Loved it! I had a disappointing interaction at the PCP where he implied he didn’t believe me about how much I exercised because of my body size and the “look of health” is a huge issue. I don’t like running much but we run the 5k Reindeer Romp every year to support our local Y.
That’s incredibly frustrating. I wish PCPs wouldn’t make assumptions and would trust patient’s more. I’m glad that the 5k Reindeer Romp has been a great way to support your local Y and community.
UGH sorry to hear that. There's a huge issue with weight stigma in healthcare and so many are impacted. I hope you found a new provider that understands health doesn't have a look!
Thank you so much for the opportunity to write this for the community. Hope it resonates!
Thank YOU for writing it! Loved your insights - as I always do!
Loved it! I had a disappointing interaction at the PCP where he implied he didn’t believe me about how much I exercised because of my body size and the “look of health” is a huge issue. I don’t like running much but we run the 5k Reindeer Romp every year to support our local Y.
That’s incredibly frustrating. I wish PCPs wouldn’t make assumptions and would trust patient’s more. I’m glad that the 5k Reindeer Romp has been a great way to support your local Y and community.
UGH sorry to hear that. There's a huge issue with weight stigma in healthcare and so many are impacted. I hope you found a new provider that understands health doesn't have a look!