Get Savvy...Demystifying Healthcare
Are you tired of the high cost of healthcare? Are you overwhelmed trying to navigate a complicated healthcare system? Welcome to Get Savvy…Demystifying Healthcare a weekly pod cast where we take complicated healthcare topics and make them simple.Imagine…if you could stop feeling paralyzed with FEAR and FRUSTRATION, and instead be EMPOWERED to make Smart Healthcare decisions for you and your family?Get Savvy with your host Sandy Kibling, a healthcare professional changing how healthcare knowledge is shared.
Episodes
82 episodes
Episode 82: Are You Ready for the Healthcare Curveball Coming in 2025
Are you ready for the healthcare changes coming in 2025? If you're feeling overwhelmed by the upcoming Medicare Annual Enrollment Period or the Open Enrollment for individual and family plans, you're not alone. With significant shifts on the ho...
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Episode 81: Misdiagnosis Mayhem How to Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones
Have you ever felt overwhelmed or intimidated when visiting your doctor? Do you worry about asking for a second opinion, fearing you might offend the healthcare staff? You're not alone. Navigating our complex healthcare system can be challengin...
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Episode 80: Finding Value in Your Healthcare Journey with Dr. Scott Clemens
Are you tired of feeling rushed through your doctor's appointments? Frustrated by the lack of personalized care in today's healthcare system? You're not alone. As we approach the open enrollment period for healthcare insurance, many of us are q...
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Episode 79: Medicare Made Simple: A Guide for Turning 65 and Beyond
Have you recently celebrated your 65th birthday? Congratulations! You've just unlocked access to Medicare, but now you're faced with a dizzying array of choices. Should you opt for original Medicare, add a supplement, or go for a Medicare Advan...
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Episode 78: Medicare Changes Are Coming Are You Ready for 2025
Are you feeling anxious about the upcoming Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) for 2025? You're not alone. The healthcare landscape is shifting, and it's crucial to stay informed about the changes that could impact your coverage and costs.<...
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Episode 77: Your Health Your Voice Becoming Your Own Best Advocate
Have you ever felt lost in the maze of healthcare, unsure how to speak up for yourself or a loved one? You're not alone. Navigating our complex medical system can be overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be.In this eye-opening episode, I ...
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Episode 76: Embracing Ability: Why Disability Inclusion Matters for Everyone
Have you ever felt like society isn't designed with you in mind? For millions of Americans living with disabilities, this feeling is all too familiar. Navigating healthcare, employment, and everyday life can be an uphill battle when the world a...
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Episode 75: Bridging the Gap Between Patients and Providers A Digital Health Revolution
Have you ever felt frustrated trying to piece together your medical history from various doctors and specialists? Or struggled to find the right healthcare provider when you moved to a new city? You're not alone. Navigating the complex world of...
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Episode 74: Beyond the Waiting Room: How to Be a Good Patient - Advocate for Yourself
Have you ever felt lost in the maze of healthcare, unsure how to navigate appointments, communicate with doctors, or make the most of your medical visits? You're not alone. In today's complex healthcare landscape, being a proactive patient is m...
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Episode 73: Demystifying Drug Dollars: A Consumer's Guide to Savvy Spending
Can you relate to that sinking feeling when you hand over your prescription, bracing for the dreaded sticker shock? As healthcare costs continue their relentless climb, affording vital medications feels like an uphill battle. But what if you ha...
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Episode 72 – Getting Your Prescription Medications Without Breaking the Bank
Are you tired of the high cost of prescription medications? Have you found yourself having to make tough choices between buying your meds or putting food on the table? Perhaps you've been told to just shop around for better prices,...
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Episode 71: Demystifying Healthcare: Empowering You with Education, Access & Action
Can you imagine having an inside scoop on navigating the often confusing and overwhelming world of healthcare? We've all been there - decoding insurance jargon, struggling to find affordable care options, and feeling utterly powerl...
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Episode 70: You Are Not Alone: Connecting Vets and Families to Mental Health Support
Discover the unexpected approach to mental health support for veterans that goes beyond traditional methods. You won't believe how Dr. Mala's integrative and collaborative program is changing lives. And the best part? It's not just...
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Episode 69: Ending the Stigma: A Roadmap to Improved Mental Health Support
Are you struggling to find affordable mental health resources? You won't believe the wealth of options available, from sliding scale therapy to online mental health services for as low as $50. Lisa Sugarman, a suicide survivor and mental health...
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Episode 68: From Patient to Advocate: A Dietitian's Cancer Journey and Self Love
Discover the unexpected connection between cancer treatment and a primal health coach's journey. From battling ovarian cancer to empowering self-love, Martha Tettenborn's unique approach offers a fresh perspective on nutrition and mental wellne...
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Episode 67: Healthcare Disrupted: Innovative Solutions for Fed Up Providers & Patients
Want to transform healthcare delivery and build a successful, patient-focused practice? Discover the solution to achieving that result as we dive into disrupting the current healthcare system and creating better options for both consumers and p...
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Episode 66: The Invisible Struggles: Addressing Mental Health and Grief Literacy with Mandy Capehart
Discover the unexpected truth about grief literacy and its impact on your mental and physical health. You won't believe the valuable resources available, including a free grief coaching group, sliding scale coaching, and a weekly podcast dedica...
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Episode 65: Is Snoring Stealing Your Health? The Overlooked Dangers of Sleep Apnea
Does it feel like you're constantly struggling to get a good night's rest? You've probably been told to just tough it out or rely on caffeinated drinks to power through the day. But let's face it, that's no way to live. The constan...
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Episode 64: The Playbook: Conversations and Options for Caring for a Senior Loved One
Are you feeling overwhelmed trying to navigate the complicated healthcare system while caring for your senior loved one? Are you tired of feeling like you're stuck in a maze with no way out, then you are not alone! Navigating post-a...
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Episode 63: What are the Major Contemporary Healthcare Issues Facing Americans Today?
Discover how a former health care leader is using medical detective novels to demystify the complexities of the health care system. Uncover the surprising ways he's making healthcare knowledge accessible and entertaining. Greg's mis...
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Episode 62: The Paleo Cardiologist Dr. Jack Wolfson: Wisdom Can Transform Heart Health
Discover the shocking truth about traditional heart health care and the eye-opening alternatives that can transform your life. Get ready to be empowered with life-changing information from a leading holistic heart doctor. This unexp...
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Episode 61: Elder Care 101: Key Things Caregivers Should Know
Does this sound familiar? You've been tirelessly caring for your elderly loved one. You trying to figure out how to determine the right care, be an advocate for your loved one and figure out resources available to you....all this, while navigat...
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Episode 60: How to Avoid Being a Victim of the American Healthcare System: A Patient’s Handbook for Survival - with Dr. David Wilcox
Do you have these questions? 1) Insurance companies always deny my claims. 2) Prescription drug prices are outrageous. I have to choose between feeding my kids or taking my medication.3) Navigating the healthcare ...
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Episode 59: Why Is The Standard Medical System Failing Lower Back Pain Patients with Lysander Jim MD
Are you struggling with back pain and feeling frustrated with the lack of relief from conventional treatments? Have you been told to take pain meds or get injections, only to find temporary relief and no long-term solution?
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Episode 58: Medical Bill Nightmares: A Patient Advocate's Blueprint for Taking Control
Are you struggling with overwhelming medical bills? You may have been told to simply ignore the bills and hope they go away, only to feel the increasing burden of debt and financial stress. The pain of feeling helpless and overwhelmed by medica...
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