You Deserve to Be Heard: Why So Many Women Feel Dismissed by Doctors

A recent study published in JAMA Network Open (a journal of the American Medical Association) confirmed something many women already know all too well:

Far too many are feeling dismissed, gaslit, and unheard in medical settings.

What the Study Revealed

In a survey of 447 patients with vulvovaginal disorders, researchers found:

• Over half considered giving up care after feeling unheard

• Nearly 40% were made to feel “crazy”

• 1 in 5 said their symptoms weren’t believed

• 1 in 6 felt unsafe during a medical visit

• Most had seen 5 or more providers before receiving effective care

The root causes?

➡️ Dismissive behavior

➡️ Lack of clinician knowledge

➡️ Minimizing recommendations like “just relax” or “have a glass of wine”

This Isn’t Just Data, It’s Real People

At our practice, we hear it all the time: “I was dismissed.”“They told me it was all in my head.”“I felt like no one was listening.”

It’s not just frustrating. It’s traumatic. And it’s unacceptable, especially in women’s health.

We See You. We Believe You.

If you've ever walked away from a medical appointment feeling confused, unseen, or ashamed, you are not alone.

Functional Medicine Offers a Different Approach

We’re here to help you:

• Feel safe and supported

• Get to the root causes of your symptoms

• Partner in a care plan that works with your body, not against it

Ready for a Better Way?

If you’ve ever felt dismissed or you just know it’s time for a different approach, we’d love to support you.  Root-cause care that’s tailored, supportive, and helps you feel your best again. Let’s take the next step, together.