor trauma should proactively request a bone density text, call a DEXA scan Always (always) request a copy of a healthcare...2024-10-2227 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthMarielle’s Medical Mystery: 11 Years To A DiagnosisPatients with rare conditions can often wait months or years for a diagnosis. In the meantime, they suffer – wondering if their symptoms are real or in their head. Marielle Lejcher had severe abdominal pain for 11 years before she found one very good doctor who took the time to put all the puzzle pieces together and ordered the right test. Key Takeaways: See a specialist. While you should generally start with your primary care physician, see a specialist if they aren't sure about your diagnosis or if your symptoms are getting worse despite treatment. Self-refer to a sp...2024-10-1129 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthAvoiding Regret: The Power of Informed ConsentReading and understanding a medical consent form before you sign it can make the difference between acceptance and regret if you experience a complication. Cris Ross, the CIO of Mayo Clinic, shares his cancer journey and reflects on the complexities of surgery, recovery, and the lessons learned that inspired him to write a book on navigating healthcare.Key Takeaway: Avoid Regret Voice your preferences and priorities. You don't need to be a doctor or a healthcare professional, but you need to know enough about your condition and the alternatives to make informed decisions. Be realistic about...2024-09-2433 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthLove Meets the Reality of Aging in Place: Archelle’s Caregiving Story (Guest Host, Cathy Wurzer)Archelle shares her personal story about the journey as a caregiver for her mother, Tina, who recently passed away. Guest host Cathy Wurzer leads the conversation, where they discuss the tough decisions and emotional challenges that come with caring for aging loved ones. Archelle talks about navigating the balance between honoring a loved one’s wishes and ensuring their safety and highlighting the difficult but loving decision to sometimes say "no" for their well-being.Key TakeawaysLook for early, subtle changes in personality and decision-making. Use this moment to quietly but actively put plans in pl...2024-09-0339 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthA Toast To Life After Trying To Take Mine: Nora's StoryNora Super has struggled with depression for over 30 years. In 2023, she attempted to take her life by suicide – and survived – but with a serious disability. Nora talks openly about her mental health journey, her state of mind during a deep depression, and the treatment that works for her. She also talks about the challenges of living with a disability and her recommendations for supporting patients and caregivers.Key Takeaways:Electroconvulsive therapy, ECT, works faster and better than medication for severe depression. If you or someone you love has severe depression or treatment resistant depression, ask the...2024-08-2035 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthMenopause Unfiltered: The Good, The Bad, and The PersonalMenopause symptoms are more than just hot flashes. Women can experience depression, brain fog, intimacy issues, arthritis and so much more. But too often, women suffer in silence. Tracy Kornet is an Emmy-award winning news anchor on WSMV in Nashville who experienced symptoms for eight years before getting help. She is committed to educating and supporting women so she doesn't hold back on the details when she shares her personal story.Key Takeaway: Don't Be Silent. Get Help For Menopause Get help for your symptoms before they disrupt your mood, your sleep, your job, and your...2024-08-0737 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthMedical Gaslighting in the ER: Sarah's StoryAt 29, Sarah Carthen Watson was only days away from her wedding when she experienced chest pain. Her visit to the ER became a stark example of medical gaslighting, where health care professionals appeared to dismiss or overlook her concerns. Medical gaslighting not only erodes trust but also risks missing diagnoses and delaying treatment.Key Takeaways Lean on family and friends for advocacy support. Be specific about the diagnosis you're most concerned about. Ask: "Has every (reasonable) test been done to make sure I don't have ________?" If a healthcare professional refuses to do any tests, labs, or...2024-07-2335 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthInformation Blocking By Your Provider Is Illegal (Republished/Updated Episode)Over 60% of patients say that having fast electronic access to their complete medical record is important. It is a safety issue, a quality issue and your legal right. The 21st Century Cures Act went into effect in 2021, but the Federal Government just decided on the penalties incurred by providers if they create any unnecessary hassle in making your records available. Kelsey's story is about the hassle she faced in the healthcare system including how hard it was to simply get a copy of her radiology report.Key Takeaway: Know Your Rights Under the 21st Century Cures Act2024-07-0232 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthExperiencing Unconscious Bias From Your Provider? Storytelling Can HelpIn this episode, the guest, Eyenga Bokamba, shares how she advocated for her mother who was diagnosed with multiple myeloma. When Eyenga sensed that negative stereotyping was limiting her mom’s treatment options, she used storytelling to help the care team “see” her mom beyond just the diagnosis. Key takeaways:·     You are ALWAYS more than your diagnosis. Don’t refer to yourself as a "cancer patient" or "diabetic." You are a person with cancer or someone who has diabetes.·     Tell your story. When you are with a medical provider, share something interesting about yourself – a work pro...2024-06-1830 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your Health“I felt unheard by my provider”: Advice For Patients’ Most Common ComplaintIn this conversation, Archelle speaks with Kelly and Michelle – two women who share their stories about feeling dismissed by their providers. Then Dr. Karen Lawson offers advice on how they to navigate these interactions.Key Takeaways: Use Non-Violent Communication Techniques 4 Steps of Non-Violent Communication Describe objective observations. Express how you feel. State your needs. Make a request. More on techniques and worksheets: https://positivepsychology.com/non-violent-communication/Links: More on Dr. Karen Lawson: https://www.ihwcproductions.com/ Get in touch with Archelle Email: SpeakUpForYourHealth@gmail.com...2024-05-2835 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthDon’t Hesitate Getting A 2nd (3rd, 4th or 8th!) Medical OpinionGetting a second opinion can give you peace of mind that a diagnosis is right and that you know all the possible treatment options. In this episode, John talks about his journey with prostate cancer and the steps he took to get multiple second opinions before selecting the treatment that felt right for him. Was it hard? Yes. Was it worth the effort? Absolutely.Key Takeaways·     Get educated about your medical condition. Don’t just rely on what the doctor explains in the office.·     Get a 2nd opinion (and 3rd and 4th ones if...2024-05-1432 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthEmbracing Career Plan B When A Chronic Condition Interferes with Plan AMany medical condition aren't life-threatening – but they can be life-altering. An injury, infertility, or sometimes, something as simple as a medication can be a barrier to to the life you imagined for yourself. How do you re-imagine a different future and not only survive, but thrive?Dr. Herman Williams survived a cardiac arrest when he was 31. But being an orthopedic surgeon was no longer possible. He had to create and advocate for a different future for himself. Herman shares his story and talks about the biggest barrier he had to overcome to live a life he never dr...2024-04-3031 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthLiving Fully: Roxane's Inspirational GoodbyeRoxane has been on a nine month journey with pancreatic cancer and now has only days or weeks to live. She explains why she chose to get aggressive treatment early on and later decided to stop treatment and transition to hospice. Roxane's story and optimistic outlook are uplifting because she is living every moment...while she's dying.Key Takeaways Use every living moment wisely. Even if you're getting aggressive treatment and have hope that cancer treatment will be successful, take advantage of all the time you have. Address the details that give you...2024-04-1627 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthOvercoming Weight Bias: A Clinical Psychologist’s PerspectiveIs obesity a mental health issue? Is it “right” for people to take the new obesity drugs if they aren’t obese but simply want to lose weight? This episode is not a patient story, but the perspective and experience of a clinical health psychologist who specializes in eating and weight-related issues. Dr. Robyn Pashby talks about the vicious shame-blame cycle of obesity and how patients have autonomy when discussing weight with their doctor.Key Takeaways: Erase a FAULT mindset. Yes, obesity is complex…but it's not someone's fault. Shaming and blaming yourself – or others...2024-04-0233 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthOzempic: Miracle Drug or Lifestyle Crutch? Joe’s StoryDoctors often talk about the medical complications associated with obesity, but it's rare to hear from patients about their experience with this condition and how hard it is to navigate through the healthcare system. In this episode, Joe shares his story about finding the right medical care (including the use of weight loss drugs) and losing over 100 pounds. LinksSurvey of medical school deans and obesity education: https://bmcmededuc.biomedcentral.com/counter/pdf/10.1186/s12909-020-1925-z.pdfNYT Article, "One Size Fits All…." https://www.nytimes.com/2016/12/12/health/weight-loss-obesity.html?auth=login-google1tap&lo...2024-03-1931 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthSUFYH: First 10 Episodes Recap (and what I learned)Listening to guest's stories taught Archelle even more about how to advocate. Key takeaways from the first 10 episodes of Speak Up For Your Health.LinksEmail: speakupforyourhealth@gmail.comInstagram:  https://instagram.com/speakupforyourhealthFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/speakupforyourhealth2024-03-0518 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthChallenging Standard Birth Practices: Georgia’s StoryIs childbirth a natural event for moms to direct...or a medical situation for doctors to control? Georgia, a labor and delivery nurse, had the experience to know how she wanted to deliver her own children, but it took a few rounds of advocating before she got it.  Links:  https://www.who.int/news/item/15-02-2018-individualized-supportive-care-key-to-positive-childbirth-experience-says-who https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-guidance/committee-opinion/articles/2019/02/approaches-to-limit-intervention-during-labor-and-birth Instagram:  https://instagram.com/speakupforyourhealth Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/speakupforyourhealth 2024-02-2035 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthThe Twists, Turns & Complexities of Cancer TreatmentA new cancer diagnosis often comes with shock, fear, and then dozens of micro-decisions. They range from “Do I need a second opinion?“ to “Is there something less aggressive we can try first?” And, for some, "This isn't the treatment response we expected, now what?" Some patients weigh in on every decision; others defer to their doctors. At age 42, Susan was diagnosed with breast cancer and weighed in every step of the way. How involved would you be?  Key Takeaway: Weigh in. Weigh in with information. Know the statistics on your specific cancer. Compare data on the risks...2024-02-0630 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthNot Afraid to Ruffle Feathers: Kris' Story (Part 2)Each year, 400,000 hospitalized patients experience some type of preventable harm – and this does not include the near misses that don't result in a negative event. In Part 2, Kris kept a close eye on Dave's care even though he was stable, and she didn't hesitate to ruffle some feathers when preventable harm made her lose trust.  Key Takeaway: Keep advocating throughout the entire hospital stay. While doctors, nurses, and hospital staff try really hard to get things right, oversights and mistakes happen. When necessary, escalate. Calmly but persistently ask questions, demand answers and actions. If you ruffle som...2024-01-2327 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthThe Choices I Made Determined My Husbands Survival: Kris’ Story (Part 1)Do health care "miracles" actually exist? Or, are they the result of quick action and persistent advocacy? Kris and Dave, both 53, were enjoying their favorite TV show when Dave had a sudden cardiac arrest. Kris' choices - in that moment and during the next 2 months – determined Dave's fate.  Key Takeaway: Plan, Do, Act Get CPR certified. Studies consistently show that people who live in communities with higher rates of CPR certification have higher rates of survival after out of hospital cardiac arrest. Complete an Advanced Directive before you ever need one. In fact, everyone over the age...2024-01-0928 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthCut the Red Tape: Get X-Ray Results…Now!The complexity of the healthcare system often results in miscommunication, difficulty obtaining medical records, and delays in care. Kelsey shares her frustrating experience when she had a bout of abdominal pain but finally broke through the bureaucracy to get the surgery she needed.  Key Takeaway: Escalate You have a right to all your medical records including immediate access to your test results. The 21st Century Cures Act requires that patients have immediate electronic availability to nearly all test results, medication lists, and clinical notes. Don't use an urgent care as a substitute for having a primary c...2023-12-2631 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthJumping Through Passion & Pain: Amanda’s ChoiceWhat would you do if an activity that gives you an incredible amount of joy is also the root cause of your serious injury? How do you explain to your surgeon that you really, REALLY want to get back in the ring and you want him to support you through it? This is the challenge that today's guest was able to navigate. Amanda's story begins with debilitating pain and ends with how she is balancing her health and her passion. Key Takeaway: Be clear about your priorities Select a doctor who is on your team: highly...2023-12-1232 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthWhen It Comes To Medical Care, Sometimes Less Is MoreAdvocating for the medical care you want doesn't always translate into getting the medical care you need. This is what Lynn learned (the hard way) when she developed a rash and kept asking her doctor to prescribe medications that would "fix it".  Key Takeaway: Sometimes Less Medical Care Is More Adverse drug events cause approximately 1.3 million emergency department visits each year. (CDC) Over 1/2 are completely avoidable.  Think about whether symptoms are due to a lifestyle change: a new detergent, a different pillow, a switch in your exercise routine.  Ask your doctor how lon...2023-11-2826 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your Health1 Patient. 2 Doctors. 2 Different OpinionsMedicine is a science and an art, and this means that doctors can have vastly different recommendations about how to treat a condition. This is the situation Brigid faced when she was admitted with a wildly abnormal heart rhythm. Whose advice did she follow? How did she decide?  Key Takeaway: Know the WHY Record conversations with your doctors, PAs, and nurses practitioners - especially if you are in a situation where you are seeing multiple providers and feeling overwhelmed.  Articulate your priorities. They can be financial, social, physical, cultural, spiritual. Only YOU can do this because pr...2023-11-0930 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthConfront ArroganceVicki was really, really sick after her cancer surgery. Her doctor – arrogant and dismissive – wasn't listening to her symptoms. Fear, combined with anger, gave Vicki the courage to stand up to him.  Key Takeaway: Confront arrogance. If anger is the trigger for finding your voice, try to quickly turn that anger into preparing for your medical visits. Know WHY. If your healthcare provider wants to order a test, a procedure or medication, just ask: “What is the diagnosis that you are treating/confirming?”  Doctors can’t read your mind. Speak up at your visit so they know...2023-11-0133 minSpeak Up For Your HealthSpeak Up For Your HealthDoctors Make Mistakes. If You Think Something’s Not Right... .Say SomethingA young college student needed contraception. She'd done her research, was sure about her preferences and adamant about what she wanted. Her doctor agreed but almost made a mistake that would have resulted in long-term side effects.  A few years later, she was just as adamant about her pregnancy delivery preferences.  Key Takeaway: See Something…Say Something •  Advocacy starts with knowledge. Ask your doctor 3-5 good questions…and make sure they get answered. •   Always always(!) consider the risk of any procedure or medication. Also consider the risk of NOT doing the procedure or taking the medication.2023-10-2434 minThe Wellness ParadoxThe Wellness ParadoxThe Relationship Between Physical Activity, Health, & Hearing Loss w/Dr. Archelle GeorgiouMany times on the Wellness Paradox we’ve made the business and public health case for the importance of serving the aging adult population. One very salient issue associated with aging, that fitness professionals don’t think as much about, is hearing loss. In fact, CDC data suggests that 25% of all individuals over the age of 65 experience disabling hearing loss. Given that statistic, it is clear that many aging clients are struggling with clinical and subclinical levels of hearing loss. Our guest in episode 97, Dr. Archelle Georgio, uses her wealth of experience in medicine and healthcare to discu...2023-05-3138 minThe View In Your MirrorThe View In Your MirrorS5 E3: Dr. Archelle Georgiou, Getting the Medical Care You Want and NeedBuilding on more than 30 years of experience as a board certified Internal Medicine physician, business executive, mother, and on-air medical correspondent, Dr. Archelle Georgiou brings a multi-dimensional, data-driven approach to understanding and taking action in your own health.  In this podcast, we discuss aging not a disease we need to cure or a process we need to change, but aging as a part of life. We discuss ageism and how to not only overcome it, but celebrate it. One of the biggest takeaways from this episode is Archelle’s book Health Care Choices: 5 Steps to Getting the Med...2023-02-2359 minHealth ChatterHealth ChatterHearingDr. Archelle Georgiou is back to chat about hearing and the implications of hearing loss. Brought to you in partnership with the Hue-MAN Partnership - a collaboration of members and community organizations to equip men, primarily men of color, to make healthy choices for themselves, their families, and their communities.More about their great work can be found here: http://huemanpartnership.org/2022-10-0754 minThe Matt Baxter ShowThe Matt Baxter ShowArchelle Georgiou - CHO Starkey Hearing TechDr. Archelle Georgiou is the Chief Health Officer for Starkey Hearing Technologies, a global hearing technology company headquartered in Minnesota. She oversees the Healthable features embedded in the company’s hearing aids, and brings hearing health to the forefront of overall health. In addition to her role at Starkey, Archelle is Chairman of the Board of Directors at Children’s Hospital and Clinics of Minnesota and also serves on the Board for CaringBridge. She is an Executive in Residence at the University of Minnesota’s Carlson School of Management. Dr. Georgiou’s extensive healthcare background includes experience as a physicia...2022-09-2829 minHearing Matters PodcastHearing Matters PodcastThe Top 10 Hearing Loss and Hearing Aid FAQs AnsweredSend us a textWhat’s new in hearing aids? Which one is right for me? Can they relieve my tinnitus? And aren’t they all the same? Dave Fabry, Ph.D, Archelle Georgiou, MD, and Jamie Myers, Au.D. answer these questions and more in this special Better Hearing Month podcast. Connect with the Hearing Matters Podcast TeamEmail: hearingmatterspodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hearing_matters_podcast Twitter: @hearing_mattasFacebook: Hearing Matters Podcast2022-05-2457 minStarkey Sound BitesStarkey Sound BitesThe Top 10 Hearing Loss and Hearing Aid FAQs, AnsweredWhat’s new in hearing aids? Which one is right for me? Can they relieve my tinnitus? And aren’t they all the same? Host Dave Fabry, Ph.D, Archelle Georgiou, MD, and Jamie Myers, Au.D. answer these questions and more in this special Better Hearing Month podcast.   Link to full transcript 2022-05-1852 minHealth ChatterHealth ChatterWhat Is Health Communications?Stan and Clarence sit down with Dr. Archelle Georgiou and Shawn Lewis to better understand health communications and related challenges, especially in the wake of COVID-19. 2022-04-2550 minHearing Matters PodcastHearing Matters Podcast"The Ear Bones Connected to the What?" feat. Dr. Archelle Georgiou | Chief Health Officer at StarkeySend us a textAbout This Episode Dr. Georgiou believes that patients should take an active role in their own healthcare, not only when they have an acute or chronic illness or when they’re dying, but at all times. When patients are fully engaged, she says their outcomes are better. She believes that is true with hearing healthcare as well. The ear is a vascular organ, which means it requires a blood supply. Factors that affect your other vascular organs, like your heart, kidneys, and brain can also affect your ears. There is...2022-01-1125 minStarkey Sound BitesStarkey Sound BitesDr. Archelle Georgiou on How Hearing is Tied to Our Overall HealthDr. Dave talks to the hearing industry’s only Chief Health Officer, Archelle Georgiou, MD, about her unique and important role here at Starkey, how hearing loss effects our overall health, why hearing professionals are vital to the healthcare ecosystem, and hearing loss during the holidays.  Link to full transcript 2021-12-0143 minThe Medical Alley Podcast (Presented by MentorMate)The Medical Alley Podcast (Presented by MentorMate)A Conversation with Archelle Georgiou MD, Chief Health Officer, Starkey HearingJoin us for a conversation with Bobby Patrick and Archelle Georgiou MD, Chief Health Officer at Starkey Hearing. As Starkey's CHO — the only one in the hearing industry — Dr. Georgiou helps Starkey's engineers design meaningful technology and also advocates to make sure the hearing community realizes how important hearing loss is for a patient's overall health. She also discusses Starkey's Evolv AI technology, how her role shifted as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, and much more.Send us a message!Follow Medical Alley on social media on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram. 2021-10-0424 minThe Audigy PodcastThe Audigy Podcast#86 Interview with Archelle Georgiou, MDOn today's episode of The Audigy Podcast, Audigy President Mason Walker welcomes Archelle Georgiou, MD to the show. Dr. Archelle Georgiou is currently the Chief Health Officer at Starkey Hearing Technologies.  She is a nationally recognized physician, consumer advocate, and health reporter. She earned her medical degree from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and was board certified in internal medicine. Archelle was a senior executive at UnitedHealth and served as Chief Medical Officer where she dismantled many of the company's legacy policies in order to minimize the bureaucratic burdens imposed on patients a...2020-11-1745 minPopHealth WeekPopHealth WeekMeet Archelle Georgiou MD @ArchelleMDOn PopHealth Week, Wednesday, May 1st, 2019 our special guest is author of 'Healthcare Choices: 5 Steps To getting the Medical Care You Want & Need', Archelle Georgiou, MD. 'Dr. Archelle Georgiou is a nationally recognized physician, advocate, advisor and author. She earned her medical degree from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and enjoyed practicing internal medicine in Northern California. However, wanting to have a broader impact on the healthcare system, she shifted her focus to the managed care industry. Between 1995 and 2007, she was a senior executive and Chief Medical Officer of UnitedHealthcare where she dismantled many of the company’s legacy poli...2019-05-0130 minIt\'s about the triple aim!It's about the triple aim!Meet Drs. Robert Pearl, Elisabeth Rosenthal and Archelle GeorgiouInnovators and seasoned industry thought leaders Drs. Robert Pearl, Elisabeth Rosenthal and Archelle Georgiou MD weigh in on a range of issues from patient empowerment to health system innovation imperatives. This episode is an audio mashup of top talent in the health innovation imperative was sourced from the 19th Population Health Colloquium curated by David B. Nash, MD, MBA, founding and current serving Dean of the Jefferson College of Population Health. In this broadcast, my colleague and co-host Fred Goldstein engages with Robert Pearl, MD, best selling author of Mistreated: Why We Think We’re Getting Good Health Care—And Why We...2019-04-1232 minPopHealth WeekPopHealth WeekMeet Drs. Robert Pearl, Elisabeth Rosenthal and Archelle GeorgiouThis audio mashup of top talent in the health innovation imperative was sourced from the 19th Population Health Colloquium curated by David B. Nash, MD, MBA, founding and current serving Dean of the Jefferson College of Population Health. In this broadcast, my colleague and co-host Fred Goldstein engages with Robert Pearl, MD, best selling author of Mistreated: Why We Think We’re Getting Good Health Care—And Why We’re Usually Wrong and former CEO of The Permanente Medical Group (1999-2017), the nation’s largest medical group, with 9,000 physicians and 35,000 staff. Elisabeth Rosenthal, MDEditor-in-Chief, at Kaiser Health News and author of An Am...2019-04-1132 minSchool for Startups RadioSchool for Startups RadioJune 12, 2017 - Healthcare Opportunities Dr. Archelle Georgiou & University VC Mike MacCombieJune 12, 2017 - Healthcare Opportunities Dr. Archelle Georgiou & University VC Mike MacCombie2017-06-1254 minA Beautiful WorldA Beautiful WorldYour Body is a PicassoDr. Archelle Georgiou is a doctor, an educator, a consultant and the former chief medical officer of United Health Care. She's dedicated her entire career to making people healthier, and to understanding how the human body works. She wants to share the biggest discovery she's made during this mission. We... are works of art . A Beautiful World" is hosted by Heather McElhatton and produced by American Public Media, focusing on inspirational stories and good news from around the world, Every week ABW produces new and compelling stories in science, technology, ecology, art, music and education. ABW Website: www.abeautiful.world...2016-01-2904 minA Beautiful WorldA Beautiful WorldArchelle Georgiou - Extended InterviewDr. Archelle Georgiou is a doctor, an educator, a consultant and the former chief medical officer of United Health Care. She's dedicated her entire career to making people healthier, and to understanding how the human body works. She wants to share the biggest discovery she's made during this mission. We... are works of art. "A Beautiful World" is hosted by Heather McElhatton and produced by American Public Media, focusing on inspirational stories and good news from around the world, Every week ABW produces new and compelling stories in science, technology, ecology, art, music and education. ABW Website: www.abeautiful.world...2016-01-2913 min